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Tinubu meets with National Assembly leadership over successors
Tinubu meets with National Assembly leadership over successors Posted by News Express | 2 June 2023 | 8 times •President Tinubu with Senate President Lawan and Reps Speaker Gbajabiamila By ISMAILA CHAFE President Bola Tinubu met with Senate President, Ahmad Lawan and the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, on Thursday in Abuja over the choice of the leadership for the 10th National Assembly.
Buhari returns home to heroic welcome
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has returned to his country home, Daura, Katsina State, after handing over to President Bola Tinubu at Eagle Square in Abuja. It was reported that the Presidential Jet, Air force 001, which conveyed the former president for the last time touched down at the Umaru Musa Yar’Adua International Airport, Katsina, in the afternoon.
Tinubu condoles AIT, family over Dokpesi’s death
President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the death of the founder of Daar Communications, owners of African Independence Television (AIT) and Raypower, High Chief Raymond Dokpesi. Dokpesi died on Monday at an Abuja hospital. In a statement from his office on Monday evening, the President described the death of the media mogul as a huge loss to the Nigerian media industry and the country.
'Huge loss' - Tinubu reacts to Dokpesi’s death
By Ismaila Chafe President Bola Tinubu has described the death of the founder of Daar Communications, owners of African Independence Television (AIT) and Raypower, High Chief Raymond Dokpesi as a huge loss to the Nigerian media industry and the country. The 71-year-old media mogul died on Monday at an Abuja hospital, according to statement released by his family. Tinubu, in a statement from his office on Monday evening expressed sadness over the death of Dokpesi.
UK, US, others pledge support for President Tinubu
By Ismaila Chafe United Kingdom, United States, Saudi Arabia, Japan, Brazil, South Korea, Israel, Cape Verde, Somalia and other countries on Monday formally presented their goodwill messages and letters of support and solidarity to President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
Buhari congratulates Erdogan over electoral victory in Turkey
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated President Racep Erdogan on his victory in the Presidential election upon defeating the opposition candidate Kemal Kilicdaroglu in the second round of voting. His felicitations are contained in a statement by his media aide, Malam Garba Shehu on Sunday night in Abuja According to Buhari, the re-election of Erdogan would augur well for the wellbeing of the very important relations between Nigeria and Turkey.
Buhari announces last appointment as president
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari made what was obviously his last appointment in office on Sunday wih the naming of outgoing Member of the House of Representatives for Kano Municipal, Sha’aban Sharada as Executive Secretary of the newly established National Commission for Almajiri. Malam Garba Shehu, the President’s spokesman confirmed this on Sunday night in Abuja.
Surrender Obalende Eid prayer ground to Lagos community-Buhari directs Dodan Barracks
Surrender Obalende Eid prayer ground to Lagos community–Buhari directs Dodan Barracks Posted by News Express | 29 May 2023 | 44 times •Ex-President Buhari By ISMAILA CHAFE Hours before he ended his tenure as Nigeria’s 15th President, Muhammad Buhari directed that the control of Obalende Eid prayer ground be returned to the Jama’atul Muslimeen Council of the Lagos Central Mosque. Malam Garba Shehu, the erstwhile President’s spokesman, confirmed this development in a statement on Sunday in Abuja.
Buhari salutes Abdulrazaq on emergence as NGF Chairman
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq on his emergence as the new Chairman of Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF). In a congratulatory message issued by his Spokesman, Malam Garba Shehu, on Friday in Abuja, Buhari urged the governor to give his best in providing leadership for the forum. He commended the governors for their maturity and the stability of NGF over the years, especially in electing new leaders.
Buhari makes new appointments four days to end of tenure
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has approved new appointments into the management and Board of National National Agricultural Development Fund four days to the end of his tenure of office. The President, who will quit office on Monday, 29 May late Thursday evening approved the appointment of Dr. Garzali Abubakar as the Executive Secretary of the Fund, according to a statement by his spokesperson, Malam Garba Shehua.
