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BBC News
a day ago
- Politics
- BBC News
Who be Nentawe Yilwatda, APC new National chairman
Di ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) don announce Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda as dia new National Chairman. Di Proferssor go replace Abdullahi Ganduje wey resign from di position for June. Dem choose di new chairman for dia 14th meeting of di National Executive Committee (NEC) wey dem hold for Abuja on Thursday. Appointment of Yilwatda dey come afta Ganduje resign for June 27, 2025, and Ali Bukar Dalori, di Deputy National Chairman of di party bin act till in dat capacity Yilwatda na 56-year-old man from Plateau State and di current Nigeria Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development. Di party leaders bin support Yilwatda for di position including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, afta dem nominate am. Profile of Nentawe Yilwatda Dem born Prof Yilwatda on August 8, 1968, for Dungung, Kanke Local Govment Area of Plateau State. E get degree for Electrical/Electronic Engineering from di Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi for 1992, a Master degree from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, and PhD for Digital Systems Engineering from di University of Nigeria, Nsukka. E be registered engineer wit di Council for di Regulation of Engineering for Nigeria (COREN). Also member of di Nigerian Society of Engineers, di Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and di Solar Society of Nigeria. Yilwatda journey include both im experience for public and private sectors. E bin serve as di Resident Electoral Commissioner for Benue State under di Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) from 2017 to 2021. For 2022, Yilwatda bin resign from INEC to contest for di APC govnorship primary for Plateau State,and e become di party candidate. Meanwhile, lose di 2023 election to Caleb Mutfwang of di Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). For October 2024, President Tinubu appoint am as di Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development. E go kontinue to dey hold im Minister role join di APC chairmanship position.
Evening Standard
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Evening Standard
Nigeria in talks about holding Formula 1 race in Africa
'We are exploring all possibilities to bring Formula 1 to Nigeria as soon as practicable - not just as a sporting event, but as a catalytic driver of tourism, infrastructure development, youth engagement, economy and indeed soft power for Nigeria,' said Dikko said. 'This vision aligns with vision of our president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu.'
Zawya
6 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
President Boakai Departs Liberia to Attend West Africa Economic Summit in Nigeria
President Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., departed the country earlier today, June 19, 2025, to participate in the West Africa Economic Summit (WAES), taking place from June 20–21, 2025, in Abuja, Federal Republic of Nigeria. The West Africa Economic Summit brings together Heads of State, senior government officials, private sector leaders, and development partners from across the region to explore strategies for accelerating trade, investment, and regional integration. The summit is a key platform for shaping policies and partnerships that promote sustainable economic growth, job creation, and industrial development across West Africa. President Boakai is scheduled to address the WAES Forum, where he will articulate Liberia's vision for economic transformation and present investment opportunities in critical sectors such as agriculture, energy, infrastructure, tourism, and digital innovation. He will also hold a series of bilateral and multilateral meetings with fellow regional leaders, investors, and institutions to advance Liberia's development agenda and secure meaningful economic partnerships. The WAES is being convened in fulfillment of a commitment made by Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu during his chairmanship of ECOWAS in 2023 to organize a special summit focused on trade and investment in the region. The forum will culminate in the ECOWAS Summit of Heads of State and Government on Sunday, June 22, where leaders will deliberate on pressing regional issues including economic cooperation, peace and security, and sustainable development. The President is accompanied by a high-level delegation comprising the following officials: 1. Mme. Sara Beysolow Nyanti – Minister of Foreign Affairs 2. Hon. Augustine Kpehe Ngafuan – Minister of Finance and Development Planning 3. Hon. Magdalene Dagoseh – Minister of Commerce 4. Hon. Alexander Nuetah – Minister of Agriculture 5. Hon. Wilmot Paye – Minister of Mines and Energy 6. Hon. Jerolinmek Piah – Minister of Information, Tourism and Culture 7. Hon. Jeff Blibo – Chairman, National Investment Commission 8. Hon. Samuel A. Stevquoah – Minister of State Without Portfolio for Special Services 9. Hon. Samuel Kofi Woods II – National Security Advisor 10. Hon. Morley Kamara – Senior Economic Advisor to the President 11. Hon. Sekou Dukuly – Managing Director, National Port Authority 12. Hon. Amos Tweh – Managing Director, Liberia Petroleum Refining Company 13. Hon. Christopher Onanuga – Special Envoy for Tourism 14. Hon. Mohammed Bah – Special Envoy for Trade and Investments This President is also traveling with his teams on communication, security and protocol. While the President is away, the Minister of Justice, Cllr. Oswald Tweh, will chair the Cabinet in consultation with the President via telephone, ensuring continued oversight and coordination of national governance. Following the conclusion of the summit, the President and his delegation will return to Liberia on Monday, June 23, 2025. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Republic of Liberia: Executive Mansion.
Zawya
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
President Boakai Consoles the Federal Republic of Nigeria
The President of the Republic of Liberia, His Excellency Joseph Nyuma Boakai, Sr., has sent a condolence message to the Government and People of the Federal Republic of Nigeria following the death of His Excellency Mr. Muhammadu Buhari, former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, who died on Sunday, July 13, 2025 in London at the age of Eighty-Two (82). According to a Foreign Ministry release, President Boakai, on behalf of the Government and people of the Republic of Liberia and in his own name, expressed profound and extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family for the irreparable loss sustained. In his condolence message to the Nigerian President His Excellency Mr. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President Boakai stressed that former President Buhari will be remembered for the formidable role he played in consolidating the embodied Africa's struggle for a sustained multi-party democracy. The Liberian leader also stated that the former President will also be credited for being twice elected Nigeria's President. He served as a military head of state between January 1984 and August 1985. He then hoped that the resilience and strength that the people of Nigeria have always demonstrated during challenging circumstances will be brought to bear during this difficult period of national mourning. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Liberia.
Zawya
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
Morocco: His Majesty the King Extends Condolences to Nigerian President Over Passing of Former president Muhammadu Buhari
His Majesty King Mohammed VI has sent a message of condolence and sympathy to the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, following the passing of former president Muhammadu Buhari. In this message, HM the King expresses His deep sorrow upon learning of the passing of former president Muhammadu Buhari, may he rest in peace. On this sad occasion, the Sovereign conveys His heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy to the Nigerian president, the grieving family as well as the people of the sister nation upon the loss of an illustrious son, who worked untringinly to serve his country's best interests and lead his people towards further progress and prosperity. "Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the bereaved." "I share your grief and want you to know how much I appreciated the working sessions I had with the deceased. They culminated in the launch of promising development projects that have ushered a new era grounded in friendship and close cooperation between our two sister nations," HM the King concludes. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Kingdom of Morocco - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation and Moroccan Expatriates.
