Akpabio denies promising APC tickets to senators defeated in primaries
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has dismissed reports suggesting he promised automatic senatorial tickets to lawmakers who lost in the recent All Progressives Congress (APC) primary elections.
Lawmakers in rowdy session over Tax Bill comment by Rep Rotimi
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.
Tax reform: Don’t be in a rush, hold public hearing – Peter Obi tells FG
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 […]
Full script: What Presidency said about Tax Reform Bills
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.
Stop milking Nigeria like cow, it’ll soon dry, Obi Onitsha warns politicians
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.
Tax reform bill will benefit low-income earners – Kogi revenue boss
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.
Okpebholo swears in three judges, ending 17-month delay
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.
LG autonomy: Inadequate funding remains major obstacle – Speaker Abbas
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.
Tinubu can pass tax bills, but Nigerians will bear consequences – Zulum warns
“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.”
It’s better to have 774 thieves than one big thief – Adams Oshiomhole
Senator Adams Oshiomhole, representing the Edo North senatorial district, has expressed strong support for the financial autonomy of local governments in Nigeria.
Only Lagos, Rivers will benefit from Tinubu’s tax reform bills – Zulum
Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, on Sunday explained why the northern governors advised President Bola Tinubu to withdraw the controversial tax reform bills.
