The House of Representatives has requested President Bola Tinubu to confer the same national honour on its Speaker Abbas Tajudeen, as was conferred on Senate President Godswill Akpabio. The House rejected the description of being the “lower chamber” compared to the Senate, stating that Messrs Akpabio and Tajudeen are “first among equals.” It also…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is set to depart Abuja today for a two-week vacation in the United Kingdom, as part of his annual leave. This was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday, October 2, by the special adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onananuga. During his time abroad, the president will…
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lost one of its members in the House of Representatives, Chris Nkwonta to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Wednesday, October 2. Speaker of the House, Abbas Tajudeen who announced the defection of the lawmaker, did not give any reason for the defection, but only said he was told to…
The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, on Tuesday, dismissed allegations of financial misappropriation by his administration, vowing to swear by the Quran to prove his innocence. El-Rufai explained that his sojourn into politics was driven by his desire to serve the people and not to amass wealth or embezzle public funds. He…
As Nigeria marks 64th Independence Anniversary, the Lawmaker Representing Ibadan North Constituency 1 , Hon. Dr. Chief Mrs. Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi-Olajide has called for peace and unity amongst Nigerians. Comforter said this in a statement made available to newsmen on Tuesday signed by her media team. The lawmaker who is also the Chairman of the…
In a message commemorating the birthday of the late Hon. Akinremi Musiliu Jagaban, Omo BAO reflected on the profound impact the former representative of the Ibadan North Federal Constituency had on the community. “Today, as we remember and celebrate the life of Hon. Akinremi Musiliu Jagaban on what would have been his birthday, we are…
Hon. Kareem Khadijat Omotayo, the personal assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on constituency affairs has hailed Nigerians for there perseverance amid ongoing economy reform by Tinubu-led administration. In her independence day message, she disclosed that amid ‘economic struggles and political instability, Nigerians have shown unwavering perseverance, driven by the belief that no obstacle is…
President Bola Tinubu has conferred prestigious national awards on Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas. The announcement was made during his Independence Day broadcast on Tuesday. Tinubu said in recognition of their contributions to the nation, Akpabio and Justice Kekere-Ekun, were…
President Bola Tinubu has announced that his administration will convoke a National Youth Conference with a view to galvanising the creative energy of younger Nigerians towards a better future. Tinubu said this in his Independence Day nationwide broadcast which he made on Tuesday morning. The President said the confab which would hold for 30 days…
Fellow Nigerians, as I address you today, I am deeply aware of the struggles many of you face in these challenging times. Our administration knows that many of you struggle with rising living costs and the search for meaningful employment. I want to assure you that your voices are heard. As your President, I…
