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President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu will visit France for three days, focusing on strengthening ties in security, agriculture, education, and youth development. The visit will include high-level discussions with President Macron to foster bilateral cooperation and explore new...
Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe has revealed that the National Assembly was not consulted about purchasing President Tinubu’s new Airbus A330 jet. He criticized the lack of transparency, expressing concern that the legislature’s failure to approve the purchase reflects poorly on its role as a check on...
President Bola Tinubu promises continued economic reforms to enhance Nigeria's GDP and living standards. With the country's economy growing by 3.46%, he vows to ensure the benefits reach ordinary Nigerians. Tinubu targets a $1 trillion economy by 2030, pledging tax reforms to support small...
Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe claims Nigeria would have progressed under Peter Obi’s leadership, criticizing President Tinubu’s nepotistic appointments. Speaking on Channels TV, Abaribe called for Nnamdi Kanu's release and praised Simon Ekpa’s arrest as steps toward South-East peace. Senator...
Dele Momodu reflects on his 2022 PDP presidential bid, regretting the N50 million spent on the nomination form. He revealed that a rival aspirant paid $30,000 to each delegate. Momodu vows to only pursue future bids if adopted as a consensus candidate. Dele Momodu, the publisher of Ovation...
Labour Party member Thaddeus Attah, representing Eti-Osa, sparks controversy by wearing President Tinubu’s signature cap. This has led to speculation about his political allegiance, with some questioning if he intends to defect to the APC. However, Attah’s camp denies any such plans, maintaining...
Seyi Tinubu’s growing endorsements for the 2027 Lagos gubernatorial race have sparked political controversy. Groups like CONYL and FOST support his candidacy, while critics, including Joe Igbokwe, dismiss it as a distraction. Meanwhile, Lagos Speaker Obasa addresses rumors of his gubernatorial...
A looming clash in Nigeria’s House of Representatives over President Tinubu’s $2.2bn loan request may affect the 2024 budget. While ruling party lawmakers support the borrowing for capital projects, the opposition warns against rising debt. Key debates on transparency, project funding, and...
The Nigerian Presidency is lobbying the National Assembly to pass four tax reform bills before 2025. The proposals, including a derivation-based VAT model, face resistance from Northern lawmakers and governors. Critics argue the reforms favor revenue-heavy states like Lagos, while proponents...
The Presidency has responded to Bishop Kukah’s claims, asserting that President Tinubu is a reformer, not an accidental leader. Bayo Onanuga emphasized that Tinubu was well-prepared for the presidency and is enacting significant reforms in sectors like taxation and oil, despite the challenges...
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