Ex-UN Envoy Rejects Death Penalty for Kidnappers
Former UN Human Rights Envoy, Prof. Uchenna Emelonye, urges Nigerian Senate to strengthen security institutions, not expand capital punishment laws, to effectively combat kidnapping and banditry.
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University, Worship Centre in Noise Pollution Dispute
Augustine University in Epe pleads with LASEPA as loudspeakers from Ori Oke Iyanu disrupt studies and health. The VC reports a staff member hospitalized. Read the full story.
German Man Jailed for Drugging, Raping Wife for Years
A German court sentences a man to 8.5 years for drugging, raping, and filming his wife. The case sparks debate on consent laws and online sexual violence in Europe. Read more.
PANDEF Endorses Tinubu's Oil Sector Reforms
The Pan-Niger Delta Forum has endorsed President Tinubu's oil and gas reforms, praising key appointments but calling for greater inclusion of local professionals and expanded environmental cleanup. Read more.
Anambra Communities Lament Destructive Sand Dredging
Aguleri communities in Anambra East decry sand dredgers' destructive activities near Agbanabo Ezu na Omambala riverbank, lamenting the absence of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
Controversy Hounds Nigeria's 2026 Tax Reform Implementation
Nigeria's ambitious tax reforms set for January 2026 face fierce opposition over alleged post-passage alterations, constitutional breaches, and public mistrust. Will the promises hold?
Customer Threatens Banker Over New Tax Deductions
A Nigerian banker's screenshot of a customer's threatening message over new tax laws has gone viral, sparking reactions online. See the full story and public response.
Argentine Unions Protest Milei's Labour Law Overhaul
Thousands protest President Javier Milei's labour reforms in Argentina, which unions say erode workers' rights. The bill aims to boost formal hiring but faces fierce opposition.
PDP Seeks Probe of Alleged Fraudulent Tax Law Changes
The PDP calls for an urgent investigation into alleged unauthorized changes to Nigeria's Tax Act, warning it threatens legislative integrity. The party demands a 6-month delay in the law's implementation.
Nigeria, Others Tasked with Closing Digital Divides
The WSIS+20 review highlights Nigeria's urgent need to tackle digital exclusion in affordability, skills, and gender parity to achieve SDGs. Experts call for action.
Reps Probe Alleged Alterations to Passed Tax Laws
The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into claims that recently passed tax laws were altered after approval. A seven-member committee will examine the discrepancies.
Ogun Govt Cancels Awujale Selection, Cites Procedural Errors
Ogun State Government suspends the process to pick a new Awujale of Ijebuland, directing the ruling house to restart to avoid litigation. Get the full details here.
World Bank Boosts Funding for Nigeria's Skills Project
The World Bank has approved additional financing for Nigeria's SPESSE project, citing its 'satisfactory' performance in bridging critical skills gaps in procurement and environmental standards. Over 85,000 Nigerians have been trained.
Rep Alleges Gazetted Tax Laws Differ from NASS Approved Versions
A House of Reps member raises alarm over discrepancies between tax laws passed by NASS and the gazetted versions. Speaker Abbas promises investigation. Read the full story.
Lawmaker: Gazetted Tax Laws Not What We Passed
Rep Abdussamad Dasuki raises alarm over discrepancies between tax laws signed by President Tinubu and versions approved by the National Assembly. He calls for urgent scrutiny.
Tinubu Explains Hidden Benefits of New 2026 Tax Laws
President Bola Tinubu assures Nigerians the 2026 tax regime will ease burdens on the poor and small businesses, exempting essentials like food and medicine. Discover the full details.
Beautiful Nubia's War Against Deforestation in Nigeria
Nigerian singer Beautiful Nubia condemns the destruction of Nigeria's trees. He warns of dire consequences if deforestation continues on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway and beyond. Read his urgent plea.
Australia PM: Bondi Beach Attack Driven by ISIS Ideology
Australian PM Anthony Albanese says a father and son, motivated by Islamic State ideology, killed 15 in a Bondi Beach shooting. Read details on the investigation and calls for stricter gun laws.
Vietnam's Toxic Plastic Recycling Villages Exposed
In Vietnam's recycling villages, workers face severe health risks from toxic pollution while processing 1.8 million tonnes of plastic waste annually. Discover the hidden cost of the global waste trade.
Experts: Use Alternative Energy to Boost Nigeria's Blue Economy
Environmental engineers call on the Tinubu administration to leverage Nigeria's 209 TCF gas reserves and alternative energy to drive a sustainable blue economy, creating jobs and wealth.
Bride ends marriage a day after wedding over in-laws
A bride in India dissolved her marriage just one day after the ceremony, citing her in-laws' unfriendly behaviour. The decision was made in a local panchayat. Read the full story.
20 Creators Picked for Tax Reform Training
Tax reform boss Taiwo Oyedele unveils 20 top content creators for special training on new tax laws. The 'Influencing for Good' programme aims to boost public understanding. See the full list and details.
Top 20 Creators Picked for Tax Reform Training
Taiwo Oyedele unveils 20 top content creators for special tax reform training. They will learn new laws to educate their followers. Find out who made the list.
Divine Laws and Human Responsibility: A Warning
Exploring the immutable spiritual laws governing Creation and the severe consequences of transgression, as revealed in accounts from the beyond. A must-read for every seeker of truth.
Akwa Ibom is Nigeria's Cleanest State for 2025
Akwa Ibom State has been ranked Nigeria's cleanest state for 2025. The report also reveals a worrying decline in national sanitation and public health indicators. Read more and see the full rankings.
Legal Experts Push for Stronger African Privacy Laws
At the 7th Privacy Symposium Africa in Lagos, experts called for robust data protection laws, enforcement, and ethical tech to safeguard vulnerable groups, especially children, in the digital age.
UK Man Arrested Over US Gun Photo, Case Dropped
A Yorkshire man was arrested in the UK for a photo with a legal gun in the US. The case was dropped after months of investigation. Read the full story.
Ogun Offers Free Lead Tests for Ogijo Residents
Ogun State Government begins free lead poisoning testing for Ogijo residents following shutdown of battery recycling plants. Testing starts Monday at Ogijo Primary Health Centre.
How Citizen Movements Shaped Nigeria's Tax Reforms
Discover how sustained citizen advocacy through Oxfam programs influenced Nigeria's new tax laws and climate justice initiatives, empowering communities across multiple states.
96 Arrested for Flouting Sanitation Law in Nasarawa
Nasarawa State Government arrested 96 persons for violating environmental sanitation laws. The state also plans to revitalize waste recycling plants in Lafia and Karu to improve public health.
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