Trending News: Rich Nigerians Are Not Paying Enough Taxes, Says Senator Jimoh IbrahimNigeria, South Africa Set Deadline for MoU on Criminality and Violence PreventionSouth Africa Eases Visa Rules for Nigerian Tourists and Business Travelers2025–2027 MTEF/FSP: Senate Approves Exchange Rate Set at N1,400 to a Dollar, Oil Benchmark at $75 per BarrelNigeria Senate Confirms Gen. Oluyede as Chief of Army StaffEbonyi Governor Nwifuru Suspends Fourth Commissioner in One WeekFCT Police Foil Multiple ‘One-Chance’ Robberies, Rescue Pregnant WomanFormer House of Representatives Member Kidnapped, Police Escort KilledOrodata Science, Africa Data Hub expands Data Collection Initiative in Nigeria’s Primary Healthcare CentresTax Reform Bill Long Overdue: Senator Imasuen Commends Tinubu for Bold ActionDeputy Speaker Advocates for Local Government Autonomy, Calls for Collective CommitmentTax Reform Bill: Vital for Correcting an Unfair System, Says Senator DicksonFG, NGOs Champion Education, Skills for Women in correctional centres in NigeriaFrench Government Trains 150 Teachers in Nigeria to Boost Educational SkillsHEDA Urges EFCC, FBI to Probe Oshodin Couple Over Alleged Role in Dasuki’s Fund DiversionFG, Adamawa State Government Sign MoU to Upgrade Hospitals in Hong, Mubi to Federal Medical CentresUN plastic pollution summit fails to reach agreement despite majority supporting ambitious measuresBy-election: LP aspirant promises effective legislative intervention in AnambraWhy Northerners Are Concerns About Tinubu ‘s Reform BillsTax Reform Bills: Southern Borno Citizens Declare One-Day Fast for Zulum, NdumeTinubu’s France Visit a Catalyst for Economic Growth – Governor MbahNLC Directs FCT Area Council Workers to Embark on Strike Starting Dec. 1, 2024SERAP Urges President Tinubu to Expose Contractors Over N167 Billion FraudMHF, MWAN Partner on Nationwide School Health Program to Enhance Student Well-being in NigeriaTax reform bill is anti-North, evil — Arewa youthsBulletproof Charm” Turns Deadly: Native Doctor’s Experiment Ends in TragedyEFCC, ICPC to Oversee Sokoto Pilgrims’ Hajj Refund Disbursement – PWAS SaysTinubu: Nigeria’s Reforms Will Benefit Africa, Commends Macron’s Commitment to the ContinentTax Reform Bill Will Disadvantage Northern Region, Zulum Urges Tinubu to WithdrawTinubu Vows to Return Out-of-School Children to ClassroomsCourt Rejects EFCC’s Bid to Arraign Ex-Governor Bello Without His LawyersWorld AIDS Day 2024: A Call to Protect Human Rights, Overcome Barriers to HIV Elimination – WHONAHCON Paid out Sum of N5.3 Billion in Refunds for Poor Services Rendered During 2023 HajjTax Reform Bills Pass Second Reading: States to Receive 55% of VAT RevenueWWF Reacts to INC-5 Mid-Talks StocktakeSGBV: NHRC pledges commitment to train law enforcement officialsCivil Society Organization Congratulates NNPCL on Port Harcourt Refinery OperationsFossil Fuel Lobbyists Flood Final Scheduled Round of Global Plastics Treaty Negotiations7.2% of Ogun’s 7 Million Population Are Diabetic — ExpertFG to Collaborate with States, Stakeholders to Address Environmental Challenges2024 World Pneumonia/ Prematurity Day: 808,920 Deaths Linked to Pneumonia in Low, Middle Income Countries – FG HighlightsSenate Threatens Sanctions Against Julius Berger and CCECC MDs Over Failure to Honor InvitationLagos relaunches advocacy programme to address poor traffic knowledgeFMITI, BPE Partners to Drive Nigeria’s Industrial GrowthFG, Development Partners Launch Initiative to Advance Inclusive Sanitation, Hygiene Economy in NigeriaLAWMA to generate more economic value through recycling– MDDay 2 of INC 5 Marred by Logistical Challenges, Stalled Progress in Treaty NegotiationsStakeholders continue deliberation on out-of-school syndromeFG Advances Sustainable Power and Irrigation Project in NigeriaBill to