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The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has thrown its weight behind calls to suspend the implementation of the controversial tax reform laws, amid allegations that the gazetted versions were fraudulently altered after passage by the National Assembly and assent by President Bola Tinubu. In press release issued on Sunday, December 28, 2025, the caucus expressed deep consternation over the ongoing controversy surrounding the Nigeria Tax Act, 2025; Nigeria Tax Administration Act, 2025; Joint Revenue Board of Nigeria (Establishment) Act, 2025; and Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Act, 2025. The laws, signed into law in June 2025 and scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2026, have sparked widespread debate following claims by lawmakers that the published versions differ materially from what was debated and approved. The controversy erupted after Rep. Abdussamad Dasuki raised the issue during a recent plenary session, prompting the House to inaugurate a high-powered com...

The Coalition Against Terrorism and Corruption (CATC) has announced plans to mobilize a one-million-man march to protest any attempt to release former Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) Abubakar Malami from EFCC detention, demanding instead that he be sentenced to death by hanging for allegedly enabling terrorism financing through massive money laundering. In a statement signed by Dr. Hassan Adebayo, the group’s spokesperson, Malami was branded a “traitor in high office” whose actions have directly fueled terrorism, cost countless innocent lives, and betrayed the nation. “Abubakar Malami, as AGF, turned his position into a criminal enterprise, laundering billions to arm terrorists and destabilize Nigeria while chasing a presidential ambition he later abandoned,” Adebayo stated. “His alleged laundering of over N1 billion through Metropolitan Auto Tech Limited between 2022 and 2025 is not mere corruption—it is blood money that has killed Nigerians and left families in perpetual gri...

The Renewed Hope Ambassadors Network has named Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, as the Best Performing Minister of the Year and Dr. Aminu Maida, Executive Vice Chairman/CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), as the Best Performing Agency Head. The group said it came to this conclusion after a careful review of key promoters and stakeholders championing Mr. President's ideological and developmental agenda. It noted that Minister Bagudu came out tops for his outstanding contributions, loyalty, and strategic leadership in steering Nigeria’s fiscal policy and economic planning throughout 2025. In a statement signed by Opialu Fabian Opialu, Bagudu was described as a “towering figure” whose tireless efforts have significantly advanced the Renewed Hope vision in economic stabilization and growth. “Minister Abubakar Atiku Bagudu exemplifies the Renewed Hope vision through his relentless commitment to macroeconomic stability and inclusiv...

By Philip Agbese In every constitutional democracy, the legitimacy of law does not rest on sentiment or speed, but on process. Laws derive their authority not merely from political will or popular approval, but from scrupulous adherence to the procedures laid down by the Constitution and statute. It is against this background that recent public commentary surrounding the authentication, assent, and gazetting of key tax reform legislation must be understood, and properly situated within Nigeria’s constitutional order. The National Assembly, as the custodian of legislative authority, has responded not with defensiveness or evasion, but with institutional sobriety. The leadership of both Chambers has activated the very safeguards that give law its moral and legal force: verification, certification, and transparency. This is not an act of weakness. It is the essence of legislative strength. The press release issued by the Management of the National Assembly makes this point unambiguously. ...

There was palpable excitement among Ogun State workers as the state government paid the end-of-year bonus approved by Governor Dapo Abiodun, offering financial relief to thousands of public servants ahead of the festive season. For many workers, the payment came as a welcome boost at a time when household expenses traditionally rise. The bonus, which has become a yearly tradition under the Abiodun administration, reflects the government’s continued focus on the welfare and well-being of its workforce. Speaking on the development, the State Head of Service, Mr. Kehinde Onasanya, said the gesture was designed to appreciate workers for their dedication and commitment throughout the year. He noted that the bonus also acknowledges the role of public servants in driving the government’s Building Our Future Together agenda. According to him, the payment cuts across all categories of state government employees, reinforcing an inclusive approach to staff motivation and service delivery. Several...