‘I’ve run a good race, I’ve finished my course’ - Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday in Abuja declared that he has finished his tenure successfully. “I have run a good race, I have finished my course. It is now time for another to take up the baton,” Buhari said this after the investiture of President-elect, Sen. Bola Tinubu with GCFR, and Vice President-elect, Sen. Kashim Shettima with GCON.
FG approves banks to issue NIN Card to Nigerians
By Ismaila Chafe Abuja, May 24, 2023 The Federal Government says Nigerians can now request their commercial banks to issue them with a debit card which doubles as their National Identity Card at no extra cost. Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof Isa Pantami, who disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja, said the approval was obtained at the meeting of the Federal Executive Council (FEC). The meeting was presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
Buhari swears-in 7 RMAFC Commissioners
President Muhammadu Buhari has swore-in seven Federal Commissioners of the Revenue, Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) as he presides over the last meeting of the Federal Executive Council (FEC). Our correspondent reports that those sworn-in include Sen. Ayogu Eze (Enugu State), Peter Opara (Imo), Hawa Aliyu (Jigawa) and Rakiya Haruna (Kebbi State). Others are Ismaila Agaka (Kwara), Kolawole Abimbola (Oyo) and Ayuba Ngako (Federal Capital Territory).
Buhari swears-in 7 RMAFC Commissioners at last FEC meeting
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has swore-in seven Federal Commissioners of the Revenue, Mobilization, Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) as he presides over the last meeting of the Federal Executive Council (FEC). Those sworn-in include Sen. Ayogu Eze (Enugu State), Peter Opara (Imo), Hawa Aliyu (Jigawa) and Rakiya Haruna (Kebbi State). Others are Ismaila Agaka (Kwara), Kolawole Abimbola (Oyo) and Ayuba Ngako (Federal Capital Territory).
Buhari to inaugurate 7 legacy projects Tuesday - Presidency
President Muhammadu Buhari will on Tuesday, inaugurate seven legacy projects completed by the Federal Ministry of Works and Housing across the country.
Buhari inaugurates Dangote Refinery, calls it game changer for Nigeria’s economy
President Muhammadu Buhari has inaugurated Dangote Petroleum Refinery in Ibeju-Lekki, Lagos, said to be the largest petrochemical company in the world. The company is expected to make Nigeria self-sufficient in refined petroleum products and have surplus for export. Speaking at the occasion on Monday, May 22, 2023, the president described the feat as a significant milestone for Nigeria’s economy and a game changer for the downstream petroleum products market in Africa.
Buhari condoles with UN, family over death of Morah
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has sympathised with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and staff of the multilateral institution and agencies, over the loss of revered demographer, Dr Benson Morah, 78. The president, in a statement issued by his media aide, Malam Garba Shehu, in Abuja, commiserated with the family, friends and professional associates of the administrator, development and population expert.
Presidency produces 55-minute documentary on highlights of Buhari’s administration
The Media Department of the State House, Abuja, has produced a 55-minute documentary, titled, “Muhammadu Bihari Was Here.” According to a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja by the President’s spokesman, Mr Femi Adesina, the documentary which showcases high points of the government’s achievements, will be aired as follows: 1. Channels Television – Sunday, May 21 at 6.00pm ; 2. NTA Monday, May 22 at 8.00pm; and 3. TVC – Tuesday, May 23 at 6.00pm.
Buhari mourns founder of FCMB, Subomi Balogun
Buhari mourns founder of FCMB, Subomi Balogun Posted by News Express | 20 May 2023 | 33 times •President Buhari By ISMAILA CHAFE President Muhammadu Buhari says he shares in the grief the business community, particularly banking and investment sector, over the passing of an illustrious citizen, Chief Michael “Subomi” Balogun, 89. The President, in a statement by his spokesman, Mr Femi Adesina on Friday in Abuja, condoled with family members, friends, and associates of the revered businessman.
