Tag: Former Head of State

The returning officer, Dan Islam, said Mr Abubakar polled 30,650 votes to defeat his closest rival, Nmaa Ahmed, who secured ...

Governor Radda praised Babangida's statesmanship and pivotal role in creating Katsina State

"President Buhari was not a perfect man – no leader is – but he was, in every sense of the ...

The scholarship will cover the remainder of his primary education, the full cost of six years of secondary education at ...

“Please tell the President to pay the Abiola family the N45 billion. That will finally close the June 12 chapter,” ...

Mr Gowon said this at the maiden edition of the Interdenominational Unity Christmas Carol and Praise Festival organised by the ...

President Tinubu also said the former president has not nominated anybody for an appointment into his government.

President Tinubu assured that the money would be judiciously applied in attaining development objectives.

Mr Buhari says NYSC has provided opportunities for cross-cultural interactions and established formidable bridges for improved understanding.

Mr Gowon called on Nigerians to accept court judgements on election petitions amid the confidence crisis the Supreme Court has ...

The pact entails that all political parties and candidates accept the outcome of the elections or to seek legitimate means ...

On 2 January 2023, following the controversy that trailed Mr Obasanjo’s endorsement, a Twitter account purported to be that of ...

Mr Obi said he will explain the reason he started "the movement" when campaigns officially kicks off.

The NLC boss alleged that some people are profiting from the dysfunctional state of the country's refineries.

The three gunrunners were intercepted while moving weapons into Nigeria at a border town between Sokoto State and Niger Republic.

Mr Abubakar said the security challenges in the country had led to about 80,000 deaths and close to three million ...

Mr Abubakar asks state governors to take full responsibility in managing the divergent voices and frustrations within their states.

The judge says instead of issuing an order of injunction, it is better to give the matter an accelerated hearing.

The former head of state appealed for a halt of the youth demonstration to give peace a chance for dialogue

Sultan Sa'ad called on the contestants to shun any form of violence and thuggery

Mr Gowon served as military Head of State of Nigeria from 1966-1975.

Mr Abubakar speaks on his experiences while he was in government.

About 15 ex-corps members who suffered disability during their service year were also recognised.