The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) has applauded President Bola Tinubu for assenting to four key tax reform bills aimed at overhauling the country’s fiscal and revenue framework. Malam Haruna Yahaya, ICAN’s 61st President, gave the commendation during the investiture ceremony of Sani Danbaba as the 5th Chairman of the ICAN Gwagwalada and District Society in the Federal Capital Territory. Represented by council member Matthias Dafur, Yahaya described…

By Alade Adisa Many Nigerians who attended primary and secondary schools up until the 1990s would not deny that they made use of a library in one way or another, whether in their schools or at public libraries run by the government. Now, that era feels like a distant memory, as libraries have disappeared from most schools, and the few public ones that still exist are in a state of…

By Alade Adisa With the giant strides being recorded by countries in the area of research and development—efforts that have propelled many into the ranks of industrialised and advanced nations—Nigeria does not appear to take the issue of research seriously. Findings by this paper show that practically nothing is being done in the nation’s universities and research institutes, which are supposed to take the lead. It is unbelievable that no…

Some undergraduates break the barrier by attaining a CGPA of 5.0. People in this category are often seen as highly talented, even whiz kids, and are treated with great respect by society.

The National Publicity Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has confirmed that consultations are ongoing to select the successor of its former National Chairman, Abdullahi Ganduje, who resigned last week. Felix Morka said this on Sunday while responding to questions ON Channels Television. He noted the party was moving swiftly to fill the leadership vacancy left by Ganduje’s exit. “This is an extraordinary situation where the National Chairman of…

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has dismissed rumours claiming he has stepped down from his position. The false reports, which circulated widely on social media late Saturday, alleged that Akume had been removed and replaced by Hadiza Bala Usman. In a statement released by the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Akume branded the claims as baseless and deceptive.…

The Presidency has moved to address what it termed ‘misguided, mischievous, and uninformed comments’ regarding President Bola Tinubu’s ongoing state visit to Saint Lucia. In a statement on Sunday,  Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, clarified the multifaceted objectives of the historic trip. According to him, Saint Lucia views Mr Tinubu’s visit as a crucial step towards rekindling ancestral bonds and ushering in a new…

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has made significant breakthroughs in its fight against illicit drug trafficking, leading to the arrest of a former international football player, a businessman, and three other individuals. They were arrested in connection with the seizure of 22.6 kilograms of cocaine and methamphetamine at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos and the Akanu Ibiam International Airport (AIIA) in Enugu. Among those apprehended…

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, operating under the Ministry of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, is preparing to host the second edition of the Lagos International Fire Safety Conference (LIFSC 2.0). The three-day event, scheduled from August 12 to 14 at the Balmoral Convention Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Victoria Island, is expected to draw over 2,000 participants. Under the theme ‘Leveraging Technology and Community Engagement to Prevent Fires’,…

The Vice President of Nigeria, Kashim Shettima, has hinted that Nigeria will embark on massive tree planting and its campaign thereof in the upcoming rainy season as part of its national reforestation and environmental sustainability drive. He said the initiative draws strong inspiration from Ethiopia’s Green Legacy Programme, which he described as a model for combining climate action with economic opportunity. According to a statement by the presidential spokesman at…

Former Nigerian President Dr Goodluck Jonathan has opened up about the tense and uncertain period he experienced while serving as Vice President during the presidency of Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, particularly during the latter’s protracted illness. Speaking in an interview with the Rainbow Book Club about his memoir My Transition Hours, Dr Jonathan detailed the political storm that brewed as the late President Yar’Adua battled ill health, and the deep divisions…

Former federal lawmaker, Senator Shehu Sani, has described the passing of renowned Nigerian businessman and philanthropist, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, as a profound loss to the nation. As reported by NewDailyPrime, Dantata, one of Nigeria’s most respected billionaires, died recently. The announcement was made public on Saturday morning by his Personal Private Secretary (PPS), Mustapha Abdullahi Junaid. Reacting to the news in a heartfelt tribute posted on his official X handle,…