'Why IBB kicked me out of the Office on August 27, 1985' – Muhammadu Buhari

President Buhari  revels that  he was kicked out of office on August 27, 1985 by the then Chief of Army Staff, Maj. Gen. Ibrahim Babangida, because he was fighting corruption, same thing he's doing now. Buhari, who was the military head of state for 18 months, said this during an exclusive with The Interview Magazine.

Buhari Raises Prosecution Panel for of high-profile corruption and criminal cases (Names Members)

The President Muhammadu Buhari, has inaugurated the National Prosecution Coordination Committee (NPCC) for effective prosecution of high-profile corruption and criminal cases in the country. See full names after the cut.

#Budget2016 : FG Rules Out Full Budget Implementation

FG Rules Out Full 2016 Budget  Implementation recently signed by Muhammadu Buhari on Friday. The Minister of Budget and National Planning, Senator Udo Udoma, said this while briefing State House correspondents shortly after Buhari signed the budget at the President Villa, Abuja.

Muhammadu Buhari Finally signs 2016 Budget into law

Muhammadu Buhari has Finally signs 2016 Budget into law.  Buhari has assented to the 2016 Appropriation Bill, giving way for full implementation of the budget. The signing took place just a moment ago at the presidential Villa, Abuja. 

"Boko Haram no longer a threat"- says Buhari

There is no doubt that the Nigeria Military and other joint task forces have recorded some certain degree of success toward Boko Haram militants. President Muhammadu Buhari on Sunday said the sect is no longer in a position to cause serious threat to his administration’s development programmes.

Photo of President Buhari Praying For Nigeria In Medina yesterday

President Muhammadu Buhari has arrived at Medina in Saudi Arabia to pray for Nigeria at this year’s Umrah.

Muhammadu Buhari receives Liberian President, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf today (Photos)

The President, Muhammadu Buhari Today at the state House in Abuja , receives in audience the Liberian President, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and the Ooni of Ife , see the photos below.

Boko Haram: Stop lying to Nigerians – Ezekwesili told Pres. Buhari

The Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili on Monday as charged President Muhammadu Buhari to always tell Nigerians the truth when it comes to insurgency especially Boko Haram, so as to stop creating doubts in the minds of the citizenry. Ezekwesili who is the leader of the BringBackOurGirls, BBOG, movement made the call at the group’s usual sit-out in Abuja. Read her statement after the cut.

Buhari to leave for France and see a doctor in London tomorrow

President Muhammadu Buhari is scheduled to depart for France on Wednesday to address a special session of the European Union Parliament in Strasbourg.And on medical check-up in London. A statement on Monday by presidential spokesman Femi Adesina disclosed that he will travel on to London where he will reportedly attend an event on Syria. Read press release after the cut.

Nnamdi Kanu issue an Apology To President Buhari

The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) and founder of Radio Biafra, Nnamdi Kanu, has reportedly apologised to President Muhammadu Buhari for referring to him (Buhari) as a terrorist, evil and a paedophile in his radio broadcasts. Kanu, who has been in DSS custody over charges of treason and other ancillary offences, it was gathered, will also write a private letter of apology to the president.

President Muhammadu Buhari to decide MTN’s fate over N1.04tn fine- says minister

The Minister of Communications, Adebayo Shittu, said on Tuesday that President Muhammadu Buhari would have to decide MTN Nigeria’s fate regarding the N1.04tn fine imposed on it by the Nigerian Communications Commission. He stated this on the sidelines of the Alliance 4 Affordable Internet Nigeria Coalition Conference in Lagos, according to an online publication, Technology Times.

Muhammadu Buhari launches dry season rice and wheat farming in Kebbi

President Buhari launched the Dry Season Rice and Wheat Farming in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State today November 17th. Speaking at the launch, Buhari said "We missed the way when we threw away farming implements because of oil. Now is time to return to the farms, and it is priority for u".

Muhammadu Buhari slashes Federal ministries to 25 AHEAD of Wednesday’s (today) inauguration

President Muhammadu Buhari, had reduced the number of federal ministries to 25 from about 29. Under the new dispensation, the ministries of police affairs, aviation and special duties appear to have been scrapped while ministries of Lands, Housing, Urban Development and Works have been merged to become Ministry of Works and Housing. Also, the information, culture, national orientation and tourism ministries have been collapsed into one Ministry of Information and Culture. see others after the cut...

Olusegun Obasanjo visits Press. Buhari in Aso Rock

Ex President Olusegun Obasanjo visited President Muhammadu  Buhari in Aso Rock yesterday, November 10th. Obasanjo arrived the presidential villa at about 12 noon and went straight to the banquet hall where he had a closed door meeting with Buhari. He refused to speak with state house correspondents after their meeting.

President Muhammadu Buhari fires anti-corruption (EFCC) chief

 

Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari has sacked the head of the country's anti-corruption agency (EFCC) yesterday. No reason was given for the removal of Ibrahim Lamorde, the chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

President Buhari's ministers to get portfolios on Wednesday

Punch Report, President Muhammadu Buhari will formally inaugurate the much-awaited Federal Executive Council on Wednesday November 11th. He will administer oath of office on the 36 ministers-designate that have been confirmed by the Senate at an event scheduled to hold inside the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. He is also expected to announce their portfolios.

President Buhari arrives in India for Africa/India Forum Summit (Photos)

President Muhammadu Buhari lands in India for his 4-day state visit and for Africa/India Forum Summit, hosted by India . see more photos after the cut...

Muhammadu Buhari to leave for India on Tuesday for India-Africa Forum

President Buhari will leave Abuja on Tuesday October 27th for New Delhi, India to participate in the 3rd Summit of the India-Africa Forum, a platform set up for the advancement of mutually-beneficial relations between India and African nations.

'Don't put all your hopes in Buhar' -Bishop Kukah to Nigerian

The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Hassan Kukah, has stressed the need of Nigerians not to hand all their hopes in President Buhari, he said the war against corruption is not the only item that will enhance the life of Nigerians. According to Bishop Kukah, the inclusion of a culture of entrenchment and protection of social justice and the rule of law to be part of our national live will guarantee a stable Nigeria.

Photos from Pres. Buhari meeting with Thabo Mbeki

President Muhammadu Buhari on Thursday morning had a meeting at the state house with former South African president Thabo Mbeki who has been in Nigeria since Wednesday. Another photo after the cut...