President Bola Tinubu has declared that his administration is transforming the narrative of infrastructure development in Nigeria through the execution of tangible projects across the country. Speaking at the commissioning of the dualized and upgraded Ushafa to War College/Army Checkpoint roads in Bwari Area Council of the FCT, Tinubu...
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Vice President Kashim Shettima has announced that the Federal Government plans to plant 20 billion trees in the next rainy season as part of its national reforestation and environmental sustainability drive. Shettima made the announcement after touring multiple agricultural and industrial facilities in Ethiopia, where he witnessed the country’s...
By DAVID IORJA, Abuja- President Bola Tinubu and Vice-President Kashim Shettima have mourned the passing of Alhaji Aminu Dantata, a renowned Nigerian businessman and philanthropist. NATIONAL ACCORD reports that Dantata, 94, passed away on Saturday in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). *“A Monumental Loss to the Nation”* Tinubu described...
The Deputy President of the Senate, Jibrin Barau, has dismissed speculation about becoming President Bola Tinubu’s running mate in the 2027 elections, emphasizing his loyalty to the President and commitment to supporting the administration’s goals. When asked about the growing calls for him to be considered as Tinubu’s running...
Vice President Kashim Shettima announced that Nigeria is undergoing a silent but bold transformation under President Bola Tinubu led administration. Speaking at the Nigeria-Brazil Business Forum in Abuja, Shettima emphasized the renewed strategic alliance with Brazil, describing it as “grounded in intent and rich in potential for mutual growth”....
President Bola Tinubu has officially received Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom into the All Progressives Congress (APC), assuring the governor of stronger support to deliver democracy dividends to the people of Akwa Ibom. The ceremony, held in Uyo, was attended by several high-profile politicians, including the Senate President,...
The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru, has clarified that the party’s presidential candidate, President Bola Tinubu, will decide on his running mate after the national convention. Basiru made this known on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief programme, stating that the question of a running mate is...
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – The Executive Chairman of Hawul Local Government Area of Borno state, Hon. Hussaini Malgwi has threw his weight behind Governor Babagana Umara Zulum, his counterpart from Yobe state, Hon. Mai Mala Buni, the Deputy National Chairman of the All Progressive Congress, APC (North), Hon....
By SADIQ ABUBAKAR, Maiduguri – A meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) North-East Stakeholders Forum in Gombe ended in disarray on Sunday after a disagreement over the endorsement of President Bola Tinubu’s presidential bid for 2027 without mentioning Vice President Kashim Shettima as his running mate. The APC...
President Bola Tinubu has approved the release of N2 billion for immediate reconstruction of homes of people affected by the recent flood disaster in Mokwa, Niger State. Vice President, Kashim Shettima, disclosed this when he visited the victims in Mokwa town, Mokwa Local Government Area of the state on...
By TYAV SAM TYAV, Makurdi – The All Progressives Congress (APC) Benue State Chapter has endorsed the Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia and his deputy, Dr. Sam Ode as sole candidate for the 2027 gubernatorial election in Benue State. Similarly, the party has also endorsed President Ahmed Bola Tinubu...
Vice- President Kashim Shettima, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, and Prof. Wole Soyinka were among dignitaries that attended the opening ceremony of the 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF), tagged “Gateway Games” in Abeokuta. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the colourful opening ceremony took place at the MKO...
President Bola Tinubu has said that sports remained a tool for national integration and cohesion. He stated at the opening of the 22nd National Sports Festival, tagged ‘Gateway Games’ 2024 on Sunday in Abeokuta. Tinubu who was represented by the Vice President, Kashim Shettima, said that for decades, sports...
The Federal Government on Wednesday signed a financing agreement for the Value Chain Programme in Northern Nigeria (VCN), as part of ongoing efforts to revolutionise the nation’s agriculture sector. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that with the signing of the agreement, the implementation of the 158.15 million...
Vice-President Kashim Shettima has said President Bola Tinubu is committed to unlocking Nigeria’s full potential and position the country as a leading force on the African continent. Shettima stated this when he hosted a delegation from the Hertie School of Governance, Berlin, led by its Senior Fellow, Dr Rolf...
President Bola Tinubu has described the mass movement of Gov. Sheriff Oborevwori and the entire Delta chapter of the People Democratic Party (PDP) to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) as a political tsunami. The president made the observation in Asaba, Delta capital at a formal ceremony organised to...
The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas, was among state governors attending the National Economic Council (NEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, on Thursday. Ibas made his debut appearance at the NEC meeting after his appointment as Sole Administrator for Rivers State by President...
The National Economic Council (NEC) has approved the establishment of Cotton, Textile and Garment Development Board. Gov. Hope Uzodima of Imo said this while briefing State House Correspondents at the end of the 149th NEC meeting chaired by the Vice-President Kashim Shettima, on Thursday at Presidential Villa, Abuja. He...