President Bola Tinubu President Bola Tinubu, in his New Year’s message to Nigerians, outlined the country’s economic outlook for 2026, his administration’s plan for strengthening national security, and the controversial new tax laws, among other issues. Following is the full text: Fellow Compatriots, I welcome you all to 2026, with gratitude to God and confidence […]
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By Obiageli ‘Oby’ Ezekwesili As a practitioner in economic policy, I am naturally disposed to support tax reforms that strengthen growth, equity, fiscal sustainability, and state capacity—without compromising core principles of taxation or the credibility and legitimacy of the lawmaking process. Unfortunately, the Nigerian Tax Reform Act—as currently handled—suffers a deficit of both policy coherence […]
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By; Steve Otaloro History is often kind only to leaders who dare-leaders, whose ideas stretch beyond the convenience of the present and into the demands of the future. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has firmly placed himself in this category. His administration’s bold plan to construct Africa’s first underwater vehicular tunnel in Lagos is more than […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo All Progressives Congress governorship candidate in the coming Osun State’s election, Bola Oyebamiji (AMBO) has promised a people-oriented government if elected. In his New Year message, he promised a government where every sector works for the benefit of all, regardless of political, cultural or religious affiliations. He said, “As the candidate […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo Osun Amotekun Corps Commander, Dr Adekunle Omoyele, has assured of better security for the state in the New Year. In his New Year message, he congratulated the people and wished them good health, peace, and prosperity. He assured them that the corps is determined to proving effective security, safety to all […]
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By John Dike, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has described the year 2026 as a defining period of victory, prosperity and democratic consolidation for the state, as preparations intensify for the governorship election scheduled for August 8. The governor made the declaration in his New Year message to the people of Osun State on […]
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By Bunmi Adebayo With joy in my heart, I want to welcome you to the year 2026. The year of the Lord, and the year of your manifestation. Thank God for His mercy that preserved you, and your loved ones, and which saw you through the year 2025. You might have had it tough, and […]
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By Banji Ayoola Now the battle rages, everything has got to the boiling point. Everything in man, whether good or evil, is being gripped, activated, strengthened and attracted by the powerful rays of Light now here. And pouring in with a great intensity never ever experienced on earth. Every quality in every human being living […]
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The ancient town of Idanre, on Tuesday night, bubbled with music, colour and raw cultural pride as the Mare Festival made a return after nine years, drawing thousands of residents and visitors for the grand finale of the 2025 edition. For hours, Ondo State Governor, Dr Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, stood before an electrified crowd, absorbing […]
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By Oby Ezekwesili As a practitioner in economic policy, I am naturally disposed to support tax reforms that strengthen growth, equity, fiscal sustainability, and state capacity — without compromising core principles of taxation or the credibility and legitimacy of the lawmaking process. Unfortunately, the Nigerian Tax Reform Act — as currently handled — suffers a […]
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