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The Digest:

Nasir Ja’oji, President Tinubu’s Senior Special Assistant on Citizenship, has appointed two Directors-General and five media aides, sparking questions about the appropriateness of these positions under an SSA. Critics argue it reflects mismanagement, given the SSA's role and the appointments’ costs to the public.


Key Points:
  • Ja’oji appointed Ibrahim Farouk and Ahmad Saleh as DGs for political and media communication.
  • Five additional media aides, including special assistants and technical aides, were named.
  • The move has raised eyebrows as an SSA creating DG roles under their office is unusual.
  • The appointments follow Ja’oji’s elevation from Special Adviser to SSA on Citizenship and Leadership.
  • Critics argue the appointments reflect government inefficiency and a misuse of public resources.
  • Social media reactions highlight dissatisfaction with the growing bureaucracy in Tinubu’s administration.
  • Some Nigerians question the legitimacy of the roles, citing unnecessary duplication of responsibilities.
Critics argue these appointments reflect a misuse of resources and a disorganized approach to governance, revealing deeper concerns about public trust.

Sources: TheCable, The Nation, Premium Times