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March 21, 2024 Tinubu Places Three-Month Ban On Foreign Trips For Ministers, Others
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Tinubu Places Three-Month Ban On Foreign Trips For Ministers, Others

President Bola Tinubu has banned ministers, heads of agencies, and other government officials from embarking on publicly funded foreign trips.

The ban will last for three months in the first instance and will take effect on April 1.

This was contained in a letter dated March 12, 2024, signed by the Chief of Staff to the president, Femi Gbajabiamila; and addressed to the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume.

According to the letter, the ban is aimed at reducing the costs of governance and is intended as a cost-saving measure without compromising government functions.

The letter expressed the president’s concerns about the rising cost of travel expenses borne by the MDAs as well as the growing need for cabinet members and heads of agencies to focus on their respective mandates for effective service delivery.

Tinubu added that government officials who intend to go on any publicly funded foreign trip must seek and get presidential approval at least two weeks before embarking on any such trip, which must be ‘deemed necessary’.

March 8, 2024 Tinubu Orders Ministers To Implement Only Research-Driven Policies
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Tinubu Orders Ministers To Implement Only Research-Driven Policies

President Bola Tinubu has directed relevant Ministries, Departments and Agencies of the Federal Government to ensure that the outcomes of research in science and technology are used to enrich policies that impact the real sector.

President Tinubu issued the directive when he received the President of the Nigerian Academy of Science, Ekanem Braide and the fellows of the Academy who paid him a courtesy visit at the State House in Abuja.

Later during his investiture as the Grand Patron of Science by the Academy, the President said the pace of change around the world, reflected in some national and global challenges, requires more reliance on research for solutions and actionable data, especially in health and education.

In her remarks, Braide, amongst others, stressed the need for a national research fund as the country moves towards a knowledge-driven economy.

 

October 16, 2023 FEC: Tinubu Swears In Three More Ministers
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FEC: Tinubu Swears In Three More Ministers

President Bola Tinubu administered the oath of office to three newly appointed ministers during a Monday morning ceremony at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.

The sworn-in ministers, Jamila Bio Ibrahim, Ayodele Olawande, and Balarabe Lawal, took their oaths at 12:15 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the State House. This solemn event took place just before the commencement of the Federal Executive Council meeting, presided over by President Tinubu himself.

Including these ministers in the Cabinet follows their successful screening by the Senate on October 4, 2023, almost two weeks ago. President Tinubu nominated Jamila Bio Ibrahim as the Minister of Youth and Ayodele Olawande as the Minister of State for Youth on September 17, 2023. Additionally, he requested the Senate's screening and approval of Balarabe Lawal as the Minister representing Kaduna.

Balarabe Lawal, who previously held the position of Secretary to the Government under former Governor Nasir El-Rufai, now steps into the role of Minister of Environment in President Tinubu's cabinet, succeeding his former principal.

Jamila Bio Ibrahim, aged 37, hails from Kwara State and boasts a diverse background as a medical doctor, politician, development expert, and advocate for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Before her recent appointment, she served as the National President of the APC Young Women Forum.

Ayodele Olawande, aged 34, is a seasoned community development expert and a prominent youth leader within the All-Progressives Congress. Before his nomination, Olawande served as a special adviser on innovation to former President Muhammadu Buhari, holding this position from 2019 to 2023. He also served in the office of Vice President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo.

Before the commencement of the meeting, the Council paused to observe a minute's silence in memory of Mobolaji Ajose-Adeogun, who passed away on July 1, 2023, at the age of 96. Ajose-Adeogun was appointed Minister of Federal Capital during the Murtala Mohammed military regime in 1976, serving in this capacity until 1979.

This gathering marked the second Federal Executive Council meeting since President Tinubu assumed office on May 29, 2023, reflecting the ongoing development and governance under his leadership.

September 28, 2023 Implementation Of Quarterly Performance Reviews For Ministers Announced
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Implementation Of Quarterly Performance Reviews For Ministers Announced

During a recent meeting with a delegation from the Committee of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities in Abuja, the Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, revealed that ministers in President Bola Tinubu's cabinet will undergo quarterly performance assessments.

The Committee of Vice-Chancellors presented a report outlining the challenges faced by universities in the country during their meeting with the Minister of Education.

The delegation, led by Prof. Lilian Salami, Chairman of the VCs’ committee and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Benin, engaged in discussions regarding Nigeria's education state.

In a statement by the committee’s secretary, Professor Yakubu Ochefu, it was noted that the Minister of Education emphasised President Tinubu's dedication to revitalizing the nation.

The president's governance approach was described as highly business-oriented, and it was announced that all ministers would be subject to quarterly performance evaluations. This move reflects the administration's commitment to ensuring accountability and efficiency in the government.

 

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