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The Digest: ​

Babachir Lawal, former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), has openly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration, stating he would not have worked under it. He said that if he had been appointed to Tinubu’s cabinet, he would have either been sacked or resigned due to the president's governance style.​

Key Points:
  • Babachir Lawal said he would have resigned if appointed to Tinubu's cabinet.
  • He "thanked God" that he was never a member of the current government.
  • The former SGF accused the administration of nepotism in its appointments.
  • He claimed to feel alienated in meetings with "99 per cent" Yoruba participants.
  • Lawal criticized the administration's economic policies and the high inflation rate.
  • He alleged the government is still paying fuel subsidies despite official claims.
  • He also reiterated his belief that Peter Obi won the 2023 presidential election.
Lawal's outspoken critique reveals a simmering tension between powerful political figures. His personal and policy-based grievances serve as a potent reminder that the pursuit and exercise of power often expose the underlying fault lines of a nation.


Sources: Channels Television