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More hardship as FCTA slams new consumption tax on Abuja residents

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has shocked Abuja residents with the commencement of a previously dormant 5% consumption tax on meals, drinks, and other consumables at restaurants, bars, clubs, and hotels.
Combined with an existing 7.5% Value Added Tax (VAT), the total taxation on dining experiences now stands at 12.5%, leaving many holiday fun seekers stunned and frustrated.
Reports indicate that patrons visiting eateries, fast food joints, and other hospitality venues in the nation’s capital were unexpectedly confronted with higher bills as operators began implementing what they termed an “entertainment tax.”
The sudden enforcement has drawn mixed reactions, with many customers grudgingly settling their bills while expressing anger at what they perceive as an unfair burden during the holiday season.
A senior official from the FCT Internal Revenue Service (FCT-IRS), speaking on condition of anonymity, confirmed the tax’s legitimacy, explaining that the 5% entertainment tax has been part of the FCTA’s revenue framework for years but had only recently been activated.
“Actually, the law has always been there. It’s called the entertainment tax. We charge 5% on consumption at hotels and restaurants, and it’s the consumer who bears this cost. While the law has existed for some time, we only began enforcing it recently,” the official revealed.
The FCT-IRS reportedly held a press conference to announce the move, as well as a public education campaign to inform residents about the tax. Despite these efforts, many diners were caught unaware, fueling confusion and outrage.
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I’m not Olosho-Kate Henshaw

Nigerian celebrity veteran actress, Kate Henshaw, has said people see her as woman of easy virtue when in fact she has maintained her dignity and pride since after the collapse of her marriage.
She said- “Since my divorce, I’ve walked in silence. No scandal. No tape. No exposé. Not one soul has ever stood up to say, “She slept with me.” Yet the whispers never stop.
“But let me remind you — silence is not weakness. It is elegance. I choose peace over noise. Dignity over drama, because when you truly know your worth, you stop explaining yourself to people who’ve made up their minds to misunderstand you.
“Keep talking if it helps you sleep.
But remember: Lies travel fast, karma travels silently… and hits hard.”
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Adeyanju blasts Obi, his followers over attack on Sowore

Deji Adeyanju, a human rights activist and lawyer, Saturday night, took.a swipe at Peter Obi, the ex-presidential candidate of Labour Party, LP and his supporters popularly called ‘Obidients’ over attack on the former presidential candidate of African Action Congress, AAC, Omoleye Sowore.
In a statement signed by Adeyanju and made available to newsmen, he said the attacks to disable Sowore’s Facebook page are undemocratic and meant to silence opposing voices.
He said: “It is disappointing that Peter Obi’s supporters, known as the Obidient group, ganged up to report Omoyele Sowore’s Facebook page simply because he keeps speaking the truth about their candidate.
“This shameful move led to the disabling of Sowore’s page. This is not democracy. If you truly want a better Nigeria, you don’t silence opposing voices.
“Let’s be honest: Obi’s time as Anambra governor was full of failures. Doctors went on strike, education suffered, and he refused to hold local government elections.
“The killings of MASSOB members under his watch remain unresolved. Yet his supporters work hard to paint him as a saint.
“He moved from APGA to PDP, where he ran with Atiku, then to Labour Party, showing he has no clear ideology. The PDP he served in helped ruin Nigeria.
“Sowore has always stood for truth and justice. These attacks by Obidient supporters supported and sanctioned by Peter Obi himself are aimed to hide the truth.”
However, he added that “Nobody hates Peter Obi, what we oppose are the lies and image-washing by his followers. We won’t let politics become a cult. Nigeria deserves truth and accountability.”
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Catholic priest shot in Benue, two others abducted

The Catholic priest in charge of St. John Quasi Parish Jimba, Rev. Fr. Solomon Atongu has been reportedly shot by suspected armed herdsmen along the deadly Makurdi – Naka road.
The priest was shot Saturday evening while on his way from Makurdi back to his duty post in Naka when he drove into an ambush by the armed herdsmen.
It was also gathered that two other occupants of the vehicle were abducted by the armed men and whisked away into the forest after they mistook the clergy for dead.
“Luckily security personnel got to the scene of the attack and rescued the Priest who had already lost so much blood, and took him to hospital where efforts are being made by medical personnel to stabilise him,” he said.
While confirming the incident in a statement, the Chancellor, Catholic Diocese of Makurdi, Revd. Fr. Shima Ukpanya, called for prayers for his quickly recovery.
Part of the statement read: “I write on behalf the Bishop, Catholic Diocese of Makurdi, Most Revd. Wilfred Chikpa Anagbe, to inform and request for your prayers for the quick recovery of one of our Priests, Revd. Fr. Solomon Atongo who was attacked and shot this evening around Tyolaha, Makurdi-Naka Road, Gwer West Local Government Area, LGA, by suspected terrorist herdsmen.
“Let us unite in prayer for God’s healing upon him as the medics try to stabilize him. May our Lady Mother of Perpetual Help intercede for us.”
The Police Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent, CSP, Catherine Anene could not be reached.
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