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By The North Journals Staff Writer In a bold move to reshape Nigeria’s fiscal landscape, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed into law four sweeping tax reform bills that promise to simplify taxation, improve compliance, and attract investment while easing pressure on low-income earners. Speaking at the signing ceremony on Wednesday, President Tinubu described the reforms as “pro-people, pro-business and tailored for a modern, ambitious Nigeria.” He emphasized that the new legal framework would promote transparency and efficiency in tax administration, ultimately fostering inclusive economic growth. The newly signed laws include: Nigeria Tax Bill Nigeria Tax Administration Bill Nigeria Revenue…

By Aminu Adamu In a time where many leaders build fences, Namdas builds rooms. In the annals of Nigerian political life, few men stand as embodiments of both tradition and modernity, nobility and populism, humility and ambition. Among them is Rt. Hon. Abdulrazak Sa’ad Namdas, lawgiver, communicator, cultural custodian, and a quiet force shaping the next frontier of leadership in Adamawa State and Nigeria at large. To speak of Namdas is to invoke a name that has, over decades, become synonymous with resilience, representational fidelity, and a conscious bridging of the gap between Nigeria’s storied traditions and its democratic future.…

By Sani Danaudi Mohammed The North is currently facing a crisis of unprecedented proportions. Given the current wave of conflicts and the resurgence of the Boko Haram insurgency in Borno State, the attack and killings in Benue, Niger, and Plateau States in the North Central call for urgent action. The situation is dire, and the people of the North are crying out for help. The attacks have left many dead, and the survivors are living in fear of their lives. The North needs healing, and it needs it fast. The attacks in Benue, Niger, and Plateau States are a stark…

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa   In a bold step towards reshaping South Africa’s energy future, Absa Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) has committed R1.6 billion in financing to Phase 2 of the FE Overberg Wind Project—poised to become the country’s largest privately developed wind farm. The investment will drive construction, operations, and maintenance of the second phase of the 380-megawatt (MW) wind farm being developed by Independent Power Producer, Red Rocket Holdings. Upon completion, the project will supply 150MW of clean energy to Discovery Green (DG), a licensed electricity trader and a subsidiary of Discovery Limited. With a total capital raise…

By Moses Amos Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey will leave the club as a free agent at the end of June, bringing an end to his four-year stint at the Emirates. Despite recent negotiations over a potential contract extension, both parties were unable to reach an agreement, paving the way for the Ghanaian international’s departure on a free transfer. Partey, 31, joined Arsenal from Atlético Madrid in 2020 and played a key role in Mikel Arteta’s midfield during his time at the club, though injuries disrupted his consistency. With Partey’s exit confirmed, Arsenal are now actively exploring replacement options, with Brentford’s…

By Aminu Adamu Yola, Adamawa State In a move that sent shockwaves through political and traditional circles across Nigeria, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar was recently stripped of his revered traditional title, Waziri of Adamawa. The revocation came as part of a sweeping restructuring of Adamawa State’s traditional institutions spearheaded by Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri. While officially framed as a broad administrative reform, the removal of Atiku’s title—along with those of other prominent figures—has ignited speculation of political undercurrents, internal power struggles, and a silent reshaping of influence in the state’s leadership fabric. Tradition Meets Governance: The Role of a…

By Mahmud Mohammed-Nurudeen Former Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development of Colombia, Susana Muhamad, says it is contradictory to protect the Amazon rainforest while also using it for fossil fuel production. She believes real climate progress requires a complete shift in the global economic and power systems. “It is a total contradiction to have one of the key biomes in the world that sustains life right now, and at the same time, make it a production site for fossil fuels. What is required is a whole system change and that means going into the heart of the economic system and…

By MAHMUD MOHAMMED-NURUDEEN The Women’s Earth and Climate Action Network (WECAN) is calling on world leaders, financial institutions, and corporations to act urgently on climate change. The group wants new policies that match the scale of the growing climate and social crises facing the world. WECAN made the call during the opening day of the Global Women’s Assembly for Climate Justice: Path to COP30 and Beyond, a virtual event bringing together over 125 women leaders from 50 countries. The assembly features policymakers, government officials, and community activists working together to find just and effective climate solutions. The main message from…

By Trésor Daniel Mefire A sobering new study has sounded the alarm on the rising tide of catastrophic floods across Africa, with Cameroon emerging as one of the continent’s most affected countries. The report, authored by researcher Trésor Daniel Mefire, paints a grim picture of worsening climate impacts, underdeveloped infrastructure, and fragile governance systems overwhelmed by surging waters. “Flooding represents not just an environmental hazard but a systemic threat to Africa’s development,” Mefire wrote in the report titled Flooding in Africa and Cameroon. He highlights how extreme weather events, driven by a 1.1°C rise in global temperatures, are increasingly unleashing…

By Sani Danaudi Mohammed Thomas Hobbes and Aristotle had different views on governance. Hobbes believed a strong central authority was necessary, while Aristotle emphasized virtuous leaders. In Nigeria’s North, decades of leadership failures have contributed to the current crisis. The once peaceful Northern Nigeria is now brewing into a conflict zone, from Maitatsine to Boko Haram, farmers and herders conflicts, and now banditry. When will the North have peace? The region’s challenges are complex, with historical, ethnic, and religious factors playing significant roles. The Sardauna of Sokoto and Sir Tafawa Balewa were key figures in uniting the North. Despite their…