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Tinubu appoints ex-Plateau governor's son as Senior Special Assistant

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  • President Bola Tinubu appointed Yakubu Jang, son of former Plateau State Governor Jonah Jang, as Senior Special Assistant in the Office of the President.
  • The announcement was made by Vice President Kashim Shettima at the elder Jang's 80th birthday celebration and book launch in Jos.
  • The appointment was presented as recognition of capacity, loyalty, and the need for diverse voices in governance, and was met with applause from attendees.

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Yakubu Jang, son of former Plateau State Governor Jonah Jang, to the position of Senior Special Assistant in the Office of the President. The announcement came on Saturday during the 80th birthday celebration and book launch of Chief Jonah Jang in Jos, Plateau State.

Vice President Kashim Shettima delivered the goodwill message on behalf of President Tinubu, stating, "On behalf of Mr President, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Yakubu Jang as Senior Special Assistant in the Office of the President." The high-profile event was attended by numerous dignitaries, including former President Goodluck Jonathan, several governors, and other government officials and traditional rulers.

On behalf of Mr President, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Yakubu Jang as Senior Special Assistant in the Office of the President.

— Kashim ShettimaThe Vice President announced the new appointment on behalf of President Tinubu at an event in Jos.

Shettima emphasized that the appointment reflects President Tinubu's commitment to recognizing capacity, loyalty, and the importance of incorporating diverse voices within the governance structure. The announcement was met with applause from the guests, who included political leaders and associates of the Jang family.

The appointment coincided with the celebration of Jonah Jang's 80th birthday and the unveiling of his autobiography, "Airman to Politics: My Life." Elder Jang has a distinguished career, having served in the Nigerian Air Force, as Military Administrator, and as a two-term governor of Plateau State, as well as a senator.

The appointment reflected the President’s recognition of capacity, loyalty and the need to accommodate diverse voices in governance.

— Kashim ShettimaVice President Shettima explained the rationale behind the appointment.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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