Sentences with phrase «nigerian leaders»

Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, has said two former Nigerian leaders, Olusegun Obasanjo and Ibrahim Babangida, are opposing the reelection bid of President Muhammadu Buhari because of the current administration's resolve to tackle corruption.

Wike explained that Nigerian leaders would sit up and work for the development of the country if credible elections were conducted and added that INEC and the police were helping political leaders to rig elections.

These cold blooded killers that parade themselves as Nigerian leaders must be tried for crimes against humanity at the Hague.

Chairman, Senate Committee on Federal Character and Inter-Governmental Affairs, Senator Tijjani Yahaya Kaura, has observed that it is time for Nigerian leaders, especially the lawmakers to reboot the country.

The sunday's declaration of the former Nigerian leaders, Chief olusegun Obasanjo and Ibrahim Babangida on insecurity has been visited with both commendations and criticisms.

One thing I hate in Nigerian leaders is that they go to Dubai, they go to the UK, America and China, and instead of copying what they see there, they don't.

Chairman, Senate Committee on Federal Character and Inter-Governmental Affairs, Senator Tijjani Yahaya Kaura, has observed that it is time for Nigerian leaders, especially the lawmakers to...

Bakare stated that the wedding, which came two days after Boko Haram killed some UN aid workers in Rann shows the insensitivity of Nigerian leaders.

«These cold - blooded killers that parade themselves as Nigerian leaders must be tried for crimes against humanity at The Hague.

Also, the National Publicity secretary of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, Reverend Musa Asake described Graham as a faithful preacher, urging Nigerian leaders to emulate him.

Apostle Alexander Bamgbola, Chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Lagos, says Nigerian leaders should prepare to explain to God how they used their positions and...

The Chief of Defence Staff, CDS, Air Chief Marshal Alex Badeh, has called on Nigerian leaders and Politicians to develop programmes and policies that would better...

The Chief of Defence Staff, CDS, Air Chief Marshal Alex Badeh, has called on Nigerian leaders and Politicians to develop programmes and policies that would better the lot of their people, adding that it was either they build people or the same people they neglected to amass wealth would turn against them.

They advised Nigerian leaders to prevail on Buhari to take Obasanjo's advice and drop the idea of running for a second tenure.

«Certain Nigerian leaders, having been blindfolded by corruption, assume the possibility of using money in manipulating the national security agencies to intimidate, suppress and hold down certain ethnic nationalities or playing one ethnic nationality against the other with a view to undermining the constitution and perversely upturning the rule of law.

A president in need of rest (assuming it is the rest Nigerian leaders need) can as well consider any of Nigeria's serene corners to enjoy his quiet holiday.

The former President affirmed that while Nigerian leaders demanded sacrifice from the citizens, they lived in opulence.

'' I thank God for journey mercies, I prayed for Nigeria and Nigerian leaders and we should not relent in prayers and good deeds,» she said.

A lot of them haven't been to school and they are claiming, you know, that Nigeria has been an oil - producing country and therefore they should sit down and do nothing, and get housing, healthcare, education free...» In response to Buhari's unfortunate remarks, twitter hashtags #LazyNigerianYouths and #LazyNigerianPresident emerged with young Nigerians rejecting the notion they are lazy, and affirming they were working hard against significant odds erected by Buhari and his generation of failed Nigerian leaders!

«There are several other claims and allegations brought to our attention but this aspect is critical because of the need to promote integrity in the administration of the NYSC scheme which is like a Leadership training platform for future Nigerian leaders».

Nigerian leaders, past and present, are a replica of the colonial masters who impoverished Africans during the days of colonialism.

Former president, Goodluck Jonathan has denied claims that he was among the past Nigerian leaders who wasted over N11trn on electricity.

Nigerian leaders must be tough and ready to bite the bullet, because Nigeria can not have it easy.

The early Nigerian leaders were very strategic in thinking.

Certainly well crafted, with telling good intentions aimed at promoting openness and probity in our political space, The remark, in the Nigeria history has presented Professor Osinbajo as a desirable member of the league of very few Nigerian leaders who conceded that something may actually not be completely right with their administrations.

