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  • FG disburses ₦2.45trn to States, FCT for infrastructure, security – Presidency

    FG disburses ₦2.45trn to States, FCT for infrastructure, security – Presidency

    The Federal Government disbursed a total of ₦2.45 trillion to the 36 States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory between March 2024 and August 2025 to support infrastructure development and security interventions nationwide.

    The Special Adviser to the President on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, announced this in a post on his verified X handle, @BwalaDaniel.

    According to Bwala, the funds were released to enable States and the FCT to fix roads and bridges, improve schools and health facilities, and strengthen security operations in communities across the country.

    “Between March 2024 and August 2025 the Federal Government released a total of ₦2.45 trillion to the 36 states and the FCT for infrastructure and security projects,” he said.

    He explained that the support is already translating into tangible outcomes across the country, adding that “this support is helping to fix roads and bridges, improve schools and health facilities, and strengthen security operations in communities across the country where Nigerians need results the most.”

    Bwala explained that the practice of federal support to states is consistent with global norms, noting that countries such as the United States routinely provide federal funding to state and local governments to support infrastructure, education, health and public safety. 

    He added that India and several other developed economies also deploy central government grants to help regions deliver major projects and essential services closer to the people.

    “This approach is not new globally. Countries like the United States regularly provide federal funding to state and local governments to support infrastructure, education, health and public safety. India and several other developed economies also use central government grants to help regions deliver major projects and essential services closer to the people,” he said.

    Read Also: How Tinubu has impacted Nigerians, by Presidency

    The presidential aide linked the interventions to the policy direction of the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, particularly the 2025 Budget of Restoration, which prioritises securing peace, rebuilding prosperity and strengthening national development.

    Under the budget framework, he said priority remains on security, infrastructure, health and education, with emphasis on transparency, accelerated delivery of energy, transport and public works, job creation and improved living standards.

    Bwala added that sustained cooperation between the Federal Government and the states is critical to achieving a safer and more prosperous Nigeria.

    “Under President Tinubu’s 2025 Budget of Restoration, Securing Peace, Rebuilding Prosperity, priority remains on security, infrastructure, health and education”.

    “The goal is clear to ensure transparent use of funds, accelerate energy, transport and public works, create jobs and improve living standards through strong cooperation between the Federal Government and the states for a safer, more prosperous Nigeria,” he added.

  • Presidency blasts ADC as Lagos tops global tech ranking

    Presidency blasts ADC as Lagos tops global tech ranking

    The Presidency has taken a swipe at opposition politicians, particularly the African Democratic Congress (ADC), following a new global technology ranking that placed Lagos as the world’s fastest-growing emerging tech ecosystem.

    Reacting to the ranking in a post on his verified X handle, @aonanuga1956, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said opposition figures who habitually rely on negative statistics about Nigeria would be displeased by the latest international recognition.

    “ADC must not read this,” Onanuga wrote, adding that “desperate politicians, always on the lookout for negative statistics, will be unhappy that Tinubu’s Nigeria has recorded a global tech recognition.”

    His remarks followed the release of a global list by Global Statistics, which ranked Lagos number one among the world’s top 20 fastest-growing emerging technology ecosystems.

    Read Also: How Tinubu has impacted Nigerians, by Presidency

    According to the ranking, Lagos topped the list ahead of major cities such as Istanbul in Türkiye, Pune and Mumbai in India and Belo Horizonte in Brazil, among others across Asia, Africa and South America.

    Onanuga framed the recognition as a rebuttal to what he described as persistent negative narratives about Nigeria’s economic and governance outlook, often advanced by opposition politicians.

    The ADC has been among opposition parties critical of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, particularly on economic reforms and governance issues.

    However, the latest ranking underscores Lagos’ growing prominence in the global technology space, reflecting the strength of its startup ecosystem, innovation capacity and expanding role in the international digital economy.

  • Nigeria on ‘healing journey’ to $1trn economy by 2030 – Presidency

    Nigeria on ‘healing journey’ to $1trn economy by 2030 – Presidency

    The Presidency said Nigeria is on a “healing journey” and firmly on course to build a $1 trillion economy by 2030 as it intensifies efforts to deepen economic and financial inclusion and reposition the country as Africa’s leading hub for a borderless digital economy.

    The Technical Adviser to the President on Economic and Financial Inclusion, Office of the Vice President, Dr. Nurudeen Zauro, stated this at the weekend in Abuja during a media parley where organisers unveiled details of the 2026 RegTech Africa Conference and Expo.

