Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State rejected tax reform bills, Central Bank advises against leaving the country, and a boat accident involving over 200 market women. Additionally, a federal court granted bail to accused hackers, and Nigerian journalist Fisayo Soyombo was released from detention. The World Trade Organisation reappointed Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala for a second term.
Good morning! Here's today's summary from Nigeria n Newspapers: Governor Babagana Umara Zulum of Borno State rejected tax reform bills sponsored by President Bola Tinubu , expressing concerns that they will harm the north. Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Olayemi Cardoso advised against Nigeria ns leaving the country, emphasizing the bank's efforts to build an economy where everyone can thrive. A federal court granted bail to 109 accused foreign hackers , setting bail at N1 billion.
National Inland Waterways Authority confirmed a boat accident involving over 200 market women from Kogi State. The Foundation for Investigative Journalism announced the release of its founder, Fisayo Soyombo, from detention. The World Trade Organisation reappointed Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Nigeria's Director-General, for a second term
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