Nigeria's 2026 Tax Reform: Truth vs. Viral Lies
As Nigeria's new tax law takes effect Jan 1, 2026, we separate fact from fiction on income tax, bank alerts, and gifts. Most Nigerians will pay less or nothing.
As Nigeria's new tax law takes effect Jan 1, 2026, we separate fact from fiction on income tax, bank alerts, and gifts. Most Nigerians will pay less or nothing.
Google has introduced a long-awaited feature allowing users to change their @gmail.com address while keeping all data. The global rollout appears to have started in India.
A trader shares her eyewitness account of the Balogun Market fire, revealing it began with smoke around 4 PM. She criticizes the initial response and explains how her mother's warning saved her goods.
A Providus Bank employee reveals the six generous bonuses staff received for Christmas 2025, including a 13th-month salary and rice. See the full list and public reactions.
The Association of Corporate Communication & Marketing Professionals in Banks dismisses viral claims of 12 banks shutting down. ACAMB assures the public the recapitalisation is proceeding smoothly to strengthen the financial system.
Taiwo Oyedele dismisses false claims that accounts without TIN will be frozen in 2026. Get the facts and avoid misinformation about Nigeria's tax reforms.
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A Nigerian man mistakenly transferred N800,000 to a wrong account. Discover how OPay's swift action helped him recover his funds and see netizens' reactions.
The World Bank has greenlit a $500 million package to boost credit access for Nigeria's MSMEs. The FINCLUDE project targets women-led and agribusiness firms to drive growth and jobs. Read more.
Nigeria's Supreme Court has delivered a final judgment in a two-decade debt dispute, ruling in favour of Fidelity Bank. The court set key terms for the N30 billion repayment. Read the full details.
Controversial content creator Lege Miamii vents after being blocked by singer Asake on Instagram, blaming the singer's father for involving him in a family dispute. Read the full story and see public reactions.
A Nigerian mother made the ultimate sacrifice, draining her bank account to buy a flight ticket for her daughter, fearing road travel due to rampant kidnappings. Her story highlights the daily terror many face. Read her emotional plea for safety.
An in-depth review of Nigeria's banking recapitalisation exercise. Discover which 16 banks have met the CBN's new capital requirements and the impact on the financial sector. Read the full analysis now.
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A landmark EU-Mercosur trade deal faces a major setback as Italy and France demand more safeguards for farmers, casting doubt on a signing ceremony planned for this weekend in Brazil.
The Ekiti State Internal Revenue Service clarifies that the new tax reforms will not freeze accounts without TIN. Chairman Olaniran Olatona urges calm, stating the goal is fair taxation, not hardship. Read more.
Afrobeats star Fola apologises after his Mainland Block Party headline show in Lagos was cut short due to dangerous overcrowding. Read details and official statements.
Union Bank of Nigeria launches its 'Endless Possibilities' campaign, celebrating Nigerian resilience and ambition. Discover how the 108-year-old bank supports growth.
Fidelity Bank will restrict transactions for accounts not linked to a Tax ID or National Identity Number from January 1, 2026. Learn how to update your details to avoid service disruptions.
The CBN has revoked the operating licences of Aso Savings and Union Homes. NDIC has commenced verification and payment of insured deposits up to N2 million. Learn how depositors can claim their funds.
Revenue inflows into Nigeria's Federation Account surged to N23.06 trillion in the first ten months of 2025, driven by fiscal reforms and digital tracking. Learn about the growth and the new tax law.
FAAC reports a sharp N427.969bn drop in November revenue, sharing N1.93 trillion among FG, states, and LGs. Key taxes see substantial declines. Read the full breakdown.
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A Nigerian man, Charles Obinwanne Don, shares the N10 million balance in VeryDarkMan's NGO account, defending the activist against claims of jealousy towards Harrison Gwamnishu. Get the full story on the social media drama.
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A Nigerian man shares his firsthand, distressing account of visiting a relative at a hospital, exposing critical issues. Read his full story and witness testimony here.
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