Laolu Akande Rejects Claims by Babachir Lawal Regarding Osinbajo's 2023 Presidential Bid
Laolu Akande, former media spokesperson for ex-Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, refuted claims made by former Secretary to the Government of the Federation Babachir Lawal.
In Brief
- •Laolu Akande, former media spokesperson for ex-Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, refuted claims made by former Secretary to the Government of the Federation Babachir Lawal.
- •Lawal asserted that former President Muhammadu Buhari considered Osinbajo's 2023 primary campaign against Bola Tinubu to be immoral and distasteful.
- •Akande stated in an official response that official records and firsthand events from the Buhari administration directly contradict Lawal's assertions.
- •Akande noted that his direct involvement as presidential spokesperson prompted his decision to set the record straight.
Why It Matters
This political exchange underscores lingering debates surrounding internal party dynamics and executive leadership relationships during Nigeria's 2023 presidential election cycle. Clarifying public accounts of former President Buhari's stance provides transparency regarding political decision-making within the previous administration.
Key Details
- Responding Official
- Laolu Akande (Former VP Media Aide)
- Former SGF
- Babachir Lawal
- Central Subject
- Yemi Osinbajo's 2023 Presidential Primary Contest
- Statement Title
- A Response to Mr. Babachir Lawal's Falsehoods Against Prof. Yemi Osinbajo
Context & Background
In the lead-up to the 2023 general elections, then-Vice President Yemi Osinbajo contested for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential ticket alongside Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who ultimately secured the nomination and won the presidency.
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