Atiku’s Spokesman congratulates Tinubu, Shettima
Daniel Bwala, spokesman to the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, on Monday, congratulated President Bola Tinubu and his Vice, Kashim Shettima, for taking their oath of office. Bwala wrote on his Twitter page, “May I congratulate Bola Ahmed Tinubu #officialABAT and Kashim Shetima #KashimSM for taking the oath of office and…
I Won’t Be A Dictator, says President Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that his administration shall govern on citizens behalf but never rule over them. He said this in his inaugural address at Eagle Square, Abuja, on Monday. He said, “We shall consult and dialogue but never dictate. We shall reach out to all but never put down a single person…
AbdulRazaq makes first appointment after inauguration
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…
Actress Iya Gbonkan begs fans for car
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…
“Omo mi, I love you” Funke Akindele reacts as Juliana Olayode tenders deep apology to her
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…
BREAKING: I’ll Review Buhari’s Naira Redesign Policy – Tinubu
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…
AbdulRazaq takes oath as Kwara second term governor
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…
Inauguration: 7 key takeaways from Tinubu’s inaugural speech
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…
Op-ed: Germany’s journey to democracy
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…
