Tinubu’s new ministers should shun personal interests — Akume
By Jeffrey Agbo
Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has advised the newly appointed ministers in President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet to uphold national interest and shun personal and sectional interests.
“As ministers in your respective ministries, the president has entrusted you with the mandate of driving the administration’s renewed hope agenda for development, stability, and growth in your sector,” Akume said at the opening of a 2-day induction retreat organised by his office for the appointees on Thursday in Abuja.
“This induction retreat is designed to equip you with the insights, tools, and guidance necessary for effective performance in your new roles.
“You are therefore, expected to shun personal, ethnic and sectional interests and uphold our national interests.
“As ministers, your duties include upholding national cohesion and to promote peace for national unity and development.”
The retreat, Akume explained further, was a platform for knowledge-sharing, strategic planning and alignment with the Federal Government’s priorities and aspirations.
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“The primary purpose of this retreat is to foster a deep understanding of the operational principles, challenges, and expectations that define your responsibilities as ministers.
“In addition, you will gain insight into the President’s vision for Nigeria and 5 role each of you will play in achieving that vision,” he said.
The SGF said Tinubu government, with the renewed hope agenda, was aimed to tackle poverty, enhance security, drive economic diversification, and improve critical infrastructure among others.
To achieve these goals, Akume said, ministers were expected to work as a cohesive and dedicated team.
Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination, Hadiza Usman, said the retreat was designed as an intensive programme, structured to provide the ministers with critical knowledge.
She said the exercise would equip them with the foundational understanding necessary to assume their duties effectively.
“This retreat is an opportunity for honourable ministers to gain not only theoretical insights but also practical strategies that you can apply immediately.
“By the end of the two days, each of ministers should be well-equipped to understand your ministerial roles and align with the goals of Tinubu’s administration.
“It will also enable you to navigate the regulatory frameworks around finance and procurement processes confidently, promote a culture of integrity within your ministry by upholding the highest standards of ethics and accountability,” she explained.
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