Just In : Tinubu set to offer appointment to top 2023 presidential candidate
Our heritage reporter reports that there have been growing speculations that President Bola Tinubu is considering appointing 2023 NNPP presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso as the Minister of Defence in his new government.
This development comes after Kwankwaso met with Tinubu at the State House in Abuja a few weeks ago.
It is believed that their discussion revolved around Kwankwaso’s potential involvement in the upcoming administration.
Fresh reports suggest that Kwankwaso, who was a former Kano Governor, may indeed be chosen as the Defense Minister.
A reliable source, speaking to Vanguard, disclosed that there is internal strife within the All Progressives Congress (APC) regarding the allocation of ministerial positions.
The source stated, “Based on what I know, the President’s team will consist of 20 powerful special advisers who are likely to wield significant influence. They may become the influential inner circle.”
“The APC is currently facing intense infighting, with some factions supporting former Kano governor Umar Ganduje. However, Tinubu appears to have aligned himself with the Presidential candidate of the NNPP, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso.”
“Regrettably for Ganduje, he has lost his grip on Kano State and has consequently lost relevance. As a result, Kwankwaso stands a good chance of being appointed as the defence minister.”
While the official list of ministers from Tinubu is eagerly awaited, sources within the presidency and the All Progressives Congress leadership have hinted at the possibility of certain persons, including Kwankwaso assuming roles in the government.
