Cabinet Reshuffle Causes Anxiety Among Tinubu's Ministers

A recent cabinet reshuffle by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has triggered anxiety among his ministers, particularly following the removal of a member from the Federal Executive Council. Wale Edun, who serves as the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, alongside Ahm Musa Dangiwa, reportedly described the mood within the cabinet as tense.

Prior to the reshuffle, there were jokes about the situation, but concerns have been raised regarding the performance of certain appointees, with some being described as "square pegs in round holes." Sources within the presidency indicated that while the reshuffle was welcomed by some quarters, it has also drawn attention to the underperformance of ministers in critical sectors, particularly the power sector, which is essential for economic growth. Despite ongoing reforms, Nigeria continues to face challenges with worsening electricity supply, raising questions about the effectiveness of the current ministers in executing the administration's policies.