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Buhari Reveals Why He Is Going Ahead With Naira Redesign
Buhari Reveals Why He Is Going Ahead With Naira Redesign
Interestingly, President Muhammadu Buhari has said there was no going back on the planned redesign of the N1,000, N500, and N200 bank notes.
He spoke against the backdrop of public criticisms that have trailed the announcement on October 26 by the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, that the apex bank would redesign the Naira.
In an interview with the NTA after meeting his Royal Majesty, King Charles III in Buckingham Palace, on Wednesday, Buhari said his government would not jettison the plan. He also said politicians would not be allowed to intimidate voters with money in the 2023 general elections.
“No going back. My aim is to make sure that Nigerians believe that we respect them as an administration. So, Nigerians should vote for whoever they like from whichever political party. Nobody will be allowed to mobilize resources and thugs to intimidate people in any constituency. That is what I want to go down in Nigerian history for as a leader.”
The president said he met with King Charles III to foster Nigeria’s bilateral relationship with the United Kingdom.
He said King Charles III asked him whether he has a house in the UK or not.
“He (King Charles III) asked me whether I have a house here (in the UK), I said no, I live in Nigeria alone, the only house I have are those I have before I got into government and I am not very much interested in having houses all over the place. I feel much freer when I have nothing,” the President said.
Buhari said Nigeria had a large market and that it was only wise for the business relationship between the two countries to be nurtured.
“Firstly, we are to meet with the King in Kigali, but unfortunately, the meeting was postponed. He is interested very much in Nigeria, maybe because of Nigeria’s relationship with Britain for long, our economic strength, I think we are still of great attachment to them,” he said.
Buhari said the British monarch spoke very well of Nigeria and wanted the relationship to continue.
The President is on medical vacation in the Uk and is expected back in time
Media Personality, J J Jabulani and siblings to celebrate mummy at 90
Media guru and highly respected on air personality, Jọlaoluwa Afọlabi famously known as J.J Jabulani is holding an elaborate 90th years birthday bash for his mummy, Mama Maria Ibipeju Afọlabi.
The birthday bash is holding on Friday, 25th April, 2025 at No 1 Ebute Road, Unity hall, opposite Indomie house, Lau junction, Ibafo, Ogun state. Many eminent personalities and media guys are expected to grace the epoch-making event.
Mama Ibipeju is a big business woman that trades on kolanut and gold in the 80s, she’s married to the popular pastor of the C&S church world wide Most Senior Apostle Samson Ọlayiwola Afọlabi of the revered Odofin compound in IREE town,Boripe local government of Osun state .
Mama is blessed with so many children among them is the ace broadcaster and media owner , Afolabi Jolaoluwa jabulani who is the last born of the nonagenarian.
Mama has great love and passion for gospel music spurred her interest in the usage of ‘SHEKERE’ in praising God till this moment and this singular act earned her the nick name (Iya Sekere)
Ogun NYSC Coordinator Applauds Ijebu-Ode LG Chairman for Exemplary Support
The Ogun State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Mrs. Olayinka Nasamu, has commended the Executive Chairman of Ijebu-Ode Local Government, Hon. Damilare Sikiru Alebiosu, for his unwavering commitment and consistent support for the Scheme.
Mrs. Nasamu gave the commendation during a courtesy visit to the chairman at his office in Ijebu-Ode, as part of her stakeholder engagement efforts ahead of the 2025 Batch A Stream One Orientation Course, in line with the directive of the NYSC Director General.
Speaking on behalf of NYSC management, she expressed deep appreciation for the chairman’s dedication to the welfare of Corps Members.
Mrs Nasamu noted his remarkable contributions, highlighting that he was the only council chairman who provided transportation for Corps Members posted to Ijebu-Ode following the last Orientation Course and also demonstrated strong support by attending the Cultural Carnival on short notice.
“We sincerely appreciate your generosity and passion. Your selfless support continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our Corps Members,” she stated.
The Coordinator also took the opportunity to introduce the new NYSC Director General, Brigadier General Olakunle Oluseye Nafiu, and informed the chairman of the scheduled date for the commencement of the next Orientation exercise.
She appealed for continued collaboration to ensure a smooth and successful course.
In his response, Hon. Alebiosu warmly welcomed the NYSC team and reaffirmed his commitment to the Scheme.
He pledged to offer even greater support, including donating essential items to the Orientation Camp and personally attending selected Camp activities.
The visit also featured the presentation of waste bins by Corps Members to the Ijebu-Ode Local Government Secretariat as part of their Community Development Service (CDS), aimed at promoting environmental cleanliness and hygiene.
The visit reaffirmed the strong partnership between NYSC Ogun State and its key stakeholders in ensuring the safety, well-being, and productivity of Corps Members across the state.
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