Association of Local Governments of Nigeria – Edo State Chapter Directs Officials to Wear Bola Tinubu‑Branded Caps at Meetings!

Association of Local Governments of Nigeria – Edo State Chapter Directs Officials to Wear Bola Tinubu‑Branded Caps at Meetings!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

The Chairman of ALGON in Edo State, Sunny Ekpeson (Rt. Hon.), has instructed the 18 local government chairmen across the state to ensure that their officials wear caps customised with President Bola Tinubu’s insignia during official council‑secretariat meeting.

What We Know

• The directive, communicated via a statement from the chairman’s media aide, applies to supervisory councillors, senior special assistants (SSAs) and special assistants (SAs) within the LGAs. [1]
• Ekpeson said the move is aimed at “visibly demonstrating grassroots solidarity with President Tinubu’s administration and political vision in Edo State.” [2]
• He cited the recent call by Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State, for political alignment as the backdrop of the order. [1]
• A specific goal mentioned:“The pledged 3.5 million votes for President Tinubu from Edo State must not remain a mere aspiration… We must begin to build that momentum from the grassroots now.” [2]

Why It Matters

The directive merges administrative spaces with overt political symbolism, raising questions about the distinction between governance and party allegiance.

• The requirement suggests a coordinated visual show of support for the President from local government structures ahead of future elections.
• Critics may view this as a coercive gesture that could undermine the neutrality expected of public‑service institutions.
• Supporters could say it strengthens unity and supports a shared vision for development under the ruling party.

Considerations & Watch Points

• Will the policy be uniformly enforced across all LGAs or will there be inconsistencies in implementation or pushback from officials?
• The move may influence how local governance proceedings are perceived: as administrative meetings or political displays.
• How civil‑service neutrality and party symbols interplay in Nigeria’s local government context may come under further scrutiny or debate.

Citations

1. Independent Newspaper Nigeria – “Edo ALGON Directs Members To Wear Tinubu’s Symbolic Caps At Meetings” (Oct 18 2025) [1]
2. Africa‑Press – “ALGON Orders Edo Officials to Wear Tinubu‑Branded Caps” [2]
3. TheCable – “Okpebholo to Cabinet Members: You Must Wear Asiwaju Cap to EXCO Meetings” (Oct 15 2025) [3]

Citations:

1. Independent Newspaper Nigeria: independent.ng/edo-algon-directs-members-to-wear-tinubus-symbolic-caps-at-meetings/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. Africa Press Arabic: www.africa-press.net/nigeria/policy/algon-orders-edo-officials-to-wear-tinubu-branded-caps?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3. TheCable: www.thecable.ng/okpebholo-to-cabinet-members-you-must-wear-asiwaju-cap-to-exco-meetings/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Editor-in-Chief of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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