The Federal Government has unveiled a tax reform package aimed at simplifying compliance, reducing the burden on small businesses and low-income earners, and strengthening Nigeria’s revenue system. At a sensitization forum held on yesterday at the International Conference Centre, Enugu, Mrs Chioma Nweze, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement, Southeast zone […] FG unveils tax reforms package in South-East zone

The Federal Government has warned the public against falling for the antics of fraudsters with regard to the 753 housing units seized by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission. It would be recalled that the EFCC handed over the housing units to the federal government in May 2025. Meanwhile, while taking possession of the estate […] The post No Plan To Sell 753 Forfeited Houses Now – FG Warns Public appeared first on OsunDefender.

I ignored football, basketball to play table tennis By Daniel Akinte A Lagos-based athlete, Sultan Agunbiade, who looks more suited for a basketball court, has found his passion and success The post Nigeria U19 table tennis player Sultan Agunbiade appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 29-year-old Bello Azeez who allegedly faked his kidnap to extort money from his family and acquaintances. The command’s spokesperson, DSP Olushola Ayanlade, revealed in a statement on Saturday, noting that Azeez, a native of Ipele in Owo Local Government Area, hatched the scheme after […] The post Ondo Man Fakes Own Kidnapping To Extort N500,000 From Family Members appeared first on OsunDefender.

Following the rebranding of 9mobile to T2, Lagos-based subscribers have demanded improved service delivery. They said the name change should go beyond as they reacted with mixed feelings, demanding that the change go beyond aesthetics to include tangible service improvements such as wider network coverage, reduced tariffs, and more reliable customer support. The rebranding, which […]

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted rain and thunderstorms across the country from Sunday to Tuesday. ‎NiMet’s weather outlook released on Saturday in Abuja envisaged moderate rain over parts of Jigawa, Taraba, Bauchi, Gombe, Katsina, Kano, Kaduna, Yobe, Borno, and Adamawa states during the morning hours on Sunday. ‎The agency also forecast thunderstorms with […] The post NiMet forecasts 3-day rain, thunderstorms nationwide appeared first on Vanguard News.

World number one Jannik Sinner and hot rival Carlos Alcaraz will face off in a major final for the fourth time this season after both booked straight-set wins into the title match at the ATP-WTA Cincinnati Open on Saturday. The post Alcaraz to face defending champ Sinner in Cincinnati ATP final appeared first on Vanguard News.

Two goals from Richarlison, including a stunning scissor kick, helped Thomas Frank win his first Premier League match in charge of Tottenham as his Spurs side proved too good for The post Richarlison’s brace seals Spurs’ victory over Burnley appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Fola Oyekunle, has won the Ibadan North Federal Constituency by-election. The returning officer for the poll, Abiodun Oluwadare, announced the result in the early hours of Sunday in Ibadan. Oluwadare said Oyekunle secured 18,404 votes to defeat Adewale Olatunji of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who got […] The post By-Elections: APC Loses Ibadan North Federal Constituency To PDP appeared first on OsunDefender.

The election was conducted in 22 wards across Garki and Babura local government areas. The post APC wins Jigawa Rep bye-election appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Returning Officer at the INEC Office in Nnewi, Prof. Frank Ojiako, declared Chief Emmanuel Nwachukwu of APGA the winner of the Anambra South Senatorial seat. The post By-Elections: APGA wins Anambra South Senatorial district, Onitsha North constituency appeared first on Vanguard News.

Manchester City have started the 2025-26 Premier League season with a convincing 4-0 win against Wolverhampton Wanderers. Erling Haaland opened the scoring to put City in front after the home The post City cruise past Wolves thanks to Haaland brace appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Sunderland made a winning start to their first Premier League campaign since 2016-17 as they deservedly beat West Ham at a raucous Stadium of Light. Eliezer Mayenda, who scored in The post Sunderland beat West Hamon Premier League return appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Africa50, the pan-African infrastructure investor and asset manager, has announced the first close of the Alliance for Green Infrastructure in Africa Project Development Fund (AGIA-PD) at $118 million, in accelerating the delivery of green infrastructure across the continent. The fund aims to bring together public, commercial, and philanthropic capital to unlock early-stage investment for transformative, […]

‎‎ A total of 42 teams are expected to take part in the maiden edition of Bet9ja Ibeju-Lekki Football Tournament which kicks off on 23, August, 2025 in two centres The post 42 teams to participate in Bet9ja Ibeju-Lekki Cup appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The leading political organisation in Osun State, Omoluabi Progressives, has raised the alarm over what it described as a coordinated plot to eliminate and assassinate former Minister of Interior and ex-Governor of Osun State, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola. The group, in a statement signed by its spokesperson and organising secretary, Oluwaseun Abosede, on Saturday, alleged that […] The post Omoluabi Progressives Raises Alarm Over Alleged Plot To Assassinate Aregbesola appeared first on OsunDefender.

Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas to “urgently refer the allegations that lawmakers pay up to ₦3 million to present bills, motions, and petitions at the National Assembly to anti-corruption agencies for investigation and prosecution of suspected perpetrators.” The post SERAP to Akpabio, Abbas: Refer N3m bribe-for-bills allegation to EFCC, ICPC appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) announced the two results on Sunday in Onitsha and Nnewi local governments, respectively. The post Bye-Elections: APGA wins senatorial, assembly seats in Anambra appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Lafarge Africa Plc, a leading innovative and sustainable building solutions company and manufacturer of a range of cement brands, partnered with the Ogun State Government to commemorate Ogun Tree Planting Day 2025 by embarking on a large-scale tree planting exercise and beautification of the second entrance of the Ogun State Secretariat, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, on Saturday, […]

Valencia have resumed negotiations to acquire Sadiq Umar from Real Sociedad. Marca reported on the renewed negotiations between Valencia and Real Sociedad for the transfer of Sadiq. Read Also: NFF, The post Valencia to pay more for Sadiq Umar appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) has granted insurers and reinsurers a 12-month window to meet the new Minimum Capital Requirements (MCR) introduced under the Nigeria Insurance Industry Reform Act (NIIRA) 2025. According to a circular issued by the Commission, all operators must comply with the revised MCR and applicable Risk-Based Capital (RBC) framework on or […]

Hull City’s centre-back Semi Ajayi has torn his hamstring for the third time in nine months. The 31-year-old initially tore his hamstring back in November when he was at West The post Injured Ajayi ruled out of World Cup qualifier appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) has commended Kano Electricity Distribution Plc. (KEDCO) for its recent market performance. The DisCo recorded a market remittance of 100 per cent, strengthening the company’s position as the best-performing DisCo in Northern Nigeria. According to a statement by the head of Corporate Communications of the DisCo, Sani Bala Sani, […]

The Independent National Electoral Commission(INEC) has declared Princess Adesola Elegbeji of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the winner of the Saturday bye-election for Ikenne, Sagamu and Remo North Federal Constituency The post INEC declares APC’s Elegbeji winner of Ogun bye-election appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigeria has joined a new 6.4 million dollar international research consortium aimed at accelerating the development of a vaccine against Lassa fever. The post Nigeria joins $6.4m international push for Lassa fever vaccine appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigerian star Ademola Lookman has returned to Portugal after spending the last few days in England. He is training alone to keep his fitness up for the new season. The The post Lookman returns to Portugal, trains alone appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has reiterated its commitment to recognising and rewarding outstanding performance among its workforce as part of efforts to strengthen tax administration and boost national development. Speaking at this year’s Annual Performance Award and Retiree Send-Off Ceremony, the executive chairman of FIRS, Dr. Zacch Adedeji, said the service has continued […]

Most of my teammates are suffering. We served this country with everything we had. All we ask is to be remembered and respected,” Avre said

With a statement on the official website, Serie A giants Juventus have confirmed the signing of Italian-born Nigerian striker Alvin Okoro. The deal has been completed after the player passed The post Juventus sign Nigerian prodigy Okoro appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) on Sunday declared Chief Emmanuel Nwachukwu of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) winner of the Anambra South Senatorial District bye-election held on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Officials of the commission also named Barr Mimih Ifeoma Azikiwe from the famous Ikpeazu family in Onitsha as winner of the Onitsha […] APGA’s Nwachukwu, Ikpeazu-Azikiwe win Anambra South Senate, Onitsha North 1 elections

Atnesystems Energy, in collaboration with Metrol Fittings Limited, has completed the solar installation at the Lagos State Multipurpose Agent Complex. According to the project lead, Tanwa Iwayemi, the project delivered a powerful 250-kilowatt-hour solar photovoltaic system designed to reduce carbon emissions and enhance energy efficiency. She also said each floor has its own PV and […]

Paul Onuachu will be fully fit for Monday’s Turkish Super Lig clash against Kasimpasa. The striker was the match winner in his team’s opening match against Kocaelispor. Read Also: 2024 The post Onuachu cleared for clash against Kasimpasa appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Akwa Ibom Governor Umo Eno has called on well- placed individuals to contribute their quota to educational development through supporting the growth of their alma maters. Speaking at the special The post Eno urges old students to support Alma Maters appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development stated that it has not appointed or given sale rights to any company or consultant to coordinate the sale of the 753 houses seized by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), linked to the former CBN governor, Godwin Emefiele. The ministry’s director, press and public relations, […]

Nigerian attacker, Victor Boniface, has revealed he once had an exchange with former Chelsea, Real Madrid and Inter Milan boss, José Mourinho. The conversation between the two professionals took place before AS Roma’s humiliating 6-1 defeat to Bodo/Glimt. The Norwegian club handed Jose Mourinho and his AS Roma side a humiliating defeat in the UEFA […] ‘You never see anything’ – Boniface reveals past exchange with Jose Mourinho

Rapper M.I Abaga has praised his wife, Eniola Mafe for being his rock and biggest supporter. In a recent podcast appearance on Outside The Box, he shared heartfelt stories about The post My wife was first to support my company financially – M.I Abaga appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.