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Bayelsa State slams the brakes on timber, sand transport

The Bayelsa State Government, under Governor Douye Diri, has imposed restrictions on the transportation (or "carrying") of wood/timber/forest products and activities related to sand (via dredging). On December 30, 2025, the state Commissioner for Environment, Hon. Ebi Ben Ololo, announced this in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State. The directive prohibits: A total ban on the movement, transportation, and conveyance of wood, timber, and all forest products across the state (via land and maritime routes), effective January 1, 2026....

Bayelsa State slams the brakes on timber, sand transport The Bayelsa State Government, under Governor Douye Diri, has imposed restrictions on the transportation (or “carrying”) of wood/timber/forest products and activities related to sand (vi…

Please be informed that effective 1 January 2026, the Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) previously charged on electronic bank transfers of ₦10,000 and above has been replaced in line with the Nigerian Tax Act 2025.

Change to Stamp Duty on Electronic Transfers Please be informed that effective 1 January 2026, the Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) previously charged on electronic bank transfers of ₦10,000 and above has been replaced by a ₦50 Stamp Dut…

Change to Stamp Duty on Electronic Transfers

Please be informed that effective 1 January 2026, the Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) previously charged on electronic bank transfers of ₦10,000 and above has been replaced by a ₦50 Stamp Duty, in line with the Nigerian Tax Act 2025. The change referenced in the bank notice stems from provisions in the Nigeria Tax Act 2025, a comprehensive tax reform law enacted in 2025 as part of broader fiscal updates under President Bola Tinubu's administration....

Change to Stamp Duty on Electronic Transfers Please be informed that effective 1 January 2026, the Electronic Money Transfer Levy (EMTL) previously charged on electronic bank transfers of ₦10,000 and above has been replaced by a ₦50 Stamp Dut…

The designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) has thrown many Nigerians into chaos over what CPC really means. As of November 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of State has designated several Countries of Particular Concern (CPCs) besides Nigeria: Burma, China, Cuba, Eritrea, Iran, North Korea, Pakistan, Nicaragua, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan. Here is a simple explanation of what "Country of Particular Concern" (CPC) means....

What is a “Country of Particular Concern” (CPC) Designation The designation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) has thrown many Nigerians into chaos over what CPC really means. As of November 1, 2025, the U.S. Department of State has designa…

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended its two-week warning strike, which began on October 13, 2025, over unresolved demands like welfare issues and the 2009 FGN/ASUU Agreement renegotiation. National President of ASUU, Prof. Chris Piwuna, disclosed this at a press briefing held in Abuja on Wednesday. The suspension was announced today, October 22, 2025, after progress in talks with the Federal Government, including offers on third-party deductions, promotion arrears, Earned Academic Allowances, and other concerns....

ASUU has suspended its two-week warning strike The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has suspended its two-week warning strike, which began on October 13, 2025, over unresolved demands like welfare issues and the 2009 FGN/ASUU Agreeme…

Following the free Nnamdi kanu now protest scheduled to hold today in Abuja has caused heavy deployments of police, army, NSCDC, and armored vehicles as early as 5:00 AM on the Nyanya-Mararaba stretch, Kugbo-Nyanyna Expressway, and Abuja-Keffi highway leading to the establishment of multiple checkpoints and barricades. Consequently, Abuja is experiencing widespread unrest due to the nationwide "Free Mazi Nnamdi Kanu Now" protests, which are primarily organized by human rights activist Omoyele Sowore, the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), and their allies....

Update on Free Nnamdi Kanu Now Protests in Abuja Following the free Nnamdi kanu now protest scheduled to hold today in Abuja has caused heavy deployments of police, army, NSCDC, and armored vehicles as early as 5:00 AM on the Nyanya-Mararaba stre…

Super Eagles are in, now it is about finishing the job...

How Super Eagles clinch playoff spot with 4-0 Benin win! Super Eagles are in, now it is about finishing the job

Osimhen's performance was a reminder of why he's Africa's best striker—clinical, relentless, and carrying the weight of a nation's hopes....

Osimhen’s hat-trick powers Super Eagles to Worldcup Osimhen’s performance was a reminder of why he’s Africa’s best striker—clinical, relentless, and carrying the weight of a nation’s hopes.

As part of Trump's positioning of comprehensive, everlasting framework to end the nearly two-year Israel-Hamas war, a 20-point peace plan was announced by President Trump on September 30, 2025.The release of all 20 remaining living Israeli hostages held in Gaza since the October 7, 2023 attacks marks a historic and long awaited ceasefire fruitful day. Hamas gunmen handed over Israeli hostages to the Red Cross in Khan Younis, marking the release of all 20 remaining captives as part of a U.S....

Hamas gunmen hand over Israeli hostages to the Red Cross As part of Trump’s positioning of comprehensive, everlasting framework to end the nearly two-year Israel-Hamas war, a 20-point peace plan was announced by President Trump on September 30, 20…

Human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, has called for a political resolution to the ongoing trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Speaking to journalists during a visit to Governor Alex Otti in Abia State, Falana argued that Kanu’s case, which he considers a political issue, should be settled outside the courtroom. He emphasized that if governments can negotiate with bandits and other criminals, there is no reason Kanu’s matter cannot be resolved politically....

Femi Falana’s Solution to Nnamdi Kanu’s Case Human rights lawyer Femi Falana, SAN, has called for a political resolution to the ongoing trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). Speaking to journalists during a v…

Dr. David Nyekorach-Matsanga, a Ugandan-born lawyer and conflict resolution expert based in the United Kingdom, issued open letters urging UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Nigeria’s Chief Justice, Hon. Justice Kudirat Olatokunbo Kekere-Ekun, to intervene in Nnamdi Kanu’s case, citing his unlawful rendition and relevant court rulings. According to Dr. Matsanga, when a court case is deemed unfair or illegal, it is halted to maintain the court’s trustworthiness and fairness....

Recommendations to Reaffirm Nigeria’s Commitment to Justice – Dr. Matsanga to Chief Justice of Nigeria Dr. David Nyekorach-Matsanga, a Ugandan-born lawyer and conflict resolution expert based in the United Kingdom, issued open letters urging UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Nigeria’s Chief Justice…

At the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2025, the Vice-President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Kashim Shettima, speaking on behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, articulated Nigeria’s position on the Israel–Palestine conflict. Nigeria's government has consistently advocated for a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict during the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 80), held in September 2025....

Nigeria’s position on Israel-Palestine at UN General Assembly At the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2025, the Vice-President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Kashim Shettima, speaking on behalf of President Bol…