Tag: President Bola Tinubu
Rivers emergency rule painful, critical – Okocha
He said that the President’s action aligned with an African proverb that says, ‘’an elder doesn’t sit to watch a…
Fagbemi: Why Tinubu imposed State of Emergency in Rivers (Full Text)
I don't see how you would have spared the governor and the legislature, they are both involved. Things are not…
Tinubu acted to save Rivers from Collapse – AGF justifies Emergency Rule
Fagbemi noted that the legislative arm of government plays a crucial role in democracy, including passing budgets, overseeing executive actions,…
Breaking: Tinubu swears in Ibok-Ete Ibas as Rivers Sole Administrator
In justifying the six-month emergency rule, Tinubu stated: "The state's security situation and political tension necessitated my intervention to forestall…
Don’t endorse Tinubu’s emergency rule on Rivers, Obi urges National Assembly
Obi said the situation in Rivers does not justify such action by the President. He also accused Tinubu of biased…
Dagogo: There are strong grounds to challenge Tinubu’s emergency rule on Rivers
Dagogo said that President Tinubu admitted that the Governor and Deputy Governor did not request the proclamation (as required under…
‘We’ll abide by Tinubu’s emergency rule’, Suspended Rivers Speaker Amaewhule
”As an Assembly, we assure you all, our constituents that we would abide by this declaration even though it was…
‘Tinubu consulted National Assembly before declaring state of emergency on Rivers’
However, while rejecting the declaration of state of emergency on Rivers, the Peoples Democratic Party on which platform Fubara was…
Reps to debate Tinubu’s state of emergency on Rivers today
The Spokesman for the House of Representatives, Rep. Akin Rotimi (APC-Ekitit state) confirmed this in a statement on Tuesday. He…
‘Rivers safe, peaceful, secure under my watch’, Fubara faults Tinubu’s emergency rule
In a national broadcast on Tuesday, Tinubu declared a state of emergency in Rivers, following the lingering political crisis in…
Rivers: PDP fumes, says Tinubu’s action a clear attack on democracy
The PDP therefore cautions Vice Admiral Ibokette Ibas (rtd) to respect the Constitution and ensure that he does not take…
Atiku: Tinubu’s state of emergency on Rivers reeks of political manipulation
Tinubu had on Tuesday suspended Rivers governor, Siminalayi Fubara for six months. The President also suspended the Rivers House of…
How Tinubu sacked Fubara, Deputy, Assembly (Full Broadcast Text)
By this declaration, the Governor of Rivers State, Mr Siminalayi Fubara, his deputy, Mrs Ngozi Odu and all elected members…
Breaking: Tinubu declares State of Emergency in Rivers
President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday declared a State of Emergency in Rivers State and suspended the Governor and his Deputy.
Breaking: Tinubu to address Nation on Rivers crisis
Onanuga said the NTA and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria would transmit the broadcast at 7 pm.
“Don’t allow Supreme Court’s judgment to stop Rivers’ allocation,” PDP tells Tinubu
The PDP Chairman in Rivers, Chief Nname Ewor made the appeal at a news conference in Port Harcourt on Tuesday.…
Bamidele: Economic predators fought dirty to sabotage Tinubu’s Reforms
The Senate Leader warned that retaining the subsidy would have driven Nigeria into a catastrophic economic meltdown, crippling federal and…
Surprise move! Tinubu hands Bishop Kukah major appointment: Details inside
Additionally, the President appointed principal officers for the university, including Prof. Qurix Williams Barnabas as Vice Chancellor, Sanusi Gambo Adamu…
“Tinubu has liberated north from poverty”
“Instead of constantly questioning what the Federal Government is doing or not doing, we should be asking what our development…
Why Osakwe’s historic win puts Nigeria at the forefront of Cybersecurity – Tinubu
President Tinubu lauded the cybersecurity expert’s groundbreaking feat, describing him as a shining ambassador of Nigeria's ingenuity and resilience.
Tinubu mourns as business magnate Olowolafe’s wife dies
In this moment of sorrow, President Tinubu called on his longtime friend, Dr. Tunji Olowolafe, to draw strength from the…
No going back on reforms, Tinubu tells Catholic Bishops
On the request to return mission schools that governments have taken over, President Tinubu said schools are subnational entities, not…
INC urges Tinubu to caution Wike over comments on Ijaw people
For the record, the INC said that the Ijaw people are the fourth largest ethnic group in Nigeria, with over…
Nigeria squandered future generations’ wealth for 50 years – Tinubu
"For 50 years, Nigeria was spending the money of generations yet unborn and servicing the West Coast of our subregion…
History will judge Tinubu favourably – Minister
The Minister stated that history has shown that meaningful reforms are never easy, as they require sacrifice, resilience, and a…
Buhari is my godfather, I informed him before I left APC – El-Rufai
“There is no justice. Those who worked for the party are not recognised, let alone rewarded. Appointments are now controlled…
Tinubu’s surprise message to Mutfwang: What he said will shock you
Describing Mutfwang as a dedicated leader, Tinubu commended his service, humility, and commitment to the welfare of the people.
Kebbi people will support Tinubu in 2027 – Gov Idris
He added that the people of the state therefore have no cause not to support the re-election of Tinubu in…
Tinubu breaks silence on Rivers crisis! What he told Rivers leaders in Abuja
"Please go back home and help implement the court rulings within the shortest possible time. I am putting the ball…
Tinubu names heavyweights to lead new Medical, Education Institutions
Olufunso, a Chartered Accountant, was the Deputy Bursar at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, while Agboola was an Associate Professor of…