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Peter Obi Condemns in Strong Terms the Arrest of Dele Farotimi

December 4, 2024 Okolosi Gloria

Peter Obi, Labour Party’s presidential candidate in 2023, has strongly condemned the arrest of his political ally, Dele Farotimi, over a defamation petition.   In a statement on Tuesday, Obi…

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Court Documents Reveal 753 Duplexes Recovered from Ex-CBN Governor Emefiele

December 4, 2024 Omajemite Don

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered 753 duplexes and other apartments on Plot 109 Cadastral Zone C09, Lokogoma District, Abuja, from former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)…

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NBA Condemns Arrest, Harassment of Dele Farotimi: Calls for Immediate Release

December 4, 2024 Omajemite Don

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has expressed deep concern over the arrest of human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi on allegations of libel, as well as the reported invasion of his…

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BREAKING: South Africa Eases Visa Process for Nigerians, Drops Passport Requirement

December 3, 2024 Taiwo Oyedepo

In a significant move to bolster bilateral relations and economic cooperation, South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced a major change in visa requirements for Nigerian travelers. Speaking at the…

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Npower, CCT: Reps Give Tinubu 72 Hours to Unfreeze NSIPA Accounts

December 3, 2024 Okolosi Gloria

The House of Representatives has given President Bola Tinubu a 72-hour ultimatum to unfreeze all National Social Investment Programmes Agency (NSIPA) accounts.   On Tuesday, the lower legislative chamber asked…

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BREAKING: Tinubu Takes New Action on Tax Reform Bills, Issues Major Directive

December 3, 2024 Omajemite Don

President Bola Tinubu has instructed the Ministry of Justice to collaborate with the National Assembly to address concerns raised about the tax reform bill. This directive aims to ensure that…

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Police Arrest Tinubu’s Critic, Human Rights Lawyer Dele Farotimi, Nearly 24 Hours After Alleged Threat to Life

December 3, 2024 Omajemite Don

The Nigerian Police have arrested prominent human rights lawyer, Dele Farotimi, just nearly 24 hours after he reported an alleged threat to his life. Farotimi, known for his outspoken criticism…

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APC Chieftain Names Alleged Owner of Abuja 753 Duplexes Forfeited to EFCC

December 3, 2024 Taiwo Oyedepo

Joe Igbokwe, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has alleged that the former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele, owns the newly seized Abuja estate with…

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BREAKING: Peter Obi Shuns Northern Nigeria Outcry, Endorses Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bill

December 3, 2024 Omajemite Don

The 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi has voiced cautious support for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s proposed tax reform bills, while urging transparency, inclusivity, and broad public participation in…

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President Tinubu Appoints Adeboye Adeyinka

December 3, 2024 Chiamaka Chinonso

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has named Adeboye Adeyinka, alias Zulu, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development. Zulu is a well-experienced sports administrator who was until his…

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Taiwo Oyedele Clarifies Stance on Using Tinubu-Linked Alpha-Beta for Tax Collection

December 3, 2024 Omajemite Don

Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the presidential committee on tax policy and fiscal reforms, has refuted any plans to employ Alpha-Beta Consulting or other consultants for tax collection. During a town…

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Presidency Fires Back at Zulum, Others: Stop Misinforming the Public on Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bills

December 2, 2024 Jake Clifford

The presidency on Monday shed more light on the tax reform bills proposed by President Bola Tinubu, currently before the National Assembly.   A statement from the presidency explained that…

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Full List of Top Northern Leaders, Lawmakers Opposing Tinubu’s Tax Reform Bill

December 2, 2024 Omajemite Don

The Federal Government’s proposed tax reform bill, championed by President Bola Tinubu, has drawn fierce opposition from prominent northern political and thought leaders. They argue that the reforms could worsen…

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CBN to Sack 1,000 Staff, Create Room for Cronies, Offers N50bn Payoff

December 2, 2024 Jake Clifford

1000 staff will be sacked to Create Room for Cronies. In the absence of any last-minute adjustments, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) is expected to dismiss approximately 1,000 of…

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Go Ahead, Pass the Tax Reform Bill, But There Will Be Consequences — Zulum Warns Tinubu Ahead of 2027

December 2, 2024 Omajemite Don

Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Zulum, has warned President Bola Tinubu about the consequences of the proposed tax reform bills. During an interview with Channels Television on Sunday, December 1,…

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Another Top Company, Holcim, Exits Nigeria After $1 Billion Sell-Off, Cites Stagnant Economy Under Tinubu

December 2, 2024 Chiamaka Chinonso

After a $1 billion sell-off, another leading company, Holcim, leaves Nigeria, complaining about the country’s sluggish economy under Tinubu. After a $1 billion sell-off, another leading company, Holcim, leaves Nigeria,…

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Port Harcourt Refinery and the Truth You Must Know

December 2, 2024 Press Release / Opinion

By Eguono King The story of the Port Harcourt Refinery’s alleged operation stands out as a significant lesson in the developing tale of Nigeria’s petroleum industry. It is replete with…

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NYSC Drops Maiden Name Change Requirement for Married Female Corps Members

December 2, 2024 Omajemite Don

NYSC announces redeployment option for married female corps members. In a landmark policy shift, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced the removal of a long-standing requirement for married…

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BREAKING: FG Orders All Nigerian Banks, Moniepoint, Opay, Others to Start Deducting N50 from Nigerians Starting Today

December 1, 2024 Omajemite Don

The Federal Government led by President Bola Tinubu has directed all Nigerian Banks, Moniepoint, Opay and Others financial Services to Start Deducting N50 from Nigerians Starting Today, December 1, 2024.…

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Atiku, Peter Obi Break Silence on 2027 Presidential Ambitions Following Adamawa Meeting

December 1, 2024 Omajemite Don

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)’s 2023 presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, and his Labour Party (LP) opponent, Peter Obi, have played down speculation about their preparations for the 2027 presidential election.…

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