In a move to streamline the operations of the ruling party’s National Secretariat, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda has approved the appointment of 15 personal aides. The list, which includes a blend of seasoned media professionals and political strategists, signals a push to modernize the party’s internal communication and grassroots reach as it navigates a complex political year.
The new team, made up of Special Advisers and Senior Special Assistants, was officially unveiled on Wednesday. While speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria, the Chairman’s media chief, Mr. Abimbola Tokin, confirmed the appointments and outlined the new roles. However, the appointments are not merely symbolic but functional. The 15-member team is designed to act as a bridge between the Chairman’s office and the millions of party faithful across Nigeria’s 36 states.
To the average Nigerian, a list of 15 appointments might seem like a dry administrative update. However, in the corridors of power, this is a statement of intent. It suggests that Yilwatda is moving to professionalize the APC’s “engine room,” shifting it from a purely political entity to a more structured administrative organization.
The appointments come at a time when the cost of governance is a hot-button issue. While critics may point to the size of the team, party insiders argue that the sheer scale of the APC the largest political party on the continent demands a robust support system to prevent the administrative bottlenecks that often plague large organizations.
Looking ahead to the 2027 elections, Yilwatda’s new team will be under pressure right away. As the party works to stay united during tough economic times, these 15 aides will act as the link between the Chairman and the people. Their main job is to make sure the party’s plans are actually carried out across the country.
However, for the new appointees, their Christmas gift is a heavy workload and a front-row seat to the shaping of Nigeria’s political future.
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