Press Releases

*Seeks deeper cooperation in trade, security, democracy* The Nigerian government has described its relationship with Senegal as a strategic partnership built on a foundation of shared history, democratic values and economic interdependence. This followed Vice President Kashim Shettima’s presence at Senegal’s 65th Independence Day Anniversary held at the Place de la Nation in Dakar on […]

  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Senator Solomon Ayodeji Otegbola, the Asiwaju of Aworiland and one of Nigeria’s most distinguished elder statesmen. In a condolence message to the Otegbola family and the people of Awori Land, the President described the late Senator as “a man of immense dignity, […]

  President Bola Tinubu warmly felicitates longtime friend and Asiwaju of Ijebuland, Sulaiman Adebola Adegunwa, on his 80th birthday. The President joins family, friends, and business associates of the renowned industrialist and philanthropist in celebrating the milestone, which caps outstanding years of investment in people and institutions that have significantly impacted the economy. President Tinubu […]

  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Mr. Ayo Sotinrin as the new Managing Director of the Bank of Agriculture, effective immediately. Mr. Sotinrin brings a diverse and extensive background in the private and public sectors to his new role. Before this appointment, he held the position of Group Chief Executive Officer at SAO Group. […]

  The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has departed Abuja for Dakar, Senegal, to represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the country’s 65th Independence Day Anniversary celebrations. Senegal celebrates its Independence Day on April 4 each year, commemorating its freedom from French colonial rule in 1960. The day is marked by national pride, with ceremonies, […]

  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed grief over the passing of Alhaji Abbas Sanusi, the Galadiman Kano and senior Kano Emirate official. He died at 92 after a protracted illness. Many children and grandchildren survive him. Among his children is Alhaji Abdullahi Abbas, the Kano State chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC). President […]

  President Bola Tinubu congratulates Aare Adetola Olaniyi Emmanuel-King, the Chairman and CEO of Adron Group, on his 50th birthday. The President joins family, friends, and well-wishers to celebrate the entrepreneur and philanthropist who has remained steadfast in making affordable housing accessible to many Nigerians. Aare Emmanuel-King, with over 62 estates and a workforce of […]

  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart for Paris, France, today on a short working visit. During the visit, the President will appraise his administration’s mid-term performance and assess key milestones. He will also use the retreat to review the progress of ongoing reforms and engage in strategic planning ahead of his administration’s second anniversary. […]

  President Bola Tinubu congratulates Professor Mobolaji Aluko, the pioneering Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Otuoke in Bayelsa State, on his 70th birthday. . The President joins family, friends, and well-wishers in celebrating the professor of chemical engineering and former Chair of the Chemical Engineering Department at Howard University in Washington, D.C., United […]

  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, felicitates Professor Anthony Adegbulugbe, the Chancellor of Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji, Osun State, on his 70th birthday, April 2. President Tinubu lauds Professor Adegbulugbe for his exemplary achievements and significant contributions to academia, evangelism, business, and philanthropy. Reflecting on their shared experiences, President Tinubu recalls, “In October 2019, […]

  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a sweeping reconstitution of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited board, removing the chairman, Chief Pius Akinyelure and the group chief executive officer, Mallam Mele Kolo Kyari. President Tinubu removed all other board members appointed with Akinyelure and Kyari in November 2023. The new 11-man board has […]

  President Bola Tinubu congratulates Mr Jim Ovia, the founder and chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, on his admission to the prestigious Freedom of the City of London. President Tinubu describes this honour as a fitting recognition of Mr Ovia’s exceptional contributions to business, innovation, and technology, as well as for his role in shaping […]