Our guest on Friday's
#InsideSources
was the ASUU President. Among other things, we discussed how some of ASUU's demands are out of reach of the federal government-that FG just can't afford it. But Prof. Osodeke reminded us that TETFUND was ASUU's idea then after the 1992 ASUU
VP Osinbajo is 62 today. Happy birthday and many happy returns of the day to a god-fearing, hard-working & illustrious man of the people. So thankful to wear his badge. As his days, so shall his strength, wisdom & favour be in Jesus mighty name. Amen
VP Osinbajo is in the hospital today for a surgical procedure on account of a recurrent pain in the leg possibly sustained from an injury while playing squash. His doctors would give an update of the treatment later today.
VP Osinbajo yesterday at the office conducted his meetings via video conferencing, while observing social distancing. Today, he continues his work from the home office, as he is in self-isolation in accordance with NCDC protocols. Photo: Tolani Alli
VP Osinbajo now in Pretoria, South Africa representing Nigeria at the Presidential Inauguration of Cyril Ramaphosa, who praises countries that helped the South African nation in it's tough times. VP's arrival at the event captured below. Photos: Novo Isioro
Just like the President, VP Osinbajo has since submitted his assets declaration forms ahead of tomorrow's swearing-in ceremony. When reviewed, there were no significant changes from what was declared 4 years ago. Nigeria is blessed by a President & VP who take integrity seriously
Vice Presidents Yemi Osinbajo & Mike Pence just ended a meeting now in the White House. After their discussions, which centered around deepening relationships between Nigeria & the US, US VP Pence decided to walk his Nigerian guest to his car, describing Osinbajo as "a friend."
This is from me to you, a nugget from what is to come: We are not only defined by what we did right, or wrong...not only remembered by what we won, or lost. We are often defined by what we do next. ARISE, each day is a new beginning!
Pix: Omotolani Alli
On his way to the airport this morning, VP came across a road traffic accident, stopped to lend assistance, & ensured victim was taken to the hospital with VP's convoy ambulance. He then proceeded on his trip and is now in Ondo State heading to site of yesterday's attack in Owo.
VP Osinbajo receives Jack Ma, founder, this morning at the Presidential Villa. Praising Nigeria's place & role in the continent & globally, Jack Ma recalled his earlier meeting with VP in Davos, where he got the IV to visit Nigeria-Digital Economy in focus
VP Osinbajo to Imam Abubakar who stuck out his neck to save people from attackers who invaded his village, Yelwan in Barkin Lardi LGA of Plateau State June last year. wonderful act, Imam Abubakar: "Yours is one of the most courageous acts any man can possibly do, by offering...
Mr. President was already in Daura in Katsina State and the VP already in Lagos to vote this morning before the postponement just announced by INEC. This is truly disappointing, but the march to the Next Level continues. Nigeria will prevail
It's a very exciting day for me, VP Osinbajo says as he commissions Free Wifi in Wuse market, a fallout of his visit to Silicon Valley, US, where he got Google to promise free wifi for Nigerian markets & other public places including airports. Would be in 200 places by next year
VP Osinbajo's Chopper crash lands in Kabba, but he and the entire crew safe. He is continuing with his engagements and plans for the day in Kogi State.
When a leader is entrusted with the destiny of a nation, what
matters most in his/her circle of associates is alignment of values & shared public spirit. Otherwise, people in high offices
can be very loyal to eachother & among themselves for the
bastardization of the common good.
On his way to the airport just now, VP Osinbajo runs into a group of FCT residents protesting alleged land takeover bid by the military. He gets down, engages the people, proposing to meet with their leaders on the matter & intervene with a view to finding an amicable solution
VP Osinbajo, besides several other events today, also received exco leaders of the VGC resident Association in his office. The neighbors of the VP came to congratulate him on the success of the APC in both the national and state elections.
