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A significant showdown is brewing between Nigeria’s federal and state governments over President Bola Tinubu’s ambitious tax reform agenda, with House of Representatives Deputy Spokesman Philip Agbese emerging as a strong advocate for the controversial bills that promise to reshape the nation’s tax landscape. The proposed reforms, encompassing four executive bills, have sparked intense debate across Nigeria’s political spectrum, with state governors initially presenting a united front in opposition to the federal government’s initiative. The governors’ initial stance called for the withdrawal of the bills to allow for broader consultation, highlighting the deep-seated tensions between federal and state authorities over…
Eddie Hearn has announced that former two-time world champion Anthony Joshua will return to the ring in 2025, marking a strategic pause in his career following a devastating loss to Daniel Dubois in March 2024. The announcement comes at a pivotal moment for Joshua, who turned 35 in October, as he navigates perhaps the most challenging period of his professional career. The British-Nigerian fighter’s journey in 2023 had initially seemed promising, with four consecutive victories suggesting a resurgence in form. However, the shocking defeat to Dubois, which came after a spectacular first-round knockout win over Francis Ngannou, dramatically altered his…
A significant shift in Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector is unfolding as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery’s requirement for advance payments from oil marketers has triggered diverse reactions across the industry, highlighting the complexities of modernizing the nation’s fuel supply chain. The policy emerged during a high-level stakeholder meeting in Abuja, which brought together key industry players including NNPC Group CEO Mele Kyari, representatives from the Major Oil Marketers Association of Nigeria, Depot and Petroleum Products Marketers Association of Nigeria, and prominent companies such as 11 Plc, Matrix, and AA Rano, along with the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority. The…
Anambra State – police forces have successfully thwarted two separate kidnapping attempts, resulting in the death of one suspect and the recovery of a substantial cache of weapons. These operations, occurring within days of each other, highlight the growing effectiveness of joint security efforts in combating criminal activities in the region. The first incident unfolded on Friday evening along the Agulu/Nnobi Road, where police operatives attached to a VIP convoy encountered armed assailants who launched an unprovoked attack. According to State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the criminals were operating from a grey Lexus ES 330 and an…
A disturbing case of alleged police brutality has taken a controversial turn as the mother of a 17-year-old rape victim accuses the Nigeria Police Force of deliberately delaying justice to protect an accused senior officer. The case, which has drawn widespread attention and condemnation, centers on Assistant Superintendent of Police Owolabi Akinlolu, who allegedly raped a teenage girl at Ogudu Police Station in Lagos. The incident, which occurred on June 29, began when the 56-year-old ASP reportedly lured the secondary school student to the station under the pretense of having apprehended a suspect who had stolen her phone. According to…
In a significant breakthrough against infrastructure vandalism in the Federal Capital Territory, four suspects have been arrested by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) for allegedly targeting streetlight installations across Abuja. The arrests, made during strategic night patrols, highlight the ongoing battle to protect critical urban infrastructure in Nigeria’s capital city. The operations, conducted by NSCDC’s specialized Critical National Assets and Infrastructure Tactical team, yielded arrests in two separate incidents, demonstrating the persistence of infrastructure theft in the nation’s capital. FCT Commandant Olusola Odumosu, while presenting the suspects to the public on Friday, emphasized the significance of these…
An Abuja-based herbalist is now battling for his life after a self-inflicted gunshot wound sustained while testing his homemade ‘bulletproof’ charm. The incident, which occurred in Kuchibuyi village within the Federal Capital Territory, has sparked discussions about the dangers of supernatural beliefs intersecting with deadly weapons. Ismail Usman’s confidence in his mystical abilities led to a near-fatal decision on November 23 when he decided to put his newly created charm to the ultimate test. Armed with a locally fabricated gun and believing himself invincible thanks to his supernatural preparation, Usman shot himself in the stomach. The resulting injury proved that…
Another tragic incident has struck Abeokuta as local authorities confirm the death of Fatai Hamzat, found deceased in his apartment on Oremeji Street, Ijeun Tuntun, marking the third such incident in the state capital within recent months. The discovery, made early Friday morning, has reignited discussions about mental health awareness and suicide prevention in the community. According to police reports, the grim discovery was made after neighbors noticed something amiss. A resident, returning from church, spotted Hamzat’s motorcycle in the compound and became concerned when attempts to reach him went unanswered. Despite repeated knocking at his door, which was locked…
Legal experts and stakeholders have called on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to embrace technological innovation in its service delivery system, highlighting the crucial role of digital transformation in achieving the commission’s developmental goals for the oil-rich region. The call for technological advancement came during the 2024 retreat of the NDDC’s Directorate of Legal Services held in Lagos on Friday, where industry experts emphasized the transformative potential of technology in enhancing the commission’s operational efficiency and service delivery. Malachy Ugwummadu, Principal Attorney of Malachy Ugwummadu’s Chamber, delivered a compelling keynote address stressing the urgent need for the commission to…
Nigeria Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Dr. Uche Nnaji, has outlined how strategic research initiatives focusing on global solutions could transform the nation into a premier investment destination. Speaking at the inaugural Annual Convening of the Nigerian Impact Investing Research and Industry Collaborative (NIIRIC), the minister emphasized the critical role of impactful research in attracting international investment and fostering sustainable development. The event, centered on the theme “Impact Investing: Shaping Policies, Research, and Innovation to Commercialisation – The Roadmap to 2025,” brought together key stakeholders from academia, industry, and government sectors. Dr. Patricks Oghuma, representing Minister Nnaji at the…