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Tinubu To The West: ‘Time To Share Power!’ – Bold Rio Declaration Echoes Worldwide
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s week in Brazil may have appeared light on public engagements, but, according to NIVONEWS, it resonated with the moral force of a leader determined to redefine the global power equation.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
At the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Tinubu made only one public appearance, yet that solitary address shook the foundations of conventional diplomacy. He boldly called for a new global order—one anchored on equity, justice, and sustainability, where the Global South commands not just a voice, but authority at the table of global governance.
Tinubu arrived at the Galeão Air Force Base in Rio on Friday, July 4, welcomed with ceremonial honours by Brazil’s Deputy Ministers for Africa and Trade Promotion. While his bilateral meeting with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on Saturday highlighted growing cooperation between Nigeria and Brazil, NIVONEWS reports that the Sunday plenary at the BRICS Summit was the focal point of Tinubu’s official itinerary.
Standing before leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and other emerging powers like Cuba and Malaysia, Tinubu did not mince words. “Nigeria associates with what I have heard today and all that has happened in BRICS,” he declared, before calling for a reevaluation of global structures that currently favour the industrialised North at the expense of the resource-rich yet development-constrained Global South.
His address struck a deep chord. In an era when global alliances are increasingly unstable and traditional multilateralism is viewed with skepticism, Tinubu’s speech, according to NIVONEWS, echoed the frustrations of many across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. It wasn’t just a polite diplomatic gesture—it was a firm rejection of exploitative systems and an affirmation that the time had come for the Global South to take the lead in shaping a more balanced world.
Throughout his address, Tinubu stressed that BRICS must transform from a coalition of emerging economies into a platform for “emerging solutions rooted in solidarity, self-reliance, and shared prosperity.” He reinforced his long-standing advocacy for climate justice, noting that Africa, though minimally responsible for global emissions, suffers disproportionately from its effects. He also spotlighted youth inclusion, pointing out that 70% of Nigeria’s population is under 30—a statistic with global implications.
“We must be the architects of a future that addresses the specific needs and concerns of youths,” he said, aligning sustainable development with generational equity. He also pointed to Nigeria’s proactive efforts in renewable energy, healthcare access, and nature-based solutions, stating that Nigeria is not a passive recipient of foreign aid but an active agent of transformation.
According to NIVONEWS, Nigeria’s formal partnership with BRICS, announced earlier in the year, marks a significant shift in its foreign policy. The decision to strengthen ties with BRICS—whose member states now command over 40% of the world’s population and a growing share of global GDP—signals a pivot away from traditional Western-dominated diplomacy toward a multipolar world more reflective of today’s realities.
Even while offshore, President Tinubu remained visibly connected to domestic affairs. He mourned the passing of the Olubadan of Ibadanland with a heartfelt tribute from Brazil, describing the late monarch as “a symbol of peace, wisdom, and continuity.” Through his delegation, he was also present at the launch of former presidential spokesman Garba Shehu’s new book in Abuja—an event graced by Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume.
Vice President Kashim Shettima maintained executive coordination at home, ensuring that the machinery of governance continued to run efficiently. It was, by official accounts, a quiet week—but one of profound impact. Tinubu’s message in Rio was loud and clear: the Global South will no longer accept marginalisation, and Nigeria will no longer plead for inclusion—it will demand it.
If the world listened closely in Rio, it heard more than a speech. It heard a firm, measured call to action—one that insists on justice, one that speaks for billions, and one that, in time, may shape a more equal world.
”NIVONEWS REPORTS”
Yakubu Gowon University (formerly University of Abuja) has graduated 17,300 students at its combined 29th and 30th convocation ceremonies held on Saturday at the main campus.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The university also conferred honorary Doctorate Degrees on Paul Odili, Founder and CEO of Paulo Group of Companies; Prof. Yusuf Ali, SAN; and Emmanuel Issa, in recognition of their contributions to society.
Vice Chancellor, Prof. Hakeem Fawehinmi, said the honourees were selected based on their character, achievements, and commitment to excellence.
He urged graduating students to focus on what they can contribute to national development, stressing that character, discipline, and integrity would determine their success beyond the classroom.
According to him, certificates may open doors, but personal values and conduct will shape long-term achievements.
The Vice Chancellor also reminded the graduates to uphold the reputation of the institution wherever they go.
Fawehinmi disclosed that the 29th convocation covered the 2022/2023 academic session, while the 30th covered 2023/2024, with thousands graduating across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
Speaking after receiving his honorary award, Dr. Odili dedicated the recognition to Nigerians with dreams and encouraged young people to remain persistent in pursuing their goals.
He also pledged support for the university, promising collaboration aimed at addressing key challenges facing the institution.
The Federal Government has released an updated list of items banned from importation into Nigeria, in a move aimed at protecting local industries and reducing pressure on foreign exchange.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The revised prohibition schedule, dated April 1, 2026, outlines 17 broad categories of goods that are no longer allowed into the country through any entry point.
According to the Federal Ministry of Finance, the policy affects a wide range of products, including food items, pharmaceuticals, household goods, and industrial materials.
One of the most notable aspects of the list is the ban on several widely used medicines under specified HS codes, including paracetamol, metronidazole, cotrimoxazole, chloroquine, aspirin, folic acid, and some vitamin supplements. The government says these are now to be produced locally.
The restriction also covers pharmaceutical waste, which remains completely prohibited.
In the agriculture and food sector, the importation of poultry, pork, beef, and eggs remains banned, although an exception was made for hatching eggs used for breeding and research purposes.
Retail-packaged vegetable oils, sugar products, cocoa derivatives, tomato paste, and certain bottled water products are also included in the import restrictions, with emphasis on encouraging local production.
The policy further bars detergents, soaps, ballpoint pens and refills, cement, certain fertilizers, packaging materials, and specific steel and glass products.
The Nigeria Customs Service has been directed to enforce the new rules strictly, with importers and businesses advised to comply fully to avoid seizure of goods and penalties.
ADC chieftain and publisher, Dele Momodu, has dismissed calls for former Vice President Atiku Abubakar to withdraw from the 2027 presidential race, describing the push as unfair and politically motivated.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Momodu was reacting to comments by activist Zekeri Idris Jnr, a supporter of Peter Obi, who urged Atiku to step aside over concerns about his age, which would be about 80 by 2027.
In a post on his X handle on Saturday, Momodu said attention should be focused on holding the government accountable rather than targeting Atiku’s political ambition.
The exchange followed a viral video where Idris insisted that Atiku should support younger aspirants instead of contesting, arguing that voters would not back an elderly candidate.
Idris also suggested that Atiku should act as a statesman and support younger politicians such as Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and others.
Responding, Momodu cited several world leaders who held office at advanced ages, arguing that experience should not be dismissed in leadership discussions.
He questioned what should disqualify Atiku from contesting, insisting that age alone is not a valid reason.
Atiku, who lost the 2023 presidential election to President Bola Tinubu, is reportedly considering another run in 2027 under the African Democratic Congress (ADC).
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