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Reps Raise Alarm Over Alleged Alteration of Passed Tax Bills
A member of the House of Representatives, Abdussamad Dasuki, has alleged that the gazetted version of newly passed tax laws differs from the harmonised bills approved by both chambers of the National Assembly. Raising the matter under privilege during plenary, Dasuki said his review of the gazetted copy, alongside the votes and proceedings of the […]
Lagos Police Arrest TikToker Peller for Attempted Suicide
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested Habeeb Hamzat, a popular TikTok content creator known as Peller, after he livestreamed a distressing video in which he appeared to threaten to crash his car. The 20-year-old TikToker was seen visibly agitated and driving recklessly on Sunday, December 14, which ultimately led to a crash. The […]
IBEDC Acnowledges Intermittent Power Supply Across Oyo, Kwara, Ogun, Osun
The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) has acknowledged the intermittent power supply and extended outages currently affecting customers within its franchise areas covering Oyo, Kwara, Ogun, Ibadan, and Osun states. In a statement issued by its management, IBEDC explained that the challenge was caused by a reduction in load allocation from the national grid, which has […]
Mikel Reveals He Intervened With Buhari’s Office to Secure 2018 World Cup Bonuses for Super Eagles
Former Super Eagles captain, John Obi Mikel, has revealed that he personally contacted the office of the late Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari to ensure that the national team received their bonuses following the 2018 World Cup in Russia. This came after months of delays by the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF. Mikel disclosed that the […]
Enugu Gov Makes Fresh Cabinet Appointments
Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State has appointed a fresh round of commissioners, board chairmen, managing directors, executive secretaries, and senior members across strategic agencies. The appointments were announced in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Prof. Chidiebere Onyia, stating that the governor nominated Barrister Osinachi Nnajieze and Dr C.O.C. Egumgbe as […]
Dangote Truck Crushes Mini Bus in Lagos, Two Killed
A Dangote Sino truck has crushed three tricycles and a minibus in the Iyana Meiran area of Lagos State, claiming the lives of two unidentified individuals. A statement shared on the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority‘s official X handle stated that the injured victims have been evacuated to the nearest hospital for medical attention. “There’s […]
NLC Members Gather in Abuja for Nationwide Protest Over Insecurity
Members of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) assembled at the NLC Secretariat in Abuja ahead of a nationwide protest against rising insecurity across the country. Among those present were the NLC President, Joe Ajaero, alongside civil society allies, including Omoyele Sowore and members of the Revolution Now Movement. Security personnel, comprising the police, Nigeria Security […]
Tinubu, Meets With NLC Leaders Over Planned Protest
President Bola Tinubu has met with leaders of the Nigeria Labour Congress behind closed doors, a move aimed at shelving the planned nationwide protests over the deteriorating security situation in the country. The NLC president, Joe Ajaero, while speaking with journalists, described the engagement as a consultation rather than a conclusive negotiation, stressing that labour’s […]
ICPC Confirms Receipt of Allegations Laid Against NMDPRA Boss After Dangote Petition
The receipt of the petition filed against the Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA, Farouk Ahmed, has been confirmed by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC. The spokesperson of the anti-graft agency, John Okor Odey, said, “The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) […]
Gunmen Abduct Retired Customs Officer, Kill Chief in Osun Border Community
Gunmen have attacked Ora community along the Osun–Kwara boundary, abducting a retired Customs officer, Emmanuel Owolabi, and killing a village chief during the incident. Residents said the attack caused panic in the community as the assailants fled into the bush with the abducted victim. Owolabi’s wife, Titilayo, said the abduction occurred outside their residence on […]