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Presidency Speaks On Reopening Worship Centres

Presidency Speaks On Reopening Worship Centres

The Presidency has provided more clarity on President Muhammadu Buhari’s nationwide broadcast on Monday.

The Presidency cleared the confusion surrounding opening of religious worship centres

Senior Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, fielded questions on the broadcast when he appeared on TVC on Tuesday.

President Buhari addressed Nigerians on Monday on the ravaging Coronavirus pandemic.

Speaking on the reopening of worship centres, the presidential spokesman said, “What Mr. President said yesterday was that, from Monday, May 4, there will be a gradual opening up and

PDP 'Your Speech Was Empty' – PDP Blasts Buhari

‘Your Speech Was Empty’ – PDP Blasts Buhari

The Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has described President Muhammadu Buhari’s nationwide speech as appalling.

PDP insisted that Buhari failed to offer solutions to the COVID-19 challenge facing Nigerians.

In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Kola Ologbondiyan, the former ruling party expressed disappointment that Buhari failed to offer post lockdown stimulus to Nigerians in the private sector.

According to the statement: “The PDP is appalled that President Buhari, in his Monday’s COVID-19 address, again, failed to offer decisive solutions to protect Nigerians from the deadly pandemic.

“We

Buhari 'Prove You’re Not Lifeless’ – Nigerians Blast Buhari

‘Prove You’re Not Lifeless’ – Nigerians Blast Buhari

Nigerians on social media, including a former aide to ex-President Goodluck Jonathan, Reno Omokri, have asked President Muhammadu Buhari to prove US President Donald Trump wrong by showing the world he is not a “lifeless” President.

Recall that Trump had referred to his Nigerian counterpart as “lifeless”, shortly after a meeting between the two leaders on April 30, 2018.

And immediately after his national broadcast on COVID-19 on Monday, Nigerians wondered why the President cannot hold a press briefing where he would answer questions from journalists on the ravaging pandemic.

It’s A Shame Buhari Can’t Give Nigerians ₦5,000 Palliative

It’s A Shame Buhari Can’t Give Out ₦5,000 Palliative

The pastor in charge of Awaiting The Second Coming Of Jesus Christ Ministry, Adewale Giwa, has expressed disappointment over the inability of President Muhammadu Buhari to give Nigerians at least, ₦5,000 each during the ongoing national lockdown.

Giwa, in a statement on Sunday, also criticized security officials for their flagrant abuse of human rights.

The pastor aslo said that president Buhari’s palliatives were meant for the Northerners.

“Northerners are being taken care of while others are protesting on the social media.

“It’s a shame that president Buhari cannot give each Nigerian, at least, N5,000.

“What is the essence of having

Stop Hiding Under Aso Rock Bed – Deji Adeyanju To Buhari

Stop Hiding Under Aso Rock Bed – Deji Adeyanju To Buhari

The convener of pro-democracy group, Concerned Nigerians, Deji Adeyanju, on Thursday challenged President Muhammadu Buhari to come out of hiding in Aso Rock and lead the fight against the Coronavirus.

Adeyanju enjoined Buhari to show leadership in tackling COVID-19, which has claimed the lives of many Nigerians.

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In a statement he signed, the activist said Buhari’s alleged lackadaisical attitude of addressing Nigerians every two-weeks was unacceptable.

According to Adeyanju: “The President needs to show leadership. Every day, we watch the American President, Donald Trump, addressing Americans and meeting with his cabinet

US Reacts To Abba Kyari’s Demise, Evacuates More Citizens

US Reacts To Abba Kyari’s Demise, Evacuates More Citizens

The United States has consoled Nigeria on the death of Abba Kyari.

The late Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu Buhari was buried on Saturday in Abuja, weeks after testing positive to coronavirus.

The mission’s message was posted on its Twitter handle, @USEmbassyAbuja, on Saturday.

“On the passing of the Presidential Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari, the U.S. Mission in Nigeria wishes to express sincerest condolences to his family and to the government of Nigeria. We mourn with Nigeria at the loss of this dedicated son and public servant”, it read.

