Bola Tinubu
Bola Tinubu is the President of Nigeria.
Notable Quotes
"The government was seeking approval from Deutsche Bank for the syndicated financing facility."View Story →
"more than a festival"View Story →
"I was shocked by the general's death and described it as a reminder of the threat posed by armed criminal groups."View Story →
"All persons found culpable are to be treated strictly in accordance with applicable law."View Story →
"These are profoundly upsetting and the desperate acts of the evil-minded terrorist groups."View Story →
"The Monday attacks were desperate acts of the evil-minded terrorist groups."View Story →
"surrender or face the full force of the state."View Story →
"The men and women who help to keep us safe in our homes must be supported and appreciated in the course of their duties to our nation."View Story →
"praised the courage and heroism of the soldiers who fought valiantly to repel the terrorists and ensure that Boko Haram could not overrun the communities the soldiers protect."View Story →
"praised the courage and heroism of the soldiers who fought valiantly to repel the terrorists and ensure that Boko Haram could not overrun the communities the soldiers protect."View Story →
"Those who carried out this cowardly attack on defenceless Nigerians are enemies of peace and enemies of humanity, who will not go scot-free."View Story →
"let's just thank God together that you are better off."View Story →
"early assessments confirmed the elimination of al-Minuki — also known as Abu-Mainok — along with several of his lieutenants, during a strike on his compound in the Lake Chad Basin."View Story →
"The two countries had recorded a significant example of effective collaboration in the fight against terrorism."View Story →
"I extend my sincere gratitude to President Trump for his leadership and unwavering support in this effort."View Story →
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Uber shuts operations in Nigeria and Uganda with immediate effect
Nigeria - Africa's most populous country - is proving a tough market for ride-hailing services.
September 2, 2026Nigeria's president orders manhunt after kidnappers upload victim video
The footage shows dozens of men, women and children sitting in a forest.
August 25, 2026Nigerian army says it safely rescued 33 people kidnapped by gunmen
The people were abducted while travelling through the country's north-western Zamfara state on Saturday.
August 9, 2026Nigeria's president orders 80% salary increase for junior soldiers
The announcement comes as Nigeria's security forces struggle to contain multiple threats.
August 5, 2026Nigeria's president approves largest military expansion in recent times
The government is under intense pressure to tackle a slew of armed groups, many of whom attack civilians.
July 24, 2026Sierra Leone drops treason charge against ex-president over attempted coup
Ernest Bai Koroma was arrested in 2023 after gunmen broke into an armoury and some jails, freeing inmates.
July 15, 2026How a fake presidential council ended up with a budget of almost $1m in Nigeria
The government says it was set up with a forged letter of appointment but others say there is more to it.
July 11, 2026Nigeria's president demands to know how fake agency was allegedly set up in his office
Adeniyi Adeyemi allegedly forged a letter of appointment and secured funding for an agency the presidency knew nothing about.
July 8, 2026Nigerian army frees widow of ex-general who died in captivity
Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar and his wife Amina were abducted in north-west Nigeria at the end of last month.
June 16, 2026IMF warns Nigeria of risks in $5 billion swap deal with UAE lender - Reuters
IMF warns Nigeria of risks in $5 billion swap deal with UAE lender Reuters
June 9, 2026Malawians repatriated from South Africa amid xenophobia concerns
Malawi is among several African nations transporting their citizens out of the country following reports of violence against migrants.
June 8, 2026Hundreds of captives freed from Boko Haram mountain hideout
The group includes many women and children who were abducted in March from an area close to Cameroon.
June 7, 2026Forty-two pupils missing after Nigeria school attack, lawmaker says - Reuters
Forty-two pupils missing after Nigeria school attack, lawmaker says Reuters
May 16, 2026Trump says senior IS leader killed by US and Nigerian forces
The US president says the joint operation eliminated "the most active terrorist in the world", Abu-Bilal al-Minuki.
May 16, 2026Trump says ISIS second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki killed by US and Nigerian forces - Reuters
Trump says ISIS second-in-command Abu-Bilal al-Minuki killed by US and Nigerian forces Reuters
May 16, 2026New alliances shakes up Nigerian political landscape
Peter Obi and Rabiu Kwankwaso, who came third and fourth respectively in the last elections, switch parties.
May 4, 2026Behind Nigeria's murky coup plot - the money, the prayers and a Nollywood arrest
What court papers and sources close to the investigation have told the BBC about the scope of the plan.
April 24, 2026Kenyan leader sparks uproar after mocking Nigerians' spoken English
William Ruto says Kenyans speak "some of the best English in the world" while it is hard to understand Nigerians.
April 24, 2026Kinder Morgan tops quarterly profit estimates amid rising natural gas demand - Reuters
Kinder Morgan tops quarterly profit estimates amid rising natural gas demand Reuters
April 22, 2026Nigeria charges six people with treason over Independence Day coup plot
Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced in October 2025 when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.
April 21, 2026Nigerian airlines threaten to halt flights over soaring jet fuel prices - Reuters
Nigerian airlines threaten to halt flights over soaring jet fuel prices Reuters
April 16, 2026Islamist militants raid Nigerian army base, kill commander and six soldiers - Reuters
Islamist militants raid Nigerian army base, kill commander and six soldiers Reuters
April 13, 2026Nigerian president's rivals get major boost as political heavyweight joins fold
Rabiu Kwankwaso joins the ADC, a coalition poised to take on President Tinubu in the 2027 elections.
March 30, 2026Suspected suicide attacks kill at least 23 in north-east Nigeria
Multiple blasts struck some of the Maiduguri's busiest locations on Monday evening.
March 17, 2026Nigeria denies report it paid 'huge' ransom to free pupils in mass abduction
The rebuttal was followed by news the police chief was resigning a year before the end of his term.
February 24, 2026Catch of the day: Pictures from spectacular Nigerian fishing festival
Days of competition culminate in a fishing contest rooted in efforts to cement local peace.
February 21, 2026