Author: Friday Omosola

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has affirmed its commitment to leading public enlightenment campaigns to ensure the effective implementation of the Federal Government’s tax reforms, which are set to take effect with the new Tax Act in January 2026. The commitment was made yesterday in Abuja by the agency’s Director-General, Lanre Issa-Onilu, during a courtesy visit by the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, led by its chairman, Taiwo Oyedele. Issa-Onilu acknowledged that technology has made it easy for mischievous individuals to spread false news and misleading narratives about the new tax laws. READ ALSO: NOA urges lifestyle change…

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticised the ambassadorial list presented by President Bola Tinubu. The party in a statement by its spokesperson, Bolaji Abdullahi, described it as “outrageously underwhelming” and primarily designed to settle his political IOUs rather than address Nigeria’s urgent international relations crises. Abdullahi said the list, which comes after a more than two-year delay, features a comic cast of political jobbers, corruption suspects, and a patronage of wives, children, and relatives of the President’s political associates. READ ALSO: Tinubu declares ‘war on insecurity’ as Church leaders back lawful Protection, state police He argued that the list fails…

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has decorated its newly promoted senior officers following the recent approval of their appointments by the Nigeria Customs Service Board. The evaluations aim to strengthen strategic leadership and enhance operational effectiveness across the Service. The ceremony, held at the NCS Headquarters auditorium, saw the decoration of thirteen officers to the top management ranks, alongside special promotions for ten officers in recognition of exceptional service. READ ALSO: JUST IN: NCS approves Amupitan as new INEC chairman Five newly appointed Deputy Comptroller-Generals (DCGs) of Customs were decorated. Their elevation follows the retirement of senior officers and is expected…

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has filed a lawsuit against Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker of the House of Representatives Tajudeen Abbas. The lawsuit was filed over their alleged failure to account for ₦18.6 billion allocated for the construction of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) Office Complex. The lawsuit, filed last week at the Federal High Court in Abuja (suit number: FHC/ABJ/CS/2457/2025), also names the National Assembly Service Commission as a respondent. READ ALSO: SERAP gives CBN 7 days to explain missing N3 trillion Akpabio and Abbas are being sued on their own behalf and on behalf…

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Saturday announced that the administration of President Bola Tinubu increased the education budget to ₦3.5 trillion in the 2025 Budget. This figure represents 7.3% of the national budget, an increase from the previous year. He made the disclosure while speaking at the 50th anniversary celebration of the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) in Borno State. READ ALSO: Shettima urges scholars to uphold tolerance at Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi’s burial He stated that the improved investment reflects the “renewed vigour” to properly situate Nigeria in the global knowledge economy, warning that the nation cannot compete globally if its universities remain…

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Nigeria for returning to Category C of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council for the 2026–2027 biennium. The victory, secured in an election held during the IMO General Assembly in London on November 28, marks the country’s first return to the Council in 14 years. READ MORE: Sanwo-Olu presents ₦4.237trn budget to assembly In a statement on Saturday, Sanwo-Olu hailed President Bola Tinubu and the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Adegboyega Oyetola. He described the achievement as a “historic reaffirmation of Nigeria’s growing influence and credibility within the global maritime community.” Sanwo-Olu…

Vice President Kashim Shettima has charged emerging Islamic scholars across Nigeria and Africa to preserve and propagate the late cleric’s enduring message of tolerance, dialogue, and inclusivity. He spoke yesterday at the burial ceremony of the revered Islamic cleric and Tijjaniyya leader, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi. He described the cleric’s passage as a “monumental loss” not just to Nigeria but to the global Muslim Ummah, calling him a “colossus—an institution and one of the last great titans of Islamic scholarship.” READ ALSO: Shettima departs Abuja to represent Tinubu in South Africa Shettima highlighted that Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi’s commitment to dialogue and…

The Lagos State Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Jamiu Alli-Balogun, has announced the commencement of the 21st edition of the state Spelling Bee Competition, assuring the public of an outstanding and memorable event. Speaking to journalists, Alli-Balogun explained that the competition aligns with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s THEMES Plus Agenda and underscores the state government’s commitment to educational excellence. READ ALSO: ‘Worry about your leaders,’ Atiku tells Lagos APC “We are proud to promote literacy and language development among our young people. This competition demonstrates our dedication to nurturing these essential skills,” he said. The 2025 edition is being organised…

The Federal Government (FG) has renewed its unflinching commitment to tackling insecurity and called on regional and international allies to strengthen collaboration in the collective fight against security challenges. The assurance was given by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, during a courtesy visit by a delegation from the Charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), led by its President, Archbishop Leonard Kawas. READ MORE: FG reaffirms unwavering commitment to anti-human trafficking fight Akume stated that the President Bola Tinubu-led administration is doing everything within its power to ensure the security of lives and property, but stressed…

Nigeria’s Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Bagudu, has affirmed Nigeria’s commitment to deeper South-South economic cooperation. He said this during a meeting with his Tunisian counterpart, Minister of Economy and Planning, Samir Abdelhafidh, in Abuja on Friday. Bagudu stated that stronger collaboration among countries with shared aspirations, like Nigeria and Tunisia, would accelerate their development and reduce their dependence on the North, developed countries. READ ALSO: Bagudu: FG to boost transport sector through innovative PPP models The meeting, which also included senior Tunisian officials, highlighted a renewed drive to enhance bilateral cooperation. Bagudu revealed that President Bola Tinubu has…