Nigerian Government Proposes 25% Tax on Earners of N100M and Above
The Federal Government has unveiled plans to introduce a 25% income tax on individuals earning above N100 million per month. Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee, disclosed this at the 30th Nigeria Economic Summit in Abuja. The proposed tax reform aims to create a fairer and more efficient tax […]
Verydarkman’s Crowdfunding Campaign for Education NGO Surpasses N62 Million
Popular influencer Verydarkman has announced a significant milestone in his crowdfunding efforts for his newly launched NGO, focused on revolutionizing the public education system. The campaign, which garnered over N20 million on its first day, has now raised an impressive N62 million and continues to grow. Verydarkman shared the update in the comments section of […]
“I was Broke” – UFC Star Israel Adesanya Reveals Dark Period in His Career
Israel Adesanya, the Nigerian-born Kiwi UFC star and former middleweight champion, has shared a shocking tale of hardship during his kickboxing days in China. On The JRE podcast, Adesanya recounted how a loss to Alex Pereira led to a sudden halt in fight opportunities, leaving him financially strained. After being the highest-paid foreign fighter in […]
Manchester United Ends Sir Alex Ferguson’s £2.16m Annual Deal
Manchester United has terminated its annual commitment to former manager Sir Alex Ferguson, reports The Athletic. This decision is part of INEOS’s ongoing cost-cutting measures, led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Ferguson, who managed the club for 26 years, had been receiving an annual salary of £2.16 million since his 2013 retirement. He was retained as […]
Faithia Williams Mourns Loss of Stepdaughter Zeenat, Expresses Gratitude for Support
Nollywood actress Faithia Williams has taken to social media to reflect on the passing of her stepdaughter, Zeenat, who was the daughter of her ex-husband Saidi Balogun and his first wife, Sherifat Balogun. After Saidi announced Zeenat’s passing on October 5, Faithia shared her thoughts on Instagram, expressing gratitude for the support she received during […]
“I can’t eat eggs anymore” Former Benue Governor, Gabriel Suswam, Speaks on the Economic Hardship
Former Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam has expressed concern over Nigeria’s escalating cost of living, citing the alarming price hike of eggs as a stark example. A crate of eggs now costs N10,000, up from less than N1,000, making basic food items unaffordable for many Nigerians. During an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily, Suswam […]
Presidency Directs Head of Service, other Agencies to Comply with Senate Invitations
The Nigerian Presidency has instructed the Head of Service, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, and heads of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) to honor Senate invitations. This directive, issued by President Bola Tinubu’s administration, emphasizes cooperation between government bodies and the National Assembly. Senator Basheer Lado, Special Adviser on Senate Matters, stressed that responding to Senate […]
Libyan Football Federation President Abdelhakim Al-Shalmani Resigns Amid Controversy with the Super Eagles
Abdelhakim Al-Shalmani, President of the Libyan Football Federation, has resigned from his position, citing his unwillingness to be part of the country’s sports failures. The announcement was made during a General Assembly meeting on Sunday. Al-Shalmani’s resignation comes amidst growing tensions surrounding the mistreatment of Nigeria’s national team ahead of a crucial Africa Cup of […]
Nigeria Unveils New Education Curriculum to Enhance 21st-Century Skills
The Federal Ministry of Education has announced the implementation of a new curriculum for basic and senior secondary education. The updated curriculum, set to commence in January 2025 for basic education and September 2025 for senior secondary education, focuses on equipping students with essential life skills and 21st-century expertise. According to Education Minister Prof. Tahir […]
Libya Football Federation Condemns Nigeria’s Withdrawal from AFCON Qualifier, Threatens Legal Action
The Libyan Football Federation (LFF) has strongly criticized Nigeria’s decision to pull out of their scheduled 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier match. The Nigerian Super Eagles cited safety concerns after being stranded at Al Abaq Airport for over 13 hours. In a statement, the LFF accused the Nigerian Football Federation of lacking cooperation in […]