10 most powerful lines from President Muhammadu Buhari’s inaugural speech today

by Wilfred Okichie At the Eagle Square Abuja, venue of today’s presidential inauguration ceremony, newly sworn in Muhammadu Buhari delivered his inaugural speech. It is was considerably well received, being equally brimming with hope as well as a shot of measured expectation. We bring you 10 of the most powerful lines: I would like to... Read More

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May 29, 2015

#BabaNowThatYouAreThere Nigerians are not going easy on President Buhari

by Anike Jacobs The new president has barely spent only a few hours in office yet Nigerians have started bombarding him with numerous requests on twitter. Yes, many Nigerians have expressed excitement at the inauguration of Muhammadu Buhari as the country’s new President, but they are also filled with expectations as to the changes that... Read More

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May 29, 2015

Photos from Amosun’s inauguration

by Ranti Joseph Re-elected governor of Ogun State, Ibikunle Amosun, was sworn-in by the Chief Judge of Ogun state for a second term in office in Abeokuta the state capital, on Friday. The Amosun’s wife and children were in attendance as well as other eminent personalities in the state were all present to witness the ceremony.... Read More

1, Photos from Amosun’s inauguration

May 29, 2015

No time to waste: Buhari holds first meeting (PHOTO)

by Anike Jacobs President Muhammadu Buhari is not here to play, celebration is over and work has begun for him. He is pictured in a meeting with British Foreign Secretary Philip Hammond.

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May 29, 2015

Ambode, creates new offices, promises to serve

by Ranti Joseph Some governors have begun working and are ready to serve the people, as the new Governor of Lagos state, Akinwunmi Ambode promises to never take the people of the state for granted stating that it was one of the lessons he learnt during the general elections. Ambode, spoke on Friday shortly after... Read More

1, ambode, creates new offices, promises to serve

May 29, 2015

Kaduna youth accuse Emir, Chief Judge of looting public funds

by Ranti Joseph Apparently, Youth in Kaduna state are angry about something as the irate youth disrupted the inauguration ceremony of Nasir El-Rufai. The Emir of Zazzau, Shehu Idris and the Chief Judge of Kaduna state Teyimma Zaiki were whisked out of the venue of the Kaduna state inauguration after irate youth in the state... Read More

1, Chief Judge of looting public funds, Kaduna youth accuse Emir

May 29, 2015

Jonathan’s last good deed in office, signs a bill banning female genital mutilation

by Ranti Joseph Former President of Nigeria, President Goodluck Jonathan is a good man after all who has the interest of the nation at heart as he did one last good deed before finally bowing out of office as he signed off on a bill that outlaws female genital mutilation (FGM), also known as female... Read More

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May 29, 2015

Oshiomhole and wife attend inaugural lunch (Photos)

by Ranti Joseph The newly wedded wife of Edo state governor, Iala Oshiomhole performs her official duty with husband as she attends the inaugural lunch on Friday in Abuja. But looking at the couple, there seems to be something off about them, maybe they are just bored with all that is happening around them as Iala is... Read More

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May 29, 2015

Buhari vows to tackle Nigeria’s problems

by Ranti Joseph President Muhammadu Buhari in his first speech as the President of the Rebublic of Nigeria during the inaugural ceremony said on Friday the nation faced enormous challenges but vowed to tackle them head on after taking the oath of office. “We face enormous challenges. We are going to tackle them head on…... Read More

1, Buhari vows to tackle Nigeria’s problems

May 29, 2015

El-Rufai, Deputy intend to forfeit 50 per cent salary

by Ranti Joseph It seems some governors have finally decided to genuinely serve and lead as Governor of Kaduna state, Nasiru El-Rufa’i has said he would forfeit 50 per cent of his salary pending when the financial situation of the state improves. El-Rufai, who stated this on Friday in his inaugural address, after he was... Read More

1, Deputy intend to forfeit 50 per cent salary, el rufai

May 29, 2015

Free Fuel For All As Tanker Falls On Redemption Camp Road

by Chinwe Okafor This is what happens when there is a looming scarcity of fuel in the country. One doesn’t value life anymore when compared to looting of the fluid and its possible consequences should anything go wrong. A tanker carrying petrol was involved in an accident this morning, on a road located a few miles... Read More

May 29, 2015

Former President Jonathan and the Dame arrive Port Harcourt (PHOTOS)

by Iyobosa Omoregie Former President, Goodluck Jonathan and former First Lady, Patience Jonathan have arrived in Port Harcourt via the international Airport. The pair left Abuja, immediately after the presidential inauguration ceremony. See photos below:

1, Former President Jonathan and the Dame arrive Port Harcourt (PHOTOS)

