The Arewa Youths Integrity Network (AYIN), a
socio-political group in Northern Nigeria, has criticized President Bola Ahmed
Tinubu over the appointment of Mr. Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi as the
Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGoF).
The group accused the President of marginalizing other
regions in favour of appointing individuals from his Yoruba ethnic
group to strategic national positions.
President Tinubu , through his spokesperson Bayo
Onanuga , announced the appointment on Tuesday, placing Ogunjimi in the
role just four months before the retirement of the incumbent AGoF, Dr.
Oluwatoyin Sakirat Madein.
“Appointing another Yoruba man, who is equally due for
retirement, to replace an outgoing Yoruba woman in such a sensitive position in
the nation’s treasury, is a great disregard and disservice to the north,”
Ismaila said.
The group questioned the President's rationale for
consistently choosing his kinsmen for pivotal roles, stating,
“Does that mean there are no other tribes in Nigeria
that could efficiently head these positions? Does that mean the trend will
continue if nobody raises alarm?”
AYIN also highlighted their support for Tinubu during
the 2023 presidential election, emphasizing their commitment to unity and
fairness.
The group listed previous appointments that they
believe reflect nepotism, including leadership of the Central Bank of Nigeria,
the EFCC , and the Nigerian Customs Service, among others.
AYIN called on Tinubu to reconsider his approach and
ensure inclusivity in his administration.
“This nation cannot grow in this direction. Nigeria
belongs to all tribes, and Asiwaju should purge himself of nepotism and
favoritism,” the statement said.
This, they are reportedly working discreetly to
convince former President Goodluck Jonathan to enter the 2027 presidential
race.
An isider familiar with the strategy pointed to recent
comments by Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed, who hinted that he would
refrain from contesting if Jonathan decides to run.
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