TINUBU REJIGS CABINET, CONFIRMS MINISTERIAL RESIGNATIONS AFTER CLOSED DOOR MEETING

TINUBU REJIGS CABINET, CONFIRMS MINISTERIAL RESIGNATIONS AFTER CLOSED-DOOR MEETING President Bola Tinubu has carried out a fresh cabinet reshuffle following a closed-door meeting at the Presidential Villa, with confirmation that key ministerial changes have been approved as part of ongoing adjustments to his economic and governance team. The development was officially confirmed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Minister’s Special Adviser on Strategic Communications and Media Relations, Tunji Bolaji, following the high-level meeting held on April 26 2026

According to the statement, the decision was reached after discussions between the President and affected cabinet members during the private meeting. While full details of all changes are still emerging, the presidency confirmed that the reshuffle includes the exit and replacement of key ministers as part of efforts to strengthen policy delivery and economic coordination. The announcement follows broader adjustments to the Federal Executive Council aimed at improving efficiency amid Nigeria’s ongoing economic challenges.

The cabinet adjustments come at a time when the administration is under pressure to address rising inflation, currency instability, and the increasing cost of living affecting households across the country. Officials say the restructuring is designed to improve coordination across ministries and ensure faster implementation of economic policies under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

Recent reports also indicate that the finance and housing ministries were among those affected in the wider reshuffle, signalling a significant recalibration of the government’s economic team. The development follows months of debate over the effectiveness of the government’s economic reforms, including subsidy removal, fiscal tightening, and tax restructuring measures. Analysts say the latest changes suggest the presidency is seeking to strike a balance between reform continuity and delivering immediate relief to citizens facing economic hardship The presidency is expected to release a comprehensive list of affected ministers and new appointees in the coming days as handover processes continue across ministries.

Officials have directed that all transition activities be completed within the stipulated timeline set by the government.

Observers say the reshuffle could mark a significant turning point in the administration’s economic management strategy, depending on how quickly new appointees stabilise key sectors and implement policy reforms. Attention now shifts to the National Assembly and policy stakeholders for confirmation hearings and reactions to the new appointments.