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Sports Minister Extends Gratitude to Tinubu for Nat’l Teams' Backlog, Boosting AFCON Preparations

Says move further reiterates the President's commitment to sports development The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has expressed his appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the recent approval of a substantial N12 billion disbursement to address the longstanding outstanding backlog owed to Nigeria's National teams, as well as boost the mood of the Super Eagles, ahead of the African Cup of Nations kicking off this weekend. The payment encompasses the settl

President Tinubu suspends Governor Fubara, House of Assembly

PUBLISHED BY ETTAH EMMANUEL O. #NaijaBlaseTv Text of the Broadcast by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, declaring State of Emergency in Rivers state on Tuesday 18 March 2025 Fellow Nigerians, I feel greatly disturbed at the turn we have come to regarding the political crisis in Rivers State. Like many of you, I have watched with concern the development with the hope that the parties involved would allow good sense to prevail at the soonest, but all that hope bu

Sports Minister Expresses Gratitude to President Tinubu for Bestowing Nat’l Honour on Super Eagles

Says triumph is a beacon of hope for future generations of Nigerian athletes The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has extended profound gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for bestowing the esteemed Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) national honour upon members of Nigeria's Senior Men's National Team in recognition of their remarkable performance at the recently concluded AFCON 2023 tournament held in Cote d'Ivoire. Senator Enoh also appreciated Mr. Pre

PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU DECLARES 7TH NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES OPEN IN ASABA, DELTA STATE*

The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared open the 7th edition of the National Youth Games, taking place in Asaba, Delta State. The President who was represented by the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh said that the Games should promote the spirit of friendship amongst all states. He urged all state officials and athletes to compete with the spirit of fairness and togetherness, while putting the int

Dr. Betta Edu Makes President Tinubu's Administration Proud In Netherlands - Nigeria Envoy, Ajayi.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration has been described as a government that knows how to head-hunt and harvest intellectual professionals imbued with the Renewed Hope road-map on poverty alleviation and humanitarian challenges not only in Nigeria but on the continent of Africa. Nigeria's Ambassador to the Kingdom of Netherlands, Dr. Eniola Ajayi, made this known when she received the Minister for Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Dr. Betta Ed, and her entourage to the Nigeri

Nigerians React As Tinubu Meets Falana Over Fuel Subsidy Removal

Nigerians have reacted to the meeting between President Bola Tinubu and human rights lawyer, Femi Falana (SAN), at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Saturday. Falana, who is the lawyer to the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and its affiliate unions, met with Tinubu on how best to handle the removal of fuel subsidy and how to ensure that the pain of Nigerians does not worsen. The senior lawyer also met with the President on the war against corruption, and how best to recover funds that have been s

Atiku and Tinubu spar about an alleged plot to subvert the judiciary during the presidential electio

Atiku Abubakar, the Peoples Democratic Party's (PDP) nominee for president, and President Bola Tinubu are at odds over an alleged scheme to rig the upcoming election at the Presidential Election Petition Court in Abuja. The All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Tinubu's party, allegedly threatened Atiku, a former vice president, in a statement released on Saturday in Abuja by his media office, with the intent of intimidating the judges into not upholding justice in the ongoing presidential election dispute. The APC and Mr. Tinubu, though, have denied the accusations. Conflict in Court Atiku, who finished second in the presidential vote on February 25, is pleading with the Presidential Election Petition Court to annul Mr. Tinubu's victory due to purported electoral fraud.

Tinubu at 72: You Have Proven To Be A Remarkable Leader -Chief Sunday Dare

The immediate past Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Chief Sunday Dare, has felicitated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his 72nd birthday, saying the President has proven countless times to be a remarkable leader. In a goodwill birthday message issued on Friday, Chief Dare appreciated the President’s contributions to the growth and development of Nigeria over the past decades. Noting that the President has exhibited uncommon wisdom, remarkable vision and exemplary leadership, Chief

Presidential polls: Atiku, PDP to close case challenging Tinubu’s victory June 22

The presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and his party will on Thursday, close their case at the Presidential Election Petition Court, (PEPC) in their joint petition challenging the outcome of the Feb. 25 presidential election. The petitioners, according to a pre-hearing report were supposed to close their case on Tuesday. However, at the resumed hearing of the petition, the petitioner’s lead counsel, Mr Chris Uche, SAN told the court that his clien

President Tinubu Inaugurates Ministers & Urged Them to Prioritize The Interest of the Nation.

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. President Bola Tinubu on Monday charged the 45 newly inaugurated Ministers of the Federal Republic to prioritize the interests and welfare of the entire nation and its diverse population, above any regional or state-specific considerations. Speaking at the inauguration of new members of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) at the State House Conference Centre, the President underscored the immense responsibility the ministers now bear in shaping policies that will significant

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE: PRESIDENT TINUBU APPOINTS NEW PRESIDENTIAL MEDIA ADVISORY TEAM MEMBERS

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of the following men and women to serve in the Office of the President under the Media & Publicity Directorate with full respect for the tenets of Nigeria's federal character principle and the supremacy of merit: (1) Mr. Fela Durotoye (Senior Special Assistant to the President — National Values & Social Justice) (2) Mr. Fredrick Nwabufo (Senior Special Assistant to the President — Public Engagement) (3) Mrs. Linda Nwabuwa Akhigbe (Senior Special

See Why President Ahmed Tinubu Need to Reinstate Dr Betta As the Minister of Humanitarian.

