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Tinubu departs Abuja for state visit to Turkey

January 26, 2026January 26, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu will depart Abuja today, Monday, for a state visit to the Republic of Türkiye (Turkey). A statement by the presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, said, “The visit is aimed at strengthening the existing cordial relations between the two countries and exploring further areas of cooperation in security, education, social development, innovation, and aviation”. Recall that Turkish President, Recep Tayyip Erdogan paid an official visit to Nigeria from October 19 to 20, 2021. According to the statement, “during President Tinubu’s visit, both countries will engage in strategic political and…

President Tinubu confers GCON title on Amb. Gilbert Chagoury

January 20, 2026January 20, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu has conferred the renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist Sir Gilbert Chagoury with the honourary title of Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger, (GCON). This development was confirmed yesterday, in a congratulations message and the ‘Instrument of Conferment of National Honour’ certificate posted on X by billionaire Femi Otedola. According to the statement, Otedola congratulated Chagoury, describing the honour as a well-deserved feat, citing his visionary and impactful leadership and landmark jobs across the country. The statement reads, “Congratulations to my role model, dear friend and mentor,…

2027: Tinubu reportedly moves to pick Kukah as VP

January 19, 2026January 19, 2026 Aminu Imam

Fresh political discussions suggest that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is quietly assessing four prominent northern Christian leaders as possible running mates ahead of the 2027 presidential election. Sources across print, broadcast and online media have consistently mentioned former Speaker, Hon. Yakubu Dogara, Defence Minister Lt-Gen. Christopher Musa (rtd), Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang, and the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto, Most Rev. Matthew Hassan Kukah, as names in serious circulation within the ruling All Progressives Congress, (APC). According to multiple reports, the President’s inner circle has been reviewing these options as…

President returns after Abu Dhabi trip

January 18, 2026January 18, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Unveils new trade, climate finance push President Bola Tinubu has returned to Abuja after attending the ‘2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week’, where Nigeria recorded a major economic milestone with the signing of a trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates, (UAE). The President’s return was confirmed yesterday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, in a statement, titled: “President Tinubu returns to Nigeria after Abu Dhabi trip”. Recall that President Tinubu departed Nigeria on December 28, 2025, to Paris to complete his annual leave before travelling to…

Tinubu, Shettima to spend ₦9.3bn on travels, food in 2026 – Budget

January 11, 2026January 11, 2026 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu and Vice-President Kashim Shettima will spend a total of ₦9,364,349,417 on local and foreign travels, as well as food and refreshments in the 2026 fiscal year. This is according to details of the 2026 Appropriation Bill released on Thursday by the Budget Office of the Federation. Recall that President Tinubu had on December 19, 2025, presented the Budget estimate, totalling ₦58.18trillion to a joint session of the 10th National Assembly, where he said national security remained the foundation of economic growth, investment and social stability. In the…

Tinubu reconstitutes oil & gas regulators’ Boards

January 6, 2026January 6, 2026 Aminu Imam

…Seeks Senate approval President Bola Tinubu has written two letters to the 10th Senate, seeking confirmation of 21 nominees for the Board of Directors of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, (NMDPRA), and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission, (NUPRC). In the first letter, President Tinubu nominated Senator Magnus Abe to serve as the NUPRC board chair. Abe, who represented Rivers South-East in the Senate for two terms, is a former NNPC Board member and current chairman of the National Agency of the Great Green Wall. Other nominees…

Tinubu hails Uba Sani at 55

December 31, 2025December 31, 2025 Aminu Imam

…Praises pro-democracy roots, inclusive governance in Kaduna President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, as he clocks 55 today December 31, describing him as a principled leader whose journey from pro-democracy activism to governance reflects sacrifice, conviction and service to the nation. In a congratulatory message issued yesterday, the President referred to Governor Sani as a “younger brother and friend in the struggle for democracy”, noting that his life story offers enduring lessons, particularly for younger Nigerians committed to building a just…

Security architecture recalibration: “Community, State Police”ll be a reality in Nigeria” -Tinubu assures Xtian leaders

December 28, 2025December 28, 2025 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the ongoing recalibration of the country’s security architecture will soon begin to yield results that will gladden their hearts. The President, who gave the assurance at a meeting on Friday with a delegation of the Christian Association of Nigeria, (CAN), led by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, at his Lagos residence, said his administration is committed to establishing state and community police to change the country’s security narratives. He called on CAN to work with his administration to achieve the nation’s collective aspirations,…

“You can’t satisfy everyone” – Imam tells Tinubu at Jumat prayers

December 27, 2025December 27, 2025 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu yesterday joined Muslim worshippers at the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos for Jumat prayers. The president was accompanied by the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribaɗu, and his chief of staff, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila. Tinubu was received at the mosque by Engr. Obafemi Hamzat, deputy governor of Lagos state, alongside members of the mosque management. The visiting Imam, Dr. Salahudeen Arriyadhi, commended the president for what he described as the developmental projects being executed by his administration. “You cannot satisfy everyone at the same time. Allah…

Tinubu lands in Lagos for end-of-year holidays

December 22, 2025December 22, 2025 Aminu Imam

President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Lagos State to spend the end-of-year holidays following official visits to Borno and Bauchi states. The President was received at the presidential wing of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, government officials and chieftains of the All Progressives Congress, (APC). It was earlier reported that the President departed Abuja on Saturday on a three-state tour. In Borno state, President Tinubu commissioned projects executed by the state government under Governor Babagana Zulum in collaboration with the Federal Government. While in…