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Oyedele Clarifies Controversy Over Alleged Changes to Tax Laws
Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, Taiwo Oyedele, has warned that failure to implement Nigeria’s new tax laws by January 1, 2026, would leave most Nigerians worse off. Speaking on national television, Oyedele said about 98 per cent of workers would continue to suffer multiple taxation if the reforms are delayed. According […]
FG Approves Public Holidays for Christmas and New Year Celebrations
The Federal Government has declared the 25th and 26th of December, 2025, as well as January 1, 2026, public holidays to mark Christmas, Boxing Day, and the New Year celebrations. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Interior, Magdalene Ajani Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on […]
Nigerian Army Nabs ‘Notorious Bandit Leader’ In Benue
Troops of Forward Operating Base (FOB) Wukari, under the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have apprehended a notorious bandit leader alleged to be responsible for multiple kidnapping and armed robbery incidents along the Benue – Taraba axis. Spokesman for the 6 Brigade, Lieutenant Muhammad Umar, in a statement disclosed that the […]
Dangote Refinery Begins Nationwide PMS Sales at N739/Litre
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has launched the sale of Premium Motor Spirit at a pump price of N739 per litre, making the product available at all MRS Oil Nigeria plc filling stations nationwide. With over 2,000 MRS stations nationwide, the reduced pricing is expected to benefit consumers across the country, marking a major step in the […]
Ini Edo Reacts To CAN Threat Over New Movie Says, “If it dishonours God or Christians in any way, I will pull it and bear the consequences”
Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker Ini Edo has shared an emotional video on her official Instagram page, pleading for her film to be allowed to air in cinemas. Edo appealed to the public and movie regulators amid rising concerns over her new movie titled ‘A Very Dirty Christmas,’ which is set to hit the cinemas, […]
130 Pupils, Teachers Rescued in Niger State, Set to Arrive in Minna
The remaining 130 kidnapped pupils and teachers of St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools, Papiri, in Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State, have regained freedom. Security sources said that the release took place in a forest between Kwara and Niger states. According to reports, armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs) and vehicles from the Office of […]
SERAP Urges President Tinubu to Publish Certified Copies of Tax Laws
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, SERAP has called on President Bola Tinubu to direct the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), to widely publish certified true copies of the tax bills passed by the National Assembly and the tax laws subsequently signed into law. In a letter […]
Ekiti State Approves N458.8 Million Severance for Former LG Officials
The Ekiti State Government has approved N458.8 million in severance benefits for former political officeholders at the local government level. The payment covers individuals who served between 2022 and 2023. Commissioner for Local Government Affairs, Folorunso Olabode, confirmed the approval, noting that the beneficiaries include vice chairmen, secretaries, councillors, supervisors, and advisers from all […]
Troops Uncover Explosive Device, Arrest Suspected Logistic Suppliers In Borno
Troops of the North East Joint Task Force, Operation Hadin Kai, have uncovered an Improvised Explosive Device and arrested a suspected Boko Haram or ISWAP terrorist logistics supplier in Borno State. According to a statement signed by the JTF Media Information Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba the troops of 25 Brigade, under the Operations Desert […]
AFCON 2025 Winner to Receive $10 Million in Prize Money
The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has announced that the winner of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, in Morocco will receive a record $10 million in prize money, marking a significant increase from previous tournaments. CAF President Patrice Motsepe revealed the new prize amount on Saturday, following a meeting of the CAF […]