Otunba Bademosi

#LetThereBeJustice

[Ayekooto @DeeOneAyekooto]

Under the new appointments, Major General WM Dangana has been named the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 3 Division Nigerian Army and Commander of Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE, replacing Major General EF Oyinlola.

Similarly, Major General EI Okoro has been appointed GOC 6 Division Nigerian Army and Land Component Commander of Joint Task Force South-South Operation DELTA SAFE, succeeding Major General EE Emeka.

The statement also announced the appointment of Major General JR Lar as Commander, Army Headquarters Garrison, while Brigadier General OM Oyekola will serve as Acting Military Secretary (Army). Brigadier General I Waziri retains his position as Chief of Staff in the Office of the Chief of Army Staff.

As part of efforts to strengthen operational leadership and combat readiness, Brigadier General IB Buhari was appointed Commander of Headquarters 63 Brigade, while Brigadier General K Rabiu was named Commander of Headquarters 31 Artillery Brigade.

In a move reflecting the Army’s growing emphasis on technology and emerging security threats, Major General SA Emmanuel was appointed Commander of the Nigerian Army Space Command.

[Daddy D.O🇳🇬 @DOlusegun]

Here are ten important things to know about the State Police Bill as passed yesterday by the Senate including answers to funding, constitutional powers, scope and appointment of senior personnels.

[Bola Ahmed Tinubu @officialABAT]

I have today signed the NIMC Act 2026 into law.

For nearly twenty years, Nigeria’s identity system operated under a law written for a different era. That era is over.

This new Act gives our nation a modern, secure and digital identity framework fit for the Nigeria we are building, a Nigeria on the path to becoming a one-trillion-dollar economy.

[Otunba Bademosi @Badmosmoses]

@egi_nupe The person implementing the policies is not their candidate.

[O'tega Ogra @otegaogra]

Historic.

The Nigerian Senate has just passed the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Alteration) State Police Bill, 2026.

All 26 clauses adopted.

- more than Two Decades after pushing for Police decentralisation as Govenor of Lagos State

- Five Years, Seven Months since @officialABAT made a strong case for the establishment of State Police at the Ajibola Ajimobi Roundtable in Ibadan saying, “The time for state police has come… in fact, it is overdue”

- Four Month after President Tinubu told Governors during Iftar Dinner: “What I promised Nigerians will not be postponed… we will establish State police to curb insecurity”

[Otunba Bademosi @Badmosmoses]

@akintollgate Corn in your pocket 😂😂

[Otunba Bademosi @Badmosmoses]

@BSAT_Properties The Federal Road Safety Corps once stopped me over an expired fire extinguisher and tried to intimidate me into offering them money. I insisted they issue me the official ticket instead, and I went ahead to pay the prescribed fine of ₦3,000.

[Otunba Bademosi @Badmosmoses]

@UwadinisuB @ChuksEricE So bcos he has celebrated his birthday in Onitsha, you now conclude the aftermath cannot also hold in Onitsha? That’s a weak argument. Would the Oba of Lagos abandon his seat and travel to Onitsha to celebrate his own birthday? Think through your point before making it. Animal.

[Otunba Bademosi @Badmosmoses]

@DeeOneAyekooto They are only after Aso Rock

[Woye @woye1]

Don’t mislead Nigerians @abati1990 as per N500 billion Emergency Security Fund via Automatic Deduction from FAAC.

1: There is a body called “National Economic Council” is a statutory body established by the provisions of the 1999 constitution as amended, specifically in Section 153 (1) and paragraphs 18 &19 of Part1 of the Third Schedule.

2: NEC members met and unanimously approved that their states allocation should be DEDUCTED to fund emergency National Security Fund.

3: @abati1990 must have forgotten that the administration of President Jonathan made several deductions from the FAAC without even consulting NEC members.

-(a): Commissioners were always quarreling during FAAC meetings under GEJ then.

4: Fast Forward to FG not Tinubu’s govt, the Govs and the commissioners were consulted and agreed to have their funds DEDUCTED.

