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Federal Government bans collection of taxes and levies on highways

4Mar

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Federal Government bans collection of taxes and levies on highways

The Federal Government has banned the mounting of roadblocks to collect tax and levies nationwide. It also signed a new Presumptive Tax Framework(PTF) to bring millions of small and informal businesses into the formal economy. The goal of the framework is to simplify tax payments by traders, artisans and other micro enterprises. Executive Secretary of the Joint Revenue Board (JRB), Olusegun Adesokan, made the announcements during the PTF signing at the Ministry of Finance in Abuja on Tuesday, March 3.Adesokan said the framework prohibits the use of roadblocks by tax officials to collect levies, a practice that has long been criticised by businesses and transport operators. “It also bans the mounting of roadblocks for the collection of taxes,” he said. Adesokan described the new framew...

First Chartered Flight Evacuating UK Nationals Departs Middle East Wednesday

4Mar

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First Chartered Flight Evacuating UK Nationals Departs Middle East Wednesday

The United Kingdom has begun evacuating stranded citizens from the Middle East, with the first chartered flight scheduled to depart on Wednesday as Iranian missile and drone strikes continue to disrupt commercial air travel across the Gulf.The aircraft is set to leave Muscat International Airport at 23:00 local time (19:00 GMT), with priority given to the most vulnerable British nationals.More than 130,000 UK citizens have sought assistance to exit the region since hostilities escalated on Saturday involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.British authorities are considering additional evacuation measures, describing the situation as the most severe travel disruption since the COVID-19 pandemic. Plans are also underway to reinforce security in Cyprus.The Royal Navy will...

‘You’re Disrespectful, That’s Not Journalism’ – Yul Edochie Criticises Rufai Oseni

4Mar

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‘You’re Disrespectful, That’s Not Journalism’ – Yul Edochie Criticises Rufai Oseni

Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has taken a swipe at Arise Television presenter Rufai Oseni, accusing him of being disrespectful in his conduct on air.In a video shared on his social media page, Edochie alleged that the broadcaster often makes guests uncomfortable during interviews, questioning his approach to journalism.The actor also referenced a past incident in Lagos where Oseni was reportedly caught driving on a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lane. According to Edochie, the journalist only apologised after footage of the incident surfaced online.He asked, “Is this not the same Rufai Oseni who was caught driving on a BRT lane?“When officials stopped you, instead of apologising, you were saying, ‘Do you know who I am? I’ll call the governor of Lagos State.’“If there was no vide...

JUST IN : Disu inaugurates state police implementation committee

4Mar

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JUST IN : Disu inaugurates state police implementation committee

The Inspector-General of Police, Tunji Disu, on Wednesday inaugurated an eight-member committee to oversee the implementation of state police and the rollout of his policing vision, following his confirmation as the 23rd indigenous IGP.TVC reports that Disu held his first formal engagement with senior police officers since his confirmation, days after the Nigeria Police Council unanimously ratified his appointment, clearing the way for his swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu at the Presidential Villa.Professor Olu Ogunsakin was appointed to lead the eight-member state police committee.Addressing the top hierarchy of the force, the IGP said leadership is “not about position but responsibility,” stressing that professionalism and accountability must guide conduct and operations ...

INEC presents certificates of return to AMAC chairman, other FCT winners

4Mar

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INEC presents certificates of return to AMAC chairman, other FCT winners

The Independent National Electoral Commission on Wednesday presented certificates of return to the re-elected Chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council, Christopher Maikalangu and his deputy, Mohammed Nadabo, formally concluding the February 21 Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory.The presentation ceremony, held at the commission’s FCT office in Abuja, also featured the six area council chairmen and their deputies, alongside 62 councillors who emerged victorious in the polls, as reported by the News Agency of Nigeria.Speaking at the event, the FCT Resident Electoral Commissioner, Aminu Idris, described the exercise as the final stage of what he called a credible and transparent electoral process.“I wish, on behalf of the commission, to congratulate all of ...

