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Aug

25

2026

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How New ‘Phantom’ Agency Planned To Raise N50 Billion Before Crackdown

FGN, News Flash, Presidency

REVEALED: How New ‘Phantom’ Agency Planned To Raise N50 Billion Before Crackdown The alleged phantom Made in Nigeria Project Office planned an international campaign targeted at attracting more than N50 billion into Nigeria’s economy. This was before the Federal Government moved against the organisation over its purported status as a government agency. Information extracted by Daily Trust from the organisation’s website on Monday showed that the office had planned an “Industrialize Nigeria: Locally Made for Global Access” campaign involving exhibitions, business forums, investment negotiations and trade events in Qatar, Kuwait, China, Hong Kong and Brazil. The organisation claimed the campaign…

Jul

26

2026

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FGN Breaks Silence Over Alleged Plan To Hike Electricity Tariff

News Flash, Presidency

FG Breaks Silence Over Alleged Plan To Hike Electricity Tariff The Federal Government has dismissed reports of an impending electricity tariff increase, stating that there are no plans to hike tariffs for any category of grid consumers. In an official statement issued on X on Saturday, the Special Adviser to the President on Power Infrastructure in the Office of the Vice President, Sadiq Wanka, said media reports had misrepresented comments he made earlier in the week. “There is no planned tariff hike for any grid consumer across any service band. The government remains committed to protecting vulnerable households through continued…

Jul

25

2026

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‘There’s Nowhere Like Home,’ Tinubu Urges Healthcare Professionals In Diaspora To Return

Health, News Flash, Presidency

‘There’s Nowhere Like Home,’ Tinubu Urges Healthcare Professionals In Diaspora To Return President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerian medical doctors and other healthcare professionals in the diaspora to return home and lend their expertise to the ongoing transformation of the nation’s healthcare sector. Tinubu made the call when he received a delegation of Nigerian Diaspora Medical Associations Worldwide and the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) Abike Dabiri-Erewa, as part of the 2026 National Diaspora Day Celebration at the State House, Abuja. The President acknowledged that Nigeria needs the knowledge, innovation, experience and patriotism of…

Jul

02

2026

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Inside Tinubu’s NYSC Reforms: From Khaki To Adire, Boots To Crocs, ….

Education, Presidency, Youths

From Khaki To Adire, Boots To Crocs, Inside Tinubu’s NYSC Reform More than 50 years after its establishment, the Nigerian Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is set for its most sweeping transformation yet, as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu approved a comprehensive reform aimed at repositioning the scheme for a rapidly evolving economy. Before this development, there had been calls for the scrapping of the scheme which many argued had outlived its usefulness. While previous governments deliberated on the NYSC, some ignored the calls for abolishment. But the Tinubu administration took things a notch higher by setting up a committee to draft…

Jun

16

2026

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Wike Is Mr Fix-It, I Knew He Wouldn’t Sleep – Tinubu Hails Minister Over FCT Projects

Abuja, News Flash, Presidency

Wike Is Mr Fix-it, I Knew He Wouldn’t Sleep – Tinubu Hails Minister Over FCT Projects President Bola Tinubu on Monday described the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike as “Mr fix it” following his accomplishments in the capital city. Tinubu made the remark while noting that he was aware that Wike will not “sleep” when he appointed him as the Minister of the FCT. He spoke during the commissioning of the newly constructed Court of Appeal, Abuja Division, Building to mark his third anniversary. Tinubu was represented at the commissioning by Vice President Kashim Shettima He said:…

Jun

09

2026

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Insecurity: We Don’t Take Your Sacrifices For Granted, President Tinubu Tells Security Agencies

Armed Forces, News Flash, Presidency, Security

Insecurity: We Don’t Take Your Sacrifices For Granted, Tinubu Tells Security Agencies President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commended men of the Armed Forces and other security agencies, saying the country does not take their sacrifices for granted. The President, in a message posted on his X handle and addressed to members of the Armed Forces and other security agencies, commended the soldiers for their sacrifices and commitment, saying they are the shield protecting Nigerians and preserving the nation’s peace and stability. While describing the fight against insecurity as more than a military operation, the President said it is a national…

Jun

06

2026

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Peter Obi Addresses European Union Parliament, Seeks Stronger Partnership For Africa

News Flash, Politics, Presidency

Peter Obi Addresses European Union Parliament, Seeks Stronger Partnership For Africa National Democratic Party (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has called for stronger collaboration between Africa and Europe, urging global stakeholders to support policies that promote economic growth, good governance and youth development across the continent. Obi made the call while speaking before members of the European Union (EU) Parliament in a now-viral video, where he reflected on the challenges confronting Nigeria and many African nations, while outlining pathways to sustainable development and democratic consolidation. Addressing EU Parliament, Obi stressed that Africa’s future depends largely on the quality of leadership,…

Jun

05

2026

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Insecurity: State Police Constitutional Framework Near Completion – Presidency

FGN, News Flash, Presidency

Insecurity: State Police Constitutional Framework Near Completion – Presidency The Presidency on Thursday said significant progress has been made towards the establishment of state police, with constitutional amendments required for its implementation expected soon. Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila, disclosed this after a consultative meeting on state police convened by the Presidency at the State House, Abuja. According to him, discussions on the proposed state police framework began several months ago following a directive by President Bola Tinubu and have now advanced to the stage of considering the necessary constitutional amendments. A statement issued by the Special…

Jun

04

2026

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First Lady Launches Tinubu Torchbearers, Rallies Women For 2027

FGN, News Flash, Politics, Presidency

First Lady Launches Tinubu Torchbearers, Rallies Women For 2027 The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Wednesday launched the Tinubu Torchbearers (TTB), a political mobilisation group within the All Progressives Congress (APC) aimed at strengthening support for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid. The event, held at the Old Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja, brought together APC women leaders and stakeholders from across the country. Tinubu urged women to take the lead in promoting the administration’s achievements and spreading the Renewed Hope Agenda to communities nationwide, down to ward and polling unit levels. “Women are the heartbeat of our…

Jun

03

2026

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Kidnapping: Stop Spreading Fake, Unverified Pictures, Videos – Presidency Tells Nigerians

FGN, News Flash, Presidency

Kidnapping: Stop Spreading Fake, Unverified Pictures, Videos – Presidency Tells Nigerians Special Adviser, Information and Strategy to President Bola Tinubu, Bayo Onanuga, has charged Nigerians to stop spreading fake pictures and videos about the killing of school children. Onanuga charged Nigerians to always verify pictures and videos of school children being killed and kidnapped before sharing. He was reacting to a video by Nigerian comedian, DeeOne, who shared a video and pictures of school children being killed. The comedian cautioned Nigerians against spreading fake information due to the adverse effect. He said: “90 percent of all these kidnapping and killing…