-(a): what was deducted na WINDFALL oooo, it means extra revenues from USA-Iran war.

5: NEC is about cooperation with FG as demonstrated in the state police policy.

6: public commentators should be careful.

[Bola Ahmed Tinubu @officialABAT]

When we came into office, we made a promise to Nigerians that food security would be a major pillar of our Renewed Hope agenda.

We promised to support our farmers, strengthen local production, reduce dependence on imports, and build an agricultural system strong enough to withstand shocks from beyond our borders.

That promise is being kept.

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[UTAMU @utamu_uni]

The Academic Registrar of Universal Technology and Management University (UTAMU) warmly invites the general public to apply and join our most competitive Masters programmes for the September 2026 Intake. Call: 0750599736, 0770884643, [email protected]
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[Otunba Bademosi @Badmosmoses]

@LyndaUdoji @ari_nz_e @_DeConsult Instilling the habit of giving through church offerings teaches a child important values such as generosity, sacrifice, and compassion, which can shape their character and positively influence their future.

[Osas @osazenoo]

HOW WILL EACH STATE CREATE ITS OWN STATE POLICE?

A Governor cannot wake up tomorrow and create a State Police Force.

✅ The State House of Assembly must pass a law establishing it.
✅ The State Police must meet national minimum standards prescribed by the National Assembly.

Until a State Police becomes operational, the Federal Police will continue performing all policing duties in that state.

Once State Police is established:

• State Police handles state-level security responsibilities.
• Federal Police handles federal policing responsibilities.
• Federal Police can still provide assistance when needed.

There will never be a security vacuum.

[Taiwo Oyedele @taiwoyedele]

PRESS RELEASE

𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐅𝐄𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐆𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐍𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐌𝐅 𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐄𝐒𝐒𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐍𝐈𝐆𝐄𝐑𝐈𝐀'𝐒 𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐎𝐌𝐘 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐓𝐎 𝐒𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐑𝐄𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐒 𝐌𝐎𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐔𝐌

Abuja, 9 June 2026

The Federal Government welcomes the publication of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) 2026 Article IV Mission Concluding Statement on Nigeria and notes its overall positive assessment of the country's economic reform programme. The report provides further independent validation that the bold and necessary reforms undertaken under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, are strengthening macroeconomic stability, restoring confidence, and laying the foundation for sustainable and inclusive growth.

The IMF observed that reforms implemented over the past two and a half years have yielded improved macroeconomic outcomes and enhanced Nigeria's resilience to external shocks. The Fund specifically highlighted improvements in foreign exchange market functioning, stronger external buffers, ongoing fiscal and revenue reforms, banking sector resilience, and growing macroeconomic stability. These developments affirm that Nigeria is moving in the right direction and is better positioned to withstand global economic uncertainties than at any time in recent years.

The Government is particularly encouraged by the IMF's recognition that the difficult but necessary decisions to end fuel subsidies, eliminate deficit monetisation, liberalise the foreign exchange market, and strengthen fiscal discipline have contributed significantly to reducing vulnerabilities and rebuilding confidence in the economy. The report notes that Nigeria now faces global shocks with stronger policy frameworks and buffers than before.

The recent conflict in the Middle East has created new challenges for economies around the world through higher energy prices, rising food costs, tighter financial conditions, and disruptions to global supply chains. While these developments present inflationary pressures, the IMF acknowledged that Nigeria has demonstrated notable resilience. Despite significant increases in global energy prices, the foreign exchange parallel market premium has remained below five percent, sovereign spreads have remained broadly stable, and investor confidence has been preserved.

The IMF further noted that Nigeria is well positioned to benefit from higher energy prices through stronger export earnings, improved fiscal revenues, and increased foreign exchange inflows.

The Federal Government remains focused on translating these opportunities into long-term gains by increasing crude oil production, expanding domestic refining capacity, growing gas production and exports, and attracting new investments across the energy value chain.

