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President Bola Tinubu has praised Nigerian artistes who clinched top honours at the 9th All Africa Music Awards (AFRIMA), saying their victories highlight Nigeria’s growing cultural influence beyond its borders.…

The Federal Government has directed banks and fintech companies to begin charging a 7.5 per cent value-added tax (VAT) on selected electronic banking services from Monday, January 19, 2026. The…

The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities unveiled a renegotiated agreement on January 15, 2026, in Abuja to resolve longstanding disputes and ensure uninterrupted academic calendars in…

Super Falcons striker Asisat Oshoala criticised the Confederation of African Football for repeatedly favouring Morocco with major tournaments and awards. She posted her concerns on X on Thursday, January 15,…

US President Donald Trump imposed restrictions that pause immigrant visa processing for nationals of Nigeria and 74 other countries. The measure took effect on January 21, 2026, and remains in…

A Lagos High Court has ordered Meta Platforms Inc. to pay $25,000 in damages to human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) over the circulation of false health information on its…

The United States has suspended immigrant visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, marking a fresh immigration restriction under President Donald Trump’s administration. A State Department spokesperson confirmed that visa…

Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement on January 13, 2026, scrapping tariffs on 13,558 goods in total. Nigeria removed duties on 6,243 products imported…

Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, revealed he receives threats to his life for leading efforts to overhaul Nigeria’s tax system. He shared these…

Renowned Nigerian gospel artiste Omije Ojumi, whose real name was Bunmi Akinnaanu, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. She died at the age of 57 after a brief illness.…