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  • Nigeria Tax Reforms Spark Resistance

    By Ifunanya | January 5, 2026 | Comments Off on Nigeria Tax Reforms Spark Resistance

    The 2023 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, Omoyele Sowore, has expressed strong reservations about Nigeria’s new tax reforms, warning that policies that overly burden poor citizens will likely spark public resistance. In a […]

  • Tinubu sparks controversy with alleged AI-generated meeting photo

    By Ifunanya | January 5, 2026 | Comments Off on Tinubu sparks controversy with alleged AI-generated meeting photo

    Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has faced criticism for sharing a picture on social media that allegedly appears to be AI-generated, sparking questions about the authenticity of a meeting with his Rwandan counterpart, President Paul […]

  • Wike Vows to Frustrate Fubara’s Re-election Bid

    By Ifunanya | January 5, 2026 | Comments Off on Wike Vows to Frustrate Fubara’s Re-election Bid

    The Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, has stated his intention to frustrate the re-election bid of Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, in 2027. While visiting the Ahoada West Local Government Area in Rivers State, […]

  • Uganda arrests human rights activist Sarah Bireete

    By Ifunanya | January 5, 2026 | Comments Off on Uganda arrests human rights activist Sarah Bireete

    Ugandan human rights activist Sarah Bireete was arrested and detained on December 30, 2025, by the Uganda Police Force on charges related to electoral data. The State alleges that Bireete and others unlawfully obtained or […]

  • Uganda arrests activist Sarah Bireete on voter data charges

    By Ifunanya | January 5, 2026 | Comments Off on Uganda arrests activist Sarah Bireete on voter data charges

    Ugandan Human Rights Activist Arrested and Detained Over Voter Data A prominent human rights activist in Uganda, Sarah Bireete, has been arrested and detained by the police over allegations of unlawfully obtaining and disclosing voter […]

  • Nigeria Solid Minerals Revenue Hits 70bn

    By Ifunanya | January 5, 2026 | Comments Off on Nigeria Solid Minerals Revenue Hits 70bn

    Nigeria’s Ministry of Solid Minerals Development has recorded a significant increase in revenue, rising to over 70 billion in 2025. This growth is attributed to the implementation of wide-ranging reforms and strategic policies that have […]

  • Naira Exchange Rate Recovers Slightly Against Dollar

    By Ifunanya | January 5, 2026 | Comments Off on Naira Exchange Rate Recovers Slightly Against Dollar

    The Nigerian Naira has shown a slight recovery in the first week of 2026, although it remains under pressure due to consistent demand for the US Dollar. As of the current trading period, the Naira […]

  • Rivers Deputy Governor Joins APC

    By Ifunanya | January 5, 2026 | Comments Off on Rivers Deputy Governor Joins APC

    In a significant political development, Rivers State Deputy Governor Professor Ngozi Nma Odu has formally joined the All Progressives Congress (APC). The registration process was completed in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area (ONELGA) of the state, […]

  • Senator Akwashiki remains arrive Nigeria from India

    By Ifunanya | January 5, 2026 | Comments Off on Senator Akwashiki remains arrive Nigeria from India

    The remains of Senator Godiya Akwashiki, who represented Nasarawa North, arrived in Nigeria on Monday after passing away in India last Wednesday. A delegation of politicians, including the acting National Chairman of the Social Democratic […]

  • Venezuela US raid kills 80, including 32 Cubans

    By Ifunanya | January 5, 2026 | Comments Off on Venezuela US raid kills 80, including 32 Cubans

    A reported 80 people, including both soldiers and civilians, have been killed in a US military operation aimed at abducting Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, according to a senior Venezuelan official. The incident has sparked a […]

  • Linda Hamilton Stranger Things role sparks debate

    By Ifunanya | January 5, 2026 | Comments Off on Linda Hamilton Stranger Things role sparks debate

    A recent social media post has sparked debate about Linda Hamilton’s role in the final season of Stranger Things. The claim, made on January 1, 2026, described her appearance as unnecessary and labeled her character […]

  • Dollar rallies against euro and yen amid US economic indicators

    By Ifunanya | January 5, 2026 | Comments Off on Dollar rallies against euro and yen amid US economic indicators

    The US dollar has reached a 3-1/2-week high against the euro, despite ongoing tensions between the US and Venezuela. Currency traders are shifting their focus to upcoming US macroeconomic indicators, which are expected to influence […]

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