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President Bola Tinubu directs the suspension of Nigeria's controversial cybersecurity levy, initiating a review following House of Representatives' scrutiny. The levy, intended to fund cybersecurity initiatives, faces backlash for its potential economic impact. Stakeholders welcome the...
The People's Democratic Party (PDP) claims firm control over Rivers State's political landscape, invoking constitutional provisions amidst resistance from the All Progressives Congress (APC). In a dramatic turn of events in Rivers State's political theater, the People's Democratic Party (PDP)...
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, unveils revelations from a forensic audit report, alleging financial mismanagement by the previous administration. Otti accuses former Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of diverting billions of state funds intended for projects. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, has...
Senator Ali Ndume criticizes Nigerian government's proposed 5% "cybersecurity levy" tax on telecom data and internet usage. Calls it unfair burden on citizens amid economic struggles. Tax aimed at funding cybercrime efforts, but Ndume says misplaced priority over uplifting the poor. Labor unions...
Amidst political turmoil in Rivers State, the High Court issued an interim injunction, declaring seats vacant for 25 lawmakers who defected to the APC. Ruling restrains them from legislative activities, heightening tensions in the ongoing power struggle between factions loyal to former governor...
Governor Siminalayi Fubara has swiftly directed the relocation of the Rivers State House of Assembly to the Government House Auditorium after a devastating fire. This executive order aims to ensure the safety and continuity of legislative functions in Port Harcourt amidst chamber renovation...
Nigeria's recent reintroduction of gasoline subsidies sparks IMF concerns over oil revenue. IMF report suggests the move could consume half of the projected revenue. Despite reforms initiated in June 2023 to address fiscal challenges, delays in compensatory measures and corruption concerns...
In a political standoff, APC condemns Rivers State Governor Fubara's dismissal of the House of Assembly as an impeachable offense. The dispute arises from 27 PDP members defecting to APC, challenging the state's political landscape The national leadership of the APC rebuked Rivers State...
The Senate passed a bill to increase salaries, allowances, and benefits for judicial officers in Nigeria. The bill aims to address the remuneration disparity and enhance the welfare of the judiciary. Key provisions include salary increments for Chief Justice of Nigeria and Supreme Court...
Amidst Rivers State Assembly crisis, Speaker warns of alleged demolition plot by Governor Fubara. Tensions escalate as accusations fly, highlighting political turmoil. In a dramatic turn of events, the Speaker of the pro-Wike faction of the Rivers State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Martin...
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