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Tinubu Approves Renaming Of Federal University Of Medical Sciences Azare After Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the renaming of the Federal University of Medical Sciences, Azare, in honour of the late Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. The decision was announced on Saturday during the president’s condolence visit to the Bauchi State Government and the family of the deceased cleric. Tinubu described Sheikh Dahiru as a man devoted to humanity, whose teachings and life were guided by faith and service to Allah. “From today onward, I announce the change of name to immortalise him from the Federal University of Medical Sciences, Azare, to be known as Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi University.” The president also reflected on the cleric’s legacy, calling on Nigerians to uphold the values he stood for while offering prayers for national peace, unity, and development. “We all came from the Almighty Allah and we will return to Him. And the best thing for us is to continue to pray for peace, stability of our country, for economic prosperity, development, and to live the values that he left behind. “May Allah grant him Al-Jannah Firdaus. May God continue to keep all of you safe, keep our country together, give us peace and prosperity.” Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed praised the president for personally visiting the state, describing the gesture as a sign of deep respect for the late cleric, his family, and the people of Bauchi. He noted that the visit followed the earlier delegation of Vice President Kashim Shettima to the burial rites, reflecting the president’s close regard for Sheikh Dahiru. “We are really grateful and delighted for this visit.” Speaking on behalf of the family, Bashir Sheikh Dahiru-Bauchi expressed appreciation to the president for sending a high-powered delegation to the funeral prayers and for personally condoling with them. After the condolence visit, Tinubu left Bauchi through the Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa International Airport and proceeded to Lagos.

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Tinubu To Tour Borno, Bauchi, Lagos For Projects, Condolences, And Eyo Festival

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will visit Borno, Bauchi, and Lagos this weekend. He will start in Borno State, where he is set to commission several federal and state projects alongside Governor Babagana Zulum. While in Maiduguri, Tinubu will also attend the wedding of Sadeeq Sheriff, son of former Borno Governor Ali Modu Sheriff, who is marrying Hadiza Kam Salem. From Borno, the President will travel to Bauchi State to console the family of Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, the respected Islamic scholar and Tijjaniyya leader who passed away on November 27. Tinubu will then head to Lagos to spend the end-of-year holidays. He will serve as guest of honour at the Eyo Festival on December 27 at Tafawa Balewa Square, which will celebrate prominent figures including his mother, Alhaja Abibatu Mogaji, and former Lagos governors Alhaji Lateef Jakande and Chief Michael Otedola.

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Tinubu Warns Governors of Federal Intervention Over Local Government Financial Autonomy

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President Bola Tinubu has warned state governors that he may be compelled to issue an Executive Order to ensure direct allocation of funds to local governments if they continue to flout a Supreme Court ruling on financial autonomy. Speaking on Friday at the 15th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the All Progressives Congress at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja, Tinubu addressed governors and party leaders over the withholding of statutory allocations meant for local councils. “The Supreme Court has capped it for you again, saying, ‘give them their money directly.’ If you wait for my Executive Order, because I have the knife, I have the yam, I will cut it,” Tinubu said, underscoring the seriousness of compliance. He added, “I’m just being very respectful and understanding with my governors. Otherwise, if you don’t start to implement it, fact after fact, you will see.” The comments follow the July 11, 2024 Supreme Court judgment, which upheld the Federal Government’s suit enforcing financial independence for local governments. The court ruled that it is unconstitutional for state governments to retain or manage funds meant for local councils, ordering that allocations be paid directly from the Federation Account—a practice often ignored through joint accounts by many states. Reiterating the importance of adherence, Tinubu warned that further violations could prompt federal action. “The ultimate goal is our Supreme Court. We have to comply. We have to respect the judgment,” he stressed.

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Tinubu Leads APC 15th NEC Meeting With Governors and Party Leaders

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President Bola Tinubu attended the 15th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja on Friday. The session began at 6:05 pm with Tinubu’s arrival. This marks APC’s second NEC meeting in 2025, following an earlier gathering in February, and the first since Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda assumed office as national chairman in July. The meeting opened with a Christian prayer led by Taraba State Governor Kefas Agbu. Originally scheduled for December 15–16, the NEC session was later rescheduled to December 18–19 and held at the Presidential Villa. Several serving and former governors, top party officials, and principal officers of the National Assembly were in attendance. Notably, six governors who recently defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) also participated, including Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri, Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno, and Taraba State Governor Kefas Agbu. The APC NEC is the party’s highest decision-making body between conventions, bringing together the President, Vice President, national chairman, members of the National Working Committee, governors, and other key stakeholders to make binding decisions on party administration, policy direction, and preparations for future elections.

