Today – 1st October is a day of celebration for us Nigerians. On this day, 56 years ago our people achieved the most important of all human desires – freedom and independence. We should all therefore give thanks and pray for our founding fathers without whose efforts and toil we would not reap the bounties […]
Continue ReadingPresident Muhammadu Buhari in a nationwide broadcast to mark the country’s 56th Independence Anniversary of Nigeria on Saturday, gave assurance that his administration is working on the right things in addressing the economic recession. Buhari, who acknowledged that recession for many individuals and families, commended all Nigerians for making “incredible sacrifices.’’ “I know that uppermost in […]
Continue ReadingThe United States Secretary of State, John Kerry has congratulated Nigeria on its 56th Independence Anniversary which comes up today, October 1.Kerry expressed confidence that Nigerians are working hard to address current national challenges. He sent the message on behalf of President Barack Obama and the American people. Below is the full text of Kerry’s […]
Continue ReadingI am indeed pleased to be here with you today on this special occasion of the 44th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN). I congratulate MAN on the successful hosting of this meeting, which brings together captains of industry from across the country to share experiences and ideas on strategies […]
Continue ReadingPresident Muhammadu Buhari on Monday appointed Chief Executives for 13 Federal Government agencies.Bolaji Adebiyi, the Director of Press in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) stated this in a statement in Abuja. He listed the appointments are as follows: Joseph Ari: Director-General, Industrial Training Fund Isa Ibrahim: Director-General, National […]
Continue ReadingA former minister and spokesman of the Jonathan/Sambo Campaign Organization, Femi Fani-Kayode, has given a breakdown of the conspiracy again Bola Tinubu, a former governor of Lagos State and leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC).Read his full statement: I do not like to delve into matters touching and concerning the APC because I am […]
Continue ReadingBy Bayo Adeyinka I have strong reasons to believe the decision to sell off ‘national’ assets has been concluded and that the government is just flying a kite to gauge public opinion. Why do I think so? I think it is not mere coincidence or happenstance that Aliko Dangote, Saraki, Godwin Emefiele, Emir Lamido Sanusi […]
Continue ReadingIn a statement issued by Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to President Muhammadu Buhari on Media and Publicity, the president on Friday assured Nigerian professionals abroad that the economic recession in the country would soon be history as his administration would address the relevant challenges diligently. According to the statement, President Buhari said this at a […]
Continue ReadingThe senator representing Bayelsa East, Ben Bruce (PDP) on Thursday called on President Muhammadu Buhari to adjust his approach to the anti-corruption crusade, saying policy was scaring investors.Mr. Bruce, who said this while contributing to the Senate’s debate on the economic recession in the country, said that Nigeria should not expect foreign investments as even […]
Continue ReadingA lawyer, Daniel Makolo, has sued President Muhammadu Buhari for allegedly failing to appoint a minister to represent Kogi in his cabinet. Mr. Makolo said his suit FHC\L\CS\44\2016 at the Federal High Court, Lokoja on Thursday was pursuant to Order 34 Rule (1) and Order 5 Rule (1) of the Federal High Court (Civil Procedure) […]
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