Former Senate Chief Whip Ali Ndume has reaffirmed his assertion that President Bola Tinubu is inaccessible to lawmakers and party leaders, despite his removal from the position last week. Ndume, who was replaced by Senator Tahir Monguno, made the comments during an appearance on Channels Television’s Politics Today on Monday.
Ndume stated that his attempts to meet with the President were unsuccessful, despite writing several letters seeking an audience. He emphasized that security challenges require collective effort and open discussion, criticizing the perceived lack of accessibility.
Ndume’s initial comments about Tinubu’s inaccessibility led to his removal as Chief Whip, but he maintains that he did not lie and has no grudge against the President. He acknowledged some security improvements in certain areas but expressed concern about ongoing challenges in other regions.
The controversy surrounding Ndume’s removal and his claims about Tinubu’s accessibility has sparked debate about the President’s engagement with lawmakers and party leaders.