Author: Olóyè Gbenga

Total Value Added Tax (VAT) collections rose sharply to N1.08tn in January 2026, marking the first full month under Nigeria’s revised VAT sharing formula. Documents presented at the February meeting of the Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) show that collections by the Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) increased from N913.96bn in December 2025 to N1.08tn in January — a month-on-month rise of N169.20bn or 18.5 per cent. After VAT deductions at source of N79.94bn, the net VAT available for distribution stood at N1.00tn, up from N846.51bn in December. Under the new structure introduced by the National Tax Acts, 10 per cent…

Governor Ahmadu Fintiri of Adamawa State has clarified that his political divergence from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar stems solely from differences in party alignment, dismissing speculation of a personal rift. Speaking during an appearance on Channels Television, Fintiri emphasised that although they now belong to different political platforms, he maintains a cordial relationship with the former vice president. “There is no strained communication with the former VP as a result of political differences,” the governor stated. “I still have; there is nothing that has gone bad. It is just that everybody has taken their political ways. I am today…

The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the fatal attack of a farmer along Agunla Farm Road in Ayede-Ogbese, Akure North Local Government Area. The incident reportedly occurred on Monday night, prompting concern among residents. The police spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, told reporters that the case was reported at approximately 9:30 p.m. by a concerned citizen. Preliminary investigations revealed that the deceased, identified as Ben Daniels, and a companion, James Unekwu, were riding a motorcycle to a local camp when unknown gunmen allegedly ambushed them. Jimoh stated that Unekwu managed to escape the assailants, while Daniels was murdered, with his…

Ademola Adeleke, the Governor of Osun State, on Monday joined in celebrating the 84th birthday of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye. During a courtesy visit, Governor Adeleke was captured in a video shared by his Special Assistant on Digital Media, Oni Lawrence, serenading Pastor Adeboye in honour of his milestone birthday. The video, widely circulated on social media, was accompanied by a caption praising the cleric’s decades of faith, humility, and service. “Yesterday night, Governor Ademola Adeleke rejoices with Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye on the joyous occasion of his 84th birthday,”…

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has disclosed the details of documents and electronic devices allegedly recovered from the Abuja residence of former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai. The revelations were made in court filings before the Federal Capital Territory High Court, where the commission opposed a N1 billion fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by the ex-governor. El-Rufai had challenged what he described as his illegal arrest, detention, and the search of his home last month. However, the ICPC insisted that its operatives acted under a valid search warrant issued on 18 February and executed on…

Former Lagos State governorship candidate of the Labour Party, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, has dismissed criticisms surrounding the ongoing online registration drive of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), describing attempts to ridicule the exercise as “laughable”. In a post shared on his X account, Rhodes-Vivour argued that detractors were merely resorting to a “coping mechanism” in response to what he characterised as the growing number of ordinary Nigerians registering with the opposition party. According to him, the surge in online sign-ups signals expanding grassroots interest rather than a superficial digital trend. He clarified that the online process represents only the preliminary stage…

Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State has formally welcomed a group of defectors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) into the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), describing the move as a significant boost to the state’s development agenda. The governor made the announcement via his official X account, revealing that the delegation of former PDP members was led by Evang. Mike Ikokwu. According to Uzodimma, the defection underscores what he characterised as growing confidence in his administration’s policies and developmental strides. “The new trajectory for Imo State development is yielding remarkable results, and no progressive-minded person desires to be left…

Political tension is mounting in Zamfara State as Governor Dauda Lawal weighs his political future amid growing uncertainty within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Amid the current turmoil within the opposition party, Governor Lawal is understood to have summoned an emergency meeting of key cabinet members and influential stakeholders to deliberate on the way forward, particularly as preparations gather pace ahead of the next election cycle. According to a source familiar with proceedings, the governor convened the high-level meeting on Friday night at the Rescue Hall within the Government House in Gusau. Those in attendance reportedly included the state party…

A wave of resignations by political appointees has hit the administration of Monday Okpebholo in Edo State, as officials step down to pursue elective positions in the 2027 general elections. The resignations followed a circular dated February 28, 2026, issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Musa Ikhilor, directing all political appointees and civil servants intending to contest elections to resign with immediate effect. The circular was made public on March 2, 2026. Among those who have formally resigned are: Dr Washington Osifo, Commissioner for Water Resources and Sanitation, aiming for the Orhionmwon/Uhumwonde Federal Constituency seat currently held…

A new leadership dispute has erupted within the Peoples Democratic Party in Osun State, after the party’s caretaker committee rejected a directive backing Governor Ademola Adeleke’s re-election on another platform. The disagreement arose following a statement by Sunday Bisi, former chairman of the party’s State Working Committee before its dissolution by the national leadership. Bisi had instructed party members to support Adeleke’s second-term ambition in the 2026 governorship election under the Accord Party. The PDP caretaker committee, constituted by the national leadership and led by Tunde Tijani, with Seyi Bamidele as secretary, immediately distanced itself from Bisi’s directive, describing it…