Press Releases
Nigeria, Vietnam To Deepen Relations In Digital Economy, Telecoms, Agriculture, As Osinbajo Meets Vietnamese VP
*Both countries sign defence cooperation agreement in Hanoi In a determined effort to deepen the long-standing bilateral relations between Nigeria and Vietnam, both countries plan to work together more, particularly in the areas of digital economy, telecommunications, agriculture and trade, among others, for the mutual benefit of the citizens. The need for improved collaboration […]
In High Level Visit To Vietnam, Osinbajo To Meet President, VP, Prime Minister, Others
*Leaves Abuja today Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, departs Abuja today for the Socialist Republic of Vietnam for high-level bilateral engagements in the Southeast Asian nation including meetings with the President of Vietnam, President Nguyễn Xuân Phúc; the Vice President, Mr. Pho Chu Tich Nuroc; the Prime Minister, Pham Minh Chinh, other government officials and the business […]
FG’s Successes In MSMEs Sector Now Template For Others – Osinbajo
*Minister says VP’s frequent personal interaction with MSMEs shows Buhari Administration’s commitment In collaboration with States and other stakeholders, the Federal Government has been able to address key challenges faced by Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria and record significant gains for socioeconomic development, while also providing a template for support to the […]
Oil Derivations, Subsidy and SURE-P Refunds: Nine Oil Producing States Receive N625.43bn in Two Years, N1.1trn Still Outstanding
Nine oil-producing states received a total of N625.43 billion 13 percent oil derivation, subsidy and SURE-P refunds from the Federation Account in the last two years, 2021-2022. The states that received the refunds dating from 1999 to 2021 are Abia, Akwa-Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo and Rivers. Data obtained from the Federation […]
At NEC Meeting, FG, Governors In Consultation On Proposed 2022 Finance Bill
At an extraordinary virtual meeting today, the National Economic Council (NEC) received briefings on the proposed Finance Bill 2022 and resolved to update the draft with additional inputs from State Governors as the bill goes ahead to the Federal Executive Council. The meeting which was presided over by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, members of […]
New Health Reform Bill Underway, Says Osinbajo As Committee Concludes Retreat
Pending a full committee report review and a complete policy document appraisal, a new health reform bill that will reposition the country’s health sector for improved delivery of set objectives to Nigerians will be in the works soon. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN, made this disclosure, yesterday in Abuja at the closing of the […]
President Buhari Calls for Tighter Security Around Borders in Lake Chad Basin with the Proliferation of Weapons from Russia-Ukraine War
President Muhammadu Buhari on Tuesday in Abuja urged more vigilance and tightening of security around borders, drawing attention to the increased number of arms, ammunition, and other weapons from the Russia and Ukraine war in the Lake Chad Basin. At the 16th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC), […]
Ongoing Reforms Will Produce Desired Healthcare Vision For Our People, Improve Sector – Osinbajo
*Health Reform Committee holds retreat, highlighting multi-sectoral collaboration in improving health facilities, indices nationwide The Federal Government’s ongoing efforts to reposition Nigeria’s healthcare delivery system must include collaboration among different levels of government and the private sector to ensure effective implementation of reforms that will cater to the needs of Nigerians in the 21st century. This was stated by […]
ECOWAS: We Must Keep Faith With Vision Of Founding Fathers, Says President Buhari
• INSECURITY, POLITICAL INSTABILITY, RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR BIGGEST CONCERNS FACING THE REGION President Muhammadu Buhari, Monday in Abuja, reminded legislators of the ECOWAS parliament on the need to align their programmes with those of the founding fathers of the sub-regional body. The President, who stated this at the opening session of 2022 Second Ordinary Session of […]
In Naimey, African Leaders Share Testimonies on President Buhari’s Sterling Leadership Qualities
GUINEA BISSAU PRESIDENT: WITHOUT BUHARI, I WOULDN’T HAVE BECOME PRESIDENT OIL MOGUL, INDIMI, DONATES 1000 COPIES OF BUHARI’S BIOGRAPHY TO AU SUMMIT DELEGATES African leaders, who attended the launch of the French version of the book entitled ‘‘Muhammadu Buhari: the Challenges of Leadership in Nigeria’’, in Niamey on Thursday, have shared glowing testimonies on the […]
Osinbajo Redefines Social Justice Implications of Climate Change Beyound Reduction of Emissions
*In public lecture at top Canadian University, VP says poor, vulnerable in developing economies are least culpable but may be worst hit **Adds: Africa doesn’t want free pass on net-zero emissions targets, there’s sufficient evidence of climate-sensitive, locally grounded transition pathways Beyond the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions globally, efforts being undertaken to address climate […]
Why I Approved Redesign Of Naira Notes, By President Buhari At Launch Of ₦200, ₦500, ₦1000 Banknotes
President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday in Abuja launched the new Naira banknotes, expressing delight that the redesigned currencies are locally produced by the Nigerian Security Printing and Minting (NSPM) PLC. Speaking at the launch of the new banknotes, which preceded the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, the President explained in detail the basis for his […]