Barka de Sallah...with the President & VP earlier today. Nigeria is on the right course with the two gentlemen. The unity of purpose they share & the uncommon dedication they exhibit is the inspiration that keeps some of us going. Yes, our nation is on the threshold of greatness
VP Osinbajo just concluded meeting members of the ESC to start working on implementation details. It's the first meeting after Mr. President & FEC approved the N2.3Trn stimulus package. For more Plan implementation details & how you benefit: watch this space. Photo: Tolani Alli
Late last night, VP Osinbajo held a videoconferencing with 8 Governors from the geopolitical zones on how to coordinate the plans of the States with those of the FG on management of the Covid-19 Pandemic. SGF, Finance & Health Ministers also attended.Together, Nigeria 'll prevail
Yesterday, there were failed external attempts to gain unauthorized access to the Vice President’s Twitter Account. Since, we have been in contact with Twitter, securing the account, and forestalling a reoccurrence. The VP will continue to actively communicate with our citizens.
VP Osinbajo in Enugu airport enroute Ebonyi to commission a 2.8MW Solar Hybrid power plant @ Fed University Ndufu Alike Ikwo. It's the 1st of what 'll happen in all fed uni & teaching hospitals in the Next Level agenda of the Buhari administration. Ebonyi and Enugu Govs with VP
Just so we are clear, this is what Mr. President said on the
#EndSARS
. He has spoken & he means EVERY WORD. I know that efforts are ongoing on all the related issues including matters of compensation for victims. Please share video just so everybody is aware that Mr. P has spoken
VP’S wife, Mrs Dolapo Osinbajo been visiting wives & families of departed military officers everyday since Friday; made stops Sunday @ all Abuja-based residences of the officers- 3 @ Naval base & 4 @ Niger Barracks. Amateur video of her consoling widow of Flt LT. Alfred Olufade
This is to reassure all that justice will prevail in this matter. The suspect is already in custody & trial starts today. This administration will continue to work diligently on police reforms & excesses will not be condoned. It's a promise. Again, condolences to Kolade's family.
Police Team led by Commissioner of Police, Lagos State, CP Zubairu Muazu, mni, today, paid condolence visit to the family of Kolade Johnson, reassures family that justice must prevail
VP Osinbajo in Kaduna today headlining the Passing Out Parade & Commissioning of graduating Cadets, Nigeria Air Force Direct Short Service Course 28/2019. Video shows VP honoring the best performing Cadet in the class, who for the FIRST TIME is a female cadet T.M. Ademoluti
There's been a barrage of libelous claims against VP Osinbajo mostly on WhatsApp & elsewhere on Social Media by mostly faceless people. Assuredly, all such claims are false. Where we're able to identify those peddling such evil lies, there 'll be a legal & proper reckoning. Watch
FG'S mandated investigations on reported harrassment of women in Abuja & other parts of the country is commencing Nov 14-16 in Abuja under the auspices of the National Human Rights Commission. We take this matter seriously. Contact: Specialinvestigationonsgbv
@gmail
.com
#AbujaRaid
VP Osinbajo now presiding over the monthly National Economic Council, NEC, meeting with State Govs, CBN Gov & some members of the FEC. NEC is the constitutional body that advises the President on the coordination of economic affairs of the Nigerian Federation
Merry Christmas everyone.
So VP presented a gift to Mr. President. Who can guess what the gift's about eliciting the kind of response captured by Tolani Alli's lens in the photo below? The first winner gets a date to meet the VP next month DV. (Presidency staff excluded)
BREAKING:NEC TO GOVS:TAKE CHARGE OF POLICE TACTICAL UNITS
*JUDICIAL PANELS OF INQUIRY FORMED TO INVESTIGATE POLICE BRUTALITY IN ALL STATES & FCT *COUNCIL ALSO DIRECTS SPECIAL FUND IN ALL STATES TO COMPENSATE VICTIMS OF BRUTALITY
*States, FCT to form Security & Human Rights C'ttee
VP Osinbajo, chaired a meeting of the Economic Sustainability Committee today reviewing the draft Economic Sustainability Plan ahead of submission to Mr. President for his consideration. The VP has also been intimating the President with the work and progress of the Committee.
What we'll all realize soon: SARS is over! Just to be clear, here is where President & VP stand: 1. IGP must ensure police is accountable to the people & there must be justice in all violation instances. 2. Nigerians have a right to peaceful protest. 3.Presidency asked for calm
VP Osinbajo continued his intervention on the Abuja land dispute between the Gbaygi people & the military today in his office, after his encounter last week when he ran into protesters on his way to the airport. He will also be meeting later with the military authorities.
