Distinguishing between FG revenue and the Federation Account, by Temitope Ajayi
Public debate on government finances in Nigeria is once again clouded by confusion, little knowledge, and deliberate misrepresentation. At the centre of the current controversy is a misunderstanding of…
Tinubunomics and the arithmetic of illusion, by Tanimu Yakubu
A striking feature of Nigeria's current economic debate is the enthusiasm with which huge numbers are circulated—and the casualness with which they are assembled. Tax collections are added to…
JUST IN: Donald Trump says US is ‘going to run’ Venezuela after Maduro’s capture
The US is "going to run" Venezuela until a safe transition of power can take place, President Donald Trump said in a televised address on Saturday evening after president Nicolas…
Speed, shoulders, and the strangling of Nigeria’s highways, by Ohimai Unuigboje
One of the most difficult tasks for any writer—which I do not claim to be—is finding an appropriate title for a piece. There is a subtle challenge in achieving…
New tax law: Companies to face N5m penalty for contract awarded to unregistered persons
Companies and statutory bodies that award contracts to unregistered persons will face a N5 million administrative penalty under Nigeria’s tax law. According to the provisions of the Nigeria Tax…
Scandal tainted pastor steps down as pressure mounts
The Senior Pastor of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministries, Chris Okafor, has stepped down from pastoral duties amid growing outrage over multiple sexual allegations against him. The cleric…
Naira appreciates to N1,435.75/$ at official market on first trading day of 2026
The naira appreciated to N1,430.84 kobo per dollar at the official side of the foreign exchange (FX) market on Friday, the first day of trading in 2026. According to…
Seat swap saved Joshua, driver’s son blames brake failure for crash
Ifeoluwa Adeniyi, the 19-year-old son of Adeniyi Kayode, Anthony Joshua‘s driver, has rejected claims that his father drove recklessly before the crash that claimed the lives of friends of…
US attacks Venezuela, captures President Maduro, wife – Trump
US President Donald Trump says Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro has been captured after a massive strike that saw explosions rock capital Caracas and other parts of Venezuela Trump said Maduro…
Kaduna Police arrest suspected kidnappers who developed romantic feelings for victims
Kaduna State police have arrested two suspected kidnappers who reportedly developed romantic feelings for their victims, both married women. According to security sources, the suspects allegedly abducted and sexually…
