Presidency clarifies stance on cabinet reshuffle amid Betta Edu 585 million naira scandal

Amid the controversy involving Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, the Presidency has asserted that President Bola Tinubu is prepared to reshuffle his cabinet promptly if the ongoing investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) necessitates such action.

Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, emphasized that the President has privately cautioned all ministers against engaging in any fraudulent activities.

Speaking on TVC Politics Today, Ngelale revealed that Tinubu has consistently communicated to members of his administration, both in the Federal Executive Council and private meetings, that he will not tolerate indiscipline, corruption, dereliction of duty, or any form of incompetence.

Ngelale clarified, “At this point, it is in the realm of speculation. What is not in the realm of speculation, however, is that the President has ordered a thorough investigation. And wherever that investigation takes him, he will act accordingly.”

He added, “On the speculations of a possible cabinet reshuffle, It is only natural to drive such stories, particularly if there’s even a whisper that such a thing could occur. But I think it’s important that we not preempt the activities of the President. The President is fully aware of all factors related to what people are doing and not doing within his administration.”