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President Tinubu directs reorganization of BPP

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

President Bola Tinubu has directed the resignation of Mr. Mamman Ahmadu from office as the Director-General/Chief Executive Officer of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP).

This is part of a larger reorganization effort in the public procurement system to reposition the agency for greater efficiency and transparency.

The Director-General is to hand over to the most senior officer in the Bureau, pending the appointment of a new Director-General.

The President thanks Mr. Ahmadu for his services and wishes him success in his future endeavours.

Chief Ajuri Ngelale

Special Adviser to the President

(Media & Publicity)

June 15, 2024

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President Tinubu appoints Gbeleyi as new BPE DG

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mr. Ayodeji Ariyo Gbeleyi as the Director-General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE).

Mr. Gbeleyi is a renowned financial expert and award-winning chartered accountant. He is a fellow of both the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN).

He is also an alumnus of executive programmes of the prestigious London Business School, Harvard Kennedy School of Government, and Lagos Business School.

He has over 30 years of post-qualification experience in diverse sectors, including manufacturing, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), investment & commercial banking, project finance, telecommunications, infrastructure, and public administration.

He was the board Chairman of the Federal Mortgage Bank of Nigeria (FMBN) and Commissioner of Finance in Lagos State from 2013 to 2015.

The President expects the new Director-General to bring his vast experience and competence to bear in this role to strengthen the agency as the national resource centre for capacity building and sustenance of reforms through the promotion of a competitive private sector-driven economy, ensuring social accountability and efficient deployment of public resources, as well as advancing effective corporate governance and fiduciary discipline in the public and private sectors.

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Eid-el-Kabir: President Tinubu Departs Abuja for Lagos

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

President Bola Tinubu is set to depart Abuja for Lagos State today ahead of the Eid-el-Kabir celebrations.

According to a State House press release, the President will observe the Eid-el-Kabir in Lagos, where he will also spend the Sallah holidays.

“The President will mark the occasion in prayers and reflection on advancing the transformation of Nigeria in line with his Renewed Hope Agenda,” the statement said.

Recall that the Sultan of Sokoto, Sa’ad Abubakar, had last week declared Sunday, June 16, as Eid-el-Kabir day after affirming that Friday is the first day of Dhul Hijjah.

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Democracy Day: Shock as President Tinubu falls heavily on Stage [VIDEO]

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

The President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu had a heavy fall earlier today in Abuja while attempting to mount the rostrum in the midst of several aides and security personnel.

Footage of the incident has since gone viral on social media. it can be recalled that the president had just given his independence day speech this morning shortly before the unfortunate occurrence.

The President is hale and hearty.

Watch the video below;

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BREAKING: Tinubu removes Arase as Police Service Commission Chairman

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has replaced Solomon Arase as the Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC).

Ajuri Ngelale, presidential spokesman, who announced this in a statement on Monday, said DIG Hashimu Argungu (Rtd) is the new chairman of the commission.

“President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of DIG Hashimu Argungu (Rtd) as the Chairman of the Police Service Commission (PSC).

“The President has also approved the appointment of Chief Onyemuche Nnamani as Secretary and DIG Taiwo Lakanu (Rtd) as Member of the Commission.

“The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Senate. Other members of the Police Service Commission will be appointed in due course.

“Furthermore, the President has approved the appointment of Mr. Mohammed Sheidu as the Executive Secretary of the Nigeria Police Trust Fund (NPTF) with immediate effect.

“The President expects absolute demonstration of integrity, diligence, and patriotic zeal in the discharge of these important functions for the overall wellbeing of the Nigeria Police and the nation.”

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BREAKING: Tinubu names Abuja expressway after Chinua Achebe

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

President Bola Tinubu has approved the naming of the M18 road infrastructure in Guzape District, Abuja after renowned novelist, Chinua Achebe.

The President stated this during his address at the inauguration of the road in Abuja on Saturday, June 8.

This was contained in a post by Special Assistant to President Tinubu on Social Media, Olusegun Dada.

He wrote: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Commissions the M18 road infrastructure in Guzape District of Abuja. Names road after Nigerian Novelist and Poet, late Professor Chinua Achebe.”

Details shortly…

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BREAKING: Minister of Finance, Edun submits minimum wage cost to Tinubu

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

Following a 48-hour ultimatum issued to him by President Bola Tinubu, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, on Thursday, submitted the projected cost implications of implementing a new national minimum wage.

The submission comes two days after Tinubu issued the directive to present a proposed new minimum wage figure and analysis of the associated costs.

