African Telescope Appoints 4 Scholars to Editorial Board
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CITN: Sustained Implementation Critical for Tax Reform
CITN President Innocent Ohagwa outlines the pillars for Nigeria's new tax reform success: sustained implementation, capacity building & stakeholder engagement. Learn how the reforms aim to harmonize taxes and boost revenue.
NANS Alerts on Nigerian Scholarship Students' Plight in Morocco
NANS raises alarm over abandoned Nigerian scholarship students in Morocco, citing hardship and a death. Government denies claims, citing fiscal constraints. Read the full story.
APC Chairman: Governors Don't Control the Party
APC National Chairman Nentawe Yilwatda asserts party decisions flow from national level, not governors. He explains the absence of a Board of Trustees and the institutional structure.
Nigeria's Fuel Imports Soar to 1.8mMT, Highest in 12 Months
Nigeria's reliance on imported petrol surges to 1.8 million metric tonnes as local refining falters. New regulators face pressure to fix the oil sector amid a price war. Read the full analysis.
Ogoni Stakeholders React to Abe, Kobani Board Nominations
Ogoni stakeholders commend Magnus Abe and Kenneth Kobani's nominations to NUPRC and NMDPRA boards but insist appointments don't signal oil resumption. They demand environmental cleanup first.
Dangote Refinery Denies Shutdown, Produces 50m Litres Daily
Dangote Refinery dismisses false shutdown claims, confirms daily production of 50 million litres of PMS and maintains N699/litre price. Read the full details.
Wike Hails Tinubu's Nomination of Kenneth Kobani
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike celebrates the nomination of Kenneth Kobani to the NMDPRA board by President Bola Tinubu. Read about the political implications and public reactions.
Tinubu nominates 21 for oil, gas regulatory boards
President Bola Tinubu has sent 21 nominees for the boards of NUPRC and NMDPRA to the Senate for confirmation, aiming to strengthen governance and PIA reforms. Read the full list.
Tinubu Nominates 21 Board Members for Oil Regulators
President Bola Tinubu has sent 21 nominees for the boards of NMDPRA and NUPRC to the Senate for confirmation. This move aims to advance reforms in Nigeria's crucial oil and gas sector.
FERMA Unions Deny Media Claims, Allege Forgery
FERMA's Joint Union refutes media reports of board interference, calling them forged and malicious. They demand retraction and pledge support to the agency's leadership.
Dangote Cuts Fuel Price, Takes on Regulator in 2025
Aliko Dangote emerges as a 2025 hero, slashing fuel prices and challenging regulatory corruption. His 'no gree' stance echoes a national demand for accountability and consumer rights. Read the full story.
Get Your Tax ID Online Using NIN or CAC - JTB Guide
The Joint Tax Board has launched a unified portal for Nigerians to retrieve their Tax Identification Number digitally using NIN or CAC details. Follow our step-by-step guide to access your 13-digit Tax ID from January 1, 2026.
Borno Governor Announces Major Rural Allowance Increase
Governor Babagana Zulum announces a 100% salary allowance for doctors and 40% for nurses in rural Borno to tackle healthcare staffing shortages. The move aims to compete with INGO salaries.
FG Launches New Tax ID Portal Linked to NIN
Nigeria's new tax ID portal goes live January 1, 2026. Your NIN becomes your tax number. Learn how to retrieve your ID and what it means for you.
Hisbah arrests 9 over 'good evening' activities in Kano
Kano State Hisbah Board operatives have arrested eight teenage girls and one young man for alleged involvement in 'good evening' street activities. The suspects were nabbed in coordinated end-of-year raids. Read full details.
Hisbah Arrests 9 for Prostitution in Kano End-of-Year Raid
Kano State Hisbah Board detained eight girls and one boy for alleged prostitution in a special operation. Suspects aged 15-20 confessed. Read details of the raid.
Nigeria Mourns Chief Rex Onyeabo, PDP Founding Member
Enugu State and Nigeria bid farewell to Chief Rex Onyeabo, a PDP founding father, technocrat, and devout Catholic. His legacy of public service and faith is honoured.
Dangote Refinery's 2025 Crisis: Unions, Pricing & Regulation
Nigeria's oil sector faced major tensions in 2025 as Dangote Refinery clashed with unions, marketers, and regulators over labour rights, pricing, and market control. Explore the full review of the crisis and its implications for 2026.
Sanwo-Olu Links Prosperity to Sound Governance
Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu says strong boards and sound governance are critical for Nigeria's economic growth. Read his full speech at the CIoD awards.
Obi Reframes $5m School Fees as National Moral Test
Peter Obi shifts the Dangote-Farouk debate to Nigeria's education inequality, showing how $5m could build 25 schools for 6,000 students. A call for public conscience.
Bayelsa Road Show for Measles-Rubella Vaccination Campaign
Bayelsa State launches a road show to sensitize residents ahead of the Measles-Rubella vaccination campaign from January 20-29, 2026. Health officials urge parents to vaccinate children aged 9-15 months.
Nurse Accused of Sexually Abusing Sedated Patients at Duke
A registered nurse at Duke Health is charged with sexually assaulting two incapacitated patients. Jomil Uy Tugado, 39, faces multiple felonies and had his nursing license suspended. Duke Health has a zero-tolerance policy and is cooperating with police.
Nigeria's Oil Sector: PIA Fails, Distrust Deepens
Despite the Petroleum Industry Act, Nigeria's oil sector remains mired in opacity. NEITI recovers billions, but Dangote Refinery clashes with NMDPRA, exposing deep-seated governance failures. Read the full analysis.
ICPC Summons Dangote Over Petition Against Ex-NMDPRA Boss
The ICPC has summoned business magnate Aliko Dangote to appear before its investigators regarding his petition alleging corruption against former NMDPRA MD Ahmed Farouk. Read the full details.
ICPC Invites Dangote in $7M Ex-NMDPRA Boss Probe
The ICPC has invited Aliko Dangote to provide evidence in his corruption petition against former NMDPRA MD Farouk Ahmed, who allegedly misused over $7 million in public funds. The probe continues despite Ahmed's resignation.
Jigawa PDP Condemns Suspension of Sule Lamido
The Jigawa PDP chapter condemns the suspension of ex-Governor Sule Lamido from the party's BoT, calling it unjust and a threat to internal democracy. They demand immediate reversal.
Dangote Refinery Cuts Fuel Price to N699/Litre in Lagos
Dangote Refinery announces a new petrol price of N699 per litre at its Lagos gantry, offering hope for cheaper fuel nationwide. Nigerians react as calls grow to end fuel imports.
Dangote Refinery Cuts Fuel Price to N699/Litre
Dangote Refinery reduces petrol price to N699 per litre at its Lagos gantry, exciting Nigerians and prompting calls to end fuel imports. Read public reactions and details.
Senate Confirms New CEOs for Petroleum Agencies
The Nigerian Senate has confirmed Saidu Mohammed and Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan as CEOs of NMDPRA and NUPRC. Read about their confirmation process and the expectations for Nigeria's oil sector.
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