VILLA INFOSTRATIC CHANNEL 02

VILLA INFOSTRATIC CHANNEL 02

2/28/2025, 7:51:30 PM

PRESIDENT BOLA AHMED TINUBU ADDRESSES MUSLIM FAITHFUL ON THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE 2025 RAMADAN FASTING I congratulate the Muslim faithful in Nigeria and worldwide as we begin the sacred month of Ramadan. We are profoundly grateful to Almighty Allah for granting us the grace to witness the commencement of this holy month, a cornerstone of the Islamic faith. May this fasting and devotion period be marked by good health, spiritual fulfillment, and divine blessings. Ramadan is a time for deep reflection, renewed devotion to Allah, and acts of compassion and generosity toward humanity. It is a season of spiritual rejuvenation, self-discipline, and empathy for the less fortunate. I urge all Muslims observing the fast to embrace the profound lessons of piety, humility, and selflessness that this holy month embodies. Let us use this period to strengthen our bonds with Allah and one another, fostering unity and peace in our communities. This year's Ramadan holds special significance as it coincides with a period of renewed hope and progress for our nation. Our administration's bold and transformative policies are beginning to yield positive results, as evidenced by the gradual stabilization of our economy. The Gross Domestic Product for the last quarter of 2024 showed a marked improvement over the same period in 2023. The once-soaring prices of essential food items are now downward, providing much-needed relief to our fasting population and all Nigerians. The exchange rate is stabilizing, and fuel prices are declining, signaling a brighter future. As the wet season approaches, we remain steadfast in boosting agricultural productivity. We are determined to enhance food production and ensure self-sufficiency and food security for all Nigerians through targeted input support, mechanization, and innovative farming initiatives. Our resolve to build a resilient and prosperous nation remains unwavering. In this sacred month, I call on all Nigerians to join hands in prayer and action for our beloved country's continued growth and development. Let us fervently seek Allah's guidance and protection for our nation, and let our words and deeds reflect our shared commitment to peace, unity, and progress. I extend my heartfelt wishes to all Muslims observing Ramadan for a month filled with joy, peace, and spiritual renewal. May the blessings of this holy month illuminate our hearts and homes, and may we emerge from it as better individuals and a stronger nation. Ramadan Kareem! Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR President, Federal Republic of Nigeria February 28, 2025 VILLA INFOSTRATIC | https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDv4bi3mFY1oxrgLl25 (FOLLOW)

VILLA INFOSTRATIC CHANNEL 02

2/28/2025, 2:26:15 PM

This morning, President Tinubu signed the N54.99trn 2025 Budget into law He signed the 2025 Appropriation Bill of ₦54.99 trillion into law in the presence of the leadership of the National Assembly and other senior government officials at the Presidential Villa VILLA INFOSTRATIC | https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDv4bi3mFY1oxrgLl25 (FOLLOW)

