36 m. ago Health Tax Draft Policy: Rights Group commends FG over target of N729bn annually

From Idu Jude Abuja A civil rights group named the Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA) has commended the Federal Government’s decision to develop a draft policy to mop up revenues from excise taxes on alcohol, tobacco, and sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) for health financing. It described the initiative as a decisive opportunity for the […] The post Health Tax Draft Policy: Rights Group commends FG over target of N729bn annually appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 m. ago Nathan appointed acting Head of Service for FCTA following predecessor’s death

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Nancy Nathan has been appointed Acting Head of Service of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), succeeding the late Grace Adayilo, who passed away last week Monday. Nathan’s appointment, takes immediate effect, according to a statement issued by Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media to FCT Minister, Lere […] The post Nathan appointed acting Head of Service for FCTA following predecessor’s death appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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68 m. ago Travel restrictions: NIS must take action against Nigerians with criminal record abroad – Shehu Sani

By John Ogunsemore Former Kaduna Central senator, Shehu Sani said the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) must take action against Nigerians with criminal record abroad to prevent further damage to the nation’s image. Sani stated this in an X post on Wednesday. The United States, United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) recently either imposed […] The post Travel restrictions: NIS must take action against Nigerians with criminal record abroad – Shehu Sani appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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70 m. ago Enugu Police Arrest Two Suspects, Recover Locally Made Firearms, Incriminating Exhibits

The Enugu State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of two male suspects and the recovery of four locally made firearms, including an imitation pistol, a live cartridge, and other incriminating items, during separate operations across the state. Police Public Relations Officer, SP Daniel Ndukwe, who disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday, noted that […] The post Enugu Police Arrest Two Suspects, Recover Locally Made Firearms, Incriminating Exhibits appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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71 m. ago Kwara: Farmers blame farming disaster on NiMet forecast failure

Tribune Online Kwara: Farmers blame farming disaster on NiMet forecast failure According to the convener, Abdulrazaq Hamzat, he said that the forecasting failure goes beyond scientific error and borders on Kwara: Farmers blame farming disaster on NiMet forecast failure Tribune Online

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72 m. ago Over 720,000 Die By Suicide Annually — NOA Calls For Compassionate Dialogue In Nigeria

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) on Wednesday intensified efforts to create awareness on suicidal behaviours among Nigerians. Speaking in Dutse to mark the 2025 World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD), the Jigawa State Director of NOA, Mr. Ahmad Tijjani, emphasized the urgent need to break the stigma surrounding suicide and encourage open conversations on mental health. […] The post Over 720,000 Die By Suicide Annually — NOA Calls For Compassionate Dialogue In Nigeria appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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73 m. ago Federal Government Publishes Nigeria’s New Tax Reform Laws In Official Gazette

The Federal Government has officially published Nigeria’s new tax reform laws in the national gazette, following President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s assent on June 26, 2025. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Wednesday by Kamorudeen Yusuf, the Personal Assistant on Special Duties to the President. According to the statement, the reforms introduce four key […] The post Federal Government Publishes Nigeria’s New Tax Reform Laws In Official Gazette appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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74 m. ago Build skills beyond classrooms — First lady commands NASP beneficiaries

Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria’s First lady has applauded beneficiaries of national scholarships, urging them to continue building skills beyond the traditional read more Build skills beyond classrooms — First lady commands NASP beneficiaries

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79 m. ago Troops Arrest 54 Suspects, Rescue Nine Kidnap Victims In Nationwide Operations

Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested 54 suspected terrorists and criminals, while also rescuing nine kidnapped victims during coordinated operations across different theatres in the country within the last 24 hours. A reliable source at the Army Headquarters disclosed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday, adding that several terrorists were […] The post Troops Arrest 54 Suspects, Rescue Nine Kidnap Victims In Nationwide Operations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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82 m. ago Toolz Questions Migration Choices Amid Sharia Law Agitation In U.S.

