The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday called on the Federal Government to immortalise the late former President Muhammadu Buhari by naming a national monument in his honour. The resolution followed a motion moved by the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele, during … Continue reading Immortalise Buhari with national monument – Senate tells Nigerian Govt
Femi Adesina, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to former President Muhammadu Buhari, disclosed on Wednesday that Buhari expressed regret over some decisions made during his tenure and believed he could have handled certain matters better. Speaking at an … Continue reading Buhari expresses regret over certain presidential decisions – Adesina
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has explained that he left his hometown of Daura, Katsina State, to seek a quieter environment. Buhari stated that the constant influx of visitors to his residence in Daura led him to search for a more … Continue reading Buhari reveals why he ran away from Daura to London
The Nigerian Senate has rejected the contentious National Water Resources Bill, 2023, which sought to transfer control of water resources from the states to the federal government. Proposed by former President Muhammadu Buhari in 2017, the bill aimed to establish … Continue reading Senate rejects controversial water bill proposed by Buhari
In a statement released shortly after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s inauguration, the South-West Professional Youths Network has appealed to him to retain certain “outstanding” appointees from the previous administration of Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.). The group, led by Comrade … Continue reading Group urges Tinubu to retain ‘outstanding’ appointees of Buhari
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has approved some of the world’s strictest laws targeting the LGBTQ community. The legislation includes provisions such as the death penalty for “aggravated homosexuality,” which encompasses acts involving minors, HIV-positive individuals, and incest. The bill also … Continue reading Uganda’s president, Museveni, signs controversial anti-LGBTQ laws
As the tenure of President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration draws to a close on May 29, 2023, Nollywood actor Ime Bishop Umoh, popularly known as Okon, has expressed his hope that the incoming government will not mismanage the country to the … Continue reading I pray we don’t have a Nigeria that will make us miss Buhari – Okon
The ex-President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, has left the Eagle Square in Abuja and is currently heading to the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, as he makes his way back to his hometown of Daura in Katsina State. Buhari’s … Continue reading Former President, Buhari, departs from the Eagle Square for his hometown, Daura
President Muhammadu Buhari delivered his final address to the Nigerian people after eight years in office. He acknowledged the difficult choices he made during his tenure that caused pain and suffering to the citizens. He also expressed pride in leaving … Continue reading Nigeria reflects on President Buhari’s farewell address, criticisms, and hope for the future
In a statement titled ‘President Buhari broadcasts to the nation,’ Femi Adesina, the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to President Muhammadu Buhari, announced that the President will deliver his farewell message to Nigerians on Sunday at 7:00 am. Adesina … Continue reading Buhari to deliver farewell message to Nigerians 7am on Sunday
Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State has strongly criticized President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, labeling it as the worst in Nigeria’s history. Ortom accused the outgoing president of bringing about widespread poverty and insecurity, creating a significant negative impact on the … Continue reading Samuel Ortom condemns president Buhari’s administration as the worst in Nigerian history
President Muhammadu Buhari has issued a directive to all outgoing elected and appointed government officials under his administration to declare their assets. The President made this announcement during a ceremony at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, where he received his … Continue reading Buhari directs outgoing officials to declare assets as a measure to combat corruption
Former INEC Chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, has attributed the deteriorating security situation in Nigeria to inadequate governance. Speaking as the keynote speaker at the Pre-Inaugural Lecture honoring the governor-elect of Niger State, Umaru Bago Mohammed, Jega highlighted that the current … Continue reading Former INEC chairman blames insecurity on bad governance in Nigeria
President Muhammadu Buhari has given his approval for the appointment of Dr Obinna Awiaka as the Registrar of the Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians Registration Board of Nigeria (ODORBN), effective from June 1, 2023. ODORBN is the regulatory agency responsible for … Continue reading Buhari appoints Dr Obinna Awiaka as registrar of ODORBN
Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed, has denied the claim that the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has been dissolved. Speaking to state house correspondents after the valedictory council meeting, Mohammed clarified that President Buhari has instructed them to continue … Continue reading Lai Mohammed refutes claim of federal executive council dissolution
President Muhammadu Buhari has officially commissioned the Kajola Wagon Assembly Plant in Ogun State as part of the government’s commitment to ensuring the sustainability of the ongoing railway modernization project. The facility, the first of its kind in West Africa, … Continue reading President Buhari inaugurates Kajola wagon assembly plant to boost railway modernization
Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, announced on Wednesday that he has forgiven President Muhammadu Buhari for blaming his administration for the killings in the state. Ortom made this statement during an interview on Arise Television’s ‘The Morning Show’. Initially, Ortom … Continue reading Benue state governor forgives president Buhari and advocates for unity and progress
President Muhammadu Buhari is set to inaugurate seven landmark projects completed by the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing across Nigeria. The confirmation of this significant event was provided by Mr. Femi Adesina, the President’s spokesman, in a statement released … Continue reading President Buhari to inaugurate seven legacy projects strengthening Nigeria’s infrastructure
During the period between 2015 and 2023, Nigeria experienced a total of 14 military air crashes resulting in the loss of 15 aircraft, according to reports. These incidents led to the tragic deaths of at least 33 military personnel, while … Continue reading Nigeria witnessed 14 military air crashes under president Buhari’s tenure, experts cite maintenance issues as main cause
The Minister of State for Labour, Employment and Productivity, Festus Keyamo, has dismissed the notion that President Muhammadu Buhari would approve the proposed extension of the retirement age for Nigerian workers to 65 years. In an interview in Abuja, Keyamo … Continue reading Buhari rejects proposed 65 year retirement age for workers – Festus Keyamo
President Muhammadu Buhari highlighted the significant reduction in piracy over the past seven years, leading to Nigeria’s removal from the list of piracy-prone countries. Speaking at the 2023 Presidential Fleet Review in Lagos, organized by the Nigerian Navy, President Buhari … Continue reading Buhari highlights significant reduction in piracy and naval achievements at fleet review
President Muhammadu Buhari is scheduled to inaugurate the Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals, the world’s largest single-train refinery, situated in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos. This landmark event is expected to transform Nigeria’s oil and gas sector significantly. Joining President Buhari are five other … Continue reading Dangote refinery: Buhari sets to inaugurate Nigeria’s game changing mega project in oil and gas sector
In a recent statement issued in Abuja today, the President of Nigeria, Major-General Muhammadu Buhari (retd), has given his approval for the appointment of Toyin Madein as the new Accountant-General of the Federation. The Director of Communications at the Office … Continue reading Buhari appoints Toyin Madein as accountant general of the federation
Governor Bello Matawalle of Zamfara State has voiced his opposition to the purported study leave granted to the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele. Speculation had arisen that the President had approved Emefiele’s request to proceed … Continue reading Governor Matawalle opposes study leave for CBN Governor, calls for accountabilit
President Muhammadu Buhari asserted that his administration has established a strong foundation for a prosperous Nigeria during his speech at the induction of governors-elect in Abuja. Represented by his chief of staff, Ibrahim Gambari, the president highlighted the government’s efforts … Continue reading President Buhari highlights firm foundation for a prosperous Nigeria in address to governors elect
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