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Authorities have confirmed that Iran's president, Ebrahim Raisi, and the country's foreign minister died in a helicopter crash in an area near the border with Azerbaijan.

20/05/2024

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Hukumomi sun tabbatar cewa shugaban Iran, Ebrahim Raisi da ministan harkokin wajen ƙasar, sun rasu a wani hatsarin jirgin sama mai saukar ungulu a wani yanki da ke kusa da kan iyaka da Azerbaijan.

14/04/2024

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VP Shettima, Zulum, wives, visits Tinubu in Lagos

Vice President Kashim Shettima and Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, were joined by their wives, Nana Kashim Shettima and Dr Falmata Babagana Umara Zulum, on Friday in Lagos to pay sallah homage to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Eid el Fitr (Sallah) is celebrated by Muslims around the world to mark the end of Ramadan fast.

The Vice President, on the same Friday, after the personal visit, led governors of the 36 states and the leadership of the National Assembly, to pay a visit to the president.

The age-long Sallah homage to the president is usually carried out by selected dignitaries, senior officials of government and stakeholders.

Zulum returned to Maiduguri on Saturday and embarked on an inspection of infrastructures constructed by his administration, these include the new 500 housing estate along Damaturu highway, Borno's second flyover located near Borno Express terminus, metro housing estate and mega primary school, Muna.

22/01/2024

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𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗟𝗼𝗮𝗻 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗕𝗼𝗹𝗮 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗯𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗴

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17/01/2024

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𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗠𝘆 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘁 𝘀𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗜𝗯𝗮𝗱𝗮𝗻 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻

I am deeply saddened by the devastating explosion that occurred in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, on Tuesday night.

The explosion killed two persons and wounded about 80 others. It also destroyed several buildings, vehicles, and other properties.
It is worrisome that the cause of the blast is being attributed to the activities of illegal miners. Those behind the inexcusable and reckless behavior that has created the conditions for this sad incident to occur must be fished out and punished.

I commiserate with the government and people of Oyo State and call on all concerned agencies of government to unravel the circumstances that led to this tragedy with alacrity.

I have directed the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to work with the Oyo State Government to offer immediate and comprehensive relief to the victims.

Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR
President Federal Republic of Nigeria
January 17,2024

17/01/2024

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17/01/2024

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𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗯𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗕𝗶𝘀𝗶 𝗔𝗸𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗲: 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘁𝘆, 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗠𝗲; 𝗜 𝗔𝗺 𝗟𝘂𝗰𝗸𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗛𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂

President Bola Tinubu, on Tuesday night in Abuja, said he benefitted immensely from his close relationship with long-time confidant, Chief Bisi Akande, and that he considered himself lucky to have him.

Speaking at a dinner held at the State House Conference Centre to celebrate the 85th birthday of the elder statesman, President Tinubu said he was delighted that the sentiments he had about the former Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who is also a former governor of Osun State, resonated well with other speakers at the event.

“Listening to the remarks from the podium, they are inspirational enough. It has been said that you are Mr. Integrity, we, the younger ones, are very lucky to have you. You deserve to be celebrated. Thank you for always being forthright and being honest. I do not want to repeat myself beyond the fact that, lucky enough for me, I have you. I thank God for your life,” the President said to Chief Akande.

Recounting the role of Chief Akande in the process leading to the emergence of the APC as a mega party and its eventual election victory in 2015, the President stated that the lessons in forgiveness and patience that he learnt from the elder statesman eventually led him to becoming the President of Nigeria.

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17/01/2024

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Muhammadu Buhari

𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗯𝘂 𝘀𝗮𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗕𝘂𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮

President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday in Abuja thanked former President Muhammadu Buhari for his visionary leadership of Nigeria and commitment to probity, propriety, and service.

Speaking at the launch of two books on the former President; Working with Buhari: Reflections of a former Special Adviser to the President, Media & Publicity, by Femi Adesina, and Muhammadu Buhari: The Nigerian Legacy, by Dr. Udu Yakubu, President Tinubu said Buhari demonstrated integrity and transparency in leadership.

