The Federal Government has directed all commercial banks, microfinance institutions and fintech platforms to begin the collection and remittance of a 7.5 per cent Value-Added Tax (VAT)on selected electronic banking service fees. The directive, which takes effect on Monday, January 19, 2026, applies to charges incurred on electronic transactions rather than the actual amount being […] The post Banks, Fintechs To Start Deduction Of 7.5% VAT Charges On Cash Transfers, USSD From Monday appeared first on Naija News.
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Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has recalled his frequent conversations about marriage with his son, Gbolahan, saying they have the same spec for women. Naija News reports that Adeleke’s son and his wife, Damilola Adio, had their traditional wedding ceremony in Lagos State last weekend. In a video from the event that is making the […] The post ‘This Is Not Your Spec’ – Adeleke Talks About Son’s Choice Of Wife appeared first on Naija News.
A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in Katsina State, Mustapha Inuwa, has alleged that one of the local government councils in the state earmarked ₦300 million in its 2026 budget to pay suspected bandits. According to the Guardian, Inuwa, who made the allegation during an interview, claimed that several councils grappling with insecurity […] The post ADC Chieftain Alleges Katsina LG Budgeted ₦300 Million To Pay Bandits appeared first on Naija News.
Morocco booked their place in the final of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Wednesday night after edging past the Super Eagles of Nigeria in a tense semi-final decided by penalties, following 120 minutes of goalless football. Naija News reports that the highly competitive encounter saw both sides cancel each other out in regulation […] The post ‘We Suffered Against Nigeria’ – Morocco Coach Regragui Speaks After AFCON Semi-final Victory appeared first on Naija News.
Veteran Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as KWAM 1, has petitioned the Ogun State Executive Council, seeking the nullification of the January 12, 2026, nomination exercise for the vacant Awujale of Ijebuland stool. Naija News reports that Ayinde alleged that he and other eligible members of the Fusengbuwa ruling house were unlawfully excluded from […] The post KWAM 1 Petitions Ogun Govt, Seeks Nullification Of Awujale Nomination Exercise appeared first on Naija News.
Tragedy struck Kabe Community in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State as bandits shot dead a 75-year-old woman, Amina Abu-Shaki, the wife of the Sarkin Noma of the community. The elderly woman was reportedly killed during a violent attack on the community by armed bandits who invaded the area at about 8pm on Tuesday, […] The post Bandits Kill 75-year-old Woman, Four Others In Fresh Niger Attacks appeared first on Naija News.
Six persons were injured on Wednesday following a suspected bomb explosion in Mubang village, Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State, local authorities have confirmed. The Chairman of Hong Local Government Area, Usman Inuwa, told Punch that the attack was believed to have been carried out by Boko Haram insurgents, who had earlier attacked the […] The post Six Injured In Suspected Boko Haram Bomb Attack In Adamawa Village appeared first on Naija News.
Morocco goalkeeper Yassine Bounou has paid tribute to the Super Eagles for what he described as a very strong display during Wednesday night’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) semi-final, following Nigeria’s painful exit on penalties. Naija News reports that the tie finished goalless after 120 minutes at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdellah, with Morocco eventually […] The post Morocco Goalie Hails Super Eagles As European Clubs Rally Behind Nigeria After AFCON Semi-final Exit appeared first on Naija News.
The Federal Government has commended the Super Eagles for their performance and resilience at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), despite their penalty shootout defeat to Morocco in the semi-finals on Wednesday. The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, conveyed the government’s message of appreciation in a statement on Thursday, acknowledging the […] The post FG Commends Super Eagles For Resilience After AFCON Defeat appeared first on Naija News.
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has approved a minor reshuffle in his cabinet, leading to the redeployment of some commissioners across key ministries. Naija News reports that the changes were announced in Asaba through a statement issued by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Kingsley Emu. Under the new arrangement, Michael Anoka has been […] The post Oborevwori Reshuffles Cabinet, Redeploys Commissioners appeared first on Naija News.