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Akpabio Urges Tinubu to Review Police Withdrawal From Federal Lawmakers

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Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged President Bola Tinubu to review his directive that ordered the withdrawal of police officers assigned to federal lawmakers, citing concerns over their security. The directive, issued on November 23, called for the immediate removal of police protection for very important personalities (VIPs) across the country. By November 26, several lawmakers had raised concerns that the move left them vulnerable. At the joint sitting of the National Assembly during the presentation of the 2026 appropriation bill on Friday, Akpabio highlighted these fears, saying some legislators might be unable to return home safely due to the change. “As we direct the security agencies to withdraw policemen from critical areas, some members have asked me to inform you that they may not be able to go home today because of this change,” he stated. “We plead with you, Mr President, for a review of the decision.” Akpabio also welcomed President Tinubu, Vice-President Kashim Shettima, and members of the Federal Executive Council to the National Assembly, describing the legislature as central to the president’s public service journey. He stressed that effective governance requires collaboration between the executive and legislature, dismissing claims that such cooperation compromises legislative independence. Akpabio described the 2026 appropriation bill as a strategic plan for national progress. “Over the past year, our country has faced significant challenges. Insecurity has tested our resolve and reminded us that peace must be constantly defended,” he said. He added that the 2025 budget demanded tough but necessary reforms prioritizing long-term national interests. Akpabio also noted the 10th Senate’s achievements, including landmark bills on security, economic reform, governance, electoral integrity, infrastructure, and social protection, all aimed at strengthening institutions and supporting security agencies.

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Tinubu Presents ₦58.18 Trillion 2026 Budget, Prioritises Security and Economic Recovery

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has presented the ₦58.18 trillion 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly, unveiling a detailed plan aimed at boosting Nigeria’s economy, strengthening security, and improving living standards. Tagged “The Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience and Shared Prosperity,” the 2026 proposal reflects the administration’s focus on fiscal discipline, economic reforms, and national stability. Speaking in Abuja on Friday, Tinubu acknowledged the economic challenges Nigerians have faced over the past two and a half years but noted signs of recovery. He highlighted that GDP growth reached 3.98 per cent in the third quarter of 2025, inflation has eased for eight consecutive months to 14.45 per cent in November, and Nigeria’s external reserves have risen to $47 billion—the highest in seven years—providing over ten months of import cover. The budget projects total revenue at ₦34.33 trillion and total expenditure at ₦58.18 trillion. Debt servicing is pegged at ₦15.52 trillion, non-debt recurrent expenditure at ₦15.25 trillion, and capital spending at ₦26.08 trillion. The budget deficit is estimated at ₦23.85 trillion, equivalent to 4.28 per cent of GDP. Assumptions include a crude oil price of $64.85 per barrel, daily production of 1.84 million barrels, and an exchange rate of ₦1,400 to the dollar. Security remains the top priority with an allocation of ₦5.41 trillion, followed by infrastructure (₦3.56 trillion), education (₦3.52 trillion), and health (₦2.48 trillion). Tinubu stressed a tougher approach to national security, declaring that all armed groups operating outside government authority—including bandits, kidnappers, militias, violent cult groups, and their sponsors—will be classified as terrorists and face decisive action. The President also pledged stricter budget execution, directing ministries, departments, and government agencies to meet revenue targets and eliminate leakages through full digitisation. In other sectors, Tinubu highlighted investments in education, healthcare, and agriculture, noting that over 418,000 students have benefited from the education loan scheme, while agricultural reforms will focus on mechanisation, irrigation, and food security. He called on lawmakers to support the budget, emphasising that collaboration between the executive and legislature is key to delivering the Renewed Hope Agenda. “The true value of a budget is not in its announcement, but in its delivery,” Tinubu said as he formally submitted the bill to the National Assembly.

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FEC Approves 2026 Budget, Sets Stage For Tinubu’s National Assembly Presentation

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The Federal Executive Council has given the green light to the 2026 Budget, clearing the way for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to present it to a joint session of the National Assembly this afternoon. The approval was confirmed on Friday by the President’s Special Assistant on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, via his X account. “The Federal Executive Council has approved the 2026 Budget, and it is now ready for presentation to a joint session of the National Assembly this afternoon by the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu,” Olusegun’s statement read. The decision follows extensive FEC discussions reviewing key elements of the 2026–2028 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper. Among the key parameters approved, the Council set an oil price benchmark of $64.85 per barrel and a budget exchange rate of ₦1,512 to one US dollar for the 2026 fiscal year.

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Tinubu Will Not Direct EFCC, ICPC Over Farouk Ahmed Allegations — Presidency

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The Presidency has reiterated that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will not step into the affairs of Nigeria’s anti-corruption agencies over the corruption allegations surrounding Farouk Ahmed, the former Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority. Ahmed resigned from his position after Aliko Dangote, President and Chief Executive Officer of Dangote Industries Limited, accused him of corruption, triggering public outcry and demands for accountability. Reacting to the situation on Thursday, presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga said the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission are independent bodies empowered by law to act without interference from the Presidency. His response came after criticism emerged on social media over the absence of arrests or publicly announced investigations following Ahmed’s resignation. An X user, @OurFavOnlineDoc, questioned why stepping down appeared to be the only consequence. “No prosecution. No arrest. No investigation. No proper accountability. Just allegation of stealing public funds, followed by a quiet resignation, and everybody can move on. This is not how to build a sane country with trust, integrity, and respect before the world. What a shame,” the user wrote. Onanuga dismissed the criticism, insisting that the President cannot dictate how the anti-graft agencies operate. “This is how we get things wrong through uninformed criticism. ICPC and EFCC are autonomous institutions. The ball is now in their courts to carry out their mandates. Mr. President will not tell them what to do,” he said.

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