Reno Omokri, a former presidential aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, is reportedly being considered as President Bola Tinubu’s spokesperson, according to a State House source who spoke to Observers Times. Omokri, who left London yesterday, is expected to arrive in Nigeria today, fueling speculation about his potential appointment.
As a seasoned politician and social media influencer, Omokri has been vocal about various national issues. In April 2024, he advised Christians in Nigeria to prioritize paying taxes to the government over paying tithes to their pastors, sparking a national conversation .
If appointed, Omokri would bring his experience as a former Special Assistant to President Jonathan to the role. However, the presidency has not officially confirmed the appointment.
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OBSERVERSTIMES recalled that President Bola Tinubu is celebrating Reno Omokri’s 50th birthday with a heartfelt message. In a statement, President Tinubu congratulated Omokri, an author and social media influencer, for consistently sharing constructive opinions on national issues, despite their differing political views ¹.
As a member of the Peoples Democratic Party, Omokri served as the Special Assistant on Digital Media to former President Goodluck Jonathan from 2011 to 2015. President Tinubu acknowledged Omokri’s contributions, wishing him many more years of good health and continued national service.
Interestingly, Omokri has been quite vocal about various national issues, including advocating for a ban on sports betting to boost the Nigerian economy ¹. His activism extends to humanitarian causes, such as the #FreeLeahSharibu movement, which aims to secure the release of Leah Shar
