- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Yakubu Jang, the son of former Plateau State Governor Jonah Jang, as Senior Special Assistant in the Office of the President.
- Vice President Kashim Shettima announced the presidential appointment while representing President Tinubu at Chief Jonah Jang’s 80th birthday celebration and book launch in Jos, Plateau State.
- The administration noted that the appointment reflects President Tinubu’s commitment to competence, inclusive governance, and accommodating diverse political perspectives across the federation.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Yakubu Jang as a Senior Special Assistant in the Office of the President.
Eko Hot Blog reports that the announcement was made on Saturday by Vice President Kashim Shettima, who delivered a goodwill message on behalf of the President during the 80th birthday celebration and autobiography launch of former Plateau State Governor, Chief Jonah Jang, held at the Tamarald Event Centre in Jos, Plateau State.
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Speaking before a gathering of national leaders, Vice President Shettima emphasized that the appointment underscores President Tinubu’s commitment to recognizing individual capacity, rewarding loyalty, and fostering broad political inclusion across different regions and backgrounds in national administration.
The high-profile gathering in Jos brought together prominent political figures, including former President Goodluck Jonathan, state governors, federal lawmakers, traditional rulers, and senior government officials.
The event also marked the official unveiling of Chief Jang’s autobiography, titled Airman to Politics: My Life, celebrating his long career as a military administrator, two-term governor, and senator.
The announcement was warmly received by dignitaries and political associates at the venue, who viewed the move as a positive gesture toward national reconciliation and regional harmony.
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