Author: Ayobami Ogungbemi

The Federal Government has officially launched the National Electronic Fiscal System (EFS) to modernise tax administration, combat evasion, and improve transparency in Nigeria’s revenue collection. The initiative, driven by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), went live on August 1, 2025 following a successful pilot phase that began in November 2024. The EFS integrates an advanced electronic invoicing solution, known as the Merchant-Buyer Model (MBM), designed to streamline tax compliance while giving the FIRS real-time visibility into commercial transactions. First Phase Targets Large Taxpayers The rollout begins with large companies earning ₦5 billion and above annually, ensuring invoice authenticity, accuracy,…

Afrobeat sensation David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has presented his wife, Chioma, with a factory-iced Richard Mille wristwatch valued at $300,000 as a wedding gift. The luxury timepiece was unveiled during their white wedding celebration in Miami, United States, on Sunday. According to reports, the watch is one of several gifts Chioma will receive and marks her second Richard Mille wristwatch from Davido. In 2023, the singer also surprised her with luxury Birkin bags and a Richard Mille watch for her birthday. The couple’s highly anticipated white wedding follows their traditional wedding in Lagos in June 2024 and their…

Justine Madugu, head coach of Nigeria’s Super Falcons, has earned a prestigious nomination for the 2025 Ballon d’Or Women’s Team Coach of the Year award. The announcement, made on Thursday, positions Madugu among the world’s top football tacticians in women’s international football. This coveted nomination highlights Madugu’s exceptional contributions to the Nigerian women’s national team, particularly his tactical brilliance, motivational leadership, and the team’s outstanding performances on the global stage. A Milestone for Nigerian Women’s Football Madugu’s recognition comes at a time when Nigerian football is experiencing a significant rise in international prominence. Under his guidance, the Super Falcons not…

The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has introduced new restrictions on its NIN self-service modification portal, limiting account access to the original browser and device used during registration. In a statement released by Dr. Kayode Adegoke, Head of Corporate Communications, NIMC emphasized that each user’s account is now tied to a specific browser-device combination. Attempting to log in with a different setup or clearing browser cache may lock users out. “You are permitted a maximum of five unlock attempt requests. No further requests will be processed after this limit,” NIMC warned. These security measures aim to protect users’ identities and…

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has temporarily disabled access to the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results for school candidates due to the discovery of technical issues affecting some subjects. In an official statement released on Thursday, WAEC explained that the issue emerged during an internal post-result review. The statement, signed by Moyosola Adesina, the Acting Head of Public Affairs, revealed that the glitch was linked to a recently introduced innovation aimed at combating examination malpractice. Innovation Behind the Issue: Paper Serialisation WAEC noted that it had introduced a new system known as paper serialisation for…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved immediate pension increases and the launch of free healthcare for low-income retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). The order followed a briefing by PenCom Director-General, Ms. Omolola Oloworaran, at the State House, Abuja. Swift Rollout of Benefits According to Presidential Adviser Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu said retirees deserve dignity, support, and basic services after years of serving the nation. “The President directed the expedited rollout of the free healthcare initiative for low-income retirees under the CPS and called for the immediate implementation of pension increases and a minimum pension guarantee,” the statement read. Police…

Basirat Marshal, daughter of renowned Fuji icon Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, has spoken out in defense of her father following allegations that he breached aviation regulations by carrying alcohol aboard a commercial flight. What Really Happened: FAAN vs. K1 De Ultimate On Wednesday, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) alleged that the 68-year-old musician violated aviation protocols by bringing an alcoholic beverage aboard ValueJet Airlines Flight VK 201, a morning flight headed to Lagos. According to Obiageli Orah, FAAN’s spokesperson, the incident occurred during the boarding process and was flagged by flight attendants. The…

Representing Nigeria through the Nigerian Tulip International College (NTIC), Nafisa outperformed more than 20,000 participants from 69 countries—including students from native English-speaking nations—earning the top spot in a globally respected competition that tests English language skills, critical thinking, and communication. Global Recognition for Nigeria and Yobe State The TeenEagle competition is an internationally recognized academic contest designed to assess English proficiency among teens from both English and non-English-speaking countries. Nafisa’s historic win has not only brought pride to Nigeria but has also positioned Yobe State as a rising hub for academic excellence. Her remarkable achievement was confirmed in a statement…

The management of the Federal University Dutse (FUD) in Jigawa State has raised an urgent alert to the public, warning against a fraudulent website falsely claiming to handle admissions for the 2025/2026 academic session. In an official statement released on Tuesday by the institution’s Acting Director of Public Affairs, Alhaji Abdullahi Yahaya-Bello, the university emphasized that the admission process has not commenced, and the public should disregard any unofficial communication channels. According to Yahaya-Bello, a cloned version of the university’s website and a fake email address are currently being used by scammers to deceive prospective admission seekers into paying money…

Leadway Assurance has partnered with Ecobank Nigeria to launch a bancassurance initiative aimed at making insurance more accessible to Nigerians. The collaboration embeds insurance services into Ecobank’s banking operations, reaching employees, customers, and small business owners. Easy Access to Comprehensive Insurance Solutions Through this partnership, Ecobank customers can now access a range of Leadway insurance products, including: Trained product champions will be available in selected Ecobank branches to guide customers on policy options. Leaders Speak on the Vision Kikelomo Fischer, Director at Leadway, noted, “This is about bringing protection closer to people—right when and where they need it.” Adeola Ogunyemi…