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  1. Tinubu Names Ex-LASU VC Obafunwa as New NIMR Director-General

    Nigeria Tinubu Names Ex-LASU VC Obafunwa as New NIMR Director-General

    President Bola Tinubu appoints former LASU Vice-Chancellor John Obafunwa as the new Director-General of the Nigerian Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), effective July 24. Obafunwa succeeds Babatunde Salako and brings extensive experience in forensic pathology and academic leadership to his...
  2. President Tinubu Renames Lagos National Arts Theatre After Wole Soyinka

    Nigeria President Tinubu Renames Lagos National Arts Theatre After Wole Soyinka

    President Tinubu renames the National Arts Theatre to honor Wole Soyinka, celebrating his 90th birthday and global literary impact. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the renaming of the National Arts Theatre in Iganmu, Lagos, as the Wole Soyinka National Arts Theatre in honor of Nobel...
  3. Tinubu Fires Buhari’s In-Law, Executives at Nigerian Security Printing Over Currency Redesign Policy

    Nigeria Tinubu Fires Buhari’s In-Law, Executives at Nigerian Security Printing Over Currency Redesign Policy

    President Tinubu removes top executives of Nigerian Security Printing and Minting Plc, including Ahmed Halilu, following a report on the controversial naira redesign policy. Abubakar Minjibir to act as interim Managing Director. President Bola Tinubu has dismissed Ahmed Halilu, Managing...
  4. Tinubu Commends Supreme Court's Local Government Autonomy Ruling

    Nigeria Tinubu Commends Supreme Court's Local Government Autonomy Ruling

    President Bola Tinubu applauds the Supreme Court's ruling on local government autonomy, which prevents state governors from withholding funds and dissolving elected councils. This landmark decision promotes accountability and transparency, ensuring better governance at the local level...
  5. Senate Chief Whip Ali Ndume Accuses President Tinubu of Seclusion Amid National Hardship

    Nigeria Senate Chief Whip Ali Ndume Accuses President Tinubu of Seclusion Amid National Hardship

    Chief Whip Ali Ndume criticizes President Tinubu's administration for seclusion amidst rising food prices and scarcity in Nigeria. Social media responds to the government's handling of the crisis. In a recent interview with BBC Hausa, Chief Whip of the Senate, Ali Ndume, criticized President...
  6. NNPP Accuses Tinubu of Interfering in Kano Emir Selection

    Nigeria NNPP Accuses Tinubu of Interfering in Kano Emir Selection

    NNPP's Hashim Dungurawa accuses Tinubu of manipulating Kano's Emir controversy to favor Aminu Ado Bayero, citing Yoruba ties. He warns of electoral consequences in 2027. In a contentious statement to journalists in Kano, Hashim Dungurawa, the NNPP's Kano State chairman, accused President Bola...
  7. Tinubu, Obi Extend Congratulations to UK Labour's Keir Starmer

    Nigeria Tinubu, Obi Extend Congratulations to UK Labour's Keir Starmer

    Tinubu and Peter Obi congratulate Keir Starmer on his UK election victory, praising his leadership and commitment to democracy. They anticipate strengthened UK-Nigeria relations under his tenure, aiming for mutual progress in healthcare, education, and security challenges President Bola Tinubu...
  8. Peter Obi Slams Nigerian Leadership for Inaction Amidst National Crisis

    Nigeria Peter Obi Slams Nigerian Leadership for Inaction Amidst National Crisis

    Peter Obi, former presidential candidate, calls out Nigerian leaders for acknowledging national issues without proposing solutions. He advocates for proactive leadership and tailored strategies to combat poverty, insecurity, and education challenges. Former presidential candidate and Labour...
  9. Nigerians Divided as South Africa's Ramaphosa Appears to Snub President Tinubu During Inauguration

    Nigeria Nigerians Divided as South Africa's Ramaphosa Appears to Snub President Tinubu During Inauguration

    Nigerians react on social media as a video shows President Bola Tinubu seemingly ignored by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa at his inauguration. The incident has sparked mixed reactions, ranging from criticism of Tinubu's administration to expressions of empathy and claims of video...
  10. Nigerians Challenge Tinubu's Call for Sacrifice Amid Economic Strains

    Nigeria Nigerians Challenge Tinubu's Call for Sacrifice Amid Economic Strains

    President Tinubu's Eid-el-Kabir call for unity and charity sparks mixed reactions among Nigerians. Critics question practicality amidst economic woes. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Eid-el-Kabir message resonated with calls for national unity and social responsibility, urging Nigerians to...
  11. Nigerian Lawmakers Labelled Insensitive for Demanding New Aircraft Purchase for Tinubu and Shettima

