NEWS: The 1st of Muharram 1447 has commenced after Maghrib on Wednesday 25th June 2025
The moon was sighted in Saudi Arabia today which means the month of Dhul Hijjah will be 29 Days.
May Allāh accept our siyām, qiyām & acts of worship and may He grant us the ability to utilise the precious moments of this Blessed month of Muharram to engage in that which pleases Him. Aameen.
Press Statement
Information Minister Condoles Governor Radda, on the Passing of His Mother
I am extending my deepest condolences to the Governor of Katsina State, His Excellency, Dr. Dikko Umaru Radda, on the passing of his beloved mother, Hajiya Sarafa’u Umaru, at the age of 93.
Losing a mother is an immeasurable loss, especially one who lived a life of grace, wisdom, and devotion to family and community. Hajiya Sarafa’u Umaru was a matriarch in every sense and a pillar of strength.
On behalf of my family and myself, I would like to commiserate with Governor Radda, his family, and the people of Katsina State in this moment of grief. I pray that Almighty Allah grants her Aljannah Firdaus and gives the family the strength to bear this irreplaceable loss.
May her soul rest in eternal peace.
Mohammed Idris (fnipr)
Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria is reassessing its approach to cryptocurrency. We are moving away from blanket restrictions toward thoughtful, balanced regulation that acknowledges both the risks and the transformative potential of crypto and blockchain technologies. https://t.co/S31dSgTnQe
This is worth reiterating: We cannot focus only on negatives—ignoring Nigeria's many positive stories and successes—and expect others to come and invest in the country.
The 2025 budget, almost double the 2024 figure, includes ₦3.65 trillion for statutory transfers, ₦13.64 trillion for recurrent spending, ₦23.96 trillion for capital projects and ₦14.32 trillion for debt servicing, with a deficit-to-GDP ratio of 1.52%.
#2025Budget
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu @officialABAT has signed the ₦54.99 trillion 2025 Appropriation Bill into law at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The National Assembly passed the bill on 13 February, raising it from the initial ₦49.7 trillion proposed by the President.
Troops also recovered 296 weapons and over 7,200 rounds of ammunition, thwarted oil theft worth ₦2.1 billion, and seized 1.7 million litres of stolen crude oil. All suspects and recovered items were handed over to relevant authorities for further action.
#DefenceHQ#ArmedForces
The Defence Headquarters says troops of the armed forces neutralised 217 terrorists, arrested 574 suspects, and rescued 320 kidnapped victims in February. Additionally, 152 Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters and their families surrendered.
#OilTheft#Terrorism#Nigeria#HostageRescue
He said his administration will fully digitise NIPSS, establish an advanced e-library and create virtual learning platforms to enhance executive education.
#EconomicGrowth#Nigeria
Represented by VP Kashim Shettima at the Senior Executive Course 46 graduation, President Tinubu stressed that policy research, youth empowerment and innovation are crucial for Nigeria’s future.
#TechInnovation#YouthEmpowerment
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu @officialABAT has urged graduates of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies and other policymakers to spearhead Nigeria’s digital transformation and tech-driven economic growth. #PolicyResearch#Broadband#SkillsDevelopment
The President assured Nigerians that his administration remains committed to enhancing food security through innovative farming and mechanisation.
He said bold economic reforms are already stabilising the economy, reducing food prices and improving exchange rates.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Muslims in Nigeria and across the world as the sacred month of Ramadan begins, urging them to embrace the values of piety, compassion and unity. #Compassion#RenewedHope