Tinubu Hails Super Eagles’ 4–1 Win, Urges Focus on World Cup
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Nigeria’s Super Eagles on their commanding 4–1 victory over Gabon in Thursday’s FIFA World Cup qualifying Africa Playoff match, describing the performance as a powerful demonstration of the “Nigerian spirit that rises, adapts, and triumphs.” In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, […]
FG Suspends Implementation of 15% Import Duty on Petrol, Diesel
The Federal Government has put a hold on its earlier plan to introduce a 15 percent import levy on petrol and diesel, a move that had sparked concerns among industry players and consumers. In an official statement released on Thursday, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) confirmed the suspension, reassuring Nigerians of […]
Tinubu Orders Education Minister to Prevent ASUU Strike, Keep Public Universities Open
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, to take every necessary step to ensure that Nigeria’s public universities remain open and that students continue their academic activities without disruption. Dr. Alausa disclosed this to journalists on Wednesday after a closed-door meeting with the President at the Aso Rock Presidential […]
House of Representatives Confirms New Service Chiefs Amid Nigeria Security Overhaul
The House of Representatives has officially confirmed the new leadership of Nigeria’s armed forces nearly a week after their appointment by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as part of a sweeping security restructuring. In letters addressed to the legislature and read in plenary, President Tinubu nominated Olufemi Oluyede as Chief of Defence Staff (CDS); Waidi Shaibu […]
Akpabio Commends Tinubu Over Appointment of New Service Chiefs in Nigeria
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has lauded President Bola Tinubu for his recent appointments of new service chiefs, describing the move as “timely” and crucial for strengthening Nigeria’s security apparatus. Speaking during plenary following the President’s official communication to the Senate, Akpabio emphasized the importance of swift confirmation by lawmakers to ensure the new military leadership […]
Tinubu Swears In Joash Amupitan as New INEC Chairman
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to swear in Professor Joash Ojo Amupitan, SAN, as the 13th Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), marking a new era for Nigeria’s electoral body. The Appointment Amupitan — a legal scholar from Ayetoro-Gbede in Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State — was nominated by President […]