56 h. ago NANS hails Tinubu for approving N50 billion to offset ASUU, others’ allowances

From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving N50 billion to federal universities to settle outstanding earned allowances for the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and non-academic staff. ASUU has long clashed with the federal government over unpaid allowances outlined in their Memorandum […] The post NANS hails Tinubu for approving N50 billion to offset ASUU, others’ allowances appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Tinubu Disburses N50bn To Settle ASUU, University Staff Allowances

The Nigerian government has released N50 billion to settle outstanding earned allowances for academic and non-academic staff in federal universities. This move was announced by the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa on Wednesday, who confirmed that the release was part of President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to resolving long-standing issues between the government and university […] The post Tinubu Disburses N50bn To Settle ASUU, University Staff Allowances appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago ‘Many Things Happen In Tinubu’s Name Without His Approval’, Says Ex

Former presidential spokesman, Laolu Akande, has shed light on the inner workings of the Aso Rock Presidential Villa, stating that many actions were often carried out in the name of the President without his direct approval or instigation. Akande, who served in the office of the immediate-past Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, made this known during […]

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2 w. ago SEDC Will Check South East Infrastructure Deficit, Marginalisation – APC Chieftain

An All Progressives Congress, APC, chieftain in Abia State, Chidi Ogbulafor has said the establishment of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) would check infrastructure deficit and marginalisation of the zone. Ogbulafor made the assertion yesterday while speaking to journalists in Umuahia, the state capital, applauding President Bola Tinubu for approving the establishment of the […]

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2 w. ago Tinubu’s borrowed for ambiguous, intangible projects without legislative approval, Ndume alleges

Senator Ali Ndume has raised concerns over the rising debt profile under President Bola Tinubu’s administration, questioning the rationale and read more Tinubu’s borrowed for ambiguous, intangible projects without legislative approval, Ndume alleges

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2 w. ago SEDC ‘ll Address Infrastructure Deficit, Marginalisation In South

An All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain in Abia State, Chidi Ogbulafor said the establishment of the South East Development Commission (SEDC) would check infrastructure deficit and marginalisation of the zone. Ogbulafor stated this on Monday while speaking to journalists in Umuahia, the state capital, where he applauded President Bola Tinubu for approving the establishment of […]

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2 w. ago Reject $1.08bn Foreign Loan, Probe Missing Funds, SERAP Tells Tinubu

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinubu to reject the recently approved $1.08 billion loan from the World Bank. Instead, SERAP urged the President to direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) and relevant anti-corruption agencies to promptly investigate allegations that over […]

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2 w. ago Reject $1.08bn W’Bank loan, probe missing N233bn, SERAP tells Tinubu

Advocacy group, Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, has urged President Bola Tinubu to reject the recently approved $1.08bn World Bank loan and instead prioritise the investigation into allegations of missing public funds amounting to over N233bn. The organisation called for an immediate probe into alleged funds diversion in the Nigerian Bulk Electricity Trading Plc and Read More

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2 w. ago Reject $1.08bn World Bank loan, probe missing funds, SERAP tells Tinubu

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project has urged President Bola Tinubu to reject the recently approved $1.08 billion loan from the World Bank. It said the President should instead direct the Attorney General, Lateef Fagbemi, and anti-corruption agencies to investigate allegations that over N233bn of public funds are missing, diverted, or unaccounted for by various Read More

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3 w. ago Tinubu appoints Nasir Abdulsalam as Ajaokuta Steel Company MD

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Nasir Abdulsalam as the Managing Director of Ajaokuta Steel Company. The Director of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Segun Imohiosen, stated this in a statement on Friday. Imohisen stated that Abdulsalam’s appointment takes effect from April Read More

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3 w. ago Tinubu Appoints Nasir Naeem Abdulsalam As New Ajaokuta Steel MD

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Nasir Naeem Abdulsalam as the new Managing Director of Ajaokuta Steel Company. Abdulsalam, an experienced professional, takes on this critical role at a time when the steel plant is expected to play a significant part in Nigeria’s industrialization and economic growth. His appointment aims to drive the […] The post Tinubu Appoints Nasir Naeem Abdulsalam As New Ajaokuta Steel MD appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Tinubu approves N20bn for NASRDA to implement space regulation

The National Space Research and Development Agency is set to implement its space regulation and licensing mandate with a N20bn take-off fund approved by President Bola Tinubu. The Director-General of NASRDA, Dr Matthew Adepoju, said this on Thursday in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Abuja. Adepoju said the regulatory function of Read More

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3 w. ago Tinubu approves tenure extension for immigration chief Nandap until 2026

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has approved the extension of Kemi Nandap’s tenure as Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) until December 31, 2026. This decision comes amidst growing concerns over tenure extensions in public service, particularly within the NIS. Nandap, who joined the NIS in October 1989, was appointed Comptroller-General […] The post Tinubu approves tenure extension for immigration chief Nandap until 2026 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Tinubu makes new appointments to River basin development authorities

President Bola Tinubu has approved new appointments to lead the River Basin Development Authorities under the Federal Ministry of Water Resources. The Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Bayo Onanuga, made this known in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja. The President appointed Sowade Adebayo as the Executive Director of Engineering Services at the Read More

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4 w. ago Tinubu, Atiku, Obi May Be Banned From Presidential, Governorship Elections As Bill To Ban Over 60

House of Representatives has passed for second reading a bill seeking to stop anyone above 60 years from contesting for election to the Offices of the President and Governor in Nigeria. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the legislation, if finally get approval, it will deny President Bola Tinubu, former vice president, Atiku Abubakar and Labour Party’s […] The post Tinubu, Atiku, Obi May Be Banned From Presidential, Governorship Elections As Bill To Ban Over 60-Year-Olds Passes Second Reading At House Of Reps appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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last month Tinubu approves four new members to NCDMB governing council 

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has approved the nomination of four new members to the Governing Council of the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), filling existing vacancies and strengthening the board’s capacity.  According to a statement issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the approved nominees are […] The post Tinubu approves four new members to NCDMB governing council  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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last month Tinubu nominates four new members for Nigerian Content Board

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday approved the nomination of four new members to the Governing Council of the Nigerian Content read more Tinubu nominates four new members for Nigerian Content Board

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last month Finally, Customs Implements Zero Tariff On Pharmaceutical Inputs

In a landmark policy shift designed to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare system, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has implemented a presidential executive order exempting critical pharmaceutical raw materials from import duties and Value Added Tax (VAT) for two years. The initiative, approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and announced by the minister of finance and coordinating […]

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