Speeches and Remarks

I am delighted to be here today to express the support of the Federal government for, and to launch The Abia State Tele-Health Support Center. This is a giant leap forward, in terms of Universal Basic Healthcare, for the people of Abia State. The work of investing in people is a responsibility jointly shared by […]

I am delighted to welcome you all to this very important meeting in the affairs of our party and our country. I want to specifically thank members of the Technical Committee for a job well done within the limited time frame. It shows a great sense of commitment to the ideals of our party with […]

We are today witnesses to an event of monumental importance, both to the Nigerian Foreign Policy and our economy; the launch of the Nigerian Economic Diplomacy Initiative (NEDI). This is the convergence of our global reach and influence with the tremendous opportunities for commerce and industry in Nigeria, a game-changing synergy that has been waiting […]

I am here for a first-hand engagement with all of the Lab participants, and to see for myself, first-hand, what is taking place. First, I want to say that I am thoroughly impressed with what I have seen. I think the Lab approach is a very unique one and it is very clear that everyone […]

Q: This Easter celebration is coming at a time that several challenges are confronting the nation, what would be your message to Nigerians? Vice President: My message is that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is also a strong and powerful message to the nation. Our nation is on the path of resurrection, progress and elevation. […]

Let me first say that we started this colloquium now about 10 years ago, and I’m sure that most of us have heard the story. Many of those who started the idea of the colloquium probably are here with us today. Most of us had worked with the then Governor of Lagos State, Governor Bola […]

Two weeks ago, I announced my intention to establish and Chair a Presidential level committee that focuses on Food Security, I am happy that today it has become a reality. Nigeria’s journey in the last three (3) years, has been a very turbulent one. The country’s need for critical job creating sectors which has been […]

I am delighted to formally announce to Nigerians this morning and our International friends and partners that One Hundred and Seven (107) Dapchi students previously abducted, have been unconditionally released by their abductors. This cheering and hearty development signifies our commitment to the security and wellbeing of all Nigerian. We are never in doubt about […]

I am very pleased to be here today to formally commission the Sunti Golden Sugar Estate. This project is timely as Nigeria makes her journey out of recession and the economy continues to show considerable progress. We are reminded of one of the cardinal objectives of this administration which is to look inwards as we […]

I am here in Yobe State today, to express my sincere sympathies with the parents, families, the Government and the entire people of Yobe State whose daughters were callously abducted by unrepentant terrorists. On 19th February, 2018, we woke up to the painful news of the abduction of One Hundred and Ten (110) students of […]

I am very pleased to receive you today. Firstly, let me congratulate the farmers, the processors and the rice dealers for all the successes you have achieved to date. Specifically, I want to thank you for believing in this Administration and our commitment to economic diversification and inclusive growth. Your investments of over Three Hundred […]

May I begin by commending my brother, Dr. Bode Ayorinde, who has a Doctor of Law and is a former lecturer at the University of Ife. He is also a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Bankers; the Founder & Pro-Chancellor of Achievers University, Owo and Chairman of the House Technical Committee on Recession. I […]