January 18, 2025

President Bola Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu’s decision to dissolve the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs has been criticised by the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide

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As unacceptable to the people of the region, President Bola Tinubu’s decision to dissolve the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs has been opposed by the Ijaw Youth Council (IYC) Worldwide. In the sake of economic stability and regional growth, the group has urged Tinubu to reevaluate the decision. Instead of dismantling development-focused institutions, IYC Secretary-General…

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In the history of the Nigerian Army, the newly appointed Acting Chief of Army Staff became the first officer to hold that position

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The first officer to be appointed in that role in the history of the Nigerian Army is Maj.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, who was recently appointed Acting Chief of Army Staff. Oluyede was named Acting COAS by President Bola Tinubu, awaiting the return of Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja from medical leave, who is the substantive COAS. Lagbaja is…

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Tinubu asserts that Aliko Dangote’s motivation will not be hindered

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Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the president of Nigeria, has given assurances that the nation can attain energy security and sustain interest in Aliko Dangote’s refinery, which generates 650,000 barrels daily. According to him, the Naira-for-crude agreement shouldn’t go back to how things were in Nigeria during the Premium Motor Spirit (Petrol) subsidy period. He underlined that…

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The Federal Government expresses concern over increase in cyber threats

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Nuhu Ribadu, Nigeria’s national security adviser, has emphasized the growing risks of assaults on military networks, banking platforms, power and energy infrastructures, and telecommunications systems. Since any failure or disruption to the operation of these vital assets can have a substantial impact on security, public health and safety, and the social and economic well-being of…

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Borno Speaker claims that Shettima’s life is at danger and calls for a new plane for the vice president

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Following an incident with his old and malfunctioning presidential jet at JFK Airport in New York, Speaker of the Borno State House of Assembly Abdulkarim Lawan has voiced worries for the safety of Kashim Shettima, the vice president of Nigeria. Lawan asserts that the old and malfunctioning airplane, which was damaged during a stopover, poses…

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Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has criticized the country’s significant debt

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Olusegun Obasanjo, the former president of Nigeria, has voiced concerns about the amount of debt in his country, saying that he left it with roughly $70 billion, which included $25 billion in a designated “excess crude” account and a $45 billion reserve. Obasanjo, who bemoaned the nation’s inadequate leadership, said that his government had a…

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FEC merges culture and tourism ministries, scrapping the Niger Delta and sports ministries

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Following a council meeting presided over by President Bola Tinubu, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) has announced the dissolution of the Ministries of Niger Delta and Sports Development. The National Sports Commission, which will supervise sports activities throughout Nigeria, will take over the duties previously held by the Ministry of Sports Development. All regional development…

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‘Army’ll procure new platforms for artillery corps to boost its operational capabilities’ — Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja

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To improve the Artillery Corps’ operational capabilities, the Army Headquarters will keep updating its current equipment and acquiring new platforms, according to a statement made by Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS). At the Exercise Vulcan Glow X, 2024, Firepower Demonstration ending ceremony, which took place at the Nigerian Army Military Training…

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Tinubu and Shettima shouldn’t be travelling at the same time – former presidential spokesperson Akande

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It is not ideal for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima to leave office at the same time to travel abroad, according to former presidential spokesperson Laolu Akande. Former presidential spokesperson Laolu Akande said that former Nigerian President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima are not the best people to leave government…

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