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target=_blank>NRS, CITN sensitises members on e-invoicing to curb tax invasion, boost efficiency
By Henry Uche As Nigeria navigates a new era of tax reforms, the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria(CITN), in collaboration with the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has engaged tax experts in an e- Invoicing practical workshop with the aim of curbing invasion, boost efficiency and grow the economy. With the theme: Unlocking Business Value
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target=_blank>Nigeria will overcome insecurity, economic crisis — CAN
By Lukman Olabiyi The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Lagos State chapter, has expressed optimism that Nigeria will overcome its security and economic challenges. The state chairman of CAN, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, gave the assurance on while informing the public about the forthcoming 2026 Inter-Denominational Divine Service (IDDS), scheduled for Saturday, February 21, at the
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target=_blank>Copyright levy disbursement signals new era for Nigerian authors and publishers
By Damiete Braide The Reproduction Rights Society of Nigeria (REPRONIG) has hailed the Federal Government’s recent disbursement under the copyright levy scheme as a historic breakthrough for authors and publishers across the country. The development, which saw the release of the first tranche of ₦1.2 billion from the Copyright Levy Fund, marks a significant step
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target=_blank>Woman arrested over murder of Nigerian driver in South Africa
By John Ogunsemore Police in South Africa have arrested a woman in connection with the brutal killing of a 22-year-old Nigerian e-hailing taxi driver identified as Isaac. Isaac’s body was found riddled with bullets in Atteridgeville, Pretoria West on Wednesday, February 11, after being attacked by some individuals who also hijacked his vehicle. Police spokesperson,
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target=_blank>Argungu Fishing Festival: Fishermen storm River Mata Fada ahead of time
From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi Over 50,000 fishermen from different parts of the country and neighbouring nations stormed River Mata Fada before the arrival of the other important dignitaries. The fishermen rushed to the river at about 12:02 pm, instead of waiting for gun shots or raising of red flag to signal for them before
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target=_blank>Nigerian prison officer reveals why he quit paying tithe after moving to UK
By Seyi Babalola A Nigerian prison officer based in the United Kingdom has spoken out about his personal decision to stop paying monthly tithes to his local church after moving abroad. In a revealing tweet that has gone viral, the officer—who identifies on X as @Prestigious_Gt—explained that while he diligently paid tithes every month when
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target=_blank>Kenya’s star Ezra Kering claims victory at 2026 Lagos Marathon
By Seyi Babalola Kenya’s Ezra Kipchumba Kering won the 11th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon on Saturday, finishing the 42-kilometer race in 2:11:55. According to an Access Bank statement, Kering “delivered a masterclass in focus and endurance,” however he was unable to beat the fastest officially recorded marathon time of 2:00:35, established
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target=_blank>UniAbuja Council refute allegation of diverting student loan funds
From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Governing Council of the University of Abuja (UniAbuja) under the chairmanship of Senator Olanrewaju Tejuoso, has dismissed a recent media report alleging the diversion of Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) for students by the University management. Acting Registrar and Secretary to Council, Sambo Mohammed, in a statement noted that no
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target=_blank>Guterres urges Nigeria to lead Africa’s push for new global order, backs UN security seat bid at 39th AU Summit in Addis Ababa
From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called on Nigeria to lead Africa’s drive for a restructured global order, hailing the country as uniquely positioned to propel the continent toward superpower status. Guterres made the remarks Friday during a high-level bilateral meeting with Vice President Kashim Shettima on the sidelines of the
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target=_blank>Nigeria’s insecurity rooted in generational grievances –Senator Jimoh Ibrahim
By Chidiebere Onyemaizu The Chairman Senate committee on Interpaliamentary Affairs, Senator Jimoh Ibrahim, has said that Nigeria’s challenges were not the creation of President Bola Tinubu but rooted in longstanding generational grievances dating back to 1914. Senator Ibrahim, who represents Ondo South Senatorial District in the Senate , made the assertion during an ongoing IPU
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target=_blank>El-Rufai Admitted To Criminal Offence Over Phone Tapping Claim – Omokri
President Tinubu’s ambassadorial designate, Reno Omokri, has alleged that former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, admitted to committing a criminal offence relating to illegal wire-tapping of National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu. Omokri on Saturday accused associates of El-Rufai of attempting to “spin” the controversy through damage control following remarks the ex-governor reportedly made during…
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target=_blank>Otti Commission’s Omenuko Bridge, Abam -Arochukwu Road
…Vows To Address Years Of Infrastructure Decay, Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has said that the commissioning of the new Omenuko (Igwu River) Bridge stands as a testament to the resolute determination of his administration to address decades of neglect and set a new governance standard for the State. Speaking at the commissioning of…
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target=_blank>Foundation Donates ICT Centre To School In Lagos
An NGO, Biodun Coker Foundation (BCF), has donated an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Centre to Holy Trinity Primary School, Lagos Island, to expose pupils to digital skills early in life. Speaking before the inauguration of the centre, Mr Biodun Coker, the founder of the foundationsaid the foundation was set to improve education among youth…
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target=_blank>Shettima Attends AU Heads Of State Plenary Session
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday 14, February, 2026 attended the plenary of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This was disclosed in a social media post by his spokesperson, Stanley Nkwocha. READ ALSO: AU Summit: Nigeria Must Lead Africa’s…
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target=_blank>Publishers, Authors Debunk Claim Of Igbo Nation’s Exclusion From History Book
Both the publisher, Accessible Publishers Ltd, and the authors, J. M. Itsekure, Mr Olaitan Olukeye Olajide and Mrs Taiwo Eucharia Taiwo (who are professional historians as teachers and researchers), have debunked as false claims made on a Facebook video post by Vivian Ifeoma that the Igbo nation is excluded from Living History for Junior Secondary…
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target=_blank>Group Berates PENGASSAN For Keeping Silent Over Oil Staff Maltreatment
A group known as Movement of Intellectuals for National Development (MIND) has berated the national secretariat of the Petroleum and Natural Gas Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (PENGASSAN) for its attempts to distance itself from the petition submitted to the President of the Nigerian Senate regarding the persistent and well-documented ill-treatment of Nigerian employees by…
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target=_blank>Insecurity: Tinubu Gives Nod To State Police
With the necessary legislative framework from the National Assembly, Nigeria would soon have State Police to complement and decisively tackle insecurity, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu having given his nod. The President disclosed this decision at the 70th birthday celebration of former Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Azubuike Ihejirika, rtd, in Umuahia, saying whatever sacrifice…
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target=_blank>Hon. Mohammed Donates POS Terminals, Grants To Empower Constituents
The Honourable Member representing Birnin Kebbi, Kalgo and Bunza Federal Constituency in the National Assembly, Ibrahim Bello Mohammed, has extended financial support to selected constituents through the distribution of Point-of-Sale (POS) terminal machines and start-up grants of ₦100,000 each. Speaking on the initiative, Hon. Mohammed, ably represented by his Personal Assistant, Yusha’u Zaki Magaji, reaffirmed…
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target=_blank>UNIBEN Students Protest Incessant Power Outage, Lack Of Water
Students of the University of Benin (UNIBEN), Ekheuan campus, on Saturday blocked the entrance gate of the University over a power outage and lack of water for the past three days. Workers of the University, operators of businesses, including several people who had several social engagements in the various spaces in the compound, who had…
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target=_blank>2027 Polls: We’ll Consult Over Ramadan Overlap – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has promised to address the concerns over its recently released timetable and schedule of activities for the 2027 general election, regarding the dates during Ramadan fasting. Former Vice President Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and a former presidential aide, Bashir Ahmad, had in different statements issued on X, expressed concern that…
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