Former Super Eagles winger Emmanuel Amuneke has urged the Federal Government to accelerate the distribution of houses to the remaining members of Nigeria’s 1994 Africa Cup of Nations-winning squad. Amuneke, who has already received his house, called for the authorities to honor their commitment to his teammates. “You mean the 1994 houses? I have received mine long ago,” Amuneke said. “They should hand over to the others now. Let them do it.” The government has been working to fulfill a promise made more than 30 years ago to the squad, who secured Nigeria’s second AFCON title in Tunisia. Efan Ekoku,…
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President Bola Tinubu will officially sign four transformative tax reform bills into law this Thursday, marking a significant overhaul of Nigeria’s fiscal and revenue framework. According to a statement from Bayo Onanuga, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, the bills—namely the Nigeria Tax Bill, Nigeria Tax Administration Bill, Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Bill, and Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Bill—have been passed by the National Assembly after months of stakeholder consultations. Onanuga highlighted the expected impact: “When the new tax laws become operational, they are expected to significantly transform tax administration in the country, leading to increased revenue generation,…
A recent US Department of Defense intelligence assessment reveals that the airstrikes conducted on Iran’s nuclear sites did not destroy the country’s nuclear program but delayed its progress by a few months. The strikes targeted the Fordo, Natanz, and Isfahan facilities with bunker-buster bombs designed to penetrate underground. Despite the use of powerful munitions, the damage was largely confined to surface-level structures, and Iran’s enriched uranium reserves and centrifuges remained mostly intact. The White House strongly rejected the assessment, calling it inaccurate and accusing intelligence sources of undermining the successful operation. President Donald Trump claimed the nuclear sites were “completely…
The contest for President Bola Tinubu’s vice presidential running mate in the 2027 election has intensified, reflecting a broader struggle over who will succeed him as president in 2031. The APC North-East stakeholders meeting, aimed at endorsing Tinubu’s 2027 candidacy, ended abruptly when supporters of Vice President Kashim Shettima protested the lack of endorsement. APC Vice Chairman for the North-East, Mustapha Salihu, clarified that endorsing Shettima prematurely would imply that Tinubu had already chosen his running mate. Political sources indicate ongoing negotiations that may see President Tinubu select a different running mate. Several northern governors and National Assembly leaders are…
President Bola Tinubu has extended felicitations to Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu on the occasion of his 60th birthday, praising his commitment to the advancement of Lagos State’s infrastructure and public service. In a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu lauded Sanwo-Olu’s dedication to the vision of transforming Lagos into a modern metropolis. He highlighted the governor’s successful completion of the Blue and Red Rail lines and the ongoing preparations for the Purple Line, which is set to serve the strategic Lekki corridor. The President urged the governor to maintain this positive momentum…
The Kaduna State Government has dismissed claims by former Governor Nasir El-Rufai that all projects commissioned by President Bola Tinubu during his recent Kaduna visit were initiated by El-Rufai’s administration. El-Rufai made the claims during an appearance on Arise television. In response, the government, via a statement from Governor Uba Sani’s Chief Press Secretary Ibraheem Musa, labeled the claims as “bare-faced lies” and an attempt to distort the facts. The statement clarified that the projects were either initiated or completed under Governor Sani’s leadership. President Tinubu inaugurated three major projects during his visit: the Institutes of Vocational Training and Skills…
Senator Ali Ndume of Borno South has issued a stark warning to President Bola Tinubu, stating that failure to resolve Nigeria’s challenges may lead to his departure from the All Progressives Congress. Speaking on Arise News, Ndume, who was the Director-General of Rotimi Amaechi’s presidential campaign, expressed frustration with the current state of governance. He cautioned that the APC could face collapse if it continues to absorb too many political interests without proper management. “If Tinubu continues this way, it doesn’t matter if he loads more people or governors, you are just endangering the APC,” Ndume said. Ndume also addressed…
The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has vehemently opposed President Bola Tinubu’s recent proposal to set up cattle ranches in Abuja and other parts of Nigeria. The group described the plan as a repackaged version of the discredited Ruga policy and a covert attempt to seize indigenous lands under the guise of government initiatives. Emma Powerful, IPOB’s spokesperson, issued a statement on Tuesday condemning the Federal Government for placing the interests of cattle colonies above critical national priorities like education, security, and innovation. He highlighted the historical consequences of grazing demands, which have led to the domination of native lands…
In a move aimed at promoting youth development and celebrating sporting excellence, Governor Peter Mbah has appointed Super Eagles and Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye as an ambassador for Enugu State. The appointment was made during a meeting at the Lion Building, where Okoye was commended for his international football achievements and his commitment to giving back to his home state. Governor Mbah remarked, “Today, I had the pleasure of receiving the Super Eagles and Udinese star goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye, at the Lion Building.” The governor revealed that Okoye plans to establish a charitable foundation and a football academy in Enugu,…
The Nigerian Senate and House of Representatives have jointly approved a second extension of the capital component of the 2024 federal budget, pushing the deadline to December 31, 2025. This move has drawn criticism from various quarters, including economists and financial analysts, who argue that repeated extensions reflect poor government execution capacity and risk undermining fiscal discipline. The Senate’s decision followed an expedited passage of the amendment bill during plenary, with Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin announcing the approval. Senator Olamilekan Adeola, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriation, explained that the extension was necessary to complete ongoing capital projects…