The President said the former President has kept his word not to interfere in government matters after leaving office.

“When you left office, you left a lot of pens and files for me for continuity. I inherited the liabilities and assets of my predecessor.

“You told me it will be difficult to please everyone as a leader. You advised that I should work hard and satisfy my conscience,” he said.

President Tinubu stated that former President Buhari inherited a tottering economy and an overwhelming security situation, but that the former President was able to start the process that would guarantee stability.

“I am glad that history has been reintroduced in our schools, and this will be part of our curriculum,’’ the President said on the books.

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17/01/2024

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13/01/2024

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𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗧𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗯𝘂 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝘀, 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗘𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of eleven (11) new Chief Executive Officers for agencies under the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy:

(1) Tola Akerele — Director-General, National Theatre

(2) Dr. Shaibu Husseini — Director-General, National Films and Censors Board

(3) Mr. Obi Asika — Director-General, National Council for Arts and Culture

(4) Aisha Adamu Augie — Director-General, Centre for Black and African Arts and Culture

(5) Ekpolador-Ebi Koinyan — Chief Conservator, National War Museum

(6) Ahmed Sodangi — Director-General, National Gallery of Art

(7) Chaliya Shagaya — Director-General, National Institute of Archeology and Museums Studies

(8) Hajiya Khaltume Bulama Gana — Artistic Director, National Troupe of Nigeria

(9) Otunba Biodun Ajiboye — Director-General, National Institute for Cultural Orientation

(10) Ali Nuhu — Managing-Director, Nigerian Film Corporation

(11) Ramatu Abonbo Mohammed — Director-General, National Commission for Museums and Monuments

11/01/2024

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The Governor of Borno State

Zulum to transport unions: Comply with load restriction laws or risk jail term
. Governor orders completion of trailer park in two months

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has issued a stern warning to transport unions, including the Road Transport Workers Union of Nigeria (NURTW), Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN), and Clearance Agents Association.

The governor noted that government will impose severe penalties, including jail terms on those that violate load restriction laws in the state.

Zulum served the warning in Maiduguri on Thursday during a meeting with the leadership of transport unions in the state at the council chamber of the government house.

The governor emphasized the importance of adhering to load restrictions as mandated by government's transportation regulations. However, he announced that Borno State Government will send a bill to the State House of Assembly for the review of existing road and transportation laws to provide explicit and stern punishment for violators.

Governor Zulum also instructed that weighbridges are to be installed in some strategic places to ensure that owners and operators of heavy trucks adhere to load restrictions on highways.
. Governor orders completion of trailer park in two months

Meanwhile, the governor directed the Ministry of Works and Housing to ensure the completion of works at the ongoing trailer park project in Maiduguri.

The governor explained that with the completion of the trailer park, government will fully enforce the state transport law banning trailers and other vehicles conveying heavy loads from accessing the city centre.

Governor Zulum stated that the measures are aimed at protecting road infrastructure in the state, saving huge amounts that could be used for maintenance.

09/01/2024

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The Governor of Borno State

Agriculture: Zulum orders reactivation of South Chad Irrigation Scheme

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has announced a plan to reactivate the South Chad Irrigation Scheme aimed at providing a livelihood for the resettled communities.

The governor made the announcement on Monday in Wulgo, a community in Ngala Local Government Area.

"Borno State Government will see how to open up and expand the irrigation activities on the shores of Lake Chad. We will resettle new communities and we shall reactivate the South Chad Irrigation Scheme in order to address food crises in Borno State," Zulum said.

The South Chad Irrigation Scheme comprising of communities along the water shores of Lake Chad, including Gamboru, Dambore, Wulgo, Marte, and Kirenuwa will create employment opportunities and enhance food security for the people in the region.

The governor noted that the State Ministry of Agriculture has mapped out a strategy for the reactivation of irrigation schemes across the state.

He said that the reactivation of the irrigation scheme would provide the resettled communities with livelihoods without relying on food aid for survival.