Buhari grants 65 ex-Corps members automatic employments
Buhari grants 65 ex-Corps members automatic employments Posted by News Express | 19 May 2023 | 13 times •President Buhari By ISMAILA CHAFE President Muhammadu Buhari has granted automatic employments in the Federal Civil Service to 65 former members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
Buhari: Sacrifices of BMO members for my administration very un-Nigerian
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has showered praises on members of his media support group, the Buhari Media Organization (BMO) for volunteering their time and energy throughout the eight years of his administration “without salary, letter of appointment or any formal rewards.” The President who described the sacrifices of members of BMO as ‘very un-Nigerian’ spoke at a farewell meeting with them on Thursday in Abuja.
Buhari appoints Akintola FERMA board chairman
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday approved the appointment of Mr James Akintola as the chairman of the board of the Federal Roads Maintenance Agency (FERMA). Akintola was appointed to replace Mr. Tunde Lemo, Femi Adesina, spokesperson to the President said in a statement. Lemo had earlier voluntarily stepped down from the position as FERMA board chairman. “Other members of the old board have their terms renewed,’’ Adesina stated.
Buhari gives jobs, cash, scholarships to 65 ex-Corps members
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has granted automatic employment 52 former members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) who were recipient of the Presidential Honours Awards as well as 13 physically challenged others recognised under the Hope Alive programme of the scheme. The automatic employments are in the Federal Civil Service.
Buhari grants 65 ex-Corps members automatic employments
President Muhammadu Buhari has granted automatic employments in the Federal Civil Service to 65 former members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). Speaking at the NYSC 50th Anniversary Honours Award held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, on Thursday, the Nigerian leader also highlighted numerous achievements of the scheme since its establishment 50 years ago.
Buhari to Diplomats: Always respect cultures, traditional institutions
President Muhammadu Buhari has advised the High Commissioner of the United Kingdom, Richard Montgomery, to always uphold the noble standards of diplomacy, like his predecessors, by respecting the traditional institutions in Nigeria. The president gave the advice when he received Letters of Credence from the United Kingdom High Commissioner, and his counterpart from the Democratic Republic of Sri Lanka, Velupillai Kananathan, in Abuja on Thursday.
Buhari inaugurates Kashimbila Multipurpose Dam
President Muhammadu Buhari has inaugurated the Kashimbila Multipurpose Dam, 40MW Hydropower Station and Associated 132KV Switchyard, Transmission Line and Distribution Substation (Phase I) Project. Speaking at a virtual ceremony held at the Council Chamber, State House, Abuja, on Thursday, the president underscored the importance of the project, located at the Kashimbila Dam site in Taraba.
FEC approves $4.7bn Ondo, Snake Island, Burutu ports development | METROWATCH
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved port development projects worth $4,713,841,477 in Delta, Ondo and Lagos States. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the approval was given during the weekly FEC meeting presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
FEC approves $4.7bn Ondo, Snake Island, Burutu ports development - Global Patriot Newspapers
Home / News / Local / FEC approves $4.7bn Ondo, Snake Island, Burutu ports development Local, News 1 Views By Ismaila Chafe Abuja, May 17, 2023 The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved port development projects worth $4,713,841,477 in Delta, Ondo and Lagos States. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the approval was given during the weekly FEC meeting presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
Buhari writes Gen. Aliyu Gusau
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has written a congratulatory letter to former Minister of Defence, retired Gen. Aliyu Gusau, as he turns 80 tomorrow, May 18, 2023. In the congratulatory message issued by his spokesman, Mr Femi Adesina, on Wednesday in Abuja, Buhari rejoiced with the retired military officer, who held several high-level national security, military and intelligence offices with distinction.
Buhari mourns Methodist Church Prelate Emeritus Mbang
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has condoled with all Methodists in Nigeria and in the Diaspora on the passing of Prelate Emeritus, Methodist Church Nigeria, Dr Sunday Mbang. This is contained in a statement issued by the president’s Spokesman, Mr Femi Adesina, on Wednesday in Abuja. Buhari also extended his heartfelt condolences to the Mbang family, the government and people of Akwa Ibom and the entire body of Christ in Nigeria and worldwide.
