Meet Your New Ministers
Here is the full list of confirmed ministers in Nigeria and their portfolios: Abubakar Malami- Minister of Justice Geoffrey Onyeama- Minister of Foreign Affairs Mohammed Dan Ali- Minister of Defence Adamu Adamu- Minister of Education Anthony Anwuka- State Minister of Education Kemi Adeosun- Minister of Finance Okechukwu Enelemah- Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment Aisha […]
President Buhari Addresses United Nations General Assembly
Last week, we reported Mr. President’s intended visit to New York, United States for the UN 70th General Assembly. Well, not only did our dear President attend the gathering, he also gave a speech on behalf of all Nigerians. In case you missed this presentation by President Buhari, please read it below: Excellencies, ladies and […]
DG of NYSC Says NYSC May Soon Become Voluntary
President Muhammadu Buhari has pledged that his administration will take all necessary actions to maintain and improve the National Youth Service Corps scheme as a functional vehicle for the promotion of national unity and integration. Buhari gave the assurance after receiving briefing from officials of the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, led by the Permanent […]
Highlights from Buhari’s #Amanpour Interview on CNN + Nigerians React on Twitter
President Muhammadu Buhari was interviewed on CNN by Christine Amanpour Tuesday Night. Topics discussed primarily cut across Nigeria’s insecurity caused by terrorist group Boko Haram and progress from meeting with US President Obama among others. These are notable responses from the President: On what he’s asking from President Obama and what answers he’s been given The United […]
The Buharimeter: Is Buhari Fulfilling His Electoral Promises?
President Muhammadu Buhari’s four-year term is gradually but surely ticking away already with the completion of his first 30 days in office and Buharimeter, the public engagement tool launched by the civil society to measure the delivery of President Muhammadu Buhari’s campaign promises, has given its assessment of the president’s first 30 days in office. […]
Nigeria Today: Top 10 News Stories You Shouldn’t Miss
1. President Buhari and outgoing National Security Adviser Colonel Sambo Dasuki (rtd) met to discuss security issues and the Boko Haram insurgency. 2. The new African Development Bank (AfDB) President and former Minister of Agriculture, Mr. Akinwunmi Adesina has vowed to eradicate poverty in Africa. 3. The National Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has granted approval to a […]
A Welcome Message for the Anti-Corruption Crusader
I join millions of advocates of change to welcome the anti-corruption crusader to a familiar yet different turf. I want to remind His Excellency that in 1983 when he first ascended the enviable position of the Head of the Nigerian State, the terrain was different. The mode of operation different. The dressing different. The people’s […]
Inaugural Speech by His Excellency, President Muhammadu Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari following his swearing-in as President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria on 29th May, 2015 gave the speech below: I am immensely grateful to God who has preserved us to witness this day and this occasion. Today marks a triumph for Nigeria and an occasion to celebrate her freedom and cherish […]
Muhammadu Buhari Sworn in as President of Nigeria
After a long campaign trail that lasted for months, Muhammadu Buhari won the presidential elections and today, 29th May 2015, he has been sworn in as our new president. Congratulations to President Muhammadu Buhari, the new Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, the Nigerian State and Democracy in Africa! What are your feelings about this […]
Important Travel Facts That Will Help Muhammadu Buhari
The 29th of May, Democracy Day is annually observed as a public holiday in Nigeria. It connotes the restoration of democracy to the country evident in the handover of power from the military government under Gen. Abdulsalam Abubakar to a civilian administration. The Nigerian travel and hospitality sector is quite lucrative and has come to […]
The Nigerian Guild of Editors Set to Partner With Muhammadu Buhari
The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) is set to revive Nigeria in collaboration with the federal government. They have invited the President-elect, Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (rtd.) to eradicate corruption in partnership with its members. This was announced in a statement by its president, Femi Adesina in commemoration of the annual World Press Freedom Day on […]
Would You Trek From Kaduna to Abuja For Your President?
Would you trek hundreds of kilometres for your Governor or President? Well, Hajiya Talatu is doing this for Nigeria’s President-elect, Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (rtd). It has been reported that Hajiya Talatu is trekking from Kaduna to Abuja to celebrate Buhari’s victory at the recent Presidential elections held in April, 2015. Her trip began last week, […]
Oby Ezekwesili, Chimamanda Adichie and Muhammadu Buhari Make Time Magazine’s List of Most Influential People in the World
Nigeria’s President-elect, Muhammadu Buhari, Oby Ezekwesili and Chimamanda Adichie have been identified by Time Magazine as being among the 100 most influential people in the world. Oby Ezekwesili was listed in the category of leaders alongside Muhammadu Buhari, while Chimamanda Adichie was in the category of artists. Writing a tribute under the title: ‘A New […]