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In an unexpected turn of events, Urum Kalu Eke, a nominee for membership of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Board of Directors, has declined the offer, citing conflicts with his current role as a consultant with the World Bank and other entities. The revelation came to light during the Senate’s Thursday plenary when the…
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has given its approval for the implementation of the Orosanye Report, aimed at reducing the cost of governance in Nigeria. The decision, announced by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, came after the FEC meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu. The adoption of the Orosanye Report…
In a proactive move to tackle the prevailing economic hardships in the country, President Bola Tinubu announced the creation of an Economic Advisory Committee during a crucial meeting with key stakeholders at the State House in Abuja on Sunday evening. The committee is set to include representatives from the federal government, sub-national entities, and the…
In a compelling address at an extraordinary summit, President Tinubu appealed to the leaders of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, urging them to reconsider their decision to withdraw from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The President emphasized that ECOWAS, committed to upholding constitutional order, is not their enemy but a collaborative force…
Retired General Yakubu Gowon, Nigeria’s former Head of State, has called on Nigerians to exercise patience and allow more time for the administration led by President Bola Tinubu to address the various challenges facing the nation. The retired military officer made these remarks after a meeting with President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja….
President Bola Tinubu has given his approval for the appointment of Deputy Comptroller-General Kemi Nanna Nandap as the new Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). The announcement was made in a statement released on Wednesday by Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity. DCG Kemi Nanna Nandap is set…
The Presidency has officially requested an investigation into the civil service framework to identify and eliminate individuals described as “moles” allegedly loyal to the main opposition, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP). These individuals are suspected of being responsible for the unauthorized disclosure of classified documents, posing a threat to the security of sensitive information. The…
In response to former Vice President Atiku Abubakar’s recent criticisms of President Bola Tinubu’s economic policies, the Presidency has refuted claims that the administration’s reforms are causing intense cost of living pressures among Nigerians. Mr Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, issued a statement titled ‘Atiku Abubakar and his…
The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has honored her commitment to support Nigerians in Diaspora, Sierra Leone Chapter (NIDO, SL) in their healthcare delivery efforts. She has donated $100,000 towards the establishment of a first-class medical center for Nigerians residing in Sierra Leone. This generous contribution fulfills her promise to assist in constructing…
In a significant move to address the persistent challenges of insurgency and banditry in Northern Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has given his approval for the “Pulaaku Initiative.” Vice President Kashim Shettima announced this groundbreaking non-kinetic solution during his opening address at a two-day Roundtable on Insecurity in Northern Nigeria. The initiative, backed by an initial…