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FG’s Crackdown on Hoarding and Price Fixing Amidst the burgeoning food crisis gripping the nation, the Federal Government (FG) has stepped up its efforts to alleviate the situation. President Bola Tinubu’s recent declaration signaling the government’s resolve to tackle the underlying causes of the crisis has galvanized action from regulatory entities such as the Federal…

REMITA CEO/Managing Director Mr. Deremi Atanda, revealed startling figures regarding the platform’s contribution to the federation account from 2015 to 2022. According to Atanda, REMITA played a pivotal role in channeling a staggering total revenue of N34.311 trillion during this period. This revelation underscores the platform’s significance in revenue management within Nigeria. The breakdown of…

Nigeria Labour Congress’s Proposal for N1m Minimum Wage In a recent interview on Arise television, Joe Ajaero, the President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), ignited a firestorm of controversy with his proposal for a staggering minimum wage of N1 million. This bold suggestion has sent shockwaves through various sectors of Nigerian society, sparking heated…

The Emir of Kano, during a recent engagement, implored the First Lady to convey the gravity of the situation to the President. Highlighting the escalating severity of the issue, the Emir emphasized that while hunger has been a longstanding challenge, its current magnitude demands urgent governmental attention. “The hunger and starvation in the land, though…

Encouraging Economic Growth: NCC’s Call to Ease Tax Burden on Telecom Companies The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) is advocating for a reduction in taxes imposed on telecom companies, signaling a pivotal move to spur economic growth within the industry. Aminu Wada Maida, the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, has underscored the potential deterrent effects…

Federal Government Arraigns Oladipupo Adebutu On Tuesday, the Federal Government took a drastic measure by initiating legal proceedings against Oladipupo Adebutu, the PDP gubernatorial candidate in the March 18, 2023 election, at the Ogun State High Court. The charges brought against Oladipupo Adebutu, which include money laundering and criminal inducement related to electoral activities, highlight…