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The Arewa Youths Consultative Forum (AYCF) has vehemently condemned the recent volte-face by Northern Governors regarding the national tax reform bills.   According to the President General of the AYCF Yerima Shettima in a statement  made available on Friday,  after generating needless controversy and misleading the public, these governors have inexplicably capitulated to the reforms.   "The AYCF, from the outset, has maintained that these reforms, despite potential short-term challenges, are essential for Nigeria's overall development.  "We view the governors' actions as a betrayal of the trust placed in them, a demonstration of their incompetence in managing their states' affairs, and ultimately, a disservice to the Northern people. This press statement outlines our deep concerns and calls for accountability," the statement said. AYCF said that the Northern Governors initially presented a united front against the proposed tax reforms, cit...

*New state chairman  talks tough ahead 2027 A new executive committee of the New Nigerian People's Party (NNPP) Kaduna State, has emerged. This followed a compelling judgment of Abia State High Court,  Suit No HUZ/11/2024, which compelled INEC to hand over the administration of the party to the Board of Trustees (BOT), led by Dr. Boniface Okechikwu  Aniebonam, according to the party’s Constitution 2022 as amended. A statement signed by the NNPP Kaduna State  Publicity Secretary, Babale Gwalo  said that the new executive emerged after the Kaduna State Congress of the party held at the Aso Motel, on Thursday January 16, 2025 "We are abiding to directives from the national secretariat of our great party NNPP, which was conveyed in a memo signed by our National Secretary, Comrade Oginni Olaposi Sunday, dated 26th  of December, 2024. "The memo informed that the   Independent National Electoral Commission ( INEC) has been notified of the dat...

  A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Zamfara State, Alhaji Yazid Shehu-Danfulani has donated 20 cars to the party leaders, supporters in the state. Danfulani who is the Former State Commissioner for Commerce and Industry while speaking at the presentation of the vehicles to the beneficiaries in Gusau on Thursday said the gesture is aimed at supporting the party leaders and supporters in recognition of their performance towards promoting the party in the state. "This is my personal donation to some of our party members who have been working for the development of our great party," he said. He appealed to people of the state to continue to support President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Minister of State for Defence, Hon. Bello Muhammed Matawalle in an effort to restore peace and stability in the State, North West and Nigeria in general. Danfulani called on APC members in the state to continue to be united and remained committed towards building the part...

By;  AKUTAH AKUTAH When Dr. Mrs. Oluwatoyin Madein FCCA, Ph.D. was appointed as the Accountant-General of the Federation on May 18th, 2023, she drew upon her wealth of experience and hindsight to drive institutional reforms in Nigeria. With unwavering determination and equanimity, she set out to revolutionize the country's financial system, bringing sanity and transparency to the forefront. With an illustrious career spanning over 32 years, Dr. Madein has evolved into a trailblazing figure in the national and international financial sector. Her exceptional qualities, coupled with her refined intellectual prowess, have earned her recognition as a leading expert in her field. As the Chief Accounting Officer of the Federation, Dr. Madein's primary focus was on establishing a robust accounting system across all departments of the nation's treasury. Her exemplary supervision of public revenue receipts and federal government expenditures garnered the respect and confi...

The Economic Situation Room, a coalition of 48 civil society groups in Nigeria, has warned that the Federal Government's failure to release funds for completed contracts under the 2024 capital budget is having a devastating impact on businesses and the economy. According to the group, the government's inaction is crippling businesses, perpetuating hardship among Nigerians and bringing economic activity to a grinding halt. In a statement signed by its national coordinator, Dr. Abraham Attah, the group lamented that many businesses are on the brink of collapse due to the government's inability to fulfil its contractual obligations. Attah noted that the situation is exacerbated by the government's poor budgeting and lack of transparency, which undermines confidence in the economy. "We are sounding the alarm on the devastating consequences of the Federal Government's failure to release funds for completed contracts under the 2024 capital budget," h...

*Honored as Our Legislative Gold Star Award Recipient By; DAYO ISRAEL Leadership is not just about holding positions of power; it’s about leaving a legacy of meaningful contributions that uplift lives and transform communities. Senator Abdulaziz Yari, a trailblazing political figure from Talata Mafara in Zamfara State, embodies this ethos. Today, as we honor him with the Legislative Gold Star Award for Community Impact, we celebrate not only his achievements but also his enduring dedication to public service. Senator Yari is a man of influence, resilience, and enduring relevance in Nigeria’s political landscape. Beyond the corridors of power, Senator Abdulaziz Yari has consistently demonstrated what it means to serve the people. His approach to governance and leadership is deeply rooted in compassion, community development, and a desire to create lasting change. In November 2023, Senator Yari launched a groundbreaking health initiative that addressed a critical need in Zamf...