Former Defence Minister endorses Tinubu’s second-term ambition, dismisses concerns over alleged religious imbalance in government appointments.
Former Minister of Defence, Theophilus Danjuma, has thrown his weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, declaring support for the president ahead of the 2027 general election.
Danjuma, a retired Nigerian Army general, said Tinubu had demonstrated fairness towards Christians through appointments into key positions in his administration.
He made the remarks on Saturday during the 20th anniversary celebration and fundraising ceremony of the Adamawa State Government House Chapel in Yola.
The former defence minister’s endorsement comes amid growing political activities and realignments ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
His comments also touch on the ongoing debate over religious representation in the Tinubu administration, particularly allegations of an imbalance in appointments between Christians and Muslims.
By expressing confidence in the president’s handling of religious representation, Danjuma appeared to dismiss concerns that Christians had been sidelined in the distribution of political appointments.
Tinubu, who assumed office in May 2023, is expected to face a fresh electoral contest in 2027, with political parties and opposition figures already positioning themselves ahead of the polls.
Danjuma’s public backing could add to the growing list of prominent political and influential figures declaring support for the president’s second-term ambition.
