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Kwankwaso Urges Tinubu to Reconsider Tax Reform Bills for Nigeria’s Benefit

Rabiu Kwankwaso, the National Leader of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), called on President Bola Tinubu to reconsider his position on the proposed Tax Reform Bills, urging him to think of the Nigerian people first.
In a post shared on his X handle, Kwankwaso reflected on the actions of past Nigerian leaders, such as former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, who withdrew significant bills to safeguard the country’s interests.
He pointed out that this kind of thoughtful decision-making is necessary during difficult times, like those Nigeria is experiencing now.
“My position on tax reform is as follows: Now is not the right time to review VAT or introduce any new taxes.
Given the economic difficulties many Nigerians are enduring, such actions would be unwise and harmful,” Kwankwaso stated.
He stressed that the government’s focus should be on providing relief to the people, not imposing new financial burdens that could worsen their situation.
Kwankwaso further urged President Tinubu to listen to the National Economic Council and other respected figures who have voiced concern over the timing of these reforms.
He noted that policy decisions should be driven by the well-being of the people, not by personal agendas or political motivations.
“I strongly believe that any decision made should prioritize the common good of all Nigerians,” he added.
The former presidential candidate pointed out the historical precedence for withdrawing controversial bills in Nigeria.
He reminded Nigerians of how former President Olusegun Obasanjo, during his second term, withdrew the revenue-sharing bill, which was seen as a necessary step in the best interest of the country.
Similarly, President Jonathan, after consulting with prominent leaders, decided to withdraw a communication to the 7th National Assembly, citing national interest as the guiding principle.
Kwankwaso concluded his message by urging President Tinubu to follow suit and reconsider the Tax Reform Bills.
He emphasized that listening to the majority of Nigerians and respecting their concerns should be at the core of any decision-making process.
This, he argued, would not only benefit the nation but also reaffirm the commitment of the government to the people’s welfare.
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JAMB 2025: Nigerians Cry Out as Students Get Shockingly Low Jamb Scores

Many Nigerians are expressing deep concern over the poor performance recorded in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), following the release of the results by JAMB on Friday. Social media has since been flooded with reactions from worried parents, students, and education stakeholders, many of whom believe the scores don’t reflect the true efforts of the candidates.
One user, Oluwaseun, took to X to voice his frustration, sharing a screenshot of a student named Egbaze Victoria who allegedly scored 295 in last year’s UTME but shockingly got 132 this year. “Something is seriously wrong with these results,” he wrote. “These scores don’t reflect the abilities or track records of these students.”
Another user, Chukwuma Pius, also shared his frustration, claiming JAMB sent his daughter a result that doesn’t belong to her. “This is heartbreaking,” he said. “As a retired teacher, I know what she’s capable of. The result they sent cannot be hers.”
These complaints come after JAMB disclosed that over 1.5 million candidates scored below 200 this year, sparking widespread calls for an investigation into the entire process. Reacting to the controversy, former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi described the outcome of this year’s UTME as worrisome and emphasized the need for urgent reforms in the education sector.
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JAMB Withholds Over 39,000 UTME Results Over Exam Malpractice

JAMB has officially released the results for the 2025 UTME, but not without controversy. According to the board, results of 39,834 candidates have been withheld over suspected exam malpractices.
JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, made the announcement at the board’s headquarters in Bwari, explaining that investigations are ongoing. He also revealed that around 80 individuals are currently under scrutiny for various exam-related offences, with Anambra State topping the list of those being investigated.
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President Tinubu Congratulates Pope Leo XIV Election as New Catholic Leader

President Tinubu has sent a warm message of congratulations to His Holiness Leo XIV, the newly elected Pope and Bishop of Rome, following the announcement of his election as the new head of the Roman Catholic Church.
The President praised the Catholic Church’s Conclave for their choice in selecting the American-born Robert Francis Cardinal Prevost as the 267th Bishop of Rome. He expressed confidence that this new leadership will bring a wave of hope, unity and renewed faith to Catholics around the world, including Nigeria.
He also extended his congratulations to the Catholic community in Nigeria, noticing their connection to this significant global event. According to him, the Pope’s early message already shows signs of a positive direction, one filled with hope and a strong belief in the peace promised by the scriptures.
Additionally, President Tinubu spoke about the long-standing ties between Nigeria and the Holy See, noting that both have shared valuable relationships built on trust and mutual respect.
He acknowledged the Catholic Church’s many contributions to Nigeria over the years. These include their involvement in peacebuilding, quality education, accessible healthcare, support for infrastructure development, and recently, helping promote technology to improve lives.
Also, he added that the emergence of Pope Leo XIV signals a fresh beginning for the Church and the values it upholds. Tinubu highlighted that the Catholic Church has always been known for standing by the poor and less privileged, and he believes the new Pope will continue this important mission of spreading love, compassion, and humanity.
In closing, the President offered prayers for the new Pope, asking that God guide him with wisdom and strength as he takes on the global responsibility of leading millions of faithful people. He hoped that the Pope’s journey would be filled with peace and purpose, as he leads the Catholic Church into a new chapter.
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