Tag: Nigeria
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Bandits Burn Police Station, Attack Church, Kidnap Residents in Niger State
Overview of the Attacks In a brazen attack that has heightened insecurity in central Nigeria, bandits targeted public institutions and a place of worship in Niger State. Reports indicate that the Divisional Police Station in Agwara town, the administrative headquarters of Agwara Local Government Area, was set on fire by armed assailants. Local residents say…
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Mass Evictions in Lagos Displace Thousands, Including Baby Twins Living in a Canoe
Makoko’s Ground Zero: A City in Flux The mass evictions in Lagos’ historic Makoko area have displaced tens of thousands of residents, turning a vibrant water-bound community into a scramble for safety and shelter. As bulldozers rolled in, shattering the rhythm of daily life, families were forced to abandon homes built with scrap wood, corrugated…
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Bandits Burn Police Station, Raid Church, Kidnap in Niger State
Overview of the Attack In a brazen assault that has unsettled residents of Niger State, armed bandits attacked the Divisional Police Station in Agwara town, the headquarters of Agwara Local Government Area. Reports indicate the attackers set the police station ablaze before moving on to raid a local church and abduct several residents. The incident…
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Mass Evictions in Lagos: Thousands Displaced in Makoko, Including Baby Twins Now Living in a Canoe
Introduction: A city’s forced upheaval In Lagos, Nigeria, a shoreline community once celebrated for resilience is waking up to a new kind of dawn — one marked by mass evictions, shattered homes, and a rapid scramble for precarious shelter. Makoko, often described as Lagos’s floating slum, has long symbolized informal settlement challenges. When bulldozers arrived,…
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Mass Evictions in Lagos: Thousands Displaced from Makoko, Including Baby Twins Living in a Canoe
Overview: Evictions Reach Makoko, Lagos In Lagos, Nigeria, a wave of mass evictions has hit the historic fishing community of Makoko, forcing residents from their stilt houses and floating shanties. The unrest is not just about lost property; it’s about displacement, livelihoods, and the urgent need for shelter and services for families already living at…
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Kingsley Ibeh: From Bar Beginnings to Boxing Triumphs
From Humble Beginnings to a Ring of Resolve Kingsley Ibeh’s story reads like a blueprint for perseverance. Born in Nigeria and now known on the international boxing scene, Ibeh faced a series of early life challenges that could have derailed a younger version of himself. Yet he transformed hardship into a source of motivation, channeling…
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Ardova Plc Expands Access to Lubricants with AP Supermax Launch
Ardova Unveils AP Supermax: A Strategic Move into the Mass Market In a bid to broaden its footprint in Nigeria’s bustling downstream sector, Ardova Plc formally introduced a new lubricant product to its lineup during a high-profile ceremony in Lagos. The launch of AP Supermax marks a deliberate shift by the energy company to bring…
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Capital Gains Tax Backed for Nigerian Market Stability
Introduction: A Turning Point for Nigeria’s Investment Climate Nigeria is weighing a 25 percent capital gains tax on investment profits as part of broader fiscal and market-stability measures. Proponents argue that a well-structured capital gains tax (CGT) could reduce volatility, improve tax compliance, and create a more predictable investment environment. Critics warn about potential dampening…
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Capital Gains Tax Backed for Nigerian Market Stability: Experts Call for Prudent Implementation
Overview: A Proposed Tax to Stabilize the Nigerian Market The debate over a 25 percent capital gains tax on investment profits in Nigeria has gained significant attention from market participants and policymakers. Advocates argue that a well-structured capital gains tax (CGT) could dampen speculative trading, curb excessive volatility, and create a more predictable investment climate.…
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Pastor Kingsley Okonkwo’s Tattoo Sparks Online Debate
Contemporary Faith Meets Personal Expression A recent post from Nigerian faith leader and relationship coach, Kingsley Okonkwo, has triggered a wide-ranging online discussion about the boundaries between public ministry and personal choices. The lead pastor of David Christian Centre (DCC) shared a photo of a new tattoo on his Instagram, captioned simply “3:16.” The caption…