Buhari to inaugurate VIP Wing of State House Medical Centre Friday
President Muhammadu Buhari will on Friday inaugurate the state-of-the-art Presidential/VIP Wing of the State House Medical Centre, Abuja. The Director, Information, State House, Mr Abiodun Oladunjoye, confirmed this in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja. He said that the inauguration of the health project was part of the Buhari administration’s commitment to advancing healthcare management in the country.
Buhari returns from London
President Muhammadu Buhari has returned to Abuja after joining other world leaders to attend the coronation of His Majesty, King Charles III as King of the United Kingdom and Leader of the Commonwealth. Our correspondent reports that the Nigerian leader, who returned to Abuja on Tuesday evening, extended his stay in London after the coronation by one additional week on health ground.
Buhari hails Hilda Baci for placing Nigeria on global spotlight
President Muhammadu Buhari says he shares the joy of celebrations as 27-year-old Gourmet Chef, Hilda Bassey Effiong, aka Hilda Baci, makes history by breaking the world record of longest hours of cooking. The President in a statement by his spokesman, Mr Femi Adesina on Monday in Abuja, noted the antecedents of the restaurateur, who dazzled at the Jollof Face-off Competition, 2021.
Renowned UNILAG scholar, Ralph Akinfeleye loses wife, Buhari mourns
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has condoled with renowned ex- University of Lagos Mass Communication lecturer, Prof. Ralph Akinfeleye, over passing of his wife of many years, Mrs. Carol Anike Akinfeleye. In a condolence message issued by his spokesman, Mr Femi Adesina, on Sunday in Abuja, Buhari prayed for God’s comfort for Akinfeleye and family at this trying period of grief.
Buhari congratulates Gov. Adeleke at 63
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun as he celebrates his 63rd birthday, May 13, 2023, urging him to seek God to deliver on his mandate. His congratulatory message was issued by his spokesman, Mr Femi Adesina, on Friday in Abuja.
Buhari appoints AIG Umar as Adviser on Security
Buhari appoints AIG Umar as Adviser on Security Posted by News Express | 11 May 2023 | 4 times By ISMAILA CHAFE President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed the retiring Assistant Inspector General of Police, Garba Umar, as a Senior Security Adviser on International Police Cooperation and Counter-terrorism in the office of the Minister of Police Affairs. Malam Garba Shehu, the President’s Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, confirmed this in a statement on Thursday in Abuja.
Buhari salutes Ekun on 50th anniversary as Table Tennis Champion
President Muhammadu Buhari has joined former National champion, Waheed Ekun, in celebrating the 50th anniversary of his table tennis national title at the 1st National Sports Festival in 1973. The President in a statement by his media aide, Mr Femi Adesina on Wednesday in Abuja, commended Ekun, an international table tennis coach, for representing Nigeria at international meets for many years.
Buhari to stay additional 1 week in London for medical reasons - Presidency
Buhari to stay additional 1 week in London for medical reasons — Presidency Posted by News Express | 10 May 2023 | 51 times •President Buhari By ISMAILA CHAFE President Muhammadu Buhari will be in London for an additional one week, at the behest of his Dentist, who has started attending to him. Mr Femi Adesina, the President’s spokesman confirmed this in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja.
Buhari salutes Senior Pastor Poju Oyemade at 55
President Muhammadu Buhari has joined congregants of The Covenant Nation (TCN), Christian leaders, friends and family members to celebrate with Senior Pastor and founder of the ministry, Poju Oyemade, on his 55th birthday. In a congratulatory message issued by his spokesman, Mr Femi Adesina, on Monday in Abuja, Buhari felicitated Oyemade and his wife, Toyin, on the joyous occasion.
