By Ainoko Idoko As President Bola Tinubu’s administration charts a bold course towards economic diversification, one man stands out as a driving force behind Nigeria’s vision for a financially robust future: Dr. Zacch Adedeji, Executive Chairman and CEO of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). Since assuming office in September 2023, Adedeji has spearheaded a […]

By DARE ADEKANMBI The transmission of four bills that aim to overhaul Nigeria’s tax system to the National Assembly two weeks ago by President Bola Tinubu has sparked debates in the polity about the purpose of the bills. Some have expressed fears that the bills may encapsulate proposals calling for a raise in tax rates in […]

By Rosemary Imhanwa Innovation is now required in the fast-paced, constantly-changing corporate environment of today. For businesses looking to stay competitive, incorporating state-of-the-art technology into project management practices has become essential. Utilising technology like artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and green energy solutions to improve productivity, simplify procedures, and advance sustainability is currently the main […]

 By Ferguson Nomishan What started as a routine exercise to expand the frontiers of constitutional governance and the boundaries of Nigeria’s federal arrangement when an initial 16 states sought the intervention of the Supreme Court in interpreting the legality of the unilateral establishment in 2004 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken […]

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By Arabinrin Aderonke Your Excellencies, Governors of Northern Nigeria states, I write to you with a vision we all share: building a prosperous, fair, and united Nigeria. It’s understandable to have concerns about the recent Tax Reform Bill, especially regarding the proposed shift to a derivation-based model for VAT distribution and how it might impact […]

By EJIKE ANYADUBA Nigeria relishes the moniker – the Giant of Africa – which she blazons like an armorial bearing. With enormous resources and a population of about 250 million people (Professor Lumumba, the Kenyan lawyer and activist, thinks she is more than that figure), she can afford to boast about being a true giant.  […]

The US presidential election is only a few days away and polls show Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump statistically tied with no clear sign of a victor.

By Rasheed Olanrewaju Zubair You won’t be wrong if you dub or re-christen her “Philanthropist” for that is what her life trajectory truly represents. The many lives she has touched, milestones she has covered, her achievements, her mentorship, and the many challenges she has faced in her 38 years of earthly existence give credence to […]

By Nnadozie Anthony In the complex and often tumultuous landscape of Nigerian politics, Professor Yakubu Mahmood has emerged as a transformative figure in the quest for electoral reform. As the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Mahmood has dedicated his tenure to enhancing the integrity, transparency, and overall credibility of Nigeria’s electoral process. […]

By Achi William-Wobodo Being a judge, is a tough personal call to make. It is a highly demanding and ethical job to do, which makes a judge vulnerable and prone to bullying. A judge is trained to rise up in defence of the defenseless, yet he cannot defend himself. The rot in our society has […]

By Nasiru Mohammed Defiant and determined, the force against the Chief of Staff to the President, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, are not unfamiliar, writes Nasiru Mohammed. Anyone who knows the Chief of Staff to the president, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, fairly enough, will always scoff at the many nonsenses so far alleged against his name. At best, […]

By Bulus Ibrahim Kaduna State is positioning itself as a model of fiscal innovation and sustainable development, thanks to a newly unveiled five-year financial strategy.  At a recent event organised by the Ministry of Finance in collaboration with Deloitte, a renowned audit, consulting, tax, and advisory firm, Governor Uba Sani’s administration presented its roadmap for […]

By Lekan Adeniran The Gateway Inland Dry Port Container Terminal, whose groundbreaking ceremony was performed on 11 October, represents a significant stride in the quest by Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration to industrialize Ogun State. This initiative aims to enhance the logistical capabilities of the state, providing a crucial link between the maritime industry and the […]

By Julius Ogunro The US presidential election is only a few days away and polls show Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump statistically tied with no clear sign of a victor. This is probably the closest US presidential election ever. Harris, the Democratic Party’s candidate, and Republican Trump are campaigning tirelessly in […]