Vice President Kashim Shettima has clarified that the newly introduced tax reform policies are not designed to worsen economic hardship for Nigerians. Instead, he explained that the measures are structured to remove the heavy burden of multiple taxation affecting small enterprises and low-income earners across the country, ultimately contributing to poverty reduction. According to Shettima, […]
The Lagos State Government has issued a stern caution to property owners who have not yet paid their 2025 Land Use Charge, urging them to clear all outstanding liabilities before enforcement operations begin. The advisory was contained in an official announcement regarding the issuance of the 2026 Land Use Charge bills. The statement, endorsed by […]
Liverpool icon Steven Gerrard has offered his assessment of why Wolves managed to overcome his former club during Tuesday’s Premier League encounter. It is worth noting that a goal from Mohamed Salah was not sufficient to secure even a single point for Liverpool, as the Merseyside side suffered defeat at Molineux against Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.. […]
The United States military has officially released the identities of the first American service members who lost their lives in the ongoing confrontation between the United States and Iran. Six American soldiers were killed after an unmanned aerial system successfully penetrated defensive protections and struck a command facility located in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait, on Sunday. […]
Missiles fired from Iran in the early hours of Wednesday set off warning sirens across wide sections of Israel, prompting the military to announce that it was actively working to neutralize the incoming threat. Authorities issued immediate instructions for residents in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, and multiple other regions nationwide to move into protected spaces as […]
The United States military has disclosed that it has conducted strikes on nearly 2,000 separate targets within Iran, marking what officials describe as the most significant concentration of American firepower in the region in decades. In a video statement released on Tuesday, Admiral Brad Cooper, who leads United States Central Command, explained that US forces […]
U.S. President Donald Trump has pledged decisive action to safeguard maritime trade in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. During remarks delivered at the National Prayer Breakfast, held at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C., he signaled a strong commitment to protecting international shipping routes. In a message shared Tuesday on his social media platform, […]
Alibaba Philanthropy and the Jack Ma Foundation have unveiled a $1.5 million grant initiative aimed at empowering African innovators tackling some of the continent’s most urgent challenges. This announcement coincides with the launch of the 8th edition of Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH), a flagship entrepreneurship program dedicated to spotlighting and supporting visionary founders across Africa. […]
The United Kingdom has introduced a temporary but significant restriction on student visa approvals for four nations following a dramatic escalation in asylum applications from individuals who originally entered the country through authorised migration channels. The decision affects nationals of Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan. Under the directive issued by the UK Home Office, sponsored […]
The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) has disclosed that no fewer than 33 vessels loaded with petroleum products, food items, and various other consignments are projected to berth at Lagos ports within the week. According to the authority’s Daily Shipping Position report, these ships are scheduled to arrive between March 2 and March 8 across the […]
Adamu Atiku Abubakar, the son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has officially relinquished his position as Commissioner for Works and Energy Development in Adamawa State. In a resignation letter dated March 2, 2026, and addressed to Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri, Adamu explained that his departure followed what he described as “deep personal reflection and […]
Startling details have surfaced regarding the directive issued by Bola Tinubu ordering former Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to proceed on retirement. Investigations revealed that during his leadership of the Nigeria Police Force, monthly allocations designated for administrative, operational, and logistical activities of several state police commands were allegedly not disbursed for extended periods. Funding […]
Former Chelsea FC striker Chris Sutton has delivered a fierce critique of Pedro Neto after the winger received a red card during Sunday’s clash against Arsenal FC in the Premier League. While speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live, Sutton expressed strong disappointment, branding the Portuguese international’s actions as reckless and avoidable. The former forward did […]

