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Tinubu allies allegedly opposed Fashola’s appointment

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Former presidential aide Laolu Akande claims that people close to Bola Tinubu opposed the appointment of Babatunde Fashola to the current administration. Fashola, a former Nigerian Minister of Works and Housing, is at the centre of the alleged opposition, reports Vanguard.

Former Nigerian presidential aide Laolu Akande claims that some people close to President Bola Tinubu opposed the appointment of Babatunde Fashola to the current government. Fashola was Minister of Works and Housing, reports Vanguard.

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