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Ndume Urges Tinubu to Suspend Controversial Tax Reform Acts
Former Senate Leader Ali Ndume has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to suspend the implementation of the disputed Tax Reform Acts amid rising controversy surrounding their passage. Ndume appealed in a statement issued in Abuja, citing claims and counter-claims over alleged alterations to the tax laws after they were passed by the National Assembly. […]
FG Files 16-Count Charges Against Malami, Son
The federal government has brought a 16-count money laundering charge against Abubakar Malami, the former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice. The charges were filed at the federal high court in Abuja. Malami’s co-defendants are his son, Abubakar Abdulaziz Malami, and Bashir Asabe, an employee of Rahamaniyya Properties. In the charge sheet marked […]
President Tinubu Mourns Ex-UN Envoy Arthur Mbanefo’s Death
President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep condolences to the family, associates and the people of Anambra State over the passing of Chief Arthur Christopher Mbanefo, who died at the age of 95. In a statement issued on Wednesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu described the late Mbanefo as […]
NFVCB defends Ini Edo’s Movie, Seeks Change After Backlash
The National Film and Video Censors Board has defended its approval of the Nollywood film A Very Dirty Christmas, stating that the title was cleared after a thorough review, which found it did not insult or trivialize the Christian faith. The Executive Director of the NFVCB, Shaibu Husseini, clarified a series of posts on X, […]
Chairman Hails Adeleke’s Defection as Boost to Accord Party’s Growth
The Accord party announced that it has experienced a surge in nationwide membership following the defection of Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, to its platform, positioning the party as a growing political force ahead of the 2026 governorship election. The National Chairman of the party, Maxwell Mgbudem, disclosed during a press conference at the […]
NASS Pushes 2025 Fiscal Year to March
The National Assembly approved a revised N43.5tn 2024 Appropriation Act and a reworked N48.3tn 2025 budget framework, with the 2025 fiscal year extended to March 31, 2026, a major fiscal reset aimed at addressing revenue shortfalls, weak capital execution, and overlapping budget cycles. The approval followed marathon plenary sessions in both chambers, culminating in the […]
2023 AFCON: FG Presents National Honours, Housing Documents to Super Eagles
Ahead of their opening match at AFCON, Nigeria’s Super Eagles (Class of 2024) have received national honours certificates, housing allocation documents, and land grants in Abuja and Lagos. The rewards were pledged by President Bola Tinubu following the team’s second-place finish at the 2023 AFCON in Côte d’Ivoire. The presentation took place at the team […]
‘We Are Ready,’ Ndidi Confident Super Eagles Will Bounce Back at AFCON
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has expressed confidence and optimism as he assumes a leadership role ahead of Nigeria’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) campaign, saying the team is united and determined to make up for recent disappointments. Ndidi, who was named the team’s captain days ago, said the Super Eagles are confident going into […]
Senate Approves ₦43trn 2024 and 2025 Appropriations Act Repeal, Re-enactment
The Senate has passed the sum of N43 trillion 2024 and 2025 Appropriations Act (repeal and re-enactment) Bills 2025. The resolution of the Senate followed its consideration and approval of the recommendations of the report of its Committee on Appropriations. Read Also: Tinubu Submits ₦58.18trn 2026 budget to National Assembly The consolidated report was presented […]
₦58.47tr 2026 Budget Passes Second Reading in Senate
The Senate has passed the ₦58.47 trillion Appropriation Bill for the 2026 fiscal year for second reading following a debate on its general principles during plenary. President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, also announced that the upper chamber would adjourn its sitting until January 27, 2026. Read Also: Rivers Assembly Resumes Plenary After Six Month […]