Six Weeks After Tinubu Appointed Namdas BCDA DG, Wike’s Ally Still In Office As Appointee Awaits Letter
Six Weeks After Tinubu Appointed Namdas BCDA DG, Wike’s Ally Still In Office As Appointee Awaits Letter Tinubu had on June 26, 2026, announced Namdas as the new Director-General of the BCDA, replacing Dr Dakorinama Alabo George, who had resigned from the position to pursue his political ambition in Rivers State.
Six weeks after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed Abdulrazak Sa'ad Namdas as the Director-General of the Border Communities Development Agency (BCDA) on June 26, 2026, Namdas is still awaiting the appointment letter necessary for him to officially assume the role. The delay has sparked controversy at the agency, with Namdas' community in Adamawa State appealing to President Tinubu to intervene and ensure the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, issues the appointment letter.
Despite the President's directive that the appointment be effective immediately, Namdas has yet to receive the formal letter, leading to a power struggle within the agency. The immediate past BCDA boss, Dakorinama Alabo George, who resigned to pursue a political ambition in Rivers State, continues to perform official duties. Allegations suggest that political interests, possibly linked to Rivers State Minister Nyesom Wike, may be behind the delay.
Wike's ally, George, was set to run for governor against Tinubu's preferred candidate, Kingsley Chinda, who emerged victorious. The community representing Namdas is urging President Tinubu to personally intervene and ensure the appointment letter is issued, emphasizing the importance of accountability and adherence to presidential decisions ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
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