Pastor Tunde Bakare Reveals Reason for Rejecting Tinubu's Ministerial Offer
Leader of Citadel Global Community Church, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has explained his decision to decline a ministerial offer from President Bola Tinubu's administration.
Speaking at Envoy Nation in Leicester on Sunday, Bakare stated that his refusal was due to his belief in being too old for the position.
"I told Tinubu that I'm too old to be a minister," Bakare said. "But I will help in the background in any way I think will help my country. I have never been part of the opposition. I am a propositional platform; if I see something wrong, I will suggest a solution."
The cleric further clarified his stance as a full member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and his commitment to vote when the time comes.
"I cannot change sides quickly by joining one party today and another tomorrow," Bakare said. "I am a full member of APC, and I will vote when the time comes."
Bakare's comments provide insight into his decision to remain outside of Tinubu's cabinet while offering support to the administration.
"I have never been part of the opposition. I am a propositional platform; if I see something wrong, I will suggest a solution."
The decision comes as President Tinubu continues to shape his administration and form a cabinet team to lead Nigeria's government.
"I will help in the background in any way I think will help my country," Bakare added.
The pastor, known for his involvement in Nigerian politics, has remained loyal to the APC party, stating, "I cannot change sides quickly by joining one party today and another tomorrow."
The revelation highlights Bakare's commitment to providing constructive criticism and suggesting solutions when necessary, while supporting President Tinubu's administration.
Pastor Tunde Bakare Explains Rejection of Tinubu's Ministerial Offer
- Nigerian cleric and political figure, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has explained his decision to decline a ministerial position offered by President Bola Tinubu's administration.
- Bakare cited his advanced age as the reason for his refusal, stating that he believes he is too old for the role.
- The pastor emphasized his commitment to supporting the APC party and not jumping between parties quickly.
- Bakare intends to contribute to Nigeria's development by offering constructive criticism and suggesting solutions when necessary.
- The revelation showcases Bakare's dedication to providing constructive criticism and suggesting solutions while supporting President Tinubu's administration.
President Tinubu's administration continues to shape its cabinet team, and Bakare's comments highlight his commitment to offering constructive criticism and suggesting solutions while supporting the APC party.
Pastor Tunde Bakare Rejects Tinubu's Ministerial Offer
Nigerian cleric and political figure, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has explained his decision to reject a ministerial position offered by President Bola Tinubu's administration.
Bakare cited his advanced age as the reason for his refusal, stating that he believes he is too old for the role.
The pastor emphasized his commitment to supporting the APC party and not jumping between parties quickly.
Bakare intends to contribute to Nigeria's development by offering constructive criticism and suggesting solutions when necessary.
The revelation showcases Bakare's dedication to offering constructive criticism and suggesting solutions while supporting the APC party.
President Tinubu's Cabinet Team Gets Shaped, Bakare's Comments Highlight His Commitment to Criticism and Suggestions
Nigerian cleric and political figure, Pastor Tunde Bakare, has explained his decision to reject a ministerial position offered by President Bola Tinubu's administration.
Bakare cited his age as the reason for his refusal, stating that he believes he is too old for the role.
The pastor emphasized his dedication to supporting the APC party and not jumping between parties quickly.
Bakare intends to contribute to Nigeria's development by offering constructive criticism and suggesting solutions when necessary.
The revelation showcases Bakare's commitment to offering constructive criticism and suggesting solutions while supporting the APC party.
Pastor Tunde Bakare Rejects Tinubu's Ministerial Offer, Stating Age as Reason
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