The House of Representatives was thrown into a rowdy session on Tuesday following a controversial remark by the House Spokesperson and Chairman of the Media and Publicity Committee, Rep. Akin Rotimi, concerning the contentious tax bills.

Peter Obi, the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has called on the federal government to hold a public hearing before enacting the proposed tax reform bills. In a statement released on Monday, Obi emphasized the significance of tax reform, noting that while it is a critical issue, it should be approached […]

Since the public debate around the transformative tax bills before the National Assembly began in the last few weeks, various political actors and commentators have tried to obfuscate the facts, deliberately misinforming and misleading the public.

The Obi of Onitsha, His Royal Majesty Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe, has taken a swipe at Nigeria’s political class, urging those in leadership positions to prioritize public interest over personal and individualistic interests if Nigeria is to grow beyond its current state.

In an effort to inform the public about the proposed tax reform, the Kogi State Ministry of Finance, Budget, and Economic Planning organized a one-day citizens’ engagement and interactive session on the Tax Reform Bills on Monday.

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has sworn in three judges for the Edo State High Court, concluding a 17-month wait following their clearance by the National Judicial Council (NJC) in June 2023.

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, has identified inadequate funding as one of the most significant challenges hindering local government autonomy in Nigeria, calling for urgent reforms to enhance local government administration.

“If the president wants to use his power to pass the tax bill, he may have his way, but it has its consequences on the people.”

Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing the Edo North senatorial district, has expressed strong support for the financial autonomy of local governments in Nigeria.

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, on Sunday explained why the northern governors advised President Bola Tinubu to withdraw the controversial tax reform bills.

Members of various support groups of the Obidient Movement in Delta State reconvened in Asaba, the state capital, over the weekend to strategize on ousting the All Progressives Congress (APC) from governance in the 2027 general elections.

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has responded to a revelation by former Head of State, General Yakubu Gowon (Rtd.), that he (Gowon) intervened with the late General Sani Abacha to spare Obasanjo’s life during his imprisonment.

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged lawmakers to prioritise equity and inclusivity in deliberations on President Bola Tinubu’s tax reform bills,

The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has distanced itself from a purported Biafra declaration in Finland, describing it as a scam orchestrated by an infamous and unknown group.

The Nigerian Constitution, in its current form, has been a subject of debate and controversy, particularly with regards to the autonomy of local governments. The 1999 Constitution, as amended, has been criticized for its centralized structure, which many argue has hindered the effective functioning of local governments.