President Tinubu's appointment of Mojisola Kehinde as NSITF's Executive Director sparks outrage, citing her past controversy of diverting COVID-19 palliatives for personal use.
President Bola Tinubu's recent appointment of Mojisolaoluwa Kehinde Alli-Macaulay as the Executive Director (Operations) of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF) has ignited significant controversy and public outcry across Nigeria. This appointment comes amidst allegations and public backlash over Alli-Macaulay's involvement in a scandal where she allegedly diverted COVID-19 palliatives intended for public distribution to use as gifts at her birthday party.
The controversy surrounding Alli-Macaulay dates back to October 2020 when photographs of the event went viral, depicting how relief materials meant for her constituents were repackaged into birthday party packs. This revelation led to widespread condemnation and demands for accountability from the public.
Despite these allegations, President Tinubu proceeded with the appointment, citing Alli-Macaulay's previous role as a lawmaker and Chairperson of the Lagos State House of Assembly Committee on Women Affairs, Poverty Alleviation, and Job Creation. The decision to appoint her, along with Mr. Oluwaseun Faleye as the new Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of NSITF, was aimed at repositioning the organization for enhanced social protection and service delivery.
On social media platforms, reactions were swift and critical.
Nigerians expressed disbelief and anger, accusing the government of rewarding corruption and undermining public trust. Many pointed out the irony of appointing someone with a tainted record to a position of responsibility in a key government agency tasked with social insurance and public trust.
The controversy continues to unfold as Nigerians monitor the developments and await further actions or responses from relevant authorities regarding this contentious appointment and the allegations against Alli-Macaulay.
