A few minutes after his inauguration for a second term in office, Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has re-appointed Mallam Rafiu Ajakaye as his Chief Press Secretary. The re-appointment was confirmed in a statement by Murtala Atoyebi, the Chief Press Secretary to the Head of Service, Susan Oluwole. The statement read in part, “The Executive…
Nollywood actress, Margaret Olayinka aka Iya Gbonkan has appealed to her fans to provide a car for her. The renowned actress, who is known for her creepy roles lamented that she does not own a car despite spending decades in the movie industry. In a video now in circulation, she claimed to have been using…
Nollywood actress and PDP governorship candidate running mate for Lagos, Funke Akindele has responded to Juliana Olayode’s heartfelt apology. Funke Akindele, who bears no grudges against the actress, remarked how much she misses Juliana Olayode in the actress’s comment area. She expressed her love for her and vowed to meet her soon. “My Juliana. I…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has vowed to review the naira redesign policy of his predecessor. Tinubu made the vow in his inaugural address delivered at the Eagle Square, Abuja. He also said both new and old currency notes would be treated as legal tender. He said: “Monetary policy needs thorough house cleansing. The Central Bank…
Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on Monday, took the oath for a second term of office. Both the Governor and his Deputy Governor Kayode Alabi were accompanied by their spouses; Mrs Olufolake AbdulRazaq and Mrs Abieyuwa Alabi as well as members of their families and friends. Chief Judge of Kwara State Justice Abiodun Adebara administered…
President Bola Tinubu, has been officially sworn in as the 16th president of Nigeria amid colourful events and festive mood at the Eagle Square today (Monday). Tinubu, in his inaugural speech, touched on keynote policies and initiatives that will herald the start of his administration. Here are seven major takeaways from the President’s speech. Fuel…
By Uta Rasche It was 175 years ago when Germany’s first freely-elected parliament met in St. Paul’s Church in Frankfurt. The constitution they created is one of the most important chapters in the history of German democracy. During the 19th century an unprecedented wave of revolutions swept across large parts of Europe. Following events in…
The author Ilija Trojanow is involved in the “Global Assembly”, which is seeking ideas for strengthening democracy worldwide. By Carsten Hauptmeier The initiators of the “Global Assembly” firmly believe that the question of democracy and human rights is not limited to nation states. To mark the 175th anniversary of the first German National Assembly, activists…
FIRST INAUGURAL ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU 29 MAY 2023 My Fellow Citizens, I stand before you honoured to assume the sacred mandate you have given me. My love for this nation is abiding. My confidence in its people, unwavering. And my faith in God Almighty, absolute. I know that His hand shall provide…
President Bola Tinubu has vowed to deliver on his campaign promises by creating an enabling environment for local and foreign investors. He also said there will be a creation of one million digital jobs for youths. Tinubu made these known during his presidential inaugural speech at Eagle Square, Abuja, on Monday. “I have a message…