The Government acknowledges the IMF's observation that poverty and food insecurity remain significant challenges. While progress is being made in terms of per capita income growing by nearly 10 percent in 2025 indicating marked reduction in poverty levels, we are mindful that macroeconomic stability, while necessary, is not sufficient on its own. Economic growth must be inclusive and must translate into tangible improvements in the welfare of Nigerians.

Accordingly, the Government continues to strengthen targeted social protection programmes, including direct cash transfers to vulnerable households, support for small businesses, student financing through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), consumer credit initiatives, healthcare investments, and interventions aimed at improving livelihoods and expanding economic opportunities.

In agriculture, the Government is scaling up investments through the Renewed Hope National Agricultural Mechanisation Programme and other initiatives designed to improve productivity, expand irrigation and dry-season farming, enhance access to inputs and financing, strengthen value chains, and improve food security. These efforts are aimed at moderating food inflation while creating jobs and raising rural incomes.

The Federal Government also welcomes the IMF's recognition of the progress being made in domestic revenue mobilisation and public financial management reforms. The successful implementation of Nigeria's new tax laws, the digitisation of revenue collection processes, improved transparency in public finance, and enhanced accountability mechanisms will continue to strengthen fiscal sustainability while ensuring a fairer and more efficient tax system.

We note the IMF's recommendations regarding fiscal reporting, budget transparency, and data reconciliation. The Government is already taking steps to strengthen fiscal data integrity, improve coordination among relevant institutions, enhance transparency in budget execution, and deepen public financial management reforms. Efforts are ongoing to improve fiscal reporting systems and ensure that economic and fiscal statistics continue to meet the highest international standards.

The report's medium-term outlook reinforces confidence in Nigeria's economic prospects. The IMF projects continued economic growth above four percent, improving external reserves, rising investment, and strengthening fiscal revenues over the medium term. Public debt has already declined relative to GDP, while reserve buffers have strengthened considerably. These outcomes which complement recent sovereign credit rating upgrades by leading international rating agencies reflect the growing resilience of the Nigerian economy and the positive impact of ongoing reforms.

The Federal Government remains firmly committed to maintaining macroeconomic stability, accelerating inclusive growth, strengthening fiscal discipline, deepening structural reforms, improving the investment climate, expanding infrastructure, enhancing human capital development and job creation. We will continue to pursue policies that support private sector growth, attract domestic and foreign investment, and improve the competitiveness of the Nigerian economy.

While challenges remain, the direction is clear and the foundations are stronger. The ultimate objective of these reforms is not merely improved economic indicators, but better outcomes for every Nigerian - lower inflation, decent jobs, higher incomes, greater economic opportunity, and a better quality of life.

𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐰𝐨 𝐎𝐲𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐞
Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy
Federal Republic of Nigeria

[Otunba Bademosi @Badmosmoses]

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[Osas @osazenoo]

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[DAWN Commission @DAWNCommission]

Abimbola Ayodeji Abolarinwa: How Nigeria’s First Female Urologist Turned Curiosity Into a Career Legacy

Dr Abolarinwa became the first Nigerian woman to earn specialist qualifications in urology, entering a field that had previously been occupied entirely by men.

Today, she is a Consultant Urological Surgeon at LASUTH, a trainer of future specialists, and part of the reason more women are now entering the profession. The women who followed did not have to wonder whether it was possible. They had already seen someone do it.

Her story is not just about being first. It is about preparation, persistence, and choosing excellence wherever the path leads.

Read the full story on our website here: https://t.co/qQ17QpTO3b

@LASUTHikeja

[D. H Bwala @BwalaDaniel]

MAJOR BREAKING NEWS FROM THE WAR FRONT

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have rescued 360 abductees from a JAS enclave in the Mandara Mountains following intelligence-driven operations in the North East. The victims are being evacuated and receiving medical care. Sadly, two infants died due to exhaustion from prolonged captivity and harsh terrain. The Federal Government commends the troops and reaffirms its commitment to ending terrorism and protecting all Nigerians.