L-R: Senate President, Godswill Akpabio;  the Akarigbo and Paramount ruler of Remoland, Oba Babatunde Ajayi; Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, and the Senator representing Ogun West Senatorial District, Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, during the 2025 Remo Day Celebration, held at the Royal Pavilion, Akarigbo 's Palace, Sagamu, on Saturday... President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has urged the people of Remoland to strengthen unity and cooperation with their Ijebu kinsmen in pursuit of the proposed Ijebu-Remo State, describing harmony as essential to the realisation of the collective aspiration. Senator Akpabio made the call at the 2025 Remo Day celebration held at the Akarigbo Pavilion in Sagamu, themed “One People, Diverse Cultures, One Identity.” He praised the Remo people as industrious, enterprising and astute industrialists, noting that their spirit of cooperation would be pivotal to the creation of the new state. “I want to urge the Remo people to cont...

A civil society organisation, Global Right has levelled serious allegations against the President of the International Press Institute (IPI Nigeria), Mr. Musikilu Mojeed, accusing him of unethical conduct and “corporate blackmail” in his roles as IPI chief and Editor-in-Chief of Premium Times. In a statement signed by the group Executive Director, Abiodun Baiyewu on Saturday, the group claimed that Mojeed has allegedly “weaponised investigative journalism” to pressure companies and organisations into placing advertisements in Premium Times and its affiliated publications. According to the organisation, Mojeed has “routinely threatened” corporate bodies with unfavourable reports unless they purchased advertorials, describing the alleged practice as “racketeering disguised as journalism.” “Mojeed has turned investigative reporting into a revenue strategy. He pressures organisations to patronise Premium Times or risk negative coverage. This is not journalism; it is weaponised intimidation...

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has congratulated the Director-General of the Department of State Services (DSS), Mr Oluwatosin Ajayi, on his commendation by the Nigerian National Committee of the International Press Institute (IPI), describing the recognition as a strong affirmation of professionalism and respect for democratic values. The honour was bestowed on the DSS Director-General at the IPI’s annual conference held earlier this month in Abuja, an event at which President Bola Tinubu also acknowledged the evolving and more constructive relationship between the nation’s security agencies and the media. In a statement issued on Saturday in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital, Governor Abiodun said the award was particularly significant because it came from a respected institution of the Fourth Estate, widely known for its critical role as society’s watchdog. According to the governor, the recognition represents an “unassailable verdict” on Mr Ajayi’s commitment to human rig...

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Ifeanyi Godwin Araraume Ph.D, has enjoined Christians to reflect on the import of Christmas brought about by the birth of Jesus Christ and its redemptive hope to millions of Christians and non-Christians around the world. In a statement made available to newsmen, Araraume urged Christians and non Christians to use the opportunity of the celebration to rededicate themselves to the values of love, peace, sacrifice and tolerance as embodied in the birth of the Saviour, Jesus Christ. He conveyed his heartfelt Christmas wishes to Christians around the world. Araraume further stated that Christmas season is a profound reminder of selflessness, compassion, and service to humanity—principles that must continue to guide leadership and citizenship alike. He also showered encomiums on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR, for embarking on policies and programmes that are peoples centred. He implored leaders at the sub-nationals to emulate th...

By Seyi Bakare There is an unmistakable lunacy that runs through the piece, "Governor Dapo Abiodun and His Greek Gift", supposedly written by a Femi Orebe and published in an online platform, Apple's Bite: it is the reinvention of a long debunked falsehood applied to discredit a current good gesture.  The writer says that the situation in Nigeria's LGs has not changed since the Supreme Court judgement that granted them financial autonomy, but then blames this on the Ogun State Governor. He had bile and roaring rage, but did not have the intellect, decency or education to sound remotely believable to a sane mind. Because it is a Bolekaja pile of garbage concocted by an errand boy of a drowning politician whose services can apparently be secured by a bottle of beer, the piece is published on many platforms under different titles and if you want to read it on Nairaland, one of the sites where the anti-Abiodun brigade regularly comforts itself with blatant falsehoods and ...

In fulfilment of his pledge and in a move aimed at facilitating smooth governance at the grassroots, the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has presented Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) to all the 20 Local Government chairmen in the state. The presentation took place in Abeokuta on Thursday, amid the Christmas festivities. Speaking through the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mr. Ganiyu Hamzat, Governor Abiodun commended the Local Government chairmen for their efforts in delivering dividends of democracy at the grassroots. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to working closely with them to improve the welfare and quality of life of Ogun State citizens. Responding on behalf of the chairmen, the Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Ogun State chapter, Dr. Mrs. Afolasade Adeyemo, described the gesture as a welcome development. She expressed profound appreciation to the governor for fulfilling his pledge. Adeyemo, wh...