Saudi money may keep the country from becoming one of the world's chronic debtors, but in exchange the Saudis encourage Nigerian leaders to favor the causes of the country's Islamic population, and they take all available opportunities to build mosques.

The Nigerian leader is billed to have a a lunch meeting with President Donald Trump of the United States of America, along with other world leaders.

The duo have also expressed their displeasure about assertions attributed to Mr. Rawlings about their alleged commentary of his receipt of the money from the late Nigerian leader.

Hundreds of Hausa have started arriving Washington D.C. to stage a counter protest in support of President Muhammadu Buhari during a meeting with President Donald Trump, at the same time Igbo activists would be rallying against the 75 - year old Nigerian leader.

In tackling bribery and corruption, the Nigerian leader said the crucial place of strong institutions can not be over-emphasised.

The Nigerian leader will attend the official luncheon to be hosted by the government of Cote d'Ivoire in honour of visiting Heads of State and Government and other delegations.

He added that the Nigerian leader will hold a lunch meeting with President Donald Trump of the United States of America, along with other world leaders.

The Nigerian leader, who said he was inspired to champion the campaign against corruption by the commitment, encouragement and support of his colleagues, said:

The former Nigerian leader who lost in last year's election in his country also hailed President John Mahama's acceptance of the results, saying he displayed maturity and patriotism.

Stressing that «We greatly value your humanity and concern for refugees,» the Nigerian leader, on behalf of the Government and people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, wished his German counterpart and her new Cabinet, «a successful new term of office.»

Perhaps the Nigerian leader misses those days when he walked around bare - footed, as he was some days ago sighted without footwear.

Others that spoke about the President are Governors of Kaduna, Nasir El - Rufai, Ibikunle Amosun of Ogun State and some of his (Buhari's) Special Assistants as they offer rare insights into the perceived taciturn Nigerian leader.

«The appeal by the Nigerian leader came in the wake of reported «military takeover» as a result of rising political tension in the southern African country sequel to President Robert Mugabe's recent removal of former Vice-President, Emmerson Mnangagwa.

Mr President is in no doubt an internationally respected Nigerian leader with a heart of gold who has worked tirelessly to ensure a better society with his unwavering message of justice, compassion, peace and human dignity which has made him an inspiration to people around the world.»

Buhari, according to a statement by his spokesman Mr Femi Adesina on Sunday joined members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Jonathan's professional colleagues, associates andfamily in celebrating «the unique history of the Nigerian leader, who within a short period rose from being a Deputy Governor, Governor, Vice President to becoming Nigeria's President for six years.»

The statement said the Nigerian leader would be hosted to a dinner at Intercontinental Hotel, Geneva, on the same day.

Barrack Obama, the then American President said the Nigerian leader came to his job with a «reputation of integrity.»

And who rose in defence of the Nigerian leader?

While stating that Jonathan made history by conceding defeat after the March 28 election, he further noted that the former president did what no Nigerian leader had ever done since in the history of the country.

The statement read in part, «Before heading for the Summit venue, the Nigerian leader will attend a lunch hosted by President Emmanuel Macron of France for Heads of State and Governments at the Elysee Palace.

Indeed, with the possible exception of Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, Nigeria's first and last ceremonial president, perhaps no Nigerian leader, living or dead, boasts the IBB charm!

The statement read in part, «The Nigerian leader will attend the official luncheon to be hosted by the government of Cote d'Ivoire in honour of visiting Heads of State and Government and other delegations.

These are mere crocodile tears when we realise that no other Nigerian leader had the opportunities that Obasanjo had to make this country great but he bungled them all.

Mr. Lartey petitioned the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) and the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) to investigate the former president over some $ 2 million he received from the late Nigerian leader, General Sani Abacha.

The Nigerian leader would also hold a bilateral meeting with the UN scribe as well as a lunch meeting with President Donald Trump of the United States of America, along with other world leaders.