20 h. ago US says visas issued before January 1, 2026, remain valid despite new travel limits

The United States Embassy has clarified that visas issued before January 1, 2026, will remain valid, following concerns over new read more US says visas issued before January 1, 2026, remain valid despite new travel limits

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28 h. ago US To Partially Suspend Visa Issuance To Nigerians From January 1, 2026

Visa applicants from Nigeria may still submit applications and attend interviews, but they “may be ineligible for visa issuance or admission to the United States” under the new rules. The post US To Partially Suspend Visa Issuance To Nigerians From January 1, 2026 appeared first on Channels Television.

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28 h. ago JUST IN: US to suspend visa issuance to Nigerians from January 1, 2026

The US will suspend issuance of certain visas to Nigerians starting January 1, 2026. Learn about the affected visa types, exemptions, and what this means. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-us-to-suspend-visa-issuance-to-nigerians-from-january-1-2026/

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29 h. ago U.S. Embassy Partially Suspends Visa Issuance In Nigeria, 18 Other Countries From January 1

The United States Embassy in Nigeria has confirmed that it will partially suspend visa issuance from January 1, 2026. This was confirmed in a post on its official X page on Monday night. Nigeria is one of 19 countries affected by President Donald Trump’s new directive on immigration. The tweet read: “Effective January 1, 2026, […] The post U.S. Embassy Partially Suspends Visa Issuance In Nigeria, 18 Other Countries From January 1 appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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30 h. ago US to suspend visa issuance to Nigerians from January 1, 2026

The US will suspend issuance of certain visas to Nigerian nationals from January 1, 2026. Find out which visa types are affected and who is exempt. Read More: https://punchng.com/just-in-us-to-suspend-visa-issuance-to-nigerians-from-january-1-2026/

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34 h. ago Presidency Clarifies Controversy Over Alleged Discrepancies In New Tax Laws

The Presidency has clarified reports of discrepancies in the new tax reform laws scheduled to take effect from January 1, 2026, insisting that claims circulating in the media were based on misinformation. This followed growing criticism from former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, lawmakers, and several civil society groups, […]

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36 h. ago FG declares Dec 25, 26, 2025 and Jan 1, 2026 public holidays for Christmas, New Year

The Federal Government has declared Thursday, December 25, and Friday, December 26, 2025, as well as Thursday, January 1, 2026, read more FG declares Dec 25, 26, 2025 and Jan 1, 2026 public holidays for Christmas, New Year

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59 h. ago SEC sets January 2026 deadline for operators’ registration renewal

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2 d. ago Central Securities Clearing System Appoints Shehu Shantali As Chief Executive Officer

The Central Securities Clearing System (CSCS) Plc has appointed Mr. Shehu Shantali as its new chief executive officer, effective January 1, 2026, following the receipt of regulatory no-objection. Shantali succeeds Mr. Haruna Jalo-Waziri, who will be stepping down after a successful eight-year tenure marked by strong leadership, strategic growth, and significant contributions to the development […]

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5 d. ago Abuja Chamber of Commerce Seeks Special Protection For Small Businesses

The Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has urged the federal government to grant special protection to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) under the new tax implementation framework scheduled to take effect in January 2026. The ACCI president, Chief Emeka Obegolu, made the call on Tuesday in Abuja at the Chamber’s 2025 End-of-Year […]

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5 d. ago Reviewing the WHT 2024, as Nigeria Tax Act 2025 goes into effect January 1

As the Nigeria Tax Act 2025 goes into effect on January 1, 2026, ADEOLA OJO, in this piece, reviews one of the recent tax laws, the Withholding Tax known as the Deduction of Tax at Source (Withholding) Regulations 2024, which took effect on July 1, 2024 and its effect on Nigerians. The Federal Government last […]

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6 d. ago Bauchi police command to resume tinted glass enforcement Jan 2

The Bauchi State Police Command will resume its tinted glass enforcement on January 2, 2026, urging motorists to get proper permits to enhance security. Read More: https://punchng.com/bauchi-police-command-to-resume-tinted-glass-enforcement-jan-2/

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7 d. ago N5.2trn debt: Reps issue deadline for reconciliation of CBN accounts

The House of Representatives Committee on Public Accounts has set 19th January 2026 as the deadline for the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to conclude its ongoing reconciliation with the Federal Ministry of Finance and the Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) over alleged unremitted revenues worth N50.2 trillion into the Federation Account.

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7 d. ago Cross River Orders Transporters To Paint Vehicles In Official Colours

The Cross River State Government has instructed all commercial vehicle operators to paint their vehicles in the officially approved state colours, effective January 31, 2026. Commissioner of Transportation, Ene Cobham, said the directive aims to “sanitise the transport sector and strengthen public safety.” In the statement, the ministry warned that any vehicle found with off-colour paint […]

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7 d. ago New tax regime: Concerns among businesses as 2026 approaches

There are palpable fears among business owners, especially operators of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), over what lies ahead as implementation of the new tax regime begins on January 1, 2026. Many of the concerns centre on the likelihood of abuse by state and local government agents, with fears that the new tax laws could […]

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8 d. ago ECOWAS orders 25% cut in air transport charges from January 2026

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has directed member states to fully implement a 25 percent reduction in read more ECOWAS orders 25% cut in air transport charges from January 2026

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8 d. ago Police to resume nationwide enforcement of tinted glass permit January 2, 2026

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced plans to resume nationwide enforcement of the Tinted Glass Permit policy from January read more Police to resume nationwide enforcement of tinted glass permit January 2, 2026

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8 d. ago Police to resume nationwide tinted glass permit enforcement January 2

The Nigeria Police Force will resume enforcement of the tinted glass permit on January 2, 2026, citing rising security concerns and criminal activities. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-to-resume-nationwide-tinted-glass-permit-enforcement-january-2/

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9 d. ago What you need to know about Nigeria’s Tax Administration Act effective January 2026

IN recent weeks, a wave of commentary has suggested that Nigeria’s new tax regime may scare away investors, trigger capital flight, or damage business competitiveness.

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1 week ago FG mandates TIN for all taxable bank account holders from January 2026

The Federal Government has established a definitive timeline for stricter tax compliance, mandating that banks require a Tax Identification Number read more FG mandates TIN for all taxable bank account holders from January 2026

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