Ganduje Inaugurated as FAAN Board Chairman

Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, CON, the immediate past National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Governor of Kano State, has been officially inaugurated as the Chairman of the Board of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). His appointment was made by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in January 2025, with the formal inauguration taking place on July 9, 2025, in Abuja. The inauguration ceremony was conducted by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, and included other board members such as FAAN Managing Director Ms. Olubunmi Kuku, Ms. Dorothy Duruaka, Ahmed Ibrahim Suleiman, Nasiru Muazu, Omozojie Okoboh, TP Vembe, and Bridget Gold. Dr. Ganduje assumed this new role shortly after resigning as APC National Chairman, a position he held from August 2023 until his resignation in mid-2025, citing urgent personal matters. His resignation cleared the way for his full assumption of duties at FAAN, aligning with President Tinubu’s directive that board chairpersons maintain non-executive roles without interfering in daily management. This appointment marks a significant transition for Dr. Ganduje from partisan leadership to a strategic role in Nigeria’s aviation sector, where he is expected to enhance oversight and operational efficiency within FAAN.

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President Tinubu Meets, Lauds Pope Leo XIV

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has extolled the virtues of Pope Leo XIV after the inauguration of the pontiff in Mass at the Vatican on Sunday. The Nigerian President wrote on his Twitter handle now X; “Today, at the Vatican, upon the personal invitation of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV, I joined world leaders and millions of Catholics in witnessing the beginning of a new papacy. “Pope Leo XIV’s humility, history with Nigeria, and message of peace remind us of the moral leadership the world desperately needs. “As a nation of deep faith and great diversity, Nigeria remains committed to building bridges across belief, race, and continent—for peace, for progress, and for all of humanity. “May the Almighty guide the Holy Father and strengthen all who labour for a more just and compassionate world.” Pope Leo XIV was elected by a college of Cardinals following the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday.

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Edo Guber: Tinubu congratulates Okpebholo on inauguration

President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Senator Monday Okpebholo on his inauguration today as the Governor of Edo State. In his message, President Tinubu urged Governor Okpebholo to diligently work to enhance the living standards of the people of Edo State and make a significant impact during his tenure. Following his triumph in the state governorship election held on September 21, 2024, Okpebholo officially took over from former governor Godwin Obaseki. Reflecting on the transition, President Tinubu noted that after eight years under Obaseki’s administration, Edo State is rejoining the ranks of the All Progressives Congress. He emphasised the importance of Governor Okpebholo justifying the confidence placed in him and the APC while fostering true democracy and effective governance in the state. The President encouraged Okpebholo to empower the Legislature and other vital government institutions throughout his administration, underscoring that a robust and independent legislature is essential for achieving democratic good governance. Expressing concerns, President Tinubu lamented the previous administration’s attempts to undermine the legislative branch, which hindered its effectiveness for much of its tenure. Additionally, President Tinubu commended the Independent National Electoral Commission for the successful conduct of the Edo Governorship Election and encouraged the Commission to strive for even greater excellence in the upcoming Ondo Governorship Election, scheduled for November 16, 2024. The President celebrated this milestone as a new chapter in Edo State’s democratic journey and rejoiced with the people of Edo for this momentous occasion.

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