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Nigeria’s Tax Reforms Must Build Trust – Dogara

By Oluwakemi Kindness Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara, has emphasized that Nigeria’s new tax reforms will only succeed if citizens trust the government to deploy resources responsibly. Speaking at the inaugural Distinguished Parliamentarian Lecture organized by the House of Representatives Press Corps, Dogara said: “True tax reform is not about raising rates, it is about raising trust. Transparency is the engine of compliance. When citizens can see where their naira goes, they are proud to give […]

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General

Waste, Pollution, Power Cuts Top Nigeria’s Environmental Woes — NES

By Oluwakemi Kindness As Nigerians grapple with overflowing waste bins, smoky skies, and unreliable electricity supply, the Nigerian Environmental Society (NES) says these everyday challenges remain the country’s most urgent environmental problems. Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday in Abuja ahead of its 40th anniversary celebrations and 34th National Conference, NES President, Dr. Efegbidiki Okobia, noted that ordinary citizens are living with the daily effects of poor waste management. Others include rising pollution, and energy inefficiency, issues he says […]

September 16, 2025

Economy

Not All Bank Deposits Are Taxable – FIRS

By Oluwakemi kindness The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has clarified that not all funds deposited in individual bank accounts are subject to taxation. The recent comment counters widespread misconceptions surrounding the recently passed tax reforms. Speaking at the inaugural parliamentarian lecture by the House of Representatives Press Corps, Special Assistant to the FIRS Chairman on Tax Policy, Olufemi Olarinde, explained that Nigeria operates a self-assessment tax system. This places the responsibility on individuals and businesses to declare their income […]

September 16, 2025

Local News

Calls Grow for Coordinated Approach to Economic Growth

By Sofiat Adenekan-Abdul Legal experts, economists, and labour leaders have called for urgent, integrated reforms to rescue Nigeria from a deepening crisis of poverty, institutional weakness, and economic imbalance. The call was made at a one-day policy dialogue on sustainable economic governance in Nigeria, organised by the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS) in Abuja, on Tuesday. Delivering a keynote address on behalf of Prominent legal and public policy expert, Dr. Olisa Agbakoba (SAN), represented by Barrister Collins […]

September 16, 2025

General

World Ozone Day: Environment Ministry Pledges Ozone Protection

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Federal Ministry of Environment has reiterated its determination to phase out ozone-depleting substances in refrigeration and aerosols while promoting safer, climate-friendly alternatives. Speaking in Abuja at an event to mark World Ozone Day 2025, Minister of Environment, Mallam Balarabe Lawal, said the ministry is working with local and international partners to drive the transition. He highlighted ongoing efforts such as technician training, stronger regulations, and technology transfer with neighbouring countries. The Minister also stressed that the […]

September 16, 2025

General

Ordinance Day: NOA DG Urges Nigerians to Respect National Symbols

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Director-General of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Lanre Issa-Onilu, has called on Nigerians to demonstrate greater respect and commitment to the country’s national symbols, describing such acts as a civic responsibility and a mark of patriotism. Issa-Onilu made the call in a statement on Tuesday in Abuja to mark National Ordinance Day 2025, a day set aside annually to commemorate the handover of Nigeria’s national symbols at independence. The NOA chief highlighted that the National Flag, […]

September 16, 2025

Omoyele Sowore reacts to DSS filing five-count charges against him at the Federal High Court, Abuja.

General

DSS Sues Sowore, X Corp, and Meta Over Alleged Anti-Tinubu Posts

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Department of State Services (DSS) has filed a five-count charge against activist and former African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore, alongside tech giants Meta (Facebook) Inc. and X Corp Inc., over posts deemed denigrating to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The suit, dated September 16, 2025, was filed before the Federal High Court in Abuja by the Director of Public Prosecutions at the Federal Ministry of Justice, Mr. M. B. Abubakar. The Federal Government, through […]

September 16, 2025

Sport

NSC Settles Team Allowance, Bonuses as Athletes Shine in Tokyo

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The National Sports Commission (NSC) has swiftly intervened to stabilize Team Nigeria’s camp at the ongoing 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, ensuring that administrative challenges do not overshadow the athletes’ historic performances on the global stage. Under the leadership of Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade, the Commission moved decisively to clear all outstanding allowances and bonuses, ending a period of uncertainty that had unsettled the camp. During a meeting in […]

September 16, 2025

Nigerian singer Modola performs her viral hit “Talk” at the U.S. Mission Grand Showcase Concert in Lagos

Entertainment

Rising Star, Modola Dazzles at U.S. Mission Grand Showcase Concert

By: Aremu Toyeebaht Nigerian rising star Temidola Awosika, popularly known as Modola, delivered a show-stopping performance at the United States Mission Grand Showcase Concert on Thursday, cementing her status as one of the country’s brightest young talents. The 20-year-old singer lit up the stage with her viral breakout hit “Talk”, sending the packed venue into a frenzy before transitioning seamlessly into her Billboard Hot 100 chart-topping track. Dressed elegantly in a flowing gown, Modola had the audience singing and dancing […]

September 16, 2025