The Labour Party and Action Democratic Party (ADP) have concluded talks to co-host a conference of political parties for deliberations to adopt consensus candidates and undertake joint voters education, campaigns and mobilization for such candidates in future elections of the country.  This, they said, shall begin with the FCT area council election billed for February 21, 2026 and, subsequently, the Osun governorship election scheduled to hold on August 8, 2026. Tagged "Ballot Alliance for Good Governance (BAFOGG)," an inaugural consultation between the Labour Party of the NLC founders and statutory NEC, represented by the Acting National Publicity Secretary of the party, Prince Tony Akeni, and ADP representative, Hon. Chinazam Ike, briefed reporters in Abuja on Wednesday. "The concept of 'Voters Ballot Alliance,'" Akeni explained, "is the first of its kind in our country's practice of democracy. From Independence till date, there is no record like ...

Alpha-Beta Consulting LLP (“Alpha-Beta”) has taken note of recent publications by TheCable and Sahara Reporters alleging tax evasion and improper tax practices by the Company. These allegations are false, misleading, and malicious, and Alpha-Beta issues this statement to set the record straight. The allegations originate from one Mr. Segun Oluwasanmi, a disgruntled former employee who exited the Company on 7 January 2025 following a documented history of misconduct, insubordination, and breach of internal standards. Significantly, Mr. Oluwasanmi raised no allegations for several months after leaving the Company. His claims only surfaced later, coinciding with the period when he was called upon to respond to outstanding criminal matters before the Lagos State Police Command, raising serious questions about the motive and timing of these accusations. There are reasonable grounds to suspect that he is acting at the instigation and inducement of persons with ulterior motives, as now clearl...

The Middle Belt Democratic Agenda has enthusiastically commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his decisive and visionary leadership in addressing the lingering crisis within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Benue State. The group described the President's constitution of a high-powered reconciliation committee as a clear demonstration of his commitment to party unity, internal democracy, and the overall stability of Nigeria's political landscape. In a statement released today and signed by Comrade Samuel Bako, the Middle Belt Democratic Agenda hailed President Tinubu's choice of Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Speaker of the House of Representatives, as chairman of the Benue APC reconciliation committee. The Benue APC has been embroiled in factional disputes, primarily between supporters of Governor Hyacinth Alia and those aligned with Senator George Akume, leading to parallel structures, legal tussles, and public disruptions that have weakened the party's cohesion an...

By Benedict Aguele In the age of instant narratives and social media-driven outrage, few things are as dangerous as unverified allegations leveled against competent public servants. Engr. Gbenga Komolafe, former Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), has recently been subjected to a torrent of claims alleging corruption, asset manipulation, and revenue concealment. Yet, a careful examination of the facts reveals that these allegations are not only unfounded but also reflect a troubling pattern of targeting individuals who are effective reformers in Nigeria’s critical oil and gas sector. Komolafe’s tenure at the NUPRC coincided with a transformative period in the Nigerian petroleum industry. The Petroleum Industry Act (PIA), signed into law in 2021, established a robust legal framework for regulating upstream operations, enhancing transparency, and modernizing revenue management. As CEO, Komolafe applied his extensive knowledge of petroleum law...

The Chairman of Agbado Oke-Odo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos Community Development Committee (CDC), Comrade Ernest Olabowale Babatunde Kasunmu has said that he would continue to promote boxing as a former boxing champion that represented Oyo State in the 80s. This was just as the Chairman of Agbado Oke-Odo LCDA, Hon. Abiodun Ishola Ejigbadero, pledged to promote sporting activities in the area as a means of engaging youths productively and making them more useful to society.   They both stated these during the finals of the 4th Agbado Oke-Odo Eji Boxing Championship 2025, organised by KAROMISHAUS under the leadership of Comrade Ernest Babatunde Kasunmu.   The boxing competition was held at Temidire Primary School, Oke-Odo, Lagos, between December 20 and 23, 2025.   The LCDA Chairman noted that the competition had started before he assumed office, stressing that local councils should prioritise sports development at the grassroots level.   “My plan is t...