    Zauro said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu set a clear economic target from his first day in office, anchored on reforms aimed at restoring confidence, expanding inclusion and attracting investment.

    “From day one, Mr President set a target of deepening Nigeria’s economic and financial sector to achieve a $1 trillion economy by 2030. To get there, we must build trust, infrastructure and inclusion, supported by policies that promote partnership and collaboration. That is the essence of a borderless economy,” he said.

    Nigeria is set to host the continental conference from May 20 to 22, 2026, under the patronage of the Office of the Vice President. 

    The event with the theme “Building trust, infrastructure, inclusion and policy for a borderless economy,” is being organised in partnership with the Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion and in collaboration with the Inter-Governmental Action Group Against Money Laundering in West Africa.

    Zauro acknowledged that recent policy changes have been difficult for citizens but insisted they are necessary to restore long-term economic health.

    “It takes a bold decision for a father who knows his child is sick to take him to the hospital, allow him to go through surgery and come out hale and hearty. Nigeria has gone through painful reforms, but today we are on a healing journey,” he said.

    According to him, key economic indicators are beginning to improve as investor confidence gradually returns. 

    “The numbers are changing. Investors are coming, and Nigeria is back on its trajectory to success. Our leadership position in Africa is being reinforced,” he added.

    He said the administration is deliberately leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Area to strengthen Nigeria’s regional influence, noting that the President and Vice President have been engaging global partners to attract collaboration and investment.

    On financial inclusion, Zauro said the push is driven by a presidential directive and anchored on the ASO Accord on Economic and Financial Inclusion, which underscores commitment, partnership and collaboration across government.

    He added that the inclusion agenda has been elevated to the National Economic Council to ensure full buy-in by states. 

    “It is not enough to make policy at the centre; it must reach the sub-nationals so that every Nigerian is part of it. Our principle remains that no one should be left behind,” he said.

    Organisers of the conference said multi-stakeholder engagement is critical to resolving persistent challenges facing citizens and businesses, particularly in rural and underserved communities. 

    They noted that access to markets and efficient payment systems could significantly boost productivity and economic output.

    “If people have access to markets and can receive payments seamlessly, even from remote communities, productivity will increase,” they said, stressing that inclusive conversations and practical solutions are key to unlocking Nigeria’s economic potential.

  • Historical mistrust, land-grabbing, banditry driving violence in North-Central — Presidency

    Historical mistrust, land-grabbing, banditry driving violence in North-Central — Presidency

    Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement for the North-Central, Dr Abiodun Easiet, on Monday blamed the violence and bloodletting that have claimed thousands of lives in the North-Central region of the country on historical mistrust, land-grabbing, banditry and illegal mining, among other reasons.

    Essiet, who spoke with journalists at the State House, Abuja, along with three other presidential aides on community engagement; Abdullahi Tanko-Yakasai (Northwest); Chioma Nweze (Southeast); and Moremi Ojudu (Southwest), said the delegation submitted a unified assessment covering insecurity, infrastructure deficits, and citizens’ response to government policies across all geopolitical zones.

    The aides, who all told journalists about their updates during the meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, revealed that they presented briefing to the President on security and development situations in their various regions.

    Essiet said insecurity in the North Central remained “deeply rooted in unresolved historical tensions and resource conflicts,” warning that the situation had been aggravated by the activities of armed groups exploiting gaps in local governance and development.

    “Our briefing focused heavily on insecurity, and we identified historical mistrust, land-grabbing, banditry and illegal mining as major triggers of violence. The President has promised to strengthen peace structures and ensure our communities are safe,” she said.

    She announced that community peace structures had already been established across 121 local government areas, including 32 in Niger, 21 in Kogi and 23 in Benue, with deployment to commence this week in all 17 LGAs of Plateau State.

    The structures, she noted, would involve traditional rulers, farmers’ associations, Fulani groups, youth and women in conflict-resolution efforts.

    Essiet further linked the worsening security incidents to poor road networks along the Kogi–Kwara corridor, which she said had become a strategic advantage for bandits.

    According to her, the President pledged to liaise with relevant ministries to urgently address the infrastructural challenge.

    In his briefing for the Northwest, Abdullahi Tanko-Yakassai said efforts were focused on reducing the region’s high number of out-of-school children.

