President Tinubu vows to sack non-performing ministers, and urges accountability at all levels during ACF meetings, addressing education, poverty, and infrastructure challenges in northern Nigeria.
President Bola Tinubu has sent a stern warning to his cabinet ministers, vowing to remove any non-performing members who fail to meet their responsibilities to Nigerians. This strong message was delivered during a crucial meeting with the leadership of the influential Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday.
Addressing the northern socio-political organization, Tinubu expressed his gratitude for the efforts of his cabinet members but firmly stated, "I will relieve any of them of their duties anytime I feel that they are failing Nigerians." This resolute stance underscores the President's commitment to delivering on his campaign promises and ensuring accountability within his administration.
During the high-stakes meeting, Tinubu also called upon the Arewa leaders to summon the state governors and urge them to be more sympathetic to the needs of the local populace. He emphasized the importance of effective governance at all levels, questioning the performance of the 774 local government areas in the country.
"We have 774 local government areas, but are they truly effective? Do they solve problems for Nigerians? Do they coordinate development programming with the state and federal governments? Who is being held accountable for the performance of the 774 local governments?" Tinubu asked, highlighting the need for accountability and coordination across all tiers of government.
The President further addressed the pressing issue of out-of-school children in the country, describing the situation as "unacceptable." He stressed the importance of education as a tool against poverty and urged for collaborative efforts to develop Nigeria's education system, which he referred to as the "backbone of the country's economy."
Tinubu acknowledged the infrastructure decay and high poverty rates in northern Nigeria, vowing that "something must be done to address the situation." To ensure follow-up on the issues raised during the meeting, the President directed the formation of a committee led by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume.
In addition, Tinubu appealed for national unity and continued support for his government as it tackled long-standing challenges confronting the populace, emphasizing the strength of Nigeria's diversity and population.
