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Several northern Nigerian organizations have called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to review and restructure recent federal appointments, alleging a disproportionate favoring of the Yoruba ethnic group, particularly from Lagos State, in key government positions.


The controversy intensified following the appointment of Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, a Lagos native, as Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGOF). Critics argue that this appointment perpetuates a pattern where Yoruba individuals dominate critical roles in finance, security, and other sectors. Notably, positions such as the Chief Justice of Nigeria, and heads of various economic agencies are currently held by individuals from the South-West region.


Arewa Youths Integrity Network (AYIN): This group expressed disappointment over the appointment of another Yoruba individual to a significant position, emphasizing that northerners are equally qualified for such roles. They urged President Tinubu to ensure that appointments reflect Nigeria's diversity and adhere to the federal character principle.

Northern Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN): The NYCN criticized the regional imbalance in security-related appointments, pointing out that positions like the Chief of Army Staff, Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS), and Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) are held by individuals from the South-West. They warned that such regional favoritism could undermine national unity.

Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA): HURIWA raised concerns about what it perceives as ethnocentric governance, highlighting that key positions in finance, security, and information technology are dominated by South-Westerners. The group called on President Tinubu to reassess his appointment strategy to ensure more inclusive representation.



These groups have collectively urged President Tinubu to reconsider his appointment strategies to promote inclusivity and uphold the federal character principle, which mandates fair representation of all regions in federal positions. They emphasize that a balanced approach is crucial for fostering national unity and trust in the government's commitment to equitable governance.

As of now, there has been no official response from President Tinubu regarding these allegations.

Radicalwarrior:
Several northern Nigerian organizations have called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to review and restructure recent federal appointments, alleging a disproportionate favoring of the Yoruba ethnic group, particularly from Lagos State, in key government positions.


The controversy intensified following the appointment of Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, a Lagos native, as Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGOF). Critics argue that this appointment perpetuates a pattern where Yoruba individuals dominate critical roles in finance, security, and other sectors. Notably, positions such as the Chief Justice of Nigeria, and heads of various economic agencies are currently held by individuals from the South-West region.


Arewa Youths Integrity Network (AYIN): This group expressed disappointment over the appointment of another Yoruba individual to a significant position, emphasizing that northerners are equally qualified for such roles. They urged President Tinubu to ensure that appointments reflect Nigeria's diversity and adhere to the federal character principle.

Northern Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN): The NYCN criticized the regional imbalance in security-related appointments, pointing out that positions like the Chief of Army Staff, Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS), and Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) are held by individuals from the South-West. They warned that such regional favoritism could undermine national unity.

Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA): HURIWA raised concerns about what it perceives as ethnocentric governance, highlighting that key positions in finance, security, and information technology are dominated by South-Westerners. The group called on President Tinubu to reassess his appointment strategy to ensure more inclusive representation.



These groups have collectively urged President Tinubu to reconsider his appointment strategies to promote inclusivity and uphold the federal character principle, which mandates fair representation of all regions in federal positions. They emphasize that a balanced approach is crucial for fostering national unity and trust in the government's commitment to equitable governance.

As of now, there has been no official response from President Tinubu regarding these allegations.

Is turn by turn, Buhari introduce making Nigeria system northerners property, so how do you expect Tinubu to change it, are you people not there when Buhari say that Tinubu should continue where he Buhari stopped and Tinubu accept. When it reach another tribe the same thing should continue is turn by turn.

North is always crying...when Buhari was doing it you guys were blind... Rubbish

Two wrongs does not a right, we should always do the right thing, Nigeria belongs to all

Radicalwarrior:
Several northern Nigerian organizations have called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to review and restructure recent federal appointments, alleging a disproportionate favoring of the Yoruba ethnic group, particularly from Lagos State, in key government positions.


The controversy intensified following the appointment of Shamseldeen Babatunde Ogunjimi, a Lagos native, as Acting Accountant General of the Federation (AGOF). Critics argue that this appointment perpetuates a pattern where Yoruba individuals dominate critical roles in finance, security, and other sectors. Notably, positions such as the Chief Justice of Nigeria, and heads of various economic agencies are currently held by individuals from the South-West region.


Arewa Youths Integrity Network (AYIN): This group expressed disappointment over the appointment of another Yoruba individual to a significant position, emphasizing that northerners are equally qualified for such roles. They urged President Tinubu to ensure that appointments reflect Nigeria's diversity and adhere to the federal character principle.

Northern Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN): The NYCN criticized the regional imbalance in security-related appointments, pointing out that positions like the Chief of Army Staff, Director General of the Department of State Services (DSS), and Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) are held by individuals from the South-West. They warned that such regional favoritism could undermine national unity.

Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA): HURIWA raised concerns about what it perceives as ethnocentric governance, highlighting that key positions in finance, security, and information technology are dominated by South-Westerners. The group called on President Tinubu to reassess his appointment strategy to ensure more inclusive representation.



These groups have collectively urged President Tinubu to reconsider his appointment strategies to promote inclusivity and uphold the federal character principle, which mandates fair representation of all regions in federal positions. They emphasize that a balanced approach is crucial for fostering national unity and trust in the government's commitment to equitable governance.

As of now, there has been no official response from President Tinubu regarding these allegations.

When Buhari is favouring you guyz
Non of you talks

muyico:
When Buhari is favouring you guyz
Non of you talks

Exactly,they have no moral justification to complain,though Buhari was favouring they north and northerners stood by him however Tinubu's tribalism and nepotism is a case study,he is favouring just only Yoruba's,not even other southerners yet he wants other Nigerians to support and vote for him. 2027 is going to be a huge shock for him.

AustineE1:
Exactly,they have no moral justification to complain,though Buhari was favouring they north and northerners stood by him however Tinubu's tribalism and nepotism is a case study,he is favouring just only Yoruba's,not even other southerners yet he wants other Nigerians to support and vote for him. 2027 is going to be a huge shock for him.

INEC is under ours watchs
many parties
will be excluded soon