Category : Presidential Affairs


Adelabu Quits FEC as Presidency Clarifies Cabinet Exits

Federal Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu resigns to pursue Oyo governorship, proposing an energy coordinating role. Presidency clarifies exits of Finance and Housing ministers amid contractor complaints and Senate confirmations.

Power Minister Bayo Adelabu Resigns for Governorship Bid

Adebayo Adelabu, Nigeria's Minister of Power, has officially resigned from his position effective April 30, 2026, to focus on his governorship campaign in Oyo State, citing compliance with the Electoral Act 2026 and President Tinubu's directive.

Presidency: Ministers Resigned, Not Sacked

The Presidency denies reports of sacking, confirming former Finance Minister Wale Edun and Housing Minister Ahmed Musa Dangiwa resigned voluntarily on health grounds and personal reasons.

Presidency: Edun, Dangiwa Resigned, Not Sacked

The Presidency clarifies that former Finance Minister Wale Edun and Housing Minister Ahmed Dangiwa resigned voluntarily due to health and personal reasons, not removal, with Tinubu commending their service.

Wale Edun Resigns as Finance Minister, Presidency Confirms

The Presidency has confirmed that former Finance Minister Wale Edun resigned for health reasons, not dismissal. Housing Minister Ahmed Musa Dangiwa also stepped down, with President Tinubu appointing replacements to continue reforms.

Kwara Lawmaker Survives Gunmen Attack, Urges Police Probe

Dr. Ahmed Adam Saba, a federal lawmaker from Kwara State, narrowly escaped death after an attack by suspected gunmen in Edu LGA. He calls for a police investigation and vows to continue serving his constituency despite the threat.

Jonathan Meets Tinubu in Abuja as Details Emerge

Former Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan visited the Presidential Villa in Abuja to meet with President Bola Tinubu, with details of the meeting announced by presidential adviser Bayo Onanuga.

APC Group Reacts to Kano Governor's Deputy Appointment

The Emerging Progressive Leaders' Forum commends Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for appointing Murtala Sule Garo, son-in-law of former VP Atiku Abubakar, as Kano's new Deputy Governor, citing his experience and potential to unify the APC.

Nasarawa APC Group Accuses Wadada of Intimidation

A pressure group within the APC in Nasarawa State has accused Senator Ahmed Wadada of using President Tinubu's name for undue advantage and intimidating fellow aspirants in the governorship race.

ADC's Tony Nwoye Named Senate Minority Whip in Power Shift

Tony Nwoye of the African Democratic Congress becomes Senate Minority Whip after Osita Ngwu's defection, as ADC emerges as leading opposition party with nine seats, sparking questions about PDP's Abba Moro retaining Minority Leader role.

Governor Yusuf Nominates Murtala Garo as Deputy in Kano

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has nominated Murtala Sule Garo as Deputy Governor of Kano State, following consultations and a vacancy left by Abdussalam Gwarzo's resignation. The move has triggered celebrations among APC supporters.

Tinubu Reshuffles Economic Team Amid Reform Pressure

President Bola Tinubu has replaced his finance and housing ministers in a cabinet reshuffle aimed at strengthening governance. The move comes as the administration faces pressure to balance economic reforms with measures to ease the cost-of-living crisis.

ADC Slams Tinubu, NASS Over 7% Army Budget for Equipment

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) condemns President Bola Tinubu and the National Assembly for allocating only 7% of the Army's equipment budget, while fully funding the presidential fleet, calling it a misplacement of priorities. Tinubu also criticiz

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