September 19, 2025

Policy update

General Policy update

FG Orders Payment Gateways to Report All Transactions to FIRS Under New E-Invoicing Policy

Lagos, Nigeria — August 16, 2025 | The Federal Government has instructed all payment gateways operating in Nigeria to begin reporting every transaction processed on their platforms to the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) in real time, as part of a new compliance monitoring framework under its e-invoicing policy. The directive, which takes immediate effect,

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General Policy update

AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria Staff Sign Performance Management Systems Contract

Abuja, Nigeria | August 8, 2025In a move to enhance institutional efficiency and staff accountability, the Nigerian office of the African Union Development Agency-New Partnership for Africa’s Development (AUDA-NEPAD) has formally signed Performance Management Systems (PMS) contracts with its employees. The contract signing ceremony, held at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja, marked a strategic milestone

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General Policy update

Customs Introduces Unified 4% FOB Charge to Replace Multiple Import Levies — CG Adeniyi

July 22, 2025 The Comptroller-General of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Adewale Adeniyi, has announced the introduction of a unified four percent Free on Board (FOB) charge to replace multiple import levies previously imposed on cargo imports into Nigeria. Speaking during a stakeholders’ meeting held in Lagos on Monday, CGC Adeniyi emphasized that the new

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General Policy update

Federal Government Halts Implementation of Doctors’ Allowance Circulars Pending Further Dialogue

The Federal Government has put a temporary hold on the implementation of recently issued circulars concerning doctors’ allowances, citing the need for broader consultations with relevant stakeholders in the health sector. The decision, which comes amid growing tension within the medical community, was confirmed by the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, which stated

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General Policy update

FG to Enforce Vehicle Load, Height Limits on Bridges Nationwide

The Federal Government has announced plans to commence strict enforcement of vehicular load and clearance height regulations on bridges across Nigeria as part of efforts to safeguard national infrastructure and enhance road safety. This directive, which was disclosed by the Federal Ministry of Works on Tuesday, aims to curb the growing incidents of bridge deterioration

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General Policy update

Sanwo-Olu Charges Public Accountants on Skills Upgrade for Sustainable Fiscal Management

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has called on public sector accountants to continuously enhance their professional skills to meet the demands of modern financial management and promote sustainable economic development. The governor made this appeal while speaking at the opening ceremony of the 2025 Annual Conference of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria

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Business Policy update

CAC Set to Enhance Company Registration Portal for Improved Speed and User Experience

The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced plans to upgrade its online company registration platform in a bid to ensure faster processing times and a more seamless experience for users across Nigeria. The move, which forms part of broader reforms aimed at strengthening the country’s ease of doing business framework, is expected to enhance service

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General Policy update

Lagos Assembly Advances Tenancy Bill to Regulate Landlord–Tenant Relations

July 11, 2025 | Lagos — The Lagos State House of Assembly has successfully passed the second reading of the Lagos Tenancy Bill, a proposed law designed to clearly define and regulate relationships among landlords, tenants, and estate agents across the state . Titled “A Bill for a Law to Regulate the Relationship between Landlords

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General Policy update

Lagos Inaugurates Strategic Governance Committee to Enhance Institutional Compliance and Policy Direction

Alausa, Lagos – July, 2025 — The Lagos State Government has inaugurated a high-level committee tasked with ensuring that public institutions across the state operate in alignment with relevant laws, policies, and strategic developmental goals. The inauguration, which took place at the State Secretariat in Alausa, marks a significant step toward deepening good governance, transparency,

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Policy update Politics

INEC to Release Clarified Guidelines on Reviewing Declared Election Results

Abuja, July 1, 2025 — The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is preparing to issue supplementary regulations to its 2022 election guidelines aimed at resolving ambiguity over the review process for declared results, particularly those returned under pressure or duress. At a consultative meeting with Resident Electoral Commissioners on Tuesday, INEC Chairman Prof. Mahmood Yakubu

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