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‘Nigeria is emerging stronger from economic uncertainty,’ Tinubu tells diaspora
President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians in the diaspora that their country has emerged from the “dark tunnel” of economic uncertainty and despair. Speaking on Thursday at the Nigeria Modernism Exhibition in London during his two-day UK state visit, Tinubu highlighted his administration’s “Renewed Hope” agenda, framing it as a pledge to restore optimism and confidence across the nation. “We…
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IGP Disu orders nationwide security boost for Eid celebrations
Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has congratulated Muslim faithful across Nigeria on the successful completion of Ramadan and the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, while ordering heightened security measures to ensure a peaceful festivity. According to a statement from the Force, the IGP has directed Commissioners of Police and Tactical Commanders to deploy tactical teams, intelligence operatives, and the Special Intervention Squad…
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Tinubu salutes Nigerian giants at London modern art exhibition
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday praised the creativity and resilience of Nigerians at an exhibition of Nigerian modern art at Tate Modern in London, describing it as a celebration of a generation that “refused to be despised but chose to define themselves.” Speaking during a reception organised by the British government as part of his state visit, President Tinubu said…
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UK–Nigeria asylum agreement applies only to Nigerians without legal status, Presidency clarifies
The Presidency has clarified that the recently signed migration and asylum agreement between Nigeria and the United Kingdom applies strictly to Nigerian citizens who do not have legal status to live and remain in the UK. The clarification was made on Friday by Temitope Ajayi, Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Media and Publicity, following what he described…
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Umahi invites EFCC, ICPC to probe Works Ministry projects
The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has announced that the Federal Ministry of Works has opened its financial records and project documents for independent scrutiny as part of efforts to promote transparency and accountability. Speaking during a media briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, Umahi said he was prepared to defend all expenditures, procurement procedures, and contract awards carried out under…
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Tinubu returns from UK, to spend Sallah in Lagos
President Bola Tinubu has returned to Nigeria following his official visit to the United Kingdom. The president is expected to spend the upcoming Sallah holiday in Lagos, where he will observe the break before resuming official duties. Tinubu’s UK trip included high-level engagements aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic relations between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
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PHOTO NEWS: Christopher Musa, UK defence minister hold bilateral talks in London
Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, on Thursday held bilateral talks with the United Kingdom’s Minister of State for Defence, Vernon Coaker, at Lancaster House in London as part of efforts to strengthen defence cooperation between both countries. The meeting focused on deepening strategic defence partnerships and enhancing collaboration in tackling security challenges affecting Nigeria and the wider region. Musa was…
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First Lady Oluremi Tinubu felicitates muslims on Eid-al-Fitr
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu, has congratulated Muslim faithful across the country on the successful completion of the Ramadan fast and the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr 2026. In her Eid message, the First Lady described Ramadan as a sacred period marked by prayers, sacrifice, compassion, and self-discipline. She expressed hope that the prayers, fasting, and charitable acts observed during the holy month…
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Alaafin urges Nigerians to embrace moral values for development in Eid message
By Adejayan Gbenga The Alaafin of Oyo, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abimbola Akeem Owoade, has called on Nigerians to prioritise moral values as a foundation for national development. In his Eid-al-Fitr message, the monarch warned that that Nigeria needs to strengthen its moral base as without a strong moral base, the country’s social, economic and political progress would be undermined.…
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President Tinubu departs London after historic state visit
President Bola Tinubu has departed London after a two-day state visit aimed at strengthening ties between Nigeria and the United Kingdom. The visit, which spanned Wednesday and Thursday, included high-level meetings with UK officials on trade, security, and migration cooperation. During the president’s stay, Nigeria signed a landmark agreement including a £746 million financing agreement between Nigeria’s Ministry of Finance,…
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