₦airaland Forum

Phantom233:
Most african leaders are naturally mediocre that's why they celebrate clueless leaders. Their performance are based on roads n bridges built

Bantu10:
swine of a presidiot

The dullard is very useless to Nigerians, they should kukuma keep him there

YoungBruzzy:
That’s so low of you, slowpoke.
You read an article and the first thing that comes to your mind is to throw jibes at some people, whereas the article is not even related to them in the first place. Sigh! I wonder why some youths of this country are hell bent on going down with a rotten goods. Well, everyone is entitled to his/her own opinion and decision, but please stop showing how pathetic your life is out here, it’s sickening, smh.

Thermodynamics:
Do you realize that Buhari has destroyed this Country?
Everything is ×5 expensive than what it used to be, why are you covering up evil even when you know the truth? Do you think God is happy with what you're doing right now?

Naira which was 200 before is now 600
Food, petrol, transportation, everything is extremely expensive. Why are you defending evil? You are just a wicked person and Allah hate people like you.

g4gerald:
Nnamdi Azikiwe even at death is still greater than Buhari. What exactly has Buhari done for Nigeria and Africa that is unique

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Peter Obituary and his supporters will not sleep tonight. let them see Buhari's good leadership qualities. Peter Obituary the GCE certificate f00L is dead on arrive APC WILL rule Nigeria till the second coming of Christ AMEN

IN NIAMEY, AFRICAN LEADERS SHARE TESTIMONIES ON PRESIDENT BUHARI'S STERLING LEADERSHIP QUALITIES

· GUINEA BISSAU PRESIDENT: WITHOUT BUHARI, I WOULDN’T HAVE BECOME PRESIDENT

· OIL MOGUL, INDIMI, DONATES 1000 COPIES OF BUHARI’S BIOGRAPHY TO AU SUMMIT DELEGATES

African leaders, who attended the launch of the French version of the book entitled ‘‘Muhammadu Buhari: the Challenges of Leadership in Nigeria’’, in Niamey on Thursday, have shared glowing testimonies on the leadership qualities of the Nigerian leader.

President Mohamed Bazoum of Niger Republic, President Umaro Sissoco Embaló of Guinea Bissau, General Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, Head of the Transition Military Council and President of Chad, and former President of Niger Republic, Mahamadou Issoufou gave speeches at the launch of the French version of President Buhari's biography authored by John Paden, a Professor of International Studies at George Mason University, northern Virginia, United States.

The event took place at the margins of the African Union Summit on Industrialization and Economic Diversification, as well as the Extraordinary Session on African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), running from November 20 to 25, 2022 in the capital city of Niger Republic.

Shortly after his arrival in Niamey, President Buhari had earlier inaugurated a 3.8km and 160m wide Boulevard named after him by the Government of the Republic of Niger.

Speaking at the book launch, the President of Niger described the Nigerian leader as ‘‘an austere man, uncompromising, humble man, an ardent patriot and a committed democrat.’’

‘‘Professor John Paden, you were well inspired to have chosen to write about the life and work of an exceptional man. I commend your work for being comprehensive, objective, and for shedding new light on the personality of the patriot, the courageous military man, and the conscientious politician that is President Muhammadu Buhari.

‘‘Nigeria is Niger's main trading partner. It is therefore normal for any Nigerien politician to follow the evolution of political life in Nigeria. That is why I have closely followed Muhammadu Buhari's political struggles, especially his participation in the presidential elections from 2003, 2007, 2011 and 2015.

Bazoum disclosed that the fight against Boko Haram being waged together with Nigeria and other neighbouring countries in the Lake Chad Basin has allowed him to discover the strategist and statesman in Buhari, who is ‘‘determined to ensure peace for his country and the sub-region.’’

‘‘His fight against corruption and for good governance has earned him the esteem of all. It is a pleasure to work with a man of conviction like him.

