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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…