Air Accident Nigeria Top Story

Abuja Airport disrupted as Allied Air cargo plane skids off runway

The Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja experienced significant disruption on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, after an Allied Air cargo plane skidded off the runway. The incident led to the temporary closure of the airport, causing widespread flight delays and cancellations. According to reports, the plane, with registration number 5N-JRT, veered off the runway during Read More…

Business Taxes & Duties Top Story

RMAFC position on VAT sharing formula sparks debate

The debate surrounding Nigeria’s Value Added Tax (VAT) sharing formula has deepened following the recent clarification by Taiwo Oyedele, Chairman of the Presidential Fiscal Policy and Tax Reforms Committee. In a press statement, Oyedele responded to the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission’s (RMAFC) position on the proposed VAT distribution formula, emphasizing the need for Read More…

Metro Politics Top Story

Rhodes-Vivour hints at another gubernatorial bid, criticises Lagos spending

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the Labour Party’s gubernatorial candidate in the 2023 Lagos State elections, has hinted at another potential run for the state’s top job. In a recent interview, Rhodes-Vivour expressed his intention to remain active in politics and learn from past experiences. “By God’s grace, we are working,” Rhodes-Vivour said. “We are learning from our Read More…

Health Metro Top Story

Lagos healthcare workers embark on three-day warning strike

Healthcare workers in Lagos State have commenced a three-day warning strike, disrupting essential medical services across the state. The strike, which began on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, is a result of the government’s failure to implement adjusted salary structures for health workers. The strike action was initiated by the Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU), which Read More…