Establish Federal University of Agriculture, Kura, Passes Second Reading in SenateNigeria’s Borrowing Amid Revenue Surpluses: A Closer Look, Will 2025 Budget Fund’s by Borrowing?NMCO Partners with DSS to Enhance Staff Cybersecurity SkillsHPV Vaccine: CHAI says 380,671 girls vaccinated in AnambraSenate Rectifies Error, Reaffirms Removal of Code of Conduct Tribunal ChairmanEFCC Arrests Former Kogi Governor Yahaya BelloJust In: CBN Raises Interest Rate to 27.50%Fake News: National Assembly debunks Politics Nigeria on Tinubu 2025 Budget PresentationFG Intensifies Efforts Towards Malaria Elimination in NigeriaLagos Govt. begins ’16 Days Activism’ against gender-based violencePrime Progress announces biodiversity reporting challengeSenate Vows to Enforce Sanctions on Akwa Ibom, Rivers, Bayelsa, Others Over 13% Derivation FundsCSO Urges NAHCON to Form Committee for Monitoring 2023 Hajj Refund Disbursement2027: Group felicitates Atiku on birthday, urges him to runCommission vows to return over 2m out-of-school children to classroomsTension Rises in Abia Community as Soldiers Clash with Gunmen2025-2027 MTEF, FSP: Akpabio Calls on Nigerians to Support Government Financial Interventions for Collective ProgressProminent Lawyer Calls for Judicial Reform, Overhaul of National Judicial CouncilOil Theft: Security Expert Urges Tinubu to Investigate Military ChiefsFG Launches Initiative to Promote Low-Sulphur Fuels, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in NigeriaEnrol more workers into ECS, Labour Minister charges NSITFLASG says sustainable environment achievable through collective effortNigeria, Brazil Sign MoU to Boost Agribusiness Across 774 Local Government AreasAFCFTA: FG commits to dismantle trade barriersCOP29 Update: World Leaders Reach $300 Billion Climate Finance Deal for Vulnerable NationsDeputy Senate President Donates 1,000 Motorcycles to Kano Police, Declares ‘No Hiding Place for Criminals’Neighbour Pushes 65-Year-Old Woman to Death During Fight in OgunOgun Customs Seizes Cannabis, Illicit Drugs Worth ₦117.6 MillionPolice Avert Disaster, Recover Bombs in MaiduguriBloody Clash in Onitsha: Three Feared Dead as Mob Attacks Anambra Revenue CollectorsEstablishment of Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education and Federal Polytechnic Onueke to Unlock Nigeria’s Expertise Potential – Senate Committee Chairman on TETFUNDWorld Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2024: Educate, Advocate, Act NowMilitant Group Attacks Oil Facility in DeltaWEP Launches Farm Beta Radio Programme to Support Farmers with Early Warning Climate InformationNHC Commends Tinubu, Zulum, Others for Supporting Health Promotion in NigeriaCourt Remands 109 Alleged Foreign Hackers in Prison Custody65th NCH Maiduguri: WHO Commends Borno State Government for Resilience Against Devastating FloodsLate Ijesa Monarch, Oba Aromolaran II, to Be Laid to Rest on December 14DSS Arrests Suspect Over Attempts Anti-NNPC ProtestNigeria’s Greatest Stars Gather in Lagos for National Unity FestivalRATTAWU celebrates World Television DayEnugu Council chairman flags off construction of road to boost Agriculture, investmentUNIZIK VC Saga: Federal University Gusau Disowns Claims of Odoh’s Tenure, Professorship65th NCH: Our Purpose is to Improve Population Health Outcomes – FG Says FG Commits to Harnessing Water Resources for Food Security, Poverty AlleviationFinland Detains IPOB Leader Simon Ekpa, Four Others on Terrorism ChargesReps Pass Bill to Increase FCT High Court JudgesPolice Confirm Three Dead in Nasarawa Farmers-Herders ClashTransportation, logistics, key to AfCFTA successSenate Removes CCT Chairman Danladi Umar Over Alleged MisconductPDP is a Brand, Not About Damagun or Wike – Senate Caucus
Wed. Dec 4th, 2024
