List Of African Presidents in Attendance during Tinubu's inauguration.
No fewer than seven African Presidents were present on Monday at the inauguration of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the 16th President of Nigeria. The colourful event which took place at the Eagles Square which was filled to capacity had in attendance Rwandan President Paul Kagame, his Liberian counterpart, George Weah; President Abiy Ahmed of Ethiopia; President Samia Hassan of Tanzania; President Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa, among others.
Biafra, Yoruba Nation: Nigeria Won’t Break Up – President Bola Tinubu Addresses Agitators
It will interest you to note that today, the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola administered the oath of office to Bola Tinubu and his deputy, Kashim Shettima at exactly 10:28 am and 10:38 am respectively. Nigeria now has a new President who will lead the nation for the next four years after a long and arduous election campaign that lasted months.
Today's Headlines: CJN Swears In 39 Judges To Handle 2023 Election Cases; Nigerians United Abroad, Enemies At Home - OBJ
CJN Swears In 39 More Judges To Handle 2023 Election Cases Photo Credit:Vanguard Newspapers The Chief Justice of Nigeria, CJN, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, has okayed the deployment of 39 more judges to the National Assembly, Governorship and State Houses of Assembly Election Petition Tribunals sitting across the federation.
North Korea sentences toddler, 2, to life in prison camp after parents found with Bible
An entire family, including a two-year-old child, was doomed to life imprisonment after a Bible was discovered in their possession, according to the International Religious Freedom Report. This incident was revealed by the US State Department. Department’s International Religious Freedom Report 2022, establishing the government’s crackdown on people having religious beliefs.
Buhari departs Abuja for his hometown, Daura after handing over to Tinubu
Former President Muhammadu Buhari has departed Abuja for his hometown of Daura, Katsina State after the inauguration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu as the country' s new president. After handing over to Tinubu, Buhari and his First Lady, Aisha Buhari, quickly departed the inauguration site in Abuja.
Former President Muhammadu Buhari returns to Daura, his hometown, Katsina State
On Monday, after Muhammadu Buhari had finished his term as president of Nigeria and handed over power to Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the former president made his way back to Daura, which is located in Katsina State. His family has lived in Daura ever since he was a child.
Even Though I Am A PDP Member, I Supported Obi Because I Wanted A Fair Distribution Of Power- Ortom
Samuel Ortom, the departing governor of Benue State, revealed his main reason for supporting Mr. Peter Obi, the Labour Party's presidential candidate, during the past election in a recent exclusive interview with Arise TV. In making his choice, Governor Ortom reaffirmed his steadfast dedication to the ideals of justice and fairness.
Group ends protest against Tinubu’s election, gives reasons
The Free Nigeria Movement (FNM) has issued a statement calling for an end to the protests against the presidential election that led to the victory of Bola Tinubu, the candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). According to the statement released on Thursday, Moses Paul, the Convener of the group, announced that they would temporarily suspend the protests to develop alternative strategies in their pursuit of justice.
If Buhari Eventually Fails, We Will Ask ‘President-Elect’ Tinubu To Release Nnamdi Kanu – Soludo
Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has again advocated for the release of detained Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu, claiming that doing so would foster sustainable development and ensure security in the South-East area. If departing President Muhammadu Buhari fails to heed the call of numerous Nigerians and stakeholders to release Kanu, he (Soludo) would turn his focus to the new administration of Bola Tinubu to satisfy the request.
Federal High Court Postpones Nnamdi Kanu's Case Against DSS
A suit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the Department of State Services (DSS), has been scheduled for June 20 for the adoption of processes by the Federal High Court in Abuja. The court registrar fixed the date in the absence of Justice Binta Nyako, who was on an official assignment.
Police Opens Up On Why Seun Kuti Was Handcuffed
The son of music legend, Late Fela Kuti, Seun has been detained at the State Criminal Intelligence and Investigation Department, SCIID, Yaba, Lagos, former Panti after he turned himself him at the Lagos State Police Headquarters, Ikeja for allegedly attacking and slapping a police officer on Third Mainland Bridge last Saturday
Breaking News: Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been inaugurated as the President of Nigeria.
Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu was sworn in as the 16th President of Nigeria at Eagle Square. The Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, officiated the ceremony, which was attended by thousands of Nigerians, delegates, and negotiators from around the world. After taking the oath of office, President Tinubu acknowledged the crowd as he entered the presentation vehicle, waving to the enthusiastic audience gathered at Eagle Square.
Judge threatens bench warrant against Fani-Kayode
The Lagos State Special Offences Court in Ikeja delivered a stern warning on Wednesday, cautioning that it could potentially issue an arrest warrant for former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, due to his persistent failure to attend his ongoing trial. Fani-Kayode is currently facing prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on 12 charges related to the use of forged documents, fabrication of evidence, and the procurement of document execution through deceitful means.
EFCC raises alarm, says corrupt politicians planning to flee Nigeria before May 29
Few days to the swearing in of the president- elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC has made top revelation about the corrupt politicians in the country ahead of the inauguration. read the full details below The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC is sounding the alarm over reports that several governors and lawmakers who have been accused of corruption are finalising arrangements to depart the country prior to the inauguration of President- elect Bola Ahmed Tinubu on May 29, 2023.
Today's Headlines:Court Overrules Tinubu, APC, Consolidates Atiku, I deliberately closed borders
Court Overrules Tinubu, APC, Consolidates Atiku Photo credit: vanguard newspaper The Presidential Election Petition Court, PEPC, sitting in Abuja, on Tuesday, consolidated the three different petitions that are seeking to nullify the outcome of the 2023 presidential election. A five-member panel of the court led by Justice Haruna Tsammani, in a unanimous decision, dismissed objections the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu and the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, raised against the merger of the petitions.
Court adjourns Kanu’s suit against DSS for adoption of processes
A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, fixed a suit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, Leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the Department of State Services (DSS) for adoption of processes. The matter was fixed for June 20 by the court registrar for adoption of applications filed by parties following the absence of Justice Binta Nyako in court.
Todays Headlines: Court Adjourns Kanu’s Suit Against DSS; Court Declares Murder Charges Against Doguwa Unconstitutional
Court Adjourns Kanu’s Suit Against DSS A Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, fixed a suit filed by Nnamdi Kanu, Leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), against the Department of State Services (DSS) for the adoption of processes.
Edo Chief Judge retires from service
Justice Joe Acha, the chief justice of Edo, departed from the state judiciary on Friday at the age of 65. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Justice Daniel Okungbowa, the newly appointed interim Chief Judge, characterized the retiring Chief Judge as the very essence of honesty and a jurist of undeniable renown.
Don’t allow any officeholder sneak out of Nigeria — CNG tells security agencies
The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has made a request to current and former members of the government, stating that they should not leave the country without going through the appropriate channels before the scheduled handover on May 29th.  In light of the CNG's recent directive to the Department of State Services (DSS) to apprehend anyone attempting to disrupt the May 29th handover, this request comes as an additional measure.
Abba Kyari: Court Bars Lawyers, Journalists From Covering Trial
Reporters covering the trial of the suspended DCP Abba Kyari and others were, on Tuesday, restricted from gaining access to the venue of the trial, Court 10 of the Federal High Court, Abuja, according to a report released yesterday, May 16, 2023 by DAILY POST.