Amid Uproar, Tinubu Insists Tax Laws Take Effect January 1, 2026

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has rejected calls for the suspension of Nigeria’s newly enacted tax laws, affirming that their implementation will proceed as scheduled from January 1, 2026. The tax reforms have sparked intense national debate, particularly over allegations that the versions of the laws gazetted differ from those passed by the National Assembly. Groups including the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), the minority caucus of the House of Representatives, the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) and the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) have…

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Nigerian Brand Influencer Lazywrita Dies, Leaves Emotional Final Instagram Message

Nigerian brand strategist, influencer and author, Anda Damisa Paul, popularly known as Lazywrita, has died, sources close to him have confirmed. Details surrounding his death remain unclear. However, friends disclosed that a scheduled Instagram post published on December 29, 2025, suggested his passing may have been connected to emotional distress following a failed relationship. According to the sources, Damisa reportedly died several days before the post went live, having programmed it in advance to announce his death. In the message, Lazywrita wrote: “Don’t cry for me please o… I lived…

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Anthony Joshua injured in Lagos car crash as two team members die

Nigerian-British boxing star and two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has been injured in a fatal road accident near Lagos, Nigeria, which claimed the lives of two members of his entourage, his promoter Matchroom has confirmed. The deceased were identified as Sina Ghami and Latif Ayodele, both close associates and longtime friends of the boxer. According to officials, Joshua was travelling in a convoy when his vehicle reportedly collided with a stationary lorry while overtaking at speed. Video footage circulating online shows the visibly injured boxer grimacing in pain as…

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REMO DAY 2025: A Celebration of Royal Leadership, Heritage and Sustainable Development

By Dr. R. Y. Akinbo The Pioneer Rector of the Ogun State Polytechnic of Health and Allied Sciences, Ilese-Ijebu, Dr. R. Y. Akinbo, has extended warm greetings and heartfelt felicitations to the Akarigbo and Paramount Ruler of Remoland, His Royal Majesty, Alayeluwa Oba (Dr.) Babatunde Adewale Ajayi, CFR (Torungbuwa II), on the occasion of Remo Day 2025. In a goodwill message released to commemorate the annual cultural celebration, Dr. Akinbo, on behalf of the Governing Council, management, staff and students of the institution, paid glowing tribute to the monarch’s exemplary…

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Pastor Chris Okafor Apologises to Doris Ogala Amid Feud, Kneels in Church to Seek Forgiveness

Senior Pastor of the Mountain of Liberation and Miracles Ministries, Chris Okafor, on Sunday publicly apologised to Nollywood actress Doris Ogala, kneeling before his congregation as he sought forgiveness over what he described as past “mistakes.” The apology follows weeks of intense public controversy between both parties, which has played out largely on social media. Ogala had accused the cleric of engaging in an affair, making unfulfilled marriage promises, sharing explicit content, and allegedly offering her $10,000 to withdraw claims that she was sponsored by rival pastors to defame him.…

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I’ve Stopped Impregnating Women Carelessly — 2Baba

Nigerian music legend, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has declared that he has put an end to what he described as impregnating women “anyhow,” saying he no longer lives the kind of life many people still associate with him. The veteran singer made the revelation during the MC EdoPikin Undiluted with StarBoy and Legends show held in Benin City, Edo State, shortly before taking the stage to perform. Addressing the audience directly, the African Queen crooner said he had chosen to speak openly in order to correct public perception…

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Jehovah’s Witness Cancer Patient, ‘Aunty Esther’, Dies After Blood Transfusion Debate

A Nigerian cancer patient and social media personality, Mensah Omolola, popularly known on X (formerly Twitter) as Aunty Esther, has died after a prolonged battle with breast cancer. News of her death emerged late Saturday after a social media user, Auntymuse (@AUNTYMUSE_), reacted to a post announcing her passing. Quoting an earlier message that read, “Unfortunately, we lost Aunty Esther. Very sad!”, Auntymuse wrote, “May her soul rest in peace.” The confirmation triggered an outpouring of grief from Nigerians who had closely followed her health journey and treatment updates on…

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FirstBank Introduces Exclusive 500-Seater Bleacher at Carnival Calabar & Festival 2025

FirstBank, West Africa’s premier financial institution and financial inclusion services provider, has officially announced its sponsorship of the Carnival Calabar & Festival 2025, unveiling a landmark addition set to redefine the carnival experience — the first-ever private premium seating area at the event. The highlight of FirstBank’s participation is the construction of a 500-seater premium bleacher, designed to provide comfort, safety, and an elevated viewing experience for carnival enthusiasts. Speaking on the sponsorship, the Acting Group Head Marketing and Corporate Communications, FirstBank, Olayinka Ijabiyi, noted that the carnival aligns with…

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SGF George Akume Marries Ooni of Ife’s Former Queen Zaynab Ngohemba

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has married Queen Zaynab Ngohemba, a former wife of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi. The marriage became public on Friday, December 26, 2025, following a celebratory Facebook post by Abraham Double-D Dajoh, a member of the Akume Dajoh family from Mbakor, Benue State. Confirming the union, the Dajoh family described the marriage as “beautiful” and “uncommon,” formally welcoming Queen Zaynab into their fold. In a statement shared online, the family said: “We, the entire Dajoh…

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Primate Ayodele’s Prophecy Fails as Lookman Scores Match-Winning Goal

Prophet Primate Elijah Ayodele’s prediction suffered a setback on Tuesday night after Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman scored the decisive goal to secure victory for his side. Ahead of the encounter, the cleric had publicly predicted that Lookman would fail to find the back of the net, a prophecy that quickly went viral across social media. However, events on the pitch proved otherwise as the Atalanta star delivered a clinical finish that settled the contest. Lookman’s goal not only handed his team maximum points but also sparked reactions online, with…

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