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Tinubu Won’t Cancel Tax Credit Scheme Initiated By Buhari – Umahi: Minister Upholds Critical Road Construction Strategy
Tinubu Won’t Cancel Tax Credit Scheme Initiated By Buhari – Umahi: Minister Upholds Critical Road Construction Strategy
In a decisive stance against recent criticisms, Minister of Works, David Umahi, firmly asserts that President Bola Tinubu remains steadfast in his support for the Tax Credit Scheme initiated by former President Muhammadu Buhari, dispelling speculations suggesting its cancellation…….CONTINUE READING....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Umahi’s resolute declaration came following a crucial meeting with Zaccheus Adedeji, the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), where they discussed the scheme’s validity amidst recent controversies.
The Tax Credit Scheme, a groundbreaking strategy for financing road construction, has faced scrutiny, particularly from Adedeji, who labeled it as illegal and advocated for its discontinuation. However, Umahi rebuffed these claims, emphasizing Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to utilizing corporate taxes for infrastructure development.
Addressing concerns raised by Adedeji, Umahi underscored the scheme’s significant benefits and its alignment with the Executive Order No. 007 of 2019 issued by the Federal Government of Nigeria. This order provided a structured framework for implementing the scheme, ensuring accountability and transparency in project execution.
Moreover, Umahi outlined a collaborative effort between himself and the FIRS Chairman to present a unified proposal to President Tinubu, outlining measures to address identified shortcomings and enhance the program’s effectiveness. This joint initiative aims to streamline operations and optimize resource allocation, ultimately fostering accelerated infrastructure development nationwide.
In a bid to enhance accountability and efficiency, Umahi disclosed plans to terminate non-performing contracts, signaling a commitment to prioritizing results-driven strategies in infrastructure delivery.
With Tinubu’s steadfast support and proactive measures outlined by Umahi, the Tax Credit Scheme remains a cornerstone of Nigeria’s infrastructure development agenda, poised to drive sustainable growth and socio-economic progress across the nation.
Gospel singer Kehinde Adegbodu has spoken publicly about the sudden death of his twin brother, Taiwo Adegbodu, shedding light on the events leading up to the tragedy.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Reports indicate that Taiwo, a member of the gospel group Adegbodu Twins, passed away in late February. At the time, Kehinde confirmed the heartbreaking news but did not disclose the circumstances surrounding his brother’s death.
About a week later, Kehinde shared more details with visitors who came to their family home in Ibadan to offer condolences.
He revealed that Taiwo had not been suffering from any illness prior to the incident. On the night before his death, both brothers followed their usual routine. After their evening prayers around 9 p.m., they went to separate rooms to rest.
Later that night, Taiwo reportedly went to Kehinde’s room complaining of chest pain. The incident occurred around 10:55 p.m., prompting Kehinde to rush him to the hospital for urgent care.
Tragically, Taiwo’s condition deteriorated rapidly, and he passed away just minutes after arriving at the hospital.
Kehinde recounted: “He came to knock at my door at 10:55 p.m., saying he was having chest pains. I drove him to the hospital immediately, but he died a few minutes later. He was never sick.
“We went to our separate rooms after our usual nightly prayers at 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 28.”
The Sokoto State Government has approved the early payment of March salaries for workers ahead of the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Governor Ahmed Aliyu authorized the payments to begin on Friday, March 13, 2026, to ensure workers can meet their needs during the festive period.
The announcement was made in a statement by Abubakar Bawa, Director-General of Media and Publicity at the Government House in Sokoto.
The payment will cover employees in the state civil service, local government councils, staff of the Local Government Education Authority, and pensioners across the state.
The governor also urged civil servants to remain responsible and committed in their duties, emphasizing that punctuality, dedication, honesty, and hard work are essential in supporting the government’s development efforts.
He highlighted that civil servants play a vital role in implementing his administration’s development plans, which form part of the Nine-Point Smart Innovative Agenda aimed at improving living standards and strengthening the state’s economy.
The statement further noted that since taking office, the administration has continued to pay salaries on time, cleared outstanding gratuities left by the previous government, and ensured regular pension payments.
Additionally, the government has restored monthly imprests to ministries, departments, and agencies to support their effective operations.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has reached a major milestone at Aston Villa, recording his 100th win in charge and becoming the fastest manager in the club’s history to do so.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
According to BBC Sport, the landmark came following Villa’s victory over Lille OSC in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League round-of-16 tie.
Emery achieved 100 wins in just 181 matches, giving him a 55.2% win rate—the highest of any manager in Aston Villa’s history, surpassing the previous record set by former boss Ron Saunders.
Saunders took four seasons to reach the same milestone and is still celebrated for guiding Villa back to the top flight, winning two League Cups, capturing the 1980–81 First Division title, and leading the club to their famous 1982 European Cup triumph.
Among Premier League managers during Emery’s tenure, only Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta have recorded more victories, with 137 and 118 wins, respectively.
Fastest Managers to Reach 100 Premier League Wins:
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Pep Guardiola – 134 matches
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José Mourinho – 142 matches
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Jürgen Klopp – 159 matches
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Alex Ferguson – 162 matches
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Mikel Arteta – 169 matches
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Arsène Wenger – 179 matches
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Rafael Benítez – 181 matches
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Claudio Ranieri – 187 matches
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Mauricio Pochettino – 197 matches
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Kenny Dalglish – 197 matches
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