George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) says that the Federal Government is committed to ensuring fairness, equity and national unity in appointing qualified Nigerians to offices
Akume, in a statement made available to Journalists in Abuja, said that the SGF Office would be addressing recently circulated insinuations, particularly on social media, regarding compositions of Federal Appointments.
In the statement signed by Segun Imohiosen, Director, Information and Publicity, the Federal Government refuted claims of lopsidedness, emphasising its unwavering commitment to the principles of fairness, equity, and national unity.
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According to the Office of the SGF, “All appointments are made in strict adherence to federal character principle, as enshrined in Section 14 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as Altered).”
The statement, coming on the heels of recent withdrawal of list of Federal Government’s Appointments and the public apology by the Presidency, said however, that it was “notable to mention that, His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, believes strongly in the unity of Nigeria and is guided by the ideals of fairness and tenets of justice in all appointments.
“This Administration is dedicated to ensuring that all regions and demographics of the country are adequately represented in its institutions and agencies.”
The SGF therefore, urged members of the public to disregard unfounded speculations and rely on official Government sources for accurate information.
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“The Government remains steadfast in its pursuit of a prosperous, united and equitable Nigeria, in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of this Administration.
“Pokers of embers of hate and disunity who carry tendentious and unfounded allegations should never be taken seriously by Nigerians.
“Inquiries with respect to this matter can be channeled through the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation which is the official custodian of such appointments”, the statement said.
