How Buhari’s govt sidelined Tinubu — Ex-presidential aide

Former Special Assistant on Media to ex-Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Laolu Akande, has accused President Bola Tinubu of being marginalized within the All Progressives Congress (APC) during the tenure of former President Muhammadu Buhari. In an interview on Naija Unfiltered podcast, Akande alleged that Tinubu faced significant challenges, despite his key role in Buhari's rise to the party's presidential nomination in 2015.

He recounted witnessing numerous instances where Tinubu was pushed aside during party meetings. Akande emphasized that Tinubu endured this treatment from 2015 to 2023 and was even seated at the back of meetings. He also claimed that several individuals Tinubu nominated for ministerial positions were rejected, suggesting that the appointments were made to undermine Tinubu's influence.

Akande did not provide further details about the nominations or the individuals involved. Despite these alleged setbacks, Akande noted that Tinubu remained politically active and waited for an opportunity to run for president. He noted that Tinubu did not leave the APC party but continued to engage in political activities until he eventually succeeded Buhari.