The finance minister’s report is said to outline several potential new minimum wage levels along with the anticipated fiscal impacts on the federal budget of each option.

Recall that the Organised Labour had embarked on a nationwide strike on Monday and Tuesday to demand increased minimum wage for the government workers.

Another of the labour demand was the reversal of the recently increased electricity tarrifs.

The industrial action was suspended for five days by the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and Trade Union Congress (TUC) after signing a commitment with the federal government to resume negotiations, and come up with a new minimum wage within a week.

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‘I’ll Sack Non-Performing Ministers’ – Tinubu

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

President Bola Tinubu has hinted on plans to relieve underperforming ministers of their duties in the coming weeks.

President Tinubu had asked the ministers to present their scorecard to Nigerians as part of activities to mark his first year in office.

Many Nigerians had said that the president would use that as a yardstick to either retain or relieve these ministers of their positions.

Confirming this position, President Tinubu declared at a meeting with leaders of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) at the villa on Thursday evening that appointees who have performed subpar would be shown the door.

“I thank the cabinet members for their efforts, but I will relieve any of them of their duties anytime I feel that they are failing Nigerians,” Tinubu said.

The president appealed to state governments to prioritize the needs of local communities by ensuring accountability and effectiveness in the administration of local governments.

“I will appeal to you to summon the governors. I am doing my very best to enhance the revenue base of the country. They must equally be sympathetic, and they must urgently consider the needs of the local people.

“People reside in the local communities. That is where they work, farm, and live. If the local governments are not effective in delivering services; as leaders, we must not hang on to the numbers.

“Maybe we should look at recalibrating. What was good four years ago may not be good today. When we want the votes, we go to the locals; when we get the votes, we move to and focus on Abuja,” he said.

Speaking on the significance of education in nation-building, Tinubu described the situation of out-of-school children in parts of Nigeria as unacceptable.

“The question of out-of-school children is unacceptable. Education is a tool against poverty, and that is what brought many of us here. We must use our education to serve the people and improve their conditions. We must develop the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, which is the education system. We will collaborate with you on this intensively.

“We are still building Nigeria, and I am glad that you have emphasized the need for development. The infrastructure decay is unacceptable, and the level of poverty in the north is unacceptable. We must eliminate the source of these trends,” Tinubu said.

On security, President Tinubu said: “Everybody wants to be secure, and we need to invest more in technology. We will do it, I promise you. We will put our heart and soul into ensuring that Nigeria is secure and its citizens are protected.”

He continued: ”As long as we are together, and we have to be together, there is strength in our diversity. Our strength and opportunity are built into our population. I thank the cabinet members for their efforts, but I will relieve any of them of their duties anytime I feel that they are failing Nigerians.”

Leader of the delegation and Chairman, Board of Trustees of ACF, Barrister Bashir Dalhatu, congratulated President Tinubu on his first year in office and expressed the Forum’s appreciation for his achievements and service to the country.

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BREAKING: Tinubu commissions flyover/link bridge in Abuja’s Wuye district [VIDEO]

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially commissioned the Wuye Flyover/Link Bridge in the Wuye District of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

The inauguration ceremony took place today on the newly constructed bridge as part of activities marking the president’s first year in office.

The bridge is expected to alleviate the persistent traffic challenges in the Wuye and Berger bridge area.

In his address during the commissioning, President Tinubu emphasized the importance of infrastructure development in driving economic growth and improving the quality of life for Nigerians.

He highlighted his government’s commitment to investing in critical infrastructure projects across the country, aiming to boost economic activities and ensure sustainable development.

The President also commended the efforts of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) and the contractors for the timely completion of the project.

He urged residents to take advantage of the new infrastructure responsibly and maintain it for long-term use.

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BREAKING: Tinubu approves six-month free ride on Abuja Metro rail

by Folarin Kehinde
written by Folarin Kehinde

President Bola Tinubu has approved the extension of free train rides on the Abuja Rail Mass Transit, the Metro Rail, until the end of the year.

Tinubu gave the approval during his address at the inauguration of the commencement of operations of the Abuja metro rail in Abuja on Wednesday, May 29.

Earlier, FCT minister Nyesom Wike announced free train rides for two months to ease the burden of commuting for residents of the capital city.

However, the president appealed for the extension to offer hope to the people of the FCT and give them reasons to celebrate.

“Our dear landlord and his team, I heard you saying two months free ride. I appeal to you to make it till the end of the year.

“Since today you’re not going to charge me, that will give the people hope and reasons to celebrate,” Tinubu said amid cheers from Nigerians who had come to witness the commissioning.

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