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The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has announced that low-earning pensioners are now allowed to withdraw their entire retirement savings in one lump sum or continue receiving their monthly pension, pending the approval of the Minimum Pension Guarantee. A memo, dated November 27, 2024, and signed by A.M. Salem, the Head...
Operatives of the Nigerian Police Force have reportedly arrested human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi, on allegations of defaming Tony Elumelu, the Chief Executive Officer of United Bank for Africa. The arrest was announced by Omoyele Sowore, the 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, in a post on his...
Supporters of Simon Ekpa, the controversial pro-Biafra agitator have staged a protest in Finland calling for his release from detention. Meanwhile, Finnish authorities have outlined the reasons why Ekpa cannot be granted bail in Finland. Mikko Laaksonen, a Senior Detective Superintendent at Finland's National Bureau of Investigation, told Punch newspaper on...
The Rivers State High Court in Port Harcourt has declared the suspension of Awaji-Inombek Abiante, the federal lawmaker representing the Andoni-Opobo/Nkoro federal constituency in the House of Representatives, from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as null and void. Abiante, a close ally of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, was allegedly...
Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Pantami, has asked the National Assembly to suspend tax reform bills for now for wider consultations. Pantami took to popular social media platform X to share his view on the controversial Tax Reform Bills. Read Also: Kano Assembly Rejects Tinubu’s Tax Reform...
The Vice-Chancellor of Al-Qalam University, Katsina, Prof. Nasiru Musa-Yauri, has announced that the institution will posthumously award a Doctorate Degree in Letters to the late President Umaru Yar’adua during its 16th convocation. Prof. Musa-Yauri made the revelation at a press briefing in Katsina on Monday, confirming that the award will...
Peter Obi
Peter Obi, a former governor of Anambra State and prominent politician, has urged the Bola Tinubu administration to engage the public in a national debate before finalizing the tax reform bills into law. He made this call in a statement posted on his official X account on Monday. Obi emphasized that...
Bishop Kukah
Bishop Matthew Kukah, Founder of the Kukah Centre, has stated that the controversial tax reform bills introduced by Bola Tinubu's administration will curb the financial recklessness of the elite. He made this remark as a guest on Channels Television’s Morning Brief on Tuesday. Kukah urged the Federal Government to ensure that...
The Kano State House of Assembly on Monday rejected the Tax Reform bills currently under review in the National Assembly. At a plenary session led by Speaker Isma'il Falgore, the lawmakers voiced their strong opposition to the bills after extensive deliberation. The Majority Leader, Lawan Husseini (ANPP-Dala), introduced a motion of...
Donald Trump
President-elect Donald Trump warned Gaza militants on Monday of severe consequences if hostages are not released by the time he assumes office. His statement came after months of intense diplomatic efforts by outgoing President Joe Biden's administration, which have yet to result in an agreement to end the war in...
Nigeria has requested South Africa's support for its bid to secure full membership in the G20, BRICS, and the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB). Additionally, Nigeria seeks South Africa’s backing for its involvement in leading thematic discussions of mutual interest during South Africa’s G20 presidency. This request was conveyed by Ambassador...
Bayo Onanuga
The presidency has dismissed allegations that certain provisions in the Tax Reform Bills are designed to undermine the northern region of the country. President Bola Tinubu submitted the bills to the National Assembly a few weeks ago, but they have sparked controversy. Some critics argue that the bills are detrimental to...
President Tinubu has arrived in Cape Town, South Africa, for the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC). Read Also: Zulum Lists States That Will Benefit From Tinubu’s Tax Reforms He was warmly welcomed by South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Roland Lamola, and Nigeria’s Minister of State...
Governor Abdullahi Sule
The Governor of Nasarawa State, Abdullahi Sule, has clarified that it is incorrect to claim that the governors of the 36 states are opposed to the Tax Reform Bills. He explained that their position is simply to seek clarification on certain aspects of the legislation. During a Townhall on the Tax...
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced its largest recovery in the agency's history. In a statement released on Monday, the EFCC revealed it had seized 753 units of duplexes and other apartments located in Abuja. Read Also: Court Delivers Ruling On Bobrisky’s Fundamental Rights Suit Against EFCC “Justice Jude Onwuegbuzie,...
