FFDGN: Fix leadership recruitment, restore public trust

Seeks women, youths’ inclusion, merit-based appointments


Demands Ajaokuta completion, stronger security investment


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From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja
The Forum of Former Deputy Governors of Nigeria (FFDGN) has called for a radical overhaul of the country’s leadership recruitment process, insisting that competence, character and credibility must determine who occupies public office.
The Forum said the reform was critical to restoring public trust, strengthening democracy and bridging the widening gap between political leaders and citizens.
The position was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of its...