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Why controversial tax law should be paused immediately – Peter Obi
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Why controversial tax law should be paused immediately – Peter Obi

Ochogwu Sunday

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party and former governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has called on the Federal Government to immediately halt the enforcement of the controversial new tax law. In a statement on Tuesday, Obi said it is now undeniable that the…

Taraba governor criticised over inaction on Tiv community attacks
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Taraba governor criticised over inaction on Tiv community attacks

Great Ozozoyin

Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State is facing scrutiny following remarks made during his Christmas Day address, in which he explained why he has not intervened in recent attacks against Tiv communities in the state. The statement, delivered in Wukari on December 25, 2025,…

Naira records two consecutive appreciations against US dollar
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Naira records two consecutive appreciations against US dollar

Ogaga Ariemu

The naira on Tuesday recorded two consecutive appreciations against the United States dollar at the official foreign exchange market. The Central Bank of Nigeria’s data showed that the Naira strengthened on Tuesday to N1,419.66 per dollar, up from N1,423.17 traded last week…

ICPC arraigns El-Rufai ally over alleged N311bn money laundering
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ICPC arraigns El-Rufai ally over alleged N311bn money laundering

Nana Ismail

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has taken Amadu Sule, Managing Director of TMDK Terminal Limited, to court over an alleged N311billion money laundering scheme. Sule, described by investigators as a close associate of former…

APC launches e-registration, expands membership in Ogun State
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APC launches e-registration, expands membership in Ogun State

Nana Ismail

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State has commenced a statewide electronic registration and re-registration of members to expand its membership and strengthen the party ahead of future political activities. The exercise was launched on Tuesday by Governor Dapo…

Police intercept vehicle carrying explosives in Katsina
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Police intercept vehicle carrying explosives in Katsina

Nana Ismail

Police officers in Katsina State have intercepted a vehicle carrying a large quantity of explosive materials during a routine security operation. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the police spokesperson, DSP Abubakar Aliyu, said the interception occurred at a checkpoint in…

Chelsea reacts to Eddie McCreadie’s death
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Chelsea reacts to Eddie McCreadie’s death

Don Silas

Chelsea Football Club has reacted to the death of their former player and manager Eddie McCreadie. McCreadie passed away on Tuesday at the age of 85. Chelsea described the former left-back as a great figure in the club’s history and also a leader. During his playing days,…

Wear nose masks – Adamawa govt tells residents as air pollution rises
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Wear nose masks – Adamawa govt tells residents as air pollution rises

Jim Ochetenwu

The Adamawa State Government has urged residents to wear face masks and take other precautionary measures against rising air pollution. In a Public and Environmental Notice issued by the state Ministry of Environment, the government stated, “The current atmospheric condition…

Kebbi State reopens Maga girls’ school following abduction
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Kebbi State reopens Maga girls’ school following abduction

Nana Ismail

The Kebbi State Government has reopened Government Girls’ Comprehensive Secondary School, Maga, months after 24 students were abducted and later rescued. The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Dr Halima Bande, announced the reopening on Tuesday following a…

Police arrest 41 in Benue ‘slaughterhouse’ crackdown
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Police arrest 41 in Benue ‘slaughterhouse’ crackdown

Ejembi Ogwuche

Policemen in Benue State have arrested 41 suspects in connection with the alleged slaughterhouses in operation in Makurdi, the capital city. The Spokesperson of the Benue State Police Command, DSP, Udeme Edet, said this in a statement on Tuesday while responding to the…