8 h. ago Senate accuses CBN of frustrating N30tn Ways and Means probe

The Senate ad hoc Committee investigating the Ways and Means facility provided to the Federal Government from 2015 to 2023 has accused the Central Bank of Nigeria of hindering its efforts to determine how the loans were utilised. The chairman of the committee, Senator Isah Jibrin, made the allegation after receiving an interim report from Read More

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9 h. ago Senate backs Akpabio as Natasha files N100.3bn defamation suit

The Senate, on Tuesday, on Tuesday, threw its weight behind the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, as the senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, Mrs Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, filed a N100.3bn defamation lawsuit against Akpabio. The suit was  a fallout of the clash between Akpabio and the female Kogi lawmaker last week over the relocation of her Read More

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9 h. ago Tax reform: Senate plans review as Customs, ASUU fault provisions

The Academic Staff Union of Universities, on Tuesday, warned against the proposed withdrawal of the education tax to the Tertiary Education Trust Fund as contained in the tax reform bills currently undergoing public hearing at the National Assembly. The President of the union, Prof Emmanuel Osodeke, said the scrapping of TETFund could lead to the Read More

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9 h. ago Afenifere backs Kalu, says declaring Abiola President long overdue

The Pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, on Tuesday, said declaring of the late winner of the annulled June 12, 1993, presidential election, Chief MKO Abiola, as President post-humously was long overdue. Afenifere’s National Publicity Secretary, Justice Faloye,  stated this in an interview with The PUNCH, backing an earlier call on Tuesday by Senator Orji Kalu from Read More

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9 h. ago FG mourns death of Nigerian footballer in Uganda, orders probe

The Federal Government on Tuesday expressed deep sorrow over the sudden death of Nigerian professional footballer, Abubakar Lawal, in Uganda. The Federal Government, in a statement issued by the acting spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kimiebi Ebienfa, conveyed heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and the entire Nigerian football community. Lawal, who was Read More

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12 h. ago Analysts Upbeat About APC Victory In Edo Central Senatorial Poll

As the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) prepares to conduct several by-elections, including one for the Edo Central Senatorial District in Edo State, political analysts have predicted a win for the ruling All Progressive Congress (APC). According to pundits, the Edo Central Senatorial District stands out as a key battleground, not just in Edo State […]

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13 h. ago CBN frustrating probe into N30trn ‘ways and means’ advance — Senate panel

Tribune Online CBN frustrating probe into N30trn ‘ways and means’ advance — Senate panel The Senate Ad-hoc Committee investigating the N30 trillion Ways Means advance incurred by the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari, on Tuesday, accused the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) of frustrating the probe. CBN frustrating probe into N30trn ‘ways and means’ advance — Senate panel Tribune Online

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13 h. ago Minister urges agencies to adopt INTERPOL strategies to tackle insecurity

The Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, has called on security agencies in Nigeria to adopt international policing standards, particularly those employed by INTERPOL, to address the country’s growing security challenges. Speaking at a workshop organised by the Ministry of Police Affairs in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force and the National Central Bureau Read More

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13 h. ago Obi was never a protégé of Arthur Nzeribe’s ABN, Obidient Movement says

From Idu Jude, Abuja The leadership of the Obidient Movement has again debunked the rumour that Mr Peter Obi was involved in the activities of the late Senator Arthur Nzeribe’s defunct Association for Better Nigeria (ABN) during the struggle for democracy. The group, in a press statement on Tuesday, noted that, for the umpteenth time, […] The post Obi was never a protégé of Arthur Nzeribe’s ABN, Obidient Movement says appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Ways and Means: Senate accuses CBN of obstructing investigations

The Senate Ad-hoc Committee investigating the Ways and Means facility granted to the Federal Government between 2015 and 2023 has read more Ways and Means: Senate accuses CBN of obstructing investigations

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13 h. ago Senate accuses CBN of obstructing investigation into N30tn ways and means

The Senate ad hoc Committee investigating the Ways and Means facility provided to the Federal Government from 2015 to 2023 has accused the Central Bank of Nigeria of hindering its efforts to determine how the loans were utilised. The Chairman of the committee, Isah Jibrin, made the accusation after receiving an interim report from its Read More

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14 h. ago FG demands probe into death of Nigerian footballer in Uganda 

The Federal Government has called for a full investigation into the death of Nigerian footballer Abubakar Lawal in Uganda. Lawal, a professional player with Vipers Sports Club, was reported to have fallen from the third floor of Voicemall Shopping Arcade in Kampala on Monday morning. The Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Read More

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15 h. ago Remove Sections In Tax Reform Bill Conflicting With Sharia Law – NSCIA Tells Senate

Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has appealed to Senate to remove sections of the controversial tax reform bills that conflict with Sharia law. NSCIA, in a letter submitted to the upper chamber on Tuesday, urged the lawmakers to address some parts regarding marriage and inheritance in the bill. The council also called on the […] The post Remove Sections In Tax Reform Bill Conflicting With Sharia Law – NSCIA Tells Senate appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Nigeria to attain $1tn economy through tax reform bills – Senate

The Nigerian Senate has said that the proposed Tax Reform Bills will serve as a critical step in achieving President read more Nigeria to attain $1tn economy through tax reform bills – Senate

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15 h. ago Removal of CJ, suspension of 13 assembly members unjust, legislative rascality – APC Elders’ Council

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Members of the Elders’ Council of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the Benue North-West Senatorial District of Benue state, have expressed concerns over recent developments in the political landscape of the state. The elders who condemned, in strong terms, the “purported removal of the state Chief Judge, Justice Maurice Ikpambese […] The post Removal of CJ, suspension of 13 assembly members unjust, legislative rascality – APC Elders’ Council appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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16 h. ago Senator Natasha slams N100bn suit on Akpabio over alleged defamation

Tribune Online Senator Natasha slams N100bn suit on Akpabio over alleged defamation The senator is seeking a court declaration affirming the defamatory nature of the remarks, alongside an order of perpetual injunction to prevent the defendants and their associates from making or publishing similar statements in the future. Senator Natasha slams N100bn suit on Akpabio over alleged defamation Tribune Online

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16 h. ago Suspension looms as Senate probes Senator Natasha’s outburst

Tribune Online Suspension looms as Senate probes Senator Natasha’s outburst The Senate on Tuesday, directed its Committee on Ethics, Code of Conduct and Public Petitions to investigate what it called “disorderly conduct” of Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan on the floor of the house last week, asking the panel to turn in a report within three weeks. Suspension looms as Senate probes Senator Natasha’s outburst Tribune Online

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17 h. ago Senator Natasha Risks Sanctions, Referred To Senate Ethics C’ttee Over Face

The Senate has referred the Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, to its Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions, following a dispute over seat allocation in the red chamber. The committee, chaired by Senator Neda Imaseun, was given two weeks to investigate Natasha’s conduct and report back on its findings. The resolution was reached […]

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17 h. ago Natasha Akpoti to face Senate’s disciplinary committee after seat row

The Senate has referred Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan to its Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petitions for disciplinary review following a dispute over seating arrangements in the chamber. The committee, chaired by Senator Neda Imaseun, has been given two weeks to investigate the matter and submit its findings. The decision was reached after a voice Read More

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17 h. ago Remove tax bill sections conflicting with Sharia, NSCIA urges Senate

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs has urged the Senate to remove sections of the tax reform bills that conflict with Sharia law, particularly regarding marriage and inheritance. The NSCIA made the appeal in a memorandum submitted to the Senate Committee on Finance on Tuesday. The council also called on the upper chamber to Read More

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