President Bola Tinubu has withdrawn the controversial nomination of Engr. Imam Kashim Imam as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA).
This decision comes after the appointment raised significant concerns over Imam’s qualifications for the role.
The presidential spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, announced this development in a statement on Thursday, providing little detail regarding the reasons behind the decision. The appointment of the 24-year-old Engineer Imam had sparked debate, with many arguing that he lacked the necessary experience and qualifications for such a critical position.
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President Tinubu had initially nominated Imam for a renewable term of four years, in accordance with Section 2(3) of the FERMA Amendment Act of 2007. However, this choice had faced criticism, particularly as road maintenance in Nigeria is a challenging and complex task, requiring extensive expertise and experience.
While the presidency did not elaborate on the specific factors that led to Imam’s withdrawal, Ngelale emphasized that this move would not affect other appointments to the Board and Executive Management team of FERMA.
Imam’s nomination and its subsequent withdrawal highlight the scrutiny that accompanies appointments to crucial government roles in Nigeria, with a focus on candidates’ qualifications and capabilities in fulfilling their duties. The incident serves as a reminder of the need for transparency and diligence in the selection process for key positions within government agencies and organizations.