Prominent legal expert and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Chief Afe Babalola, has called on the Federal Government to approve a Free Trade Zone (FTZ) status for the industrial park of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD). Speaking during the ABUAD-China Partnership Forum in Ado-Ekiti, Chief Babalola emphasized that the 132-unit industrial park holds immense potential…
The scarcity of naira notes is once again disrupting banking operations, with banks across Nigeria rationing cash withdrawals at their branches and ATMs. This development has led to significant challenges for customers and a sharp rise in charges by Point of Sale (PoS) operators. Banks Limit Cash Withdrawals Over the past few days, customers have…
Two Nigerian courts, the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja and the Oyo State High Court, have issued interim orders restricting the sale, distribution, and advertisement of Dele Farotimi’s controversial book, Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System. The book has ignited a legal battle, primarily due to allegations of defamation against Senior Advocate of…
The Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee and the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) are at odds over the constitutional authority to manage and distribute Value Added Tax (VAT) revenues. Both entities advocate for tax reforms but differ sharply on constitutional interpretations and the implications for revenue sharing. RMAFC’s Position: Defending Constitutional…
The internal crisis rocking Nigeria’s Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has now engulfed its Board of Trustees (BoT), as factions within the party push for dominance. At the center of the controversy is the acting National Chairman, Umar Damagum, whose leadership continues to face intense scrutiny. Sources within the party revealed plans to reshuffle BoT members…
The Nigerian naira has continued its downward slide against the US dollar, with rates in the parallel market soaring to N1,745 per dollar. This marks a sharp reversal from the sub-N1,600 levels recorded earlier, raising concerns about the currency’s stability. On Wednesday, unofficial market rates fluctuated, with some platforms quoting N1,715 while others listed prices…
Renowned political scientist, Prof. Adele Jinadu, has raised alarms over early indications of potential electoral malpractice ahead of Nigeria’s 2027 general elections. Speaking at a Policy Dialogue on “The State of Anti-Corruption Policy and Practice in Nigeria” held in Abuja, he accused the political elite of laying the groundwork for manipulation through strategic appointments and…
Afe Babalola Challenges Bestseller on Judicial Corruption: Legal Showdown Over Dele Farotimi’s Controversial Book The Federal High Court in Abuja recently issued an order halting the publication and distribution of the book Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System, authored by lawyer Dele Farotimi. The ruling came following a suit filed by renowned legal figure Afe…
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), has called on President Bola Tinubu to intervene in the ongoing controversy surrounding the institution’s 57th inaugural lecture, set to take place on December 11, 2024. ASUU’s petition raises serious concerns over the academic qualifications of the scheduled lecturer,…
“Breaking Health Myths: How Increased Sexual Activity Could Reduce Cancer Risks for Women Dr. Rasheed Abassi, a Nigerian medical practitioner, has stirred significant debate following his appearance on TVC’s program Your View. During the discussion, Dr. Abassi made bold claims about the potential health benefits of increased sexual activity for women, particularly in reducing the…
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