The Nigeria Women Professional Alliance has pledged its support to the accountant general of the federation, Oluwatoyin Madein.

NWPA’s spokeswoman, Christine Ezekwe, who announced the support while interacting with journalists in Abuja on Thursday, urged critics to allow her to complete her tenure in office.

Ms Ezekwe urged the AGF to remain steadfast in her duties and ignore moves to remove her from office before her tenure expires in March 2025.

She commended President Bola Tinubu for allowing Ms Madein to remain in office until the end of her tenure.

According to her, the decision demonstrated Tinubu’s statesmanship and quality leadership.

Ms Ezekwe urged those aspiring to occupy the office to exercise patience until Ms Madein’s tenure ends in three months.

“Those longing to occupy her position as their lifetime dream should show a strong sense of maturity by waiting patiently for her to exit before they take over if appointed.

“We recognise the importance of Madein’s role as an ambassador of Nigerian women in leadership. We want her to continue executing her duties passionately, in line with Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda,” she said.

The spokesperson also defended the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Didi Walson-Jack, against unjustified criticism, accusing her of supporting Ms Madein to remain in office.

She said the head of service’s advice to allow the AGF to complete her tenure was based on the provisions of the PSR. She urged detractors to allow Ms Madein to concentrate on her job, especially as she prepared the office for a smooth transition.

Mr Tinubu had reportedly appointed Shamseldeen Ogunjimi as the acting AGF on December 10, following Ms Madein’s pre-retirement leave.

(NAN)