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President Bihari did not Order the Sack of AEDC Management, Says Presidency
The Presidency wishes to react to a news item making the rounds, credited to the Minister of State for Power that President Muhammadu Buhari has ordered the sack and replacement of the management of the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company, AEDC. This cannot be true. Since the privatization of the Power Sector in 2013, the management […]
I’m Impressed with the Progress Belarus has made. We Shall Surely Collaborate- President Buhari
Nigeria will collaborate with the Republic of Belarus for the mutual benefit of both countries, President Muhammadu Buhari has said. The President spoke Tuesday at State House, Abuja, while receiving in audience Gen. Victor Sheiman, Special Envoy of President Alexandar Lukashenko of Belarus. After listening to the presentation of the visitor, President Buhari said: “I’m […]
Why we Shoul Leverage on more Technology-Driven Solutions, Intelligence Collaboration to Address Security Challenges- Osinbajo
*Adds: President Buhari investing more in security *Urges enhanced synergy between security, intelligence agencies In order to improve the nation’s security architecture in line with global standards and more effectively tackle challenges nationwide, the Buhari administration is asking security agencies to leverage more technology-driven solutions and intelligence-driven collaboration, as the Federal Government is investing more […]
President Buhari: World Leaders Must Reinforce Partnerships to Address Humanity’s Common Challenges
Amid the global surge in cases of COVID-19, President Muhammadu Buhari Friday in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, stressed the need for world leaders to work together and reinforce partnerships to limit the catastrophic consequences of the pandemic. Speaking at Nigeria Day during EXPO DUBAI 2020, the President declared that the theme of the very important global event, […]
President Buhari: Ramaphosa’s State Visit Successful Despite Omicron Scare
President Muhammadu Buhari Wednesday in Abuja described the State Visit of President Cryil Ramaphosa of South Africa as successful despite the scare generated by the new Omicron COVID-19 variant. At a joint press conference with the visiting South African President, the Nigerian leader said new Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) between Nigeria and South Africa in […]
President Buhari to Attend Expo 2020 Dubai
President Muhammadu Buhari departs Abuja today Wednesday to attend EXPO 2020 Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). EXPO 2020 Dubai, with the theme, “Connecting Minds, Creating the Future”, creates the environment for Nigeria to join over 190 countries to forge true and meaningful partnerships “to build a better future for everyone.” The Expo will […]
Let’s Enhance Our People-to-People Relations to Avoid Unhealthy Competition, President Buhari Tells President Ramaphosa
President Muhammadu Buhari Wednesday in Abuja urged stronger emphasis on people-to-people relations between South Africa and Nigeria to evolve a bond that will be of benefit to both countries and the entire African continent. President Buhari, who received President Cyril Ramaphosa, at the State House, reiterated Nigeria’s commitment to improving a “special relationship’’ with South […]
Address by President Buhari at the 3rd National Summit on Diminishing Corruption in the Public Sector
Protocoles: It is well known that Nigeria has immense potential but her potential has been handicapped by corruption, an imbalanced economy, and insecurity. Since 2015, the focus of this administration has been on Security, Economy and fight against Corruption. We recognized early in our administration that good governance is the solution to fullfiling our potential. […]
New National Development Plan Depends on Strong Public-Private Partnership – Osinbajo
*VP says collaboration key to success, highlights digital & creative sectors as future drivers of economy *20,000 paid Jubilee Fellowships for graduates start January *AfDB $600million Digital & Creativity funding also expected next year As the Federal Government continues building a more resilient and competitive economy, the private sector’s strong partnership has been restated, especially […]
With Focus on Non-Oil Exports, Economic Diversification on Course – Osinbajo
*VP commends outgoing NEPC CEO, Segun Awolowo on Zero-Oil Plan foresight *Export Development Fund activated for the first time through Buhari’s ESP – Awolowo Focusing on non-oil exports, with the Zero-Oil Plan actively promoted by the Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC), Nigeria is on the right path to economic diversification, according to Vice President Yemi […]
Engaging With the People & Their Needs Remains Our Major Concern, Osinbajo Says
*Outgoing UN Resident Coordinator to President, VP: I am impressed with your leadership *Retired Generals tasked with defence & armed forces reform visit VP for counsel For those fortunate enough to be elected to lead the people, engaging with them is not only an important concern but an aspiration. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN said […]
Osinbajo Hails Coca Cola’s $1bn Investment in Nigeria
*Adds: It’s a testament to the possibilities in the Nigerian economy Coca Cola’s plan to invest $1 billion in Nigeria in the next five years testifies to the possibilities in the economy despite challenges, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN. Prof. Osinbajo stated this Monday evening at the 70th anniversary gala of the Nigerian […]