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President Tinubu pledges economic revamp and inclusive youth opportunities in Lagos meeting

President Bola Tinubu reiterated his commitment to overhauling Nigeria’s economy and fostering meaningful opportunities for young people during a town hall gathering at the State House in Marina, Lagos. Addressing local leaders, he emphasised the need for a labour-intensive economy that encourages widespread participation. “Our Renewed Hope Administration is steering Nigeria through financial re-engineering,” President Read More…

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President Tinubu mediates in Rivers crisis, earns praise for leadership

President Bola Tinubu has taken steps to mediate in the ongoing crisis between the executive and legislative branches in Rivers State. This development was disclosed by Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State during a closed-door meeting with President Tinubu at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Tuesday. Speaking to State House Correspondents after the meeting, Read More…

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President Tinubu Extends Warm Birthday Wishes to Gen. Yakubu Gowon at 89

President Bola Tinubu, representing the Nigerian government and its people, extends warm birthday wishes to retired Gen. Yakubu Gowon on the occasion of his 89th birthday. In a statement issued by Presidential Spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu applauds the elder statesman for his transformative leadership that has significantly impacted Nigeria’s history. He commends Gowon for Read More…

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Nigeria announces measures to avert strike amidst independence celebrations

In a bid to prevent an impending nationwide strike, Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu announced a series of measures on Sunday, coinciding with the nation’s 63rd Independence Anniversary. These measures include a temporary wage increase for government workers, an income subsidy for 15 million impoverished households, and the suspension of a value-added tax on diesel. President Read More…

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Tinubu calls for peaceful resolution in Niger crisis through diplomacy

President Bola Tinubu has instructed the delegation of Muslim Ulamas mediating in the Niger Republic crisis to return to the junta to establish a preliminary commitment. Following a private meeting with the president, Ustaz Abdullahi Bala-Lau, the leader of the delegation, stated that Tinubu was keen on avoiding the use of force to resolve the Read More…

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Tinubu aims to mend Emirates Airlines, UAE dispute and visa woes

Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, has directed the prompt resolution of disagreements with Emirates Airline and the issuance of visas by the United Arab Emirates, according to a statement by the president’s spokesperson on Thursday. Last year, the UAE ceased issuing visas to Nigerians following the suspension of flights by Dubai’s Emirates due to challenges in Read More…