SHOCKER: Tinubu Sacks AbdulRazaq’s Ally, Ghaali Alaaya, in NNPC Board Reshuffle
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has relieved Dr. Ibrahim Ghaali Alaaya, an ally of Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, of his position as a non-executive director.
This decision was part of the broader reconstitution that saw the removal of the former chairman, Chief Pius Akinyelure, and Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO), Mallam Mele Kolo Kyari, along with other board members appointed in November 2023.
Dr. Alaaya’s appointment to the NNPC board in November last year was widely seen as a significant political win for Governor AbdulRazaq, who has been consolidating his influence within the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
However, the latest development signals a recalibration of Tinubu’s power dynamics and his broader strategic approach to governance.
The reconstitution, which introduced an 11-man board, now has Engineer Bashir Bayo Ojulari as the Group CEO and Ahmadu Musa Kida as the non-executive chairman. Other new board members include representatives from the country’s geopolitical zones, with President Tinubu emphasizing that the shake-up was necessary to enhance operational efficiency, restore investor confidence, and drive economic growth.
Governor AbdulRazaq and his allies had touted Alaaya’s inclusion in the board as a recognition of Kwara State’s strategic importance. However, with his removal, political analysts suggest this may be an indication of Tinubu’s evolving approach to governance, which prioritizes technical expertise and strategic restructuring over political considerations.
While no official statement has been issued by Governor AbdulRazaq or his allies regarding Alaaya’s removal, political watchers in Kwara State believe this move may have implications for the governor’s influence within the national political space. As President Tinubu continues to realign key appointments in his administration, it remains to be seen how this latest reshuffle will impact the intricate political equations in Kwara and beyond.
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