Power Struggle Over Tinubu's BCDA Appointment

A controversy has arisen within the Nigerian Presidency regarding the appointment of Dr. Abdulrazak Namda as the new Director General of the Border Communities Development Agency (BCDA). President Bola Tinubu announced Namda's appointment to replace Dakorinama Alabo George, who resigned to contest an electoral position in his home state.

However, three weeks after the announcement, Namda has yet to assume office, as the formal appointment letter has not been released. In the interim, George continues to perform his duties, including attending high-level government meetings, raising questions about compliance with presidential directives.

Hamman Yero, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), criticized the delay in issuing the appointment letter, highlighting constitutional and administrative concerns. This situation echoes a previous leadership dispute within the Nigerian Postal Service, indicating ongoing issues with executive appointments in Nigeria.