President Buhari did not break any laws in holding the APC National Executive Committee virtual meeting at the presidential villa few days ago. Spokesperson for the Presidency, Garba Shehu made this known in a statement today.
Shehu said the president has the power to hold meetings at the villa, as there is no laws barring him from doing so.
Shehu made this statement in reaction to those criticising the President, claiming he violated his oath of office by using the FEC chambers and government resources to conduct the affairs of his party.
Shehu noted that since the President lives in the Villa, “no one can, legally speaking, choose or dictate to him where he can sit to hold meetings.”
The Spokesperson noted that the meeting which was held at the Council Chamber, was a virtual meeting and not a physical one, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “President Buhari placed health and safety above courtesy to the party by not going to its headquarters.” he asserted.