    Nigeria Nigerian Lawmakers Labelled Insensitive for Demanding New Aircraft Purchase for Tinubu and Shettima

    Nigerian lawmakers demand new aircraft for President Tinubu and VP Shettima due to costly maintenance, sparking public backlash over fiscal priorities. Nigerian lawmakers are under fire for urging the urgent purchase of new aircraft for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima...
  12. Nigerians React to Peter Obi's Sarcastic Remarks on Tinubu's Economic Policies

    Nigeria Nigerians React to Peter Obi's Sarcastic Remarks on Tinubu's Economic Policies

    Peter Obi critiqued President Bola Tinubu’s first year in office, highlighting economic declines such as the Naira's depreciation and rising fuel and food prices. Nigerians reacted strongly on social media, with many interpreting Obi's remarks as a sarcastic commentary on Tinubu's continuation...
  13. Tinubu's Commendation of Wike Met with Laughter and Criticism from Nigerians

    Nigeria Tinubu's Commendation of Wike Met with Laughter and Criticism from Nigerians

    President Bola Tinubu inaugurates Guzape District Lot II infrastructure, praising FCT Minister Nyesom Wike's leadership amid Nigeria's challenges. Emphasizing people-focused development, Tinubu clarifies his commitment to public service. President Bola Tinubu recently inaugurated the...
  14. Tinubu vs. Buhari: Ohanaeze Ndigbo Rates Leaders' Performances, Sparks Debate

    Nigeria Tinubu vs. Buhari: Ohanaeze Ndigbo Rates Leaders' Performances, Sparks Debate

    Ohanaeze Ndigbo claims President Tinubu's one-year performance surpasses Buhari's eight years, despite economic challenges. They commend Tinubu's approach to governance and urge interventions in Lagos and the release of Nnamdi Kanu. As President Bola Tinubu marks one year in office, Ohanaeze...
  15. Nigerians Anticipate Tinubu's Address at Joint Session of Nigeria's National Assembly on Democracy Anniversary

    Nigeria Nigerians Anticipate Tinubu's Address at Joint Session of Nigeria's National Assembly on Democracy Anniversary

    The joint sitting of Nigeria's Senate and House of Representatives marks 25 years of uninterrupted democracy, with President Bola Tinubu set to deliver a pivotal State of the Nation address. The event, rare outside of budget presentations, will feature reflections from prominent political...
  16. Mixed Reactions as Tinubu Names Jega Pro-Chancellor of UDUS

    Nigeria Mixed Reactions as Tinubu Names Jega Pro-Chancellor of UDUS

    Former INEC Chairman, Attahiru Jega, was appointed as Pro-Chancellor of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto by President Bola Tinubu amidst the government's broader initiative to reconstitute governing councils across Nigeria's tertiary institutions. President Bola Tinubu has appointed...
  17. ASUU's Ultimatum to Tinubu: Nigerian Universities in Limbo Over Governance Crisis

    Nigeria ASUU's Ultimatum to Tinubu: Nigerian Universities in Limbo Over Governance Crisis

    ASUU issues President Tinubu a two-week ultimatum to reinstate dissolved university governing councils, citing illegality and operational issues. The demand includes reinstating council members whose tenure hasn't lapsed and reconstituting those expired. ASUU criticizes diversion of TETFund...
  18. Tinubu's Ally Under Fire: Seyi Law Trolled for Voicing Concerns on CBN Policy

    Nigeria Tinubu's Ally Under Fire: Seyi Law Trolled for Voicing Concerns on CBN Policy

    Nigerian comedian Seyi Law criticizes the new cybersecurity levy mandated by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), calling it punishment for Nigerians. The policy imposes a 0.5% levy on electronic transactions, sparking concerns about its impact on banking activities. Seyi Law questions the timing...
  19. Shettima: Nigeria's Fate Under Tinubu's Economic Policies Inevitable Post-Buhari

    Nigeria Shettima: Nigeria's Fate Under Tinubu's Economic Policies Inevitable Post-Buhari

    Vice-President Kashim Shettima has recently addressed Nigeria's economic challenges, attributing them to the policies of the previous administration under President Muhammadu Buhari. Speaking at the 2nd Chronicle Roundtable in Abuja, Shettima emphasized that the economic crisis inherited by...
  20. Nigerians Surprised As Dangote Labels Naira Devaluation Biggest Mess of 2023

    Nigeria Nigerians Surprised As Dangote Labels Naira Devaluation Biggest Mess of 2023

    During the Annual General Meeting of Dangote Sugar Refinery Plc, Aliko Dangote vehemently criticized the decision to float the naira, branding it as the most detrimental event of 2023. The abrupt devaluation of the naira, plummeting from N460 to N1,400 against the US dollar, wreaked havoc...
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