…National Democratic Party's presidential candidate, Peter Obi, accused President Bola Tinubu's administration of entrenched corruption and called for probe. But Oyedele said the Federal Government does not operate a "shadow budget" or spend public funds outside the constitutional and statutory framework. "The Federal G…

…Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has accused the administration of President Bola Tinubu of gross corruption following claims that ₦8.83 trillion in 2025 expenditure was not captured in the national budget. Obi made the allegation in a statement posted on his X (formerly Twitter) account on Sunday, citing what he…

…Pope Leo XIV could visit Nigeria in the coming years following talks with President Bola Tinubu. Elsewhere, former Senate President Bukola Saraki pledged support for a first-class UNILORIN graduate to pursue a Master's degree in Italy, the Federal Government inaugurated a new board for the Bank of Agriculture, and Fran…

National Democratic Party's presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has accused President Bola Tinubu's administration of entrenched corruption, citing the latest findings from the International Monetary Fund on Nigeria's public finances. In a post on X on Sunday, Obi alleged that about ₦8.83 trillion in government expendit…

Nigeria's First Lady, Remi Tinubu, would be the subject of two fascinating books. The longer one would be autobiographical, because nobody can tell her story, let alone in the detailed form I presume she would like it. I imagine that the former Senator, one-quarter politician, one-quarter wife, one-quarter Aso Rock Qua…

…environmental sustainability," Oyetola said. Oyetola said reforms under President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda had strengthened stakeholder engagement, attracted investment, improved maritime safety and enhanced the competitiveness of Nigeria's ports. He added that ongoing port modernisation and plans to develop n…

President Bola Tinubu on Saturday flagged off N137bn road rehabilitation projects in Borno State, saying the roads will boost trade, agricultural activities and security operations when completed. The projects are the rehabilitation of the Bama-Banki Road and the Dikwa-Gamboru-Ngala Road. The News Agency of Nigeria rep…

…He stated that "Governor Oyebanji expressed his appreciation to President Bola Tinubu for his support in ensuring the safe return of the victims." He also commended heads of all security agencies in the state, the Ekiti State Council of Traditional Rulers, leaders of the Eda Oniyo community, and the State chapter of th…

…rather than partisan politics. It said the administration of President Bola Tinubu came into office with promises of institutional reform, responsible governance and Renewed Hope, adding that those commitments should now be reflected in the government's handling of the controversy. "The Tinubu administration came into…

…in defending the nation's territorial integrity. Shaibu also appreciated President Bola Tinubu, sister services, security agencies, development partners and Nigerians for supporting the army’s operations. Earlier, the Special Guest of Honour, retired Maj.-Gen. Felix Mujakperuo, described the Nigerian Army as a key pill…

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called for an immediate investigation into what he described as alleged off-budget public expenditure amounting to about ₦8.8 trillion, following findings contained in the latest International Monetary Fund (IMF) Article IV consultation on Nigeria. In a statement posted on his v…

By John Alechenu Media personality Ifedayo Olarinde, better known as Daddy Freeze, has hailed Pastor Bolaji Idowu after a video of the Christian cleric helping residents stranded by flooding in Lagos surfaced online. The video clip, which has been trending on social media, showed Pastor Idowu stopping his car when he n…

…and Social Welfare, Prof. Ali Pate, said the intervention formed part of President Bola Tinubu's commitment to improving healthcare delivery nationwide. Pate disclosed that the Federal Government had invested about N10bn in Bauchi through the programme, noting that the state had continued to benefit from several health…

…despite the Presidency insisting that no such agency was created by President Bola Tinubu. The controversy has generated calls from opposition figures and civil society groups for a comprehensive investigation into the allegations and Nigeria's public expenditure management.

…They are questions of public accountability,” it stated. The group also said the Tinubu administration came into office promising institutional reforms, transparency and responsible governance, adding that the government’s response to the controversy would be a test of those commitments. “The Tinubu administration came…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Media Centre has stirred fresh reactions after sharing an AI-generated image depicting First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, frying and selling akara, days after her remarks about small-scale businesses sparked widespread criticism. The image, posted on Friday, portrays the First Lady operatin…

…of the Nigeria Union of Pensioners, Godwin Abumisi, has commended President Bola Tinubu for approving the payment of N39.6bn being 10.6 per cent pension increase arrears owed to pensioners under the Defined Benefit Scheme. Abumisi spoke in an interview with TVC News shortly after the Pension Transitional Arrangement Di…

…pointed to what he described as record levels of federal allocations to states under the Tinubu administration and suggested that governors could redirect part of those funds to policing. "It wouldn't be out of place if the president said, 'I'm already sending the states a lot of money. Part of it should be used for th…

…in the interest of the country and even in his own interest," Falana said. Atiku gives Tinubu 7 days to prove or risk complicity charge On his part, the Presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress ADC, Atiku Abubakar, has given President Bola Tinubu a seven-day ultimatum to order a transparent, comprehens…

…Oba Ewuare II expressed gratitude to the Swiss government, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Monday Okpebholo, and other stakeholders for their role in the restitution process. "The Benin bronzes are not curiosities. They are records of governance and spirituality of the Edo people taken by force. To delay their re…

…such a scenario at this critical time,” it warned. The group called on President Bola Tinubu to reinforce military presence in vulnerable areas, strengthen intelligence-led operations, expand aerial surveillance and sustain pressure on insurgent groups. It also urged the international community, particularly the United…

President Bola Tinubu has paid a glowing tribute to elder statesman and progressive politician, Alhaji Ganiyu Kolapo Oseni, describing him as the man who introduced him to politics and stood firmly by him throughout his political journey. In a personal tribute released on Friday following Oseni’s death, the President e…

…It’s one family,” he said. Odimayo also expressed appreciation to President Bola Tinubu, the APC National Working Committee and the Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for their roles in the conduct of the primaries. The Director-General of the Asiwaju Mandate Group in Ondo State, Olumuyiwa Asagunla, said the…

…officials. "Those that Nigeria should hold accountable: number one, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu; number two, the Chief of Staff; number three, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation; number four, the National Security Adviser; number five, the Director-General of the DSS; number six, the Chairman of the EFCC…

…to unite behind the party ahead of the polls. The forum also commended President Bola Tinubu, the APC National Working Committee and the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, for what it described as their leadership in strengthening the party. The position was contained in a communiqué issued after the forum's mee…