Speeches and Remarks

March 30, 2019

What we Must do to Address Challenges Facing Legal Profession in Nigeria, by VP Osinbajo

The adoption of a set of reforms that are hinged on reclaiming the traditions of virtuous ethics and entrenching personal and corporate integrity, among other things, are some of the requisites for addressing the many challenges facing the legal profession in Nigeria, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN. The Vice President stated this in […]

March 22, 2019

President Buhari’s Speech at the Inauguration of the Presidential Implementation Committee on Autonomy of the State Legislature and State Judiciary.

Ladies and Gentlemen, I am delighted to welcome you all to the formal inauguration of the ‘Presidential Implementation Committee on Autonomy of the State Legislature and State Judiciary’. The setting up of this Committee is necessitated by the realization that Legislative and Judicial autonomy are necessary pre-conditions for our democracy to endure. 2. We are […]

March 15, 2019

Buhari Administration’s Plans Guided by Promises we Made to Nigerians, Says VP Osinbajo

* Inaugurates Presidential Policies and Programmes Audit Committee * Panel to take stock of efforts, make preparations for administration’s second term Below is the full remarks of the Vice President. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo’s Remarks at the Inauguration of Policies and Programmes Audit Committee at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Protocol As you are already well […]

January 29, 2019

Humanitarian, protection Challenges of Lake Chad Remain Urgent, Requires Active Collaboration From Govts

Speech by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, at the 2nd Regional Protection Dialogue on the Lake Chad Protocol: I am very pleased to join you today at this 2nd Regional Protection Dialogue on the Lake Chad Basin. This event also happily converges with the launch of the 2019- 2021 response strategy for North East Nigeria and […]

January 16, 2019

Self-Regulation, Adoption of Ethical Codes can Help Preserve Media Credibility, Check Fake News- VP Osinbajo

Remarks by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo at the 3rd Open Annual New Media Conference on January 16, 2019. Protocol Let me say that I’m really quite excited to be here with you. I did not know about the existence of the Online Publishers Association until I was informed a couple of weeks ago. If there […]

December 18, 2018

How Africa, Europe can Collaborate to Tap Benefit of Digital Economy, By VP Osinbajo at Europe-Africa Forum

*Urges Nigerians to keep faith with nation in Vienna meeting with Diaspora community Africa and Europe must work together to advance and harvest the economic benefits of digital economy, and at the same time prevent a counter-productive widening of the digital gap, according to Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, SAN. Prof. Osinbajo stated this today at […]

December 14, 2018

Buhari’ Administration’s Multibillion-Naira Social Investment Plan Aims to Reduce Poverty- VP Osinbajo

*Plan follows India’s path *VP presents Nigeria’s Vision to Accelerate Human Capital Development by 2030 at extended NEC *Commends governors for working together across party lines “Nigerians everywhere deserve to live healthy, educated and productive lives, regardless of where in Nigeria they live or whatever other peculiarities they may have. By the sheer nature of […]

November 11, 2018

The Challenge of Global Governance- Speech by President Muhammadu Buhari at the First Edition of the Paris Peace Forum

Protocols: I am delighted to be part of the inaugural edition of the Paris Peace Forum and would like to commend the Government of France for this laudable initiative. 2. We also thank France for inviting Nigeria to participate in the forum on the sidelines of the Centenary Celebration of the Armistice. It is important […]

November 5, 2018

President Buhari’s Speech at the Opening Ceremony of the 2018 e-Nigeria International Conference and Exhibition

Protocols: I am delighted to be here at the commencement of this event – the 2018 e-Nigeria International Conference and Exhibition. The theme of this occasion – “Promoting Digital Economy in an Era of Disruptive Technologies Through Effective Regulations” is apt, building on last year’s theme that centred on Fostering the Digital Economy through Local […]

October 30, 2018

Remarks by President Muhammadu Buhari, During a Condolence Visit to Kaduna State.

Protocols: 1. I wish to begin by expressing my profound sadness at the loss of lives and properties that have occurred during these tragic incidents. It is unacceptable that criminal elements can visit on citizens the wanton killings recorded in the Kasuwan Magani incident of 18th October 2018, and the unrest around Kaduna metropolis a […]

October 25, 2018

President Muhammadu Buhari’s Speech at the Commissioning of the New Terminal at Port Harcourt International Airport Omagwa, Rivers State.

Protocols: 1. I am very pleased to formally commission the new International Terminal of the Port Harcourt Airport, Omagwa today. This ceremony represents a significant landmark for International air travelers, particularly from the South South region, and the entire Country. 2. You will recall that after opening the major airport terminals in the country in […]

October 22, 2018

President Muhammadu Buhari’s Speech at the Inauguration of the AfCFTA Committee

Protocols: 1. It is my pleasure to be here with you in this inauguration ceremony. Let me begin by saying that Nigeria today, is the largest economy in Africa. We are also the most populous nation blessed with vast natural resources. 2. For too long, our domestic productive capabilities were neglected in favour of imports. […]

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