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Pay Fair, Grow Fast " Why progressive taxation builds prosperity in market capitalism
10+ hour, 21+ min ago (496+ words) Market capitalism only functions when the rules are just, and fundamental services are properly funded. Progressive taxation serves as the foundation of the market economy. It means those who earn more and own more, due to the state having relinquished…...
Nigeria's middle class wanted better cars. The naira had other plans
2+ week, 5+ day ago (87+ words) Bethel Olujobi reports on trade and maritime business for Business Day with prior experience reporting on migration, labour, and tech. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mass Communication from the University of Jos, and is certified by the FT, Reuters…...
Oyo senator expresses concern over continued hostage of abducted pupils, teachers
2+ week, 6+ day ago (268+ words) Business News Nigeria - Oyo senator expresses concern over continued hostage of abducted pupils, teachers The senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District urged security agencies to intensify rescue operations, assuring affected families and residents that the APC would continue supporting legitimate…...
Kwara 2027: Ilorin Emirate youths endorse Danladi for APC ticket
3+ week, 3+ day ago (405+ words) The endorsement was announced on Monday at a joint press conference organised by the Ilorin Emirate Dynamic Youth Initiative and the Ilorin Emirate Youth Progressives for Communities, held in Ilorin, Kwara State. Speaking on behalf of the groups, Abdulwaheed Olamilekan,…...
Deeply flawed party primaries portend bad omen for 2027
3+ week, 5+ day ago (21+ words) Business News Nigeria - Deeply flawed party primaries portend bad omen for 2027...
WORLD IN BRIEF: Brazil probes suspected Ebola cases, Africa Ebola tally hits 263, Ghana passes anti LGBTQ bill and other stories
1+ mon, 3+ day ago (429+ words) Israel has seized the strategic Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, marking a significant escalation in its campaign against Hezbollah. Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Prime Minister, described the capture as a "decisive shift" in military strategy, while the Israeli army expanded evacuation…...
Court of Appeal Port Harcourt division upholds court verdict rejecting Wike-backed APC faction
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (192+ words) Affirms the sack of Tony Okocha-led executives Recall that Godswill Obomanu of the Rivers State High Court had on December 20, 2024, nullified the Congresses conducted in Rivers state by the APC which purportedly produced Tony Okocha and his executives. This forced…...
Fubara denies defection rumour, reaffirms stance with APC
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (451+ words) Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State has debunked wild rumours that he has defected to another political party. The rumour attracted some jubilation with some notable persons offering to work for him. Governor Fubara made the clarification during an inspection…...
APC boils as internal rebellion trails screening results ahead of primaries
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (1615+ words) Saawua Terzungwe, Olatunji Omirin, Faith Awa Maji, Nathaniel Gbaoron, Sikirat Shehu, Hembadoon Orsar, Samuel Ese & Kelechi Nwaucha "Hundreds of aspirants disqualified; 30 petitions received in Benue, 19 in Rivers "Shettima's consensus push fails in Yobe; actors scheming in Kwara, Bauchi "Governorship aspirants…...
Adeleke clears 18-month salaries, 28 pension debts owed by APC - Oyewumi
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (37+ words) Adeleke clears 18-month salaries, 28 pension debts owed by APC " Oyewumi Business News Nigeria - Adeleke clears 18-month salaries, 28 pension debts owed by APC " Oyewumi Join Business Day whatsapp Channel, to stay up to date...