Press Releases
At BRICS Summit, President Tinubu Calls for Reevaluation og Global Governance Structure, Finance and Health Care Systems
President Bola Tinubu has called for a reevaluation of the current global governance structure and the financial and healthcare systems, urging greater equity and inclusion for low-income and emerging economies, particularly in Africa. At the 17th meeting of the Global South and the Emerging Economies bloc, BRICS, on Saturday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, […]
We’re Removing All Bottlenecks to Improve Food and Agric Production in Nigeria, Says President Tinubu to Brazilian Leader
President Bola Tinubu has assured that all bottlenecks hindering the realisation of the agricultural sector’s potential, including livestock production, will be removed to enable food sovereignty and export. In a bilateral meeting held at the Copacabana Forte with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva and some members of both countries’ cabinets, President Tinubu […]
President Tinubu Celebrates Olubadan, Oba Akinloye Olakulehin at 90
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu felicitates His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin (Ige Olakulehin I), on his 90th birthday on July 5 and the first anniversary of his coronation as the 43rd Olubadan of Ibadanland on July 12. At 90, His Majesty embodies the rare blend of age-old wisdom, service, and enduring leadership […]
President Tinubu Celebrates Shehu Dikko at 55
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), on his 55th birthday. A reformer and respected administrator, Mallam Dikko has dedicated his career to building integrity-driven institutions in Nigerian sports. From his leadership role in revamping the domestic football league to his current role at the helm […]
President Tinubu Mourns the Passing Ex-Super Eagles Keeper Peter Rufai
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expresses great sadness at the passing of legendary Super Eagles goalkeeper Peter Rufai, who was 61. The President condoles with the Rufai family, friends, and football enthusiasts on the demise of the inimitable goalkeeper fondly called ‘Dodomayana’ by his numerous fans and football lovers all over Nigeria. President Tinubu notes […]
President Tinubu Counsels Nigerians in Saint Lucia: Don’t Break the Law
For the second day, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu interacted with Nigerians living in Saint Lucia, promising to resolve some of the issues raised by the Nigerians diplomatically. While President Tinubu met with Nigerians at the official residence of Saint Lucia’s Prime Minister, Philip J. Pierre, on Tuesday night, he met with them again on […]
We’re Changing Infrastructure Development Story Across Nigeria – President Tinubu
*Commissions dualised, ancillary roads in Bwari, FCT, says projects translating into inclusive growth* President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has said his administration is changing the story of infrastructure development in Nigeria through the execution of tangible projects across the country. He restated his administration’s resolve to build a Nigeria where every community is connected, every […]
Nigeria Will End Diesel Dependency, Cut Carbon Emissions With Integrated Hybrid Energy, Says VP Shettima
The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has assured that Nigeria will soon phase out diesel dependency and cut carbon emissions through the nation’s integrated hybrid energy system. He said that while the truth about the nation’s climate question is that Nigeria can no longer build yesterday’s infrastructure for tomorrow, climate action has now become […]
President Tinubu: Africans and People of Africans Decent Must Work Together to Build a Better Future
President Bola Tinubu has called on Africans and people of African descent worldwide to strengthen collaboration and unity toward building a future of “promise, honour and dignity for the black race.” At a dinner reception held in his honour by the Prime Minister of Saint Lucia, Philip J. Pierre, on Tuesday night in Castries, […]
Nigeria Begins Deployment of Experts to OECS Countries, Signs Technical Manpower Assistance Agreement with Saint Lucia
Nigeria and Saint Lucia have signed a Technical Manpower Assistance (TMA) agreement outlining modalities for deploying skilled Nigerian professionals to Saint Lucia. This is part of efforts to deepen South-South cooperation and reconnect with the African diaspora in the Caribbean. The Director-General of the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps, Hon. Yusuf Buba Yakub, signed on […]
Saint Lucia Bestows Highest National Honour on President Tinubu
Saint Lucia has conferred its highest national honour, Knight Commander of the Order of Saint Lucia (KCOSL), on President Bola Tinubu, in recognition of his efforts to strengthen the historical and cultural bonds between Africa and the Caribbean. The formal investiture was performed by the Governor-General of Saint Lucia, Errol Charles, on Monday night […]
President Tinubu Proposes Visa Waivers for OECS Official Passport Holders as Nigeria, Saint Lucia Establishes Diplomatic Relations
President Bola Tinubu formally announced on Monday the establishment of diplomatic relations with Saint Lucia, describing it as a “symbolic bridge that will provide a gateway in fostering closer ties between us.” President Tinubu stated this while addressing a special joint session of the Senate and House of Assembly of Saint Lucia at the […]