As he promised to return after election to visit 106-year old Baba Gazazhin Alagazhin, VP Osinbajo is now in Kubwa for the latest Family Chat. Baba Alagazhin reminded the VP: "Remember, I did say you and the President will win! VP expressed thanks & asked Baba about his welfare
VP Osinbajo visits Daddy G.O, Pastor Adeboye & Mummy G.O this morning commiserating on the sad loss of our beloved Pastor Dare. He was accompanied by Gov. Abiodun & Minister Keyamo. May Pst Dare's memory be blessed & the LORD grants fortitude to Daddy G.O, Mummy, the family & all
This is welcoming Nigerians to the Next Level. Our God who sent us here has done it again! Congratulations compatriots! And this victory is for ALL NIGERIANS
#NextLevelIsHere
VP Osinbajo hosts former British PM Tony Blair today in his office at the presidential villa, as the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change & the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation will be supporting the Delivery Unit in the presidency regarding some critical sectors of the economy
VP Osinbajo is leaving Abuja today for London to represent Nigeria at the State Funeral for the late Queen Elizabeth II. He will join King Charles, the Royal Family and other world leaders at a number of events and receptions including a bilateral meeting.
Ignore reports VP Osinbajo alongside Minister Amaechi held meeting with former President Obasanjo in Ota. Yesterday, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Abuja, on his way to Lagos, VP ran into the former President who had just landed. They exchanged pleasantries. Period
The FG has already conveyed to FIFA its firm position recognizing Amaju Pinnick-led NFF as the current & only NFF Exco. Govt will also continue to work with all relevant stakeholders involved to resolve dispute in a timely manner. FG is upholding NFF treaty obligations to FIFA
Bob Dee is 60 today! Happy birthday to the journalist who transformed the weekend newspaper in Nigeria. Here is a clip from VP Osinbajo's video tribute to Chief Dele Momodu celebrating this day with him, his family & friends. *Full version of tribute on IG
Today is exactly one year after the Kogi Miracle! Just reminds me, God sent us here! The VP & the team on board once again give all praises and glory to the good LORD! Thanks to all well-wishers. "For this God, is our God for ever & ever: He will be our guide even unto the end."
VP Osinbajo met today with the President's Power Sector Reform Working Group which he leads, including Kaduna Gov, Power & Finance Ministers, CBN Gov & Special Adviser on Infrastructure and others. The President's objective: significantly improve output in sector for our people.
VP Osinbajo receives Lagos Gov-elect Sanwo-Olu & his deputy, Hamzat in his office at the Statehouse this afternoon. Next Level from Lagos to Abuja, Next Level all the way!
#wearegoinghigher
VP Osinbajo (& aides) before weekend, continues to work under NCDC precautionary measures.
Today, we just finished worship through the Aso Villa Chapel online live streaming service as worshippers join from their homes. As the LORD lives, we shall beat Covid19. Photo: Tolani Alli
VP Osinbajo, with Gov Obiano, gets on the boat to reach out to people and see the situation close-up in Otuocha, Anambra State after flying over vast areas submerged by the floods
VP Osinbajo arrives in Berlin and is now holding a townhall meeting with the Nigerian community in Germany. About 30 questions tabled already as VP begins to interact with the people
One thing birthdays do is reminding us about the preservation of life. God in His unrivalled Majesty, boundless Grace & unrelenting Mercy keeps this boss of mine alive even while passing through the shadows of death! May His name be praised for VP
#OsinbajoAt63
. "Igba odun..."
Today VP Osinbajo visited a farm in Gaa'te, Nasarawa State started by an ex Niger Delta militant. Formed as an Agric Cooperative, the farm started 2 years ago with just N1.5M & now worth about a billion Naira with over 300 community people employed. It's a true Nigerian story.
Sincere apologies that VP Osinbajo cant make 'Rubbing Minds' this afternoon on Channels TV. Being a live programme, the exigencies of campaign timing make it impossible for VP to appear on show as scheduled today. We're working with producers to reschedule his participation ASAP
VP Osinbajo worships at the RCCG City of Grace parish, Lokoja, testifying to the goodness of the Lord for yesterday's deliverance & then proceeds to Idah continuing the Next Level engagements. First port of call is Ata Igala's palace.
