appointment of Ilorin Emirate born diplomat, Professor Ibrahim Gambari
as Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu, saying he could reinvent
governance in the country if given a free hand to draw from his wealth
of experience.
In a statement by the CNPP Secretary General, Chief Willy Ezugwu on
Thursday, the umbrella association of registered political parties and
groups in the country prayed that the Chief of Staff is given a free
hand to stabilise the President Muhammadu Buhari administration.
“No doubt that Professor Ibrahim Gambari came into the government with
unequalled wealth of experience that is capable of stabilizing the
President Muhammadu Buhari administration.
“However, our worst fears is that he may not be accorded the same
privileges extended to his predecessor, late Mallam Abba Kyari whom Mr.
President openly ordered all his cabinet Ministers to report to.
“The new Chief of Staff is a well-known intellectual member of not only
the diplomatic corps but also of the academia and the civil society.
“Professor Gambari’s robust contacts cuts across all divides and the
perception of his person across the country will be a big plus for the
federal government if he is given a free hand to operate independent of
the much talked about Aso Rock cabal, which is more of an ideology of
the President than personalities.
“If those around Mr. President can allow him to perform and run his
office for the benefit of the Nigerian people
“We have confident in the ability of the Chief of State to deliver as a
solution provider, expert in conflict prevention, management and
resolution as well as sustainable development”, the CNPP stated.