TINUBU’S ULTIMATUM: RESIGN BY MARCH 31 OR FORGET 2027
GREATRIBUNETVNEWS–PRESIDENT Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered all political appointees seeking elective office in 2027 to resign by March 31, 2026, citing the need for a level playing field and electoral integrity
Key Issues:
– _”The directive is rooted in Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act, 2026, as well as the newly released timetable by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for political party primaries.”_ – Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation
– Affected Officials: Ministers, Ministers of State, Special Advisers, Senior Special Assistants, Special Assistants, Personal Assistants, Directors-General, and Chief Executive Officers of Federal Parastatals, Agencies, Commissions, and Government-Owned Enterprises.
– _”The measure is necessary to ensure full compliance with electoral laws, uphold transparency in the political process, and promote a level playing field for all aspirants ahead of the elections.”_ – President Bola Ahmed Tinubu
– Deadline: March 31, 2026, for submission of formal resignation letters through the OSGF.
Political Implications
This move is expected to trigger a significant shake-up in the Federal Executive Council (FEC) and within the leadership of several key federal agencies. Political analysts suggest that the directive will lead to a wave of high-profile exits, as several ministers and agency heads have long been rumored to be eyeing governorship seats or legislative positions in their respective states.
The presidency noted that the measure is intended to prevent the use of public resources for personal political campaigns and to minimize distractions within the administration as it enters the critical second half of its four-year tenure.
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