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𝗙𝗚 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 7,000 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗴𝘂𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝘀𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀
Over 7,000 Nigerian forest guards graduate under a new presidential initiative to enhance security by protecting forests from terrorists and bandits....

BREAKING: Nollywood actress, producer Allwell Ademola is dead.

Nollywood actress and producer, Allwell Ademola, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025.

The actress passed away at the age of 43 years old.

𝗔𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗸𝗲𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮, 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗲𝘀’ 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗺 — 𝗗𝗛𝗤
Nigeria's military, with US support, conducts airstrikes to show its resolve in counter-terrorism efforts targeting foreign ISIS-linked elements....

I deliberately went to check the bio-data of Mr. Taiwo Oyedele and his career trajectory, and I feel deep pity for him. This is a man who left a very lucrative professional career, where he had reached the very top of his field, to serve his fatherland because he believed Nigeria could have a better tax system than the one bequeathed to us by the colonialists.

When his committee was inaugurated less than two years ago, he began receiving death threats. He had to move his family out of their home, and the security protection he initially declined, he had no choice but to accept. He has said that he has not slept in his own house for close to two years, and that his mother is on constant and repeated prayer and fasting all the time. All for him.

They eventually succeeded in passing the law and getting it signed into law, but mischief makers quickly introduced another controversy about alteration or no alteration. This man has explained the issues repeatedly across multiple media houses. I honestly wonder where he finds the energy to keep running around like this.

How do we expect highly accomplished professionals to be willing to leave the private sector and come work for their country to make things better, when they see someone like Oyedele, who had reached the peak of his career and become an authority in taxation, being treated this way?

O ga o!

Selah!

The introduction of a game-changing consumer credit scheme by President Tinubu’s administration through the establishment of .ng has impacted lives of many Nigerians since inception.

The goal remains very clear; to improve the living standard of Nigerians through better access to credit for daily consumption.

Over 200,000 Nigerians have now benefited from the scheme through various initiatives and 2025 promises to be even better.

Here is a breakdown of the major milestones of so far on today’s episode of

BREAKING: Former Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has alleged that the EFCC has refused to accept the ruling of the court which granted him bail. Malami, who spoke through his media aide, said the commission chased away the bailiff and insisted on his continued detention, citing a high court order that expires today.

Malami, in his statement, also called on the international community and Nigerians of conscience to speak out against the actions of the EFCC, saying that no agency is above the law.

PBAT: A Test of Leadership Passed with Distinction!

By Yahaya Balogun
First published, November 9, 2025 09:00 AM.

In recent weeks, we’ve witnessed remarkable displays of resilience, strategy, and diplomacy that define true leadership. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's international diplomacy has earned him top marks! His adept handling of the situation involving the detained Nigerian airforce personnel by Burkina Faso's President Ibrahim Traore truly exemplifies masterful diplomacy on the world stage.

Rather than succumbing to domestic insults, international threats, stress, and mockery, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has skillfully leveraged his political strength to quell the orchestrated falsehoods aimed at destabilizing a nation that is steadily and deliberately overhauling its economy and enhancing its security framework to address domestic terrorism, economic hardship and insecurity.

As a proud and privileged citizen of the United States, my unwavering affection for American exceptionalism stands firm. My loyalty, driven by patriotism, extends wholeheartedly to my rooted homeland, Nigeria, where I would gladly serve both nations (the USA and Nigeria) with honor and strength, contributing to their enduring exceptionalism and prosperity.

Meanwhile, it is disheartening to witness the unpatriotic sentiments of many Nigerians during difficult times, especially with external disruptions affecting the nation’s affairs. In my experience as an American, I've observed the deep and unconditional patriotism shared by this writer and American citizens for the greatness of our country—America.

For too long, Nigerians have endured suffering and hardship under the weight of their leaders' failures. It is not surprising to see a disconnect in national loyalty among those who have faced hardships at the hands of their leaders. Conversely, many Americans, including this writer, remain loyal and devoted to their country, having reaped the benefits of the opportunities fostered by American leadership and the country's exceptionalism. Despite political challenges, American leaders consistently exhibit loyalty and commitment to upholding their nation’s ideals.

In the last few days, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has once again illustrated that effective leadership is rooted in strategic diplomacy and dedicated service to the people. His calm and focused demeanor reflects a keen understanding of the dynamics at play in a small section of politicians in Washington. It’s commendable that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu chooses to maintain a dignified silence while tactically addressing the misleading narratives emerging from the children of anger and those mischievous quarters.

America faces its own set of challenges, yet no American seeks to undermine American greatness by exploiting its security issues. It is crucial to recognize that Nigeria’s security concerns are not limited to one demographic, region, or religious section; they impact all citizens across various geopolitical regions and communities in our beloved country.

However, it is encouraging to observe President Tinubu's efforts to initiate international diplomacy aimed at addressing Nigeria's security issues, especially in light of the influence of Washington's assessments of our security framework. Under PBAT's leadership, Nigeria is poised for a revival of its greatness, with economic strategies yielding favorable outcomes. It’s time for discontented Nigerians to abandon their unpatriotic attitudes to avoid “disgracing” their country. The recent events have laid bare the hypothesis of hypocrisy within our society, making it easier to distinguish those who genuinely care for their country during times of crisis.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu must make security a top priority, confronting domestic terrorism and banditry decisively. Justice cannot be selective; those who perpetrate heinous crimes against the nation must be held accountable. President Trump must partner with President Tinubu to help combat domestic terrorism in Nigeria. Nigeria is a great strategic partner with the United States in all ramifications. In facing these challenges, President Tinubu has shown that stoicism, strategy, and diplomacy are vital tools in addressing the actions of those who are both intentional and transactional in their ulterior motives.

Intuitively, as a steadfast and incurable optimist hailing from the spirited lands of Nigeria, I perceive President Trump's hyped threat towards PBAT's administration as not just timely but a hidden blessing in disguise that presents an opportunity for Nigeria government to revamp, restore, and restructure our entire Nigerian security architecture to ensure the safety of every Nigerian citizen.

Yahaya Balogun wrote from Arizona, United States of America.

NIN, CAC numbers to become tax IDs from 2026, says FIRS

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has announced that the National Identification Number (NIN) will automatically serve as the Tax Identification Number (TIN) for individual Nigerians beginning in 2026.

(𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚) 𝗣𝗗𝗣 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘀: 𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗖 𝗿𝗲𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗶-𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗡𝗪𝗖, 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀
INEC has rejected the Kabiru Turaki-led National Working Committee of the PDP, citing the ongoing leadership crisis and subsisting court judgments....