Tinubu Signs 2026 Budget into Law
On Friday, Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu signed the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law. A total national spending of 68.32 trillion was approved for the following fiscal year by him. His Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, issued a statement saying that Tinubu agreed to extend the implementation period of his budget for the […]
Breaking Barriers: Nigeria’s First Female Director-General of the Nigerian Law School
In a historic milestone for legal education in Nigeria, Dr. Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote has been appointed as the first female Director-General of the Nigerian Law School, marking a significant turning point in the nation’s legal history and a major stride for gender inclusion in the legal profession. The appointment, approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu […]
Bayelsa Will See Greater Infrastructure Impact in 2026 — Diri
The Governor of Bayelsa State, Douye Diri, has reiterated his administration’s renewed commitment to infrastructural development across the state’s eight local government areas. In a statewide address on Thursday, Diri said 2026 would bring greater impact to the people through new initiatives and the completion of several ongoing projects. He explained that with the 2026 […]
Re-Gazetting A Forged Law Is Not Reform; It Is A Constitutional Cover-Up
The recent order from the National Assembly of Nigeria to re-gazette approved tax reforms due to “unapproved modifications” should raise concerns for every Nigerian who values constitutional democracy and adherence to the law. Let’s be clear and truthful: this is not a mere clerical mistake. This is not just a typographical error.This is not an […]
Armed Robbers Attack Rivers State University
Rivers State University (RSU) was thrown into chaos in the early hours of this morning after a shocking armed attack on students reading overnight in one of the faculty’s classrooms. What should have been a quiet night of academic preparation turned into a scene of terror when three armed men stormed the building through a […]
Ogoni Nine Execution Deemed Unjust – Falana
On October 10, 2025, human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) condemned the 1995 execution of environmental activist Ken Saro-Wiwa and eight other Movement for the Survival of the Ogoni People (MOSOP) leaders, calling it a deliberate act by General Sani Abacha’s regime to silence their campaign against oil exploitation in Ogoniland. Speaking at the Ken […]
EFCC Chair Urges Urgent Passage of Whistleblower Protection Law
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called for the prompt passage of a Whistleblower Protection Law to invigorate Nigeria’s fight against corruption. The anti-graft agency in a statement posted on its social media page on Thursday said the Commission’s Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, made the appeal at a nationwide sensitization programme on the Whistleblowing […]
The New Nigerian Tax Law of 2026: A Deep Dive into Its Implications
As Nigeria gears up for the implementation of a new tax law effective January 2026, the nation stands at a crossroads of fiscal policy and public welfare. This article explores the intricacies of the law, focusing on tax rates, eligibility criteria, assessment methods, and its profound impact on the common man. It also critically examines […]
SERAP Demands Akpabio Reinstate Natasha Following Expiration of Suspension
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on Senate President Godswill Akpabio and the Nigerian Senate to immediately reinstate Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, whose six-month suspension expired on September 4. In a statement posted on X page on Tuesday, SERAP argued that the Senate’s continued prevention of her from resuming her legislative duties is […]
Labour Unions Demand Review of N70,000 Minimum Wage
Nigerian labour unions and government workers are demanding an immediate review of the national minimum wage, arguing that the current ₦70,000 rate is no longer sustainable due to rampant inflation. This call comes as several states have already increased their minimum wage above the federal benchmark. In July 2024, President Bola Tinubu signed a new […]
Russia Cracks Down on WhatsApp Amid Promotion of New ‘Super-App’
Reports indicate that Marina, a 45-year-old freelance copywriter, has depended on WhatsApp for both her professional and personal communications for many years. However, last month, everything changed when a call to a colleague failed to connect properly. They attempted to use Telegram, another messaging application that is popular in Russia, but that also proved unsuccessful.She […]
People of Amarata Community in Bayelsa Stage Protest Against Cultism in the Area
The residents of Amarata community in Yenagoa Local Government Area of Bayelsa State have called on cult related groups to vacate the area immediately or face the wrath of the law. The people made the call during a massive peace walk to protest the rising cult-related violence and criminality in the community. The people carried […]