Senate President Godswill Akpabio has dismissed growing concerns over President Bola Tinubu’s recent absence, asserting that the office is not vacant and that the president is still actively running the country.
In a statement released earlier this week, Akpabio addressed reports that Tinubu had been out of the public eye for an extended period. He said the president’s continued leadership means that the position remains occupied.
“There is no vacancy as he is still running Nigeria,” Akpabio said.
Akpabio, who has served as Senate President since 2023, is the highest-ranking official in Nigeria’s legislative branch. His remarks come amid speculation about the president’s whereabouts and the impact on national governance.
While the statement confirms that Tinubu has not resigned or been removed, it does not provide details on the reasons for his absence or the duration of his absence from official duties.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>