Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has urged Nigerians to support President Bola Tinubu, calling him a "listening president" during his visit to Tinubu in Lagos. Kalu praised Tinubu's leadership, emphasizing his responsiveness and pragmatic governance. He encouraged Nigerians to unite and back the President...
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Lagos for the Christmas and New Year holidays. He landed at Murtala Mohammed International Airport at 3:23 pm on Wednesday. Prior to his departure, Tinubu presented the 2025 Appropriation Bill to the National Assembly. Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu...
President Bola Tinubu has arrived at the National Assembly to present Nigeria's 2025 national budget, following multiple delays. Accompanied by key officials, he was received by Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Speaker Tajudeen Abbas. This marks the start of the budget's review by...
President Bola Tinubu urges the media to support his proposed tax reforms, emphasizing their role in creating national prosperity. He outlined how these reforms aim to streamline taxes, ease burdens on Nigerians, and foster business growth. Tinubu also highlighted efforts to combat...
The Supreme Court of Nigeria has dismissed a lawsuit by Ambrose Owuru, seeking to remove President Bola Tinubu, and imposed a N5 million fine for filing frivolous suits. Owuru, a former presidential candidate, was also barred from submitting similar suits in the future.
The Supreme Court of...
Sunday Igboho calls on President Tinubu to caution Vice President Shettima over his verbal attacks on Kemi Badenoch, a British politician of Yoruba descent. Igboho urges Shettima to focus on Nigeria's pressing issues instead of engaging in unproductive disputes, emphasizing the need for...
President Bola Tinubu will present the 2025 budget proposal to a joint session of the National Assembly on December 17, 2024. The proposed budget, valued at N47.9 trillion, was earlier disclosed by the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, outlining the country’s fiscal plans...
Rights activist Mike Ozekhome defends President Tinubu’s appointments, blaming former President Buhari for the regional dominance in Nigerian government positions. Speaking at a human rights symposium, Ozekhome pointed out the historical precedent set by Buhari's northernization of the...
George Akume, SGF, urges northerners, including Atiku Abubakar, to wait until 2031 for a presidential run, allowing President Tinubu to complete his second term. Akume also defends Tinubu’s economic reforms, emphasizing their importance for Nigeria’s recovery despite opposition from northern...
Senator Ali Ndume of Borno South has addressed accusations of ignorance, defending his stance on President Tinubu's tax reform bills. He clarified that his years of teaching experience and education in Nigeria and the U.S. contradict claims that his attire and background make him unqualified to...
The House of Representatives has confirmed Olufemi Oluyede as Nigeria's new Chief of Army Staff, following his appointment by President Tinubu. Oluyede's confirmation follows a screening by the Joint Committee on Army and Defense after serving as Acting COAS. He replaces Taoreed Lagbaja, who...
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu embarks on a historic two-day state visit to France, marking the first by a Nigerian leader in over 20 years. Welcomed by President Emmanuel Macron, discussions focus on strengthening ties in trade, energy, and security, aiming to foster mutual growth and renewed...
A heated debate erupted in the Nigerian Senate as the controversial Tax Reform Bill was discussed without prior inclusion on the Order Paper. Senator Ndume challenged procedural lapses, sparking a shouting match. Despite objections, the FIRS chairman addressed the chamber, highlighting divisions...
Bayo Onanuga responds to former President Obasanjo's doubts about the success of Nigeria’s refineries, celebrating the Port Harcourt refinery’s successful operation. Onanuga emphasizes that with determination and faith, challenges can be overcome, urging all Nigerians to believe in the country's...
Nigeria's government has introduced tax reforms aimed at reducing the tax burden on small businesses and promoting equity across the country. The proposed changes, effective in 2025, are designed to enhance economic growth, with recent GDP growth showing positive results. President Tinubu's...
Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe has revealed that the National Assembly was not consulted about purchasing President Tinubu’s new Airbus A330 jet. He criticized the lack of transparency, expressing concern that the legislature’s failure to approve the purchase reflects poorly on its role as a check on...
President Bola Tinubu promises continued economic reforms to enhance Nigeria's GDP and living standards. With the country's economy growing by 3.46%, he vows to ensure the benefits reach ordinary Nigerians. Tinubu targets a $1 trillion economy by 2030, pledging tax reforms to support small...
The Nigerian Presidency is lobbying the National Assembly to pass four tax reform bills before 2025. The proposals, including a derivation-based VAT model, face resistance from Northern lawmakers and governors. Critics argue the reforms favor revenue-heavy states like Lagos, while proponents...
The Presidency has responded to Bishop Kukah’s claims, asserting that President Tinubu is a reformer, not an accidental leader. Bayo Onanuga emphasized that Tinubu was well-prepared for the presidency and is enacting significant reforms in sectors like taxation and oil, despite the challenges...
Bishop Matthew Kukah criticized Nigerian leaders for poor preparation, describing governance as an "accidental cycle." Highlighting the failures of Tinubu, Buhari, and others, he called for better leadership. NDLEA's Buba Marwa also stressed accountability, revealing a cartel involving blind...
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