The amendment to Section 21(3) of the Customs and Excise Tariff (Consolidation) Act seeks to raise the Sugar-Sweetened Beverage (SSB) excise tax from ₦10 per litre to ₦130 per litre. The post Participants at Senate hearing divided over proposal to increase tax on sugar-sweetened beverages appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Guinea-Bissau's President Umaro Sissoco Embalo is in Senegal after being detained during a military coup in his country, the government in Dakar said Thursday, as a lead opponent accused him of arranging the uprising. The post Guinea-Bissau president leaves country for Senegal after coup appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

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The MATAN Food Bank Professionals Association of Nigeria has launched a bold, technology-driven programme aimed at ending hunger and strengthening food security across the country with the rollout of its Automated MATAN Food Security Initiative (AMESI/METS). The national flag-off, which attracted farmers and stakeholders from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, marked the […]

The Federal Government subsequently issued a statement confirming that he was safe and had left the country.

Emanuel Emegha equalised for the French club early in the second half as he tapped in at the back post from Diego Moreira's cross. The post Strasbourg Sink Crystal Palace In Conference League appeared first on Channels Television.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted sunshine and dust haze from Friday to Sunday across the country. The post NiMet forecasts 3-day sunshine, dust  haze from Friday appeared first on Vanguard News.

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President Bola Tinubu had on Sunday ordered the police to withdraw its officers guarding VIPs for core police duties The post Police recall 11,566 personnel from VIPs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

“I am pushing for a caretaker committee. I am calling on Wike, Damagum, and others to forgive one another and support the formation of a unified caretaker body,” Lamido said.

…Bill introduced less than 24 hours after resolution The Senate on Thursday took a major step toward strengthening Nigeria’s legal framework against insecurity as it introduced a bill seeking to The post Insecurity: Senate moves to amend Terrorism Act, proposes death penalty for kidnapping appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Guinea-Bissau's President Umaro Sissoco Embalo has arrived "safe and sound" in Senegal after being detained during a military coup in his country, the Senegalese foreign ministry said Thursday. The post Guinea-Bissau president is in Senegal after coup: Senegalese govt appeared first on Vanguard News.

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A source close to the family told this newspaper that the girl was raped by three men on Thursday evening while returning from the market The post Terrorists rape 13-year-old girl in Niger appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Oke publicly claimed the recovered funds belonged to the NIA and were earmarked for a covert operation. However, the EFCC instituted a case against him and his wife in February 2019, but it was terminated by the anti-graft agency in the "interest of national security...

El-Rufai’s official joining of the party comes three days after former Vice President Atiku Abubakar officially joined the coalition party. The post El-Rufai Obtains ADC Membership Card In Kaduna appeared first on Channels Television.

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The programme was introduced in the wake of the Chibok schoolgirls’ abduction and was designed to operate at different levels, including state-led efforts and national coordination through some agencies. The post Insecurity: Senate constitutes panel to probe $30m spent on Nigeria’s Safe-School Programme appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

An Ad-Hoc Committee of the House of Representatives has commenced investigations into the non-functionality of the $460 million CCTV project intended to safeguard the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The post FCT security: Reps probe alleged misuse of $460m CCTV project appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The verdict on former president Pedro Castillo's comes a day after another left-wing former president, Martin Vizcarra, was sentenced to 14 years' imprisonment for bribery while serving as a regional governor. The post Peru’s Ousted ‘President Of The Poor’ Gets 11-Year Sentence For Coup Bid appeared first on Channels Television.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan is safely evacuated from Guinea-Bissau after a military coup. Learn about his election observation mission and safe retu Read More: https://punchng.com/video-jonathan-safely-returns-to-abuja-after-evacuation-from-coup-torn-guinea-bissau/

Nigeria’s House of Reps summons key agencies in its power sector probe, demanding accountability for billions spent on electricity projects since 2007. Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-give-mdas-december-8-ultimatum-over-power-sector-probe/

Nigerian actress Sochima Ezeoke expresses frustration online after being replaced in a movie role due to her physical appearance, sparking online reactions.

Both sides traded baskets until the final seconds, with regulation ending level at 73–73. The post 2027 FIBA World Cup African Qualifiers: Nigeria’s D’Tigers fall to Tunisia in overtime thriller appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Bauchi State Government has reiterated its commitment to continue partnering with relevant agencies and international developmental partners in ensuring a conducive atmosphere for environmental development for economic growth and development. The assertion was made by the State Commissioner of Housing and Environment, Rt Hon Danlami Ahmed Kawule, while speaking at the opening of a 2-day […]

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has returned to Abuja after he was evacuated from Guinea-Bissau following the outbreak of a military coup in the West African nation. Jonathan arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Thursday. The former president The post Coup: Jonathan returns to Abuja after evacuation from Guinea-Bissau appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

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LAGOS – The Sahara Group Foundation (SGF), the social impact arm of Sahara Group, a leading energy and infrastructure conglomerate, has awarded over USD 130,000 to 20 outstanding African EXTRApreneurs under its flagship Sahara Impact Fund (SIF) Cohort 4 and Making A Difference Around Africa (MADAA) initiatives. For nearly two decades, the Sahara Group Foundation [...]

Olatunde Badmus, consultant with EBTeam, has advised Nigerians and other Africans seeking opportunities abroad to be cautious of fake agents and ensure proper consultation before embarking on relocation plans.Badmus, who… The post EBTeam Expert Urges Nigerians To Prioritise Credibility Amid Rising “Japa” Syndrome appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

He had repeatedly clashed with an opposition-dominated Congress during his 16 months in power, accusing them of attempting to keep power in the hands of elites. The post Peru’s ousted ‘president of the poor’ gets 11-year sentence for coup bid appeared first on Vanguard News.

“What has taken decades to atrophy will take time to fix,” he said. “But we are fixing it without distraction.” The post Minister highlights challenges, progress, solutions in Nigeria’s health sector appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has announced the promotion of 27 senior officers to rank of Air Vice Marshal (AVM) and 30 others to Air Commodores, respectively. A statement by the NAF spokesman, Air Cdre Ehimen Ejodame, said the promotion of 57 senior officers to the prestigious ranks of Air Vice Marshal and Air Commodore, […]

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Those who accompanied him were his supporters and party officials, among them were the ADC Vice Chairman (North West), Hon. Jafaru Sani, and National Membership Secretary, Senator Sadiq Yar’adua.

Popular Nollywood actress Wumi Toriola has apologised to veteran filmmaker Afeez Owo following their heated exchange on social media. The reconciliation took place on Wednesday evening at actor Odunlade Adekola’s movie premiere. In a now-viral video, Wumi approached Afeez, knelt down and apologised for insulting him. She said, “I’m sorry, sir. Please forgive me”. Afeez, […] Nollywood: Wumi Toriola kneels to apologise as she reconciles with Afeez Owo [VIDEO]