Press Releases

 *It’s time for urgent action, VP Shettima tells govs, LG chairmen, others* *Says initiative will give all Nigerian mothers, children access to lifesaving nutrition interventions* *As NEC commends 2025 Economic Management Team priorities* The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has implored state governors, ministers, local government chairmen and other stakeholders, including the private sector, to […]

  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday in Abuja assented to two separate bills establishing the Federal University of Agriculture and Development Studies, Iragbiji, Osun State and the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin Ekiti, Ekiti State. President Tinubu said these specialised institutions will address the educational needs of the populace while driving […]

  President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved Dr Saviour Enyiekere’s appointment as Chairman of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) for a five-year renewable term. Until his appointment, Enyiekere, an environmental specialist, was the deputy chief of staff to the Senate President. President Tinubu also approved the appointment of two commission members from each of […]

  *Our fintech innovations have transformed cross-border payments across continent, says VP Shettima* *Calls for accelerated implementation of AfCFTA Digital Protocol* Nigeria has officially been designated as Africa’s Digital Trade Champion, a role that could help create over 10 million new jobs across the continent by the end of 2025. To this effect, Vice President […]

*Seeks private sector partnership as MTN distributes digital devices to secondary school students*     The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has reiterated the commitment of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to investment in quality education for all Nigerian children, saying it is a top priority for the administration.   Accordingly, he called […]

  President Bola Tinubu extends warm congratulations to Azubuike Ishiekwene, Senior Vice chairman /Editor-in-Chief of LEADERSHIP Newspapers on his 60th birthday. A Fellow of the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE), Azu as he is fondly known, has had a distinguished career in journalism spanning over three decades. He has worked with several reputable media organisations, […]

  *We’ll be more deliberate in supporting small business owners to grow – VP Shettima*   The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has said that the federal government, working in collaboration with other stakeholders, will be more deliberate in ensuring growth in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) space in Nigeria. To this end, […]

  President Bola Tinubu congratulates the Governor of Abia State, Dr Alex Otti, on his 60th birthday. Dr Otti is an economist, banker, and politician. He is also a respected leader in business circles and has led many thriving institutions, including banks. President Tinubu acknowledges the ongoing transformation in Abia State regarding infrastructure, education, and […]

  President Bola Tinubu is deeply saddened by the passing of Chief Edwin Clark, former federal commissioner of information and respected leader of the Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF). Chief Clark, 97, was born on May 25, 1927, in Kiagbodo, Burutu Local Government Area of Delta State. He led an illustrious life marked by dedicated service, […]

The African Union (AU) has endorsed Nigeria as the Digital Trade Champion for the continent under the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AFCFTA) Digital Trade protocol, following the impressive record of the Federal Government in promoting digital enterprise and innovation. The 38th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government, which concluded […]

Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed grief over the passing of one of Afenifere’s leaders, Pa Ayo Adebanjo, who died on Friday at the age of 96, describing him as an advocate of a more equitable and progressive Nigeria. He noted Pa Adebanjo’s extensive contributions to Nigeria’s democratic journey, from his role as the Organising […]

The Nigerian government has backed the move to reform the African Union, making the continental body more vibrant, viable, and relevant to the needs of member states in the face of rapidly changing global political and economic realities. President Bola Tinubu, whose statement was delivered by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, during […]