Tag: President Bola Tinubu

Tinubu declares C-PACT Summit open, says Africa must dismantle inefficient borders to unlock prosperity

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged African nations to break down inefficient borders, modernise their Customs systems and commit to a unified trade framework capable of transforming the continent’s economic fortunes. The President made the call on Monday at the opening of the maiden Customs Partnership for African Cooperation in Trade (C-PACT) Summit at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, President Tinubu said Africa can only achieve meaningful prosperity by replacing fragmented markets with cohesive, technology-driven trade systems backed by political will and institutional reforms. He…

Tinubu grants Presidential pardon to Herbert Macaulay, Vatsa, Lawan, clemency to 82 Inmates

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has granted presidential pardons to several notable Nigerians, including nationalist Herbert Macaulay and the late Major General Mamman Jiya Vatsa, who was executed in 1986 over a treason charge. According to a statement issued on Thursday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, the pardons followed the endorsement of the National Council of State, which met earlier in Abuja to consider recommendations from the Presidential Advisory Committee on the Prerogative of Mercy (PACPM). Macaulay, revered as one of Nigeria’s founding fathers…

2025 National Cybersecurity Conference: Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to a Safe, Digitally Resilient Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Security Adviser (NSA), Malam Nuhu Ribadu, has declared that cybersecurity is no longer a peripheral concern but a national security priority, underscoring President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s digital resilience. Speaking on behalf of the President while declaring open the National Cybersecurity Conference 2025 in Abuja, Ribadu said the increasing complexity of digital threats to national infrastructure, public institutions, and citizens has made cybersecurity a front-burner issue for national planning and security.   “Cybersecurity today defines how secure our economy, institutions, and citizens are. It is…

NHRC urges collective action to protect Nigerian Children from abuse, exploitation

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on all stakeholders to join forces in protecting Nigerian children from various forms of abuse and exploitation. Dr. Tony Ojukwu, Executive Secretary of the NHRC, made the appeal during the commemoration of the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression on June 4th. The day is dedicated to raising awareness about the suffering of children worldwide who face physical, mental, and emotional abuse. Highlighting the gravity of the situation in Nigeria, Dr. Ojukwu revealed that millions of children endure emotional, physical,…

Tinubu Honours Bill Gates with CFR for Contributions to Health, Development in Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Tuesday conferred the national honour of Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR) on billionaire philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates in recognition of his decades-long contributions to improving health care and reducing poverty in Nigeria. The award ceremony took place in Lagos, where President Tinubu described Gates as a global figure whose dedication to humanitarian causes serves as an inspiration to world leaders.   “Bill Gates has demonstrated an indivisible commitment to humanity. His work in health, agriculture, and poverty alleviation, particularly…

2025 Children’s Day:Tinubu reaffirms commitment to child protection, launches Anti-Bullying campaign

Lukman Laleye Babalola

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s unwavering commitment to the protection and development of Nigerian children, declared that they remain the pride and future of the nation. The President made this known in a special address to commemorate the 2025 National Children’s Day celebrated nationwide on Tuesday.   In a heartfelt message titled “Stand Up, Speak Up: Building a Bullying-Free Generation”, President Tinubu emphasized the need to create a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for every Nigerian child, while condemning bullying, violence, and neglect in both physical and…

Gov Okpebholo, Idahosa hail President Tinubu on Benin-Sapele-Warri Road Repairs

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, and his Deputy, Dennis Idahosa, have lauded President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the ongoing repairs of failed portions of the Benin-Sapele-Warri road. During an inspection tour of the project alongside the contractor, the governor expressed satisfaction with the progress of work on the more than 30-kilometer stretch, describing it as a significant boost to the socioeconomic activities of Edo and Delta States. “This is our president in action. Work is progressing rapidly, and Edo is developing like Lagos. We deeply appreciate President Tinubu’s commitment to…

Peter Dunia hails Tinubu, applauds Tompolo for Nigeria Maritime University Act …. Says NMU will drive Socio-Economic Growth in Niger Delta

Emporium Reporters

A prominent Niger Deltan and philanthropist, Mr. Peter Dunia, popularly known as Peter Black, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing into law the 2025 Act establishing the Nigeria Maritime University (NMU) in Okerenkoko, Warri South West Local Government Area of Delta State.   In a statement titled “Thank You, Mr. President, and Kudos to the GOC,” released on Friday, Dunia described President Tinubu as a visionary leader whose decision marks a turning point for the full commencement of the university.   Expressing his joy at witnessing this historic…

CCPHR applauds Tinubu, CDS Musa’s efforts in Strengthening Nigeria’s Security … Urges greater public support, collaboration

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Coalition of Civil Society for Promotion of Human Rights (CCPHR) has commended President Bola Tinubu and the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Gwabin Musa, for their proactive measures in addressing Nigeria’s security challenges.   In a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday, CCPHR National Coordinator, Dr. Amana Moses Amana, praised the duo for driving significant progress in combating terrorism and other threats. Amana noted that their efforts have inspired confidence and are fostering greater collaboration across Nigeria’s security architecture.   “Since President Tinubu appointed General Christopher Musa…

2024 budget must address needs of long-suffering Nigerians – Speaker Abbas urges … gets standing ovation from President Tinubu, Reps

Emporium Reporters

The Speaker of the House of Representatives Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen has stated that the 2024 Appropriation Bill “should not be seen as a mere financial document but a reflection of our collective resolve to address the most critical needs of our long-suffering citizens.” The Speaker made this known in his vote of thanks after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu laid the 2024 budget estimates before a joint session of the National Assembly in Abuja on Wednesday. President Tinubu presented a proposal of N27.5trillion, and tagged the Appropriation Bill as ‘Budget…