    He said his office had enrolled many vulnerable children in primary schools, providing uniforms, books and learning materials. While acknowledging improved agricultural output this season, he said fertiliser access remained challenging, adding that the President had promised intervention.

    He also noted ongoing voter registration mobilisation and grassroots awareness on the student loan scheme and tax reforms.

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    “We are the bridge between the Federal Government and the grassroots,” Tanko- Yakassai said.

    Presenting her assessment for the Southeast, the Senior Special Assistant, Chioma Nweze, said her zone had “hit the ground running” through the establishment of a Citizens’ Assembly aimed at enhancing community engagement and strengthening understanding of government policies.

    She said a renewed sense of federal presence, particularly with ministerial appointments and ongoing road construction, was restoring public confidence.

    “It’s been long since we saw federal presence in the Southeast. But now, we are seeing a lot of road construction courtesy of this administration,” Nweze said.

    She added that the long-standing Monday sit-at-home directive was gradually losing steam and that the President had pledged support for skills acquisition and agricultural projects across the region’s 95 LGAs.

    Also addressing journalists, the representative for the Southwest, Omoremi Ojudu, described the discussions as “insightful,” noting that President Tinubu stressed the urgency of expanding enrolment for the National Identification Number (NIN) to strengthen identity management nationwide.

    She said the team would scale up grassroots sensitisation to deepen understanding of the Renewed Hope Agenda and bolster peacebuilding efforts.

    “We owe it to ourselves to safeguard this country. We have nowhere else to go,” she said, adding that the President had directed the team to collaborate closely with key stakeholders on livestock reforms in the North Central.

    Representatives for the South-South and North-East zones were absent due to other official engagements.

    The Presidential Community Engagement Team was established to drive grassroots mobilisation and provide real-time feedback to the Presidency on policy implementation.

  • Olubadan: Presidency advance team arrives Ibadan ahead of Ladoja’s coronation

    Olubadan: Presidency advance team arrives Ibadan ahead of Ladoja’s coronation

    There are indications that President Bola Tinubu will be in Ibadan on Friday for the coronation of Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland.

    An advance team from the Presidency landed at the newly upgraded Samuel Ladoke Akintola Airport at exactly 9:14 a.m., drawing excitement from those present.

    The flight, which preceded the President’s expected arrival on Friday, September 26, 2025, marked the airport’s first operation since its closure in March for an upgrade to international standards.

    The successful landing highlighted the airport’s readiness to handle high-profile flights, setting a positive precedent for future arrivals and departures.

    Recall that Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, had in September 2024, performed the ground-breaking ceremony for the airport upgrade.

    Read Also: Olubadan: Ladoja’s coronation fiesta lights up Ibadan with cultural display 

    Makinde had said at the event that the project, when completed, would connect the state to the global market.

    The governor had also noted that, “The upgrade of the airport is expected to enhance air travel operations and provide a reliable transportation network for both business and leisure travelers, positioning the state for economic growth and development.”

    Earlier, the Makinde administration had upgraded the airport’s VIP lounge and provided a fire truck.

    It also installed a 500,000-litre aviation fuel storage and dispensing facility.

  • Presidency dismisses El-Rufai’s ‘life President’ claim

    Presidency dismisses El-Rufai’s ‘life President’ claim

    The Presidency has dismissed as “baseless and absurd” claims by former Kaduna Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu harbours plans to become a life president after his tenure.

    In a post on his verified X handle, @aonanuga1955, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said the allegation was nothing more than panic propaganda, stressing that Tinubu remains an avowed democrat with no intention of exceeding the constitutional two-term limit.

    “President Tinubu is a democrat who does not intend to stay in office beyond May 28, 2031, when re-elected in 2027,” Onanuga wrote, describing El-Rufai’s alarm as unfounded and a product of political hallucination.

    The presidential spokesman said El-Rufai’s outburst reflected frustration over the strength of Tinubu’s support in the North, especially after the President’s grand reception during his recent visit to Kaduna. 

    He argued that the former governor’s narrative of northern disaffection with Tinubu had collapsed under the weight of reality.

    Read Also: Northern group slams El-Rufai over comments on insecurity

    “After reports of the grand reception President Tinubu received in Kaduna last Friday, El-Rufai was clearly surprised by the depth of support the President continues to enjoy in the North. This stands in stark contrast to his narrative that the region has abandoned the President,” Onanuga stated.

