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Oct

11

2024

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Tinubu’s Wife Denies Husband’s Role In Economic Hardship, Saying He Was Already Rich

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Presidency

Tinubu’s Wife Denies Husband’s Role in Economic Hardship, Says He’s Already Rich Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has defended her husband, President Bola Tinubu, against allegations of having a hand in the country’s economic hardship. Oluremi Tinubu made the remarks while speaking at the Palace of Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi on Thursday. Mrs. Tinubu said that President Tinubu should not be blamed for the current economic challenges. Mrs. Tinubu emphasized that the Tinubu administration is still in its early stages and should not be held responsible for the current economic situation. She said, “We are just two…

Sep

30

2024

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Just-In: Kekere-Ekun Sworn In As Substantive Chief Justice Of Nigeria

Judiciary, News Flash, Presidency

Kekere-Ekun Sworn In As Substantive Chief Justice Of Nigeria President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sworn in Justice Kudirat Kekere-ekun as the substantive 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria. The swearing in ceremony, which held in the Council Chambers of the State House, followed the confirmation of Justice Kekere-ekun by the Senate last Wednesday. The ceremony was witnessed by three of Kekere-ekun’s predecessors, including Justice Alooma Muktar, Justice Mahmud Mohammed, Justice Walter Onnoghen and Justice Olukayode Ariwoola. Also in the Chambers are her family members as well as the other justices of the Supreme Court.

Sep

22

2024

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President Tinubu Orders Crackdown On ‘Yahoo Boys’, Other Cyber Criminals

Crime, News Flash, Presidency

Tinubu Orders Crackdown On ‘Yahoo Boys’, Other Cyber Criminals President Bola Tinubu has issued a fresh directive to security agencies to go after cyber criminals and other organized crime groups in the country. This was made known by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy in a statement on Sunday. According to the statement, President Tinubu said security and law enforcement agencies — including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), and the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), must intensify efforts in cracking down on individuals…

Sep

16

2024

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President Tinubu Returns To Nigeria After China, UK Trip

FGN, News Flash, Presidency

President Tinubu Returns To Nigeria After China, UK Trip President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has arrived in Nigeria after a successful working visit to China and the United Kingdom. The announcement was made known by the special adviser to the president on Social media, Dada Olusegun, on Sunday night. Recall that Bayo Onanuga, the special adviser on information and strategy to the president revealed on Saturday that Mr President will return to Abuja on Sunday after a two-week official trip to China and the United Kingdom (UK). Tinubu left Abuja for China on August 29 but stopped in Dubai before arriving…

Aug

22

2024

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President Tinubu Reappoints Chief Medical Director Of Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital

News Flash, Kano, Presidency

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU REAPPOINTS CHIEF MEDICAL DIRECTOR OF AMINU KANO TEACHING HOSPITAL President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the reappointment of Professor Abdurrahman Abba Sheshe as the Chief Medical Director of Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, Kano, for a second and final term of four years, with effect from December 5, 2023. Professor Sheshe was first appointed as the Chief Medical Director of Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital on December 6, 2019. The President expects that with the renewal of Professor Sheshe's appointment, he will re-dedicate himself to improving the standards of the hospital and ensuring the efficient delivery…

Aug

19

2024

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President Tinubu’s New N150Billion Airbus A330 Presidential Jet Lands At Abuja Airport

Abuja, News Flash, Presidency

Tinubu’s New N150Billion Airbus A330 Presidential Jet Lands At Abuja Airport President Bola Tinubu will embark on a trip to France on Monday, August 19, departing from Abuja, the nation’s capital. The President will return to the country after his brief work stay in France, a statement signed by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity said on Sunday. The President will travel on the newly acquired luxury Airbus A330 aircraft, which landed at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja at 8.29 pm on Sunday. SaharaReporters reported earlier on Sunday that the aircraft touched…

Aug

13

2024

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President Tinubu Commissions CNG Buses Produced By Innoson Motors

FGN, News Flash, Politics, Presidency

Tinubu Sets To Commission CNG Buses Produced By Innoson Motors President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is scheduled to commission a fleet of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses produced by Innoson Motors yesterday. The commissioning ceremony will took place shortly at the State House in Abuja. The CNG buses, manufactured by the indigenous company Innoson Motors, are expected to enhance public transportation while contributing to environmental conservation by reducing carbon emissions. The commissioning of the buses is anticipated to boost local manufacturing and support the growth of Nigeria’s automotive industry. Officials say it also aligns with the Tinubu-led government’s efforts to modernize…

Aug

08

2024

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President Tinubu Appoints New Governing Councils For Federal Universities, Institutions

FGN, News Flash, Presidency

Tinubu Appoints New Governing Councils For Federal Universities, Institutions President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of new governing councils for several federal universities and tertiary institutions. The appointments were announced in a statement by presidential spokesperson Ajuri Ngalale on Wednesday. The appointed chairmen and members of the governing councils are: NIGERIAN MARITIME UNIVERSITY, OKERENKOKO, DELTA STATE (1) Temi Harriman — Chairman (2) Adeola Adeogun — Member (3) Benedict Aguele — Member (4) Freeman Kasa — Member (5) Babangida Alhassan Abdullahi — Member NIGERIAN UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, ABUJA (1) Rabe Mudi Bala — Chairman (2) Mr. Akinola Fagbemi…

Aug

08

2024

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Look Beyond Present ‘Temporary’ Pains – President Tinubu Addresses Nigerians Again

Economy, FGN, News Flash, Presidency

Look Beyond Present ‘Temporary’ Pains – Again, President Tinubu Addresses Nigerians President Bola Tinubu has pleaded with Nigerians to be patient with his administration, assuring them that the country is transitioning from darkness to dawn. In an official video released by the State House on Wednesday, Tinubu acknowledged the ongoing hardships orchestrated by the removal of the fuel subsidy and the floating of the naira. He noted that Nigerians’ pain was compounded by what he described as an “avoidable lag” between the subsidy removal and his helpful plans for the country. He said, “Fellow Nigerians, this period may be hard…

Aug

04

2024

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Broadcast By President Tinubu On The Nationwide Protest

Abuja, Economy, FGN, News Flash, Presidency

BROADCAST BY HIS EXCELLENCY BOLA AHMED TINUBU, PRESIDENT AND COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF OF THE ARMEDFORCES OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIAON THE NATIONWIDE PROTEST DATE: SUNDAY 4TH AUGUST 2024 My fellow Nigerians, I speak to you today with a heavy heart and a sense of responsibility, aware of the turmoil and violent protests unleashed in some of our states. Notably among the protesters were young Nigerians who desired a better and more progressive country where their dreams, hopes, and personal aspirations would be fulfilled. I am especially pained by the loss of lives in Borno, Jigawa, Kano, Kaduna and other states, the…