May 29, 2015

Kano state Governor appoints SSG, 5 others

by Ranti Joseph The Governor of Kano state, Abdullahi Ganduje has approved the appointment of Rabi’u Bichi as Secretary to the State Government (SSG). This is contained in a statement personally signed by Ganduje and issued in Kano on Friday. It is reported that Bichi is the immediate past SSG, who was in the state’s... Read More

3, 5 others, Kano state Governor appoints SSG

May 29, 2015

“We wish you success, good health and wisdom” – PDP congratulates President Buhari

by Azubuike Azikiwe The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has released a congratulatory message to the newly sworn in President Muhammadu Buhari. In a statement released by the National Publicity Secretary, Olisa Metuh, the PDP said: “The PDP wishes General Buhari a successful tenure as President of our dear nation. “Indeed, we appreciate the fact that his... Read More

“We wish you success, 3, good health and wisdom” – PDP congratulates President Buhari

May 29, 2015

El-Rufai’s inauguration as Kaduna Governor disrupted by unruly elements

by Azubuike Azikiwe The inauguration of Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai could not end as planned as irate youths disrupted proceedings. During the event which held in Murtala Square, in Kaduna, youths pelted dignitaries with water sachets, stones and other objects, just after El-Rufai had concluded his address and was about to mount an open van... Read More

3, El-Rufai’s inauguration as Kaduna Governor disrupted by unruly elements

May 29, 2015

No sign of Amaechi as Wike gets sworn-in (PHOTOS)

by Ranti Joseph Apparently, the grudge between the former governor of Rivers state Rotimi Amaechi and the new governor, Nyesom Wike, will continue to linger. Amaechi wasn’t present at the swearing in ceremony to officially handover to Wike on May 29. Instead, he was sighted at the presidential inauguration held at the Eagles square, Abuja.

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May 29, 2015

Wats The Fuss: Fresh off the boat

Wat’s The Fuss? is an online web talk show, where a group of four fabulous and brilliant ladies discuss their views on various issues. Join Gee, Milo, Revy B, and Hilo every week on YNaija as share their takes. Catch up on all episodes you’ve missed. Episode 1 | Episode 2 | Episode 3 | Moving to Canada came... Read More

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May 29, 2015

The Office of the Nigerian President is now on Twitter

It’s official. After using the @GMBOffice Twitter handle during the campaign trail, our president will have a new AND verified Twitter handle The @GMBOffice account had been operated by the newly sworn-in president’s communication team. As our president went on about change in his inauguration speech, we also noticed a change in his twitter handle to... Read More

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May 29, 2015

Democracy Day bomb blast rocks Borno

by Temitope Onitiju According to Channels TV, there has been a double bomb explosion in Borno state. The explosion occurred at about 6am, May 29, in a wedding ceremony at Tashan Alade in Hawul LGA, in Borno state. 7 people have been confirmed dead while dozens have been left injured in the explosion.

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May 29, 2015

Wikipedia changes Buhari’s profile

by Ranti Joseph The wind of change is blowing everywhere that even Wikipedia, the free online encyclopedia has also been blown by the wind of change as it has updated the profile of Nigeria’s new President, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR. Wikipedia, which publishes the biography of personalities around the world, refers to Buhari as the current... Read More

Wikipedia changes Buhari’s profile

May 29, 2015

Yusuf Buhari and other family members attend Presidential Inauguration (See Photos)

by Damilola Jagun Yusuf Buhari, the much-talked about son of President Muhammadu Buhari, was in Eagle Square, today, May 29, for the inaguration of his father as Nigeria’s new leader. As always, social media has been buzzing after seeing another picture of the young hunk, who only just surfaced in the public’s consciousness, about a... Read More

Yusuf Buhari

May 29, 2015

Jonathan dissolves cabinet

by Ranti Joseph Former President of Nigeria, President Goodluck Jonathan formally dissolved his cabinet midnight Thursday. After the presidential inauguration dinner held inside the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Thursday night, he and his ministers proceeded to the Council Chambers tea room. A toast was proposed in his honor by one of the cabinet members a few... Read More

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May 29, 2015

President Muhammadu Buhari parades Eagle Square in customized G-Wagon (PHOTOS)

by James Sambo After being sworn-in as the President of Nigeria, Muhammad Buhari, is driven round Eagle Square as he waves to the thousands of guests at the ceremony. He carried out the post-oath taking drive around the square, in the specially made Presidential G-wagon. See photos:

3, President Muhammadu Buhari parades Eagle Square in customized G-Wagon (PHOTOS)

