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President Tinubu Appoints New Head of Civil Service of the Federation
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, OON, as Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, with effect from August 14, 2024. Mrs. Walson-Jack was appointed as Federal Permanent Secretary in 2017 and has served in several Ministries. The new appointee will take over from the incumbent Head […]
President Tinubu: All New Mining Licenses Must Have Local Value
… *Says directive will position Nigeria as critical metals leader* President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has instructed the Federal Ministry of Solid Minerals Development to only issue mining licenses if they are tied to local value addition. This is to ensure that young Nigerians are actively engaged in economic activities, acquiring skills and contributing […]
VP Shettima To Declare Open Workshop On AfCFTA Digital Trade Protocol Friday
Vice President Kashim Shettima will on Friday, July 19, 2024, spearhead a stakeholder workshop aimed at bolstering Nigeria’s position within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Digital Trade Protocol. The workshop organised by the Office of the Vice President is scheduled to commence by 10am at the Banquet Hall of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. […]
National Council On Nutrition Approves New Measures To Address Food, Health Concerns
*Collaboration key to solving Nigeria’s nutrition crisis, Says VP Shettima* The National Council on Nutrition (NCN) has approved new measures to combat malnutrition and food insecurity in Nigeria. This is in line with the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu administration’s efforts to improve the nutritional status of all Nigerians. Speaking on Tuesday during a meeting […]
President Tinubu Reinstates Professor Nenibarini Zabbey as HYPREP Coordinator
President Bola Tinubu has approved the reinstatement of Professor Nenibarini Zabbey as the Project Coordinator of the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP). The President reached the decision following a performance review of the HYPREP Project Coordinator and concluded that the Project Coordinator is fit to discharge his functions in accordance with the regulations guiding […]
President Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment To Food Security Measures
*… Says suspension of tariff on imported grains aimed at tackling shortages* *…. Launches Chief Osoba’s new book “My Life in the Public Eye”* President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to addressing food security concerns in the country and driving down the cost of living for the citizens. He said the […]
President Tinubu Appoints Senior Special Assistant on Livestock Development
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Idris Ajimobi as Senior Special Assistant to the President on Livestock Development (Office of the President). The appointment follows the recent inauguration of the Presidential Committee on Implementation of Livestock Reforms and the establishment of a new Ministry of Livestock Development. The President seeks […]
President Tinubu Appoints New Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Mainasara Umar Kogo as the Chairman of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT). Dr. Kogo is a seasoned lawyer and analyst in the fields of law, security, economy, politics, and international diplomacy. The President anticipates professionalism, integrity, and fidelity to the nation in the discharge […]
President Tinubu Appoints New Executive Secretary of the National Agricultural Land Development Authority
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Cornelius Oluwasegun Adebayo as the new Executive Secretary/Chief Executive Officer of the National Agricultural Land Development Authority (NALDA). Mr. Adebayo is an engineer and also a community and social development expert. The President expects the new Chief Executive Officer of NALDA to deploy his competence […]
President Tinubu Appoints New Director-General of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Jobson Ewalefoh as the new Director-General of the Infrastructure Concession Regulatory Commission (ICRC). Mr. Ewalefoh is a professional with years of experience in government and development organizations, in addition to expertise in public-private partnerships, public policy reform and development. The appointment is subject to the […]
President Tinubu Appoints New Director-General of the National Pension Commission
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Ms. Omolola Bridget Oloworaran as the new Director-General of the National Pension Commission (PenCom). Ms. Oloworaran is a finance and banking expert with many years of experience. The appointment is subject to the confirmation of the Nigerian Senate. The President anticipates a goal-oriented leadership to drive […]
President Tinubu Appoints New Managing Director of the Nigeria Social Insurance Fund
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Oluwaseun Faleye as the new Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of the Nigeria Social Insurance Trust Fund (NSITF). Mr. Faleye is a legal and corporate finance specialist. President Tinubu has also approved the appointment of Mrs. Mojisolaoluwa Kehinde Alli-Macaulay as the Executive Director (Operations) of the […]