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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 […]
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 […]
ICPC Launches Probe into NMDPRA Ex-Boss, Invites Dangote Over $7m School Fees Allegations
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, ICPC has invited Aliko Dangote, a prominent businessman, to provide more information regarding his petition against Alhaji Farouk Ahmed, the former Managing Director of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, NMDPRA. Dangote has accused Ahmed of corruption, misappropriation of funds, and economic sabotage, […]
Presidency Denies Alleged Alterations in New Tax Laws as Atiku, Obi Demand Suspension
The Presidency has strongly rejected claims that provisions in the newly enacted tax reform laws were secretly altered, insisting that all changes were made within the proper legal and legislative processes. This response follows allegations from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi, and several civil society organizations, who have […]
Bandits, criminals will not find it easy in 2026 – Guards Brigade Commander
The Commander, Guards Brigade, Nigerian Army, Brig.-Gen. Adebisi Onasanya, has warned that bandits and criminal elements operating within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) and its environs will face sustained and intensified military pressure in 2026. Onasanya declared that they will not find the area conducive for criminal activities. He gave the assurance on Saturday in […]
Otti Reaffirms Decision to Retire After Governorship
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has reiterated his stance that he will retire from active politics after completing his tenure as governor, dismissing speculation that he has ambitions for higher political office. He made this announcement at the Government House in Umuahia while responding to a viral video in which an individual criticized him over […]
Senate Confirms Eyesan, Mohammed as CEOs of NUPRC, NMDPRA
The Senate has confirmed the appointment of Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and Saidu Mohammed as Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA). The confirmations followed their screening by the Senate joint committees on petroleum upstream, downstream, and gas, chaired […]
Adeleke Defends Osun’s Health Sector Amid Criticism From Oyebamiji
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has debunked claims made by the All Progressives Congress governorship candidate, Bola Oyebamiji, that the state’s health system is “moribund.” Adeleke, in an official statement signed by his spokesperson, Rasheed Olawale, described the claim as “a baseless disinformation attempt” that “only deepened the isolation of the opposition candidate in the […]
President Tinubu Chairs Emergency FEC Meeting Ahead of 2026 Budget Presentation
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is presiding over an emergency session of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) at the Council Chambers of the State House in Abuja, ahead of the presentation of the 2026 Appropriation Bill to a joint session of the National Assembly. The meeting is taking place hours after the President formally informed the […]
NIMC Introduces Pre-Enrolment Portal for NIN Registration
The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has introduced a Pre-Enrolment Portal aimed at simplifying and accelerating the National Identification Number (NIN) registration process for Nigerians at home and in the diaspora. In a post on its X handle, the Commission said the digital platform allows prospective applicants both within Nigeria and in the diaspora to […]