Category : Presidential Affairs


Adelabu: I Deserve to Be Next Oyo Governor

Former Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu asserts his suitability for Oyo governorship, dismissing claims of Olubadan's preferred candidate as he positions for 2027 elections.

Senate Confirms Darma as Minister

The Senate confirmed Muttaqha Rabe Darma as Minister. President Tinubu also nominated Lamido Abubakar Yuguda as CBN Deputy Governor and Benedict Umeno for CCB.

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.

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