Two Chinese Companies Owing Over ₦12bn In VAT — Reps.

The House of Representatives Committee on Solid Minerals Development on Friday decried the attitude of some foreign nationals to the solid minerals sector, particularly two Chinese companies who, it said, are owing the Federal Government over ₦12 billion Value Added Tax (VAT). Jonathan Gaza, the committee’s chairman, stated this in Abuja during the Ministry of […]

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Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Is A ‘Scam,’ Babachir Lawal Alleges.

Former Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Babachir Lawal, has criticised one of President Bola Tinubu’s flagship projects — the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road — describing it as a “scam” and accusing the administration of failing to work for the people. Lawal stated this during an appearance on Inside Sources with Laolu Akande, aired […]

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Pakistani Father Kills Daughter Over TikTok Account, Police Say.

Pakistan police on Friday said a father shot dead his daughter after she refused to delete her account on the popular video-sharing app, TikTok. In the Muslim-majority country, women can be subjected to violence by family members for not following strict rules on how to behave in public, including in online spaces. “The girl’s father […]

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Former DELGA Chairman, Dr. Agba Harry, Hails Governor Fubara’s Peace Efforts 

…Declares Unflinching Support Towards Peace Process The immediate past Executive Chairman of Degema Local Government Area, Hon. Dr. Agiriye Agba Harry, has hailed the Rivers State Governor, His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, GSSRS, over his sustained commitment towards peace and harmony in the State, describing it as a rare virtue, possessed by the governor. He […]

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NDDC Celebrates 25 Years of Service with Youth and Women Conference in Owerri…. Tonte Igbikialabo

Owerri, Imo State — It was a convergence of youth leaders, women groups, policymakers, and stakeholders across the Niger Delta region as the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) marked its 25th anniversary with a high-impact Youth and Women Conference in Owerri, the Imo State capital. The event brought together key decision-makers from the commission, community […]

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Mexico’s President Sheinbaum Slams US Border Closure Over Screwworm Case As ‘Exaggerated’

Mexico’s President has called the US cattle import ban “exaggerated,” saying it was triggered by one screwworm case in Mexico. Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum has criticised the United States for what she describes as an “exaggerated” response following Washington’s decision to suspend cattle imports from Mexico due to concerns over the flesh-eating screwworm pest. Speaking […]

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France, Nigeria Reaffirm Commitment to Deepening Bilateral Cooperation.

Nigeria and France have reaffirmed their long-standing diplomatic relationship, strengthening collaboration in trade, security, education, and culture through strategic cooperation. Nigeria and France have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening cooperation across trade, security, education, and culture, as both countries continue to explore mutual opportunities built on decades of strong diplomatic relations. The issues bordering on […]

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Nigeria advanced into the WAFCON quarter-final after defeating Botswana in their second game.

The Super Falcons of Nigeria have qualified for the quarter-final of the ongoing Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON). The Justine Madugu team secured the last-eight berth after defeating Botswana 1-0 in their second group game on Thursday. The Falcons needed a late winner from Chiwendu Ihezuo to grab the critical three points against the […]

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Trump Birthright Citizenship Order Halted In Class-Action Suit

A federal judge on Thursday halted President Donald Trump’s order restricting birthright citizenship, as opponents of the policy pursue a new legal avenue following the US Supreme Court’s overturning of a previous block. The high court’s conservative majority delivered a landmark decision in late June that limits the ability of individual judges to issue nationwide […]

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