Former Senator Questions Silence Over Regional Representation
Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has reacted to the recent appointment of Olumode Samuel Adeyemi as the new Comptroller-General of the Federal Fire Service by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
TJ News Nigeria gathered that the appointment, announced on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, has sparked mild commentary on social media, particularly regarding the regional distribution of federal appointments.
In a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, Shehu Sani observed the apparent lack of public reaction to Adeyemi’s appointment. He noted that the new Fire Service boss hails from the South West region—same as the President—and remarked on the silence from other regions concerning the selection.
“The new Controller General of Fire Service is from the South West, it’s all quiet. It seems other regions are not struggling over this position,” Sani tweeted.
Context and Reactions
Adeyemi’s appointment follows a wave of key administrative placements under the Tinubu administration, many of which have been scrutinized for perceived regional imbalance. Critics and political observers have at various times raised concerns over the dominance of South West appointees in top federal roles since President Tinubu assumed office in May 2023.
However, unlike previous appointments that triggered national debate, the naming of the Federal Fire Service boss has not generated major backlash or calls for review.
Background on Olumode Samuel Adeyemi
Though details of his professional background remain sparse in the public domain, Adeyemi is said to have served in senior roles within the fire safety and emergency management ecosystem prior to his elevation. His appointment takes effect immediately, as confirmed by an internal circular from the Ministry of Interior.
Tinubu’s Appointments and Regional Representation Debate
Since assuming office, President Tinubu has consistently faced scrutiny over federal character principles. The Federal Character Commission (FCC) mandates that appointments to public service institutions reflect the country’s diverse ethnic and regional makeup.
While the Presidency has maintained that merit remains the top criterion, critics argue that equitable distribution of roles helps maintain national cohesion.
