President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday in Lagos, emphasised the critical role of state governors in driving Nigeria’s development and prosperity, saying their leadership at the subnational level is central to achieving food security, economic prosperity and rapid national growth. During a New Year homage by Vice President Kashim Shettima and members of the Nigeria Governors Forum (NGF) at his…
President Bola Tinubu said his administration is encouraged by the National Assembly’s support over the last 19 months and is determined to take Nigeria to the Promised Land. The President spoke Wednesday while receiving Vice President Kashim Shettima, the leadership of the National Assembly, and former principal officers of the National Assembly at his Oyinkan Abayomi Drive residence in…
Babafemi Ojudu, former Special Adviser on Political Matters to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, has revealed how he and other allies convinced President Bola Tinubu to reject an offer to serve as Minister of Finance under the late President Umaru Yar’Adua. Ojudu disclosed this during an appearance on State Affairs, a podcast hosted by Edmund Obilo, on Monday. He noted that…
President Bola Tinubu receiving an autographed glove from former World Heavyweight Champion, Anthony Joshua, when he visited the President at his Ikoyi residence in Lagos. January 1, 2025
Fellow Nigerians, As we enter 2025, I wish everyone a happy and prosperous New Year. May you be rich in joy, success, and good health. As the new year dawns, it brings many hopes, aspirations, and prospects for better days. By the grace of God, 2025 will be a year of great promise in which we will fulfill our…
Benin Republic has summoned a Nigerien diplomat following accusations by Abdourahamane Tchiani, Niger Republic’s military leader, that neighbouring countries are supporting terrorism in West Africa. In a televised address, Tchiani alleged that Benin serves as a “rear base for terrorists seeking to destabilise Niger Republic”. Benin’s foreign ministry dismissed the claims as baseless and announced the summoning of Niger’s…
…advocates unity, peaceful co-existence among Ogun people Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has promised that his administration will continue to foster an economy that promotes growth, equity, and resilience through sustainable development plans. The governor also admonished the people of the state to set aside their differences and continue to coexist with one another for the peace and…
The Lagos State Government has waded into the child molestation scandal involving Ohis Emmanuel, the husband of popular disc jockey, Kudirat Gbemisola, also known as DJ Kulet. DJ Kulet had taken to her social media handle on Monday to announce her separation from her husband, alleging that he had been involved in child molestation and infidelity. The government, through…
… Ex-boxing champion to light torch of National Sports Festival in May Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has announced plans by his administration to construct a brand new Anthony Joshua Indoor Boxing Ring in the state. Governor Abiodun also announced that the two-time former world heavyweight boxing champion would be lighting the Gateway Games National Sports Festival torch,…
…to kickstart development of Olokola Port Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has signed the N1.054 trillion 2025 State Appropriation Bill into law. The signing, which took place at the Governor’s Office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, was witnessed by the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Oludaisi Elemide, principal officers of the House, the Deputy Governor, and members…
The ongoing recall process of Senator Natasha…
The House of Representatives has rescinded its…
