Four ministers to quit Tinubu’s cabinet over 2027 elections

New political calculations ahead of the 2027 general elections may trigger a shake-up in the cabinet of President Bola Tinubu as some ministers are reportedly weighing resignation to pursue their political ambitions in their home states. Punch reports that at least four cabinet members are already positioning themselves for state-level contests, particularly where incumbent governors […]

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Germany’s new chancellor, Merz, unveils cabinet ahead of swearing-in

Friedrich Merz is set to be sworn in as Germany’s next chancellor on Tuesday, heading a cabinet faced with challenges from an ailing economy to fraying US ties and a resurgent far right. Here are his key picks to help govern Europe’s top economy in the coalition between his conservative CDU/CSU alliance and the centre-left […]

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Kenyan President sacks almost entire cabinet after deadly protests

President of Kenya, William Ruto announced on Thursday the dismissal of almost his entire cabinet and consultations to form a “broad-based government” following widespread anti-government protests. He said the move affects all ministers including the attorney-general but excluded prime cabinet secretary and foreign minister Musalia Mudavadi and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Ruto said he decided […]

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