The brief: More taxes; Nigeria’s show of strength; Kidnappers on rampage
Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed, says Nigerians will pay more taxes. This, she said, has been captured in the Finance Bill 2021. Gunmen in the late hours of Monday invaded the reidence of Mrs Seriya Raji, mother of Abdulkarim Jamiu Asuku, the Chief of Staff to Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State, […]
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Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed, says Nigerians will pay more taxes. This, she said, has been captured in the Finance Bill 2021.
Gunmen in the late hours of Monday invaded the reidence of Mrs Seriya Raji, mother of Abdulkarim Jamiu Asuku, the Chief of Staff to Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State, and whisked her away moments after she observed her evening (Ishai) prayer in a mosque within the house.
The diplomatic tension between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) deepened Monday as the authorities in the Middle East country reportedly ‘barred’ other airlines from bringing Nigerian passengers.
Nigerians To Pay More Taxes, Tariffs – FG
The Minister of Finance, Budget and National Planning, Zainab Ahmed, has said Nigerians will pay more taxes. She said this has been captured in the medium term as proposed in the Finance Bill 2021.
“While these issues may require modest increases in taxes and tariffs on certain businesses, sectors, industries and individuals over the medium term, this administration remains committed to continuous dialogue and engagement with all stakeholders and interest groups.”
Traveller Shot Dead, Many Abducted As Bandits Block Kaduna-Zaria Highway
At least one person was shot dead while dozens of travellers were abducted when bandits blocked the Kaduna-Zaria highway in Kaduna State.
Daily Trust reports that the incident happened around Mawai village also known as Gonar Magajin Gari, on Monday night.
Gunmen Abduct Mother Of Yahaya Bello’s Chief Of Staff
Mrs Seriya Raji, mother of Abdulkarim Jamiu Asuku, the Chief of Staff to Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State, has been abducted.
Daily Trust gathered that gunmen invaded her residence in Adavi Local Government Area of the State on Monday night.
PODCAST: Is The Presidency’s Response To Insecurity Satisfactory?
There have been a series of attacks in the country in recent times. People have been affected on the roads, in the farms, in worship places, and even in their homes.
This trend made Daily Trust write an editorial on the President’s response to critical issues, particularly on security. Click this link to listen to the podcast.
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Senators, Reps Get N17bn As Running Cost Annually—Lawan
Members of the National Assembly receive N17bn annually as running costs.
This covers the costs of their local/international travel, consultancy services, medical services, office stationery/computers, consumables, books, newspapers, magazines, maintenance of motor vehicles and office equipment, among others.
Nigeria Needs 702 Additional Pediatric Surgeons – FG
The federal government says the country is in need of additional 702 pediatric surgeons to adequately cater for the surgical needs of children.
The Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire, stated this Monday at the National Surgical, Obstetrics, Anaesthesia and Nursing Plan (NSOANP) programme for Nigeria, and cleft stakeholders’ forum organized by Smile Train in Abuja.
Nigeria, UAE Lose Millions Daily As Diplomatic Row Deepens
The diplomatic tension between Nigeria and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) deepened Monday as the authorities in the Middle East country reportedly ‘barred’ other airlines from bringing Nigerian passengers.
This is just as both countries began to count their losses following the restrictions imposed on the UAE carrier, Emirates, by the federal government.
FG To Pocket N227bn As MTN, Mafab Win 5G Licence
Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) has declared MTN Nigeria and Mafab Communications winners of the two slots of the 3.5GHz spectrum auction for the Fifth Generation (5G) network licenses for a total fee of $546m or N226.6 billion at N415/$ exchange rate.
The bids ended at $273 million for each, according to Professor Umar Danbatta, Executive Vice-Chairman, NCC and overseer of the auction.
Annie Idibia: You Become A Terrible Person Once You Don’t Give Those Who Feel Entitled
Nollywood actress, Annie Idibia, has said family members and friends who feel entitled turn against people when their expectations are not met.
Annie made this comment on her Instagram story where she reposted a video on how money can destroy a family, especially when it comes to borrowing.