    He added that El-Rufai’s claims of a “life presidency” plot were nothing more than a desperate attempt to distract from the futility of efforts by the former governor and his new political associates to derail Tinubu’s anticipated re-election in 2027.

    Onanuga further suggested that Kaduna Governor, Uba Sani, should intervene with his predecessor. 

    “Governor Uba Sani may wish to reach out to his predecessor, as El-Rufai could benefit from some professional counselling to steer him away from his recent hallucinations and political fabrications on Tinubu and 2027,” he noted.

    The Presidency maintained that President Tinubu is committed to democratic principles and to leaving office at the end of his constitutional mandate.

  • Presidency hails Ribadu’s performance as NSA, lists gains against terror, banditry

    Presidency hails Ribadu’s performance as NSA, lists gains against terror, banditry

    The Presidency has commended the National Security Adviser (NSA), Malam Nuhu Ribadu, for his performance in office.

    Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, described Ribadu’s 25 months in office as a turning point in Nigeria’s fight against terrorism, banditry and other security threats.

    In a detailed assessment in a post on his X- page, Olusegun said Ribadu’s appointment as NSA has redefined the office and produced visible results across different regions of the country.

    Olusegun recalled that President Tinubu inherited multiple security crises on May 29, 2023, including renewed terror attacks in the North, rising banditry in the North West, large-scale crude oil theft in the Niger Delta, and violent activities by IPOB in the South East. 

    He said Ribadu, who had earlier served briefly as Special Adviser on Security, was appointed NSA after the President overhauled the security architecture and appointed new service chiefs.

    According to him, Ribadu prioritised inter-agency cooperation and intelligence-led operations, fostering synergy among security and intelligence agencies while leveraging his international contacts to strengthen Nigeria’s intelligence capacity.

    Olusegun highlighted several gains under Ribadu’s coordination:capture of masterminds of terror attacks: Security forces arrested key suspects behind past high-profile attacks, including the March 2022 Abuja-Kaduna train attack and the July 2022 Kuje prison break.

    ”Reduction in banditry and terror attacks: Military offensives in Zamfara, Katsina, Kaduna, and Sokoto neutralised bandit leaders, freed thousands of hostages, and restored safety to highways such as the Abuja-Kaduna road.”

    Read Also: Why Tinubu will continue to strengthen NDLEA, by Ribadu

     “Boost in oil production: Crude oil output rose from below 1mbpd in April 2023 to about 1.8mbpd today, as security clampdowns curtailed pipeline vandalism and theft.

     “Relative peace in hotspots: Communal and ethnic clashes in Southern Kaduna, Plateau, Taraba, and Benue have declined, with government interventions combining security force action and non-kinetic engagements.”

     “Degradation of IPOB/ESN: Military offensives and legal steps against IPOB’s foreign funding channels weakened the group, while sit-at-home orders have lost ground in the South East.”

    The Presidency noted that Ribadu’s tenure has been supported by President Tinubu’s consistent backing, including new military procurements, improved welfare for troops, and increased deployment of technology for intelligence and surveillance.

    Olusegun maintained that while challenges remain, Nigeria’s security architecture is now stronger, highways safer, oil production more stable, and farming communities gradually returning to normal life.

  • Presidency rejects Daily Trust’s ‘alarmist’ editorial

    Presidency rejects Daily Trust’s ‘alarmist’ editorial

    The Presidency has strongly rejected the editorial opinion published by Daily Trust on Wednesday, accusing the newspaper of distorting facts and painting an exaggerated picture of hardship and hunger in Nigeria.

    In a detailed response issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Mr. Sunday Dare, the Presidency described the editorial as “biased,” “misleading,” and a continuation of the paper’s “habitual misrepresentation of government policies.”

    “The Tinubu administration believes in the right of the media to offer constructive criticism. But it must be anchored on facts, not distortion or selective pessimism”, the statement read.

    While acknowledging that many Nigerians are facing economic difficulties, the Presidency said the newspaper’s portrayal of the nation as helpless and directionless was both unfair and irresponsible.

    “What is often criticised today are, in fact, the policies that will ensure Nigerians have a more secure, stable, and prosperous future,” the statement added.

    At the heart of the editorial’s claim, which was titled “Nigerians are hungry”, was a reference to a projected 33 million Nigerians facing hunger in 2025.

    The Presidency clarified that this figure was a worst-case scenario from the Cadre Harmonisé Food and Nutrition Insecurity Analysis — a joint report involving the Federal Government, UNICEF, FAO, and WFP — not a current status.