"You can see the quantum of food that is being distributed here, it is not sustainable to continue with such distribution. It is imperative, therefore, to look for medium- and longer-term sustainable solutions that will completely address food crises in the state. The State Ministry of Agriculture has taken a far-reaching decision that will address the food crises. Among them is the reactivation of the irrigation scheme across Borno State," Governor Zulum said.

The governor, accompanied by the senator representing Borno Central, Barrister Kaka Shehu Lawan, a member of the House of Representatives, Engr Bukar Talba, a member representing Ngala at the State Assembly, Hon Bukar Abatcha and the Local Government Chairman of Ngala, visited Gamboru, Wulgo and Dambore irrigation sites.

06/01/2024

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President Tinubu to Security Chiefs: You are making good progress, but there must be conclusive victory

President Bola Tinubu has asked the nation’s security chiefs to ensure that there is conclusive victory against the myriad of security threats assailing the country.

Addressing security chiefs and heads of intelligence agencies at a Presidential Security Briefing at the State House, in Abuja, on Friday, President Tinubu said while good progress is being made with the elimination of some security threats across multiple theatres, success will ultimately be defined by a final conclusion to the multi-dimensional menace.

“We have too many investments that we need to make now in soft and physical infrastructure, in social security, in MSME empowerment, and other growth enablers. We are pursuing a $1 trillion economy in the next few years, and our efforts will be undermined if we do not finally wrap up our progressive onslaught against enemies of progress. Be encouraged. The confidence of our people in your capacity is rising, and they are appreciative of the sacrifices of our men and women.

“The success you are recording is undeniable. Nigerians are seeing it, but the avoidable errors, as witnessed recently in Kaduna, are unacceptable and cannot be repeated. I am pleased that coordination between all agencies has dramatically improved over recent months, but there is no room for celebrations until we can end this; until we can bring our troops back to their own localities, and until we can free up resources for our critical economic expansion programme,” the President firmly stated.

The President emphasized that the armed forces must deliver on his objective to ensure the nation achieves a sustainable production of two million barrels of crude oil per day, including condensates, within the first quarter of 2024.

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06/01/2024

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President Tinubu extols Nigerians’ creative excellence, congratulates Funke Akindele on Box Office record

President Bola Tinubu celebrates the ingenuity, creativity, and immense artistic talents of Nigeria’s thriving entertainment industry.

President Tinubu congratulates Ms. Funke Akindele on her record-setting film and commends the ace thespian for her contributions to the growth of the industry.

The President extols the excellence of the Nigerian creative industry, acknowledging its pivotal place as a medium not only for artistic expression but also a source of enormous soft power and viable export.

“The creative industry is one of the high-employment sectors, providing jobs for our able and talented youths. It is an industry that is crucial to my administration. I salute Nigerians for their enduring support and patronage of home-grown creative efforts. We will provide the conducive environment for the industry to thrive further,” President Tinubu states.

Chief Ajuri Ngelale
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
January 5, 2024

05/01/2024

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Abba Kabir Yusuf

President Tinubu congratulates Kano Governor on 61st birthday

President Bola Tinubu congratulates Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State on his 61st birthday.

President Tinubu recognizes the steadfastness implicit in the political trajectory of Governor Yusuf, rising through the political rung from personal assistant, commissioner to governor.

The President wishes the Governor success in the discharge of his duties.

The President also prays that the Almighty grant the Governor many more years in good health and strength.

Chief Ajuri Ngelale
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
January 4, 2024

03/01/2024

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President Tinubu signs 2024 Budget of Renewed Hope, directs MDAs to provide monthly performance reports

President Bola Tinubu has signed the 2024 Appropriation Bill into law in keeping with his avowed commitment to maintaining a timeous, predictable, and efficient budget cycle.

President Tinubu assented to the bill at the State House, on Monday, shortly after returning to Abuja from Lagos.

Speaking at the signing of the bill, the President assured Nigerians that the implementation of the budget would be efficiently pursued and vigorously monitored, adding: “All the institutional mechanisms shall be held to account in ensuring diligent implementation”.

