Photos of Buhari at the 2nd day of the China-Africa Corporation forum in South Africa

 

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Buhari Approves N70m For Nigeria’s 55th Independence Anniversary

      Lol. This new government sef! President Buhari has approved N70 million for the entire celebration of Nigeria 55th Independence Anniversary which is slated to commence from September 25, 2015.

Disclosing this at a press conference today, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation,  Babachir Lawal, said the Federal government has decided that the independent anniversary would be celebrated low key, that is the reason only N70m was approved to take care of the entire celebration.


Lawal who was represented by the Permanent Secretary on Political Affairs,  Mrs. Ibukun Odusute, explained that the reason for the low key celebration is because the present administration appreciate the economic hardship that Nigeria and indeed the nation is confronted today.

Ambode appoints new Chairman of the Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS)

       Lagos State Governor - Akinwunmi Ambode has appointed Mr. Olufolarin Ogunsanwo as the new Chairman, Lagos State Internal Revenue Service (LIRS). In a statement released on the official website, they wrote that Ogunsanwo’s appointment was confirmed by the Lagos State House of Assembly on Tuesday, on the request of the Governor.

Buhari hosts Summit of ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Govt (Photos)

       President Buhari today hosted some African leaders to an Extraordinary ECOWAS Summit at the presidential wing of the Nnadmdi Azikiwe International Airport Abuja. The leaders discussed solely on the current political situation in Burkina Faso. Continue to see more photos...

Man U manager Louis van Gaal's arrives to dinner in custom Bentley

     Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal arrived for a celebratory dinner on Sunday night - in style. Just hours after seeing his club beat Liverpool, the Dutch manager took his wife and a family to dinner in this stunning Bentley - complete with personalised W1 NGS number plate.

Aisha Buhari calls for the enforcement of rape laws in Nigeria

        Wife of President Buhari, Aisha Buhari has called for the enforcement of rape laws in Nigeria. Mrs Buhari made the call at a meeting she had with Ministry of Women Affairs, UNICEF and National Population Commission, led by the Permanent Secretary of the ministry, Dr Ezekiel Oyemomi at the state house Abuja yesterday September 14th.

President Buhari Having Breakfast With French & Nigerian CEOs In Paris (PHOTOS)

 

         President Muhammadu Buhari Participated at the high level business breakfast with French and Nigerian CEOs at MEDEF Headquarters in Paris as the visitation continues. More photos below...

Chief of Army staff visit troops in Gamboru-Ngala, Borno state (PHOTOS)

 

         Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen TY Buratai, paid a visit to the troops station in Gamboru-Ngala community which was recently recaptured from Boko Haram members. He appreciated the troops and urged them not to relent in their efforts as the war against the terror group wasn't over.

During his visit, the Nigerian flag was hoisted back in Gamboru while he and the troops sang the National anthem to celebrate the victory. He also had an interactive session with Nigerians and some Cameroonians who reside in the border town...

Saraki takes selfies with staff during inspection of NASS complex

     Senate President Bukola Saraki went on a tour of the National Assembly today, to familiarize himself with the facilities and the legislative staff. Some National Assembly staff on duty met with him and took some selfies. Meanwhile, is that Policeman pouting? Lol. See more photos after the cut...

Pics: Buhari holds meeting with members of the Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority

      President Buhari and Vice President Yemi Osinbajo held a meeting with members of the Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority at the state house yesterday. Continue to see more photos...

PHOTOS: Buhari meets APC Chieftains, Bola Tinubu & Bisi Akande in Aso Rock

 

      President Buhari today, September 9, received APC Chieftains: Ahmed Bola Tinubu and Bisi Akande at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. More photos below...

I have declared my assets to the relevant authorities, I don't need to make it public - Wike

  

       Rivers state governor, Nyesom Wike says he has declared his assets to the relevant authorities and is not compelled to make it public. Speaking through his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Sir Opunabo Inko-Tariah, Wike said what is important in asset declaration is the sincerity behind it ...

You Know Your Aide Is Fraudulent & Wanted In The US, Sack Him Now … Group Tells El-Rufai

 

        The Centrum Initiative For Development and Fundamental Rights Initiative, CEDRA, has given Kaduna Governor, Malam El-Rufai 48 hours to sack the Special Adviser on Trade and Investment promotion, Jimmy Lawal, stating that the governor knows fully well, that Lawal is a fraudulent man and wanted in America. They said a quick search of Lawal on goggle will expose all his illicit acts and urged the Governor to do the needful if he wants the people of Kaduna to respect him and see his government as a transparent one.

President Buhari meets with PENCOM officials (PHOTOS)

 

      President Buhari met with officials of the National Pension Commission (PenCom) led by the DG, Mrs Chinelo Anohu-Amazu at the state house Abuja today September 2nd.

Primary school pupils to now receive free meals from President Buhari

 

     Vice-President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo on Tuesday said the President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration would soon commence giving primary school children free meals.

The vice president said the free feeding scheme was a core project of the Federal Government that would in turn yield about 1.14 million jobs and increase in food production.

Osinbajo said this at the 45th Annual Accountants Conference in Abuja.

He said the government would be investing more in the people, education and job creation.

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Speaking on the topic “Repositioning Nigeria for Sustainable Development: From Rhetoric to Performance,” Osinbajo said that the multiplier effects of the introduction of the school feeding scheme would help to create 1.14 million new jobs; increase food production by up to 530,000 metric tonnes per annum, as well as attract fresh investments up to N980bn.

He said, “One of the most important interventions required in the education sector is capacity building to improve teacher quality.

Donald Trump responds to Kanye West's presidential ambition

    Donald Trump spoke to Rolling Stone about Kanye West announcing his run for the 2020 presidential campaign at the MTV Video Music Awards.He told Rolling Stone magazine:

Photos: President Buhari arrives Kaduna on a state visit

      President Buhari arrived Kaduna state this evening. More photos after the cut...

Buhari, Osinbajo disclose assets

        The assets of President Buhari and Vice President Yemi Osinbajo have finally been disclosed. Below is a press statement from the presidency.

“Documents submitted by President Muhammadu Buhari to the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), show that the retired General has indeed been living an austere and Spartan lifestyle, contrary to what many might expect of a former Head of State of Nigeria and one who has held a number of top government positions, such as governor, Minister of petroleum and the head of the Petroleum Development Trust Fund (PTDF).
“The documents submitted to the CCB, which officials say are still being vetted and will soon be made public, show that prior to being sworn in on May 29, President Buhari had less than N30 million to his name. He also had only one bank account, with the Union Bank. President Buhari had no foreign account, no factory and no enterprises. He also had no registered company and no oil wells.

Femi Gbajabiamila reacts to trailer accident on Ojuelegba bridge

          House of Representatives Majority leader, Femi Gbajabiamila has reacted to the tragic accident involving a trailer and a container that fell off the Ojuelegba flyover and landed on an SUV killing all 3 occupants yesterday September 2nd.

Photos: Kaduna residents file out to give Buhari a rousing welcome

       President Buhari arrived the state this evening on a visit. More photos after the cut...