Press Releases
President Tinubu Congratulates Senator Solomon Adeola on Birthday
President Bola Tinubu extends his warm congratulations to Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, CON, fondly called Yayi, on his birthday, today, August 10, 2024. Senator Adeola is a chartered accountant and accomplished tax consultant. He represents Ogun West in the Senate and previously served as the Senator representing Lagos West from 2015 to 2023. The […]
ECOWAS’ Hand of Friendship Still Open to Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso, Says President Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu says ECOWAS will continue to persuade the military leaders of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso to return their nations to the fold. President Tinubu, who is the Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, reaffirmed this position at a meeting with ECOWAS Chiefs of Defence Staff on […]
President Tinubu Receives Patriot Group, Says Strengthening Nigeria’s Economy a Topmost Priority but Request for New Constitution Will be Reviewed
President Bola Tinubu on Friday in Abuja received The Patriots, a group of eminent Nigerians, and emphasized that retooling the economy for sustainable growth and development is a major priority of his administration. The President also assured the group that their request for the convening of a national constituent assembly with the mandate to […]
VP Shettima Seeks More Support As MTN Donates N1bn, 4600 Digital Devices
*Says Nigerians will soon see results of President Tinubu’s policies* Vice President Kashim Shettima has lauded the donation of N1 billion to the Federal Government’s Food Support Programme and 4,600 units of digital devices for distribution to schools by telecommunications giant, MTN Nigeria. He said the gesture by the telecommunications outfit towards the […]
Nigerian Youths Remain President Tinubu’s Priority – VP Shettima
*APC youth leaders affirm support for president* Vice President Kashim Shettima has restated the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration to support and empower more Nigerian youths to excel in their chosen vocations. According to him, the President holds Nigerian youths in high esteem, and his commitment is evident in his appointments […]
President Tinubu Mourns Former CAF President Mr. Issa Hayatou
President Bola Tinubu extends his condolences to the family of Mr. Issa Hayatou, former President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), who passed away at the age of 77 on Thursday. Mr. Hayatou was also one-time acting President of FIFA — the world’s football governing body. President Tinubu commiserates with the Cameroonian Football […]
President Tinubu: Mineral Resources Exploration Mist Prioritize Health and Safety of Nigerians
President Bola Tinubu says his administration will ensure that companies engaged in mineral exploration prioritize the health and safety of Nigerians and the host communities. The President stated this while receiving a presentation titled, ‘Harnessing the Mining Industry for Enhanced National Security and Development: Strategic Options for Nigeria by 2035,’ by Course 32 participants […]
President Tinubu Appoints Governing Councils of Two Federal Tertiary Institutions
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the following Nigerians to the governing councils of these specialized institutions of learning: MARITIME ACADEMY OF NIGERIA, ORON, AKWA IBOM STATE (1) Kehinde Akinola — Chairman (2) Shehu Maigari Doguwa — Member (3) Samuel Isichei — Member (4) Faisal Lawal Halidu — Member NIGERIAN COLLEGE OF […]
President Tinubu Appoints Governing Councils of Federal Colleges of Education
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the following Nigerians to the governing councils of these federal colleges of education: FEDERAL COLLEGE OF EDUCATION (TECHNICAL), YAURI, KEBBI STATE (1) Ismaila Gadaka — Chairman (2) Abdulhakeem Adegoke — Member (3) Pam Ishaya — Member (4) Abubakar Sadique Fakai — Member (5) Zara Duamlong Usman […]
President Tinubu Appoints Governing Councils of Federal Universities and Institutions
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the following Nigerians to the governing councils of these federal universities and tertiary institutions of learning: NIGERIAN MARITIME UNIVERSITY, OKERENKOKO, DELTA STATE (1) Temi Harriman — Chairman (2) Adeola Adeogun — Member (3) Benedict Aguele — Member (4) Freeman Kasa — Member (5) Babangida Alhassan Abdullahi […]
President Tinubu Appoints Federal Commissioners of the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commissioners
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the following Nigerians as federal commissioners of the Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC): (1) Mrs. Linda Nkechi Oti — Abia (2) Mr. Akpan Imo Effiong — Akwa Ibom (3) Mr. Enefe Ekene — Anambra (4) Professor Steve Ugba — Benue (5) Chief Eyonsa — […]
President Tinubu Appoints New Heads of Agencies and Programmes Under the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Management
To facilitate the needed relief to Nigerians and ensure the effectiveness of humanitarian and social development programmes, President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of seven qualified Nigerians to head strategic agencies and programmes under the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development. (1) Dr. Badamasi Lawal — Chief Executive Officer, […]