{
  "id": 2042729,
  "title": "LESS NOISE, MORE IMPACT",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/less-noise-more-impact",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-19T23:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/08/20/less-noise-more-impact/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ibrahim Kabir Masari, a Senior Special Assistant to the President on Political and Other Matters, plays a crucial role in Nigeria's political system. His duties include maintaining relationships, managing competing interests, anticipating political risks and ensuring governance aligns with party politics. Although his work is mostly conducted away from public scrutiny, it significantly contributes to Nigeria's political stability. Masari gained national recognition during the 2023 presidential election when he served as a placeholder for the then APC presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu. His appointment into the Presidency further solidified his value to President Tinubu, who appreciates his political experience and organizational abilities. As a political adviser, Masari serves as a bridge between the Presidency, party stakeholders, elected officials and other influential actors. His role is essential in a politically diverse country like Nigeria, where coalition-building, consultation, and consensus are indispensable. The effectiveness of Masari's work lies in his ability to foster dialogue, reduce tensions and support political stability. Presidential advisers are valuable because they identify emerging political concerns, encourage stakeholder dialogue, and help maintain cohesion within governing coalitions. Their success should be measured by their contributions to democratic governance, communication between government and stakeholders, and the effectiveness of public institutions. As Nigeria's political landscape evolves, political advisers who understand party structures, political negotiation and coalition management will likely remain crucial figures within the administration.",
  "summary": "Kabir Masari is a bridge between the Presidency, party stakeholders, elected officials and other influential actors, writes ADE SAMUEL Every successful presidency depends not only on the vision of the",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}