President Bola Tinubu has created a high-level committee to address the contractor debt crisis after learning that the federal government owes about N4 trillion to nearly 2,000 contractors. Moreover, the President expressed strong displeasure over the scale of the backlog and demanded an urgent, coordinated solution. Tinubu Unhappy With Rising Contractor Debt Bayo Onanuga, Special…
The Nigerian Army has suspended retirements for several categories of officers after President Bola Tinubu declared a nationwide security emergency. The suspension follows a wave of mass abductions across the country in November, where more than 600 people were kidnapped in multiple attacks. Some of the most severe incidents include the abduction of over 300…
President Bola Tinubu has sworn in a new Minister of Defence, General Christopher Musa, in a major turning point for the nation’s security strategy. A retired general, Musa is bringing into the office many years of experience in the military. Background on the Appointment Tinubu nominated Musa after Mohammed Badaru resigned as Defence Minister. Badaru…
Reno Omokri has reacted to his ambassador nomination by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The former aide described the president’s action as a sign of unity and reconciliation. In a statement, he thanked God, his family, and the president. According to Reno Omokri, the decision renewed his understanding of loyalty to Nigeria. Tinubu’s leadership style and…
Former Blanco, Texas Mayor Mike Arnold has criticized President Bola Tinubu over the inclusion of Reno Omokri among 32 additional ambassadorial nominees sent to the Senate for confirmation. Arnold, a longtime critic of Omokri, has repeatedly accused him of downplaying the persecution of Christians in Nigeria. Meanwhile, he shared his concerns in a Facebook post…
Former President Goodluck Jonathan gave a statement to journalists on Friday, reflecting on his experience being stranded in Guinea-Bissau during the recent military coup. He thanked Nigerians for their concern and explained how the evacuation was handled. Details of the Evacuation Jonathan revealed that both President Bola Tinubu and Côte d’Ivoire’s President Alassane Ouattara arranged…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed National Security Adviser (NSA) Nuhu Ribadu to lead Nigeria’s delegation to the US–Nigeria Joint Security Working Group, a move that aims to strengthen defence cooperation between both nations. The decision followed recent high-level engagements in Washington, DC. Tinubu Approves New Security Delegation Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga announced the approval in…
President Bola Tinubu, represented by Labour Minister Dr. Muhammad Dingyadi, inaugurated the Electric Tricycle Empowerment Initiative in Abuja. The program aims to reduce transport costs, lower pollution, and expand youth employment. Cleaner Mobility and Environmental Goals Tinubu explained that the initiative aligns with Nigeria’s national energy transition plan. Moreover, the electric tricycles are expected to…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has sent three ambassadorial nominees to the Senate for screening and confirmation. Senate President Godswill Akpabio read the names during plenary. This list represents the administration’s first set of envoy appointments since Tinubu recalled all Nigerian ambassadors in September 2023. The non-career nominees are Ambassador Ayodele Oke (Oyo State), Retired Colonel…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a nationwide security emergency, responding to rising cases of mass kidnappings, banditry, and violent attacks across several states. He ordered a major expansion of Nigeria’s security forces, directing the Armed Forces and the Nigeria Police Force to begin immediate large-scale recruitment. Massive Recruitment and Training Overhaul Tinubu authorized the…
