144 Dead, 732 Injured as Earthquake Devastates Myanmar
A devastating earthquake hit Myanmar on Friday, causing widespread destruction and a rising death toll across the region. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) recorded the earthquake at a magnitude…
House of Reps Passes Bill to Restore Parliamentary System in Nigeria
A bill seeking to return Nigeria to a parliamentary system of government passed its second reading at the House of Representatives. The proposed legislation aims to establish the Prime Minister…
Military Clashes with Shi’ite Protesters in Abuja, Leaving Five Feared Dead
A violent confrontation erupted in Abuja when security forces opened fire on Shi’ite protesters during an International Quds Day procession. The deadly incident occurred near Banex Plaza in Wuse 2,…
FCTA Moves to Demolish Illegal Structures
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), in a move to enforce building regulations and maintain orderly development in the Federal Capital City, is embarking on joint site visits with Felix…
Abbey Mortgage Bank Reports N1.07bn Profit, Boosted by 66% Rise in Interest Income
Abbey Mortgage Bank Plc recorded a 23% increase in profit after tax, reaching N1.07bn for the 2024 financial year, compared to N871.3m. The bank’s audited financial statement, published on the…
Traders Storm Lagos Assembly to Protest Spare Parts Market Demolition
Hundreds of Owode Onirin Motor Spare Parts Market traders stormed the Lagos State House of Assembly on Thursday. They demanded an immediate halt to the ongoing demolition of their market…
Tinubu Marks 73rd Birthday with National Prayers, Seeks Divine Guidance for Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu will join fellow Muslims at the National Mosque in Abuja on Friday for a special prayer session. The prayer marks his 73rd birthday on Saturday and coincides…
Personal Income Tax for Wealthy Nigerians to Rise to 25% Under Tax Reform Bills
The Federal Government has projected an increase in Personal Income Tax (PIT) for high-income earners, rising from 18.6% to 25% once the Tax Reform Bills become law. Speaking at a…
Women Now Hold 35% of CBN Director Positions
Women now make up 35% of directors at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and hold half of its non-executive board positions. Speaking at the grand finale of the International…
Access ARM Pensions Revolutionizes Mortgage Support and Retirement Benefits
Access ARM Pensions Redefines Home Ownership and Financial Security Major Reforms to Improve Efficiency and Customer Experience Access ARM Pensions is making home ownership and financial security more accessible for…