President-elect Asiwaju Bola Tinubu on Thursday dampened hopes of unity government supporters by prioritizing proficiency over such political arrangements.
He said his goals were higher than a government of national unity, and rather aimed at a government with nationwide authority in choosing ministers, rather than choosing appointments based on religion.
Tinubu said on Thursday, “Nigeria:
"At the Dawn of New Hope" is the first public statement since the Independent National Electoral Commission announced him as the next president on March 1.
The ruling All Progressive Congress' presidential candidate he won 8,794,726 votes, defeating National Democratic Party's Al Haj He Attik He Abu Bakar, Labor Party's Peter Obi and New Nigerian People's Party's Rabi Ukwan Kwaso.
His Abubakar and Obi, who came second and third respectively in the election, are challenging the election results in court and refuse to see Tinubu hold out an olive branch. However, some Nigerians have considered a unity government to quell the turmoil over the election results.
In a statement to Nigerians on the matter, the president-elect said, "As your new president, I accept the task at hand. There was talk of a national unity government. My goal is more than that." We want a high, nationally capable government. In choosing my government, I am not bothered by considerations unrelated to competence or merit. The days of political games are long gone. I will bring together talented men, women and young people from across Nigeria to build a safer, more prosperous and just Nigeria. There must be young people Women should stand out. Whether your faith compels you to pray in a church or a mosque does not determine your status in government. Character and competence. "
Commenting on the presidential election for the former governor of Lagos state, he pointed out that a fair and credible election was held and won, and argued for the right of disgruntled candidates to go to court.
"A fair and credible election was held and won. The honor of this victory and the great responsibility that comes with it has fallen upon me. I am not saying this to brag or boast. I am just presenting the facts as they are. I am aware that many good and well-meaning Nigerians voted for other candidates. They are, of course, disappointed that their preferred candidate did not win. Other candidates expressed their dissatisfaction and said they would go to court to challenge the election, which is inherent in the democratic process. We protect your right to take legal action. I have set my course and my thoughts on the leaders of this nation as they exercise the legal rights given to them in our democracy. I will wait and promise to do the work for all people, whether they voted for me or not. "
President-elect Asiwaju Bola Tinubu on Thursday dampened hopes of unity government supporters by prioritizing proficiency over such political arrangements.
He said his goals were higher than a government of national unity, and rather aimed at a government with nationwide authority in choosing ministers, rather than choosing appointments based on religion.
Tinub said on Thursday, “Nigeria:
"At the Dawn of New Hope" is the first public statement since the Independent National Electoral Commission announced him as the next president on March 1.
The ruling All Progressive Congress' presidential candidate he won 8,794,726 votes, defeating National Democratic Party's Atiku Abubakar, Labor Party's Peter Obi and New Nigerian People's Party's Rabi kwanKwaso.
His Abubakar and Obi, who came second and third respectively in the election, are challenging the election results in court and refuse to see Tinubu hold out an olive branch. However, some Nigerians have considered a unity government to quell the turmoil over the election results.
In a statement to Nigerians on the matter, the president-elect said, "As your new president, I accept the task at hand. There was talk of a national unity government. My goal is more than that." We want a high, nationally capable government. In choosing my government, I am not bothered by considerations unrelated to competence or merit.The days of political games are long gone. I will bring together talented men, women and young people from across Nigeria to build a safer, more prosperous and just Nigeria. There must be young people Women should stand out. Whether your faith compels you to pray in a church or a mosque does not determine your status in government.Character and competence. "
Commenting on the presidential election for the former governor of Lagos state, he pointed out that a fair and credible election was held and won, and argued for the right of disgruntled candidates to go to court.
"A fair and credible election was held and won. The honor of this victory and the great responsibility that comes with it has fallen upon me. I am not saying this to brag or boast. I am just presenting the facts as they are. I am aware that many good and well-meaning Nigerians voted for other candidates. They are, of course, disappointed that their preferred candidate did not win. Other candidates expressed their dissatisfaction and said they would go to court to challenge the election, which is inherent in the democratic process. We protect your right to take legal action. I have set my course and my thoughts on the leaders of this nation as they exercise the legal rights given to them in our democracy. I will wait and promise to do the work for all people, whether they voted for me or not. "