Seven ministers in President Goodluck
Jonathan’s cabinet have resigned their
positions.
Labaran Maku, Former Minister of Information
Those who resigned are Ministers of
Information, Labaran Maku; Trade and
Industry, Samuel Ortom; State for Education,
Nyesom Wike; and State for Defence, Musiliu
Obanikoro.
Others are Ministers of Labour, Emeka Wogu;
Health, Onyebuchi Chukwu; State for Niger
Delta, Dairus Ishaku.
The ministers quit their posts to pursue their
political ambitions, the government said.
The ministers, whose departure had long been
expected, will contest gubernatorial elections
in their respective states.