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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...

ICPC Obtains 14-Day Detention Order for El-Rufai, Details Allegations in Court

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The ICPC says it secured a 14-day remand order to detain former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai while investigating corruption and security-related allegations. In court filings, the commission detailed financial transactions, alleged diversion of funds and recovery of sensitive documents and equipment. El-Rufai denies wrongdoing and describes the probe as political persecution.

INEC Reviews Party Regulations to Align with Electoral Act 2026

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INEC has begun a comprehensive clause-by-clause review of political party regulations to align with the Electoral Act 2026. The reform aims to reduce pre-election litigation, strengthen compliance culture and integrate findings from the Political Party Performance Index. Officials say credible elections begin with transparent party governance long before polling day.

INEC Assures 2027 Transmission Glitches Eliminated with Mock Presidential Test

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INEC says lessons from the 2023 election have reshaped its technology deployment strategy ahead of 2027. Chairman Professor Joash Amupitan announced plans for a nationwide mock presidential exercise to test inter-state result transmission, pledging that technical glitches experienced previously will not recur. The commission also identified logistics and network limitations as critical operational priorities.

Opposition, Presidency Clash Over Electoral Act 2026 Provisions Ahead of 2027 Polls

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The Electoral Act 2026 controversy intensified in Abuja as opposition leaders accused the Presidency and National Assembly of embedding anti-democratic provisions in the new law, particularly on electronic transmission and party primaries. The Presidency and Senate rejected the claims, insisting the amendments strengthen transparency while urging critics to pursue formal legislative channels.

FCC, PTAD Pension Liabilities Collaboration Targets Nationwide Relief

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The FCC, PTAD pension liabilities collaboration has moved to the forefront of Nigeria’s governance reform agenda following a strategic meeting in Abuja. Both institutions pledged deeper inter-agency coordination to resolve outstanding pension obligations nationwide, strengthen accountability mechanisms, and ensure that retirees receive entitlements promptly under existing reform frameworks.

Umahi–Sowore Confrontation at Police Headquarters Sparks Political Exchange

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The Umahi Sowore Confrontation unfolded at Force Headquarters in Abuja after activist Omoyele Sowore challenged Works Minister Dave Umahi over a petition linked to alleged cyberbullying claims. Police confirmed the matter is under review, while both camps offered sharply different accounts of what transpired during the encounter.

El-Rufai Legal Development: Court Fixes April 23 for Arraignment Over Alleged NSA Wiretap

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A Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed April 23 for the arraignment of former Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai in a fresh El-Rufai Legal Development tied to alleged unlawful interception of the National Security Adviser’s communications. The court declined to entertain bail arguments at this stage, citing procedural grounds.

Disu Outlines Zero Tolerance Reform Agenda After Appointment as Acting IGP

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Newly appointed Acting Inspector General of Police Tunji Disu has outlined a zero tolerance reform agenda, pledging to tackle misconduct, strengthen operational discipline and improve internal accountability across the Nigeria Police Force. The Disu Zero Tolerance Reform Agenda comes amid heightened public scrutiny over security effectiveness and institutional credibility.