A significant change is expected in President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet, with seven ministers and several aides reportedly preparing to resign ahead of the 2027 elections.
The ministers, eyeing various political positions, include Adebayo Adelabu (Power), Abubakar Kyari (Agriculture), Yusuf Tuggar (Foreign Affairs), Muhammad Ali Pate (Health), Saidu Alkali (Transportation), and Hakeem Muri-Okunola (Principal Private Secretary to the President), among others.
These officials are seeking positions such as governorship in Oyo, Borno, Gombe, Bauchi, and Lagos states, as well as senatorial seats.
The resignations of these ministers are expected to significantly impact the 2027 elections, as they are eyeing various positions, including governorship seats in Oyo, Bauchi, Gombe, and Lagos states, as well as senatorial seats.
The resignations comply with President Tinubu’s directive, requiring political appointees to step down by Tuesday, March 31, to contest in the 2027 elections.
The move is seen as a bid to ensure compliance with electoral laws and promote transparency in the political process.
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has scheduled party primaries between April 23 and May 30, 2026.