    “This projection assumes no intervention by the government or partners, which is not the case,” Mr. Dare stated.

    He highlighted multiple government efforts, including the release of over 42,000 metric tons of grain from federal reserves, procurement of an additional 117,000 metric tons, and scaled-up nutrition support in six states.

    The government also took issue with what it called the paper’s tendency to portray malnutrition as a northern problem, ignoring global disruptions caused by COVID-19, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and unrest in the Middle East.

    Citing the World Bank’s April 2025 Food Security Update, the statement noted that over 1.4 billion people globally are currently under food stress.

    The Presidency faulted Daily Trust’s claim that the naira had become “worthless,” calling the assertion “false and misleading.”

    “It is inaccurate to describe the naira as worthless when the currency has, in fact, strengthened significantly since March 2024,” the statement said, noting that the exchange rate had improved from ₦1,800/$1 to approximately ₦1,525/$1 as of August 1, 2025.

    Citing reforms including increased oil revenues, FX unification, investor confidence, and a reduction in FX backlog by over $4 billion, the Presidency maintained that the naira had not collapsed, but rather “found its level and is now recovering.”

    The Presidency also defended its economic strategy, stating that many viable public suggestions — including tax relief for essential goods and support for MSMEs — are already being implemented.

    “The Federal Ministry of Finance and the Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee have proposed tax reforms that will take effect from January 2026,” the statement explained.

    These include the streamlining of over 60 overlapping taxes, the elimination of nuisance levies, and expanded exemptions for food and medical items.

    Efforts are also underway at the state level, in collaboration with the National Economic Council (NEC), to implement local tax relief and food market stabilisation.

    Responding to claims that the school feeding programme had “fizzled out,” the Presidency said the assertion was false and contradicted data from the National Home-Grown School Feeding Programme.

    “Over 9.8 million children in 53,000 schools continue to benefit across all 36 states and the FCT,” Mr. Dare noted.

    He added that the programme now employs over 200,000 cooks and supports thousands of local farmers.

    In addition, the Renewed Hope Conditional Cash Transfer scheme has disbursed ₦75,000 to over three million households, with a target to reach 15 million.

    As of August 7, more than 396,000 students are receiving tuition support through the NELFUND student loan initiative.

    The Presidential MSME Grant Scheme has reportedly supported over 250,000 businesses in 2025, while the ongoing rollout of CNG buses and urban transport subsidies is helping to reduce commuting costs.

    The Presidency cautioned against isolating Nigeria’s food inflation as a purely domestic failure, pointing instead to global challenges. The FAO Food Price Index, it said, shows global prices remain 22% above pre-COVID levels.

    “Countries like Kenya, Ghana, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka are also struggling with food inflation,” it said.

    Nigeria’s response, however, includes ₦200 billion invested in dry-season farming, support for 500,000 farmers, the establishment of the National Commodity Board, and logistics subsidies.

    Highlighting ongoing federal-state collaboration, the Presidency noted that direct support has been extended to state governments for local food market interventions and nutrition support, to ensure a coordinated national response to hardship.

    “Nigeria is one country, one people. The fight against hunger is not a northern, southern, Christian, or Muslim issue,” the statement declared.

    In conclusion, the Presidency called for unity and a balanced national discourse.

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    “Let’s speak the truth. Yes, Nigerians are belt-tightening, but Nigeria is healing,” it said.

    It pointed to concrete indicators of progress: stabilising currency, expanded social protections, food system investments, and youth empowerment through tuition support.

    Citing the newly launched Renewed Hope Ward Development Programme (RHWDP), the Presidency said the initiative aims to reach all 8,809 political wards with targeted support for small businesses, local infrastructure, and food security — forming part of President Tinubu’s broader $1 trillion economy vision by 2030.

    “We do not ask for silence in the face of hardship. We ask only for fairness and a shared commitment to rebuilding this country, not just exaggerating its pain”, the Presidency stated.

    The Presidency urged all Nigerians — including the media — to engage in responsible nation-building, anchored on facts rather than fear.

  • Presidency defends Tinubu’s Super Falcons gesture

    Presidency defends Tinubu’s Super Falcons gesture

    The Presidency has defended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent cash reward to the Super Falcons, following mixed public reactions on social and mainstream media platforms.

