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FG Bans Roadside Tax Collection as Nigeria Moves to Presumptive Tax System

The Federal Government has banned roadside tax collection across Nigeria as part of a wider effort to reform revenue practices affecting small businesses. Authorities say the move will eliminate informal levies and introduce a new presumptive tax system designed to simplify compliance while reducing the burden of multiple taxation.

FEC Approves Six Major Road Projects as Government Pushes Infrastructure Despite Economic Strain

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A Billion-Naira Infrastructure Wave Begins Nigeria’s Federal Executive Council has approved a new wave of large-scale road reconstruction projects across the country, including the ₦427...

Cooking Gas Prices Jump in Nigeria as LPG Hits ₦900/kg After Petrol Surge

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Nigeria’s cooking gas market is entering a fresh inflation cycle as LPG prices surge sharply across the country. Retail prices that hovered around ₦800 per kilogram only weeks ago are now approaching ₦900–₦950 in many locations, raising fears that the country is facing a second wave of energy inflation following the recent spike in petrol prices.

Fuel Price Spike in Nigeria as Dangote Raises PMS Ex-Depot Price Toward ₦1,000 Pump Threshold

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Nigeria’s fuel market has been jolted by a sharp adjustment in refinery pricing after Dangote Petroleum Refinery raised its petrol ex-depot price from ₦774 to ₦874 per litre. Retail pump prices have already climbed above ₦930 in several locations, with marketers warning the surge could soon push petrol close to ₦1,000 per litre nationwide.

Christian Pilgrimage to Israel Suspended

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Nigeria has suspended Christian pilgrimage to Israel as security conditions across the region remain volatile. The decision halts travel plans for hundreds of Nigerian pilgrims preparing for the annual Holy Land journey. Officials say the move is precautionary, citing regional instability and the need to prioritise the safety of Nigerian citizens travelling to sacred Christian sites.

Ondo Church Kidnap Victims Regain Freedom Amid Reports of ₦9m Ransom Payment

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Victims abducted during a church-related incident in Ondo State have regained their freedom after days in captivity, bringing relief to families and local authorities. Security sources confirmed that the victims were released following coordinated efforts involving community leaders and security agencies amid ongoing concerns about kidnappings across parts of southwestern Nigeria.

Medical Negligence Suit Filed Over Death of Chimamanda Adichie’s Son

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Lawsuit filed over alleged hospital negligence A medical negligence case has been initiated following the death of the son of internationally acclaimed Nigerian writer Chimamanda...

Malami Terrorism Trial Stalls as AGF Fagbemi Takes Over Prosecution

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The terrorism trial of former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami (SAN) stalled on Wednesday after Attorney-General Prince Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) formally took over prosecution of the case from the Department of State Services. The Federal High Court in Abuja adjourned proceedings until March 10 to allow the new prosecutorial team study the case file.

ICPC to Prosecute Five Airport Officers Over Alleged El-Rufai Bribes

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Five Nigerian security officials are set to face prosecution after investigators said they accepted bribes from former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai to obstruct a lawful arrest operation at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport. Authorities say the officers facilitated unauthorised access to restricted airport areas during the incident that followed El-Rufai’s return from Cairo last month.

Federal Government Proposes 1% Informal Sector Tax Framework to Expand Nigeria’s Revenue Base

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Nigeria’s federal government has unveiled a proposal for a 1% informal sector tax framework aimed at expanding the country’s revenue base without imposing heavy burdens on small businesses. The policy, currently under consultation with market associations and state authorities, targets millions of informal enterprises that operate outside the formal tax system.