Nigeria Revenue Service has officially taken full control of Value Added Tax (VAT) collection in Nigeria, marking the exit of the Nigeria Customs Service from import VAT collection. Also, This move is part of Nigeria’s broader tax reform agenda, aiming to simplify revenue administration and reduce duplication across agencies. Customs Collection Drops to Zero However,…
Residents in Eket are finally getting relief as Pivot Energy opens a new petrol station in the area. The development comes at a time when demand for reliable fuel supply is rising alongside growing economic activity across Akwa Ibom State. Easing Long-Standing Distribution Challenges For many motorists and businesses in Eket, accessing fuel has been…
The federal government has announced plans to introduce a learner identification number (LIN) for pupils from primary school level. The move aims to track academic progress and reduce the rate of school dropout. Tunji Alausa, minister of education, disclosed this during an interactive session with journalists in Lagos. He said the initiative will assign a…
Entrepreneurs backed by the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) have generated an impressive $4.2 billion in revenue since the programme launched in 2015. However, The achievement highlights the growing impact of entrepreneurship-driven development across Africa. 1.5 Million Jobs Created Beyond revenue, the initiative has delivered massive employment opportunities, with over 1.5 million jobs created by TEF-supported…
A recent review of all 774 Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Nigeria has uncovered a troubling truth—most local governments do not make their budgets public. Although, For citizens, this means the level of government closest to them is also the least transparent. What the Findings Reveal The assessment paints a concerning picture of accountability at…
Governor of Osun State Ademola Adeleke recently welcomed popular TikToker Habeeb Hamzat, widely known as Peller, at the Government House in Osogbo. However, The visit highlights the growing influence of digital creators in Nigeria’s cultural and social space. A Blend of Politics and Pop Culture Also, The meeting between the Osun State governor Ademola Adeleke…
Bitget has expanded its spot trading market through a partnership with Ondo Global Markets, unlocking a new way for Nigerians to invest. Also, This move allows users to trade traditional financial assets alongside cryptocurrencies, all within a single platform. What This Means for You However, For Nigerian investors, this development is a game-changer.s Also You…
Idris Zekeri, a social commentator, activist, and electoral reform advocate, has criticised the “City Boy Movement”, describing it as a platform designed to protect politically exposed wealth. Zekeri made the remark during a recent interview on BTC Podcast. He dismissed the movement as lacking substance and failing to address critical issues affecting Nigerians. “There is…
Bala Mohammed, governor of Bauchi state, has dismissed rumours of his defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC). In an interview on Saturday, the governor said he remains in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), despite ongoing internal challenges. “There have been rumours that I have joined the APC. I have not joined anywhere. We are…
Iranian officials reported on Saturday that an airstrike hit the Natanz nuclear facility. The attack occurred as the war between the United States, Israel, and Iran continued into its fourth week. The Strike Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization confirmed the attack on Saturday. The organization stated that the strike targeted the Shahid Ahmadi Roshan Enrichment Complex…
