Month: February 2025
NSCIA Endorses Tax Reform Bills but Demands Removal of Provisions Violating Shari’a Law
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has thrown its weight behind the tax reform bills currently before the National Assembly but has called for the removal of provisions that conflict with Shari’a law. The council, led by its President-General and Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, made the demand during a…
Jonathan Blames ‘Ghost Voters’ for Inaccurate Election Results, Calls for INEC Officials to Resign if Pressured
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has attributed the inaccuracy of vote counts during elections in Nigeria to the prevalence of “ghost voters.” Speaking at the YIAGA Africa Reflection Conference on Democratic Elections in West Africa in Abuja on Tuesday, Jonathan emphasized the need for credible electoral officials who are willing to resign rather than succumb to…
Nigeria Demands Full Investigation into Death of Its Footballer in Uganda
The Nigerian government has called for a thorough investigation into the death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal, who died under unclear circumstances in Uganda. The Acting Nigerian High Commissioner to Uganda, Ambassador Shama Shanga, has demanded a full autopsy and a transparent inquiry to unravel the events leading to Lawal’s death. In a statement…
Bandits Kill Four, Abduct LG Vice Chairman and Scores in Zamfara Communities
Bandits have unleashed a wave of violence in Zamfara State, killing four people and abducting the Vice Chairman of Bukkuyyum Local Government Area, Hon. Bala Muhammad Maijidadi, along with scores of others. The coordinated attacks, which occurred between Sunday night and Monday morning, have left several communities in Gusau and Zugu districts in shock and…
Two Teachers Sentenced to 44 Years Imprisonment for Raping Minors in Ekiti
An Ekiti State High Court has sentenced two teachers, Ajibola Gbenga (43) and Olaofe Ayodele (52), to a combined 44 years in prison for raping minors and abusing their positions of authority. The judgment, delivered by Justice Adeniyi Familoni, marks a significant step in the fight against sexual violence and the abuse of vulnerable children…
Naira Depreciates to N1,502/$ in Parallel Market Amid Slight Gain in Official Market
The Nigerian Naira experienced a slight depreciation in the parallel market yesterday, trading at N1,502 per dollar compared to N1,500 per dollar on Monday. However, in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), the Naira showed a marginal appreciation, closing at N1,501.5 per dollar, according to data released by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The…
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Launches Campaign to Eliminate HIV/AIDS, Syphilis, and Hepatitis in Kaduna
The wife of the President of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has officially flagged off the Free to Shine campaign in Kaduna, aimed at eliminating HIV/AIDS, syphilis, and hepatitis among women and children in Nigeria. The initiative, spearheaded by the Organisation of African First Ladies (OAFLAD), seeks to address the growing health challenges posed by these…
Nigeria Demands Full Investigation into Death of Footballer Abubakar Lawal in Uganda
The Nigerian government has called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal, who died under unclear circumstances in Uganda. The Acting Nigerian High Commissioner to Uganda, Ambassador Shama Shanga, has demanded a full autopsy and a detailed probe to uncover the truth behind the tragic incident. The Chairman…
Reps Advocate for Tax Exemption for Persons with Disabilities, Call for Full Implementation of Disability Rights Act
The House of Representatives Committee on Disability Matters has called for tax exemptions for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) and urged for the full implementation of the Disability Rights Act across Nigeria. Chairman of the committee, Bashiru Dawodu (APC, Lagos), made the appeal during the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) by Persons with Disability…
Afenifere Appoints Oba Oladipo Olaitan as New Leader, Pledges Commitment to Restructuring and Unity
Isanya-Ogbo, Ogun State – The Pan-Yoruba socio-political organization, Afenifere, has announced the appointment of Oba Oladipo Olaitan as its new leader. The decision was made during the group’s monthly general meeting held at Isanya-Ogbo, Ogun State, the country home of its late leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo. The meeting, attended by delegates from the six South-West…