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Tinubu Returns to Abuja After Abu Dhabi Trip

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President Bola Tinubu has arrived back in Abuja after attending the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, where Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates concluded a major trade agreement aimed at strengthening economic ties between both countries. The President’s return was confirmed on Saturday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who issued a statement on the completion of the trip. Tinubu had left Nigeria on December 28, 2025, travelling to Paris to complete the remaining part of his annual leave before heading to Abu Dhabi for the summit, which took place from January 11 to 15. The President also attended the same global gathering in 2025. While in Abu Dhabi, Nigeria and the UAE signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement designed to expand bilateral trade and investment. The agreement allows duty-free entry for thousands of Nigerian products into the UAE market and is expected to deepen cooperation in areas such as energy, infrastructure, agriculture, mining, renewable energy, and technology transfer. The agreement was signed on Nigeria’s behalf by the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole, while UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, signed for the Emirates. President Tinubu and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan witnessed the signing. Speaking after the ceremony, Oduwole said the deal would open new global market opportunities for Nigerian exporters. She explained that Nigerian businesses would be able to establish offices and subsidiaries in the UAE, with business owners permitted to stay in the country for up to 90 days within a 12-month period. During his address at the summit, Tinubu announced that Nigeria plans to mobilise up to $30bn annually in climate and green industrial financing to support energy transition reforms and expand electricity access nationwide. He revealed that the Climate Investment Platform is targeting $500m for climate-resilient infrastructure, while the National Climate Change Fund is seeking a $2bn capital base. The President also disclosed plans to host a joint Nigeria-UAE Investopia summit in Lagos in February, expected to attract investors, policymakers, innovators, and business leaders to explore investment opportunities in Nigeria. Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week is an annual global initiative organised by the UAE to promote dialogue on sustainability, climate action, and energy transition. The 2026 edition, themed “The Nexus of Next: All Systems Go,” focused on coordinated efforts across finance, technology, energy, and human capital to drive sustainable development.

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Vice President Shettima Represents Tinubu at 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day

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Vice President Kashim Shettima represented President Bola Tinubu at the 2026 Armed Forces Celebration and Remembrance Day (AFCRD) ceremony held at the Cenotaph of the Unknown Soldier, Eagle Square, Abuja. President Tinubu is in the United Arab Emirates attending the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW). The AFCRD, organised annually by the Ministry of Defence, honours Nigerian military personnel who sacrificed their lives in service to the nation. This includes those who died during the First and Second World Wars, the Nigerian Civil War, peacekeeping missions, and internal security operations, particularly in the fight against terrorism. The event also celebrates living veterans and provides an opportunity to rally financial and moral support for their welfare, as well as for the families of fallen service members. While Remembrance Day is observed worldwide, Nigeria’s commemoration has a unique history. Initially marked on November 11 in line with other Commonwealth nations, the date was later moved to January 15 to mark the end of the Nigerian Civil War and reflect the country’s own historical journey. The 2026 ceremony comes at a time of notable security gains by the Armed Forces in the North-East and other regions. It recognises the courage, professionalism, and sacrifices of officers and soldiers working to maintain peace and security for Nigerians. The Federal Government reiterated its appreciation for these gallant personnel and called on citizens, organisations, and the private sector to continue supporting service members, especially wounded soldiers and families of fallen heroes.

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Wike Says Only Tinubu Can Sack Him, Dismisses Calls For Removal As FCT Minister

