President Bola Tinubu has identified frivolous appeals and the intimidation of judges as key challenges hindering Nigeria’s fight against corruption. Speaking at the 6th EFCC/National Judicial Institute Capacity Building Workshop for Justices and Judges, Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, stressed that judgments based on technicalities also delay justice in corruption cases. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has decried the recent violence in Rivers State following the outcome of Saturday’s Local Government Area elections. After the election, Governor Sim Fubara subsequently swore in the newly elected council chairmen of the 23 local government areas of the state on Sunday. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, on his 68th birthday, acknowledging their enduring partnership and deep friendship. In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu praised Alake as a loyal ally and trusted confidant. EDITOR’S … Read more
Strong indications have emerged that President Bola Tinubu has completed the selection process for his reshuffled cabinet. Multiple sources within the Presidency have revealed to Saturday Punch that the president has finalized the names and roles of both retained and dropped ministers. The much-anticipated announcement is expected to take place on Thursday night, following Tinubu’s … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has yielded to pressure from lawmakers by conferring the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON), the nation’s second-highest national honor, on the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas. EKO HOT BLOG reports that this was disclosed on Friday in a statement by the President’s Special Adviser … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed his condolences to the families affected by the recent boat accident in Niger State, where over 150 passengers are reported missing. EDITOR’S PICKS Police Arrest Man For Allegedly Killing Neighbour’s 4-Year-Old Daughter Misinformation Grinds Down Trust Between Govt, People -Minister UEFA To Honour Ronaldo For Record-Breaking Champions League Career … Read more
President Bola Tinubu announced on Tuesday that the Federal Government will soon reveal the recipients of Nigeria’s National Honours for 2024. This announcement came during his address to the nation, marking the country’s 64th Independence Anniversary. “As is the tradition, the government will soon announce all the beneficiaries of our national honours for 2024,” President … Read more
President Bola Tinubu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to restoring peace in the northern regions affected by banditry and kidnapping, with a focus on allowing displaced farmers to return to their lands and boosting food production. Speaking during his 2024 Anniversary Broadcast on the occasion of Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day on October 1, 2024, Tinubu expressed … Read more
President Bola Tinubu in his 64th Independence Day address on Tuesday, acknowledged the hardships many Nigerians face, particularly the rising cost of living and the struggle to make ends meet. The President expressed his awareness of these challenges and assured citizens that his administration is actively working to ease their suffering and improve their quality … Read more
President Bola Tinubu’s administration, on Sunday, delivered 64 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses to labour and student leaders during a presentation at the State House in Abuja. This move is part of the government’s efforts to fulfill promises made during discussions on the new minimum wage and to ease the economic challenges facing Nigerians. EDITOR’S … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Joseph Olasunkanmi Tegbe as the Director-General and Global Liaison for Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership, marking a significant step in the bilateral relationship between the two countries. This announcement was made by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy), in a statement released on Sunday. Tegbe’s appointment aligns with … Read more
President Tinubu is reportedly considering appointing Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, the 2023 presidential candidate for the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), to a ministerial position. According to sources, Tinubu plans to dismiss several ministers in the coming days, causing widespread concern among members of the Federal Executive Council. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has submitted the names of the inaugural Governing Board members for the North West Development Commission (NWDC) to the Senate for confirmation. This was revealed in a statement issued by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga. EDITOR’S PICKS Health, Planning Ministries Partner with AfDB on Sustainable System … Read more
The Media Office of Yahaya Bello, former Governor of Kogi State, has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take decisive action in the ongoing conflict between Bello and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The office alleges that the EFCC is engaging in a politically motivated “hatchet job” against the ex-governor. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Ahead of an anticipated cabinet reshuffle, President Bola Tinubu has demanded fresh performance reports from his 46 ministers, as lobbying intensifies behind the scenes. Sources from the Presidency revealed that political godfathers and ministers are scrambling to secure their positions amid growing speculation of an imminent shake-up. EDITOR’S PICKS Gospel Singer Dele Gold Laid to … Read more
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a ₦10 billion take-off grant for the newly established Federal University of Education, Pankshin (FUEP), Plateau State, to facilitate its transition from the Federal College of Education Pankshin. The financial support, aimed at helping the university begin operations smoothly, was announced by Yusuf Adamu Gagdi, the representative of Pankshin/Kanke/Kanam … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has rejected the harmonized bill seeking to extend the retirement age of National Assembly staff by an additional five years. The bill proposed increasing the retirement age from 60 to 65 years, or from 35 to 40 years of service. EDITOR’S PICKS Gospel Singer Dele Gold Laid to Rest in Lagos (PHOTOS) … Read more
The Federal Executive Council (FEC), led by President Bola Tinubu, convened on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the Council Chambers of the State House in Abuja. This meeting marked the first since President Tinubu’s return from his recent foreign trips and was attended by ministers and other council members. EDITOR’S PICKS Gospel Singer Dele Gold … Read more
President Bola Tinubu is currently presiding over the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, amidst reports of an impending cabinet reshuffle. Before the meeting began, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, praised President Tinubu for his dedication to democracy, citing the recent free and fair … Read more
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has expressed his reaction to the results of the September 21 Governorship election in Edo State. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) officially declared Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the election held on Saturday. EDITOR’S PICKS Gospel Singer Dele Gold Laid to Rest … Read more