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Revenge Killings Worsening Security Problem in Southern Kaduna- Presidency
The Presidency wishes to state that the problem of insecurity in Southern Kaduna State is more complicated than many people are willing to admit. From available records, Southern Kaduna enjoys comprehensive security deployments, including the Army, Special Forces of both the Army and the Air Force, surveillance aircraft by the Air Force and mobile police […]
Remarks by President Muhammadu Buhari at the Gold Bar Presentation
Protocols: I am delighted to be at this official presentation of locally mined sourced gold bars by the Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Development Initiative This laudable initiative will help support our efforts at enabling the creation of jobs for Nigerians, diversifying our revenue base, and in improving our foreign exchange reserves. I will therefore like […]
Everything You Need To Know About The Presidential Artisanal Gold Mining Development Initiative (PAGMI)
First, a Milestone Moment! Nigeria has produced, for the first time ever, in June 2020, artisanally-mined gold that has been processed and refined according to the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) standards required for the use of gold as a reserve instrument by the Central Bank of Nigeria. This means that the Central Bank will […]
How we are Converting COVID-19 Pandemic to Opportunity to Reset the Economy- Osinbajo
In spite of the despair that came with the COVID-19 pandemic and its attendant consequences, Nigeria decided to seize the opportunity to reset the economy amidst worldwide economic challenges, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN. Prof. Osinbajo stated this in Abuja on Tuesday at a Webinar organised by the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, […]
On Africa Anti-Corruption Day, President Buhari Calls for Operation of Common Position on Assets Recovery
President Muhammadu Buhari has urged African leaders to ensure the immediate actualization of the Common African Position on Assets Recovery (CAPAR), as the continent celebrates Anti-Corruption Day, July 11, 2020. In a letter to South Africa’s President, Cyril Ramaphosa, Chairman of African Union, the Nigerian leader asked for a re-commitment to the anti-corruption war by […]
Presidency Statement on the Suspension of Mr. Ibrahim Magu
A series of documented allegations were made against the Ag. Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Following a preliminary review of the allegations leveled against the Ag. Chairman and several other members of his staff, there were grounds for a detailed investigation to be conducted. Hence, an investigative panel was constituted in […]
President Buhari’s Address at the Signing into Law the Appropriation (Repeal and Amendment) Act, 2020.
Protocols It is my pleasure and honour to sign the Appropriation (Repeal and Amendment) Act, 2020 into law today. I thank the Distinguished Senate President, the Right Honourable Speaker of the House of Representatives, and all the Distinguished and Honourable Leaders, and Members, of the National Assembly for the prompt review and passage of the […]
Governors to be Part of National Economic Sustainability Plan Implementation
*2 State executives expected to join Economic Sustainability Committee soon Some State Governors may soon join in the membership of the Economic Sustainability Committee as the implementation of the Sustainability Plan proceeds. This hint was dropped by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, while presiding over a virtual meeting of the National Economic Council today at […]
President Buhari Lauds Outgoing Ambassador, Says China Playing Great Role in Reversing Nigeria’s Infrastructural Deficit
There is no way a country can develop if it is hampered by severe deficit in infrastructure, President Muhammadu Buhari has said. The President spoke Tuesday at State House, Abuja, while receiving the outgoing Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Nigeria, Dr Zhou Pingjian, at a virtual farewell audience. “Please convey our appreciation […]
Polio-Free Status: President Buhari Praises Merkel, Osinbajo, Sultan of Sokoto, Others for Job Well Done
President Muhammadu Buhari has written world leaders and partners to appreciate their support towards helping Nigeria attain a Wild Polio Virus (WPV) free status, pledging that his administration would sustain the momentum and strengthen the primary health care system. The President also commended Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Chairman Presidential Taskforce on Polio Eradication, and his […]
President Buhari Commends Economic Team, Wants Nigeria’s Quick Exit from Under-Development
President Muhammadu Buhari Tuesday in Abuja appreciated the outstanding support and guidance provided by the Presidential Economic Advisory Council (PEAC) which he described as a “tutorial,” urging the members to do more to help the country exit “our very terrible state of development.” Speaking during a virtual audience with members of the PEAC, the President […]
President Buhari’s Address at the Flag-Off of Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano Gas Pipeline Project
Protocols: I am delighted to address you today on the occasion of the flag off of the construction of the Ajaokuta-Kaduna-Kano (AKK) Gas Pipeline Project. This landmark project is being developed at a critical time in Nigeria’s commitment to increasing our infrastructure assets. We promised the Nation that we will expand the critical gas infrastructure […]