Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, said on Tuesday that he would not retract his comments on the tax reform bills put in place by President Bola Tinubu. The presidency, had on Monday, asked the governor to withdraw some of the statements he made on the controversial tax reform bills. The governor condemned the tax reform initiatives during a visit of the Bauchi State Christian Community to the Government House…

On New Year’s Day, President Bola Tinubu assured Nigerians that all their sacrifices since he took over as the country’s leader would not be in vain. In his New Year message, the president, who promised to continue to serve every Nigerian diligently and wholeheartedly also listed some of his achievements in the year that just ended, despite the challenges his government faced. However, setting agenda for the New Year, the…

A former Niger Delta freedom fighter and militant leader, Mujahid Asari Dokubo has become a royal father after being presented staff of office and certificate, alongside four others as recognised monarchs by Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State. Dokubo was installed as His Royal Highness, the Amanyanabo of Torusarama Piri in Degema Local Government Area of the state. The other recipients included His Royal Majesty Winston Odize Alamina Oputibeya XII,…

The Federal Government has launched moves for the extradition of self-professed Prime Minister of Biafra in ExileSimon Ekpa by formally submitting the necessary requirements to Finnish authorities. Disclosing this on Channels Television on Tuesday,the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, said, “Well, I’m sure he’s cooling off somewhere. Legal action will be taken accordingly. I don’t want to say too much, but I’m glad he’s been arrested. “The Federal…

Nigerians in the UK endure severe weather for crossover church Services, While Britons Celebrate with pubs and fireworks Celebrations to mark the beginning of a new year have been a tradition for thousands of years, with people around the globe embracing unique customs and rituals to usher in fresh beginnings. January 1st is universally recognized as a time for reflection on the past year and a moment to set aspirations…

By Mena David The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has commended police officers who serve with integrity and commitment, emphasizing that such officers retire with pride, fulfillment, and a legacy of honor. He made these remarks on December 31, 2024, at the Police College in Ikeja, Lagos, during the pull-out ceremony for Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Abiodun Alabi and Assistant Inspectors General of Police (AIGs) Ayodeji…

Countries across East and Southeast Asia, including China, the Philippines, and Malaysia, welcomed the New Year with dazzling fireworks displays and innovative drone shows. From Beijing to Kuala Lumpur, cities lit up the skies in celebration. However, in some regions, celebrations were scaled back or canceled. South Korea, in particular, observed a somber start to the year following the Muan air crash on Sunday, which claimed 179 lives. In Sydney,…

A 23-year-old man, Rabiu Gambo, has been sentenced to sweep the premises of a Kaduna Chief Magistrates’ Court for 40 days after being convicted of stealing a wallet. The ruling was delivered by Magistrate Ibrahim Emmanuel on Tuesday. Gambo, who pleaded guilty to the theft, was handed a lenient sentence due to his cooperation and for not wasting the court’s time. This case highlights the use of non-custodial sentencing in…

Police operatives in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), have recovered an array of weapons from the residence of 33-year-old Obinna Nwigwe after he was arrested for shooting one Andrew Philemon at a guest house in Bwari area of the capital city. FCT Police Command spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, in a statement said Nwigwe was arrested on 26 December, following a report of a shooting incident at Najob Guest House, Bwari. “On…

The wave of impeachments continues to spread through Local Government Areas of Edo, following the face-off between Governor Monday Okpebholo and the elected Chairmen of the councils. Just last week, the Chairman of Egor Local Government Council, Eghe Ogbemudia, was impeached by the Councillors who accused her of Budget-padding and other misconduct. The latest to go are the Chairman of Owan East Local Government Council, Aminu Kadiri and his Deputy,…

By Alade Adisa Two professors, Oseni Taiwo Afisi of the Department of Philosophy, Faculty of Arts; and Maruf Suraqat Animashaun of the Department of Foreign Languages, also of the Faculty of Arts are vying for the position of the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academics of the Lagos State University, LASU, Ojo. The Senate of the university, at its Special Meeting held virtually on Monday, 16th December, 2024, considered the presentation of…

By Alade Adesina A Nigerian medical doctor based abroad, identified simply as Tony by a post on Facebook, has allegedly died after he took a drink allegedly laced with poison by one of his kinsmen. The incident reportedly happened in his village, Nenu, in Obingwa Local Government Area of Abia State on Boxing Day. One of the deceased’s friends, Prince Agbara, who said this in a Facebook post, said the…