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International Collaboration Crucial for Timely COVID-19 Recovery- Osinbajo
*VP cites FG, Germany, Siemens power initiative as model In dealing with the disruptions caused by COVID-19 on economies and livelihoods, stronger international cooperation and collaboration among countries will be crucial in addressing the situation and expediting economic recovery, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN. Prof. Osinbajo stated this on Monday at the 8th […]
President Buhari Congratulates Biden, Says Nigeria Look Forward to Greater Cooperation With US
President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated former Vice President Joe Biden on his election as new President of the United States “at a time of uncertainty and challenges in world affairs.” The Nigerian leader said “your election is a significant reminder that democracy is the best form of government because it offers the people the opportunity to […]
President Buhari Calls for Support of Traditional Rulers in Addressing Demands of Nigerian Youths
President Muhammadu Buhari Thursday in Abuja emphasized the imperative of support of traditional rulers in the administration’s determination to address the demands of the country’s youths. At a meeting in the State House with a delegation of the National Council of Traditional Rulers of Nigeria led by the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Alhaji (Dr) […]
President Buhari’s Speech at the Launch of the 2021 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Emblem and Appeal Fund
I am indeed happy to welcome everyone here to the formal launch of the 2021 Armed Forces Remembrance Day Emblem and Appeal Fund. Today, we are gathered here to first remember and commend the sacrifices of our fallen heroes and veterans of the First and Second World Wars, the Nigerian Civil War and Peace Support […]
President Buhari Urges Nigerians to Desist From Divisive Actions
President Muhammadu Buhari Wednesday in Abuja appealed to Nigerians to desist from actions and comments that could jeopardise the unity and progress of the nation. Launching the 2021 Armed Forces Remembrance Day (AFRD) Emblem and Appeal Fund, President Buhari said this year’s occasion reminds Nigerians of the need to guard jealously the unity of the […]
Payment of N30,000 Grants to 333,000 Artisans Under ESP Begins
*Beneficiaries nationwide to receive one-time grant, with Lagos, Kano, FCT & nine more States in first batch *Enumeration, verification still ongoing for Payroll Support Scheme *Free CAC Business Names’ Registration for 250,000 MSMEs also commences As the implementation of the Economic Sustainability Plan progresses, the payment of N30,000 one-time grant to 330,000 artisans across the […]
President Buhari Nominates Prof Yakubu as INEC Chairman for Second Term in Office
President Muhammadu Buhari has presented the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Mahmood Yakubu, for a second term in office. In a letter to President of the Senate, Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan, the President said in accordance with the provision of Section 154 (1) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, […]
Presidential Panel on Police Reforms Swings into Action
Presidential Panel On Police Reforms Swings Into Action, Okays 5-Point Demand Of Protesters Following directives by President Muhammadu Buhari on dissolution of Special Anti-Robbery Squad and immediate response to yearnings of citizens, the Inspector General of Police, Mohammed Adamu, convened a meeting with stakeholders, agreeing to meet demands, which include halting use of force against […]
President Buhari: Disbanding of SARS First Step to Extensive Police Reforms
President Muhammadu Buhari Monday in Abuja declared that disbanding of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) is the first step to extensive police reforms by his administration. Speaking at the launch of the Presidential Youth Empowerment Scheme (P-YES), aimed at creating 774,000 jobs across the Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the country, President Buhari also directed […]
Budget of Economic Recovery and Resilience – President Muhammadu Buhari
PROTOCOLS It is with pleasure that I present the 2021 Federal Budget Proposals to this Joint Session of the National Assembly. Distinguished and Honourable Leaders, and Members of the National Assembly, at this juncture, I wish to commend your tremendous efforts in approving the revision of the 2020 – 2022 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework and Fiscal […]
Police Violations of Young People’s Rights Unacceptable, Annoying – VP Osinbajo
*Adds: Those involved would be investigated, prosecuted & exposed *Commends Civil Society activists and those who call attention to the problem “I am very concerned, in fact, very angry about what I see, happening to young men and women who are arrested, in some cases maimed or killed by men of the police force.” Those […]
Independence Day Address by President Muhammadu Buhari
Fellow Nigerians I speak to you today as your President and fellow citizen on this epoch occasion of our country’s 60th independence Anniversary. As President, I wish to renew my appreciation to Nigerians for entrusting me with your hopes and aspirations for a better and greater Nigeria. Today, it is my unique privilege to re-commit […]