Category: #Governance
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NIGERIA TAX REFORM ACTS SIGNED TO SIMPLIFY TAXES, BOOST ECONOMY
New tax laws exempt low earners, cut corporate rates, and aim to grow business and capital markets. President Bola Tinubu’s June 26 signing of the Nigeria Tax Reform Acts consolidates multiple tax laws into a single, streamlined system to ease compliance and increase fairness. Individuals earning ₦800,000 or less annually are exempt from Personal Income…
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FCT NOA URGES CITIZENS TO HONOUR AUTHENTIC NIGERIAN FLAG AHEAD OF 65TH INDEPENDENCE
Preserving the true national flag is key to unity and patriotism during Nigeria’s milestone celebration. Ahead of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, the FCT Directorate of the National Orientation Agency (FCT-NOA) urged citizens to uphold the original Nigerian flag designed by Pa Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi—three vertical stripes of green, white, and green with no symbols. FCT…
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FG DECLARES OCTOBER 1 PUBLIC HOLIDAY FOR NIGERIA’S 65TH INDEPENDENCE ANNIVERSARY
Minister calls for unity and faith in national rebirth during historic celebration. The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, October 1, 2025, a public holiday to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. Minister of Interior Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo congratulated Nigerians and urged them to uphold the patriotism, unity, and resilience that have sustained the nation since 1960.…
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CROSS-PARTY LEADERS JOIN SEN. UMAHI TO INSPECT LAGOS-CALABAR COASTAL HIGHWAY
Minister urges Nigerians to evaluate the landmark infrastructure connecting West to South-East. Minister of Works Sen. Dave Umahi led a cross-section of political and civil society personalities, including PDP chieftain Chief Segun Showunmi, to inspect the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. Umahi emphasized the need for Nigerians to appreciate President Tinubu’s infrastructure efforts and judge the…
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FCT RESIDENTS URGE GOVT TO TACKLE ECONOMIC HARDSHIPS ON 65TH INDEPENDENCE
Citizens demand people-focused policies as Nigeria marks 65 years of independence. Residents in the Federal Capital Territory appealed to the Federal Government to implement policies that will alleviate economic hardships during the 65th Independence anniversary celebrations. They stressed the need for lasting solutions to challenges like fuel subsidy removal and foreign exchange unification, which have…
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FG DECLARES OCTOBER 1 A PUBLIC HOLIDAY FOR NIGERIA’S 65TH INDEPENDENCE
Nigerians celebrate unity and progress as the nation marks a historic milestone. The Federal Government has declared Wednesday, October 1, 2025, as a public holiday to celebrate Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary. Minister of Interior Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo urged citizens to uphold the patriotic spirit, unity, and resilience that have sustained Nigeria since 1960. He called…
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LAGOS-CALABAR COASTAL HIGHWAY INSPECTION HIGHLIGHTS PRESIDENT TINUBU’S INFRASTRUCTURE DRIVE
Minister Umahi urges Nigerians to recognize monumental progress on the 700km coastal highway project. Minister of Works, Sen. Dave Umahi, alongside political leaders and civil society, inspected the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, emphasizing its role in connecting western and southeastern Nigeria to boost trade and development. The highway, crossing Ogun, Ondo, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, and…
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BAUCHI GOV SACKS WOMEN AFFAIRS COMMISSIONER IN EXECUTIVE COUNCIL SHAKE-UP
Governor Bala Mohammed makes a swift change, reshaping his cabinet with immediate effect. Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has relieved Hajiya Zainab Baban-Takko, Commissioner for Women Affairs and Child Development, of her duties due to a minor reshuffle in the State Executive Council. The governor thanked her for her service and wished her well in…
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FG SECURES MAJOR PRICE DROP FOR REVOLUTIONARY HIV PREVENTION DRUG
Nigeria leads the way in making breakthrough HIV prevention affordable for millions. The Federal Government has successfully negotiated a dramatic price cut for lenacapavir, a twice-yearly HIV prevention injection, slashing the cost from $28,000 to just $40 per person. National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) Director-General Dr. Temitope Ilori hailed the deal at…
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VP KASHIM SHETTIMA TO DELIVER NIGERIA’S NATIONAL STATEMENT AT UNGA
Nigeria set to unveil updated climate commitments and showcase renewed global leadership. Vice-President Kashim Shettima will represent President Tinubu at UNGA, delivering Nigeria’s statement and unveiling updated Nationally Determined Contributions under the Paris Agreement. The address highlights Nigeria’s strengthened global voice under Tinubu’s leadership, emphasizing reforms and Africa’s role on the world stage.
