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Tinubu: We’ve Upgraded 8,800 Health Centres, Spent N45.9bn; Over 100,000 Nigerians Benefit from Credit Scheme
President Bola Tinubu announced that his administration has spent N45.9 billion to upgrade 8,800 primary healthcare centres, improving maternal care and diagnostics in underserved communities, though specific locations weren’t mentioned.

Speaking at the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings in Abuja, Tinubu also revealed that over 100,000 Nigerians have so far benefited from the national consumer credit scheme, with 400,000 more set to join in the next phase to boost small businesses and financial inclusion.

He highlighted achievements in infrastructure, including completion of 279 roads, construction of major highways like the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Highway and Abuja–Kaduna–Kano Road, and expansion of rural roads.

Nigeria has reportedly received over $52 billion from Afreximbank, supporting projects in energy, health, manufacturing, and creative industries, such as the Dangote Refinery and the Africa Medical Centre of Excellence.

Tinubu confirmed Nigeria’s approval of the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) and announced the launch of the Africa Energy Bank in Abuja with $5 billion capital to support clean energy transition.

He praised Afreximbank President Prof. Benedict Oramah for growing the bank’s assets from $5 billion to $37 billion, and commended the institution’s role in Africa’s pandemic response, trade integration, and SME development.
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Fubara, Wike, Amaewhule Reunite Publicly After Tinubu-Brokered Peace Talks

Rivers State’s suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara, FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, and suspended State Assembly Speaker Martin Amaewhule made a rare joint public appearance at a funeral in Rumueprikom, just two days after President Bola Tinubu hosted peace talks in Abuja aimed at resolving their nearly two-year-long political rift.

The gathering, which took place in Wike’s hometown, comes after months of tension that previously led to a state of emergency declaration in the state. Though no political statements were made, the event signals possible progress toward reconciliation.

Prominent political figures, including Senators Allwell Onyesoh, George Sekibo, and Olaka Nwogu, were also in attendance, alongside other top leaders from the PDP and APC.

Their shared presence has reignited hopes that the prolonged political crisis may finally be drawing to a close.
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TINUBU SET TO REINSTATE FUBARA, BARS HIM FROM SEEKING RE-ELECTION.

President Bola Tinubu has agreed to reinstate Siminalayi Fubara as Governor of Rivers State, but under the condition that Fubara must not seek re-election in 2027.

The decision followed a closed-door meeting held on Thursday night at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

In attendance were FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, Governor Fubara, suspended Speaker of the Rivers State House of Assembly Martins Amaewhule, and several lawmakers.

It is understood that the agreement is part of a broader peace deal aimed at restoring political stability and democratic order in Rivers State.

Under the terms of the truce, Fubara will serve out his current four-year term but is barred from contesting for a second term.

“The arrangement is clear: no second term, no local government control, and peace will return,” a presidency source familiar with the negotiations said.

The deal also grants Wike political leverage. According to sources, the FCT Minister will nominate all local government chairpersons across the 23 Local Government Areas of Rivers State. This move is expected to restore grassroots control to Wike’s camp.

“The president made it clear that Rivers cannot afford a prolonged crisis. The deal is about restoring calm, but it comes at a steep cost for Fubara,” another source explained.

In addition, Fubara has agreed to pay all outstanding allowances and entitlements owed to the 27 lawmakers loyal to Wike, who were earlier suspended by the state assembly. In exchange, the lawmakers will refrain from pursuing any impeachment proceedings against him.

“Wike is the real winner here. By controlling the local government chairmen, he retains significant influence over the state’s political machinery, which will be crucial for 2027,” a source added.