President Bola Tinubu is reportedly planning a cabinet reshuffle amid growing pressure from within the All Progressives Congress (APC) and other stakeholders. Concerns have been raised about the inactivity of certain ministers, prompting the President to consider changes aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of his cabinet.
The reshuffle is expected to result in the dismissal of some ministers, while others may be reassigned to different ministries. This follows the recent resignation and replacement of the directors-general of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) and the Department of State Services (DSS).
The move aligns with the efforts of the Result and Delivery Unit, established by Tinubu and led by Mrs. Hadiza Bala-Usman, Special Adviser on Policy Coordination. The unit was created to evaluate the performance of ministers and top government officials, with a clear warning that underperformance would lead to removal.
While specific ministers likely to be affected by the reshuffle have not been disclosed, sources within the presidency indicate that the President is focused on building a cabinet composed of effective and proactive leaders. Close associates of Tinubu agree that a stronger cabinet is necessary to implement the President’s policies effectively.
The decision comes after criticism, including from international observers like the Financial Times, which highlighted the need for a more capable cabinet to deliver on the bold reforms announced by the President. The next year is seen as critical for the administration, with the reshuffle aimed at ensuring the government can achieve its objectives and make significant progress in delivering on its promises.
