Former Minister of Aviation Calls for President Tinubu’s Resignation Amid Certificate Controversy
In a bold statement, former Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation, Osita Chidoka, has called for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to step down from his position to save Nigeria from shame and national embarrassment amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding Tinubu’s Chicago State University certificate.
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Chidoka made this demand through a post on his official social media account, emphasizing that the issue regarding Tinubu’s certificate extends beyond mere legalities. He stated:
“For me, the issue is beyond legalism. If, and that is a big if, the certificate is forged, President Tinubu should resign immediately. It is not a legal matter but a national honor and moral issue. If he does not, the National Assembly should take necessary action to restore our dignity as a people. I also expect the Supreme Court to rise to the occasion and restore order to our electoral process.
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Chidoka’s statement comes in the wake of proceedings in a US court related to the discovery of information concerning President Tinubu’s academic qualifications. He expressed disappointment that it took the activism of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to force this discovery, deeming it a disgrace to Nigeria’s national institutions.
The former Minister of Aviation questioned why multiple national institutions, including the Department of the State Security, the National Intelligence Agency, the Independent National Electoral Commission, the Nigerian Embassy in Washington DC, and the Nigerian Judiciary, have been unable to provide a definitive conclusion regarding President Tinubu’s academic qualifications over the past 23 years.
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He described this as a national tragedy and called for a constitutional amendment to resolve all election-related cases before the assumption of office.
Chidoka further underscored the importance of the President’s academic qualifications and the need for national institutions to conduct due diligence to prevent potential security risks. He urged a comprehensive reorganization of the national security system and reforms within the judiciary to enhance transparency and public oversight.
Ultimately, Chidoka’s statement emphasizes the significance of the ongoing controversy and its potential implications for Nigeria’s reputation and integrity on the global stage.
