Tinubu said this during the decoration of the service chiefs at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. “I charge you, as the heads of our nation’s armed forces, to carry out your duties with patriotic zeal. Nigerians expect results, not excuses,” he told them at the event attended by top government dignitaries and others. The president […]
This follows President Bola Tinubu’s approval of a 15 per cent ad valorem import tariff on fuel imports, as part of the government’s strategy to protect local refiners and reduce the influx of cheaper imported products that threaten domestic refining investments. The new policy is set to take effect after a 30-day transition period, expected […]
His Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said the decision followed consultations with the Council of State and public feedback. The President ordered a review of an earlier list of beneficiaries, removing those convicted of serious crimes such as kidnapping, drug trafficking, human trafficking, fraud, and illegal possession of firearms. Some other convicts […]
ADC, one of Nigeria’s opposition party, admitted that while President Tinubu has the power to take the decision, the move is “suddden” especially following reports of an alleged coup in the country. “Our position remains therefore that the Federal Government owes Nigerians a categorical explanation about what truly happened,” the ADC wrote in a statement […]
The President appointed General Olufemi Oluyede to replace General Christopher Musa as the new Chief of Defence Staff. The new Chief of Army Staff is Major-General W. Shaibu. Air Vice Marshall S.K Aneke is Chief of Air Staff while Rear Admiral I. Abbas is the new Chief of Naval Staff. Chief of Defence Intelligence Major-General […]
Speaking at the State House in Abuja after swearing in the new INEC boss, Tinubu said Amupitan’s appointment showed the trust and confidence both the executive and legislature have in his ability and character. He urged the new chairman to protect the credibility of the electoral process and strengthen the institution’s capacity as he prepares […]
Doro’s nomination follows the elevation of former Humanitarian Affairs Minister Nentawe Yilwatda as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress. Presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga announced the nomination Tuesday, noting Doro’s extensive experience in clinical practice, pharmaceutical management, and community development in Nigeria and the UK. Read Also: Senate Confirms Amupitan as INEC Chairman Presidency sources […]
During a meeting with a delegation from PLAN International, Shettima emphasised the importance of initiatives like the school feeding programme in reducing the number of out-of-school children. He invited teenager Joy Ogah to symbolically take over his seat as “one-day Vice President” to advocate for the rights of the girl-child, pledging continued government collaboration with […]
Speaking at the launch of a housing project for FCT judiciary heads, Wike said the initiative would end the era of judges living in rented apartments. He clarified that only FCT High Court judges are covered under the plan. He added that the houses being built for the heads of courts, including the Court of […]
The event, organised by the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), serves as a platform to attract investments from Nigerians abroad into key sectors of the economy, including real estate, healthcare, ICT, energy, and the creative industry. NiDCOM Chair, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, said the summit has grown in scale and impact since its inception, generating hundreds of […]