President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered all political appointees in his administration seeking elective offices in the 2027 general elections to resign on or before March 31.
The directive was disclosed on Tuesday by the Head of Information and Public Relations at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (OSGF), Dewan Goshit.
According to Goshit, the decision is in line with Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act 2026 and the timetable issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for party primaries ahead of the 2027 polls.
He noted that the directive affects all categories of presidential political appointees intending to participate in party primaries or seek nomination for elective positions.
Those covered include ministers, ministers of state, special advisers, senior special assistants, special assistants, personal assistants, as well as directors-general and chief executive officers of federal agencies, commissions, parastatals, and government-owned companies.
Goshit added that affected officials are to channel their resignation letters through the Office of the SGF before the stipulated deadline.
“President Tinubu emphasised that 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,” the statement read in part.
The president also urged strict adherence to the directive, reiterating his administration’s commitment to credible elections and the strengthening of democratic institutions.