Dr. Betta Edu holds a Bachelor's degree in Human Physiology and a Master's in Public Health. She has served in various leadership roles, including as the Director-General of the Cross River State Primary Healthcare Development Agency. In this capacity, she implemented policies and programs that significantly improved healthcare delivery in the state. During her time as the Director-General, Dr. Betta Edu led extensive vaccination campaigns, revitalized primary healthcare centers, and introduced

Introducing Abiola, the Linguistic Master Appointed SA Special Duty to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

The recent appointment of Jamiu Abiola as the Special Assistant on Special Duty to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is one to be thrilled and excited about. With his exceptional linguistic skills and expertise, Jamiu Abiola brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this important role. Jamiu Abiola has earned a well-deserved reputation as a linguistic master, known for his remarkable command over multiple languages. His ability to communicate fluently in various dialects has set him apart in the

DEMOCRACY DAY CELEBRATION: RT. HON. HILARY BISONG SALUTES TINUBU, OTU

... SAYS DEMOCRATIC DIVIDENDS MUST GO BEYOND POLICIES Chief Whip of the Cross River State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Hilary Ekpang Bisong JP, FCPA has said that for democracy to be seen in active practice, things that benefits the masses must be seen in their impact and beyond policymaking or administrative pronouncements. He made the assertion in a goodwill message to mark this year's Democracy Day celebration. "Your Excellencies, Dear compatriots. Today I congratulate us all, as we celebrate

Nat’l Anti-Doping Bill 2024: Sen. Owan applauds Tinubu’s foresightedness & the swiftness of NASS.

this makes Nigeria compliant with the WADA code,eligible in all ramifications to be in the league of sports recognized nations The Honourable Minister of Sports Development Senator John Owan Enoh salutes President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for placing premium on the National Anti-Doping Bill , thereby giving the Nation a reputation. The transmission of the Anti-doping Bill 2024 to the National Assembly and the accelerated passage of same remains a landmark achievement of this administration. It is a sho

VP Slot: Tinubu’s choice of Shettima an insult to fairness – Aisha

Socio-political activist, Aisha Yesufu, on Sunday said a Muslim-Muslim ticket “is an insult to fairness, equity and justice”. POLITICS NIGERIA reports that the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate for the 2023 polls, Bola Tinubu has confirmed Senator Kashim Shettima as his running mate. Shettima played a lead role in the pre-presidential primaries campaign of Tinubu. Shettima, the representative of Borno Central Senatorial District, was a former two-term Governor of Borno State

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU SIGNS N2.1 TRILLION SUPPLEMENTARY 2023 BUDGET

President Bola Tinubu signed the N2.176 trillion Supplementary Appropriation Act on Wednesday in Abuja to strengthen Nigeria's security architecture and address Nigeria's critical infrastructure deficit, amongst other considerations. The President signed the Supplementary Appropriation Act, 2023, in his office at the State House in the presence of Senate President Godswill Akpabio; Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas; Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Se

Nigeria @ 63: Hon. Atsu Congratulates Tinubu, Shettima, Prince Otu and His Deputy.

The Cross River State Commissioner for sports development Hon Agnes Atsu, has congratulated the president Bola Ahmed Tinubu, his Vice Kashim Shettima, the Governor of Cross River State Sen Bassey Edet Otu and his deputy Rt Hon Peter Odey on the occasion of the Nigeria’s 63rd independence anniversary. In a congratulatory message, made available to Truth Live News, the commissioner also felicitated with the Cross River State House of Assembly Speaker Rt Hon Elvert Eyambem and the entire members of

Barr. Okoi Obono-Obla writes Tinubu, mobilizes public petitions against alleged MTN, Multichoice exp

By Akpan David, Calabar A former presidential aide, Obol Okoi Obono-Obla has submitted a petition to President Bola Tinubu over what he termed exploitative, criminal and very poor services by two South African firms, Multichoice Nigeria Ltd and Mobile Telephone Network (MTN). In the letter dated 6 November 2023, the activist and lawyer prayed the president to invoke the power vested in him by the provisions of Section 40 (4) of FCCPC and constitute the Consumers Protection and Competition Tribun

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE: PRESIDENT TINUBU DIRECTS MANDATORY PROCUREMENT OF CNG-POWERED VEHICLES

In line with his commitment to ensure energy security, drive utility, and cut high fuel costs, President Bola Tinubu has directed the mandatory procurement of compressed-natural-gas-powered vehicles by all government ministries, departments, and agencies. The President's directive is also in furtherance of Nigeria's effort to transition to cleaner energy as CNG-enabled vehicles have been adjudged to produce lower emissions, even as they present a more affordable alternative for Nigerian energy c