‘‘I am sure that those who read the book will not fail to draw useful lessons for their political or professional careers. They will not fail to learn life lessons at all. This book will certainly educate the younger generation,’’ he said.

Embalo, who is also the current chairman of ECOWAS, told guests at the event that his father was equally called Muhammadu and was born the same year as Muhammadu Buhari.

‘‘I just want to emphasize that there is a reciprocating affection for this man. Today l am the President of the Republic of Guinea Bissau, firstly it is God and secondly it is this man, Baba. Thank you very much,’’ the Guinea Bissau leader said.

He added that the book is a portrait of a great African leader, saying:

‘‘I pay homage to President Buhari for his patriotism and commitment in maintaining peace in our sub-region.

‘‘We have an Avenue in Guinea Bissau bearing Buhari’s name since a year ago. Baba, as I fondly call him, is a mentor, always available to offer solutions. Baba is a tireless artisan in the maintenance of peace and solidarity in the sub-region.’’

On his part, the President of Chad described President Buhari as a very experienced man with a great dream for Nigeria and a clear vision for Africa.

‘‘President Buhari brings a heritage and a source of knowledge for us all. Thank you for this inestimable gift, Mr President.

‘‘President Buhari is undoubtedly an icon whose role and action makes the African voice to be heard in the world. He has always contributed to development in Africa by protecting and defending Africa and Africans. You are undoubtedly a model. You taught us perseverance in politics.

‘‘As a major actor in fight against terrorists and trans-border insecurity especially in the Lake Tchad region where Boko haram is, I want to use this opportunity to appreciate the relations between my country Tchad and Nigeria and to President Buhari for his availability especially in difficult times,’’ he said.

Issoufou, the immediate past President of Niger, praised the incumbent for launching the French version of the book, whose idea was conceived during his tenure as President.

He recounted that he graced the launch of the English version of the book in 2016 in Abuja, commending the author for documenting the life ‘‘of an exceptional man.’’

‘‘As a military head of state, his primary preoccupation was fighting corruption, and even now as a democratic president, he is a leader who knows the close links between security, democracy and development.

‘‘His fight against Boko Haram, organised crimes and corruption are notable. Part of his priorities include education and health development, climate change, democratic transition.

‘‘I agree with John Paden to state that Buhari is known for patience, honour, faithfulness and sense of duty. These helped him rule Nigeria differently from a military leader.

‘‘He is Mr Dignity and Mr Truth as he’s called and a sincere friend of Niger,’’ the former President said.

One of the book reviewers, Prof Abdallah Adamu, former Vice Chancellor, National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) said President Buhari has rightly earned the name ‘‘Mai gaskiya’’, which is translated to mean, “someone who keeps his words”.

He added that the author, John Paden, has fairly provided a biography of the current Nigerian President where he exposed the qualities of President Buhari that may not be known to many.

‘‘The author is very much qualified to give an account of President Buhari, having been involved in Nigerian politics in the 1970s and 80s,’’ he said.

Hadi Sirika, the Minister of Aviation, recounted the role played by the President’s nephew, Mamman Daura, in the publication of the book, describing him as the initiator and driving force.

‘‘It is a book on the personality, character, content of President Buhari, what he stood for and what he still stands for,’’ Sirika said.

Sirika and three other Nigerians, Mohammed Indimi, Chairman of Oriental Energy Resources (OER), Sayyu Dantata, Chief Executive Officer, MRS Holdings Limited and Farouk Adamu Aliyu, a chieftain of the All Progressives received awards from the President of Niger for their roles in fostering excellent bilateral relations between Nigeria and Niger.

Oil mogul Indimi donated 1000 free copies of the book to AU Summit delegates in Niamey.

The President of the Niger National Assembly, Seini Oumarou, Prime Minister, Ouhoumoudou Mahamadou, the High Representative of the President of the Republic of Niger, Foumakoye Gado and the Presidents of the Institutions of the Republic were also present at this ceremony.

