Tag: President Bola Tinubu

Tinubu sends State Police Bill to Senate

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Tinubu sends State Police Bill

…As Govs. seek wider security powers President Bola Tinubu has formally transmitted a Constitution Alteration Bill seeking the establishment of state police to the Senate, marking a major step toward restructuring Nigeria’s security architecture as state governors push for broader powers and a sustainable funding framework for the proposed policing system. The Bill seeks to amend relevant provisions of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) to create a legal basis for state police formations across the federation, a move widely seen as one of the most significant security reforms since Nigeria’s…

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“Declare national emergency on insecurity now” — Maƙarfi urges Tinubu

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Makarfi urges Tinubu

…Opposes deregistration of political parties Former Kaduna State governor and former National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ahmed Maƙarfi, has called on President Bola Tinubu to immediately declare a national emergency on insecurity, warning that the worsening security situation across the country requires urgent and coordinated action. Maƙarfi stated this yesterday, during an interaction with newsmen at his Kaduna residence, where he addressed issues including insecurity, the state of Nigeria’s democracy, preparations for the 2027 elections, and the lingering crisis within the PDP. The former governor said the…

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Reform, Sacrifice and Expectations: Taking Stock of Tinubu’s Third Anniversary

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By Hassan Faruk Three years after assuming office amid one of Nigeria’s most severe economic and governance crises, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has presented what amounts to a mid-term report card of his administration—one that seeks to justify painful economic reforms while projecting optimism about the country’s future. In a nationwide address marking the third anniversary of his administration, Tinubu painted a picture of a nation that has weathered difficult but necessary reforms and is now on the path to recovery. Yet beyond the statistics and infrastructure announcements lies a…

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Presidency speaks on Tinubu converting to Christianity

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The Presidency has dismissed a viral video claiming that President Bola Tinubu has converted from Islam to Christianity. In the 8-minute video shared on 𝕏 by the Special Assistant to Tinubu on Social Media, Segun Dada, the President is alleged to have joined the Christian religion at a church gathering. However, Dada described the video as a lie, noting that Tinubu has not converted. Tinubu’s aide emphasised that the President has always been a Muslim and proudly supports his wife, who is a pastor. He wrote: “Please disregard the video…

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Eid-el-Kabir: Tinubu assures Nigerians of improved security

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…Urges national unity President Bola Tinubu has called for national unity, and is once again assuring Nigerians of improved security and economy. The president said this in his 2026 Eid-el-Kabir message to “our Muslim brothers and sisters across Nigeria and worldwide”. He said, “As a nation, we are on a journey of reconstruction and renewal. The reforms we have undertaken are challenging, but necessary to build a stronger and more prosperous Nigeria for future generations”, the President said, in a message issued yesterday. “Just as sacrifice brings reward, I am…

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“Fuel subsidy, FX cabals behind security crisis” – Tinubu

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Tinubu on security crisis

President Bola Tinubu says beneficiaries of the corruption-laden fuel subsidy and foreign exchange era are behind the escalating insecurity across Nigeria. Tinubu spoke through Olusegun Osoba, former governor of Ogun, on Wednesday at the launch of a book, titled: ‘The NADECO Story’, in Lagos. The President said unpatriotic elements who engaged in forex round-tripping are resisting his administration’s reforms, particularly the removal of fuel subsidy and the unification of the exchange rate markets. He said these vested interests are attempting to destabilise the country as retaliation for the policies that…

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Tinubu declares National Emergency on insecurity, poverty

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Tinubu declares National Emergency

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared insecurity and poverty as national emergencies, describing them as serious threats to jobs, productivity, and overall national stability. The President made this known in his goodwill message to workers during the May Day celebration held at Eagle Square, Abuja. He was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. Tinubu stressed that the twin challenges of insecurity and poverty continue to weaken livelihoods and undermine economic confidence. “There cannot be decent work where workers fear for their lives or where…

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Tinubu swears-in Dr. Muttaqha Darma as Housing Minister 

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Tinubu swears in Dr. Darma

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu yesterday administered the oath of office to Dr. Muttaqha Rabe Darma as the new Minister of Housing and Urban development from Katsina State, following his Senate clearance. He replaced Ahmed Musa Ɗangiwa, who recently resigned. President Tinubu, at the short ceremony at the State House, congratulated Dr. Darma for coming on board at this “very challenging time of national development.  “You have a very rich and interesting background. As a leader, we need competent hands like yours. There is no doubt that you have rendered valuable…

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Cabinet Reshuffle: Tinubu sacks Edun, Ɗangiwa; elevates Oyedele to Finance Minister

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Tinubu sacks Edun, Dangiwa

…Nominates Darma President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a minor cabinet reshuffle in the membership of the Federal Executive Council, (FEC). According to a memo signed by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, two cabinet members, Wale Edun and Arch. Ahmed Musa Ɗangiwa are to leave the cabinet while their replacements have been named. Edun, until the latest development, was the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister for the Economy. He has been directed to hand over to Taiwo Oyedele, who is now to take…

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2027 elections: “Insecurity rising to distract Tinubu” – Akpabio

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Akpabio on Asiwaju2027

…As President jokes about ‘scattering’ opposition President Bola Tinubu and 10th Senate President, Godswill Akpabio yesterday stirred political debate with remarks hinting at intensifying maneuvering ahead of the 2027 general elections, even as concerns over rising insecurity persist across Nigeria. Speaking at the inauguration of the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) headquarters in Abuja, Tinubu jokingly suggested deploying Akpabio to the opposition camp to destabilise it. “I will send you to the other side to represent me. And then you can scatter them any way you want. They’re confused!” the president…

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