“All MDA’s have been directed to take responsibility and provide monthly Budget Performance Reports to the Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning, which in turn shall ensure the veracity of such. The Minister of Finance and Co-ordinating Minister of the Economy shall hold regular reviews with the Economic Management Team and, in addition, I shall Chair periodic Economic Coordination Council meetings,” he said.

The top priorities of the 2024 budget of N28.7 trillion are defence and internal security, job creation, macro-economic stability, improved investment environment, human capital development, poverty reduction, and social security.

The President emphasized that his commitment to enhance investment promotion while creating a rules-based society that favours no individual over the law begins with important reforms in the Nigerian judiciary, the funding for which is captured in the 2024 Appropriation Act.

“Funding the judiciary is a major element in our effort to support a just, rules-based society. Statutory transfer to the Judiciary has been increased from 165 billion naira to 342 billion naira,” the President said.

Some of the key estimates are capital expenditure, N10 trillion; recurrent expenditure, N8.8 trillion; debt service, N8.2 trillion, and statutory transfers, N1.7 trillion.

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31/12/2023

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From the palace of shehu of Bama

Earlier today at the Emir's Palace in Argungu, Kebbi State, His Royal Highness The Shehu of Bama, (Dr.) Umar Kyari Umar El-kanemi, attended the Wedding Fatiha of the Emir's son, Yusuf Samaila Mera.

29/12/2023

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*Betta Edu Receives Cross River State Govt Most Outstanding Public Service Award*

As Gov. Otu Describes Humanitarian Minister as the Jewel of the Crown In Nigeria

Nigeria's Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr Betta Edu, has been conferred with an outstanding public service award by the Cross River State Government.

At the presentation ceremony held at Diamond Hall, Transcorp Hotels, Calabar, the state Governor, Senator Bassey Otu who presented the Award to the Minister described her as 'the jewel of the Crown' and an outstanding daughter of Cross River state serving Nigeria at the National Level diligently"

The Governor said Dr. Edu has distinguished herself in every assignment given to her, saying her contributions to the social economic and political development of Cross River State and Nigeria can not be overemphasized.

He described the Cross River State Recognition of Excellence awards as one of its kind to encourage those coming behind to emulate good leaders by contributing their quota to the state and nation building.

Otu said the grand reception was a new dawn in the history of Cross River State.

"It's the dawn of a new era in the history of Cross River State where eminent sons and daughters who are serving at the federal level in their different capacities are recognised.

"They have been part of the state development agenda with distinguished human resources that has put the state growth trajectory at the national level.

"The essence of the award is to add value and encourage others to render selfless service to Cross River State and Nigeria.

"Dr Betta is our 'Jewel of the Crown' from Cross River State. She is Cross River state export to the world. she has been making the state proud, and we are proud of what she's doing at the centre
and for being an illustrious daughter of Cross River State and for your commitment to nation building, you are recognised, "Otu added.

Governor further said that "the unity of Cross River State is sacrosanct and place uppermost in this government which is a people first Government, because everybody is a stakeholder in the affairs of the state irrespective of religion, tribes and ethnic differences. He thanked President Bola Tinubu for appointing great Cross Riverians into strategic places in Government at the National, reassuring him that he will see the difference as Cross Riverians are hard workers.

Responding, the Minister described the award as "Very Close to My Heart and a challenge to do more in reducing poverty and humanitarian crises in Nigeria, in line with President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda"

"I dedicate this award to all Nigerians who are facing humanitarian challenges and assure them that solution is here under President Tinubu's. The president's commitment to lifting millions of Nigerians out of poverty is unprecedented.

"I want to most respectfully appreciate Mr President for giving me this opportunity to serve at the national level, same appreciation goes to my dear Governor, His Excellency Senator Bassey Edet Otu for organising this award and for all the support”. Dr. Edu further said.

Others who received the distinguished service awards include Justice of the Court of Appeal, Justice Jane Inyang, Minister for Sports, Senator John Owan Enoh, Chief of Defence Intelligence, Major Gen. Emmauel Udiandeye and six serving Assistant Inspector-General of Police who are indigenes of Cross River state.

