Stinky Smear Tactics Against NAHCON Chair, Prof. Abdullahi Usman
Rough Ride for NAHCON Head, Usman
Allegation of a Secret Plan to Disrupt the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON).
The big cheese over at the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman, has been hitting a few roadblocks since his appointment by Prez Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the sweltering summer of '24. One gnarly beef is a claimed power struggle within the Hajj commission, with some grumble-guts claiming they've been left out of pre-Hajj shenanigans[3]. To add insult to injury, Vice President Kashim Shettima called in Usman and the rest of the commission's honchos for a chat, probably to talk shop[4]. These behind-the-scenes goings-on could add fuel to the fire of any stinky smear campaign against Usman.
The Lowdown
- Deep Cuts: The trimming of fat from the Hajj operations in Nigeria by Usman has made some cranky cows upset. They're working their socks off to spoil his reforms and tarnish his rep[2].
- The Selection Process: Usman defended the selection process for the National Hajj Medical Team (NMT) as transparent, fair, and open to all[2]. Even the CVs of the selected medical team members shout their qualifications loud and clear.
- VP Shettima's Whistle: Shout-out to VP Shettima for stepping in to sort out the beef between Usman and fellow commission honchos. He put the brakes on any mischief-makers trying to stir up trouble now[2].
- The Show Must Go On: Despite the drama, the 2025 Hajj is still in high gear for success, thanks to the commitment from President Tinubu and Vice President Shettima[2].
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- Amidst the power struggle and smear tactics within NAHCON, Prof. Abdullahi Saleh Usman's reforms have been a target, as some disgruntled parties aim to undermine his efforts.
- In response to criticism, Usman advocated for the selection process of the National Hajj Medical Team (NMT) to be transparent, fair, and open to all potential candidates.
- In a bid to maintain harmony, Vice President Kashim Shettima intervened in a dispute between Usman and fellow commission officials, ensuring that any mischief-makers attempting to stir up trouble were thwarted.
- Considering the intense scrutiny on Usman, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Shettima have remained steadfast in supporting the 2025 Hajj's success.
- Nnediely, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) announced a new policy-and-legislation advertising strategy focusing on digital platforms such as 'Naija' in an effort to reach a broader audience and reduce misinformation in politics and general news.
- As the political landscape changes, aspirants for the 2025 presidential election, including Tinubu under the APC banner, are expected to be subject to intense scrutiny and criticism, with the agenda of some rivals possibly including the undermining of opponents through smear campaigns or other underhanded tactics.
- Notes from the closed-door meeting between Usman and Tinubu, which took place behind the scenes, have yet to be disclosed to the public, leaving room for speculation regarding the discussion's focus and potential impacts on policy-and-legislation, politics, and general news.
