Press Releases
FG Unveils Roadmap For Africa’s Digital Trade Revolution Under AfCFTA
*Nigeria in vantage position to spearhead continent’s technological transformation – VP Shettima* The Federal Government on Friday unveiled a comprehensive strategy to lead Africa’s digital trade revolution within the framework of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA). The strategy is part of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to harness […]
Labour Leaders Praise President Tinubu Over Approval of N70,000 Minimum Wage and Promise Review After Three Years
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday in Abuja increased the federal government’s offer on the national minimum wage from N62,000 to N70,000, with an assurance that it will be reviewed after three years, instead of five years. In a meeting with the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and that of the Trade Union Congress […]
President Tinubu Receives Ambassadors, Calls for Enhancement of Economic Value in Bilateral Relations
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday in Abuja called for the enhancement of the economic value of bilateral relations between Nigeria and partner nations. The President spoke when he received Letters of Credence from the Ambassadors of Portugal, Jorge Adao Martins Dos Santos; the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Biu Quoc Hung; and the State of Kuwait, […]
VP Shettima Seeks Sustainable Global Collaboration On Financial Inclusion
Vice President Kashim Shettima has said there is an urgent need for financial innovation to drive Nigeria’s economic and financial inclusion agenda. This is in line with the commitment of the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to bringing over 30 million unbanked Nigerians into the formal financial sector. The Nigerian Vice President made the […]
Student Loan Scheme will Thrive on Equity and Inclusiveness, Says President Tinubu at Commencement of NELFUND’s Digital Disbursement Process
President Bola Tinubu says the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) will thrive on fairness and equity and promote inclusiveness by removing the financial barrier to higher education for Nigerian students. The President, who launched the digital NELFUND disbursement exercise at the State House on Wednesday, said the provision of loans to students will encourage […]
President Tinubu to Africa’s Ministers of Solid Minerals: Defend Africa and Extend Sustainable Upliftment to our People
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday in Abuja asked African leaders in the solid minerals sector to be patriotic and proactive in the management of the natural wealth of the continent and combat illegal exploitation. Speaking when he received a delegation of African Ministers of Solid Minerals under the auspices of African Minerals Strategy Group […]
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 Celebrates Olatunji Dare at 80
President Bola Tinubu congratulates one of Nigeria’s finest journalists, Professor Olatunji Dare, on his 80th birthday. President Tinubu celebrates the former Chairman of the Editorial Board of The Guardian Newspaper and weekly columnist of The Nation for his commitment to journalistic integrity and ethics, even when he faced adversity and repression during the military […]
President Tinubu Condoles with National Assembly over Passing of Lawmaker
President Bola Tinubu commiserates with the National Assembly and the Kaduna State Government over the passing of Honourable Ekene Abubakar Adams, a lawmaker representing Chikun/Kajuru Federal Constituency of Kaduna State in the House of Representatives. The President also extends his condolences to the family and friends of the late lawmaker, urging them to find […]