Nigerian Tax Acts 2025 to benefit economy, citizens — NTPIC
Chairman of the National Tax Policy Implementation Committee (NTPIC), Mr. Joseph Tegbe, has said the Nigerian Tax Reform Acts 2025 will significantly strengthen the economy while protecting citizens, describing the legislation as a major shift toward a more sustainable fiscal framework. In an article, Tegbe explained that the Acts represent a comprehensive overhaul of Nigeria’s fiscal […]
JOHESU kicks over FG’s selective retirement age review
By Chioma Obinna The Joint Health Sector Unions, JOHESU, yesterday, faulted the Federal Government’s recent circular reviewing the retirement age in Nigeria’s health sector, warning that the policy selectively favours one cadre. The union also said the development threatens equity, teamwork and efficiency in healthcare delivery. In an open letter to the Office of the […]
Niger State massacre: A national disgrace, indictment on FG — CUPP
The Coalition of United Political Parties, CUPP, has condemned the massacre of defenceless citizens in Kasuwan Daaji community of Niger State by suspected bandits.
Northern coalition accuses Wike of intimidation
By Gabriel Ewepu ABUJA—THE Coalition of Northern Groups, CNG, yesterday, accused the Minister of Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, of intimidation and vowed to defend the Governor of Bauchi State, Senator Bala Mohammed. In a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, the coalition accused Wike of repeatedly overstepping the boundaries of […]
Yobe boat tragedy exposes waterway safety failures — Atiku, Obi
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA—Former vice president Atiku Abubakar and former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, have described the deadly boat mishap in Yobe State as an avoidable tragedy that exposes deep-rooted failures in Nigeria’s inland waterway safety systems. Reacting in separate statements yesterday, the two elder statesmen expressed grief over the loss of lives […]
Monarch calls for peace among Ogonis, pledges improved welfare for traditional rulers
By Daniel Abia, Port Harcourt As part of activities marking the New Year celebrations, the Chairman of the Khana Traditional Rulers Council, His Majesty King Suanu Timothy Yormaadam Baridam, has called on all stakeholders in Ogoni land to promote peace, unity and harmonious coexistence. The monarch made the call on Tuesday while receiving a delegation […]
