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Why North Is Against Tax Reform Bill

Why North Is Against Tax Reform Bill - Agbakoba

A former president of the Nigeria Bar Association (NBA), Olisa Agbakoba, has said the North’s grouse against the Tax Reform Bill is well founded. Agbakoba (SAN) said the North was used to a revenue-sharing formula with clear principles, unlike what the Tax Reform Bill is proposing. In a statement on Monday, he explained that Nigeria … Read more

Mothers Circle Calls For Unity Amid Nigeria’s Challenges

Mothers Circle Calls For Unity Amid Nigeria’s Challenges

The Mothers Circle, a covenant community of women clergy and leaders, has emphasised the need for unity, collaboration, and transparency in addressing Nigeria’s challenges. At the Yuletide 2024 event held yesterday in Abuja, themed, “Unity,” the  convener, Mrs. Obii Pax-Harry, delivered a heartfelt charge to attendees, including faith leaders, women clergy, and other distinguished guests. … Read more

US Fed officials see inflation fight as broadly on track

US Fed officials see inflation fight as broadly on track

Fed Governor Christopher Waller said he was leaning toward another rate cut in December. Photo: Sarah Silbiger / GETTY IMAGES NORTH AMERICA/Getty Images via AFPSource: AFP The US appears on track to hit its long-term target of two percent inflation despite a recent uptick, two Federal Reserve officials said Monday, with one indicating support for … Read more

Tinubu Arrives In South Africa After France Visit

Tinubu Arrives In South Africa After France Visit

President Bola Tinubu has arrived in South Africa to co-chair the 11th session of the Nigeria-South Africa Bi-National Commission alongside President Cyril Ramaphosa. Henzodaily reports that the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Public Engagement, Frederick Nwabufo, made this known in a terse statement via X on Tuesday. The Presidential aide said Tinubu was received … Read more

GDP Growth Doesn’t Mean Prosperity

GDP Growth Doesn’t Mean Prosperity

The Nigerian government has once again rolled out its familiar narrative of economic success. This time, it celebrates a 3.46% GDP growth in the third quarter of 2024, lauding it as a triumph of its economic policies. Ministers and officials take turns praising the achievement, while the president tweets about a bright future ahead. But … Read more

Junk Foods That Are Good For You

Junk Foods That Are Good For You

POPCORN Popcorn is often dismissed as just a snack, but it’s actually loaded with polyphenol antioxidants, which help protect your cells. This puffed treat also contains important nutrients such as magnesium, potassium, and zinc.   NUT BUTTERS Nut butters might have a higher fat content compared to other spreads, but they come with a variety … Read more