    In a post shared on his verified X (formerly Twitter) handle, @aonanuga1956, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, explained that the President did what a grateful nation should do.

    He reiterated that President Tinubu’s gesture was a celebration of “excellence, creativity, hard work, soccer artistry and the undying Nigerian spirit.”

    “When you remember that Multichoice, the organizer of the BBNaija reality show is offering the winner ₦150 million grand prize, you wonder why some Nigerians are unappreciative of President Tinubu’s rewards to the Super Falcons,” Onanuga wrote.

    President on Monday announced monetary rewards, approving the Naira equivalent of $100,000 (approximately N153 million) for each player and $50,000 (N75.6 million), for each member of the coaching crew, totalling N4,503,600,000.

    Read Also: Super Falcons defy odds to write golden chapter, says Abiodun

    He also conferred the national honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) on each member of the victorious squad, as well as a three-bedroom apartment to go with.

    Onanuga’s reaction comes after President Tinubu, on Monday, announced a special cash reward and national recognition for members of the Nigerian women’s national football team following their historic victory at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). 

    The Falcons claimed their 10th continental title after a dramatic win in Rabat, Morocco.

    While the President’s move received praise from many Nigerians and sports enthusiasts, particularly for promoting women’s sports, some online commentators questioned the timing, monetary value, and broader implications in the face of economic challenges.

    Onanuga, however, emphasized that the President’s action was symbolic of his administration’s commitment to rewarding merit and motivating future excellence.

  • Presidency slams ADC over Buhari’s burial remarks

    Presidency slams ADC over Buhari’s burial remarks

    The Presidency has fired back at the African Democratic Congress (ADC) over its recent statement accusing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration of exploiting the death of former President Muhammadu Buhari for political image laundering, describing the opposition party’s claims as “shameless” and “obnoxious.”

    Reacting through a statement on Saturday, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Public Communications, Mr. Sunday Dare, the Presidency accused the ADC and its leading figures of “disrespecting Buhari and dancing on his grave for relevance.”

    “Let it be said clearly: the ADC is the one exploiting Buhari’s death for political attention, not this government. From Atiku and El-Rufai’s choreographed arrival in Daura — greeted with chants seeking to make political capital from the solemnity of the moment — to this disgraceful press statement, the ADC has shown itself to be utterly shameless,” it stated.

    The Presidency dismissed the ADC’s criticism as a “laughable tantrum” and part of a pattern of opportunistic outrage. 

    “This is not the first time the ADC — in its pitiful, stuttering attempts at reinvention — has embarrassed itself with hollow, attention-seeking criticisms. A party still grappling with an identity crisis presumes lecturing the President of the Federal Republic on governance, decorum, and public accountability. How utterly ridiculous”, the statement read.

    In contrast to the ADC’s allegations, the Presidency insisted that President Tinubu’s conduct during the mourning period was both dignified and befitting of the stature of the late former President. 

    “The burial of former President Buhari was conducted with the complete honour befitting a leader of his stature. That is why world leaders showed up, millions of Nigerians tuned in on television and across social media, and even ADC promoters were falling over themselves in Daura, prancing about the Buhari family compound like eager real estate agents scouting new territory,” it noted.

    Highlighting the administration’s focus and performance, the statement outlined what it described as President Tinubu’s growing list of achievements, including naira stabilisation, improved oil production, a 60% increase in FAAC allocations, and the restoration of electricity to long-neglected communities.

    Other milestones, it said, include the ongoing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, the Ogbia-Nembe Road, and the new Sokoto-Badagry Road; student loans under the NELFUND scheme benefiting 400,000 young Nigerians; the creation of regional development commissions; and the launch of Nigeria’s first-ever Consumer Credit Scheme.

    “These are not press statements. These are results. Tangible, measurable, and ongoing. That is leadership,” Dare declared.

    The Presidency described the ADC as a political “contraption” plagued by internal strife and legal woes, noting that the party has become consumed by “internal squabbles” and is “reduced to issuing these baseless attacks to cling to the fringes of relevance.”

    In a final swipe, Dare stated: “Let it be said without equivocation: Nigerians are not fooled. No press statement — however venomous — can erase the facts of progress. President Tinubu honoured Buhari with dignity in death and continues to honour his legacy through hard work, not hollow words.”

    It urged Nigerians to ignore the “political noise” from what he called “an outfit gasping for attention,” affirming that President Tinubu remains focused on delivering the Renewed Hope Agenda.