President Bola Tinubu is reportedly preparing for a major cabinet reshuffle this week, aimed at bringing fresh perspectives and energy into his administration.
A high-ranking source close to the presidency disclosed to the Sunday Tribune that this move is intended to address performance issues that have plagued the current cabinet.
Following his recent trip to China, President Tinubu is expected to finalize the reshuffle before departing for the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York.
This timing appears strategic, allowing the president to focus on international engagements without the burden of domestic political uncertainties.
The presidency has noted criticism regarding the performance of several ministers, with the source revealing that President Tinubu is dissatisfied and plans to replace them. A new list of candidates is reportedly ready to fill the soon-to-be-vacant positions.
There has been speculation about whether the recent resignation of presidential spokesperson Ajuri Ngelale is connected to the upcoming cabinet changes.
However, insiders have dismissed these rumors, clarifying that Ngelale’s departure is unrelated to the broader administrative overhaul.
Interestingly, the reshuffle might include the return of familiar faces, as a former minister from the Buhari administration is rumored to be under consideration for a ministerial role.