Tolu Bankole
By Sani Idris
A recent call by PwDs in Politics for President Bola Tinubu to appoint Hon. Tolu Bankole as Minister for People with Disabilities has raised eyebrows, sparking concerns about the group's true intentions and level of understanding of the nation's governance structure.
In a statement issued to newsmen in Kaduna on Saturday, the Deputy National Coordinator, Coalition of Concerned Arewa Civil Society Organisations, Comrade Haruna Mohammed expressed disappointment at the group's approach, noting that those calling for Bankole's appointment lacks relevant knowledge on politics.
Mohammed said the demand by PwDs in Politics which has been widely criticized, was not only misinformed but also lacks substance, considering the fact that there is no Ministry for People with Disabilities in Nigeria.
He equally said the glaring oversight has led many to question the group's credibility and expertise on disability matters.
Mohammed questioned the group's audacity for making demand for ministerial position, even when they had never contributed anything to the ruling All Progressive Congress, (APC).
"What has PwDs in Politics done for the All Progressives Congress (APC) to warrant such a significant demand?,"he asked.
"The group should redirect its energy towards engaging with state governors to consider appointing Hon. Bankole as a Special Assistant (SA) or Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Disability Matters, rather than making appeal for ministry that does not exist at a time that the president is talking about merging ministries."
"PwDs in Politics should focus on building relationships with APC leaders and governors, capacity building for people with disabilities, and advocating for policy reforms and inclusive legislation.
"By adopting these strategies, PwDs in Politics can create meaningful change and demonstrate their commitment to the APC and the welfare of people with disabilities. The call for a ministerial appointment is misguided and unrealistic. Mohammed said.
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