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The Nigeria Union of Pensioners (NUP) Southwest has voiced opposition, criticizing the Federal Government’s handling of the situation and expressing concerns about the recent hike in fuel prices. The private sector has also raised issues regarding compliance with the new wage and the potential strain on businesses. The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially begun disbursing the newly established minimum wage of N70,000 to more than 1.2 million civil servants. This development comes after seven months of negotiations, during which adjustments to salaries across various levels of the federal civil service were discussed. However, not all parties are in…

FG has announced VAT exemptions on cooking gas and CNG among others. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Federal Government has announced value-added tax (VAT) exemptions for various energy products, including diesel, Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG), also known as cooking gas, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), and electric vehicles, among others. This is contained in a statement by The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Mr. Wale Edun, on Wednesday. According to Edun, these measures aim to reduce the cost of living, enhance energy security, and speed up Nigeria’s shift to cleaner energy sources.“The VAT Modification Order 2024 introduces exemptions on a…

The 2024 African Nations Championship qualifiers draw will hold on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. The draw ceremony will hold at the headquarters of the Confederation of African Football, CAF, in Cairo, Egypt. The two rounds of qualifiers will take place on a home and away basis. The first round of qualifiers will be played on the weekend of 25–27 October and 01–03 November 2024. The second round was confirmed for 20–22 December and 27–29 December 2024. Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania will host the tournament between 01–28 February 2025.

FG has secured a $200m investment from Afreximbank to strengthen the creative industry in Nigeria. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the Ministry of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy has secured a $200 million investment from the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) to strengthen Nigeria’s creative industry. In a statement on Tuesday, the ministry said the investment was announced at an event organised by Nigeria titled “Destination 2030: Nigeria Everywhere,” during the just-concluded United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, United States. “It would be noted that central to the “Destination 2030” initiative is Nigeria’s ambition to assert itself as a global soft power leader…

As the trial of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, continues to linger, judges’ withdrawal from his case is raising concerns. The Nigerian Government has been prosecuting Kanu since 2015. He is standing trial for several charges ranging from treasonable felony to terrorism. In 2017, Justice Binta Nyako of an Abuja Federal High Court granted him bail in the sum of N100 million, but the IPOB leader absconded from Nigeria after the military allegedly invaded his residence in Afaraukwu, Abia State. Kanu was, however, rearrested in July 2021 in Kenya and subjected to extraordinary rendition back…

President Biden has given marching orders to the US Military against Iran. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that President Joe Biden has ordered the U.S. military to support Israel’s defence and intercept Iranian missiles targeting the country, following a significant escalation in the Middle East conflict. The White House confirmed that Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris monitored the situation from the White House situation room. “President Biden directed the U.S. military to aid Israel’s defence against Iranian attacks and shoot down missiles that are targeting Israel,” the White House said in a statement. The crisis escalated on Tuesday when the Israeli military and Iranian state…

Aloy Ejimakor, the lead counsel of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, on Tuesday tackled the Ohanaeze Ndigbo sociocultural organization over its call for a “pardon” for the Biafra agitator. Ejimakor said Ohanaeze can’t demand for Kanu’s pardon because he’s not a convicted felon. Ohanaeze’s National Vice President, Chief Damian Okeke-Ogene, had made the call while addressing journalists in Awka on Tuesday, on Nigeria’s independence day. Okeke-Ogene said Kanu’s release would restore peace, enable the identification of those perpetuating violence, and ultimately put an end to the disturbing sit-at-home practice in the southeast region. He said:…

Segun Sowunmi has nicknamed the APC gang of Zombies in a fresh outburst.NewsOnline Nigeria reports that a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Segun Sowunmi, has described the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, as a gang of Zombies. This Nigeria news platform understands that Sowunmi while featuring on Channels Television’s Politics Today, claimed that APC is not a political party. Sowunmi said APC would be deceiving itself by assuming it’s a political party.  He also stated that APC might be a special vehicle for contesting election but the happenings in party is considered laughable. The former governorship aspirant in Ogun state wondered when…

Former Manchester City defender, Micah Richards has explained why Chelsea attacking midfielder, Cole Palmer is different from the rest of his peers. Richards hailed the England international’s versatility on the pitch. Chelsea’s last Premier League game ended in a 4-2 win against Brighton at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. All four goals were scored within the first half by Palmer who took center stage with an extraordinary display. The England international became the first player to do so in a Premier League match. Speaking on The Rest is Football podcast, Richards said, “Cole Palmer can play on the right and in…

Top 50 Quotes and 50 Happy New Month Messages for October 2024 have been compiled by this reporter. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that the year 2024 is gradually coming to an end with the start of the tenth month of the year October. Here are some inspirational quotes and October Happy New Month messages you can send to friends, customers, families and lovers.Top 10 Quotes for October 2024 “New month, new intentions, new goals, new love, new light, and new beginnings.” ? April Mae Monterrosa “THE BEGINNING OF A NEW MONTH. A perfect time for SHIFTING things around, Always remembering to keep your feet on the…