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Wike has responded to critics, saying only President Bola Tinubu has the authority to remove him as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), dismissing calls for his sack. The minister’s remarks come amid increasing pressure from political figures, especially within the All Progressives Congress (APC), who have linked their calls for his removal to tensions with his successor as Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara. Groups such as the APC Leaders Forum (ALF) and the Tinubu/Shettima Solidarity Movement (TSSM) had issued an open letter urging Tinubu to dismiss Wike, citing alleged insubordination, anti-party activities, and threats to national unity. During a “thank you” visit to Obio/Akpor Local Government Council, Wike insisted that only the president can decide his fate. “If my appointor believes that I cannot offer anything again, he has the right. It’s not that you should tell him,” he said. Wike defended his performance in office, noting that the attention he receives is due to the results of his work in the FCT. “I am proud, and Rivers people are proud, and we can tell Nigerians that we have not disappointed them as far as FCT is concerned. If you are not doing well, nobody will talk about you. But because we are doing well, people must talk about us,” he added. He also criticized former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and his supporters who are positioning for the 2027 presidency, arguing that they lack the capacity to win based on past results. “Those who say they are coming from Atiku’s side—I don’t understand. People who couldn’t give Atiku Abubakar ten percent in 2023 are now claiming they can deliver the presidency. You want to deliver failure because he has never passed one day. “We are the ones who have been winning every election. Magnus can attest to that. How can somebody who failed come and lead their own campaign? What campaign will he lead? We have settled the issue of the presidency come 2027. The good thing is everybody is saying we support Tinubu. Let us wrestle this one here, and let’s see who will win.”

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Tinubu Arrives In Abu Dhabi Ahead Of 2026 Sustainability Week

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President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, to participate in the 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, which officially opens on Monday. The President’s aircraft landed at the presidential wing of Zayed International Airport at about 11:30 p.m. local time on Sunday. His arrival was confirmed in a statement issued by his spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga. Tinubu was received at the airport by the UAE Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sheikh Shakhboot Nahyan Al Nahyan, and the UAE Ambassador to Nigeria, Salem Saeed Al-Shamsi. Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, as well as officials from the Nigerian diplomatic mission in Abu Dhabi, were also present. Several Nigerian government officials later welcomed the President at his hotel. Among them were the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu; the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole; and the Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency, Mohammed Mohammed. The President arrived in Abu Dhabi from Europe, where he previously held consultations with Rwandan President Paul Kagame and French President Emmanuel Macron. The 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, themed The Nexus of Next, All Systems Go, will focus on issues relating to sustainable development, climate action, energy transition, and inclusive growth.

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INEC Receives Over N1 Trillion In 2026 Budget Ahead Of 2027 Elections

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The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is set to receive N1,013,778,401,602 in the 2026 budget presented to the National Assembly by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, marking one of the largest allocations in the commission’s history. The funding comes as Nigeria prepares for the 2027 general elections. The details were released in the 2026 Appropriation Bill by the Budget Office of the Federation, which proposes a total budget of N58.18 trillion, with projected revenue of N34.33 trillion and expenditure including N15.52 trillion for debt servicing. The budget has been dubbed the “Budget of Consolidation, Renewed Resilience and Shared Prosperity.” INEC has long stressed the importance of sufficient funding to conduct credible elections. The new allocation will be critical in covering the extensive logistics required for nationwide polls, including technology procurement, voter education, and staff deployment. Section 3(3) of the Electoral Act 2022 mandates that election funds must be released at least one year before the polls. In recent years, election budgets have risen significantly. The National Assembly approved an increase for INEC in 2025, raising its budget to N140 billion from an initial N40 billion proposal. The 2023 general elections cost N313.4 billion, though only part of the approved N355 billion had been released by September 2023. In comparison, the 2019 elections cost N143 billion, while the 2015 elections were conducted at N108.8 billion. Professor Bolade Eyinla, former Chief Technical Adviser to INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu, projected that the 2027 elections could cost around N870 billion (about US$600 million). Speaking at a Yiaga Africa 2027 Elections Scenarios and Election Manipulation Risk Index retreat in Abuja, Eyinla described Nigeria’s elections as among the largest peacetime civil operations, requiring significant financial, technological, and logistical resources. The projected costs reflect the scale of the upcoming polls, with over 93 million registered voters, 176,846 polling units, and 1,558 electoral constituencies. After accounting for inflation and operational expansion, the estimated N870 billion is considered realistic. On a per-voter basis, this amounts to roughly US$6.72, within international norms for transitional democracies. Eyinla compared Nigeria’s election costs with other countries, noting that Kenya’s cost per voter was US$25.9 in 2017 and US$14.9 in 2022; Ghana’s was US$13.1 in 2016 and US$7.7 in 2020; South Africa’s was US$5.1 in 2019 and US$7.1 in 2024; the Democratic Republic of Congo spent US$22 and US$14.37 per voter in 2023; Liberia’s cost was US$22 per voter in 2023; and India’s 2019 election cost US$8.5 per voter. “Given the current economic conditions, inflation, and consumer price trends, conducting the 2027 general election is projected to require about US$600 million (roughly N870 billion), assuming INEC manages its resources efficiently,” Eyinla said.

