daniel bwala

  1. "I Declined": Daniel Bwala Reveals Peter Obi Tried to Recruit Him for 2023 Campaign via Obasanjo

    Nigeria "I Declined": Daniel Bwala Reveals Peter Obi Tried to Recruit Him for 2023 Campaign via Obasanjo

    The Digest: Presidential aide Daniel Bwala has revealed that Peter Obi attempted to recruit him into his 2023 presidential campaign through former President Olusegun Obasanjo, an offer he declined. Speaking on Daddy Freeze's show, Bwala recounted: "In 2023, Peter Obi asked Obasanjo, who called...
  2. "I Don't Do Transactional Politics": Peter Obi Denies Seeking Bwala's Support for 2023 Campaign

    Nigeria "I Don't Do Transactional Politics": Peter Obi Denies Seeking Bwala's Support for 2023 Campaign

    The Digest: Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has flatly denied claims by presidential aide Daniel Bwala that he sought to recruit him into his 2023 election campaign, describing the allegation as "baseless." In a statement by media aide Ibrahim Umar, Obi's camp said the...
  3. Daniel Bwala: Al Jazeera Edited My Interview, Cut 20 Minutes, Inserted External Foot

    Nigeria Daniel Bwala: Al Jazeera Edited My Interview, Cut 20 Minutes, Inserted External Foot

    The Digest: Presidential aide Daniel Bwala has accused Al Jazeera of editing his interview, cutting approximately 20 minutes, and inserting external footage that misrepresented what transpired. Speaking on Daddy Freeze's Facebook show, Bwala claimed the full interview recorded on February 11...
  4. "Things I Said in the Past Was All Politics" - Daniel Bwala Breaks Silence After Al Jazeera Backlash

    Nigeria "Things I Said in the Past Was All Politics" - Daniel Bwala Breaks Silence After Al Jazeera Backlash

    The Digest: Presidential aide Daniel Bwala has broken his silence following widespread backlash over his Al Jazeera "Head to Head" interview, insisting that his past criticisms of President Tinubu were "all politics" from his time in opposition. In a lengthy statement, Bwala defended his...
  5. Bwala: Insecurity Not Worsening in Nigeria, Government Working "Day and Night"

    Nigeria Bwala: Insecurity Not Worsening in Nigeria, Government Working "Day and Night"

    The Digest: Presidential aide Daniel Bwala has insisted that insecurity is not worsening in Nigeria, despite recent attacks including the abduction of over 100 women and children in Borno. Speaking on Al Jazeera's "Head to Head" programme, Bwala acknowledged security challenges but argued the...
  6. Bwala: No Evidence of Misappropriation Against Bagudu in Nigeria, US Court Decisions Don't Bind Us

    Nigeria Bwala: No Evidence of Misappropriation Against Bagudu in Nigeria, US Court Decisions Don't Bind Us

    The Digest: Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Tinubu on policy communication, has defended Minister of Budget Abubakar Bagudu against corruption allegations, stating there is no evidence of misappropriation against him in Nigeria. Appearing on Al Jazeera's Head to Head programme...
  7. [VIDEO] ‘I Never Said That’ - Bwala Denies Past Remarks on Tinubu in Al Jazeera Interview

    Nigeria [VIDEO] ‘I Never Said That’ - Bwala Denies Past Remarks on Tinubu in Al Jazeera Interview

    The Digest: Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Tinubu on policy communication, repeatedly denied previously making critical comments about the president during an appearance on Al Jazeera's "Head to Head" programme. Host Mehdi Hasan confronted Bwala with old quotes, clips, and...
  8. Tinubu's Aide Bwala Slams Peter Obi for Frequent Party Defections

    Nigeria Tinubu's Aide Bwala Slams Peter Obi for Frequent Party Defections

    The Digest: Special Adviser to President Tinubu, Daniel Bwala, has likened Labour Party’s Peter Obi to a “Premier League footballer” for frequently changing political parties. In a podcast interview, Bwala criticized Obi’s shifting allegiances and questioned his grassroots influence Key...
  9. Peter Obi Will Not Get ADC Ticket, Bwala Declares

    Nigeria Peter Obi Will Not Get ADC Ticket, Bwala Declares

    The Digest: Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has asserted that Peter Obi will not secure the presidential or vice-presidential nomination of the African Democratic Congress. In a podcast interview, Bwala claimed Obi lacks the structural influence...
  10. Daniel Bwala Defends Tinubu's Past Call for Jonathan to Resign Over Chibok

    Nigeria Daniel Bwala Defends Tinubu's Past Call for Jonathan to Resign Over Chibok

