Jonathan Swears In 2 New Ministers, Set To Reshuffle Cabinet!
President Goodluck Jonathan on Monday administered the oath of office on Professor Chinedu Nebo and Alhaji Kabiru Saminu Turaki (SAN), the two new ministers whose nominations were recently approved by the Senate. The President however refused to announce the portfolios of the Ministers, fuelling suspicions that a cabinet reshuffle may take place soon, especially in [...]
Minister For Education Drops Shocker, Says “Education Is Free In Nigeria!”
The Minister for Education, Professor Rukkayat Rufa’i has stated that Education is still free in Nigeria. The Minister who made the assertion on a national television programme made it clear that the Government is subsidizing the cost of Education. While trying to justify the monies being charged by government-owned educational institutions across the country, the [...]
Nnaji, Nigeria’s Minister Of Power Resigns!
Professor Barth Nnaji, Nigeria’s Minister of Power has resigned his appointment. The President’s Special Adviser on Media, Dr. Reuben Abati confirmed the resignation as he disclosed that President Goodluck Jonathan has accepted Prof Nnaji’s resignation.
Senate Confirms 35 year old Ministerial Nominee
The last set of Ministerial nominees appeared before the Senate for screening on Wednesday. Those screened are Dr. Akniwunmi Adesina from Ogun State, Dr. Nurudeen Mohammed from Jigawa, Mrs. Omobola-Johnson Olubusola and Dr. Mohammed Ali Pate from Bauchi. Dr. Adesina and Dr. Nurudeen Mohammed proved to be the attractions of the day.
“Unscrupulous Marketers Are Behind Kerosene Scarcity”-Minister
Nigeria’s Petroleum Minister, Diezani Allison-Maduekwe made another attempt at explaining the reason behind the scarcity of cooking kerosene in the country. Speaking on the floor of the House of Representatives recently, the Minister spoke about the existence of a cartel that diverts the product. According to her, the daily kerosene need of Nigerians is estimated [...]
Senate Approves 8 Nominees, Gets Additional List
The Senate has again approved eight more of President Jonathan’s ministerial nominees. The legislative arm of government gave its nod after the nominees were screened.
Okonjo Iweala’s Second Coming: A Return To The Dollar Salary System?
To most Nigerians, the name Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is not new in governmental circles. She became a household name when she served as Minister in the Obasanjo years. She is also known to be the first woman to head Nigeria’s Finance Ministry, same for the Foreign Affairs Ministry. Okonjo Iweala’s brilliance and capabilities have never been [...]
Rivers State Ministerial Nominee Dropped
The Senate confirmed on Tuesday that the Ministerial nominee from Rivers State, Tonye Cole has been dropped from the list of those to be screened. The removal of Cole’s name might not be unconnected with the criticisms that followed his nomination. Though the Senate has not stated that he has been replaced, it is
President Goodluck Jonathan’s Ministerial Nominees: Why They Are Not The Best
As Nigerians await the Senate’s screening and eventual announcement of the people who will serve as ministers in the present administration, one of the most commonly discussed topics is the ministerial list. While some nominations have been hailed in some places, some of the nominees have come under severe criticisms. In some cases, people from [...]
Former Justice Minister, Bello Adoke Courts Chief Justice In Desperate Bid To Retain Position
Street Journal’s investigations have revealed that the former Justice Minister and Attorney General of the Federation, Mohammed Bello Adoke is one of the Ministers that seem sure of retaining their positions in the Federal Executive Cabinet.







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