Garba Shehu
Senior Special Assistant to the President
(Media & Publicity)
November 25, 2022

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Présidence De La République Du Niger

OgatheTop:
It's not in doubt that despicable worms like you who have access to privileged govt data usually disappear when the access ceases.

Enjoy your office till May 29th next year when Obi will take over.

Please bookmark this comment.

I know you'll certainly abandon this moniker and create another soon after but I assure you that God will judge you and your generation.


Silly goat.

Thermodynamics:
You be mumu, that's the final explanation.

blueAgent:
Anyone that does not want APC is an obi supporter?

That shows you APC supporters are naive and ignorant.

I support Obi and any other party that can resuce Nigeria from the hands of the most useless,incompetent and corrupt party that has ever existed.

Thermodynamics:
Why will they have sleepless night?

Is going to Niger Republic for AU summit an achievement?

For you to see this as an achievement it means two things are involved, it's either you are mentally unstable, or you are just a stupid person with a low IQ.

Johel:
That is where Buhari is stealing from,all in the name of providing support to Niger...if you know you know.

ogaemma:
The man who pushed 133 million Nigerians into poverty and 22 million Nigeria children out of school.
History will not be kind to your memory.

Professor822714:
Another useless trip for nonsense

stineb1:
This is a visit to his ancestral home! I am not surprised they named a boulevard after him. After all, he used them during elections and had Judas Amechi build a rail line to their shores.

Trendingbiz042:
As far as i am concerned, Buhari is useless to humanity. AU is useless to themselves. Nothing good comes out of such organization. France is controlling more 10 African nations financial system and other European countries controlling African nations. Nigeria has a big role to play in stabilizing Africa when she wakes up.

Pitoto Obituary and his supporters will not sleep tonight

The commissioning of Muhammadu Buhari Boulevard. Shame on wailers

APC WILL rule Nigeria till the second coming of Christ AMEN amen

President Muhammadu Buhari arrives Niamey, Niger Republic ahead of African Union Summit on Industrialization and Economic Diversification, Commissions Muhammadu Buhari Boulevard and Launches the French Version of the Buhari Book on 24th Nov 2022

President Buhari with the President of Niger Republic H.E. Mohammed Bazoum, during the Commissioning of the Muhammadu Buhari Boulevard in Niamey, Niger Republic on 24th Nov 2022

President Buhari with the President of Niger Republic, H.E. Mohammed Bazoum alongside Chairman Oriental Energy Mohammed Indimi and Minister of Defence Bashir Magashi (Rtd) during the Commissioning of the Muhammadu Buhari Boulevard in Niamey, Niger Republic on 24th Nov 2022

L-R APC Chieftain Farouk Adamu Aliyu, Minister of Aviation Hadi Sirika, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of the Republic of Niger Mr. Hassoumi MASSOUDOU, Chairman of Oriental Energy Resources Mohammed Indimi, Chief Executive Officer MRS Holdings Limited Sayyu Dantata shortly after being decorated with Nigerien National awards for their roles in fostering excellent bilateral relations between Nigeria and Niger.

President Buhari with the President of Niger Republic H.E. Mohammed Bazoum, President of Guinea Bissau H.E. Umaro Sissoco Embalo while congratulating the recipients of the Nigerien National Honours in Niamey, Niger Republic on 24th Nov 2022

President Buhari with the President of Niger Republic H.E. Mohammed Bazoum, President of Guinea Bissau H.E. Umaro Sissoco Embalo and President of the Chadian Transition Government and Head of State H.E. General Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno in Niamey, Niger Republic on 24th Nov 2022

blueAgent:
I did not insult your father neither is Buhari your father.

My father is barely 1year since he died and fool like you is insulting him.

God would punish you and your useless family and generation.

Your life would face the same fate Nigeria had under Buhari.

You would never see half of the age of my late daddy.

Is a promise .

Thunder fire your useless life and generation.