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Dr Olugbemisola Odusote Becomes First Female DG Of Nigerian Law School

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President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr Olugbemisola Odusote as the new director general of the Nigerian Law School. The appointment, announced on Tuesday by presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga, takes effect from January 10, 2026, for a four-year tenure. Odusote, 57, currently serves as deputy director general and head of the Lagos Campus of the Nigerian Law School. She will make history as the first woman to lead the institution since it was established in 1962, succeeding Professor Isa Chiroma, whose eight-year term ends on January 9. A graduate of Obafemi Awolowo University, Odusote earned her Bachelor of Laws degree and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1988. She also holds a Master of Laws from the same university, specialising in company and commercial law, and a doctorate in law from the University of Surrey, UK, with research focused on public law and administration of justice. Since joining the Nigerian Law School in 2001 as a lecturer, Odusote has held multiple leadership roles, including head of the academic department, director of academics, and head of campus. She has also been a visiting scholar at Nottingham Trent University in the UK. Odusote has contributed extensively to legal scholarship, publishing in both local and international journals and presenting at legal education conferences. She has served on committees of the Council of Legal Education and the Nigerian Bar Association. As director general, she will oversee the Nigerian Law School’s academic programs, administrative operations, and strategic direction across all campuses, while acting as the main liaison between the school, the Council of Legal Education, the Body of Benchers, and the Nigerian Bar Association.

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Presidency Confirms Photo of Tinubu and Kagame in Paris Is Authentic, Not AI-Generated

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The Presidency has dismissed reports suggesting that a photograph of President Bola Tinubu with Rwandan President Paul Kagame, released on Sunday, was AI-generated. Temitope Ajayi, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, clarified in a statement on Monday that the image is authentic. He confirmed that the two leaders met in Paris for lunch and later joined French President Emmanuel Macron for dinner. “The claim that the picture of Presidents Bola Tinubu and Paul Kagame taken in Paris was AI-generated is not correct,” the statement said. Ajayi added, “The Vanguard report and social media posts spreading this claim are a deliberate misrepresentation of facts. The picture is real. Both President Kagame and President Tinubu met in Paris for lunch and later attended dinner with President Macron. The photo was taken with a phone, which accounts for its lower quality. The photographer later used Grok to enhance the image, which does not make it AI-generated. Proper verification should have been done before drawing this incorrect conclusion.” The Presidency said the false claims have created misleading narratives about the meeting and urged the media to verify information before publishing.

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AI-Generated Photo of President Tinubu With Rwanda’s Kagame Sparks Controversy

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The Presidency on Sunday shared a photograph claimed to show President Bola Tinubu meeting with Rwandan President Paul Kagame in Paris, but the image was later identified on X as being AI-generated. The photograph, which quickly circulated online, was posted by President Tinubu and some of his aides. It appeared to show both leaders seated together during what was described as a private meeting in the French capital. In his post, Tinubu said the discussion focused on global affairs and advancing Africa’s role in the world. “This afternoon, I had a private lunch with H.E. President Paul Kagame of Rwanda to discuss the current state of world affairs and advancing Africa in an ever-changing global landscape,” Tinubu wrote. The President’s Special Assistant on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, reinforced the claim, posting: “President Bola Tinubu at a private lunch in Paris with the President of the Republic of Rwanda, Paul Kagame.” Similarly, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, wrote: “President Bola Tinubu at a private lunch in Paris with the President of the Republic of Rwanda, Paul Kagame, discussing world affairs and advancing Africa. Sunday, January 4, 2026.” However, an X note attached to Tinubu’s post raised doubts about the image, stating: “While a meeting between Mr Tinubu and President Kagame is reported to have held in Paris, the image in this post appears to be AI-generated, given the GrokAI badge.” Grok is a generative AI tool developed by xAI, Elon Musk’s technology company, capable of creating images, generating text, and performing real-time searches. The revelation has sparked concern over the use of AI-generated images in official presidential communications, particularly regarding international diplomatic engagements.

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