I Made Political Appointments Fairly – President Buhari
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on 3 November, 2018 under Naija News
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President Muhammadu Buhari has a stand that his administration has ensured even distribution of political appointments to reflect diverse interests across the country, regardless of the voting patterns of the 2015 presidential elections.
He made the assertion while receiving a delegation of Bassa Traditional Rulers and Elites led by His Royal Highness, Alhaji Bako Ebiredelu Dogwo, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja on Friday.
The President affirmed that the Nigerian constitution clearly maps out the need for representation in every government, and he had adhered strictly to the tenets of the law.
He noted that Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Science and Technology, Labour and Employment, and Industry, Trade and Investment emerged from states that he did not record many votes in 2015, but they were given strong portfolios in the cabinet based on their competence.
A statement issued by Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity) quoted him as saying: “As humanly possible, I have tried to be fair to all. And I am very pleased that in spite of the complaints of technical marginalisation, you have agreed to vote for me in 2019.”
The President assured the delegation that he would look into the issue of poor representation of the Bassa people in government.
“Thank you for all the nice things you have said about me and the administration. I have taken note that you don’t have leadership in any of the parastatals,’’ he added.
In his remarks, the leader of the delegation said Bassa people had consistently voted for the President over the years, and “will do it again in 2019.”
“You are a great asset to Nigeria. The Bassa nation will use all the resources available to us to ensure you are re-elected in 2019,’’ he said. The royal father said the President’s effort at securing the country was commendable, urging him to also sustain the anti-corruption war.
“We are happy with your administration, which is all inclusive without discrimination. Keep promoting equality,” he added. He, however, called on the President to reciprocate the love and affection of the Bassa people, who are spread across Nasarawa, Kogi, Benue, Niger States and FCT, by ensuring that they get fair representation in government.
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Nwadike Chris - 5 years ago
When will all these lies stop. Must they lie to continue being in power. Shame,shame,shame.
EMMA - 5 years ago
Shut up mr president
ay - 5 years ago
Sai Baba all ur enemy will not see 2019 bcos only God know u are true man n you Ave clean mind to run dis country for us bcos if some things want to good you most first taste the hard ship,,,but ur people naa shap shap tings den want,,,ritual people
Hard Truth - 5 years ago
You have 5ministerial to the southeast to save your face,you are not a true statesman, I be not heard an inspiring words from your mouth,Nigeria youth are lazy,@1984 you said Nigerians are useless and indiscipline, now you are ruling useless ppl, my prayer is that you and your party should allow the election to be free and fair.