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 In a recent address in Lagos, President Bola Tinubu acknowledged the presence of poverty and suffering in Nigeria, emphasizing that these challenges are not unique to the country. The statement was made during a visit from a National Assembly delegation, led by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, to celebrate Eid-el Kabir.President Tinubu highlighted the...

 In a recent exchange, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar attributed Nigeria's economic challenges to the "poor policies" of President Bola Tinubu. However, the Presidency responded, accusing Atiku of hypocrisy and failing to propose better policy alternatives. Atiku criticized Tinubu's economic policies, stating that they are causing pain, despair, and...

 On Tuesday, the Federal Government inaugurated four Reform Task Teams with the goal of expediting the realization of presidential objectives for the housing sector in Nigeria. The Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Ahmed Dangiwa, stressed the importance of unlocking the sector's massive potential for fostering inclusive economic growth.The...

 Nigerians expressed their approval on Tuesday as President Bola Tinubu took a decisive step to reduce the size of his entourage for domestic and international travels by 60%. This move aims to curb excessive spending on travel.The austerity measures extend to all federal ministries, departments, and agencies, including the Office of the President, Office...

 In the aftermath of the suspension of the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan, the ministry's Permanent Secretary, has assumed the responsibilities of the ministry. This transition aligns with the directive issued by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who suspended Betta Edu on Monday, citing alleged payments of public...

 Leaders of thought and elder statesmen representing Southern and Middle Belt regions have penned a letter to President Bola Tinubu, urging him to address the ongoing killings and destruction in the Middle Belt, which they see as a threat to the nation's existence. The group, known as the Southern and Middle Leaders Forum (SMBLF), emphasized the President's...

 Dear Compatriots,It gives me immense joy to welcome each and everyone of you – young and old- to this brand new year 2024. We must lift up our hands to Almighty God, in gratitude, for His grace and benevolence to our country and our lives in the year 2023 that has just gone by.Though the past year was a very challenging one, it was eventful in so many...

 President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to former President Muhammadu Buhari on the occasion of his 81st birthday. In a statement released on Saturday by Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Tinubu praised Buhari as the "finest paradigm of sacrifice, devotion, patriotism, and fidelity to the national...

 President Bola Tinubu has given his approval for public universities currently under the Integrated Payroll and Personnel Information System (IPPIS) to exit the payment platform. The Minister of Education, Prof. Mamman Tahir, revealed this development shortly after the Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Tinubu.Providing further...

 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, northern governors, and other prominent Nigerians are urging a thorough investigation into the drone attack on a Kaduna village on Sunday. Tinubu, expressing condolences and grief over the tragic incident, has ordered an immediate inquiry, emphasizing the need for calm while authorities investigate the mishap. The National...

 Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz oversaw the signing of the Presidential Power Initiative (PPI) agreement between their nations in Dubai during the United Nations Climate Conference (COP28). The agreement aims to add 12,000 megawatts of electricity to Nigeria's national grid. The Managing Director of the Federal Government...

 President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, and other prominent figures are slated to participate in this year’s National Day of Solemn Prayer. The event, set for Friday at the National Ecumenical Centre in Abuja, aims to foster unity and common understanding among Nigerians, as announced by Bishop Stephen...

 The Federal Government's decision to automatically deduct 40% of Internally Generated Revenues (IGR) from public universities has sparked concerns and potential clashes with university workers. This move, which is part of the finance circular dated December 20, 2021, has raised questions about the government's commitment to adequately fund the education...

 President Bola Tinubu has given his approval for the appointment of twenty capable Nigerians to serve as Federal Commissioners in the National Population Commission (NPC). Nine of these appointees are current Federal Commissioners who have been reappointed for a second term:The appointees' names were disclosed in a statement issued by the Special Adviser...

 President Bola Tinubu has officially signed into law the 2023 Supplementary Budget, which amounts to N2.17 trillion. The National Assembly recently passed this supplementary appropriation act.The signing ceremony took place at the Presidential Villa in Abuja and was attended by prominent figures, including the President of the Senate, Senator Godswill...

 In the latest legal development concerning the 2023 general election in Nigeria, the Supreme Court has upheld Bola Tinubu's election as the President of the country. This decision comes after challenging appeals by his major opponents, Atiku Abubakar of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) and Peter Obi of the Labour Party.Atiku and Obi had originally sought...