We got a call: Asiwaju Tinubu who was visiting President at his Presidential Villa residence this evening will be making an unscheduled stop at VP's residence also. Lagos Gov accompanied him & VP received the surprise with some of his associates who he was meeting with earlier...
Ahead of tomorrow's national elections, VP Osinbajo arrives Ikenne this afternoon, holding series of meetings with APC and community leaders at his residence. He will be voting tomorrow at Polling Unit 14, Egunrege in Ikenne LGA. Photos: Tolani Alli
Back in Kano since after the polls: VP Osinbajo, SAN, attends Fatiha of former minority leader of the House of Representatives, Hon. Farouk Adamu's daughter earlier Saturday. Kano people: always cheerful, exciting & welcoming. We love you back!
As President Buhari said "Annan’s humility, nobility & love for humanity set him apart for global greatness, achieving recognition & commendation for the reform of the United Nations'.. multiple interventions to bring peace to the world." VP Osinbajo with Annan in Davos, January
VP Osinbajo in Kaduna State to commiserate with family of Precious Owolabi, the youth corper killed last week during the Shiites protests in Abuja. He is accompanied by Gov Rufai, who just received him at Kaduna airforce base
VP Osinbajo at the second Family Visit in Nasarawa, meets Marketmoni N50,000 loan beneficiary, Mrs Esther Bernard Ugweze, who was particularly ecstatic to receive the VP & Nasarawa State Gov
VP Osinbajo continues Next Level engagements with a meeting today in Ikeja, Lagos State with the Hausa community. He is holding similar Next Level engagement also today in Yola as we speak
VP Osinbajo saddened by news of the death this afternoon, in Abuja, of Alh. Isa Baba Buji, 61, one of our APC delegates from Buji Local Government, Jigawa State. He extends heartfelt condolence to his family, associates, govt & people of the State & prays his soul rests in peace
VP Osinbajo @ the 59th Independence Day church Service today: "May I announce to you today that God is ready to take us into the Promised Land, the new Nigeria...a peaceful Nigeria, a prosperous Nigeria, a Nigeria where justice and equity shall prevail, a united Nigeria, where...
VP Osinbajo with Gov Fayemi, eating lunch with pupils of St. Michael's African Primary School, Ado-Ekiti, as he launched the Homegrown School Feeding Programme in the State, the 31st State in the Federation ( Not 30th like earlier posted)
VP Osinbajo & Microsoft's President just announced a digital plan that will upskill 5m Nigerians, ensure internet connectivity infrastructure including cloud services in the 6 geopolitical zones, & the project, by itself, creates 27,000 jobs right away, ahead of multiplier effect
VP Osinbajo arrives Ilorin to boisterous shouts of "O to ge" on the streets. He is accompanied by APC Guber AbdulRazak, Information Minister Lai Mohammed & other party Chieftains.
VP Osinbajo yesterday dons sandals by young Nigerian shoemaker OJBest who had tweeted at him previously about his skills. After taking VP'S measurements, Omale Ojima -OJ- came to the Villa last Monday to present the sandals. It's all about promoting MSMES & inspiring young people
If you have come around wild speculations about VP's wellness & whereabout in the Social Media, IGNORE the fake news. It's very easy to follow him on social media as we report his daily activities including meetings with Mr. President, ministers & many others.
#OsinbajoIsActive
Let me clarify 2 issues: 1. VP Osinbajo's convoy was NOT attacked yesterday in Ilorin. The reported gunshots were after VP left the venue. 2. Due ONLY to time constraints yesterday, VP couldn't go to Abia from Kwara as earlier billed. He'll surely make the Abia State trip sooner.
Presidency announces take off of Trader Moni: a scheme that offers N10,000 collateral free loans to petty traders in the first instance & much more after repayment. We plan to reach 2 million such beneficiaries across the country between now and end of the year.
VP Osinbajo visiting some States today to assess TraderMoni progress & inspect work on Second Niger Bridge. First stop is Enugu airport enroute Anambra. Trust Gov. Ugwuanyi & Enugu people with a warm welcome EVERY TIME!
