Vice President Kashim Shettima has said the Federal Government’s new tax reforms will remove the burden of multiple taxes and charges on small businesses and low-income earners, helping to reduce poverty across the country. Shettima made this known while speaking on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at an interfaith breaking of fast for Ramadan […]
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The Federal Executive Council (FEC) has approved a six-year moratorium on the establishment of new tertiary institutions across the country as part of efforts to strengthen existing ones and improve the quality of higher education. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, disclosed this while briefing State House correspondents after the FEC meeting on Wednesday. According
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Nigerian markets are vibrant, bustling hubs of commerce, from Lagos’s Balogun Market to Kano’s Kurmi Market. They offer everything from fresh produce and electronics to clothing and souvenirs. But with the excitement of haggling and finding bargains comes the risk of scams. Knowing how to protect yourself can save you time, money, and frustration. Here
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The United States embassy in Abuja has issued a security alert to American citizens in Nigeria, warning of potential protests in the capital on Wednesday due to rising tensions in the ongoing US/Israel-Iran conflict. In a statement shared on X, the embassy said there is “a high potential for protests in Abuja today” and urged
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Lagos, the bustling heartbeat of Nigeria, isn’t just famous for its skyline and nightlife, it’s a haven for street food lovers. From spicy grills to sweet treats, the city’s streets are alive with aromas that promise unforgettable bites. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, these ten street foods capture the essence of Lagos’ culinary
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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated the Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, Mr. Taiwo Oyedele, as Minister of State for Finance. The nomination was disclosed in a statement issued by the President’s spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, who noted that Oyedele will replace Dr. Doris Anite-Uzoka in the Ministry of Finance.
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The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has extended the deadline for student loan applications following a surge in nationwide interest spurred by its ongoing awareness campaign. The extension comes after an earlier notice had announced that the Student Loan Application Portal would close on February 27, 2026. Director of Strategic Communications, Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, stated
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Iran’s top national security official, Ali Larijani, has declared that Tehran has no plan to negotiate with the United States, dismissing reports suggesting the country was exploring fresh talks with Washington. Larijani, who serves as Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, made the clarification in a post on X while responding to media claims
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Nigerians have showed their appreciation and praised the foresight of the President/Chief Executive of the Dangote Industries Limited, Mr Aliko Dangote, for being ingenious in creation of the largest single train refinery in the world. This is owing to the escalating conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran, which has sent shockwaves through global
In 1986, the Egba people did something that peoples across the world have done across centuries when they wish to hold memory against the erosion of time: they institutionalised it. The Lisabi Festival was born, a formal, annual act of remembrance for Lisabi Agbongbo Akala, the warrior and liberator who, centuries before, had united the
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