Tinubu Requests Senate Nod for ₦1.15 Trillion Loan to Cover 2025 Budget Shortfall
President Bola Tinubu has formally written to the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, requesting approval for a fresh ₦1.15 trillion borrowing from the domestic debt market to help finance the deficit in the 2025 national budget. The letter, read during plenary by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, explains the borrowing is aimed at bridging […]
China Warns U.S. Against Interfering in Nigeria’s Affairs
China has cautioned the United States against meddling in Nigeria’s internal matters following U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat of military action over alleged persecution of Christians. Speaking at a press conference on Tuesday, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning reaffirmed Beijing’s support for President Bola Tinubu’s administration, saying China backs Nigeria’s right to pursue its […]
We’ll Intensify the Fight Against Terrorism — CDS Oluyede Vows to Crush Insurgents Nationwide
General Olufemi Oluyede—recently appointed as Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)—has reaffirmed the commitment of Nigeria’s armed forces to ramp up efforts in confronting terrorism and other security threats. He made the remark following his meeting with Nuhu Ribadu, National Security Adviser (NSA), on Monday. Speaking on the sidelines of the meeting, General Oluyede also responded […]
Ex-Niger Delta Agitator Hails New Service Chiefs
Former Niger Delta militant leader, General Endurance Amagbein, has congratulated President Bola Tinubu on the appointment of new service chiefs, calling the move timely and necessary to tackle rising insecurity in Nigeria. In a statement from Abuja, Amagbein, also known as Adaka Boro the Second, expressed confidence in the Tinubu administration and optimism that the […]
Tinubu is destroying Nigeria’s democracy — Bode George
A chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Chief Olabode George, has accused President Bola Tinubu’s administration of abandoning governance for political theatrics, warning that Nigeria is drifting toward authoritarianism. Speaking in Lagos on Monday, George said the country’s democracy is under threat, citing Tinubu’s March 18, 2025, declaration of a state of emergency in […]
“I Removed Fuel Subsidy to Secure the Future of Unborn Generations” — Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to youth empowerment, stating that government policies are designed to ensure a prosperous future for young Nigerians. Speaking at the inauguration of the National Youth Congress Planning Committee at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, he emphasized the critical role of youths in national development. “I’ve listened to you […]
Tinubu attracted $1bn to our free zones – OGFZA CEO
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s push for alternative energy sources has drawn over $1 billion in Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) into Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Free Zone Authority’s (OGFZA) Liberty Oil and Gas Free Zone in Akwa Ibom State within the last 17 months, according to OGFZA CEO Bamanga Jada. At a sensitization program on compressed […]
2027 Election: Obi and Atiku alliance can’t unseat Tinubu. – APC
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has dismissed the possibility of an alliance between opposition leaders Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi as a threat to President Bola Tinubu’s re-election in 2027. APC National Publicity Director Bala Ibrahim stated that the opposition lacks the cohesion and strategy to challenge the ruling party effectively. Atiku’s spokesperson, Paul Ibe, […]
Tinubu will not present 2025 Budget on Wednesday – National Assembly
The National Assembly has dismissed claims circulating on social media that President Bola Tinubu will present the 2025 budget to a joint session on Wednesday. In a statement on Tuesday, Dr. Ali Umoru, Secretary of Research and Information at the National Assembly, labeled the reports as false and urged the public to disregard them. “The […]
REPORT: FG Spent N19.4 billion on Presidential Planes in 15 Months
The Nigerian government has spent at least N19.43 billion on the maintenance and operation of the Presidential Air Fleet (PAF) from July 2023 to September 2024, according to reports from GovSpend. This expenditure includes N13.55 billion disbursed in 2024, covering 66% of the year’s allocated budget for the fleet. Much of the spending was classified […]
