4 h. ago Tinubu appoints Oloriegbe, Chairman, National Health Insurance Authority

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Yahaya Oloriegbe as Chairman of the National Health Authority Insurance Authority (NHIA). The appointment of read more Tinubu appoints Oloriegbe, Chairman, National Health Insurance Authority

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20 h. ago Why I Appointed Bosun Tijani Minister Despite His Past Criticism —Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu said his decision to appoint Dr Bosun Tijani as Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, despite his past criticism, was a testament to his belief in recognising talent, even in those who may have once been critics. According to a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the President disclosed this on […]

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20 h. ago Navy Rescues 15 Passengers, Recovers Cargo Boat From Suspected Kidnappers

Operatives of the Nigerian Navy have rescued 15 passengers on board a local commercial boat from suspected kidnappers along the Bonny River in Rivers State. The Base Operations Officer of Nigerian Navy Forward Operating Base (NNFOB), Bonny, Lieutenant Commander Sirajo Al-Mustapha who disclosed this in a statement in Port Harcourt, said the incident occurred during […]

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23 h. ago Tinubu defends Tijani’s appointment as minister despite past criticism

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has revealed the reasoning behind his decision to appoint Bosun Tijani as Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, despite the tech entrepreneur’s history of outspoken criticism against him and the Nigerian government. According to a statement issued by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, […] The post Tinubu defends Tijani’s appointment as minister despite past criticism appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Why I appointed Bosun Tijani minister despite opposition — Tinubu

Tribune Online Why I appointed Bosun Tijani minister despite opposition — Tinubu In his remarks, the minister shared his personal experience of being appointed by President Tinubu despite his past activism and criticism of the President and the National Assembly. Why I appointed Bosun Tijani minister despite opposition — Tinubu Tribune Online

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36 h. ago Senate to consider Tinubu’s tax reform bills after resumption

The Senate is set to prioritise the consideration and passage of President Bola Tinubu’s tax reform bills upon resumption from its recess on April 29. The four bills, Nigerian Tax Bill, Tax Administration Bill, Revenue Tax Board Bill, and Nigerian Revenue Service Establishment Bill were forwarded by the President as part of efforts to reform Read More

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65 h. 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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66 h. ago Tinubu appoints APC state chairmen as heads of federal boards

Tribune Online Tinubu appoints APC state chairmen as heads of federal boards President Bola Tinubu has named several All Progressives Congress (APC) state chairmen as board chairmen of key federal institutions, reinforcing the party’s influence within government agencies. Tinubu appoints APC state chairmen as heads of federal boards Tribune Online

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66 h. ago FULL LIST: Tinubu gives 19 APC state chairmen, spokesman, others board appointments

President Bola Tinubu has appointed the National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Felix Morka, as the Board Chairman of the Nigerian Television Authority. The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, made this known in a statement issued on Friday in Abuja. The statement also said the President approved Read More

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3 d. ago 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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4 d. ago 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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5 d. ago Tinubu appoints governing council for new Ekiti varsity, names Pro

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has announced key appointments for the newly established Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences in Iyin Ekiti, Ekiti State, and the Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo, Benue State. The moves, the Presidency said aligns with his administration’s focus on expanding tertiary education and specialized research. Binta […] The post Tinubu appoints governing council for new Ekiti varsity, names Pro-Chancellor for Otukpo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Tinubu appoints Ekiti varsity’s governing council, FUHSO pro

President Bola Tinubu has announced the appointment of the Pro-Chancellor, Governing Council members, and Principal Officers of the new Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences in Iyin Ekiti, Ekiti State. “Senator Binta Garba has been appointed Pro-Chancellor and Chairperson of the Governing Council,” Tinubu’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, revealed Read More

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5 d. ago Tinubu appoints governing council for Iyin Ekiti Federal varsity as Otukpo gets new pro

Tribune Online Tinubu appoints governing council for Iyin Ekiti Federal varsity as Otukpo gets new pro-chancellor President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the Pro-Chancellor, Governing Council members, and Principal Officers for the newly established Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences in Iyin Ekiti, Ekiti State. Leading the university’s Governing Council is Senator Binta Masi Garba, who has been appointed Pro-Chancellor and Chairperson. A seasoned politician, businesswoman, and administrator, […] Tinubu appoints governing council for Iyin Ekiti Federal varsity as Otukpo gets new pro-chancellor Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Rivers: Ibas Makes First Appointment, Names Prof Worika New SSG

The Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (Rtd) has made his first appointment since his appointment by President Bola Tinubu after the declaration of emergency rule in the state. Ibas, in a statement on Tuesday in Port Harcourt, announced the appointment of Professor Ibibia Lucky Worika as the new Secretary to the […]

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6 d. ago Rivers: Group rejects administrator’s alleged plan to appoint LG caretakers

A group, the Rivers Emancipation Movement, has vowed to take to the streets if the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.) appoints administrators to take charge of the 23 local government areas of the state. Information filtered through at the weekend that Ibas, who President Bola Tinubu appointed on March 18, Read More

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7 d. ago Disquiet in River Basins over delay in issuance of letters to Tinubu’s appointees

Phillip Nwosu The four-month delay in the release of appointment letters to the management teams of Nigeria’s 12 Nigerian River Basin Development Authorities (RBDAs) has become a source of unease and friction in the agencies, interviews with staff at some of the RBDAs have revealed. Staff at some of the authorities, who spoke on condition […] The post Disquiet in River Basins over delay in issuance of letters to Tinubu’s appointees appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Tsunami that swept Jonathan out of office is building up against Tinubu – Former minister of Sports and Youth Development, Dalung

Former minister of Sports and Youth Development, Solomon Dalung, speaks with ISMAEEL UTHMAN on the ongoing defection to the Social Democratic Party and move by the North to stop President Bola Tinubu in 2027 Why did you join SDP? I was appointed a Director of Contact and Mobilisation by the All Progressives Congress presidential candidate, Read More

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1 week ago Addresses concerns over delay in ambassadorial appointments

From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Federal Government, yesterday, addressed concerns over the delay in the appointment of ambassadors by President Bola Tinubu. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, while speaking during the ongoing ministerial briefing in Abuja, said the delay was part of the nature of governance and politics. He, however, assured Nigerians […] The post … Addresses concerns over delay in ambassadorial appointments appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu appoints Olukayode Gregory pioneer Registrar of new Ogun federal varsity

Tribune Online Tinubu appoints Olukayode Gregory pioneer Registrar of new Ogun federal varsity President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Obayomi Gregory as the pioneer Registrar of the newly established Federal Tinubu appoints Olukayode Gregory pioneer Registrar of new Ogun federal varsity Tribune Online

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