Nigerian radio personality Tolu Oniru-Demuren, better known as Toolz, has reacted to a trending video from Texas showing demonstrators calling on local stores to stop selling alcohol and pork as part of a push for Sharia law. In the footage, the protesters carried placards and chanted against the sale of alcohol, gambling, and pork products, […] The post Toolz Questions Migration Choices Amid Sharia Law Agitation In U.S. appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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84 m. ago Tyler Perry Faces $260m Lawsuit After Actor Alleges Sexual Assault

American filmmaker and playwright Tyler Perry, known for Acrimony and his hit Madea franchise, is facing a $260 million sexual assault lawsuit. The lawsuit follows allegations of harassment and abuse made public by Derek Dixon, who portrayed Dale in Perry’s BET drama The Oval. During his first on-camera interview with ABC News on Tuesday, September […] The post Tyler Perry Faces $260m Lawsuit After Actor Alleges Sexual Assault appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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85 m. ago Stop Tinubu’s Reckless Borrowing, Labour Party Tells NASS Leaders

The Labour Party, LP, has urged the leadership of the National Assembly to reject President Bola Tinubu’s fresh borrowing request. The party warned that Nigeria’s debt profile has reached a dangerous level and called for urgent action to prevent further economic instability. In a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday, the Interim National Publicity Secretary […] The post Stop Tinubu’s Reckless Borrowing, Labour Party Tells NASS Leaders appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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91 m. ago Benue Magistrate Court Orders Remand Of OrDubuDeli For Alleged Terrorism, Robbery

A Magistrate Court sitting in Makurdi has ordered the remand of Mr. Haakyav Tombu Peter, popularly known as OrDubuDeli, at the Makurdi Correctional Facility over allegations of terrorism and robbery. According to Daily Post, Peter had earlier submitted a petition to the Benue State Commissioner of Police, alleging that he was attacked at Judges Quarters […] The post Benue Magistrate Court Orders Remand Of OrDubuDeli For Alleged Terrorism, Robbery appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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94 m. ago Young Man’s Corpse Discovered In Calabar As Police Warn Against Jungle Justice

Residents of Calabar, Cross River State, woke up on Wednesday morning to the shocking discovery of a young man’s corpse along the Mbukpa-Eyo Ita axis of the metropolis. According to Daily Post, this incident marks the second time in less than a week that a lifeless body has been found in Calabar. Just last week, […] The post Young Man’s Corpse Discovered In Calabar As Police Warn Against Jungle Justice appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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96 m. ago I’m Not Joining Amaechi In ADC, Will Still Run For Governorship In Rivers – Tonye Cole

Former Rivers State governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Tonye Cole, has dismissed speculations that he is set to join former Minister of Transport, Rotimi Amaechi. He clarified that he has no plans of moving to the African Democratic Congress, ADC, despite Amaechi’s new political direction. Speaking during an interview on Prime Time, […] The post I’m Not Joining Amaechi In ADC, Will Still Run For Governorship In Rivers – Tonye Cole appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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98 m. ago “Lagos Is Slowing Nigeria Down, Should Be Made Its Own Country” — VeryDarkMan

Nigerian social media critic VeryDarkMan has sparked debate after suggesting that Lagos should be made a separate country, arguing that the state is holding the nation back. In a video shared on his Instagram page on Wednesday, VeryDarkMan questioned why all imports must pass through Lagos, despite the existence of alternative seaports. “Lagos is the […] The post “Lagos Is Slowing Nigeria Down, Should Be Made Its Own Country” — VeryDarkMan appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 hour ago BREAKING: NCAA warns airlines against flying with unruly passengers

 …reiterates solidarity with operators From Sola Ojo, Abuja The Director of Consumer Protection and Public Affairs at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), Michael Achimugu, has directed domestic airlines not to operate flights whenever there is an unruly passenger on board, stressing that cabin crew must be protected at all times. Achimugu, who spoke during […] The post BREAKING: NCAA warns airlines against flying with unruly passengers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 hour ago JUST IN: NCAA Meets With Domestic Airlines Over Flight Disruptions

This followed increasing concerns from some recent confrontations between air customers, crew members and the airline operators. The post JUST IN: NCAA Meets With Domestic Airlines Over Flight Disruptions appeared first on Channels Television.

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1 hour ago 2026 WC Qualifier: NFF Criticises Dessers, Faults Ekong After Super Eagles’ Draw With South Africa

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has openly criticised striker Cyriel Dessers and faulted team captain William Troost-Ekong following the Super Eagles’ 1-1 draw against South Africa in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday in Bloemfontein. Nigeria, needing a win to revive fading hopes of qualifying for next year’s tournament in North America, suffered […]

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1 hour ago Federal Government Gazettes New Tax Laws, Exempts Small Businesses From Corporate Tax

The Federal Government has officially gazetted Nigeria’s new tax reform laws following President Bola Tinubu’s assent to the legislations on June 26, 2025. A statement signed by the Personal Assistant on Special Duties to the President, Kamorudeen Yusuf, on Wednesday, confirmed the publication of the four legislations: the Nigeria Tax Act 2025, Nigeria Tax Administration […]

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