The Federal Government has appointed John Nwabueze as Nigeria’s Tax Ombudsman. The government announced this in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, late Tuesday, November 4. It stated that the appointment was in accordance with the provisions of the Joint Revenue Board of Nigeria (Establishment) Act, …
The Democratic Party secured sweeping victories across the United States on Tuesday in a series of local elections widely viewed as an early test of President Donald Trump’s second-term leadership. In New York City, Democratic socialist and state assemblyman Zohran Mamdani emerged victorious in the mayoral race, according to projections by major American news networks …
The Nigerian Army has dismissed social media claims alleging that images released from its recent rescue mission in Kogi State were old. In a statement on Tuesday, the 12 Brigade of the Nigerian Army maintained that the photos published from the operation were authentic and taken during the mission on November 2, 2025. According to …
Power generation companies (GenCos) in Nigeria have lost an estimated ₦987.92 billion in five years due to the persistent electricity crisis arising from frequent collapse of the national grid and poor distribution infrastructure. A recent report released by the Association of Power Generation Companies (APGC) explained that the figure represents the value of electricity that …
The National Sugar Development Council (NSDC) has launched the Sugarcane Outgrower Development Programme (SODP) to increase local sugar production and reduce Nigeria’s dependence on imports. The initiative, which supports the Nigeria Sugar Master Plan II (NSMP II), aims to bring farmers into the national sugar value chain while boosting rural jobs and income. Announcing the …
Rita Daniels, mother of Nollywood actress Regina Daniels, has finally spoken on her daughter’s dispute with Senator Ned Nwoko, accusing him of abuse and betrayal. Regina recently accused the senator of physically assaulting her and said she could no longer remain in the marriage. Ned Nwoko had denied the claim and instead accused Regina of …
The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) has denied claims that it seized the passport of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who represents Kogi Central, stating that she only underwent routine travel checks. NIS spokesperson, Akinsola Akinlabi, clarified the situation during a televised interview on Tuesday. He explained that officers simply carried out standard procedures before allowing the senator …
A sudden fire outbreak on Monday engulfed a petrol station and destroyed several properties in the Ago-Omoluabi area of Saki, Oyo State, sparking panic among residents and business owners in the bustling commercial town. Witnesses said thick smoke was first seen billowing into the sky before loud explosions followed, sending fuel attendants and passersby fleeing …
Africa remains a formidable force in the global energy market, anchoring international supply chains and national economies through crude oil production. As the world gradually pivots toward cleaner energy, the continent’s biggest oil producers are balancing rising transition pressure with the need to protect vital export earnings and jobs. Today, five African nations stand at …
The Federal High Court in Abuja has once again urged Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), to open his defence in the ongoing trial over alleged terrorism offences. Justice James Omotosho, who presided over the case on Tuesday, cautioned Kanu on the implications of refusing to enter his defence and …
