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Afe Babalola Dares Farotimi: Back Your Claims or Face the Law

The founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, has challenged human rights activist Dele Farotimi to substantiate the allegations he made against him. Farotimi, who was recently remanded by an Ekiti Magistrate Court, had accused Babalola of corrupting Nigeria’s judicial system in a book he authored. Speaking to journalists in Ado-Ekiti, Babalola, […]

South-South Senators Rally Support for Tax Reform Bills in National Assembly

Senators from Nigeria’s South-South geopolitical zone have declared their support for the Tax Reform Bills submitted to the National Assembly by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Under the umbrella of the South-South Senators’ Forum, the lawmakers emphasised the importance of the bills in boosting national revenue and stabilising the economy. The proposed legislation includes: Joint Revenue […]

Senate Criticises Power Sector Privatisation, Calls for Policy Overhaul

The Senate has criticised the privatisation of Nigeria’s power sector, describing it as a failure and threatening to take legislative measures to reverse the policy. This resolution was reached during Thursday’s plenary following the submission of a report by Senator Eyinnaya Abaribe, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Power. The report highlighted the inefficiencies of […]

Zenith Bank Launches Paris Branch, Expanding Global Reach

  Zenith Bank Plc has expanded its international footprint with the commissioning of its Paris branch, Zenith Bank (UK), Paris. The milestone event was held on Wednesday, 27 November 2024, at 21 Rue de la Paix, Paris, France. The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, officially inaugurated the branch, […]

Akpabio Declares: Senate Will Not Bow to Pressure on Tax Bills

The Senate has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the Tax Reform Bills, emphasising that deliberations have not been suspended or withdrawn. Speaking during Thursday’s plenary, Senate President Godswill Akpabio dismissed reports suggesting otherwise, affirming that the legislative body remains resolute in its mandate to represent Nigerians’ interests despite external pressures. Responding to a point of […]

Lawyer Dele Farotimi Remanded Over Alleged Defamation of Afe Babalola

A Magistrate Court in Ado-Ekiti has remanded human rights lawyer Dele Farotimi over alleged defamation against Aare Afe Babalola, the founder of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD). Farotimi was charged by the Ekiti State Police for statements in his book Nigeria and its Criminal Justice System, in which he accused Babalola of judicial corruption. The […]

Senate to Resolve Controversial Tax Reform Bills with AGF Amidst National Debate

The Nigerian Senate has constituted a committee to review the controversial Tax Reform Bills currently before the National Assembly. Chaired by Senator Abba Moro (PDP, Benue South), the committee is tasked with meeting the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Lateef Fagbemi, to resolve contentious areas and report back to the Senate before public hearings […]

Banker Awards 2024: Zenith Bank Wins ‘Bank of the Year, Nigeria’ Award

Zenith Bank Plc has been named the ‘Bank of the Year, Nigeria’ at The Banker’s Bank of the Year Awards 2024. Announced by The Banker Magazine, part of the Financial Times Group, during a ceremony held in London on 4 December 2024, the award recognises Zenith Bank’s exceptional management, sound business model, and its commitment […]

South Africa Introduces Simplified Visa Process for Nigerians

The South African government has announced a relaxation of visa requirements for Nigerian businesspeople and tourists, allowing applications without submitting a physical passport. President Cyril Ramaphosa disclosed this development on Tuesday during the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission (BNC) in Cape Town. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was in attendance at the event. […]

Tinubu Calls for Review of Tax Bills Amid Public Outcry

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has instructed the Federal Ministry of Justice and the National Assembly to address the concerns raised over the proposed Tax Reform Bills. The president’s submission of the bills to the legislature has sparked widespread criticism, with opposition from various quarters, including vocal objections from northern governors. Critics have argued that the […]

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