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New Tax Laws Will Take Effect January 1 – FG
The Federal Government has insisted that the implementation of the newly enacted tax laws will take effect from January 1, insisting that there has been no change to the version signed into law. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, clarified in Abuja amid public controversy over reports that the gazetted copy of […]
NSA Relays Tinubu’s Satisfaction, Says President Happy with Rivers Governor
National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu has paid a visit to Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, delivering President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s message of satisfaction with the governor’s approach to leadership and governance. Ribadu led a high-powered presidential delegation that included the Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi; the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Lawal; and senior […]
Court Reopens Terrorism Case Linked to Bello Turji
The Federal High Court in Abuja has reopened a terrorism charge filed by the Federal Government against five suspects linked to notorious bandit leader Bello Turji. Justice Emeka Nwite granted an application by the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) to relist the charge after it was struck out on July 8 for lack of diligent […]
U.S. Recalls Ambassadors From Nigeria, 29 Countries Under Trump Directive
The administration of US President Donald Trump has recalled nearly 30 career diplomats from ambassadorial and senior embassy postings worldwide, including the US ambassador to Nigeria, as part of efforts to realign American diplomacy with its “America First” agenda. The recalls, confirmed by the Associated Press, involve chiefs of mission in at least 29 countries who […]
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 […]