2027: I don’t have any anointed candidate – Gov Uba Sani

4Mar

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2027: I don’t have any anointed candidate – Gov Uba Sani

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has insisted he has no anointed candidate ahead of the 2027 party primaries.He also vowed not to interfere in the process that will produce candidates for elective positions.Sani made the declaration on Tuesday during the breaking of Ramadan fast with members of the Kaduna State House of Assembly in Kaduna.The governor urged all aspirants seeking elective offices to canvass support from party members rather than rely on political godfathers.“My advice to every aspirant who is seeking any office is to get the support of party members. I have no anointed candidates in the coming primaries that will take place between April and May this year. I will abide by what the people decide,” he said.He stressed that the primaries must be transparent...

Tolu Arokodare Says Premier League Switch Has Been More Challenging Than Anticipated

4Mar

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Tolu Arokodare Says Premier League Switch Has Been More Challenging Than Anticipated

Super Eagles forward, Tolu Arokodare, has admitted that adapting to life in the Premier League has been tougher than he expected.Arokodare moved to Wolverhampton Wanderers from Belgian outfit KRC Genk last summer after an impressive goal-scoring campaign in Belgium. However, instead of competing at the top end of the table, he has found himself battling relegation.Wolves are currently rooted to the bottom of the league standings with 16 points from 30 games, securing only three victories so far this season — including a 2-1 triumph over Liverpool FC on Tuesday night, March 3.In an interview with Het Nieuwsblad, the 23-year-old spoke candidly about the difficulty of the transition.“The two leagues are similar — physical, intense, and fast-paced. But in the Premier League, yo...

EPL: Man Utd could still win title – Carrick reveals

4Mar

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EPL: Man Utd could still win title – Carrick reveals

Manchester United head coach, Michael Carrick, has claimed they could make a late surge for the Premier League title.United came from behind to beat Crystal Palace 2-1 on Sunday, which put them in third place in the league, behind Arsenal and Manchester City.The Red Devils’ next game is at Newcastle and they are currently 13 points off first place.Despite an impressive run of six wins and one draw, Carrick has admitted that they must be “realistic”.“You cannot rule anything out in football, but we have to be realistic,” Carrick said.“Above us now there are two fantastic teams.“Of course, I’m being realistic about it. We have to win a lot of football matches for that to happen.”

BREAKING : AGF Fagbemi takes over Malami’s prosecution

4Mar

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BREAKING : AGF Fagbemi takes over Malami’s prosecution

Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi has formally taken over the prosecution of his immediate predecessor, Abubakar Malami in the terrorism and illegal firearms possession brought against him by the Department of the State Service, DSS.Fagbemi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, took over the trial from the DSS on Wednesday at the Federal High Court in Abuja.At the Wednesday’s proceedings where prosecution of Malami and his son Abdulazeez Malami was to kick-start, Fagbemi through the Director of the Public Prosecution of the Federation, DPPF, Rotimi Oyedepo, SAN, announced appearance in the matter.He told Justice Joyce Abdulmalik that the trial cannot proceed because Fagbemi has just taken over the prosecution.According to him, t...

Call for justice after SS3 student was allegedly beaten brutally at Command secondary school Iyana Ipaja

4Mar

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Call for justice after SS3 student was allegedly beaten brutally at Command secondary school Iyana Ipaja

Concerned individuals are calling for urgent intervention following allegations that an SS3 student, Maryiane Okonkwo, was allegedly brutally beaten by a school bursar at Command Secondary School, Iyana Ipaja.According to reports circulating online, the student was allegedly assaulted on school premises. It is further claimed that the school has refused to release her to her mother for proper medical treatment, allegedly out of concern that the incident could become public.There are also allegations that authorities may be considering quietly transferring the bursar rather than pursuing accountability. Sources claim this may not be the first time such an incident has occurred, but that some parents have remained silent due to the school’s military affiliation.