Rasheed Olanrewaju Zubair (ANIPR), Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to Honourable Minister, FMHAPA.
27/12/2023

29/12/2023

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Nigeria Police Force

IGP Arrives Jos, to meet governor, stakeholders
As he orders deployment of tactical teams, equipment, Orders relocation of AIG Zone 4 to Plateau State with immediate effect.

29/12/2023

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President Tinubu: Nigeria's progressive movement must deliver on quality education for all Nigerian children and jobs for youths

President Bola Tinubu says democracy must be progressive and inclusive with a primary focus on pragmatically addressing poverty through the provision of job opportunities for youths and quality education for all Nigerian children.

Receiving members of the National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives' Congress (APC), on Thursday, in Lagos, President Tinubu expressed support for the establishment of the National Institute of Progressive Studies by the party.

The President noted that the Institute is expected to conduct diligent research and educate all party members on the principles of democracy and good governance while providing a distinct identity for the party.

''Democracy has faced challenges in the past, but I believe in a promising future for our country. We will deliver it. I am committed to supporting a strong and ideologically-determined democracy that is progressive, inclusive, and focused on eliminating poverty while providing quality education for our children.

''Collaboration with various government arms is crucial, and I commend the leadership of our party for working hard to promote these essential ideals,'' the President stated.

The President called on the leadership of the party to target more youths and women in its e-registration and digital membership validation exercise scheduled to be completed in the first quarter of 2024.

''I stand solidly with you in the advancement of the progressive ideological stance of our party and we will pursue it with vigour,'' he stated.

President Tinubu thanked members of the party for the overwhelming show of support to him during the campaigns, the electoral victory, and with the affirmation of his presidency by the Supreme Court.

''It has been a while since we have had the opportunity to come together, especially since the Supreme Court ruling. I had hoped for a gathering, but the demanding tasks of my office that we fought for have called for increased focus, dedication, and time," the President said.

Expressing concern on the alarming figure of out-of-school children in the country, President Tinubu declared: ''We must address this issue by establishing more schools, recruiting teachers, and providing at least one meal a day for the school children, aligning with the progressive ideology we aim to pursue.''

The National Chairman of the All Progressives' Congress, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje informed the President that plans are being put in place by the NWC to ensure the success of the party in the coming bye-elections into National and State legislative houses in February 2024.

''We assure Your Excellency that under our leadership and with your consent, strategies have been put in place to win the support of our people and secure all the seats available for the electoral contest,'' he said.

Chief Ajuri Ngelale
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
December 28, 2023

29/12/2023

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28/12/2023

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President Tinubu salutes excellence of Nigerian women as he hosts Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala

President Bola Tinubu and the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, hosted Asisat Oshoala, Super Falcons striker and 2023 CAF Women’s Player of the Year, in Lagos, on Thursday.

President Tinubu and the First Lady had congratulated the Barcelona Femeni star on winning the best African female footballer of the year for the sixth time.

The President and the First Lady commended Oshoala for distinguishing herself in the sport, applauding her significant contributions to women’s football on the continent.

“Nigerian women will always have a pride of place in the world. What our ladies have achieved in football, our women are achieving in all fields of endeavour around the world—rising to the top and demonstrating the best of the Nigerian character of excellence, tenacity, ingenuity, and resilience,” the President said.

Cognizant of the feats of star sprinter, Tobi Amusan, and the presence of multiple Nigerian women on the Forbes’ ‘2023 World’s 100 Most Powerful Women,’ List, including media mogul, Ms. Mo Abudu, and Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the President and the First Lady assured Oshoala of the nation’s continued support for her and other Nigerian women striving for excellence in their chosen paths.

Speaking to journalists after the warm reception, Oshoala said: ‘’I want to appreciate the President and the First Lady for giving me the opportunity to present the award to them. During the last World Cup, we had a couple of issues, and they intervened and have been very supportive to the girls, even after the competition.’’

