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With the new tax laws, house rent should go down, NOT up – Presidential tax force says as it counters Rotimi Amaechi’s claim that N25% will be deducted on funds paid for all building materials

A presidential tax reform panel has dismissed claims that Nigeria’s new tax laws will drive up housing costs, insisting instead that rents should decrease once the reforms take effect. The response follows comments by Rotimi Amaechi, who alleged that a 25 percent deduction would be imposed on funds used to purchase building materials. According to […]

Protests Erupt at EFCC Headquarters in Abuja Following El-Rufai’s Visit

Abuja, February 16, 2026 — Tensions escalated at the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Abuja on Monday as supporters of former reportedly clashed with security personnel. Eyewitnesses said tear gas was deployed in an attempt to disperse the crowd. In footage obtained by reporters, protesters could be heard declaring, “We […]

El-Rufai Honours EFCC Invitation, Arrives Headquarters with Supporters

Former Kaduna State Governor and chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Nasir El-Rufai, has honoured an invitation extended to him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of corruption linked to his tenure in office. El-Rufai arrived at the EFCC headquarters on Monday accompanied by hundreds of supporters. The anti-graft agency […]

Disco arraigns six Lagosians for electricity meter bypass

Six residents of Lagos have been brought before a magistrate court following allegations of illegal electricity use. The suspects were arraigned by Eko Electricity Distribution Company before Magistrate T. M. Kassim Adeyelure at Court 6 in the Eti-Osa Magisterial District. Authorities say the case stems from a recent enforcement raid targeting electricity theft in the […]

Why fire outbreaks may never be totally eliminated — Lagos Fire Service

The Lagos State Fire Service has explained that completely eradicating fire outbreaks may not be realistic, even with strong prevention measures. According to the agency, fires can be triggered by several unpredictable factors, including electrical faults, human error, and environmental conditions, making total elimination nearly impossible. Officials noted that while technology, awareness campaigns, and safety […]

Lagos govt to reinstate compulsory monthly sanitation exercise from March

The Lagos State Government has announced plans to bring back its compulsory monthly environmental sanitation exercise starting from March 2025. The exercise will hold on the last Saturday of every month, as it did in the past. The update was shared by Tokunbo Wahab, Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, during an inspection of regeneration […]

How 36 Nigerians Ended Up Fighting in Russia-Ukraine War

At least 36 Nigerians were reportedly recruited to fight in Russia’s war against Ukraine, with five confirmed dead, according to a recent investigative report. Many were allegedly lured abroad with promises of jobs or education, only to be forced into military service upon arrival. The report, titled The Business of Despair: The Russian Army’s Recruiting […]

Drama as two men fight ‘over girlfriend’ at Lafia mall on Valentines Day

Shoppers at Lafia City Mall in Nasarawa were left shocked after two men were filmed fighting inside the complex on Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2026. According to eyewitness accounts, the confrontation was allegedly linked to a disagreement involving a woman. The incident quickly drew attention as onlookers recorded videos that later surfaced online. Residents said […]