Electoral lessons learnt from 2023 will make subsequent polls better - Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari has again expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the 2023 general elections in Nigeria, considering the turnout of voters and the generally peaceful atmosphere under which it took place. The president, who stated this while addressing his colleagues at the Commonwealth Leaders Summit on Friday in London, said the country learnt lessons [...]
What Buhari told Commonwealth leaders about Nigeria's 2023 election
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has said the conduct of 2023 election was another step towards deepening Nigeria’s democracy with peaceful, transparent poll with credible outcomes.
Buhari seeks confirmation of 12 nominees for Governing Board of NEDC
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari has asked the Senate to confirm the appointment of 12 nominees as members of the Governing Board of the North East Development Commission (NEDC). According to a statement by Malam Garba Shehu, the President’s spokesman, on Friday in Abuja, the president’s request is contained in a letter addressed to Senate President Ahmed Lawan dated May 3.
Buhari mourns popular Musician, Chris Mba
Buhari mourns popular Musician, Chris Mba Posted by News Express | 6 May 2023 | 11 times •Late music star Chris Mba By ISMAILA CHAFE President Muhammadu Buhari has extended condolences to family, friends and fans of Chris Mba, one of the icons of Nigerian highlife music. Mba’s works brought excitement to many households and his admirers in social and corporate functions.
Buhari salutes Lalong at 60, lauds him for ”far sighted decisions”
President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated Gov. Simon Lalong of Plateau as he marked his 60th birthday, expressing gratitude for the immense affection shown to him by the governor and the people of Plateau. The president made his feelings known in a statement by his spokesman, Malam Garba Shehu, on Friday in Abuja. “I express my special gratitude to Lalong as he marks his landmark birthday.
APC electoral victory, a difficult reality for opposition parties – Presidency - P.M. News
By Ismaila Chafe The electoral victory of the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates in the 2023 general elections is a difficult reality for the opposition parties, according to the Presidency. Malam Garba Shehu, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, stated this while receiving members of the “Arewa Young Lawyers’ Forum (AYLF),” the umbrella body for all young lawyers in Northern Nigeria.
FG approves National Blockchain Policy, okays N16.7bn refund for Borno
FG approves National Blockchain Policy, okays N16.7bn refund for Borno Posted by News Express | 4 May 2023 | 31 times •Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Pantami By ISMAILA CHAFE The Federal Government on Wednesday in Abuja approved the implementation of the National Blockchain Policy for Nigeria. A blockchain is a decentralised, distributed and public digital ledger used to record transactions across many computers.
Buhari inaugurates new National Development Plan
By Ismaila Chafe President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday inaugurated a new long-term National Development Plan, the Nigeria Agenda 2050 (NA 2050) in Abuja. The agenda aims to ensure that the country attains a Per Capita GDP of 33,328 dollars per annum, placing her among the top middle-income economies in the world by 2050. NA 2050 was inaugurated before the beginning of the meeting of the Federal Executive Council at the Council Chamber.
Buhari speaks on imperative of Nigeria’s stabilizing role in Africa
President Muhammadu Buhari says Nigeria’s size and resources have imposed on her a stabilising role in the West African subregion and the African continent as a whole. Malam Garba Shehu, the President’s spokesman, in a statement said Buhari stated this when he received a message from President Ibrahim Ghali of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic (SADR) from a Special Envoy at the State House, on Friday in Abuja.
Buhari meets President-elect Tinubu at Presidential Villa
President Muhammadu Buhari has met behind closed doors with the President-elect, Sen. Bola Tinubu, and later offered Friday prayers at the State House Mosque, Aso Rock Villa, Abuja. A statement by Malam Garba Shehu, on Friday in Abuja confirmed that the two leaders had a closed-door meeting at which they greeted one another on the Sallah occasion following the completion of the 30-day Ramadan fast. According to Shehu, they privately discussed a host of issues of common concern to them.
Buhari celebrates Mike Adenuga Jnr at 70
President Muhammadu Buhari has rejoiced with consummate businessman and philanthropist, Dr Mike Adenuga Jnr, on his 70th birthday, April 29, 2023.
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