The Digest:
Senior Special Assistant Ademola Oshodi defended President Tinubu’s ambassadorial nominations, framing them as a global presidential prerogative essential for advancing his administration’s interests. This moment explores the balance between executive authority and public expectation, educating on the often-unseen calculations of diplomatic appointments.
Key Points:
- Senior Presidential aide Ademola Oshodi defended Tinubu's ambassadorial nominations.
- He stated that political appointments to diplomatic posts are standard global practice.
- Oshodi cited examples like Donald Trump and the UK's Peter Mandelson.
- He stressed that the President alone carries the mandate to make such decisions.
- The aide argued assessments of "the best" nominees are inherently subjective.
- Performance in the role will ultimately justify the President's choices, he said.
- The list includes notable figures like Mahmood Yakubu and Reno Omokri.
Sources: Channels Television, Punch Newspapers.
