‘Tinubu Not South-West Leader But Jagaban Of Lagos Illiterates’ – Newly Appointed Aide Of Ondo Governor Aiyedatiwa Says In Old Tweets

Recently, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State appointed over 320 new senior special assistants and special assistants without assigned portfolios. This move has sparked criticism, particularly on X (formerly Twitter), where Nigerians have questioned the necessity and cost of such a large expansion in the state government.One of the newly appointed aides, Oluyemi Fashipe, has come under scrutiny due to past social media posts critical of Bola Tinubu, the current Nigerian President and leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In tweets from January 2020 and June 2020, Fashipe referred to Tinubu as the “Jagaban of Lagos state illiterates” and expressed skepticism about Tinubu’s leadership role in the Southwest region. These posts have resurfaced, drawing attention to Fashipe’s controversial views and raising questions about the new appointments amidst ongoing debates about governance efficiency and economic burden in Nigeria.The criticism also highlights broader concerns about the size and cost of government at both federal and state levels, with many arguing that the current structure is excessively bloated. The debate continues as Aiyedatiwa, who is a member of the APC and is seeking re-election, faces increased scrutiny over these recent appointments and their implications for governance and public spending.