President Jonathan and Israeli Counterpart Pledge United Front Against Terrorism
President Goodluck Jonathan, on Monday 28th October, pledged that his administration will not relent in its onslaught against terrorism. The president made this disclosure during a meeting with President Shimon Peres of Israel, stating that Nigeria will welcome enhanced cooperation and assistance from Israel for its ongoing efforts to end terrorist attacks and incursions in […]
The White House: President Obama’s Meeting with Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan
U.S. President Obama met President Goodluck Jonathan on Monday in New York. The presidents reaffirmed their commitment to fighting terrorism, including the importance of bringing the insurgency in northern Nigeria to an end. The President underscored the importance of combating terrorism via a comprehensive approach that creates economic opportunity and ensures that human rights are […]
President Jonathan Rings Closing Bell of NYSE, Meets President Obama
President Goodluck Jonathan rang the closing bell of the New York Stock Exchange yesterday, becoming the first Nigerian President to do so. He used the opportunity to visit the floor of the biggest trading house in the world to speak about investment in Nigeria and its growing annual Gross Domestic Product (GDP). He said, “The […]
President Jonathan Presents 2013 Budget!
President Goodluck Jonathan has presented the 2013 budget to a joint section of the Legislature – Senate and the House of Representatives. He presented 4.93 trillion naira ($31.35 billion), with cuts to recurrent expenditure and increase in spending, in key areas. He based the revenue to fund the budget from oil at $75 per barrel, […]
The Influencing Goodluck Jonathan According to Time Magazine.
By Edward Chizea Nwosisi President Goodluck Jonathan may not be as popular at home as he is in the international community, but popularity which is hard to earn in a nation such as Nigeria, doesn’t necessarily reflect resolve and purpose. President Jonathan through his policies and actions has earned from the international community the reputation […]