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President Tinubu Appoints New Executive Secretary of the National Lottery Trust Fund
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Tosin Adeyanju as the new Executive Secretary of the National Lottery Trust Fund (NLTF). Mr. Adeyanju is an accomplished administrator, and good governance advocate. The President expects the new Chief Executive Officer to ensure transparency and efficiency in the operations of the agency to actualize […]
President Tinubu Sympathizes with Victims of Tragic Building Collapse in Plateau State
President Bola Tinubu receives the news of the tragic collapse of a school building, which resulted in multiple deaths and many surviving victims in Jos, Plateau State, with profound grief. President Tinubu describes the unfortunate incident as a huge loss to the nation, as well as a devastating development – too excruciating to imagine. […]
President Tinubu Appoints New Managing Director and Board Chairman for the Nigerian Ports
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Abubakar Dantsoho as the Managing Director of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). The President has also approved the appointment of Senator Adedayo Adeyeye as Chairman of the Board of the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA). Dr. Dantsoho holds a Doctorate degree in Maritime Technology from Liverpool John […]
President Tinubu Congratulates New Olubadan on Coronation
President Bola Tinubu extends his warm congratulations to Oba Owolabi Olakulehin on his coronation today, July 12, 2024, as the 43rd Olubadan of the ancient city of Ibadan. President Tinubu joins the family of the new Olubadan, Ibadan citizens, the Oyo State Council of Obas, and the Oyo State Government to celebrate Oba Olakulehin […]
President Tinubu Salutes Professor Wole Soyinka at 90, Renames National Theatre in his Honour
President Bola Tinubu heartily congratulates Nigeria’s literary colossus and global icon, Professor Akinwande Oluwole Babatunde Soyinka, famously known as Wole Soyinka, on his 90th birthday, July 13, 2024. Professor Soyinka is a globally celebrated playwright, novelist, poet, essayist, actor, singer, composer, and documentarian. He is also a foremost advocate of good governance and of […]
President Tinubu to Labour Leaders: I am Concerned About Nigerian Workers and Committed to a Just, Realistic Minimum Wage
President Bola Tinubu says Nigerian workers deserve improved welfare, better wages, as well as safe and enhanced working conditions as the driving force of the nation. Speaking with the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) led by Comrade Joe Ajaero and that of the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) led by Comrade […]
President Tinubu Welcomes Supreme Court Judgement Affirming Constitutional Rights of Local Government
President Bola Tinubu welcomes the decision of the Supreme Court of Nigeria affirming the spirit, intent, and purpose of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on the statutory rights of local governments. The President states that a fundamental challenge to the nation’s advancement over the years has been ineffective local government administration, as […]
World Population Day: VP Shettima Seeks Improved Data Collection To Guide Government Decisions On Citizens’ Needs
*Presidency to set up N110bn youth enterprise clusters, data bank* Vice President Kashim Shettima has stressed the need for improved data collection, analysis and deployment of technology to generate more comprehensive and inclusive evidence to guide government decisions, investment choices, and pathway to development. According to him, deploying the best technology to strengthen data systems […]
Abibatu Mogaji the Play: President Tinubu Honours Late Mother, Says Administration will Invest more in Arts for the Education of the Younger Generation
President Bola Tinubu says the entertainment industry deserves more attention and recognition as it rekindles history and equips the younger generation with the knowledge of past events. The President, who spoke at a stage production held in honour of his late mother, Hajiya Abibatu Mogaji, OON, MFR, said the government will invest more in […]
President Tinubu Supports Nigeria’s FIFA Council Re–Election Bid
President Bola Tinubu expresses strong support for Nigeria’s bid for re-election into the FIFA Council. The FIFA Council is the principal decision-making organ of the organization in the intervals of the FIFA Congress. The Council comprises 37 members elected by the FIFA Congress for a renewable term of four years. Mr. Amaju Pinnick, two-term […]
President Tinubu Inaugurates Committee on Implementation of Livestock Reforms to Address Obstacles to Agricultural Productivity
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday in Abuja inaugurated the Presidential Committee on Implementation of Livestock Reforms to address obstacles to agricultural productivity and open up new opportunities which benefit farmers, herders, processors, and distributors in the livestock-farming value chain. The President appointed former Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Attahiru Jega, […]
President Tinubu Re-Elected as Chairman of the Authority of ECOWAS Heads of State and Government
President Bola Tinubu has been re-elected as the Chairman of the Authority of ECOWAS Heads of State and Government. The President’s mandate was extended at the 65th Ordinary Session of the Authority of ECOWAS Heads of State and Government on Sunday in Abuja, following the decision of the leaders to ensure continuity and consistency in […]