VP Osinbajo continues his work this week, especially wrapping up the Economic Sustainability Committee assignment. By the way, below is what his work schedule looked like in the last several weeks-from April 1 till last week Friday. He attended online church service yesterday.
VP Osinbajo, from Abuja to Lagos, & a train ride from Iju, Lagos, is now in Kajola, Ogun headlining the groundbreaking of Kajola Wagon Assembly, as Buhari adm pushes on the Lagos-Kano Rail project, which has now reached Ibadan. The Assembly will service Ngr's new railway system
VP Osinbajo today met promoters of a COVID-19 vaccine candidate pushing for how Nigeria will be prioritized in Africa once a good vaccine is ready. He told representatives of Pfizer & Biotech that what is critical in the vaccine devp. is the health & safety of Nigeria citizens.
VP Osinbajo now in Monrovia to attend the international SHEROES Forum, pays courtesy call on the Liberian President George Weah, who tells the VP: "you kept your country together in peace while President Buhari was away. That is a good model for other vice presidents to follow."
VP Osinbajo in Warri market with beneficiaries of the N10,000 collateral free Trader Moni loans. It is excitement all the way. This is one of the many ways the Buhari administration is touching lives far above the rhetorics & other political contrivances.
VP Osinbajo has been busy today holding videoconference-based meetings with IMF & World Bank representatives on how the agencies can collaborate with President Buhari's forthcoming additional economic stimulus packages. Video shows just concluded meeting with World Bank Ngr reps
VP Osinbajo, with Transportation Minister Amaechi getting on the train from Iju to Kajola, & acknowledging cheers. The Buhari administration is keen on driving the new railway system for Nigeria's development. We will not relent
VP preached today for the Aso Villa Online Resurrection Sunday service & title of the message: Criminals on the Cross. Summary: Jesus has paid the price for the sins of the entire world and even a condemned criminal made it with Jesus to Paradise. Inspiring message of redemption
Trader Moni, the interest/collateral free N10,000 loans for petty traders is on course. Ignore reports to the contrary. In fact since after the elections, about 30,000 new loans have been given across ten states. Also since traders have started repaying, N15,000 disbursements...
Inundated by wide circulation of Fake News about VP's purported involvement in some EFCC recovery billions, pls rest assured they're all LIES: calculated to confuse and concocted to smear Prof. Osinbajo's image. The VP has'nt & will never be involved in any such shady activities
VP calls for robust regulation of cryptocurrency, not prohibition. He also calls for scaling up of govt/private sector interventions because "the task of national devp. requires that we fire on all cylinders, afterall at one stage China was building 1.9m housing units per year."
VP Osinbajo stopped by at the Trader Moni Call Center @ BOI this morning to see the back-end operations of the collateral free N10,000 loans to 2m petty traders across the country. He took at least 2 calls himself from Peter Kefas, clothing vendor in Mandate market, Ilorin & ...
Mr. P & VP shared glances yesterday at FEC. Today VP is leading members of the ESC to submit to President, the Sustainability Plan, detailing policy options & programmes designed to proactively stimulate the Nigerian economy, retain & create jobs, turning COVID-19 to opportunity
The VP heads out to Owo, (Ondo State this morning) where worshippers were heinously attacked yesterday resulting in many casualties. He will deliver president's condolences and message in person.
AgP Osinbajo in Lagos to commission the biggest FPSO- oil exploration & storage vessel in Africa, built by LADOL, using largely Nigerian fabrication & skills. The Buhari administration removed the monopoly that enabled the FPSO here.
VP Osinbajo returns to Abuja much earlier today from a one-day trip to Abu Dhabi where he key-noted the Peace Forum organized by the UAE govt & was treated to a reception by both the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and the Ruler of Dubai who is also UAE's VP/PM & Defence Minister
VP Osinbajo just finished presiding over a meeting of National Single Window Trading Platform Committee, with some ministers-including Finance; Industry; & MDAs heads: Customs & NPA to review plan to have a Single Window platform for all importing & exporting processes in Nigeria
VP Osinbajo just finished a meeting where members of the ESC interacted extensively with State Govs on forthcoming Economic Sustainability Plan. VP says to Govs at the end of meeting: "it's been a very robust engagement." Recall that at NEC meeting last Thursday...(📸
@tolanialli