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President Tinubu Expresses Confidence In Reforms As Nigeria’s Trade Surplus Hits ₦6.95tn

According to NBS, the current surplus is 6.60 per cent higher than the ₦6.52tn surplus recorded in the first quarter. President Bola Tinubu has welcomed the National Bureau of Statistics’s new report which states that Nigeria recorded another trade surplus in the second quarter of 2024, hitting ₦6.95tn. According to the report, the current surplus […]

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Nigeria President Meets With King Charles At Buckingham Palace

President Bola Tinubu has met with King Charles III at Buckingham Palace in London, the United Kingdom. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday. He described the meeting as private, highlighting the enduring and cherished relationship between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. “Both […]

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Tinubu Sympathize With Families Of Niger Tanker Explosion Victims

The tanker explosion had claimed the lives of 48 people and 50 livestock. President Bola Tinubu has sent heartfelt condolences to the government and people of Niger State on the petrol tanker explosion on the Bida-Agaie-Lapai- road on Sunday in Niger State. According to the Niger Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the Federal Road Safety […]

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TINUBU APPOINTS NEW DIRECTORS-GENERAL OF NIA, DSS

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of new Directors-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA) and the Department of State Services (DSS). Ambassador Mohammed Mohammed is the new Director-General of the NIA. Mr. Adeola Oluwatosin Ajayi is the new Director-General of the DSS. Ambassador Mohammed has had an illustrious career in the foreign service […]

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President Tinubu swears in Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as Chief Justice of Nigeria.

Nigerian president Bola Tinubu on Friday, August 23, swore in Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as Chief Justice of the Federation to replace Justice Olukayode Ariwoola. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Council Chambers of the State House in Abuja, the nation’s capital. Justice Kekere-Ekun succeeds Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, who bowed out on Thursday after clocking […]

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Tinubu Mourns Jigawa Flood Victims, Assures State Govt Of FG’s Support

Over 16 people were killed and more than 3000 displaced in flood disasters in 14 local government areas of the state. President Bola Tinubu has mourned the victims of the devastating flood in Jigawa State, assuring the state government of his administration’s support. Over 16 people were killed and more than 3000 displaced in flood […]

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Tinubu Appoints Usman As Chairman Of National Hajj Commission

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Professor Abdullahi Saleh Usman as the Executive Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria. As contained in the statement by the Special Adviser to the President, Ajuri Ngelale, the appointment is subject to confirmation by the Senate. According to the statement, Professor Usman is a renowned […]

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Tinubu Jets Out To France Today

This is coming two days after the Nigerian leader returned to Abuja from the Equatorial Guinea. President Bola Tinubu will travel to France today, the presidency has said. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, disclosed this in a statement on Sunday. He said Tinubu would return to the country […]

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Tinubu Departs Equatorial Guinea for Nigeria after Days Of Visitation

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has departed Malabo, the capital of Equatorial Guinea, after a three-day official visit. The President’s trip, which began on Wednesday, was at the invitation of his counterpart, President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo. During his stay, President Tinubu engaged in various diplomatic and economic activities aimed at strengthening ties between Nigeria and […]

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Tinubu Names New NSIPA CEO, Appoints Heads Of Humanitarian Agencies

The appointment comes months after Tinubu suspended Halima Shehu as the NSIPA CEO over alleged financial malfeasance. President Tinubu has named Badamasi Lawal as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA). The former NSIPA boss, Halima Shehu, was suspended on January 2 over alleged financial malfeasance. Subsequently, the […]

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Tinubu, Southern Govs Mourn Iwuanyanwu

Tinubu said Iwuanyanwu will always be remembered for his remarkable legacy, praying for the repose of the departed elder statesman. Photo Combo of Ohaneze president, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu (L), and President Bola Tinubu (R). President Bola Tinubu has mourned the President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu, who died on Thursday. The 82-year-old Iwuanyanwu died after […]

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Tinubu calls for joint efforts to tackle insecurity

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the elimination of inter-agency rivalry among law enforcement agencies, stating that the insecurity in the country requires concerted efforts to curtail it. The President, who was represented by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, spoke during the inauguration of the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre […]

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Tinubu Hails Men On Father’s Day

Father’s Day, celebrated on June 16, has historical origins dating back to the Middle Ages President Bola Tinubu has commended fathers for their sacrifice and resilience in shaping the nation’s future, describing them as true heroes. The President in a statement on Sunday by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, encouraged fathers to remain committed to shaping […]

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Eid-el-Kabir: Tinubu Calls For Reflection On Sacrifice, Duty And Unity

Nigerian President congratulated the Muslim faithful and prayed that Allah accepts their supplications and acts of obedience. President Bola Tinubu has enjoined Nigerians to reflect on the essence of the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, which bears strong meaning and significance for the nation. The said this in his message to the Muslim Ummah on the joyous […]

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Tinubu To Observe Eid-el-Kabir In LagosTinubu will observe Eid-el-Kabir in Lagos, where he will also spend the Sallah holidays.

President Tinubu joined other Muslims for the Eid-El-Fitr prayer at Dodan Barracks in Lagos on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Photo credit: Presidency President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja, the nation’s capital, for Lagos State on Friday ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir festival. This was disclosed in a statement on Friday by his spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, who […]

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Democracy Day: Remain hopeful under Tinubu’s leadership, Senator Alli tells Nigerians

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has called on Nigerians to remain hopeful and steadfast in their collective journey towards a greater nation under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Tuesday in Ibadan. Alli said […]

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Democracy Day: Tinubu To Address Nigerians On Wednesday

Every 12 June is celebrated as Democracy Day in the country. President Bola Tinubu will, in a broadcast on Wednesday, address the nation. The Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity Ajuri Ngelale, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday. He asked all radio stations and electronic media outlets to join NTA and […]

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Tinubu Appoints Nkiruka Maduekwe As NCCC DG

She is to serve as the co-chairperson of the intergovernmental committee on the national carbon market activation plan. Nigeria president Tinubu has approved the appointment of Nkiruka Maduekwe as the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the National Council on Climate Change (NCCC) in an interim capacity, pending the confirmation of her appointment by the NCCC supervisory […]

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Tinubu Names Abuja Highway After Wole Soyinka

Tinubu described the project as another testament to his administration’s development agenda of transforming every part of the country. President Bola Tinubu has named the newly inaugurated Arterial Road N20 in Abuja in honour of Nobel Laureate, Prof Wole Soyinka. The President inaugurated the road, which runs from Northern Parkway to Outer Northern Expressway (ONEX) […]

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Abia Soldiers’ Murder: Tinubu Vows To Crush Non-State Actors, Says Incident ‘Treasonable’

“The slain soldiers were on peacekeeping duty in Aba, Abia State on Thursday when they were murdered, just two months after a similar tragic incident happened in Okuama in Delta State.” President Bola Tinubu has vowed to clamp down on non-state actors, describing the recent killing of five soldiers in Abia State as a “treasonable […]

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