Reports have emerged that Ajuri Ngelale stepped down as the Spokesperson of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu due to fears of being sacked.
Ngelale had announced his
decision to take a leave of absence from work, citing medical and personal
reasons. The Presidency later confirmed and accepted Ngelale's decision to exit
his role.
However, Premium Times, quoting
sources, reported that Ngelale's departure was actually due to his inability to
perform effectively in the role. Some members of Tinubu’s cabinet reportedly
expressed concerns that Ngelale lacked the necessary "experience, contacts,
and networks" for the job.
“It is a misnomer and a
miscalculation for the President to have appointed such a junior journalist to
such a senior position. It is no surprise that he could not deliver as expected,”
a source told Premium Times.
Similarly, the Foundation for
Investigative Journalism Nigeria claimed Ngelale was fired by the Presidency,
contrary to his public statement.
Ngelale was appointed as
Tinubu's spokesperson in August 2023.
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