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Bayo Onanuga says President Tinubu’s Official Jet Was Refurbished, Not Newly Acquired
In response to recent public speculation, the Presidential Spokesman has clarified that the official jet used by President Bola Tinubu was refurbished rather than newly acquired. This statement comes amid discussions surrounding government expenditure and transparency, with some reports suggesting that the administration had purchased a new aircraft.
The spokesman emphasized that the refurbishment was undertaken to upgrade the aircraft’s functionality, enhance safety, and extend its operational lifespan, rather than replacing it with a new jet. According to the statement, refurbishing the existing jet was a more cost-effective solution, aimed at minimizing government spending while ensuring that the president’s transport met international standards.
In conclusion, the Presidential Spokesman’s statement that President Tinubu’s jet was refurbished—not newly purchased—demonstrates the administration’s commitment to budget-conscious decisions and accountability in government spending.
It has been reported that Bola Ahmed Tinubu was absent at the commissioning of the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge, which took place on April 8, 2026.
However, Senate President Godswill Akpabio represented the President and carried out the ceremony.
As he commissioned the project, he stated “On behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I commission these projects.”
Residents of Lagos should prepare for traffic disruptions as several roads will be closed due to the visit of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is set to commission infrastructural projects.
The commissioning will take place on April 8 and 9, 2026.
Affected areas on Wednesday (April 8):
Opebi, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Ojota, and Victoria Island.
Affected areas on Thursday (April 9):
Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ikoyi, Victoria Island, and Ajegunle.
Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes and expect heavy traffic during these periods.
President Donald Trump makes headline as he threatens Iran on social media.
The president shared “Open the F***ing Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell — JUST WATCH!”
It can be noted that he even did a countdown on Saturday “48 hours before all Hell will rain down on them,” he warned Saturday. “Time is running out.”
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