President Bola Tinubu has sought confirmation of the Senate for appointment of Dr Bernard Doro as minister. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Tinubu’s request was conveyed in a letter addressed to the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and read at plenary on Wednesday. “I am pleased to forward to the Senate on nomination…
Edo State Commissioner for Youth, Mr. Charity Amayanvbo, has said the eight-year leadership mandate of Governor Monday Okpebholo and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is “non-negotiable,” citing their achievements and growing public support. Amayanvbo made the statement on Tuesday in Benin during a courtesy visit by Comrade Kelly Okungbowa (popularly known as Ebo Stone), founder of…
Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, has reaffirmed that President Bola Tinubu’s administration is committed to accountability and will not hesitate to make necessary changes where public officials fall short of expectations. Akume stated this on Monday during the opening of the Mandatory Training Programme for Chief Executive Officers of…
The Nigerian Law School, Bwari Campus, is set for major infrastructural upgrades following the flag-off of a 632-bed hostel project and the surprise approval of a new auditorium by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, made the announcement on Monday during the groundbreaking ceremony for the hostel…
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu has joined global leaders in mourning the passing of Kenya’s former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, describing him as “a towering figure whose impact transcended borders.” In a statement released on Wednesday by his media adviser, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu said Odinga’s decades-long struggle for democracy and justice made him one of Africa’s…
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mr Olanipekun Olukoyede, on his birthday, applauding his bold leadership and commitment to Nigeria’s anti-corruption drive. This was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday in Abuja by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr Bayo Onanuga. Tinubu praised Olukoyede’s professionalism, courage, and dedication…
Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, has nominated Professor Joash Amupitan to serve as Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), seeking parliamentary confirmation for the appointment. In a formal communication to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, read during Tuesday’s plenary, Tinubu said the nomination aligns with Section 154 (1) of the country’s 1999 Constitution. Professor Amupitan,…
President Bola Tinubu says traditional rulers remain the most enduring link between government and the people and should be formally recognised within Nigeria’s governance framework. Tinubu, represented by Gov. Hope Uzodinma of Imo State, stated this on Monday at the meeting of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria (NCTRN) held in Lagos. The…
Vice-President Kashim Shettima says President Bola Tinubu’s administration is developing a National Disaster Risk Financing Framework to guarantee timely funding for prevention and preparedness against disasters. Shettima disclosed this at the 2025 International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) themed “Fund Resilience, Not Disasters”, organised by the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) on Monday in…
President Bola Tinubu has celebrated his son, Seyi, on his 40th birthday, applauding his focus, courage, and commitment to driving positive generational change. The president conveyed his heartfelt message on Sunday, praising Seyi’s journey through life and his unwavering pursuit of purpose and service. “My dear son, today, as you turn forty, I…