Trending News: Rich Nigerians Are Not Paying Enough Taxes, Says Senator Jimoh IbrahimNigeria, South Africa Set Deadline for MoU on Criminality and Violence PreventionSouth Africa Eases Visa Rules for Nigerian Tourists and Business Travelers2025–2027 MTEF/FSP: Senate Approves Exchange Rate Set at N1,400 to a Dollar, Oil Benchmark at $75 per BarrelNigeria Senate Confirms Gen. Oluyede as Chief of Army StaffEbonyi Governor Nwifuru Suspends Fourth Commissioner in One WeekFCT Police Foil Multiple ‘One-Chance’ Robberies, Rescue Pregnant WomanFormer House of Representatives Member Kidnapped, Police Escort KilledOrodata Science, Africa Data Hub expands Data Collection Initiative in Nigeria’s Primary Healthcare CentresTax Reform Bill Long Overdue: Senator Imasuen Commends Tinubu for Bold ActionDeputy Speaker Advocates for Local Government Autonomy, Calls for Collective CommitmentTax Reform Bill: Vital for Correcting an Unfair System, Says Senator DicksonFG, NGOs Champion Education, Skills for Women in correctional centres in NigeriaFrench Government Trains 150 Teachers in Nigeria to Boost Educational SkillsHEDA Urges EFCC, FBI to Probe Oshodin Couple Over Alleged Role in Dasuki’s Fund DiversionFG, Adamawa State Government Sign MoU to Upgrade Hospitals in Hong, Mubi to Federal Medical CentresUN plastic pollution summit fails to reach agreement despite majority supporting ambitious measuresBy-election: LP aspirant promises effective legislative intervention in AnambraWhy Northerners Are Concerns About Tinubu ‘s Reform BillsTax Reform Bills: Southern Borno Citizens Declare One-Day Fast for Zulum, NdumeTinubu’s France Visit a Catalyst for Economic Growth – Governor MbahNLC Directs FCT Area Council Workers to Embark on Strike Starting Dec. 1, 2024SERAP Urges President Tinubu to Expose Contractors Over N167 Billion FraudMHF, MWAN Partner on Nationwide School Health Program to Enhance Student Well-being in NigeriaTax reform bill is anti-North, evil — Arewa youthsBulletproof Charm” Turns Deadly: Native Doctor’s Experiment Ends in TragedyEFCC, ICPC to Oversee Sokoto Pilgrims’ Hajj Refund Disbursement – PWAS SaysTinubu: Nigeria’s Reforms Will Benefit Africa, Commends Macron’s Commitment to the ContinentTax Reform Bill Will Disadvantage Northern Region, Zulum Urges Tinubu to WithdrawTinubu Vows to Return Out-of-School Children to ClassroomsCourt Rejects EFCC’s Bid to Arraign Ex-Governor Bello Without His LawyersWorld AIDS Day 2024: A Call to Protect Human Rights, Overcome Barriers to HIV Elimination – WHONAHCON Paid out Sum of N5.3 Billion in Refunds for Poor Services Rendered During 2023 HajjTax Reform Bills Pass Second Reading: States to Receive 55% of VAT RevenueWWF Reacts to INC-5 Mid-Talks StocktakeSGBV: NHRC pledges commitment to train law enforcement officialsCivil Society Organization Congratulates NNPCL on Port Harcourt Refinery OperationsFossil Fuel Lobbyists Flood Final Scheduled Round of Global Plastics Treaty Negotiations7.2% of Ogun’s 7 Million Population Are Diabetic — ExpertFG to Collaborate with States, Stakeholders to Address Environmental Challenges2024 World Pneumonia/ Prematurity Day: 808,920 Deaths Linked to Pneumonia in Low, Middle Income Countries – FG HighlightsSenate Threatens Sanctions Against Julius Berger and CCECC MDs Over Failure to Honor InvitationLagos relaunches advocacy programme to address poor traffic knowledgeFMITI, BPE Partners to Drive Nigeria’s Industrial GrowthFG, Development Partners Launch Initiative to Advance Inclusive Sanitation, Hygiene Economy in NigeriaLAWMA to generate more economic value through recycling– MDDay 2 of INC 5 Marred by Logistical Challenges, Stalled Progress in Treaty NegotiationsStakeholders continue deliberation on out-of-school syndromeFG Advances Sustainable Power and Irrigation Project in NigeriaBill to Establish Federal University of Agriculture, Kura, Passes Second