The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has reportedly voiced substantial disappointment with the choice of an individual from Abia State to Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s cabinet, as reported by the Guardian Nigeria. An individual from Abia State was appointed to the cabinet. The Chairman of the ACF, Musa Saidu, has stated that the decision has exacerbated the feelings of discontent that people from Northern Nigeria have been experiencing. He emphasised that the perception of bias that exists within the Fubara administration is maintained by the fact that Northerners have not been adequately represented in the recent appointments that have been made.
By highlighting the fact that the exclusion serves as a bitter reminder of the long-standing marginalisation that Northerners have endured under prior administrations, Saidu emphasised the significance of this fact. He emphasised the significance of conversation and expressed his desire for Governor Fubara to establish communication with authentic Northern leaders in order to guarantee that their issues are understood and addressed....Read Full Article [Click Here>]
In a statement reported by Guardian Nigeria, Saidu elaborated, saying, “We are disappointed that Northerners were not represented in the recent appointment of commissioners by Governor Sim Fubara. An Igbo man from Abia State was appointed, while Northerners were sidelined despite their significant contributions to the state. The current administration appears to be ‘entirely partial’ against Northerners. This situation could foster division within the community, and we strongly encourage the governor to engage with Northern leaders to resolve these grievances.”
