In a significant move to ease the economic burden on struggling Nigerians, the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a bold fiscal reform—exempting individuals earning less than ₦250,000 monthly from paying income tax.This landmark policy shift was announced by Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Committee on Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms, duringContinue reading "BREAKING: Tinubu Govt Exempts Low-Income Nigerians Earning Below ₦250,000 Monthly From Paying Income Tax"
BREAKING: Tinubu Brokers Truce Between Wike and Fubara — But At What Cost to Rivers People?
In a dramatic political twist, Nigerian Stories has reported via its official X handle that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has successfully brokered peace between the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, and Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State.The announcement comes after a closed-door meeting involving the President and both political heavyweights, who have been embroiledContinue reading "BREAKING: Tinubu Brokers Truce Between Wike and Fubara — But At What Cost to Rivers People?"
Outrage Over Police Pension: IGP Egbetokun Orders Probe After Retired SP Rejects ₦2 Million Retirement Pay For 35 Years Of Service
Sahara Reporters has taken to it's official X handle and announced that, In a stunning revelation that has sent shockwaves across the nation, a retired Superintendent of Police has exposed what he described as a disgraceful pension payout of just ₦2 million after 35 years of dedicated service to the Nigerian Police Force. The emotionalContinue reading "Outrage Over Police Pension: IGP Egbetokun Orders Probe After Retired SP Rejects ₦2 Million Retirement Pay For 35 Years Of Service"
“Nation Mourns Heroes: Nigerian Army Declares Three-Day Mourning for 17 Fallen Soldiers Slain in Niger Ambush”
In a solemn tribute to valour and sacrifice, the Nigerian Army has declared a three-day mourning period — from June 25 to June 27, 2025 — to honour the 17 brave soldiers who paid the ultimate price in a harrowing battle with armed bandits in Kwanar Dutse, Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State.The tragicContinue reading "“Nation Mourns Heroes: Nigerian Army Declares Three-Day Mourning for 17 Fallen Soldiers Slain in Niger Ambush”"
BREAKING: Tinubu Vetoes NDLEA Bill Over Controversial Clause on Crime Proceeds
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially withheld assent to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) Bill, 2025, igniting debate across the nation’s legal and anti-narcotics circles.The President’s rejection of the bill—already passed by both chambers of the National Assembly—was disclosed during Thursday’s plenary session in the House of Representatives. A letter conveying Tinubu’s decisionContinue reading "BREAKING: Tinubu Vetoes NDLEA Bill Over Controversial Clause on Crime Proceeds"
INEC Unveils August Bye-Elections, Kicks Off Nationwide Voter Registration Ahead of Anambra Guber Poll
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has ramped up preparations for key electoral activities across the country, as it continues strategic consultations with major political stakeholders. On Day 2 of its high-level engagements, the Commission met with leaders of all registered political parties to unveil critical updates on bye-elections, Continuous Voter Registration (CVR), and theContinue reading "INEC Unveils August Bye-Elections, Kicks Off Nationwide Voter Registration Ahead of Anambra Guber Poll"
Tragedy in Niger: Police Inspector on Special Duty Takes Own Life, Sparks Probe
A pall of grief has enveloped the Nigeria Police Force following the shocking suicide of an officer on special duty in Niger State.Inspector Bassey Asuquo, a dedicated officer attached to the 28 Police Mobile Force (PMF) based in Umuahia, Abia State, tragically ended his life while on special assignment in Sarkin-Pawa, Munya Local Government AreaContinue reading "Tragedy in Niger: Police Inspector on Special Duty Takes Own Life, Sparks Probe"
End of Terror: Zamfara Vigilantes Eliminate Notorious Bandit Leaders, Kacalla Maijikka and Me Dada, in Daring Ambush
In a bold and electrifying operation that has sent shockwaves through Zamfara’s criminal underworld, two of the state’s most dreaded bandit kingpins — Kacalla Maijikka and Me Dada — have been eliminated by local vigilantes in what many residents are hailing as a major breakthrough in the war against terror.The dramatic operation unfolded on WednesdayContinue reading "End of Terror: Zamfara Vigilantes Eliminate Notorious Bandit Leaders, Kacalla Maijikka and Me Dada, in Daring Ambush"
🔴 BREAKING: Court Sentences Murderer of Salome Adaidu to Death by Hanging in Abuja
In a landmark judgment that has stirred intense public interest, a High Court sitting in Abuja has sentenced the killer of Salome Adaidu to death by hanging, delivering long-awaited justice to the family and sympathizers of the slain young woman.The announcement was first made public by Nigerian Stories through its official handle on X (formerlyContinue reading "🔴 BREAKING: Court Sentences Murderer of Salome Adaidu to Death by Hanging in Abuja"
INEC Gears Up for Bye-Elections Nationwide — Ganye Constituency Among Key Battlegrounds
In a significant development for Nigeria's electoral landscape, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed its readiness to conduct outstanding bye-elections across the country, with Ganye Constituency in Adamawa State among the focal points. This announcement came from INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, during a consultative meeting with civil society organisations (CSOs) held atContinue reading "INEC Gears Up for Bye-Elections Nationwide — Ganye Constituency Among Key Battlegrounds"
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