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Nigerian legislators debate constitutional amendment to end multiple taxation.

Reps Move to End Multiple Taxation

By Oluwakemi Kindness The House of Representatives has taken a major step toward ending Nigeria’s long-standing problem of multiple taxation, as lawmakers passed for second reading a bill seeking to clearly define and harmonize the taxation powers of the Federal, State, and Local Governments. The proposed legislation, sponsored by the Deputy Speaker, Benjamin Kalu, alongside six other lawmakers, aims to bring clarity to Nigeria’s fiscal structure, curb overlapping tax regimes, and stop the unlawful outsourcing of revenue collection to private […]

October 22, 2025

Politics

IPC Condemns Attacks on Journalists Covering #FreeNnamdiKanuNow Protest

By Chinedu Echianu The International Press Centre (IPC), Lagos, has condemned in strong terms the reported attacks on journalists who were covering the #FreeNnamdiKanuNow protest in Abuja on Monday, October 20, 2025. In a statement issued through its Safety and Protection of Journalists (SPJ) Hub, IPC described the incidents as “a disturbing recurrence of history,” expressing deep concern over the growing hostility against journalists on legitimate duty. According to information gathered by the IPC-SPJ Hub, several journalists were subjected to […]

October 22, 2025

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Sport

Sheroes Cup 2025: Ekiti, Remo, Others Record Wins on Matchday 2

By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The second matchday of the Sheroes Cup Pre-Season Tournament 2025 delivered a spectacle of footballing dominance, individual brilliance, and intense competition at the Area 3 Football Pitch in Abuja, with Ekiti Queens, Naija Ratels, and Remo Ladies recording emphatic victories. Ekiti Queens produced a scintillating attacking display to thrash hosts FCT Ladies 6–0 in the first fixture of the day. Midfielder Amarachi Okoronkwo led the onslaught with a brace, scoring in the 3rd and 43rd minutes. An […]

October 22, 2025 2

Prof. Chris Piwuna, ASUU President, addresses the press on Thursday, criticizing the Federal Government’s delayed response and warning of a warning strike unless urgent action is taken.

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Education

ASUU Suspends Two-Week Warning Strike

By Chinedu Echianu The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended its two-week warning strike following fresh engagements with the Federal Government. ASUU National President, Professor Chris Piwuna, announced the decision at a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday, after a marathon National Executive Council (NEC) meeting that lasted overnight and ended around 4:00 a.m. Piwuna said the union called off the strike to reciprocate the government’s decision to return to the negotiation table, as well as the intervention […]

October 22, 2025 2

General

Senate Passes Bill for Nigeria Mines Rangers Service

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Senate has passed a bill to establish the Nigeria Mines Rangers Service (NMRS) — a specialised security agency that will combat illegal and artisanal mining across the country, marking a major step in Nigeria’s efforts to secure its mineral resources and strengthen the extractive industry. The proposed law, sponsored by Senator Mohammed Onawo (SDP–Nasarawa), seeks to create a legal and institutional framework to protect mining operations, enforce safety and environmental standards, and promote sustainable resource management […]

October 21, 2025

President Bola Tinubu nominates Dr. Bernard Doro, a reform-minded technocrat from Plateau State, as Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

General

Tinubu Nominates Bernard Doro Minister, Forwards Name for Confirmation

By: Aremu Toyeebaht President Bola Tinubu has nominated Dr. Bernard Doro from Plateau State as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, forwarding his name to the Senate for confirmation. The nomination, announced Tuesday in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, fills one of the vacant ministerial slots in the federal cabinet. Dr. Doro’s nomination follows the elevation of Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, the former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty […]

October 21, 2025

General

NDLEA Launches Digital Portal for Drug Integrity Tests

By Oluwakemi Kindness The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has unveiled a new digital system for drug integrity tests and visa clearance. This marks a major step in the agency’s drive to modernize its operations and improve public service delivery. Speaking in Abuja on Tuesday at the launch, NDLEA Secretary, Shadrach Haruna described the initiative as a "paradigm shift where enforcement meets efficiency and technology.” He said the new system eliminates delays, human interference, and document falsification that often […]

October 21, 2025

General

Customs Launches Digital System to Verify Vehicle Duty Payments

By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) on Monday unveiled the Customs Verification Management System (CVMS) — a new digital platform that allows Nigerians to verify the clearance and duty payment status of imported vehicles within minutes, marking a major milestone in the agency’s drive toward full digital transformation. Unveiling the platform at the Customs Headquarters in Abuja, the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, said the initiative represents a bold step in modernising operations and promoting transparency, accountability, […]

October 21, 2025

Police disperse protesters with teargas during #FreeNnamdiKanuNow demonstration in Abuja.

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Eight Arrested, Kanu’s Lawyer, Relative at #FreeNnamdiKanuNow Protest in Abuja

By: Aremu Toyeebaht Eight persons, including Kanu’s lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor, and his relative, Fineboy Kanu have been arrested in a fresh protest demanding the release of detained IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, on Monday. The demonstration, organized under the hashtag #FreeNnamdiKanuNow, was led by human rights activist and #RevolutionNow convener, Omoyele Sowore, who joined protesters marching through parts of Maitama and the Central Business District (CBD) before security operatives dispersed them. Confirming the arrests, FCT Police Command spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, said […]

October 21, 2025