VILLA INFOSTRATIC CHANNEL 02

2/27/2025, 7:55:00 PM

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU TO AIRTEL CHAIRMAN: "I AM PRO-BUSINESS. NIGERIA NEEDS INVESTORS LIKE YOU TO GROW" President Bola Tinubu, Thursday in Abuja, said the telecoms sector's regulatory framework and operations would be reviewed to reflect global best practices, with a greater focus on protecting infrastructure. President Tinubu spoke at a meeting with an Airtel delegation led by Chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal at the State House. "I am grateful for your openness, readiness, and confidence, which moved us very close to the Prime Minister of India. When he was here, we discussed things at length. "The entire ecosystem will be further examined, and if there is anything we can copy from India, we are ready to do so. We are prepared to learn. We are not ashamed of copying what is working in other climes. "It is for the good of all of us, and Nigeria is so critically important that we must give attention to those revolutionary intentions that can make business work. I am pro-business, and I will continue to be that. I can give you that assurance,'' he said. The President noted that the tax reforms will create a more favourable climate for investors. "We will find a way to work with tax administrators to ensure that whatever we have to do, we will encourage growth and opportunities. We are ready to do that". The Minister of Communication, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani, thanked the President for consistently supporting the telecoms sector's growth. Tijani said the approval by the President for the protection of fibre optic and undersea cables as critical national assets would further stimulate growth in the industry, assuring that the Office of the National Security Adviser (NSA) has started implementing and enforcing the law. The Chairman of Airtel commended the President for the two-pronged economic reforms that had transformed the economy for future growth. "When you took office, you made some promises. Given the country's situation, I was unsure how deep and far you could take your commitments. "I am indeed reminded of 1991, when India was in a similar situation, and we were practically on our knees, having pledged 500,000 tons of gold to the Bank of England, and our vessel in Tokyo had been put up for sale. "During that time, the Prime Minister and his team took similar reforms to what you are taking now in Nigeria, and India has never seen better times after that. "The duties went down, the rupee was floated, and it depreciated significantly. Relicensing happened, and it was the dawn of a new world in India. We just moved forward,'' he said. Mittal said the reforms turned India into one of the largest economies in the world. "I feel that what you have done here is unprecedented in a challenging time. Only people of resolve and steel can endure this huge pressure, floating the naira, which moved from N450 to about N1900 and is now coming back to N1400 to N1500. "It has been a remarkable achievement celebrated by the entire world. This was much required, and you delivered on your promises,'' the Airtel Chairman told President Tinubu. He also commended the removal of the petrol subsidy. "The second one was the removal of subsidy, which was a very tough decision for any politician. It was unpopular and difficult, but you held your position, knowing fully that not doing it would not help the country. "You have taken a long-term position. It is my belief and hope that you have created a legacy for yourself. Your first term as President will mark a watershed in the development of your country. "This will be a turning point, and I would like to commend you for having held a firm position and taken the country forward,'' he added. Mittal said more Nigerians should be encouraged to invest in the country, particularly those with huge financial portfolios abroad. "I have been speaking to people in Nigeria, friends and business people, and they are all now feeling calm, and when they start to get back, they will move very fast. I have experienced this in India,'' he stated. Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy) February 27, 2025 VILLA INFOSTRATIC | https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDv4bi3mFY1oxrgLl25 (FOLLOW)

VILLA INFOSTRATIC CHANNEL 02

2/28/2025, 7:51:11 PM

STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU MOURNS DOYEN OF BROADCASTING, CHIEF ANIKE AGBAJE-WILLIAMS President Bola Tinubu has sent condolences to the immediate family, professional associates, and the broadcast media industry on the passing of Chief (Mrs) Anike Agbaje-Williams, the industry's doyen. Mrs. Agbaje-Williams, the first African to be on television, died on Wednesday, February 26, in Ibadan at the age of 88 years, according to her family. The veteran broadcaster, who retired from active service in 1986, was born on October 23, 1936. Chief Agbaje-Williams was a renowned broadcaster who made history by being the first face to appear on the first Television station in Africa, Western Nigerian Television (WNTV), both on the test transmission Night and on the official opening night. She was also the first voice heard on Africa's first commercial radio station, WNBS. President Bola Tinubu praised the pioneering role of Mrs. Agbaje-Williams for inspiring generations of broadcast media professionals. "Chief Anike Agbaje-Williams was a trailblazer and one of the pioneering figures of the broadcast industry in Nigeria and Africa. She made history as the first woman in Africa to grace the Television and Radio as an announcer and broadcaster. Her professional example will continue to inspire current and future generations of media practitioners. May God comfort her family members and loved ones," President Bola Tinubu said. Bayo Onanuga Special Adviser to the President (Information and Strategy) February 28, 2025 VILLA INFOSTRATIC | https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDv4bi3mFY1oxrgLl25 (FOLLOW)

VILLA INFOSTRATIC CHANNEL 02

2/28/2025, 8:36:36 PM

President Tinubu on Friday received copies of The ARISE Scorecard from Akwa Ibom State Governor, His Excellency Umo Eno during a visit by Akwa Ibom stakeholders to the State House, Abuja. VILLA INFOSTRATIC | https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaDv4bi3mFY1oxrgLl25 (FOLLOW)