FG Directs Banks And Fintechs To Collect 7.5% Vat On Electronic Services

The Federal Government has mandated all financial institutions and fintechs to collect and remit a 7.5% Value-Added Tax (VAT) on electronic banking service charges starting Monday, January 19, 2026. ALSO READ: JAMB Announces Sale Of 2026 UTME The tax will apply to service fees for mobile money transfers, USSD transactions, and card issuance, rather than […]
GOSPEL SINGER BUNMI AKINNANU DIES AFTER PROLONGED ILLNESS

Renowned gospel artist Bunmi Akinnanu, famous for the song “Omije Ojumi,” has passed away. ALSO READ: Super Eagles Captain Wilfred Ndidi To Miss Afcon Semi-Final Against Morocco Her death was confirmed on Tuesday evening following a long battle with a serious leg ailment that had caused persistent bleeding and mobility issues. In late 2025, the […]
Super Eagles Captain Wilfred Ndidi To Miss Afcon Semi-Final Against Morocco

Nigeria’s national football team will be without their captain, Wilfred Ndidi, for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semi-final match against Morocco on Wednesday. ALSO READ: Trump Warns Of ‘Very Strong Action’ As Iran Prepares To Execute Protester The defensive midfielder is suspended for the crucial game after receiving yellow cards in two consecutive knockout […]
Trump Warns Of ‘Very Strong Action’ As Iran Prepares To Execute Protester

President Donald Trump has warned Iran of “very strong action” as reports emerge that 26-year-old protester Erfan Soltani is scheduled for execution today. ALSO READ: GOVERNOR OKPEBHOLO ORDERS RELEASE OF VERIFIED STUDENTS IN EKPOMA The warning follows a violent crackdown that has claimed over 2,400 lives and prompted Trump to message Iranians that “help is […]
GOVERNOR OKPEBHOLO ORDERS RELEASE OF VERIFIED STUDENTS IN EKPOMA

Edo State Governor Monday Okpebholo has ordered the release of verified students arrested during last weekend’s violent protests in Ekpoma. ALSO READ: JAMB Announces Sale Of 2026 UTME Following a meeting with the Ambrose Alli University (AAU) student leadership, an initial group of seven suspects was freed after being confirmed as genuine students. The Governor […]
JAMB Announces Sale Of 2026 UTME

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has opened registration for the 2026 UTME and Direct Entry admissions. ALSO READ: Gov. Aliyu Mourns Gada Village Head, Describes Death as Great Loss The board released the update late Tuesday night via its official X handle, marking the beginning of the admission process for the 2026/2027 academic […]
CAF Investigates Violence And Referee Complaint Following AFCON Quarter-Finals

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has started an investigation into reports of violence and bad behavior following two Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final matches. ALSO READ: NAFDAC Says Nestlé Baby Milk Sold In Nigeria Is Safe Despite Global Recall The group is looking at incidents that happened after Morocco beat Cameroon on Friday and […]
NAFDAC Says Nestlé Baby Milk Sold In Nigeria Is Safe Despite Global Recall

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has told Nigerians that all Nestlé baby milk products approved for sale in the country are safe to use. ALSO READ: Edo Court Orders Remand For Youths Involved In Ekpoma Insecurity Protest This announcement follows a decision by Nestlé UK to take specific batches […]
Edo Court Orders Remand For Youths Involved In Ekpoma Insecurity Protest

The Edo State High Court has ordered that several youths who participated in a recent protest in the Ekpoma area be held at the Ubiaja Correctional Centre. ALSO READ: Sudan Government Returns To Khartoum After Three Years Of War This ruling followed a request from the prosecution to keep the suspects in custody for 14 […]
NOLLYWOOD ACTRESS DORIS OGALA RECONCILES WITH HUSBAND AMID SCANDAL WITH LAGOS PASTOR

Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has reunited with her husband following a period of separation and a highly public scandal involving a Lagos-based clergyman. ALSO READ: President Tinubu Hails Super Eagles Over Quarter-Final Win A video recently shared online shows the actress apologizing to her husband as the two embraced, signaling an end to their estrangement. […]