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Nigeria @64: Oando Boss, Wale Tinubu, Urges Nigerians to work together 

 

As Nigeria celebrates her 64th Independence anniversary, the Group Chief Executive of Oando group, Mr. Wale Tinubu, has enjoined the citizens to work together for the growth of the country.

 

In a statement posted on his social media handles, Mr. Tinubu wrote:

 

‘’Stitch by Stitch, We Weave Our Nation’s Tapestry.

 

As we celebrate Nigeria’s 64th Independence Day, we reflect on the journey that has brought us this far. Like a tapestry woven with care and precision, our nation is a beautiful blend of diverse cultures, resilient spirits, and bold aspirations.

 

Today, we honour the past, celebrate the present, and look forward to a future filled with promise. Let us continue to work together, stitch by stitch, building a nation that is vibrant, inclusive, and unafraid to dream big.

 

Happy Independence Day, Nigeria!

 

 

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Tax Acts: Group back NASS on re-gazetting, described alleged alterations as “baseless”

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A coalition of civil society organisations under the banner of The Patriots has dismissed claims that the Tax Acts 2025 were altered after passage by the National Assembly, describing the allegations as unfounded and misleading.
In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja by Muhammad E. Dauda, the group said its independent review of legislative records showed no material discrepancies between the laws passed by the National Assembly and the harmonised versions of the Acts.
The Patriots noted that the Votes and Proceedings of 28 May 2025 of both the Senate and the House of Representatives remain the authoritative records of parliamentary decisions on the Tax Acts, stressing that these documents were published on 29 May 2025 and have been in the public domain since then.
According to the group, a careful examination of the harmonised clean copies of the Acts, the Votes and Proceedings, and the Conference Committee Reports revealed that allegations of post-passage alterations “do not hold water.”
Reacting to claims that multiple versions of the Acts appeared in the Official Gazette, The Patriots clarified that gazetting is an administrative and ministerial function, not a legislative one.
They explained that gazetting merely gives public notice to laws already validly enacted and cannot amend, alter, or rewrite legislation approved by the National Assembly.
The coalition cited several court decisions to support its position, including AGF v. Guardian Newspapers Ltd (1989) and AG Lagos State v. AG Federation (1986), which affirm that administrative publications cannot change the substance of laws duly passed by the legislature.
It also referenced AG Ondo State v. AG Federation (2002), which upholds parliamentary intent as reflected in official legislative records over clerical or administrative errors.
While acknowledging that allegations of legislative alteration are serious, The Patriots maintained that the burden of proof rests on those making such claims, adding that no evidence has been presented to justify doubts over the validity of the Tax Acts.
The group commended the leadership of the National Assembly for its decision to re-gazette the Tax Acts in their correct form, describing the move as lawful, appropriate, and sufficient to address public concerns.
It warned that calls for suspension of implementation, repeal, or fresh re-enactment of the laws were constitutionally unsound and could create unnecessary legal and fiscal uncertainty for the country.
The Patriots also praised the directive to the Clerk of the National Assembly to issue Certified True Copies (CTCs) of the Acts to members of the public on request, noting that the step would enhance transparency, legal clarity, and public confidence in the legislative process.
The Coalition urged Nigerians to respect parliamentary records, support the re-gazetting exercise, and avoid narratives that undermine democratic institutions.
“These submissions are made in the best interest of the country, its citizens, and the promotion of good governance,” the statement added.

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Torrent of awards for Foreign Affairs Minister, Yusuf Tuggar

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There has been downpour of awards for Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Tuggar, for his exceptional performance as a minister.
Last Wednesday, Tuggar was honoured with the Business Day Excellence in Public Service Award, an annual recognition for top-performing public officials.
He received award at a ceremony held at The Blanc Event Hall, Central Business District, Abuja.

The 7th edition of the award ceremony drew prominent figures from both the public and private sectors, including former President Goodluck Jonathan, represented by former Senate President, Senator Anyim Pius Anyim.

Other recipients included the Minister of Information, Alhaji Mohammed Idris; and NiMET DG, Prof. Charles Anosike, among several other distinguished public sector leaders.

The Publisher of Business Day, Frank Aigbogun, said the awards celebrate federal ministers, agency heads, and senior public officials who demonstrate exemplary leadership, policy innovation, operational excellence, and effective stakeholder engagement.

He noted that honourees are assessed not only on their achievements but also on the processes that produced them, including transparency, sustainability, and coalition-building.

Aigbogun added that despite the country’s economic challenges and the urgency to fulfil President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, many public officials have shown resilience, creativity, and strong commitment to delivering on their mandates.

This is the second awards the minister would receive under three weeks; few weeks ago, the brilliant minister, who could be considered as number one public image officer for Nigeria, was announced as one of the most performed ministers in the present regime.

These awards and recognition have not come based on bias but for his exceptional and outstanding performance in projecting the country image especially in this trying period.

There is no gainsaying the fact that the extremely talented minister has assumed the position of the number one public relations officer for Nigeria , traversing the world and polishing the image of the country.

 

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Ogun East APC Reaffirms Strong Confidence in Senator Daniel

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Ogun East APC endorses Senator Gbenga Daniel

Ogun East APC endorses Senator Gbenga Daniel with a confidence vote, praising his development efforts and pledging full support ahead of future elections

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