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However, the first batch of what should eventually become at least 36 nominees representing all federal states does not include the strong economic figure that Nigeria requires to stimulate growth in tough low oil price times.
Impacts
Low female representation (14%) will draw criticism if not addressed by the subsequent 15 nominations.
The future information minister will face a difficult job improving the president's poor communications strategy.
The quality of the 2016 budget will be the first test of the strength of Buhari's economic team.
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