Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Rev. Father Matthew Kukah, has criticised the process by which Nigerian Presidents rely on nominations from state governors and other sources to select ministers.
During an appearance on Arise Television’s Morning Show, Kukah voiced his concerns about the current method of appointing ministers, where the President must “beg” state governors for nominations.
He argued that this system is self-constraining and leads to challenges in forming an effective ministerial team.
Kukah emphasised that appointments to leadership positions should be based on merit, not favours.
In addition, Kukah expressed his astonishment at comments made by former ministers from the previous administration of President Muhammadu Buhari regarding their principal.
While discussing his assessment of President Bola Tinubu’s performance in the six months since his inauguration, Kukah noted that there should be more pressure on those in power to ensure that leadership positions are filled based on competence and merit.
He also mentioned that the process should involve evaluating CVs and data accumulated over time.
Kukah clarified that he does not hold a personal grudge against former President Buhari but was surprised by some of the statements made by former ministers who served in that administration.
He emphasised that he had not made any disrespectful or personal comments about the former President.
Kukah acknowledged the need to continue focusing on addressing governance issues and holding leaders accountable.
Source: PUNCH