Geopolitical Zones‘ Contribution To VAT Pool & Received Without Lagos & Rivers
Data from 2025 shows a clear picture of how Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones contributed to the Value Added Tax (VAT) pool and what they received back—after removing Lagos and Rivers from the calculation. The figures highlight wide differences between what regions generated and what they eventually got through federal allocation. This has again brought the […]
One killed, five abducted in fresh bandit attack in Zamfara
A fresh bandit attack has rocked parts of Zamfara State, leaving one person dead and five others abducted. The incident reportedly happened when armed men stormed a community, firing sporadically and forcing residents to flee for safety. The sudden attack caused panic, as many families ran into nearby bushes to escape harm. According to local […]
2027: El-Rufai’s plans in limbo as Northwest politicians shun SDP
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai is facing serious political challenges. After leaving the ruling APC for the Social Democratic Party (SDP), he has found it hard to gain support in the North-West region. El-Rufai resigned from the APC on March 10, 2025, saying the party’s current path no longer fits his values. He promised […]