Bitter kola, scientifically known as Garcinia kola, is a plant native to West Africa, where its seeds have been used for centuries in traditional medicine. This remarkable plant offers a wide range of health benefits. In this article, we will delve into how bitter kola contributes to overall well-being. Growing primarily...
Here are some common questions about cancer: How can I detect cancer before it becomes a serious health issue? Early detection varies depending on the type of cancer. Some cancers present symptoms early, while others may not show signs until they are in more advanced stages. Many symptoms can also be...
Some members of the Vikings confraternity were captured in a video holding a meeting within a higher institution's premises. While confraternities are typically known for their secretive gatherings, these Vikings confraternity members boldly chose to meet in broad daylight, inside the school, without any apparent fear of being caught. Read Also: What...
The video shows a young man, caught in the act of stealing, being forced to dance. Read Also: Kenyan Man Seen Building An Ark Like That Of Noah, Gives Troubling Reason (VIDEO) Left with no escape, he reluctantly complies, helpless in front of those who caught him taking what wasn’t his. See video...
While many places put up a few lights and call it a holiday celebration, true Christmas lovers seek out destinations where the festive spirit runs deeper. These travelers want Christmas markets that beckon, streets glowing with twinkling lights, holiday feasts that tempt every taste bud, and age-old traditions—like Advent—taken seriously...
Babagana Zulum
Governor Babagana Zulum of Borno has refuted claims suggesting that Northern governors are opposed to President Bola Tinubu's proposed tax reform policies currently before the National Assembly. In an interview with Channels TV on Sunday, Governor Zulum recalled that ahead of the 2023 general elections, he was among the few...
Lucky Aiyedatiwa
The Federal High Court in Akure, Ondo State, has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the qualifications of Lucky Aiyedatiwa and his deputy, Olayide Adelami, both of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in the state's November 16 governorship election. The suit was filed by Agboola Ajayi, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate...
Finnish authorities have outlined the reasons why Simon Ekpa, the controversial pro-Biafra agitator, cannot be granted bail in Finland. Mikko Laaksonen, a Senior Detective Superintendent at Finland's National Bureau of Investigation, told Punch newspaper on Saturday that the Finnish legal system does not allow bail for suspects accused of the...
Babagana Zulum
Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, has advised President Bola Tinubu against exerting undue pressure to pass tax reform bills through the National Assembly, warning that such actions could negatively impact the masses. In an interview with Channels Television on Sunday, Governor Zulum acknowledged President Tinubu's capacity to drive the legislation...
Pastor Enoch Adeboye
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, has expressed concern over the arrest of one of the church’s pastors overseas. He revealed that the pastor was detained for addressing the audience at an event as “Ladies and gentlemen.” The statement was deemed discriminatory because it...
Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has asserted that Nigerians were living fake lives prior to the removal of the petrol subsidy in 2023. He made this statement during his address at the 34th and 35th combined convocation ceremonies of the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) in Ondo State on Saturday. Tinubu explained...
Olusegun Obasanjo
Legal expert, Chief Wole Olanipekun (SAN), has stated that the single-term presidency suggested to former President Olusegun Obasanjo by the Nigerian Bar Association would have brought stability to Nigeria if it had been adopted. Olanipekun, a former president of the NBA, emphasized that Nigeria’s constitution needs to be revised to...
The manager of the Old Port Harcourt Refinery has confirmed that the facility is now fully operational, amid ongoing claims and counterclaims surrounding the revival of the 60,000 barrels per day refinery. Last week, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) stated that the refinery is currently operating at 90...
Port Harcourt Refinery
The Port Harcourt refinery has fully resumed operations following a short period of "scaling down," according to Mr. Ibrahim Onoja, the Managing Director of the company. Speaking to journalists after a tour of the facility on Sunday night, Mr. Onoja confirmed that the refinery had resumed the distribution of products,...
The management of DESMIMS BROADCAST NIG. LTD, which owns DITV Kaduna and Alheri Radio, has announced the indefinite suspension of operations until further notice. DITV Kaduna, the first private TV station to launch in the region on June 2, 1994, will be temporarily off the air due to the escalating...