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President Tinubu Not Taking Issues Of Security Lightly – VP Shettima
*As NAN explores security options at annual international lecture* Vice President Kashim Shettima has said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is very much interested in the security situation in Nigeria and is not taking it lightly. He called for regional and collective efforts to address the insecurity in West Africa’s Sahel region, observing that the […]
Nigeria Seeks Stronger Partnership With EU To Combat Malnutrition
*VP Shettima lauds Union’s contributions as Ambassador Isopi bows out* Vice President Kashim Shettima has called for the strengthening of relations between Nigeria and European Union, particularly in addressing malnutrition and other humanitarian challenges in the country. He expressed Nigeria’s appreciation for the EU’s support noting there was a need for continued collaboration […]
President Tinubu Departs for China on Official Visit
President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja for Beijing, China, on Thursday, August 29, on an official visit. President Tinubu will have a brief layover in the United Arab Emirates. In China, the President will meet with President Xi Jinping and will hold meetings with Chinese business leaders on the sidelines of the Forum on […]
VP Shettima Commissions Ultra-Modern MSME Clinics Fashion, ICT Hubs In Benue
*Says Tinubu administration’s promises to business owners are not mere rhetoric* *Tips hub to create 48,000 jobs annually in state* The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has commissioned Ultra-Modern MSME Clinics Fashion & ICT Hubs in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, saying it is just the beginning of greater things to come under […]
We”ll Continue To Promote Rule Of Law, Tolerate Dissenting Voices
*PRESIDENT TINUBU AT NBA CONFERENCE:* *Says his government’s policies, actions will soon bring enormous relief to Nigerians* President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has vowed to keep promoting the rule of law, adhere to the principles of separation of powers, and tolerate dissenting views within the ambit of the laws of Nigeria. This, he said, […]
President Tinubu: I’ll Do All Within My Powers To Equip, Arm The Military
* Applauds Defence College Course 32 graduands’ input in research on mining industry, national security President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has vowed to invoke his constitutional powers to continue to equip, arm and empower the Nigerian military. He acknowledged “the importance of strategic leadership in addressing the complex security and development challenges” confronting Nigeria. President […]
President Tinubu Swears in Justice Kekere-Ekun as Acting Chief Justice of Nigeria
SAYS INDEPENDENCE OF JUDICIARY CRITICAL FOR PRESERVING SOCIAL ORDER, PEACE AND SECURITY President Bola Tinubu on Friday administered oath of office on Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun as the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), pending her confirmation by the Senate. The swearing-in of the 23rd Chief Justice of Nigeria and the second female justice to hold […]
President Tinubu Congratulates Justice Olukayode Ariwoola on Successful Public Service Career
President Bola Tinubu congratulates Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, GCON, as he retires as Chief Justice of Nigeria after a successful public service career. Justice Ariwoola had served as Justice of the Court of Appeal in Kaduna, Enugu, and Lagos divisions before his elevation to the Supreme Court in 2011. He was sworn in as Chief […]
President Tinubu Reappoints Chief Medical Director of Medical Director of Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the reappointment of Professor Abdurrahman Abba Sheshe as the Chief Medical Director of Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, Kano, for a second and final term of four years, with effect from December 5, 2023. Professor Sheshe was first appointed as the Chief Medical Director of Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital […]
President Tinubu Reappoints Chief Medical Director of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the reappointment of Professor Yusuf Jibrin Bara as Chief Medical Director of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), Bauchi, for a second and final term of four years. The President’s approval follows an assessment of Professor Jibrin Bara’s performance in his first term in office. The President […]
President Tinubu Approves Takeover and Conversion of Dalhatu Araf Specialist Federal University of Lafia Teaching Hospital, Nasarawa
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the takeover and conversion of Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital, Lafia, to the Federal University of Lafia Teaching Hospital, Nasarawa, following a request by the Nasarawa State Government. The conversion of the health facility to a federal teaching hospital will not only enhance the training of students in medical […]
COP 29: President Tinubu Approves Climate Accountability Portal to Enhance Transparency, Save Billions of Naira
OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY TO THE GOVERNMENT OF THE FEDERATION President Bola Tinubu has authorized the establishment of the Climate Accountability and Transparency Portal and other measures to ensure efficiency and accountability in the nation’s participation in the 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, slated for November 11-22, 2024. Special Presidential […]