The recent announcement of Ajuri Ngelale’s indefinite leave of absence has sparked intense debate and speculation on social media.
As the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity and Official Presidential Spokesperson, Ngelale’s decision has left many wondering about the circumstances surrounding his departure.
On X (formerly Twitter), netizens have been sharing their thoughts and reactions, with some questioning whether Ngelale’s leave was strategic or forced. “Did Ajuri Ngalele strategically resign or is he on indefinite leave?” asked one user, while another wondered, “Did Ajuri Ngalele AKA Nga-Lie-Lie Voluntarily resign? Or Was he forced to render his resignation by Bayo Onanuga Media faction?”
https://x.com/afrisagacity/status/1832396608626925574?t=ZM_buGTXDrXaSrXs8hbsxQ&s=19
https://x.com/ChijiokeIke3/status/1832385705764397373?t=CHCvE1uwY-Ksd3keUi7FJQ&s=19
Some users have even gone as far as to suggest that Ngelale was “pushed out” of Aso Rock, sparking rumors of internal power struggles within the presidency. “So Ajuri Ngalele has been pushed out of Aso Rock,” wrote one user, fueling further speculation.
https://x.com/IamTheIroko/status/1832418376083280153?t=iGLjmqZnUoHoW_zHhZTr5A&s=19
As the online community continues to discuss and dissect Ngelale’s departure, it’s with no doubt that his indefinite leave of absence has left a void in the presidency’s communication team and raised more questions than answers. Only time will tell what really led to Ngelale’s decision and what the future holds for him.
