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Sallah: Tinubu Promises Economic Recovery, Calls For Prayers For Soldiers
President Bola Tinubu has urged Nigerians to exercise patience with the reforms being implemented by his administration, assuring them that "the toughest days are behind us". Tinubu, who gave the assurance in his message to mark the 2025 Eid-el-Kabir celebration on Thursday, said that though the journey had not been easy, his economic reforms had already started yielding positive results. “We...
Eid-ul-Adha: Hon. Amobi Ogah Felicitates With Muslims, Calls For Peace, Unity
The lawmaker representing Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Amobi Godwin Ogah, has extended warm greetings to Muslim faithful across Nigeria as they celebrate the 2025 Eid-ul-Adha festival. In a goodwill message issued by his media team, Hon. Ogah congratulated Muslims in his constituency and beyond on the occasion of Eid-ul-Adha, urging them to uphold the values...
Wike Vows To Tackle Rich Tax Defaulters
Mr. Nyesom Wike, Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has stated that there is currently no reprieve for tax defaulters in Abuja and has stated that he is prepared to not back off of anyone who refuses to pay taxes to the government, regardless of their status. He said he will touch rich tax defaulters, and heaven won’t fall. On Monday,...
Edo Government Restructures Security Corps, 1,472 Passed Out
On Thursday, Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo announced that 1,472 Edo State Security Corps members had finished their demanding two-week training at the orientation camp. The governor stated that the training is in line with his administration’s resolve to reorganise and restructure the corps to embrace professionalism and collaborate with security agencies to fight criminality in the state. The governor made...
”Tinubu-Shettima Ticket In 2027 Poll Intact” – APC
The All Progressives Congress, which is in power, has denied mounting rumours that President Bola Tinubu might bench Vice President Kashim Shettima in the run-up to the 2027 presidential election. The party, speaking through its National Vice Chairman (South-East), Dr Ijeoma Arodiogbu, downplayed the speculation, calling it a distraction. “I’m hearing that for the first time. There’s a solid working relationship...
Trump’s New Bill May Slash Nigeria’s $21bn Remittance
The United States recently passed a new bill that would impose a 3.5% tax on money transfers made by non-citizens to recipients overseas, potentially dealing a serious blow to Nigeria's foreign exchange earnings from diaspora remittances. The provision is contained in the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” a sweeping legislative package by US President Donald Trump and recently passed by...
Eid-el-Kabir: Fire Service Boss Issues Safety Advice
Abdulganiyu Jaji, the Federal Fire Service's Controller General, has issued a strict safety warning to stop kitchen mishaps and fires during the holiday season. In a statement on Thursday by the FFS boss, Jaji cautioned celebrants—particularly women who traditionally handle festive cooking—not to overfill their cooking pans with oil while preparing Sallah meals. He warned that cooking oil should never exceed...
Musk-Trump Public Feud Triggers $150bn Tesla Stock Fall
Tesla's stock fell 14% on Thursday, wiping out an estimated $150 billion in market value as the public became aware of a high-profile feud between CEO Elon Musk and US President Donald Trump, according to the BBC. The sharp decline came amid investor concerns over the implications of the rapidly deteriorating relationship between Musk and the White House. The dispute, which...
Cross River Gov Inauguarate New Accountant, Surveyor Generals
The governor of Cross River State, Senator Bassey Otu, has formally appointed Dr (Mrs) Glory Effiong and Patric Bassey as the state's accountant general and surveyor general, respectively. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony on Thursday in Calabar, Otu emphasised that their appointments align with his commitment to working with individuals who are tested, trusted, and committed to excellence. He said, “For...
Eid-el-Kabir: Fubara Urges Muslims To Pray For Peace, Unity In Nigeria
As Muslims around the world mark Eid-el-Kabir, Rivers State Governor Sir Siminalayi Fubara has called on the faithful to reflect deeply on the festival’s core values of sacrifice, obedience, and faith—virtues exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim's devotion to God. In a heartfelt Sallah message, Governor Fubara urged Muslims in Rivers State and across Nigeria to pray for peace, unity, and national...
