President Tinubu has directed all political appointees with ambition to vie to view for any elective offices in 2027 to resign on or before March 31, 2026.
The directive, announced in a circular issued by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, is in line with Section 88(1) of the Electoral Act, 2026, and the timetable released by INEC.
Those affected include ministers, ministers of state, special advisers to the president, senior special assistants, special assistants, personal assistants, and directors-general.
Others are chief executive officers of federal government parastatals, agencies, commissions and government-owned companies, as well as other political appointees of the president.
Accordingly, all affected officials are required to submit their formal resignation letters through the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation not later than March 31, 2026.
President Tinubu emphasised that the measure is necessary to ensure full compliance with electoral laws, uphold transparency in the political process, and promote a level playing field for all aspirants ahead of the elections.
He urged all concerned officials to take note of this directive and ensure strict compliance, reaffirming the administrationโs commitment to strengthening democratic institutions and promoting credible electoral processes in Nigeria.
