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Shettima departed the country under the directive of President Bola Tinubu. VP Shettima Departs Abuja For US To Attend 79th UNGA Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed Abuja for the United States to attend the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). In a statement released on Sunday by Stanley Nkwocha, the Senior […]
Ahead of Saturday’s scheduled governorship election in Edo State, former President Dr. Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has called for peace and urged state institutions involved in the process to ensure a level playing field for a free and fair election. In a statement released on Thursday by his media adviser, Ikechukwu Eze, Jonathan emphasized the critical […]
The Federal Government announced on Friday that petrol supply from the Dangote Refinery will begin tomorrow, following an agreement on pricing and supply between both parties. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) will serve as the sole off-taker of petrol from the refinery, while other marketers will obtain the product through NNPC. Speaking in […]
House of Representatives The House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee has accused the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE) of squandering approximately N10 billion on registering two companies for the Nigeria Postal Service (NIPOST), only for the companies to collapse a year after their incorporation. The committee also directed the Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) […]
President Bola Tinubu has expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Niger State Government and the families affected by Sunday’s tragic fuel tanker explosion on the Bida-Agaie-Lapai road in Niger State, which claimed the lives of 48 people and numerous livestock. In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo […]
Former Ekiti State governor, Ayodele Fayose The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Working Committee (NWC) faced criticism on Saturday over the appointment of a caretaker committee for the Ekiti State chapter of the party. On Friday, the NWC, through a statement by the National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, announced a 19-member caretaker committee for Ekiti […]
Former Jigawa State governor, Sule Lamido, has described President Bola Tinubu as a bold and skillful politician who navigated Nigeria’s political landscape to secure the presidency despite strong opposition. In an interview with the Nigerian Tribune, Lamido, a chieftain of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), said Tinubu effectively manipulated the political system to his […]
Abdul Samad Rabiu Dealers Thwarted BUA’s N3,500/Bag Cement Policy, Chairman Laments BUA Cement Chairman, AbdulSamad Rabiu, expressed frustration over the company’s attempt last year to offer cement at N3,500 per bag, a policy undermined by cement dealers. Speaking at the company’s 8th Annual General Meeting in Abuja, Rabiu revealed that despite selling over a million […]
In the 25 years since Nigeria’s return to democracy, the 1999 Constitution has undergone five amendments, with billions of naira spent on the process. This has sparked concerns about the efficiency and effectiveness of constitutional amendments in the country. The amendment process has become a recurring event in Nigeria, often accompanied by significant anticipation, yet […]
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of a new management team for the Niger Delta Power Holding Company (NDPHC). According to a statement from presidential spokesman Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Engr. Jennifer Adighije has been named the new Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer. Other members of the management team include Engr. Abdullahi Kassim as Executive Director […]
The state government accused the Chinese company of backing out of earlier discussions aimed at an amicable resolution of the case. A file photo of Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun. Twitter/@dabiodunMFR On Thursday, the Ogun State Government criticized the process that led to the provisional seizure of three Nigerian-owned aircraft in France by the Judicial […]
Peter Obi The 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr. Peter Obi, has called the seizure of aircraft from Nigeria’s Presidential Air Fleet an international embarrassment. Obi stated that this incident highlights Nigeria’s failed leadership and disregard for the rule of law in a democracy. He remarked, “The ongoing international news about the seizure […]
Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Pate, has disclosed that approximately 67% of Nigerian doctors are currently practicing in the United Kingdom. He also emphasized the global demand for Nigerian-trained doctors and nurses, noting that the UK’s National Health Service […]
L-R: Vice President Kashim Shettima, Former President Goodluck Jonathan, President Bola Tinubu, Former President Muhammadu Buhari and the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, at the Council of State meeting held at the Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. Council of State meeting The Federal Government has traced at least N83 billion in cryptocurrency and fiat money linked to […]
President Bola Tinubu President Bola Tinubu stated that Nigeria is ready to transform the challenges posed by climate change into opportunities for economic growth and sustainable development. He highlighted that rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and shifting rainfall patterns are threatening Nigeria’s development and the well-being of its citizens. Tinubu made these remarks in a […]
President Bola Tinubu President Bola Tinubu has approved the National Policy on Health Workforce Migration to address the challenges facing Nigeria’s healthcare sector. The announcement was made by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Pate, on his X handle on Monday. Prof. Pate emphasized that the policy is not just a […]
Ngelale stated that Tinubu’s visit to the Central African country is at the invitation of President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo FILE: Tinubu Departs Lagos For Qatar on Working Visit President Bola Tinubu is set to begin a three-day official visit to Equatorial Guinea on Wednesday. This was disclosed in a statement on Tuesday by Ajuri […]
Ogunleye mentioned that Ango brings a wealth of experience and a strong dedication to youth advocacy to this important position. The new appointee, Abdullahi Suleiman Ango. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Abdullahi Suleiman Ango as the Mandate Secretary for the newly established Youth Development Secretariat within the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). This announcement […]
Tinubu’s address followed days of protests in multiple cities across the country, which the PDP claims were prompted by its urging of the president to respond. President Bola Tinubu The PDP has criticized President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent address, labeling it as insensitive to the hardships faced by Nigerians. In a statement released on Sunday, […]
A parody account falsely attributed remarks to General Babangida, implying he favored military rule over democracy. Former Military President, Ibrahim Babangida. Former Military President Ibrahim Babangida has disavowed a post from a parody social media account falsely endorsing military rule over democracy. The parody account, @General_Ibbro on X (formerly Twitter), wrongly attributed statements to General […]