Presidency Reveals Why Tinubu Demands Full Accountability From Ministers

Presidency Reveals Why Tinubu Demands Full Accountability From Ministers

The Presidency has clarified that President Bola Tinubu’s recent directive for ministers to hold periodic press briefings was prompted by some cabinet members’ failure to provide regular updates on their activities.

On Tuesday, the Federal Government announced that ministers would begin regular media engagements to update Nigerians on government policies and initiatives. Minister of Information and National Orientation,.…….READ MORE 

Mohammed Idris, revealed that Tinubu mandated all ministers to engage with the public to ensure transparency and accountability.

Idris emphasized that the briefings would serve as a platform for ministers to highlight key developments, address public concerns, and counter misinformation.

“In 2024, we hosted 25 ministers at these briefings and reached millions of people in Nigeria and abroad through traditional and digital media platforms,” he stated, adding that 2025 is a year of consolidation for Tinubu’s administration.

This directive has sparked speculation that it could be a move to assess ministerial performance, possibly leading to a cabinet reshuffle as Tinubu approaches his second anniversary in office. However, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, dismissed these claims, insisting that the move is solely about reinforcing accountability.

“The President has always insisted that ministers should render accounts. People want to know what they have been doing, but not all of them have done so. This is about ensuring they provide periodic updates,” Onanuga said.

A source close to the President also corroborated this stance, stating that the directive is not linked to any performance evaluation or potential cabinet changes.

As Tinubu’s administration progresses, Nigerians will be keenly watching to see how ministers respond to this new transparency drive.