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Tinubu orders EFCC to unfreeze Osun state Govt. account

August 7, 2026August 7, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu has ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to vacate the order freezing the accounts of the Osun state government. In a statement issued by the State House yesterday, the president said while he was not opposed to the EFCC’s exercise of its statutory powers, the timing of the action raised some concerns. “It has come to my notice that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) obtained a court order on August 5, 2026, freezing the accounts of the Osun State Government.” “I must state…

Jonathan meets Tinubu at Aso Rock, amid renewed 2027 political speculation

August 4, 2026August 4, 2026 Aminu Imam

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has held a closed-door meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, fueling fresh political speculation ahead of the 2027 general elections. The meeting, which took place at the Presidential Villa at the weekend, was conducted behind closed doors, with neither the Presidency nor Jonathan’s camp issuing an official statement on the purpose of the visit. The only public indication of the meeting was a photograph released showing both leaders together at Aso Rock. Jonathan’s visit comes amid ongoing political discussions surrounding his…

2027: “Tinubu Govt. bent on winning by all means” – Archbishop Onaiyekan

August 2, 2026August 2, 2026 Aminu Imam

Archbishop Onaiyekan on Tinubu administration

…Presidency fires back A fresh war of words has erupted between the Presidency and Archbishop Emeritus of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja, Cardinal John Onaiyekan, over the credibility of Nigeria’s electoral process ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking during a television interview, Onaiyekan expressed concern over the state of the country’s democracy, warning that Nigeria could face serious challenges if elections are not genuinely free, fair and credible. Reacting to President Bola Tinubu’s remark that “in politics, all is fair,” the Catholic cleric argued that such a position was…

“Nigeria’s trouble is over, prosperity ahead” – Tinubu tells Catholic Bishops

July 30, 2026July 30, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Says Nigeria has recovered from bankruptcy President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured members of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) that the worst of the country’s economic challenges is over, declaring that his administration has pulled Nigeria back from the brink of bankruptcy and laid a solid foundation for lasting prosperity. Speaking while receiving a delegation of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, the President acknowledged that the sweeping economic reforms introduced since he assumed office had imposed short-term hardships on Nigerians but insisted…

Tinubu calls for stronger security measures after Kaduna village attack

July 29, 2026July 29, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has requested a stronger security response in parts of Kaduna State after a tragic attack on Naridon Village in Kamaru Ward of Kauru local government area, which resulted in the deaths of around 30 residents. This order came after gunmen reportedly raided the community early on Monday, killing men, women, and children, while also burning several homes. In a statement issued yesterday by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Tinubu condemned the assault as a barbaric and cowardly act of…

“Nothing’ll stop Tinubu from seeking 3rd-term” – Babachir Lawal claims

July 28, 2026July 28, 2026 Aminu Imam

Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has hinted that President Bola Tinubu will contest for a third term, if God spares his life. Lawal, who disclosed this during an interview on television, insisted that elections are no longer free, fair, and credible in Nigeria. The former SGF also accused political parties of rigging their primary elections, stressing that the same would happen during the 2027 elections. He said: “They would allow you to go to polling units pretending that INEC would do some bojuboju and…

Tinubu approves expansion of Army to 12 divisions

July 24, 2026July 24, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Recruitment of 28,000 personnel President Bola Tinubu has approved the expansion of the Nigerian Army’s structure from eight to twelve divisions to strengthen its capacity to tackle insecurity across the country. This was disclosed yesterday by the President’s spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, who said President Tinubu also approved the recruitment of 28,000 personnel to strengthen national security. The Presidency said establishment of the new divisions will significantly improve command and control, decentralise operational decision-making, strengthen border security, enhance the protection of critical national infrastructure, improve counter-insurgency and internal security operations, and…

Insecurity: Tinubu approves new Army battalion in Kwara

July 23, 2026July 23, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a new Nigerian Army battalion in Kwara State, as part of efforts to strengthen security and intensify operations against banditry, kidnapping and other violent crimes. The new military formation will be sited in Omu Aran, the headquarters of Irepodun local government area, and is expected to improve troop deployment and operational capacity in communities facing persistent security challenges. Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq announced the approval in a statement issued by his Deputy Chief Press Secretary, describing the move as a major…

Tinubu appoints Fayose, 25 others to federal agencies

July 21, 2026July 21, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointments of 26 individuals to the boards and leadership of 10 federal agencies and commissions. Ayo Fayose, the former Governor of Ekiti State, will serve as the Chairman of the Rural Electrification Agency (REA). The President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, announced these appointments in a statement yesterday. Fayose will lead the REA Board, with Ahmadu Abubakar and Engineer Ilyasu Ibrahim Makinta joining as members and non-executive directors. The Board also includes the agency’s Director-General, Abba Abubakar Aliyu, along with…

Tinubu to launch Abuja City Walk, Africa’s next landmark mega city

July 15, 2026July 15, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to officially unveil the Abuja City Walk masterplan tomorrow Thursday, in what is expected to be one of the most significant urban development launches in the Federal Capital Territory in recent years. The ceremony, scheduled to take place from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Plot 28, Cadastral Zone C-17, Industrial Area-II, Abuja, will mark the formal groundbreaking of the 250-hectare mixed-use development strategically located along the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport corridor. The project is being developed by MAG Group, the parent company of…