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Shettima Tells Ministers, Agency Chiefs: Be Honest About Government Reforms.
Vice President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday evening urged ministers, heads of ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs), and senior government officials to actively communicate the achievements of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, with particular emphasis on the benefits and long-term impact of ongoing tax reforms.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Shettima stressed that officials must counter misinformation about the reforms, explaining that the policies are intended to strengthen Nigeria’s economic foundation rather than harm the poor, as critics allege.
Speaking on behalf of President Tinubu at an interfaith breaking of fast for members of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) and MDA leaders at the State House, Abuja, the Vice President noted that the political season is approaching and government officials must clearly convey the administration’s policies to Nigerians.
“We are all political animals,” he said, calling on government officials to take responsibility for promoting the administration’s accomplishments.
“We must sell our government. Those spreading false narratives that tax reforms are meant to oppress the poor are mistaken. It is our duty to educate Nigerians, communicate the truth, and explain the benefits of these policies,” Shettima added.
Illustrating the reforms’ revenue potential, he compared Nigeria with South Africa. With a population of roughly 60 million—less than a quarter of Nigeria’s estimated 247 million—South Africa generates about ₦60 trillion annually from personal income tax alone, while Nigeria collects only ₦3 trillion. Shettima said this gap highlights the immense opportunities effective tax reforms could unlock for the country.
He recalled that the Tinubu administration inherited a fragile economy nearly three years ago but has since implemented bold reforms yielding positive results. Quoting Abigail Adams, he emphasized that leadership and character are forged in challenging times.
“When President Tinubu took office about 1,010 days ago, our foreign reserves were just around $3 billion—not even enough to import fuel for a month,” he said, praising the President’s courage in enacting far-reaching reforms that have stabilized the economy.
Shettima commended Tinubu as a leader who studies and practices power, showing courage in making tough decisions, and acknowledged the autonomy granted to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in executing its responsibilities.
“Posterity will be kind to you,” he told the CBN governor.
According to the Vice President, the reforms have helped Nigeria reach a critical turning point. “Three years on, the economy has rebounded. We have crossed the Rubicon and are on a path to sustained growth,” he said.
He also thanked the FEC members and senior officials for supporting the administration through difficult policy decisions.
“In times of tough reforms, you chose the country over comfort. You engaged constructively, provided scrutiny without sabotage, and proved that democracy works best when government institutions compete to serve the people,” Shettima said.
Emphasizing unity in governance, the Vice President warned that nations fail not due to hardship, but when distrust and suspicion dominate.
“Nations do not fracture because of hardship; they fracture when suspicion becomes the national language and the politics of ‘us vs. them’ overshadows the promise of ‘we’,” he said, noting the diverse religious, ethnic, and regional representation at the gathering as a reflection of Nigeria’s unity.
Describing Nigeria as the “greatest black nation on earth,” Shettima highlighted the country’s growing population—currently about 247 million and projected to become the world’s third most populous nation by 2050—as a call for effective governance and sustainable policies.
Reflecting on the significance of the Ramadan fast, he said sharing food during the fast-breaking symbolizes humility and service in leadership.
“This table is a lesson in perspective. It strips power of arrogance and graces leadership with humility,” Shettima said, noting that President Tinubu shared the same simple meal, demonstrating that true authority lies in faithful service to the people.
“Shedding arrogance and embracing humility reminds us that governance, like fasting, must be anchored in sincerity, sacrifice, and compassion for those living far from comfort,” he added.
An officer of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has been arrested for allegedly firing gunshots into the air during a confrontation with traders at Kubwa Market in Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The officer, identified as Onoja Samuel, reportedly arrived at the market armed with a pistol following allegations that some traders had assaulted his wife.
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Mohammed Sanusi, disclosed the incident while addressing journalists at the command on Wednesday, Naija News reports.
Sanusi said the police received a distress call from Kubwa Market, located in the Bwari Area Council, reporting that a man was shooting into the air.
Following the report, officers attached to the Kubwa Police Division were deployed to the scene, where they arrested the suspect.
According to the police commissioner, preliminary investigations revealed that Samuel holds the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Corps (DSC) in the NSCDC.
He explained that the officer allegedly fired several shots during an argument with the traders.
“During the ensuing argument with the traders, Onoja Samuel, who is a DSC with the NSCDC, fired several shots into the air,” Sanusi said.
The police recovered a CZ pistol and 17 rounds of live 9mm ammunition from the suspect.
Sanusi added that Samuel remained in police custody and would be charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations.
The commissioner also urged personnel of other security agencies operating in the FCT to exercise restraint and notify the police divisions responsible for their areas before conducting authorised operations.
He stressed that effective coordination among security agencies was essential to preventing confrontations and maintaining peace across the territory.
Nigerian gospel singer Laolu Gbenjo has cautioned the public against spreading unverified information about the circumstances surrounding the death of his colleague, Bayonile Bolaji, popularly known as Toluwanisings.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Gbenjo’s warning comes amid growing controversy surrounding the late singer’s death and burial arrangements, with reports of disagreements among members of his family.
The gospel singer spoke on Tuesday during a night of tributes held in honour of Toluwanisings in Ibadan, Oyo State. He warned against allowing the situation to degenerate into a controversy similar to the one that followed the death of Nigerian singer Mohbad.
Describing the deceased as a devoted Christian and a genuine servant of God, Gbenjo said Toluwanisings was passionate about his faith and had a good relationship with people.
He urged the public to stop fuelling unnecessary controversy over the late singer’s death, particularly through social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram.
“You can never see Toluwani in the midst of jobless people. He had a good heart. He was a friend to everybody. He served the Lord with all his heart. Don’t turn Toluwani into Mohbad. That madness on TikTok and Instagram must stop. If you are jobless, go and look for a job,” Gbenjo said.
Meanwhile, comedians Ayobami Ajewole, popularly known as Woli Agba, and Olamide Oladimeji, also known as Dele Omo Woli, have threatened legal action against individuals allegedly linking them to Toluwanisings’ death.
Woli Agba disclosed this in a public notice shared on his Instagram page on Sunday.
In the notice issued by their solicitors, Gemgold, the comedians warned members of the public against publishing or circulating allegations they described as false and defamatory against them.
The legal notice maintained that the allegations were baseless and intended to damage the reputations of the two entertainers.
The Federal High Court in Abuja has fixed December 2, 2026, for judgment in the ₦1 billion fundamental rights suit filed by former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, against the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) and other respondents.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Justice Joyce Abdulmalik set the date after lawyers representing the parties adopted their respective court processes.
However, El-Rufai’s lawyer was absent when the case was initially called. The judge subsequently deemed the former governor’s filed processes adopted.
Counsel to the ICPC, Abdul Mohammed (SAN), adopted the commission’s court processes and urged the judge to dismiss the suit in its entirety.
Similarly, the lawyer representing the Inspector-General of Police, ACP Ezekiel Rimamsomte, and Maimuna Lami-Shiru, Director of Civil Litigation and Public Law, who appeared on behalf of the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), adopted their respective processes and asked the court to dismiss the case.
During the proceedings, El-Rufai’s lawyer, Ubong Akpan, arrived in court and apologised for his lateness.
When Akpan sought the court’s permission to adopt his client’s processes, Justice Abdulmalik informed him that the documents had already been deemed adopted.
The judge subsequently adjourned the matter until December 2, 2026, when judgment is expected to be delivered.
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