She also appealed to the people to continue praying for the administration, describing their prayers as a vital source of strength for the government.
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PRESIDENT TINUBU ARRIVES ABU DHABI
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu arrived in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), on Sunday ahead of his participation in the 2026 edition of Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week (ADSW), which begins on Monday.
The President’s plane landed at the Presidential Wing of Zayed International Airport at exactly 11:30 pm local time.
He was received by Sheikh Shakhboot Nahyan Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs; the UAE Ambassador to Nigeria, Salem Saeed Al-Shamsi; Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar; and members of the Nigerian diplomatic mission in Abu Dhabi.
Several other ministers, including the Minister of Budget and Planning, Atiku Bagudu; the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr Jumoke Oduwole; and the Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency, Ambassador Muhammed Muhammed, welcomed President Tinubu at his hotel.
President Tinubu arrived in Abu Dhabi from Europe, where he spent part of his end-of-year break, engaging in fruitful discussions with Rwandan President Paul Kagame and French President Emmanuel Macron.
The 2026 Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week, with the theme “The Nexus of Next, All Systems Go,” is a global platform that brings together world leaders, policymakers, investors, and experts to advance dialogue and action on sustainable development, climate action, energy transition, and inclusive economic growth.

This visit further reinforces the strong diplomatic and economic ties between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates, while positioning Nigeria as an active contributor to global conversations on sustainable development.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
January 11, 2026
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PRESIDENT TINUBU CELEBRATES FORMER SENATE PRESIDENT AHMAD LAWAN ON HIS BIRTHDAY
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu congratulates former President of the Senate, Senator Ahmad Ibrahim Lawan, on his birthday, 12 January.
President Tinubu describes Senator Lawan as a seasoned legislator and statesman who has made enduring contributions to Nigeria’s democratic development.
The President extols the senator’s decades of distinguished service to the nation as a legislator, particularly his tenure as Senate President, during which he provided steady leadership and upheld the principles of dialogue, stability, and collaborative governance.
The President acknowledges Senator Lawan’s commitment to national unity, good governance, and democratic values, which has earned him respect across party lines and among Nigerians from all walks of life.
“As Senate President, Senator Ahmad Lawan played a critical role in strengthening the legislature and fostering constructive engagement among the arms of government in the interest of national progress,” the President states.
President Tinubu wishes the legislator good health and renewed strength as he continues to serve the nation.
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Fubara Breaks Silence Days After Rivers Assembly Members Began Impeachment Proceedings Against Him (Video)
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has appealed to residents to remain calm as the State House of Assembly advances moves to impeach him.
The governor made the appeal on Sunday during a church service in Port Harcourt held to commemorate the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day.
He reassured the congregation that the situation would be resolved.
Governor Fubara explained that his silence amid the unfolding developments was intentional, stating that his confidence and resilience are rooted in his faith in God.
Referring to comments he made during the New Year banquet at the Government House, the governor remarked that “dogs bark when they do not understand”.
In her address, the Deputy Governor of the state, Professor Ngozi Odu, who also addressed the worshippers, encouraged the public to conduct themselves responsibly, echoing the message of the Dean of the Anglican Communion, Archbishop Blessing Eyinda, who had emphasized in his sermon that every action would one day be remembered.
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WARD 11 EZINIHITTE LGA MEMBERSHIP DRIVE GATHERS MOMENTUM AS HON ANDYSON OBANI & WARD LEADERS RECIEVES HI-CHIEF MIKE ORJI UNEGBU WITH OTHER DECAMPEES FROM LP, APGA,PDP, SDP INTO ADC PARTY.
As the African Democratic Congress party ward 11 Ezinihitte Mbaise continues building the party membership base with agressive mobilization of technocrats and leadersr of reputable intergrity.
The 9th day of January, 2026 witnessed another registration of high profile personality and international businessman, a philantropist per excellent High Chief Mike Orji Unegbu. ( OKOSISI 1 OF MBAISE).
The Leadership of ADC Oboama/Umunama ward converged at his country home which culminated in his registration as a full member of the ADC alongside his numerous supporters and loyalists. The well attended occassion was witnessed by the owerri zonal officer of the party, họn. Andyson Obani, the ward Chairman hon. Ahamba Nwadinobi, the ward secretary Prince Macaulay Chilaka Ukpo, the vice chairman hon ikechukwu Ohanedo and some LGA officers of the party from the ward.
The highpoint of the occassion was the official registration of high chief Mike Orji Unegbu in the party’s register which confers on him the full right of membership of the ADC Oboama/Umunama ward 11 Ezinihitte Mbaise.
In his remark, he promised to support the mobilization efforts of the ward excos in the drive for more membership. Recall that high chief Orji is the Convener of REVIVE EZINIHITTE AGENDA and has been one of the major financier of the rebuild Imo movement in the state, he promised to continue to support the party both at the national, state and ward levels in order to ensure that His Excl Emeka Ihedioha is re-elected as the governor of Imo state by 2027
The ward Chairman, while responding, thanked him for his decision to formally register as a member of the ADC in the ward while assuring him of the party’s continous recognition of his personality and support at all times. Subsequently, the party will from time to time beckon on him for advice and support, he further pleaded with him to always give the party a listening ear.
In his words, “Together we shall achieve our collective goal of dismantling the APC from our national and state leadership structures”.

The state officer from the ward Hon Engr Andyson Obani extended the warmest greetings from State & Owerri zonal leadership of The party led by Prof James Okoroma and Chief Bon Mere respectively.
He reaffirmed the total commitment of Adc party towards positive changes and transformations. He applauded Hi-chief Mike for the bold steps and promised to lobby other technocrats in the ward to join ADC party.

Founder Ken & Chris foundation registration into Adc.
The Numerous loyalists from APC, LP, APGA & SDP were highly elated with the warm reception from Oboama/Umunama Adc leadership.
The decampee’s spokesperson, CEO KEN& CHRS POVERTY ALLIVUATION Foundation, Mr Ugo Unegbu-Obani thanked Okosis for showing them a better pathway while pledging loyalty to ADC party.

ADC State Asst Treasurer Hon Engr Andyson Obani & Hi-Chief Mike Orji-Unegbu (OKOSISI 1 of Mbaise Land.
The meeting ended with pomp, as the Parish Priest of St Anthony’s Umunama Alaukwu-Ogbe blessed all participants, while the invitees left with joy.
ADC!! ARISE. ADC!! ARISE & SHINE. AD&C!!! EKELENKEUDO
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