Port Rehabilitation Delayed Despite $700m Loan
The rehabilitation of Apapa and Tincan Island Ports in Lagos has been delayed despite the Nigerian Ports Authority securing a $700m loan for the project. The loan was secured from…
Decentralization of VAT Collection Will Favour Every State – Udom Emmanuel
Governor Udom Emmanuel of Akwa Ibom state, says the decentralisation of value-added tax (VAT) collection “will favour every single state” in Nigeria. The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has been…
BREAKING: Panic as Plane Crash Lands, Guts Fire in Abuja
Plane Tyre Bursts Into Flames in Abuja There was mild panic on Sunday after the tyres of a plane bursted into flames at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport in Abuja. The…
Simon Ekpa’s Arrest Reduces Tension in Southeast – Chief of Defence Staff
General Christopher Musa, has disclosed that the arrest of Finland-based Biafra agitator, Simon Ekpa, has reduced tension in the Southeast. Musa stated that the sit-at-home on Mondays is gradually diminishing.…
Nigeria’s Tax System is Problematic And Confusing – Fayemi
Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State, has admitted that Nigeria's tax system is confusing and problematic. Fayemi, who doubles as the chairman of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) said the…
Senate President: Akpabio Not Anointed Candidate — Ndume
Senator Ali Ndume has said that the nomination of Godswill Akpabio by the All Progressives Congress National Working Committee for Senate President does not make him the “anointed” candidate of…
Police Establish Anti-money Laundering Units To Combat Terrorism Financing
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has established Police Anti-Money Laundering Units across the country. The units to combat terrorism financing, financial crimes, and prevent illicit financial activities…
Confirm Bandits as Terrorists, Declare Them Wanted – Senate Tells Buhari
The Nigerian Senate on Wednesday asked President Muhammadu Buhari to term bandits as terrorists and declare them wanted. According to the Upper Chamber, the declaration will help to facilitate combating…
NDDC Partners UN Agency to Avert Flood in Niger Delta
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has revealed its plan to partner with the United Nations (UN) satellite Centre to avert the challenges of flooding in the Niger Delta region.…
5-Year-Old Girl Burnt To Death In Abuja Estate Fire Outbreak
A fire outbreak has claimed the life of young girl, while also destroying properties worth millions. The outbreak occurred in the federal capital territory, FCT, on Wednesday. This comes after…