Nigeria’s Muhammadu Buhari Unveils Second Batch of Ministerial Nominees
Senate president Bukola Saraki on Tuesday unveiled the second list of ministerial nominees from President Muhammadu Buhari. The list contained 15 names. They include: 1. Hajiya Khadija Aba Ibrahim 2. Omoleye Daramola 3. Prof. Anthony Owuka 4. Jefferey Onyema 5. Brig. Gen. Dan Ali (Rtd) 6. Zainab Ahmed 7. James Ocholi 8. Muhammadu Bello 9. […]
Nigerian President Buhari Owns UK Homes, Has $150,000 In His Account: Assets Declared
Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari owns five homes, two mud huts and has $150,000 in his bank account, the presidency said late on Thursday, as the head of state and his deputy honoured a promise to declare their assets to demonstrate transparency. Buhari, a 72-year-old former military ruler, owed his March election victory in large part […]
Unveil Your Anti-Corruption Strategy, TMG Tells Muhammadu Buhari
The Transition Monitoring Group (TMG) has pledged its support to the anti-corruption drive of the President Muhammadu Buhari’s administration, noting that it was a robust move to rid the nation of corruption. The group also urged the President to unveil his administration’s strategy for the war against graft, as promised during the campaigns. TMG in […]
Muhammadu Buhari appoints anti-corruption advisers
Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed a committee to advise him on how best to tackle corruption and reform the legal system. The seven-member Presidential Advisory Committee on Anti-Corruption is mostly made up of academics. Mr Buhari was elected in May, largely on a promise to tackle corruption. He has said he believes government officials […]
Nigeria’s President To Increase Domestic Production Of Millitary Arms And Weapons
President Muhammadu Buhari said on Friday Nigeria planned to ramp up the domestic production of weapons for its armed forces, in an effort to cut the country’s dependence on imported arms. “The Ministry of Defence is being tasked to draw up clear and measurable outlines for development of a modest military industrial complex for Nigeria,” […]
Buhari Visit to Benin Comes to An End
President Muhammadu Buhari will visit Cotonou, Benin Republic, tomorrow to attend the country’s 55th independence anniversary. This is contained in a programme tagged “Commemoration of the 55th Independence National Day of Benin Republic, 1st August, 2015,” obtained yesterday at the Nigerian Embassy in Cotonou. President Buhari is expected to be the special guest of honour […]
Nigerian Ex President Goodluck Jonathan’s Minister Stole $6bn Of Public Money
A former government minister in Nigeria stole $6bn (£3.8bn) of public money, a state governor has alleged.Adams Oshiomhole said US officials informed President Muhammadu Buhari of the alleged theft during his visit to Washington last month. Mr Buhari took office in May, ending the rule of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).The PDP has repeatedly denied […]
Nigeria’s Buhari To Meet Obama Over Terrorism
Nigeria’s new president Muhammadu Buhari is due to meet Barack Obama on Monday in Washington, where they are set to discuss the fight against terrorism and boost damaged bilateral relations. Facing an uptick in violence from the jihadist group Boko Haram, Buhari — who came to power in late May is expected to push for […]
Nigeria’s Buhari vows to ‘save’ Nollywood from piracy
Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari has vowed to save the country’s entertainment industry from pirates. He said the Nollywood film industry was doing well but unless it was backed, it would be “ruined by pirates”. The industry is worth $5bn (£3bn), but filmmakers still struggle to make a profit because of piracy. Despite being hastily shot […]
Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari replaces military chiefs
Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari has appointed new defence chiefs after sacking the heads of the army, navy and air force. The sackings were expected as the president has repeatedly criticised the military’s inability to defeat Islamist group Boko Haram. The Islamists have recently launched a series of deadly guerrilla attacks, killing more than 250 people. […]