Meanwhile, the country has confirmed the repatriation of more

Buhari 'Buhari Should Appoint Igbo As Abba Kyari's Replacement'

‘Buhari Should Appoint Igbo As Abba Kyari’s Replacement’

The Ohanaeze Ndigbo Youth Council (OYC) has highlighted why President Muhammadu Buhari should appoint an Igbo as his new Chief of Staff.

In a statement on Sunday, they described the passing of Abba Kyari, as a “colossal loss”.

Buhari, had in a tribute, penned that Kyari was his loyal friend of 42 years and an individual who “never wavered in his commitment to the betterment of every one of us”

A statement by Okechukwu Isiguzoro, OYC President and Okwu Nnabuike, the Secretary, prayed God to give Buhari the fortitude to bear the

Abba Kyari, Most Misunderstood Personality – Presidency

Abba Kyari, Most Misunderstood Personality – Presidency

The Personal Assistant to the President on New Media, Malam Bashir Ahmed, has described President Muhammadu Buhari’s Chief of Staff, late Abba Kyari, as one of the most misunderstood persons in the history of Nigeria.

The Presidency had in the early hours of Saturday announced the death of Abba Kyari, who had tested positive to the ravaging COVID-19.

Kyari died on Friday.

In what appears to be a tribute to late Abba Kyari, on his Twitter page, @BashirAhmaad, on Saturday, the presidential aide also described the deceased as a man of honour, who sacrificed his life for Nigeria.

Abba Kyari - 10 Things To Know About Late Chief Of Staff

Abba Kyari: 10 Things To Know About Late Chief Of Staff

Abba Kyari, President Muhammadu Buhari’s Chief of Staff died on Friday, April 17, 2020.

Kyari was flown to Lagos State after he tested positive for the deadly Coronavirus which has claimed many lives worldwide.

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Here, Africa Daily News brings to you 10 things to know about the late Chief of Staff

1. Abba Kyari hailed from Borno State and was born on November 17, 1938.

2. The 81-year-old was a lawyer, businessman and politician.

3. In August 2015, Kyari was appointed as the Chief of Staff to President Muhammadu

‘Pay Us Via BVN’ – Nigerians Cry Out To Buhari

‘Pay Us Via BVN’ – Nigerians Cry Out To Buhari

Some Nigerians have told the President Muhammadu Buhari-led government to pay palliatives via BVN since it has decided to extend the lockdown to 14 days.

President Buhari had on Monday during a nationwide broadcast stated that the initial 14-day lockdown in affected states is still on.

The President said that the decision was taken in order to curtail the spread of coronavirus disease in the country.

Some Nigerians took to their social media pages, asking that each person should receive at least N20,000 from all the billion naira

14 Days Lockdown Extension Totally Insensitive – CUPP

14 Days Lockdown Extension Totally Insensitive – CUPP

The Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP, has faulted the 14 days lockdown extension by President Muhammadu Buhari.

CUPP said the lockdown extension without putting adequate palliatives for Nigerians was “insensitive.”

Spokesperson of CUPP, Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere warned that the extension could lead to hunger and social unrest.

In a post on his official Facebook page, Ugochinyere wrote: “Opposition Coalition (CUPP) describes President Buhari’s extension of lockdown of Abuja, Lagos and Ogun for another 14 days without putting in Place a sustainable, robust and far reaching palliative to

Buhari Sends Sympathetic Message To Christians

Buhari Sends Sympathetic Message To Christians

President Muhammadu Buhari on Friday said it’s “unfortunate” that Christians will celebrate Easter in a “subdued manner, away from the usual congregation in churches.”

Buhari had ordered a lockdown in Abuja, Lagos and Ogun States for 14 days in a bid to combat the spread of Coronavirus across the country.

This had led to the restriction of both social and religious gatherings.

However, Buhari in his Easter message urged Christians to rekindle their faith in Christ because they will overcome.

In the message he personally signed, Buhari rejoiced with Christian