Press Releases
President Tinubu Assures Colombia of Swift Implementation of all Bilateral Agreements
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to strengthening international partnerships and aligning its foreign relations with evolving global trends in trade, politics, and culture. The President, who received the Vice President of the Republic of Colombia, Francia Márquez, at the State House in Abuja on Monday, noted that global economic volatility and […]
In Historic Move, Nigeria, Colombia Sign MoU To Strengthen Political, Economic, Bilateral Ties
*VP Shettima urges both nations to transform potential into tangible economic gains beyond tariff barriers* *Nigeria remains strategic market for Colombia, says VP Márquez* The governments of Nigeria and Colombia have signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on political consultations, opening a new and significant chapter in relations between both countries. The […]
President Tinubu Congratulates Eko Clup International on 25th Anniversary
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extends warm congratulations to the leaders and members of Eko Club International (ECI), the premier global organisation of Lagos indigenes, as it marks its 25th anniversary this month. President Tinubu, who inspired the founding of ECI during his time in exile, commends the club’s members for upholding the vision of […]
President Tinubu Congratulates Eko Clup International on 25th Anniversary
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu extends warm congratulations to the leaders and members of Eko Club International (ECI), the premier global organisation of Lagos indigenes, as it marks its 25th anniversary this month. President Tinubu, who inspired the founding of ECI during his time in exile, commends the club’s members for upholding the vision of […]
President Tinubu Mourns the Passing of Bishop Francis Okobo
President Bola Tinubu expresses sadness over the passing of Bishop Francis Emmanuel Okobo, the pioneer Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Nsukka. He was 88 years old. Bishop Okobo was ordained to the Priesthood in 1966 at 29 and served as a priest for 54 years. Following his Episcopal Ordination in 1991, he served […]
President Tinubu Mourns the Passing of Bishop Francis Okobo
President Bola Tinubu expresses sadness over the passing of Bishop Francis Emmanuel Okobo, the pioneer Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Nsukka. He was 88 years old. Bishop Okobo was ordained to the Priesthood in 1966 at 29 and served as a priest for 54 years. Following his Episcopal Ordination in 1991, he served as […]
President Tinubu Celebrates Bishop Mathew Hassan Kukah at 73
President Bola Tinubu sends warm felicitations to the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Reverend Matthew Hassan Kukah, on his 73rd birthday, August 31, 2025. The President joins the Catholic family and Body of Christ to celebrate the highly revered priest, whose compassion for the poor and underprivileged continues to influence people-centred development […]
Colombian Vice President Arrives In Abuja On Official Visit To Nigeria
The Vice President of the Republic of Colombia, Her Excellency, Francia Márquez, has arrived in Abuja on a 3-day official visit to Nigeria. Accompanied by her spouse, Mr Rafael Yerney Pinillo Ocoró, the Colombian VP was recieved on arrival at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, […]
President Tinubu Congratulates Governor Mongay Okpebholo on His 55th Birthday
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu rejoices with Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State on his 55th birthday, describing him as a committed democrat dedicated to serving his people. President Tinubu extols Gov. Okpebholo’s devotion to good governance and the welfare of his people, especially at the grassroots, noting that his leadership reflects a strong sense […]
President Tinubu Congratulates Engineer Olayinka Babalola on His Election as President of Rotary International
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates Engineer Olayinka Hakeem Babalola on his election as the President of Rotary International for the 2026/2027 calendar year. Babalola, a member of the Rotary Club of Trans Amadi, Nigeria, was elected by the Rotary International Board of Directors following SangKoo Yun’s resignation on health grounds. Babalola will assume office […]
VP Shettima: FG Poised To Unlock Nigeria’s Geo-Heritage Sites Potential Through Collaboration
Vice President Kashim Shettima has affirmed the commitment of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to unlocking the socio-economic potentials of Nigeria’s geo-heritage sites. To achieve this, he stressed that the federal government’s “doors are open for collaboration” with relevant stakeholders, particularly the subnational governments. The Vice President stated this on Thursday in […]
To Fast-track 1 Trillion-Dollar Economy, NEC Endorses Renewed Hope Economic Plan
* *New medium-term strategy will consolidate reforms, align with Agenda 2050, says VP Shettima* The National Economic Council (NEC) on Thursday unveiled the framework for the Renewed Hope Development Plan (2026–2030) aimed at consolidating Nigeria’s reform agenda and actualize the $1 trillion economy target of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This was […]
