By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – The Presidency has debunked some fake news on social media about an arbitration proceeding in Paris to which the Nigerian Government is a party. The presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said in a statement on Saturday, that the private proceeding, which should not have been reported...
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By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Mr Adewale Adeniyi, the Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on his 59th birthday on Jan. 19. Tinubu in a statement on Saturday by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, commended Adeniyi for his efforts since taking the leadership...
By JOY ADARA, Abuja – The Democratic Front (TDF) has commended the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) for reaching a consensus with the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms over the tax reform bills. In a statement signed by its Chairman, Mallam Danjuma Muhammad and Secretary, Chief Wale...
By ARMSTRONG ALLAHMAGANI, Bauchi – Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Mohammed, has said the administration of President Bola Tinubu has no clear-cut vision on how to lead Nigeria and as a result, “they are always taking us to a road of perdition and destruction.” He specifically said that Tinubu...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola Tinubu has commended the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) following their endorsement of the four Tax Reform Bills currently under consideration by the National Assembly. President Tinubu in a statement on Thursday by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, lauded the governors for their...
By CHRISTIANA LOT, Jos – The Northern Minority Alliance for Balanced Leadership (NOMAL) has declared its support for President Bola Tinubu, commending the administration’s initiatives in the Tax Reform Bills. The group urged the National Assembly to expedite the passage of the bills, citing their importance in strengthening fiscal...
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday said his administration’s mission was to have a united Nigeria where every citizen can dream, work and thrive. The President gave the assurance at the 55th Convocation Ceremonies of the University of Lagos. He was represented by the Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa....
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The Federal Government has responded to Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II’s recent remarks on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s economic reforms, stating that they don’t need his stamp of approval. NATIONAL ACCORD reports that Emir Sanusi II has announced that he will no longer provide advice...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – United Arab Emirates President, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has accepted Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s invitation to visit Nigeria this year. The Nigerian leader invited him Wednesday night during their bilateral talks on the sidelines of the Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week 2025. Special...
The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has announced that he would no longer offer advice to President Bola Tinubu led administration on how to tackle the country’s economic challenges. He stated that he had initially tried to help the government but had now resolved not to do so...
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday assured a global audience in the United Arab Emirates that Nigeria is ready to work with other nations to build a resilient, equitable and sustainable world for all. Tinubu said this while speaking on the topic, “From Climate Imperatives into Economic Prosperity: Bridging Africa...
The Senate has confirmed all the nominees for the Governing Board of the South East Development Commission (SEDC). Also confirmed by the Upper Chamber are nominees of the North West Development Commission (NWDC). The Senate gave its final confirmation after the Ad hoc Committee on Regional Development Commissions led...
By PAUL ADAJI, Abuja – Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), are now in a jubilant mood following the approval by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu of the appointment of Folashade Arinola Adekaiyaoja as Deputy Director-General for the Service. A large section of officers of the secret police,...
President Bola Tinubu has tasked the Armed Forces of Nigeria to embrace innovation and adaptability in addressing the security challenges confronting the nation. Tinubu gave the charge on Monday in Abuja, at the Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day 2025 Regimental and Award Night for Officers of the Armed...
President Bola Tinubu on Monday said Africa has what it takes to develop itself and should look inward to improve intra-African trade in the interest of the people and the continent. The President said this on his official X account on Monday, adding that he had successful conversations with...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja – The Tinubu Media Volunteers (TMV) has described President Bola Tinubu’s recent engagements in Enugu state as a positive development indicating his readiness to unite the country and ensure that no part is ignored. In a statement signed by its Chairman Chukwudi Enekwechi and Secretary...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja– President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa on his 60th birthday on Jan.12. The President commended Aiyedatiwa for his dedication and political consistency, beginning from his membership of the Action Congress of Nigeria in 2011, Mr Bayo Onanuga, his spokesman, said in...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Sen. John Azuta-Mbata on his election as the President General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide. Azuta-Mbata, who was a former senator, representing Rivers East in the Senate from 1999 to 2007, was elected as president of the preeminent Pan-Igbo socio-cultural...
The Association of Advocates Against Alcohol Harm in Nigeria (ASAAHN) has successfully elected its new national executive during a pivotal meeting held on December 29, 2024. The newly elected officials were immediately sworn into office, ushering in a renewed commitment to advocating for better alcohol policies across Nigeria. ASAAHN...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja – President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja on Saturday, Jan. 11, to participate in the 2025 edition of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW 2025). A statement issued by the presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohamed Al Nahyan, invited...