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The Digest: President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Brazil for a two-day state visit aimed at strengthening ties between the two nations. Bridging the Divide. According to reports from the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the trip will focus on forging partnerships in key sectors, from trade to...

The Digest: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has strongly condemned a recent massacre in Malumfashi, Katsina State, describing it as further proof of a failed security system in Nigeria. In a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party called on...

The Digest: Atiku Abubakar, former Vice President of Nigeria, emphasized that his goal is not personal ambition but the betterment of Nigeria. Speaking at a ceremony for new ADC members, Atiku stressed the importance of a new beginning for the country, where leadership serves the people’s...

The Digest: Ahead of the 2027 elections, the North-Central APC Forum has warned President Tinubu against dropping Vice President Kashim Shettima, asserting that it could lead to a loss of 80% of northern Muslim votes. The forum advises maintaining the Muslim-Muslim ticket for political...

The Digest: Primate Elijah Ayodele, the leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, warns President Tinubu against removing Vice President Kashim Shettima, citing the threat of internal and external opposition, including pressure from the U.S. Key Points: Primate Ayodele advises Tinubu not...

The Digest: On August 21, 2025, President Bola Tinubu introduced a Personal Income Tax Calculator to help Nigerians estimate their tax liabilities under the new tax laws, which will take effect in January 2026. The initiative aims to simplify compliance, ensuring fairness and equity in the tax...

The Digest: During an interactive session at TICAD9 in Yokohama, President Bola Tinubu appealed to Nigerians abroad to return home, highlighting the nation's path to growth and stressing the need for collective effort. He emphasized the importance of their contributions to Nigeria's...

The Digest: Nasir El-Rufai, former Governor of Kaduna State, has issued a strong statement to ADC Vanguard, demanding an end to the fabrication of quotes attributed to him. This follows a controversial post linking him to harsh remarks about President Tinubu’s administration. Key Points...

The Digest: President Bola Tinubu’s government is considering a salary review for political office holders, following calls for more realistic pay. This follows a proposal by the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) to address outdated salary structures for top...

The Digest: President Bola Tinubu has permanently abolished the 5% excise duty on telecommunications services, following two years of suspension. The move, announced by the NCC, marks a definitive Burden's End for Nigerian consumers and businesses. Key Points: President Tinubu has...

The Digest: In his first two years, President Bola Tinubu has signed 40 bills into law, surpassing former President Buhari's 14 in a similar timeframe. However, experts raise concerns about the tangible outcomes of these laws and their real effect on governance. Key Points: Tinubu has...

The Digest: As the 2027 elections approach, President Bola Tinubu faces growing pressure from the Northern Ethnic Nationality Forum (NENF) to reconsider his Muslim-Muslim ticket. This call aims to balance the nation’s religious divide and ensure unity. Key Points: NENF urges Tinubu to...

The Digest: President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Tokyo, Japan, to attend the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9). The summit, which focuses on economic transformation and innovation, marks a crucial moment for Nigeria on its Partnership Path with Japan and...

The Digest: President Bola Tinubu has ordered a review of deductions and revenue retentions by major government agencies like NNPCL and FIRS. The directive is aimed at boosting public savings and unlocking funds for national growth, ensuring the Fount's Flow is optimized for the economy. Key...

The Digest: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) expressed frustration over the results of Nigeria's recent by-elections, claiming that they exposed the declining state of democracy under President Bola Tinubu's leadership. The ADC denounced the violence, vote-buying, and irregularities...

The Digest: David Umahi, Nigeria's Minister of Works, has hailed President Bola Tinubu as "God sent" to the nation and urged the South-East to back his re-election bid in 2027. Speaking during a federal project inspection, Umahi highlighted Tinubu’s impact on the region’s infrastructure. Key...

The Digest: Arewa leader, Anthony Sani, dismisses Atiku Abubakar and Goodluck Jonathan’s prospects in the 2027 presidential race, citing political fragmentation and regional preferences. He suggests Tinubu’s re-election remains likely due to the split opposition and zoning politics. Key...

The Digest: President Bola Tinubu is embarking on his third trip to Brazil in nine months, a move that has sparked renewed "whispers" about his frequent foreign travels. The itinerary, which includes stops in Japan and Dubai, has reignited the debate over the implications of governing from...

The Digest: Peter Obi, the Labour Party presidential candidate, has once again criticized President Bola Tinubu's frequent international travels, urging him to focus more on Nigeria's pressing national issues. Obi condemned the President’s overseas trips, especially his planned trip to Japan...

The Digest: Daniel Bwala, a presidential aide, has stated that Peter Obi, the Labour Party's 2023 presidential candidate, will not secure a ticket in any political party for the 2027 elections. Bwala also claimed that Obi's 2023 votes had halved, arguing they were based on rhetoric, not...