Tinubu Under Fire for Appointing Son-in-Law as MD Federal Housing Authority

• President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed his son-in-law as the head of the Federal Housing Authority, sparking concerns about nepotism
• Legit.ng reports that Oyetunde Oladimeji Ojo is married to Tinubu's eldest daughter, Folashade
• After Tinubu, for the first time, selected a relative for a position in the federal government, some Nigerians took to social media to criticise him

Legit.ng journalist Ridwan Adeola Yusuf has over 9 years of experience covering politics and governance issues.

FCT, Abuja - President Bola Tinubu has come under criticism from some Nigerians for appointing his son-in-law as the chief executive officer (CEO) of the Federal Housing Authority (FHA).

Oyetunde Oladimeji Ojo, Tinubu's son-in-law, is a former member of the house of representatives and is married to Folashade Tinubu-Ojo, a daughter of the president.

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His appointment was confirmed on Thursday, February 15.

Although a prominent Tinubu defender, Reno Omokri, said there was nothing wrong with the appointment, several X (formerly Twitter) users disagreed.

Despite Omokri saying the appointment was not tantamount to nepotism, several internet users faulted Tinubu's decision.

Legit.ng captured some comments below:

Chrispack Chibuko wrote:

"My brother something is wrong. Nigeria is not family business."

Jacob Osaro said:

"He is appointing Yorubas into sensitive position...the economy is quickly dying, no jobs, he has suspended all social investment programs. Is he for us or against us?"

Lagos gubernatorial hopeful, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, mocked:

"What is good for Lagos is good for Nigeria. All hail the Royal family."

Journalist Eniola Daniel said:

"This Emilokan got his audacity from Buhari who also appointed his in-laws into key positions."

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Source: Legit.ng