Buhari: latest news today
Here are the latest news updates on President Muhammadu Buhari:
Breaking News
- Buhari Approves N13.08 Trillion 2023 Budget: President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the 2023 budget proposal of N13.08 trillion, which is 15.4% higher than the 2022 budget. The budget is expected to boost economic growth and create jobs. (Source: Vanguard)
- Buhari Meets with APC Governors: President Buhari has met with governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to discuss party affairs and the 2023 general elections. The meeting was attended by 22 governors, including the governors of Lagos, Kano, and Rivers states. (Source: ThisDay)
- Buhari Congratulates New ECOWAS Chair: President Buhari has congratulated the new Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), President Nana Akufo-Addo of Ghana. Buhari praised Akufo-Addo's leadership qualities and expressed Nigeria's commitment to working with ECOWAS to promote regional integration. (Source: Premium Times)
Recent Developments
- Buhari Signs Executive Order on Procurement: President Buhari has signed an executive order aimed at promoting transparency and efficiency in public procurement. The order is expected to reduce corruption and improve the quality of public projects. (Source: Leadership)
- Buhari Meets with World Bank President: President Buhari has met with the President of the World Bank, David Malpass, to discuss Nigeria's economic development and the country's relationship with the World Bank. The meeting focused on areas such as infrastructure development and poverty reduction. (Source: The Nation)
- Buhari Approves Establishment of New Federal Polytechnic: President Buhari has approved the establishment of a new federal polytechnic in Kogi State. The polytechnic is expected to provide vocational training and skills development opportunities for young Nigerians. (Source: Daily Trust)
Opinion and Analysis
- Buhari's Economic Legacy: An opinion piece by a prominent economist argues that President Buhari's economic legacy is mixed, with some positive developments such as the growth of the non-oil sector, but also significant challenges such as high inflation and unemployment. (Source: The Guardian)
- Buhari's Foreign Policy: An analysis piece by a foreign policy expert argues that President Buhari's foreign policy has been marked by a shift towards a more assertive and independent approach, with a focus on promoting Nigeria's interests and protecting its sovereignty. (Source: The Punch)