96% of Nigeria’s personal income tax came from Low-income earners — Oyedele
Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, has described Nigeria’s personal income tax structure as unjust and unsustainable, revealing that about 96 per cent of personal income tax previously collected in the country came from low-income earners.
Tottenham sign Gallagher for £34m from Atletico Madrid
The former Chelsea midfielder was also linked with a move to Aston Villa on an initial loan deal with an option to buy, but Atletico were not convinced unless it was an obligation to buy.
Tinubu bids farewell to veteran journalist, Yakubu Mohammed
President Bola Tinubu has paid glowing tribute to Yakubu Mohammed, a veteran journalist and co-founder of Newswatch Magazine, who died on Monday night.
2027: Tinubu supporters unveil evidence-based scorecard, rally backing for re-election
Supporters of President Bola Tinubu, under the umbrella of the Tinubu Impact Movement (TIM), have expressed confidence that the president’s 2027 re-election bid is on track, citing measurable successes achieved under his administration.
UNILAG graduates 16,506; 617 bag first class
A total of 16,506 students are set to graduate at the 56th convocation ceremony of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), spanning both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
FCTA ratifies rehabilitation of Presidential Villa roads, 30 years after construction
The Federal Capital Territory FCT Executive Council has ratified the rehabilitation and resurfacing of internal roads within the Presidential Villa, Abuja, more than 30 years after they were originally constructed.
Tanker crushes motorcyclist, passenger Lagos
Tragedy struck at Pokia Junction, inward Araga, along the Epe–Ijebu Road, Epe, after an empty Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) tanker crushed a commercial motorcyclist and his passenger to death.
Defence, Special Operations get N3.15trn in 2026 budget
The Federal Government has earmarked a total of N3.154 trillion for the Ministry of Defence in the 2026 Appropriation Bill, reflecting the continued prioritisation of national security and the fight against insecurity across Nigeria.
Police detain masquerade over alleged attack in Anambra community
The Anambra Police Command says it has detained a masquerade, allegedly involved in unprovoked violent attacks on residents of Awgbu Community in Orumba North LGA of the state.
Lassa Fever claims 215 lives nationwide in 2025, says NCDC
Nigeria recorded 215 deaths from Lassa fever in 2025, as the viral haemorrhagic disease continued to spread across the country, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has disclosed.
Bandits kill 85-year-old woman, abduct villagers in Borgu community, Niger State
Bandits have once again attacked a community in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, killing an 85-year-old woman, Amina Adamu, and abducting several villagers during a raid for foodstuffs.
Owo Church Attack: Ondo govt abandoned us, survivors cry out in court
Survivors of the 2022 terrorist attack that killed 40 members of St. Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State , on Wednesday alleged that they have been neglected by the state government.
Tinubu mourns Yakubu Mohammed, Newswatch co-founder
Mohammed co-founded Newswatch Magazine in 1984 with the late Dele Giwa, Dan Agbese and Ray Ekpu.
FG cautions against dormant oil blocks
The federal government on Wednesday cautioned against dormant oil blocks, with a stern warning that such licenses would be revoked.
AAU Alumni condemn police arrest of students, demand immediate release and apology
The Ambrose Alli University (AAU) Alumni Association (Worldwide) has strongly condemned the arrest and continued detention of students at the Ekpoma-based institution, describing the action as unlawful, oppressive, and a grave violation of their constitutional rights.
Alleged Infidelity: Wife kills husband, girlfriend, injures another in Ughelli North
A yet to be identified housewife, native of Isoko in Delta State has killed her husband, side chick and grievously injured one other person in Ighwre-Ovie area of Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State.
