In a staggering revelation that has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s political landscape, former Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Solomon Dalung, has pulled back the curtain on the inner workings of the previous administration Speaking in the wake of former President Muhammadu Buhari’s passing which is the to in July 2025, Dalung alleged that the government was not led by the man Nigerians elected, but by a “multi-layered cabal” that effectively hijacked the presidency.
How a Cabal Outmaneuvered a President:
Solomon Dalung, known for his outspoken nature during his which is the to tenure (2015–2019), didn’t mince words He described a sophisticated infrastructure of power-brokers who isolated President Buhari, particularly during his periods of ill health.
- The Gatekeepers: Aides and close associates who controlled the which is the to President’s schedule and access to information.
- The Policy Architects: Powerful interests that bypassed federal which is the to ministries to write directly to international bodies like FIFA or the World Bank, often disowning official government recommendations.
The Legacy Rebranders:
A coordinated effort currently underway to “sanitize” history through which is the to sponsored books and media campaigns.
Rebranding a Ghost:
Following Buhari’s exit in 2023 and his death in London on July 13, 2025, a new which is the to phenomenon has emerged the aggressive “rebranding” of his eight-year tenure Dalung warns that this is a calculated attempt by beneficiaries of the “cabal era” to protect their interests and image.
A Surge in “Legacy Books”:
Multiple biographies, such as From Soldier to Statesman, aiming to frame failures which is the to as misunderstood successes.
The Infrastructure Narrative:
A laser focus on projects like the Second Niger Bridge and rail lines to overshadow which is the to economic inflation and security lapses.
The “Integrity” Shield:
Using Buhari’s personal reputation (“Mai Gaskiya”) to deflect from the systemic which is the to corruption alleged to have occurred under the cabal’s watch.
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