Manufacturing sector tops VAT contribution at 26.6% in H1’25

By Yinka Kolawole The manufacturing sector remained the top-contributing sector to Nigeria’s Value-added Tax (VAT) collections in the first half of 2025 (H1’25), with a contribution of N584.63 billion, representing 26.6...

FG expands cancer care amid social media concerns over FMC Jabi

Health4 months ago

FG expands cancer care amid social media concerns over FMC Jabi

The federal government has said that, contrary to claims circulating in a social media video, it is actively expanding access to quality cancer care across Nigeria,...

Wizkid featured in Showmax’s exciting festive season watchlist

Entertainment4 months ago

Wizkid featured in Showmax’s exciting festive season watchlist

Nigerian entertainment lovers are in for an exciting festive season as Showmax has released a rich lineup of movies, documentaries, and series set to keep audiences...

Osun 2026: PDP postpones governorship primary amid crisis

Politics4 months ago

Osun 2026: PDP postpones governorship primary amid crisis

The Osun State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has postponed its 2026 governorship primary due to unresolved internal disputes within the party’s national leadership....

Barca’s Flick happy to have players back for Atletico clash

Sports4 months ago

Barca’s Flick happy to have players back for Atletico clash

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said he was relieved to have some injured players returning to fitness ahead of Tuesday’s crunch clash against Atletico Madrid. Barca moved...

Policy reforms, local production key to Nigeria’s financial stability in 2026 – Experts

Business4 months ago

Policy reforms, local production key to Nigeria’s financial stability in 2026 – Experts

Finance and accounting experts have urged Nigerian government to implement urgent policy reforms, diversify the economy, and boost local production to stabilize the nation’s finances ahead...

Entertainment4 months ago

I have achieved beyond my dreams – Tems

Grammy-winning singer Tems has expressed gratitude for her remarkable success in the music industry, stating that she has achieved more than she ever imagined. In a...

JAC, lack of autonomy hindering local government development – Sen. Buhari

Politics4 months ago

JAC, lack of autonomy hindering local government development – Sen. Buhari

Chairman of the Senate Committee on Aviation, Dr AbdulFatai Buhari, has identified the Joint Accounts Committee (JAC) system and the absence of financial autonomy as major...

LBHF mulls IBILE format as plans get underway for Governor’s Belt finale

Sports4 months ago

LBHF mulls IBILE format as plans get underway for Governor’s Belt finale

The Lagos Boxing Hall of Fame (LBHF) is gearing up for an elaborate end‑of‑year Governor’s Belt showdown scheduled for December 26 at the Molade Okoya‑Thomas Hall,...

Manufacturers kick as Senate mulls duty hike on sugar products

Business4 months ago

Manufacturers kick as Senate mulls duty hike on sugar products

Manufacturers under the aegis of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) have kicked against a proposal to increase excise duty on carbonated sugar-sweetened beverages (SSB) through amendment of...