That why I say their is no hope for Nigeria, when we have idiots like you supporting useless and failed governments like this.

kokoA:
Dis man never go?

Ckonnet:
I will only blame the drunkard that fathered you!!

blueAgent:
The most Useless man and president.

Honjoshy4u:
Sule is cut out of reality.
Even Adamu de find way to rig but e don choke.
Atiku is coming like a speed of light

WHY I APPROVED REDESIGN OF NAIRA NOTES, BY PRESIDENT BUHARI AT LAUNCH OF ₦‎200, ₦‎500, ₦‎1000 BANKNOTES

President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday in Abuja launched the new Naira banknotes, expressing delight that the redesigned currencies are locally produced by the Nigerian Security Printing and Minting (NSPM) PLC.

Speaking at the launch of the new banknotes, which preceded the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, the President explained in detail the basis for his approval to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to redesign the ₦‎200, ₦‎500 and ₦‎1000 banknotes.

According to the President, ‘‘the new Naira banknotes have been fortified with security features that make them difficult to counterfeit.’’

He also added that the new banknotes would help the Central Bank design and implement better monetary policy objectives as well as enrich the collective memory of Nigeria’s heritage.

President Buhari commended the CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele and his Deputies for the initiative, while also thanking the Managing Director, Executive Directors and Staff of the Nigerian Security Printing and Minting PLC "for working tirelessly with the apex bank to make the currency redesign a reality, and for printing the new Naira notes within a comparatively short time."

Acknowledging that international best practice requires central banks and national authorities to issue new or redesigned currency notes every 5 to 8 years, the President noted that it is now almost 20 years since the last major redesign of the country’s local currency was done.

‘‘This implies that the Naira is long overdue to wear a new look.
‘‘A cycle of banknote redesign is generally aimed at achieving specific objectives, including but not limited to: improving security of banknotes, mitigating counterfeiting, preserving the collective national heritage, controlling currency in circulation, and reducing the overall cost of currency management.

‘‘As is known, our local laws – specifically the Central Bank of Nigeria Act of 2007 – grants the Central Bank of Nigeria the power to issue and redesign the Naira.

‘‘In line with this power, the Central Bank Governor approached me earlier in this year to seek my permission to embark on a currency redesign project. I considered all the facts and reasons presented before me by the Central Bank.

‘‘There was an urgent need to take control of currency in circulation and to address the hoarding of Naira banknotes outside the banking system, the shortage of clean and fit banknotes in circulation, and the increase in counterfeiting of high-denomination Naira banknotes. It is on this basis that I gave my approval for the redesign of the ₦‎200, ₦‎500 and ₦‎1000 banknotes.

‘‘While this may not be apparent to many Nigerians, only 4 out of the 54 African countries print their currencies in their countries, and Nigeria is one. Hence, a majority of African countries print their currencies abroad and import them the way we import other goods.

‘‘That is why it is with immense pride that I announce to you that these redesigned currencies are locally produced right here in Nigeria by our Security Printing and Minting PLC,’’ he said.

In his remarks, the Governor of CBN, Godwin Emefiele, thanked the President for his unwavering support for the redesign and distribution of the new notes, which he said will control inflation, make policies more effective, ensure financial inclusion and fight corruption.

The CBN Governor also noted that by international best practice, the redesign of notes should be every five to eight years, and the currency in circulation had been in usage for 19 years, with spiraling challenges on the economy, especially on security and counterfeiting.

Emefiele also appreciated President Buhari for his insistence that the initial notes must be designed and produced within the country, further placing confidence in Nigerian Security Printing and Minting.

“Mr. President, only a President of your esteemed and incorruptible stature could have done what we are witnessing today,’’ he added.

The CBN Governor listed the benefits of the redesigned naira notes to include enhanced security, greater durability, attractiveness and promotion of rich cultural heritage.

Femi Adesina
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
November 23, 2022