Chief Ajuri Ngelale
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
December 28, 2023

28/12/2023

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President Tinubu: Nigeria is being re-engineered for the prosperity of all and not an elite minority

President Bola Tinubu says his administration will not stop working tirelessly to revamp the nation’s economy and create viable opportunities for young people to meaningfully participate in an inclusive, labour-intensive economy where businesses can thrive.

President Tinubu made the declaration at the State House in Marina, Lagos State, on Wednesday, during a town-hall meeting with traditional rulers, chairpersons of Local Governments and Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) and other political-office holders in the state.

The President said Nigeria, under his Renewed Hope Administration, is undergoing a process of financial re-engineering and appealed to citizens to be patient and supportive of the ongoing reforms which are bound to transform the economy for the better.

‘’The financial re-engineering of our country is ongoing. We are determined to deliver Nigeria safely through the tunnel of hope, stability, and economic prosperity.

‘’Nigeria is in good hands. The team is working, and we will work hard to give you the best economy and the best opportunities that you can imagine,’’ the President stated.

Acknowledging the concerns raised at the meeting, the President explained that the complexities of state matters have limited his opportunities to frequently interact with some of his long-time friends and constituents in Lagos.

27/12/2023

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Kashim Shettima

We won't rest until you get justice, VP Shettima assures Plateau communities

* Says we must embrace peace, stop killings

The President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration will not rest on its oars until victims of the gruesome attacks on communities in Barkin Ladi and Bokkos local government areas of Plateau State get justice and the residents are safe.

The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, gave the assurance when he visited crisis-ravaged communities in Plateau State to condole with the people and state government over the recent killings in Barkin Ladi and Bokkos local government areas of the state.

Vowing vehemently that the Killings on the Plateau and other parts of the country must stop, the VP said, "Now Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Please accept our deepest apologies. Because we won’t rest until you access justice and until you are safe."

Senator Shettima informed the people about how heart-broken his principal, President Tinubu, had been since he received news of the gory incident, saying the president "is deeply shaken by this tragedy and shares in this unspeakable sorrow that has shattered the joy of Christmas across the country.

"When one community bleeds, the entire nation feels the pain. The pain we feel now transcends ethnicity or religion, geography or politics. The grief that binds us is a testament to our shared humanity, not differences," he added.

Identifying with the grieving families who lost loved ones in the attack, the Vice President acknowledged the fact that it is an indescribable nightmare to bury families, describing it as a rare experience that is much more unbearable than the pain of losing one or two loved ones.

"We cannot fathom the depth of this grief beyond the experience of the bereaved. We can only offer to assuage your pain. What has happened to you is a funeral for the entire nation. Our hearts bleed alongside yours, our dear brothers and sisters in Bokkos, Barkin-Ladi, and all over Plateau State," he stated.

VP Shettima assured the people that the Tinubu administration is out to protect them and ensure justice, even though it may appear as if the government has failed them in their time of serious need.

Noting that justice is the path to collective safety, unity, and healing of the nation, he said, "We came to power promising to uphold the sanctity of every citizen's life, and now is the time to reassure you that this inter-community violence, which has hijacked the humanity and serenity of this beautiful State over the past decades, will never persist under our watch. We will harness all our resources to bring those responsible to justice; we will not rest until we are able to prevent the recurrence of these heinous acts.

"Your blood, your tears, and your cries stain our collective conscience. We are here for you, we are here, resolute in our commitment to ensuring that the perpetrators of these mindless killings face the full force of the law."

He however appealed to the people of Plateau State to resist what he described as "the temptation to succumb to sectional divisions or the poisonous rhetoric of hatred towards" their fellow citizens while assuring that the government is set out to ensure justice and security for them.

"This violence persists due to this dangerous practice of treating criminals as ambassadors of their group, where the law is taken into our hands, and where protection fails. But this is not the case now. This is a promise," Shettima assured.

Stanley Nkwocha
Senior Special Assistant to The President on Media and Communications
(Office of The Vice President)
27th December, 2023