TIN Becomes Mandatory for Bank Accounts from January 2026
The Federal Government announced that all taxable Nigerians must obtain a Tax Identification Number (TIN) to operate bank accounts from January 1, 2026. It was clarified that students and dependents are exempted. The requirement was confirmed under Section 4 of the Nigerian Tax Administration Act, providing legal backing for enforcement. Individuals and businesses already holding […]
Labour Party Rules Out Automatic Ticket for Obi in 2027
The Labour Party stated that no aspirant, including Peter Obi, would receive an automatic ticket for the 2027 elections. It was emphasised that all candidates must emerge through competitive primaries. The leadership noted Obi’s year-long distance from the party but said reconciliation remained possible. The NEC meeting was described as focused on congresses and primaries, […]
NIS Flags Temporary Downtime on Passport Platform
Routine maintenance on the Nigeria Immigration Service’s Passport Digital Platform was announced, with users expected to experience temporary disruptions from 12 to 14 December 2025. The exercise was described as necessary to improve system performance and user experience. Public patience was requested, and support was made available through official channels. Temporary complaint-response handles were also […]
Arsenal Eye Perfect Champions League Record at Club Brugge
Arsenal are on the hunt for a perfect Champions League group stage record as they face Club Brugge away. With a flawless record so far, the Gunners aim to extend their dominance and maintain their 100% win rate in the competition. Coach Mikel Arteta has hinted at fielding a strong lineup despite already securing top […]
South Korea, Japan Protest Chinese-Russian Military Patrols
South Korea and Japan have condemned recent Chinese-Russian military patrols near their territories, with both nations scrambling jets. The patrols involved Russian Tu-95 bombers and Chinese H-6 bombers, which flew over the Sea of Japan and the East China Sea. Japan called the flights a direct show of force, while South Korea lodged formal complaints […]
Soyinka Cautions Tinubu on Security, Governance, and Privilege
At the 20th Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism Awards in Lagos, Nobel laureate Professor Wole Soyinka directly challenged President Bola Tinubu over his handling of regional security and the use of state resources for privileged individuals. In a viral video, Soyinka described a recent encounter where he witnessed an unusually large security detail surrounding […]
Lagos plans new sub-national financing model in 2026
Lagos State is preparing to launch one of Africa’s most innovative asset securitization programs in 2026 to fund its infrastructure overhaul. Finance Commissioner Abayomi Oluyomi announced the initiative, which aims to raise nearly 20 trillion naira by pooling and selling over 300 key state assets through a special investment vehicle. This approach shields the state […]
Chelsea’s Delap Faces Injury Setback After Bournemouth Draw
Chelsea Manager Enzo Maresca has revealed that forward, Liam Delap could be sidelined again with a shoulder injury. The striker was forced off during the first half of Saturday’s goalless Premier League draw against Bournemouth, following his recent return from a hamstring injury. Chelsea remain fourth in the Premier League table with 25 points from […]
Salah Slams Liverpool, Hints at Exit After Leeds Draw
Liverpool star Mohamed Salah has expressed deep frustration with his club following Saturday’s 3-3 Premier League draw with Leeds United. The Egyptian forward, who watched the game from the bench, accused Liverpool of “throwing him under the bus” amid a rocky start to their season. Speaking after the match, Salah said he felt unfairly blamed […]
Benin President Talon Says Coup Attempt Foiled by Loyal Forces
Benin’s President Patrice Talon announced that government forces halted a coup attempt by soldiers in Cotonou. The violence broke out when soldiers claimed to have ousted the president on state television. Talon’s loyal forces quickly regained control and cleared resistance. He called the coup attempt “treachery” and vowed justice.This follows a rising trend of military […]
