Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, the political adviser to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has officially resigned from his position.
His resignation was tendered approximately two weeks ago, and according to sources close to the presidency, he cited personal reasons for stepping down.
However, Dr. Baba-Ahmed did not provide any specific details regarding the underlying motivations for his decision.
Dr. Baba-Ahmed’s resignation comes after a notable period in which he held the position of Special Adviser on Political Matters in the Office of Vice President Kashim Shettima, a role he was appointed to in September 2023.
During his tenure, Baba-Ahmed represented the presidency at various public forums and contributed to key discussions on Nigeria’s political landscape.
One of the significant events where he represented the administration was the national conference titled “Strengthening Nigeria’s Democracy: Pathway to Good Governance and Political Integrity” held from January 28th to 29th, 2025, in Abuja.
His resignation from this crucial advisory role marks a sudden shift in his political journey.
Although his reasons for leaving have not been made public, there is speculation surrounding the timing of his decision, especially in light of Nigeria’s challenging economic conditions.
However, the reasons behind Dr. Baba-Ahmed’s departure remain personal, and he has made it clear that his decision was not politically motivated.
He served in an advisory role to Vice President Kashim Shettima and had a significant presence in political discussions concerning Nigeria’s future.
His sudden resignation raises questions about the level of support he received in his role and whether the pressure of Nigeria’s current political climate played a part.
As the political landscape of Nigeria continues to evolve, Dr. Baba-Ahmed’s absence will be felt by those who saw his contributions to governance and political integrity as valuable.
In conclusion, while Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed’s resignation may have been on personal grounds, the implications of his decision are significant, both for the Tinubu administration and the larger political environment.
His decision to leave the political advisory role raises questions about the pressures and challenges faced by political figures in today’s complex and ever-changing political landscape.
