Wizkid to Light Up Lagos: Pepsi Taps Global Star as Headliner for Epic GOAT Experience Concert

Pepsi has officially announced that Afrobeats megastar Wizkid will headline the much-anticipated GOAT (Greatest of All Time) Experience concert, set to electrify Lagos on December 28, 2025. This announcement marks one of the biggest entertainment highlights of the festive “Detty December” season and underscores Pepsi’s deep connection to Nigeria’s vibrant music culture and youth energy….

Nigeria’s Tax Revolution: Your NIN and CAC Numbers Will Automatically Serve as Tax IDs from 2026

A significant transformation in Nigeria’s tax system is set to reshape how individuals and businesses are identified for tax purposes — starting January 2026, your National Identification Number (NIN) and Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) registration number will automatically function as your Tax Identification Number (Tax ID). This move is part of a sweeping overhaul under…

False Alarm Busted: Nigeria’s Bank Accounts Will Not Be Frozen in 2026 — Oyedele Sets the Record Straight

Amid swirling rumours on social media and widespread public anxiety about the impending tax reforms scheduled to begin in January 2026, the Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Tax Policy and Fiscal Reforms, Taiwo Oyedele, has issued a firm and reassuring clarification: Nigerians’ bank accounts will not be frozen or automatically debited next year. He…

Mixed Signals in Borno: Tinubu Unveils 3,000 Electric Bikes Amid Motorcycle Ban Confusion

In a development stirring both optimism and bewilderment across Borno State, President Bola Tinubu unveiled a fleet of 3,000 electric bikes and other electric vehicles during a state visit — even as the state government continues to enforce a ban on motorcycle use, including electric models. The contradiction has left residents asking key questions about…

Fuel Relief at Last: Nigeria’s Petrol Supply Jumps 55% as Daily Availability Hits 71.5 Million Litres

Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector recorded a major boost in November as daily petrol supply surged by an impressive 55 per cent, offering fresh hope to motorists, businesses and households long burdened by scarcity and uncertainty. The sharp rise in supply signals a strategic effort to stabilise the market, improve availability nationwide and cushion the pressure…

2026 UTME: JAMB to Deploy Over 1,000 CBT Centres, Promises Most Advanced Exam Yet

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced that it will deploy more than 1,000 Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres for the upcoming 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) — an unprecedented scale in the history of the examination body. With nationwide accreditation now complete, JAMB has assured Nigerians that the 2026 UTME will…

NDLEA Scores Major Victory: Female Drug Kingpin Arrested with ₦5 Billion Cocaine Stash Hidden in Children’s Room in Lagos

In a dramatic breakthrough in Nigeria’s fight against drug trafficking, operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested one of the primary masterminds of a trans-border cocaine syndicate in Lagos, uncovering a massive 23.5 kilogrammes of cocaine concealed inside her children’s room. The arrest marks a significant blow to organised narcotics networks…

Presidency Responds to Controversy Over New Nigerian Tax Laws, Defends Integrity of Reform Process

In a high-stakes political development just days before the new fiscal regime takes effect, the Presidency of Nigeria has officially responded to mounting controversy surrounding the recently enacted tax reform laws, dismissing claims that the legislation was clandestinely altered after passage by the National Assembly. The government’s response is seen as a critical effort to…

Tinubu Government Declares Extended Festive Public Holidays for Christmas and New Year in Nigeria

In a widely celebrated announcement, the Federal Government of Nigeria, under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has officially declared multiple public holidays to mark the upcoming Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year celebrations. The declaration has set off nationwide excitement as millions of Nigerians prepare for an extended season of rest, celebration, and…