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Tax reform is policy not politics – by Aderonke Atoyebi
Every administration is ultimately judged by its willingness to confront difficult structural problems. For President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s government, tax reform represents one such necessary but challenging intervention, designed not for political convenience, but for long-term national stability and economic renewal. The recent controversy surrounding the newly enacted tax laws, particularly claims of falsification and lack of transparency, deserves to…
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AFRICOM acknowledges presence of US military team in Nigeria
The United States has confirmed the deployment of a small team of troops to Nigeria, marking the first official acknowledgement of American forces on the ground following recent US air operations. The disclosure was made by the head of the US Africa Command (AFRICOM), General Dagvin Anderson, who said the move followed a joint decision by Washington and Abuja to…
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Havertz late goal seals Arsenal’s passage to Carabao Cup final
By Tosin Omojola – Former Chelsea man, Kai Havertz, scored deep into added time to earn Arsenal a 1-0 win over London rivals Chelsea in Wednesday’s Carabao Cup semi-final second-leg tie. The Gunners thus secured passage to the final of the competition via a 4-2 aggregate win, having previously won the first leg 3-2 at Stamford Bridge. The Emirates erupted…
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Nigeria as emerging global model for credible reforms — World Bank
By Kunle Sanni – The World Bank has described Nigeria as an increasingly cited global example of steady and credible reform leadership, citing the country’s consistency in implementing economic reforms despite initial challenges. The World Bank’s Managing Director of Operations, Anna Bjerde, made the remark on Tuesday during a meeting with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima…
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Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of former leader, killed in Libya
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi had been considered the number two leader in Libya before the 2011 death of his father, Muammar Gaddafi. Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, the son of the longtime former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi, has been killed in Libya. Ahmed Khalifa, an Al Jazeera Arabic correspondent in the North African country, said on Tuesday that Gaddafi is believed to have…
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Atletico Madrid hands Lookman jersey number 22
By Tosin Omojola – Atletico Madrid’s newly acquired forward, Ademola Lookman, is settling down quickly with the Spanish side after signing on Monday. The Nigerian international penned a four-year deal with the La Liga giants, bringing to an end his search for a new club following his time with Italian Serie A side Atalanta. The Super Eagles striker has picked…
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Traditional worshippers urge INEC to shift Osun governorship election over festival clash
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Traditional Religion Worshippers Association (TRAWSO), Osun State, has appealed to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to shift the August 8, 2026 governorship election in the state, citing its clash with the annual Osun/Osogbo Festival. The association made the request in a letter addressed to the INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, noting that the…
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Exclusive: US shoots down Iranian drone approaching aircraft carrier, official says
The U.S. military on Tuesday shot down an Iranian drone that “aggressively” approached the Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea, the U.S. military said, in an incident first reported by Reuters. The incident came as diplomats sought to arrange nuclear talks between Iran and the United States, and U.S. President Donald Trump warned that with U.S. warships heading…
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Niger State at 50: Renewing hope for a stronger future – by Mohammed Idris
Fifty years is more than a milestone. It is a testament to resilience, shared sacrifice, and the enduring hope of a people committed to progress. As Niger State marks its golden jubilee, we celebrate not just the passage of time but the collective journey of our people, our achievements, our struggles, and the promise that lies ahead. Created in 1976…
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CAF considers new dates for 2026 WAFCON after Moroccan request
Indications suggest that the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) could be postponed following a formal request from the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) to the Confederation of African Football (CAF). In a communication to CAF, the FRMF informed the continental body of its inability to host the tournament next month due to congestion in the domestic football calendar.…
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