May 29, 2015

Buhari should revive skill acquisition centers, says National Youth Reform Group (NYRG)

by Ranti Joseph A Youth group in Nigeria wants Muhammadu Buhari to look into skill acquisition and revive the centres stating that it will make Youths occupied. The National Youth Reform Group (NYRG) called Buhari to revive and equip the various skills and acquisition centres in the country urging that the incoming administration to create... Read More

3, Buhari should revive skill acquisition centers, says National Youth Reform Group (NYRG)

May 29, 2015

Jonathan says Buhari deserves Nigerian cooperation and support

by Ranti Joseph Out-going President Goodluck Jonathan urged Nigerians to cooperate, support and show understanding in all situations to the Muhammadu Buhari’s administration for the progress of the country. Jonathan, on Thursday who made the call at the Presidential inaugural dinner in Abuja, said the in-coming administration deserved the support because Nigerians irrespective of their... Read More

3, Jonathan says Buhari deserves Nigerian cooperation and support

May 29, 2015

Buhari, Osinbajo sworn in as President, Vice President of Nigeria (See Photos)

by James Sambo Muhammadu Buhari and Prof. Yemi Osinbajo have been sworn-in as the President and Vice President of Nigeria. Their swearing-in took place today, May 29, at the Eagle Square, Abuja. See photos below:

3, Buhari, Osinbajo sworn in as President, Vice President of Nigeria (See Photos)

May 29, 2015

President Jonathan mounts the podium to handover to Muhammadu Buhari (PHOTOS)

by Damilola Jagun President Goodluck Jonathan has arrived Eagle Square to officially handover to Muhammadu Buhari, as President of Nigeria. At the ceremony, which is presently ongoing, Jonathan has mounted the podium to begin the process. See photos:

3, President Jonathan mounts the podium to handover to Muhammadu Buhari (PHOTOS)

May 29, 2015

Did you know that South Africa’s President Zuma arrived Nigeria last night?

by Panshak Ibrahim South African President, Jacob Zuma, arrived Nigeria last night, for the presidential inauguration of Muhammadu Buhari. In spite of being warned by the National Association of Nigerian Students, not to come to Nigeria, Zuma is in town.

3, Did you know that South Africa’s President Zuma arrived Nigeria last night?

May 29, 2015

Inauguration Liveblog

1:11 PM Baba did not mention APC throughout that speech. #ProudOfMyPresident — FOLA FOLAYAN (@TheFavoredWoman) May 29, 2015 1:05 PM 30 years after…back to basics finally…A New Era @toluogunlesi @omojuwa @Ayourb @WhiteHouse @ProfOsinbajo pic.twitter.com/OKGi55X82h — Impact Research (@ecopoliticsNG) May 29, 2015 1:05 PM @tinsmush @toluogunlesi good article. I especially like the comment on data use... Read More

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10 most powerful lines from President Muhammadu Buhari’s inaugural speech today

#BabaNowThatYouAreThere Nigerians are not going easy on President Buhari

Photos from Amosun’s inauguration

No time to waste: Buhari holds first meeting (PHOTO)

Ambode, creates new offices, promises to serve

Kaduna youth accuse Emir, Chief Judge of looting public funds

Jonathan’s last good deed in office, signs a bill banning female genital mutilation

Oshiomhole and wife attend inaugural lunch (Photos)

Buhari vows to tackle Nigeria’s problems

El-Rufai, Deputy intend to forfeit 50 per cent salary

Free Fuel For All As Tanker Falls On Redemption Camp Road

Former President Jonathan and the Dame arrive Port Harcourt (PHOTOS)

Kano state Governor appoints SSG, 5 others

“We wish you success, good health and wisdom” – PDP congratulates President Buhari

El-Rufai’s inauguration as Kaduna Governor disrupted by unruly elements

No sign of Amaechi as Wike gets sworn-in (PHOTOS)

Wats The Fuss: Fresh off the boat

The Office of the Nigerian President is now on Twitter

Democracy Day bomb blast rocks Borno

Wikipedia changes Buhari’s profile

Yusuf Buhari and other family members attend Presidential Inauguration (See Photos)

Jonathan dissolves cabinet

President Muhammadu Buhari parades Eagle Square in customized G-Wagon (PHOTOS)

Buhari should revive skill acquisition centers, says National Youth Reform Group (NYRG)

Jonathan says Buhari deserves Nigerian cooperation and support

Buhari, Osinbajo sworn in as President, Vice President of Nigeria (See Photos)

President Jonathan mounts the podium to handover to Muhammadu Buhari (PHOTOS)

#PresidentialInauguration: Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe arrives Eagle Square (PHOTOS)

Did you know that South Africa’s President Zuma arrived Nigeria last night?

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