Reading in SenateNigeria’s Borrowing Amid Revenue Surpluses: A Closer Look, Will 2025 Budget Fund’s by Borrowing?NMCO Partners with DSS to Enhance Staff Cybersecurity SkillsHPV Vaccine: CHAI says 380,671 girls vaccinated in AnambraSenate Rectifies Error, Reaffirms Removal of Code of Conduct Tribunal ChairmanEFCC Arrests Former Kogi Governor Yahaya BelloJust In: CBN Raises Interest Rate to 27.50%Fake News: National Assembly debunks Politics Nigeria on Tinubu 2025 Budget PresentationFG Intensifies Efforts Towards Malaria Elimination in NigeriaLagos Govt. begins ’16 Days Activism’ against gender-based violencePrime Progress announces biodiversity reporting challengeSenate Vows to Enforce Sanctions on Akwa Ibom, Rivers, Bayelsa, Others Over 13% Derivation FundsCSO Urges NAHCON to Form Committee for Monitoring 2023 Hajj Refund Disbursement2027: Group felicitates Atiku on birthday, urges him to runCommission vows to return over 2m out-of-school children to classroomsTension Rises in Abia Community as Soldiers Clash with Gunmen2025-2027 MTEF, FSP: Akpabio Calls on Nigerians to Support Government Financial Interventions for Collective ProgressProminent Lawyer Calls for Judicial Reform, Overhaul of National Judicial CouncilOil Theft: Security Expert Urges Tinubu to Investigate Military ChiefsFG Launches Initiative to Promote Low-Sulphur Fuels, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in NigeriaEnrol more workers into ECS, Labour Minister charges NSITFLASG says sustainable environment achievable through collective effortNigeria, Brazil Sign MoU to Boost Agribusiness Across 774 Local Government AreasAFCFTA: FG commits to dismantle trade barriersCOP29 Update: World Leaders Reach $300 Billion Climate Finance Deal for Vulnerable NationsDeputy Senate President Donates 1,000 Motorcycles to Kano Police, Declares ‘No Hiding Place for Criminals’Neighbour Pushes 65-Year-Old Woman to Death During Fight in OgunOgun Customs Seizes Cannabis, Illicit Drugs Worth ₦117.6 MillionPolice Avert Disaster, Recover Bombs in MaiduguriBloody Clash in Onitsha: Three Feared Dead as Mob Attacks Anambra Revenue CollectorsEstablishment of Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education and Federal Polytechnic Onueke to Unlock Nigeria’s Expertise Potential – Senate Committee Chairman on TETFUNDWorld Antimicrobial Awareness Week 2024: Educate, Advocate, Act NowMilitant Group Attacks Oil Facility in DeltaWEP Launches Farm Beta Radio Programme to Support Farmers with Early Warning Climate InformationNHC Commends Tinubu, Zulum, Others for Supporting Health Promotion in NigeriaCourt Remands 109 Alleged Foreign Hackers in Prison Custody65th NCH Maiduguri: WHO Commends Borno State Government for Resilience Against Devastating FloodsLate Ijesa Monarch, Oba Aromolaran II, to Be Laid to Rest on December 14DSS Arrests Suspect Over Attempts Anti-NNPC ProtestNigeria’s Greatest Stars Gather in Lagos for National Unity FestivalRATTAWU celebrates World Television DayEnugu Council chairman flags off construction of road to boost Agriculture, investmentUNIZIK VC Saga: Federal University Gusau Disowns Claims of Odoh’s Tenure, Professorship65th NCH: Our Purpose is to Improve Population Health Outcomes – FG Says FG Commits to Harnessing Water Resources for Food Security, Poverty AlleviationFinland Detains IPOB Leader Simon Ekpa, Four Others on Terrorism ChargesReps Pass Bill to Increase FCT High Court JudgesPolice Confirm Three Dead in Nasarawa Farmers-Herders ClashTransportation, logistics, key to AfCFTA successSenate Removes CCT Chairman Danladi Umar Over Alleged MisconductPDP is a Brand, Not About Damagun or Wike – Senate Caucus
Wed. Dec 4th, 2024
Tax Reform Bills Pass Second Reading: States to Receive 55% of VAT Revenue
Tax Reform Bills Pass Second Reading: States to Receive 55% of VAT Revenue

