Press Releases
President Tinubu Receives U.S Ambassador, Underscores Importance of Sustaining Democracy, Its Norms and Institutions
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday in Abuja emphasized the importance of sustaining democracy, its norms and institutions, noting that protests are an integral part of democracy, but that no government will condone demonstrations that lead to the destruction of lives and property. The President spoke at the Presidential Villa when he received Letter of […]
VP Shettima Demands Pan-African Collaboration On Climate Change
…*Says we must stand together against climate brunt, social impact challenges* Vice President Kashim Shettima has implored African nations to unite in addressing climate change and social impact challenges facing the continent. He called on leaders of the continent to work together in developing sustainable practices and protecting ecosystems as a means of […]
President Tinubu Signs Development Commission Establishment Bills
President Bola Tinubu has signed into law bills to accelerate development across geo-political zones in the country. The President has assented to the North-West Development Commission (Establishment) Bill, 2024, and the South-East Development Commission (Establishment) Bill, 2023. The North-West Development Commission is set up to facilitate the reconstruction of roads, houses, and business premises destroyed […]
At the Launch of Blockchain Outsource/MSMES Clinic in Jigawa: Nigeria Poised To Overtake Other World Economies, Technologies – VP Shettima
*Announces FG’s N150,000 grant for each business owner* *Partners with Gluwa to train 1,000 tech experts annually* The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has said Nigeria is not just catching up with the rest of the world but is also poised to overtake them in terms of economy and technology. He stated this on […]
President Tinubu Appoints New Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Professor John Oladapo Obafunwa as the new Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR). Professor Obafunwa succeeds Professor Babatunde Salako, whose tenure expires on July 23, 2024. The appointment takes effect from July 24, 2024. President Tinubu extends his gratitude to Professor Salako for his […]
Sixth Mid–Year Meeting of the AU: President Tinubu Addresses African Leaders on Status of ECOWAS, Highlights Achievements and Challenges
President Bola Tinubu on Sunday in Accra, Ghana addressed African leaders on the status of ECOWAS, highlighting the progress so far made by the West African economic bloc and the prevailing challenges. Presenting the achievements of ECOWAS in the past one year at the Sixth Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union, President Tinubu, […]
President Tinubu Congratulates Veteran Journalist, Eniola Bello on Birthday
President Bola Tinubu extends his warm congratulations to Mr. Eniola Bello, Managing Director of THISDAY Newspapers, who turns 60 today, July 21, 2024. Mr. Bello is a seasoned editor, columnist, and media leader. The President joins the Nigerian media community to celebrate the respected journalist whose columns continue to provoke thought and stir minds […]
President Tinubu Condoles with Vietnam over the Passing of General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng
President Bola Tinubu extends his condolences to the government and the people of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam over the passing of General Secretary Nguyễn Phú Trọng. Nguyễn Phú Trọng was the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam. As head of the Politburo and Central Military Commission, he was the leader of […]
President Tinubu Congratulates Justice Stella Anukam on Re–Election to African Court on Human Rights
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Justice Stella Anukam on her re-election as Judge of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights for another term of six years. Justice Anukam was re-elected at the African Union Mid-Year Coordination Meeting Executive Council in Accra, Ghana, on Friday. The Nigerian obtained her law degree from Obafemi Awolowo […]
President Tinubu Welcomes Proposed Investment By Eni, Says Reform will make Nigeria Globally Competitive
President Bola Tinubu on Friday in Abuja commended international energy company, ENI, for its proposed new investment in Nigeria, reiterating his vision of making the nation more globally competitive and an investment destination. The President said that by exploring the possibilities of innovative thinking, strategic planning, new technology, and research into best practices, his […]
President Tinubu: Investment in Key Sectors will Follow Clear Timelines and Assessed Based on Impact on Citizens
President Bola Tinubu on Friday in Abuja said the federal government would ensure that investments in key sectors of the economy follow clear timelines and are impactful on the lives of citizens. President Tinubu, who received the management of the Aluminium Smelter Company of Nigeria (ALSCON) led by the Chairman, Alexey Arnautov, at the […]
President Tinubu to Attend Sixth Mid Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union in Ghana
President Bola Tinubu will on Saturday, July 20, depart Abuja for Accra, Ghana to participate in the Sixth Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union (AU), the Regional Economic Communities (RECs), the Regional Mechanisms (RMs), and the African Union Member States. In his capacity as the Chairman of ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and […]