Fidelity Bank Plc has reinforced its commitment to community safety and sustainable ecological practices through the donation of essential firefighting and preventive equipment including hoses and gasoline water pumps to the Ikoyi Fire Service Station in Lagos. The donation was made under the Fidelity Helping Hands Program (FHHP) by the True Serve team, reaffirming the Bank’s commitment to the environment and community safety. Through the FHHP, members of staff identify areas of critical community needs, raise funds, and then receive matching monetary support from the bank to execute the projects. Commenting on the reason behind the donation, Divisional Head, Brand and Communications Division, Fidelity Bank Plc, Dr Meksley Nwagboh, emphasized that the donation reflects the bank’s dedication to strengthening emergency response capabilities and promoting public safety within the communities it serves. According to him, “Fidelity Bank remains committed to supporting initiatives that contr...

The Faleke Ambassadors for Asiwaju 2027, a vibrant grassroots movement dedicated to advancing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, has showered encomiums on the President and Nigeria’s gallant security forces for the triumphant rescue of all abducted students and teachers from St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary School in Papiri, Niger State. In a statemet issued in Abuja, the group hailed the release of the final batch of 130 students on Sunday as a resounding triumph that vividly illustrates President Tinubu’s steadfast resolve to safeguard the lives of every Nigerian, especially the most vulnerable. The Faleke Ambassadors for Asiwaju praised the President’s decisive deployment of security assets and the seamless coordination that ensured the children’s safe arrival in Minna, The statement signed by its National Coordinator, Comrade Dauda Jerry said: “President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has once again proven that under his leadership, no Nigerian child will be abandoned i...

As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), a social group, De-Zenith Club of Lagos, has donated of medical items and equipment to the Ifako Ijaye General Hospital in Lagos. Speaking at annual convention of the club and the end of the year ceremony held in Lagos, its President, Yomi Samson, said the donation will alleviate the overbearing challenges of the medical needs of the hospital being faced by the patients. He said: “As part of our usual way to herald this year Event that has been our Custom and tradition for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). The Club donated some medical items in large quantities to Ifako Ijaye General Hospital to alleviate the overbearing challenges of the medical needs of the Hospital being faced by the patients. “These items were received by the Medical Director and his management team with great appreciation as they confirmed we actually met their needs. This confirmation of their needs melted our souls while receiving this feedback from the ...

The 313 Network for Asiwaju 2027, a grassroots support group championing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, has commended the President and Nigeria's security forces for the successful rescue of all abducted students and teachers from St. Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary School in Papiri, Niger State. In a statement at the conclusion of its end-of-year congress held in Lafia, the group described the release of the final batch of 130 students on Sunday as a "monumental victory" that underscores President Tinubu's commitment to the safety and security of Nigerian citizens, particularly vulnerable children. The congress, which featured exhaustive deliberations among members from across the country, highlighted the President's decisive actions following the November 21 abduction of 303 students and 12 teachers by armed gunmen. The statement noted that initial efforts saw about 50 students escape on their own, followed by the rescue of 100 more...

Hon. Justice A. A. Omoniyi of the High Court 3, Ijebu-Ode Judicial Division on Monday ruled that the interim injunction prayed for by popular musician King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall KWAM 1 asking for the court to restrain the Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun and others including the Fusengbuwa Ruling House from proceeding with the selection of a new Awujale of Ijebuland lacked merit. Justice Omoniyi, however, ruled that expeditious hearing of the substantive matter can proceed and fixed 14 January 2026 for continuation of proceedings. K1, the Olori OmoOba of Ijebuland from the Fidipote Ruling House, approached the Court after the Fusengbuwa Ruling House ruled that he was not a bonafide member of the ruling house and as such would not be allowed to vie to the stool on their platform. Recall that Wasiu Ayinde on December 16, 2025, approached the court, seeking to halt all steps towards the nomination and installation of a new monarch over alleged breaches of chieftaincy law. KWAM 1 as...