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2026 Tax Revolution in Nigeria: Tinubu’s New Laws Promise Relief for Businesses and Poor Nigerians

In a sweeping fiscal overhaul set to take effect on January 1, 2026, the Nigerian government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has unveiled a landmark tax reform package designed to ease the financial burden on ordinary citizens and boost the ease of doing business nationwide. The reforms, which have generated both optimism and debate across…

Elon Musk Makes History: Becomes First Person Ever to Surpass $600 Billion Net Worth in Global Wealth Milestone

In a historic moment in global finance, Elon Musk has become the first person in history to exceed a net worth of $600 billion, an unprecedented achievement that cements his position as the wealthiest individual on the planet. According to the latest estimates from Forbes, Musk’s total fortune now stands around $677 billion, driven by…

From Prison Cells to Graduation Caps: Six Kuje Inmates Earn University Degrees

In a powerful demonstration of the transformative power of education, the National Open University of Nigeria has awarded university degrees to six inmates of the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Kuje, Abuja. The milestone event has reignited national conversations around rehabilitation, second chances, and the role of education in reshaping lives within Nigeria’s correctional system….

Hope Restored in Kaduna as Itel Revamps Health Centre with Modern Facilities and Solar Power

Hope has been renewed for residents of a Kaduna community as itel Nigeria stepped in to transform a once-struggling primary healthcare centre into a modern, functional facility equipped with essential medical tools and sustainable solar-powered infrastructure. The intervention has been widely praised as a timely boost to grassroots healthcare delivery and a strong example of…

Nigeria Sets Historic Defense Milestone with Acquisition of 24 Italian M-346 Fighter Jets

Nigeria is poised to take a landmark step in modernizing its military capabilities with the acquisition of 24 M-346 fighter jets from Italy, marking what analysts describe as the largest military aircraft procurement ever undertaken by a West African country. This bold move signals a major upgrade in the Nigerian Air Force’s (NAF) operational readiness…

Fresh Outcry as Coalition Intensifies Call for Total Ban on GMO Foods in Nigeria

Concerns over food safety, public health, and environmental sustainability have once again taken center stage as a coalition of civil society organisations, consumer rights advocates, and environmental groups renewed calls for a total ban on genetically modified organism (GMO) foods in Nigeria. The coalition warned that the continued approval and circulation of GMO products could…

Gombe Timber Market Destroyed by Fire, Governor Vows Investigation and Relief for Traders

Tragedy struck in Gombe State as a devastating fire outbreak razed a large section of the popular Gombe Timber Market, leaving traders counting heavy losses and reigniting concerns over fire safety in major commercial hubs. The incident, which occurred in the early hours, destroyed timber stocks, shops, and valuable equipment, disrupting livelihoods and sending shockwaves…

Kano Voices Out: Summit Sounds Alarm on Censorship and Harassment of Content Creators in Nigeria

In a powerful gathering that spotlighted growing concerns about freedom of creative expression and digital rights in Nigeria, the 2025 Freedom Vibes Summit held in Kano rallied artists, content creators, legal experts, and cultural advocates to raise their voices against rising incidents of censorship, harassment, and regulatory pressure targeting creatives across the country. The summit…

Unlocking Nigeria’s Blue Future: Why Youth Engagement Is the Key to Blue Economy Success

Nigeria’s vast marine and aquatic resources offer a world of untapped economic promise. Yet at the heart of the country’s ambitious blue economy agenda lies a simple but powerful truth — the future of this sector depends on how deeply young Nigerians understand, engage with, and participate in it. This perspective was passionately articulated by…

Why Nigeria Must Sustain Artificial Intelligence Drive Nationwide

Nigeria’s fast-growing digital ambition has received a renewed push as key stakeholders across technology, governance, academia, and the private sector intensify calls for a sustained and nationwide commitment to Artificial Intelligence (AI). At the heart of this advocacy is a shared belief that AI is no longer optional for national progress, but a strategic necessity…