JUST IN: Ogun commercial drivers protest multiple levies

Some commercial drivers operating in the Mowe-Ibafo-Arepo areas of Ogun State stormed the expressway on Monday to protest multiple levies imposed on them by transport union workers, commonly known as Agberos. Our correspondent, who monitored the protest, gathered from the drivers that they were subjected to arbitrary fees, which have caused them significant hardship. The…

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Edo election, example of ‘state capture’ – Obi

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has criticised the Saturday election in Edo State, describing it as a “blatant example of ‘state capture’” that undermines Nigeria’s democratic process. In a statement released on Monday via X following the weekend’s events, Obi expressed concern over the integrity of the electoral system. “What happened…

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No more demolition of houses on Ibadan Circular Road- Makinde

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has declared that there would be no more demolition of houses in the affected communities in the six Local Government Areas of the state. The affected communities are spread within six Local Governments namely Ido, Akinyele, Egbeda, Ona-Ara, Lagelu and Oluyole, respectively. Makinde stated this on Monday while addressing protesters…

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FIRS partners Abuja Chamber to boost tax compliance rates

The Federal Inland Revenue Service has strengthened its commitment to enhancing tax compliance among Nigerian businesses through a strategic partnership with the Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry. This collaboration was highlighted during the opening ceremony of the 19th Abuja International Trade Fair themed: ‘Mobility: Options for Transportation, Trade Finance and Taxation’ held in Abuja…

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Nigeria demands UN Security Council seat

Nigeria has made its case for proper representation on the United Nations Security Council. It stated that having contributed to at least 41 peacekeeping missions globally and deployed over 200,000 Nigerian troops in UN operations, it deserves a seat on the global security body. “It is on this basis that Nigeria continues to call for…

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2025 budget, others to take centre stage as Reps resume Tuesday

As the House of Representatives resumes from its annual recess on Tuesday, September 24, key issues, including the 2025 Appropriation Bill from President Bola Tinubu, the constitution review exercise, and electoral reforms, among others, would be accorded legislative priorities. Online reported that lawmakers who proceeded on vacation on July 23, 2024, would, on resumption, deliberate…

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PDP rejects Edo election result, heads to court

The Peoples Democratic Party has officially rejected the Edo State Governorship election results announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission. During a press conference in Abuja, PDP acting National Chairman Umar Damagum on Monday called on concerned Nigerians to support the party’s rejection of the election results. The Independent National Electoral Commission announced on Saturday…

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