By Fatima Saka The Senate on Thursday advanced four key legislative proposals under the Tax Reform Bills, seeking to redistribute value-added tax (VAT) revenue, allocating 55% to state governments and…

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SGBV: NHRC pledges commitment to train law enforcement officials
SGBV: NHRC pledges commitment to train law enforcement officials

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has reiterated commitment to address Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) through continuous sensitisation and training of law enforcement officials. Mrs Yemisi Akhile, the Deputy…

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Civil Society Organization Congratulates NNPCL on Port Harcourt Refinery Operations
Civil Society Organization Congratulates NNPCL on Port Harcourt Refinery Operations

Press Statement The Centre for Social and Economic Rights (CSER) has commended Mallam Mele Kyari, Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), and his…

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7.2% of Ogun’s 7 Million Population Are Diabetic — Expert
7.2% of Ogun’s 7 Million Population Are Diabetic — Expert

The acting Director of the Talabi Diabetes Centre in Isara Remo, Ogun State, Dr. Ayotunde Ale, has raised concerns about the growing prevalence of diabetes in the state. Speaking at…

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2024 World Pneumonia/ Prematurity Day: 808,920 Deaths Linked to Pneumonia in Low, Middle Income Countries – FG Highlights
2024 World Pneumonia/ Prematurity Day: 808,920 Deaths Linked to Pneumonia in Low, Middle Income Countries – FG Highlights

…Launches 400 CPAP Machines for 139 Health Facilities By Fatima Saka The Federal Government of Nigeria has disclosed that globally, childhood pneumonia causes over 100 million episodes and 808,920 related…

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FG, Development Partners Launch Initiative to Advance Inclusive Sanitation, Hygiene Economy in Nigeria
FG, Development Partners Launch Initiative to Advance Inclusive Sanitation, Hygiene Economy in Nigeria

In an effort to improve sanitation and hygiene services across Nigeria, the Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation, in partnership with development organizations, officially launched the “Accelerating Inclusive Sanitation…

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LAWMA to generate more economic value through recycling– MD
LAWMA to generate more economic value through recycling– MD

…agency to establish Waste to Energy Plant in Epe The Managing Director/CEO of the Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA), Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin, has restated the Authority’s commitment to maximizing the…

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Stakeholders continue deliberation on out-of-school syndrome
Stakeholders continue deliberation on out-of-school syndrome

Stakeholders in education on Tuesday in Lagos continued to deliberate on how to improve learning outcomes and reduce out-of-school syndrome. The deliberation was on the second day of the National…

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FG Advances Sustainable Power and Irrigation Project in Nigeria
FG Advances Sustainable Power and Irrigation Project in Nigeria

The Federal Ministry of Water Resources and Sanitation and the Federal Ministry of Power, has taken a major step to bolster food security and ensure a reliable power supply. This…

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Bill to Establish Federal University of Agriculture, Kura, Passes Second Reading in Senate
Bill to Establish Federal University of Agriculture, Kura, Passes Second Reading in Senate

…Set to Serve as a Training Hub for Agricultural Development in Nigeria By Fatima Saka A bill seeking to establish the Federal University of Agriculture, Kura, Kano State, passed its…

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