According to Oyedele, improving the quality of data for fiscal and economic planning is critical to expanding the tax net, particularly in Lagos State. The post Active individual taxpayers in Nigeria less than 10 million  —  Taiwo Oyedele appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Osun State House of Assembly has passed the 2026 Appropriation Bill, approving a total budget size of ₦723,454,988,670.00 after weeks of legislative scrutiny on Wednesday. The passage, according to a statement by the Chief Press Secretary of the House of Assembly Speaker, Olamide Tiamiyu on Thursday, followed extensive deliberations by lawmakers and a detailed […] Osun Assembly passes ₦723.45bn 2026 Appropriation Bill

Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has dismissed four aides after the findings of a special committee set up to probe an incident involving the aides.

Residents of the Bayagan Ile community in the Ifelodun Local Government Area (LGA) of Kwara State were thrown into a frenzy of joy and happiness on Tuesday night following the release of their traditional ruler, Oba Kamilu Salami, the Ojibara, The post Kidnapped Kwara monarch released after 25 days in captivity appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Scouts marched under a clear blue sky in Bethlehem on Wednesday, as the Palestinian city emerged from the shadow of the war in Gaza to celebrate its first festive Christmas in more than two years. The post Bethlehem celebrates first festive Christmas since Gaza war appeared first on Vanguard News.

Nigeria's Super Eagles triumphed 2-1 against Tanzania, with goals from Ajayi and Lookman. Captain Ndidi comments on Osimhen's reaction to his late substitution.

Suleimon Olufemi, a Nigerian on death row in Saudi Arabia for over 20 years, may soon be freed after $570,000 was raised by NIDCOM and Nigerians in the diaspora.

  The National Identification Number (NIN) will now be officially recognised as a tax ID for Nigerians, starting in 2026. Nigeria’s Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) announced this on its X handle, as part of its public enlightenment campaign concerning the country’s new tax rules. Read more about Finance Similarly, businesses will now use their […] This article NIN and CAC Numbers to Be Used as Tax ID Starting in 2026 appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

Former VP Atiku Abubakar calls on President Tinubu to implement the Supreme Court’s ruling on local government (LG) autonomy, warning delays harm communiti Read More: https://punchng.com/enforce-supreme-court-ruling-on-lg-autonomy-atiku-tells-tinubu/

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen was visibly frustrated on the touchline after he substituted by Eric Chelle in Nigeria’s 2-1 AFCON 2025 opener against Tanzania.

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Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu of deliberately undermining Nigeria’s constitutional order. The post LG autonomy: Tinubu’s defiance of Supreme Court ruling crippling grassroots governance, says Atiku appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

When President John Dramani Mahama ascended the dais on the seventh of January, 2025, to reclaim the mandate of the Republic, he did so not merely as a victor of the polls but as a signatory to a sacred social contract with a people weary of economic turbulence.

Catholic Bishop Badejo urges Nigerians to use the celebration of Christ’s birth to end banditry, injustice, corruption, and bad governance in the country. Read More: https://punchng.com/let-christs-birth-end-banditry-injustice-catholic-bishop/

A Nigerian lady has lamented that her husband who reared chicken for sale during Christmas is experiencing low patronage as the festive period kicks off.

A former Christian has opened up about her former religion and compared her life now since leaving the faith. She said Christianity takes one's best years.

No fewer than 250 elderly citizens in Ogun State have received a sum of N200,000 each from the First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI), to ensure the senior citizens celebrate Christmas and New Year in The post Yuletide: Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative gives N200,000 cash to 250 elderly in Ogun appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Wednesday, ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to produce Yakubu Adamu, Commissioner of Finance, Bauchi State, in court on Dec. 30 The post Court orders EFCC to produce detained Bauchi Finance commissioner in court appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Kwara State Police Command boosts yuletide security in Kwara with intensive patrols and officer deployment to ensure a safe Christmas and New Year. Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-police-deploy-officers-intensify-patrols-across-kwara/

For nearly a decade, the towering stacks of the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) stood as silent monuments to a fading national ambition.

Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi has insisted that teammate Victor Osimhen, was feeling somewhat frustrated and putting excessive pressure on himself. Ndidi made these statements while discussing the incident involving Osimhen after his substitution during Nigeria’s 2-1 victory over Tanzania in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, on Tuesday Recall that Nigeria defeated Miguel […] AFCON: Osimhen frustrated, putting too much pressure on himself – Ndidi

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe said the Magpies' recent good run against Manchester United will count for little at Old Trafford on Friday. The post EPL: Recent record against Man Utd counts for little, says Newcastle boss Howe appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Scottish Cup is one of the oldest and most prestigious football tournaments in the world, with a rich history dating back to its inception in 1873. This tournament is The post The history of the Scottish Cup appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

  You have just 8 days to save MASSIVELY on solutions that could help you grow your business significantly. Connect Nigeria introduces the Double December offering. We’re serving you two times the value of our services, designed to scale your enterprise, for the price of a single package. You can access premium brand exposure and […] This article Double December: 8 Days Left to Save Massively appeared first on Connectnigeria Articles.

The average retail price of Automotive Gas Oil (diesel) in Nigeria rose by 23.98 per cent year on year to N1,813.81 per litre in June 2025, according to data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). The latest Automotive The post Diesel prices increase by 23.98% — NBS appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Ojibara of Bayagan Ile, a Kwara monarch abducted 25 days ago, has been released by bandits after the community paid a substantial ransom. Read More: https://punchng.com/kwara-monarch-regains-freedom-after-25-days-in-bandits-den/

Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke, founder of Nike Art Foundation and Nike Art Gallery, Nike Okundaye are among eminent Nigerians for prestigious award at the second edition of the World Headdress The post Adeleke, Okundaye, others for world headdress honours appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

In 2025, some popular Nigerian celebrities like Davido, Regina Daniels, Peller and Kizz Daniel made huge investments in luxury properties and cars.

The Falcon 50 aircraft requested an emergency landing because of an electrical failure minutes after it took off from the Turkish capital Ankara, but contact was lost, Turkish officials said. The post Black Box Recovered From Libyan General’s Crashed Plane appeared first on Channels Television.

China-Nigeria cooperation saw major gains in 2025, with achievements in trade, investment, and cultural exchange, setting the stage for future growth. Read More: https://punchng.com/china-nigeria-cooperation-records-strong-gains-in-2025-consul-general/

By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Super Falcons defender Michelle Alozie has completed her  move to Major League Soccer, MLS, club, Chicago Star, Prompt News reports. Alozie, who moved to Chicago Stars from another MLS outfit, Houston Dash penned a three-year contract. The 28-year-old was on the books of Houston Dash for four seasons. The right-back registered [...]

Funke Akindele also stated that growth only occurs when one dares to move outside their comfort zones.....

Automated detection is not a shortcut to profits, but it multiplies the value of a sound process. The post Why automated divergence detection tools are becoming essential in forex trading appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The United States has denied visas to five individuals, including former European Union commissioner, Thierry Breton, accusing them of attempting to pressure American social media companies into censoring content. In a statement, the US State Department said the individuals sought to coerce US-based platforms into suppressing viewpoints they oppose. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described […] US denies ex-EU commissioner, others visa over calls for content moderation on social media 

Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo has chosen Manchester City over rivals Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea ahead of a possible January move.

Hundreds of residents of Badagry on Saturday turned out for the Badagry Fitness Walk, an initiative organised by the lawmaker representing Badagry Constituency I at the Lagos State House of… The post Lagos Lawmaker, Bonu, Leads Massive Badagry Fitness Walk To Promote Health, Unity appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.