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Ifunanya Okafor28 January 2026

Minnesota Congresswoman Ilhan Omar was targeted with an unknown substance during an event she hosted on Tuesday, after an audience member used a syringe to spray liquid at her, Minneapolis police reported. Omar was unharmed and continued her remarks. “I’m ok. I’m a survivor, so this small agitator isn’t going to intimidate me from doing […]

Ifunanya Okafor28 January 2026

From January 1, 2026, Nigeria’s new tax laws will take effect, offering a wide range of exemptions and reliefs aimed at easing the burden on low-income earners, average taxpayers, and small businesses. These measures are designed to improve welfare and promote the growth of small-scale enterprises. Personal Income Tax (PAYE) Individuals earning the national minimum […]

Ifunanya Okafor28 January 2026

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The Senate has received 24 health sector bills transmitted by President Bola Tinubu for legislative consideration, in accordance with Section 58(2) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The proposed legislations were conveyed in a letter to the Senate and formally read during plenary by the Senate President, Senator Godswill Akpabio. President Tinubu […]

Ifunanya Okafor28 January 2026

As an Amazon Associate, Edupreneur earns from qualifying purchases. In an increasingly digital world, the challenge for parents and educators is finding engaging ways to teach critical life skills. While apps and online games have their place, the classic board game Monopoly – particularly the edition that includes Fan Vote Community Chest Cards – remains […]

Ifunanya Okafor27 January 2026

Residents of Gidan Waya in Lere Local Government Area of Kaduna State have accused bandits of refusing to release 13 villagers abducted despite the payment of a ₦40 million ransom, leaving the community in hunger and despair. The Chairman of the Gidan Waya Elders Forum, Mallam Rabo Sambo, made the disclosure on Monday during a […]

Ifunanya Okafor27 January 2026

The Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Community Engagement (North West), Alhaji Abdullahi Tanko Yakasai, has reiterated the President’s commitment to delivering extensive infrastructural development across the country, with particular focus on the North-West region. Yakasai made the statement in Gusau on Tuesday while leading members of the National Media Tour on an […]

Ifunanya Okafor26 January 2026

A dispute has surfaced between the House of Representatives and its Minority Caucus over an ad hoc committee investigating alleged changes to Nigeria’s tax laws. Afam Ogene, chairman of the Minority Caucus ad hoc committee, warned on Sunday that dismissing the committee’s interim report would encourage impunity and undermine the authority of the National Assembly. […]

Ifunanya Okafor26 January 2026

It’s not just investors who have been buying up gold. Last year, central banks added hundreds of tons of bullion to their reserves, according to the World Gold Council. “There’s a very clear shift away from the US dollar, which is benefiting gold immensely,” said Kavalis. The start of this year has seen gold continue […]

Ifunanya Okafor25 January 2026

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has discontinued the special concessions and registration procedures previously extended to candidates living with albinism for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), citing widespread abuse and examination malpractice. JAMB Registrar, Prof. Isaq Oloyede, disclosed that the decision followed findings that some individuals exploited the privilege by using […]

Ifunanya Okafor24 January 2026

The Minister of State for Industry, Senator John Owan, has urged Nigeria to drastically cut its reliance on imports and deliberately harness its large population for productive industrial activity, warning that population size alone does not translate into economic growth. Speaking at the Redeemed Christian Church of God Lagos Province 35 Economic Summit on Saturday, […]