    The Digest: President Bola Tinubu's adviser, Daniel Bwala, has defended the President's past demand for Goodluck Jonathan to resign after the 2014 Chibok abduction, framing it as a legitimate critique of a government "in denial." Key Points: Adviser Daniel Bwala stated Tinubu's past call...
  11. "Zero Tolerance": FG Has Not Negotiated with Terrorists, Says Bwala

    Nigeria "Zero Tolerance": FG Has Not Negotiated with Terrorists, Says Bwala

    The Digest: President Bola Tinubu's Special Adviser on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has categorically stated that the federal government maintains a policy of "zero tolerance" for negotiating with terrorists, despite recent high-profile kidnappings and claims by abductors to have...
  12. Presidency Urges Nigerians to Report VIPs with Police Escorts, Cites Tinubu’s Order

    Nigeria Presidency Urges Nigerians to Report VIPs with Police Escorts, Cites Tinubu’s Order

    The Digest: Special Adviser Daniel Bwala urged Nigerians to document and report any VIPs still using police escorts, in violation of President Tinubu’s withdrawal order. This directive explores the tension between privilege and public resource allocation, engaging citizens as active enforcers...
  13. Presidency Dismisses Trump's Threat of Sanctions on Nigeria

    Nigeria Presidency Dismisses Trump's Threat of Sanctions on Nigeria

    The Digest: The Presidency addresses US threats over claims of "Christian genocide." Special Adviser Daniel Bwala argues that sanctions would harm citizens, not the government, and that Nigeria is already addressing the issues. Key Points: US President Donald Trump threatened sanctions and...
  14. Bwala Confirms Tinubu, Trump to Meet Over Christian Genocide Claims

    Nigeria Bwala Confirms Tinubu, Trump to Meet Over Christian Genocide Claims

    The Digest: A high-stakes diplomatic meeting is imminent as Presidents Bola Tinubu and Donald Trump prepare to address explosive claims of Christian genocide in Nigeria. According to presidential aide Daniel Bwala, the leaders will convene to resolve differences and reinforce their shared...
  15. Bwala Confirms Tinubu, Trump to Meet Over Christian Genocide Claims

    Nigeria Bwala Confirms Tinubu, Trump to Meet Over Christian Genocide Claims

    The Digest: A high-stakes diplomatic meeting is imminent as Presidents Bola Tinubu and Donald Trump prepare to address explosive claims of Christian genocide in Nigeria. According to presidential aide Daniel Bwala, the leaders will convene to resolve differences and reinforce their shared...
  16. Presidential Aide Bwala Claims Nigerians Are Safer Under Tinubu

    Nigeria Presidential Aide Bwala Claims Nigerians Are Safer Under Tinubu

    The Digest: President Tinubu's Special Adviser on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has declared that Nigerians are safer now than before the 2023 elections. According to an interview on Channels Television, Bwala credited the current administration for a significant reduction in mass prison...
  17. Bwala: “Seyi Tinubu Has Right to Run for Governor - or Even Challenge His Father”

    Nigeria Bwala: “Seyi Tinubu Has Right to Run for Governor - or Even Challenge His Father”

    The Digest: Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Tinubu, has defended Seyi Tinubu’s right to pursue political office, stating that being the president’s son should not disqualify him from running for governor or even contesting against his father. Key Points Bwala emphasized that Seyi...
  18. Bwala Backtracks on "No-Man's Land" Comment About Lagos

    Nigeria Bwala Backtracks on "No-Man's Land" Comment About Lagos

    The Digest: Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu, has backtracked on his controversial statement that Lagos is a “no-man’s land.” He clarified his position after facing widespread outrage for the comments he made during a television appearance. Key Points: Daniel Bwala has...
  19. “Lagos is a ‘No-Man’s Land’” – Bwala Defends Tinubu's Investments in the State

    Nigeria “Lagos is a ‘No-Man’s Land’” – Bwala Defends Tinubu's Investments in the State

    The Digest: Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, Daniel Bwala, has described Lagos State as a “no-man’s land” and the “pride of Nigeria’s economy.” He commented to defend the Federal Government’s massive investment in the state. Key Points: Daniel Bwala has...
  20. Bwala Predicts Tinubu Will Secure 2 Million Votes in S'East; Claims Obi Won't Get Ticket in 2027 Election

    Nigeria Bwala Predicts Tinubu Will Secure 2 Million Votes in S'East; Claims Obi Won't Get Ticket in 2027 Election

    The Digest: Daniel Bwala, a presidential aide, has stated that Peter Obi, the Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, will not secure a ticket in any political party for the 2027 elections. Bwala also claimed that Obi's 2023 votes had halved, arguing they were based on rhetoric, not...
Back
Top