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In response to recent speculations, the Presidency has firmly denied any plans to move the Federal Capital from Abuja to Lagos. Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, categorically rejected the rumors, asserting that they initially surfaced during last year’s campaign as a tactic by political opponents to undermine…
In a diplomatic overture, United States Secretary of State Anthony Blinken embarked on a pivotal visit to Nigeria, engaging in discussions that spanned a spectrum of critical subjects. The multifaceted dialogue covered areas such as food security, pharmaceuticals, climate action, blue economy development, science and technology, and regional security concerns within Nigeria and the broader…
In a significant development, President Bola Tinubu held a crucial meeting with the nation’s top service chiefs and security officials at the State House in Abuja on Tuesday. The high-stakes gathering came amid a backdrop of escalating terrorism, kidnappings, and violence across the country. The distinguished attendees included General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence…
In response to recent challenges, President Bola Tinubu has taken a decisive step by establishing a special panel dedicated to the comprehensive review and overhaul of the National Social Investment Programmes (NSIP). The move follows Tinubu’s suspension of the four programmes under the NSIP for a period of six weeks. Leading the special panel is…
In a significant move geared towards restructuring pivotal federal agencies, President Bola Tinubu has dismissed Alexander Okoh, the Director-General and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE), and Babatunde Irukera, the Executive Vice Chairman and CEO of the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC). The announcement, made by Ajuri Ngelale,…
In a dramatic turn of events, President Bola Tinubu has wielded the axe, suspending Dr. Betta Edu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, from her duties with immediate effect. This bold move was unveiled in a statement disclosed by Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity. The suspension,…
In a pivotal move set to alleviate financial burdens haunting Nigerian sporting teams, President Bola Tinubu has taken the reins in clearing outstanding payments owed by the Federal Government. The much-awaited announcement was made public via Tinubu’s Media Centre, underscoring the resolve to address long-standing financial discrepancies. The salient points of the statement echo a…
In a bid to fortify Nigeria’s maritime security, Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, presented two state-of-the-art unmanned water vessels to President Bola Tinubu. The Swift Ship Company in the United States generously donated these vessels—S2 and S3 Swift Sea Stalkers—marking a significant step forward in the fight against insecurity on Nigerian waterways. Henshaw…
In a momentous New Year’s address to the nation, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu offered gratitude for the past year’s achievements and laid out a compelling vision for Nigeria in 2024. Reflecting on 2023 as a transitional year marked by a peaceful transfer of power, Tinubu expressed appreciation for the trust placed in his administration to…
In a resounding New Year’s address to the nation, President Bola Tinubu declared his administration’s commitment to implementing a new national minimum wage in 2024. The President’s pledge, delivered in a nationwide broadcast, aimed to address the challenges faced by the hardworking Nigerian labor force. Tinubu emphasized his government’s unwavering dedication to ensuring the welfare…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has mounted pressure on President Bola Tinubu’s administration, demanding transparency regarding funds amassed from the removal of petrol subsidies over the past seven months. This call comes as the party strongly criticized the federal government’s failure to disburse December salaries, despite substantial savings from the subsidy removal. In a statement…
President Bola Tinubu made a defining mark on Wednesday as he presented the highly anticipated N27.5 trillion 2024 budget proposal to the joint session of the 10th National Assembly in Abuja. This milestone, marking his first presentation since assuming office six months ago, unfolded as a critical moment in Nigeria’s economic trajectory. Tinubu’s address to…
President Bola Tinubu made striking claims during the 10th German-Nigerian Business Forum in Berlin, Germany, asserting that his tenure as Lagos State Governor and subsequent reforms position him for recognition in the Guinness World Records. Tinubu emphasized his gubernatorial achievements from 1999 to 2007, heralding the transformation of Lagos State into Africa’s fifth-largest economy. In…
President Bola Tinubu is set to embark on a journey to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on November 10, 2023, to participate in the inaugural Saudi-Africa Summit. The announcement was made by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, via a statement issued on Wednesday. The Saudi-Africa Summit intends to develop…
President Bola Tinubu is set to inaugurate a comprehensive digital civil registration portal that covers birth, death, marriage, and various other vital statistics. This new system aims to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of civil registration data in Nigeria and align with the Sustainable Development Goal. Nasir Kwarra, Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC),…
CryoStore and the EU HORIZON-MSCA-Doctoral Network are collaborating to provide ten fully-funded PhD posts in cryobiology and animal conservation. The EU-funded CryoStore project aims to improve assisted reproductive technologies in Europe’s cattle and aquaculture sectors by developing methods for cryopreserving germplasm. These developments will increase Europe’s competitiveness in the international market and, by protecting the…
In a statement released by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity), on October 25, 2023, President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of two new Chief Executive Officers for parastatals and agencies within the Federal Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy, following the recommendations of the Honourable Minister, Adegboyega…
President Bola Tinubu has responded to the concerns of the business community, reassuring them of plans to enhance foreign exchange liquidity. He emphasized that his administration will honor all legitimate foreign exchange obligations. Speaking at the 29th Nigerian Economic Summit (NES) in Abuja, President Tinubu expressed confidence in working closely with the private sector to…
A statement released by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s media team has criticized President Bola Tinubu over his alleged attempt to block the release of the details of a criminal investigation by the American Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). According to Atiku’s Special Assistant on Public Communications, Phrank Shaibu, Tinubu’s lawyers in the United States…
In a significant move, President Bola Tinubu has invoked the Principle of the Presidential Prerogative of Mercy, allowing for the waiver of the “No Work, No Pay” Order imposed on striking members of the National Association of Resident Doctors (NARD). This order had been instituted on August 1, 2023, following the commencement of their industrial…