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How to Calculate Tax on Your Salary in Nigeria: 2026 Easy Guide

Understanding how to calculate tax on your salary in Nigeria is one of the most important parts of managing your money in 2026. Many Nigerian workers still struggle to make sense of PAYE tax, taxable income, or why their take-home pay looks smaller than expected. This guide breaks everything down into simple steps so you can calculate your tax on your salary, confirm your PAYE deductions, and understand exactly how much of your income goes to the government. If you’ve been trying to calculate the tax on your income, this guide offers a straightforward explanation of the entire process. What Does PAYE Tax Mean in Nigeria? PAYE tax, or Pay As You Earn, is a personal income tax your employer deducts from your salary each month and remits to the state government. It applies to workers in both the public and private sectors. According to the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), PAYE is designed to ensure that individuals contribute to public services based on their earnings. Payroll ...
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Apple Unveils Limited-Edition iPhone Grip by Hikawa Designed for Accessibility

Apple has launched a new limited-edition accessory: the Hikawa Phone Grip & Stand. Designed in collaboration with artist Bailey Hikawa, this MagSafe-compatible grip is more than just a stylish add-on. It is purpose-built for accessibility, offering a stable hold for users who find standard iPhones difficult to manage. For Nigerian iPhone users, this accessory could be a welcome addition to daily device use, especially for those who value both design and functionality. What Is the Hikawa Phone Grip & Stand? The Hikawa Phone Grip & Stand is a unique MagSafe accessory that doubles as both a grip and a stand. Apple and Hikawa developed it with specific consideration for users with limited hand strength, reduced dexterity, or other physical constraints. With its soft-touch silicone finish, ergonomic form, and bold design, the grip makes it significantly easier to hold and prop up an iPhone. Unlike regular grips, the Hikawa grip is not purely aesthetic. It is sculpted to ...
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Yanga FM Makes Broadcasting History, Rewards First Caller with ₦1 Million

In a groundbreaking moment for Nigerian broadcasting, Yanga FM, the country’s first urban-pidgin radio station, has set a new industry benchmark by awarding ₦1 million to a dedicated listener, the first gesture of its kind in the nation’s radio landscape. The unprecedented prize was issued as part of the station’s One Million Giveaway Campaign , a pioneering initiative designed to reward loyalty, deepen audience engagement and strengthen the bond between the station and its rapidly expanding listener community. A First in Nigerian Radio History The winner, Emedoh Okwunna Alloysius , secured the historic prize after correctly answering questions about Yanga FM’s programmes, a challenge that tested audience familiarity with the station’s unique pidgin-led content. His name was unveiled live on The Wetin Dey Show , one of the station’s flagship programmes, where tension turned to celebration as his correct answers were confirmed. Listeners tuned in across Lagos erupted in excitement a...
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Terrorists Attack Catholic School in Niger; Students, Staff Abducted

The Papiri community of Agwara Local Government Area of Niger State has been gripped by fear following a midnight attack by terrorists on St. Mary’s School, a Catholic institution. According to multiple sources, the attackers abducted an unconfirmed number of students and staff, though no official confirmation on that yet as of press time. The incident has left the community in a state of fear and uncertainty, as families await official updates. A source from one of the Catholic churches in Niger State, who confirmed the incident, explained that the school was still trying to determine the exact number of victims. ALSO READ: 25 Schoolgirls Abducted in Kebbi, VP Killed as Kidnapping Crisis Persists “Yes, it is true, but I am not in a position to give details. The church will issue an official statement later in the day,” Daily Trust quoted the source. Ahmed Abdullahi Rofia , the Head of Department for Disaster and Relief at Agwara Local Government, also confirmed the attack to t...
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US Lawmakers Disagree Over Trump’s Action Against Nigeria

Members of the United States Congress engaged in spirited debate over claims of Christian genocide and religious persecution in Nigeria.  Members of the United States Congress engaged in spirited debate over claims of Christian genocide and religious persecution in Nigeria. The Congressional hearing, held in Washington, DC, on Thursday, November 20, 2025, reviewed the redesignation of Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) by President Donald Trump and drew global attention to Nigeria's security challenges. The U.S. President recently described Nigeria as a " disgraced country " following perennial insecurity in the West African country, especially the killings in Christian-dominated communities. Following the CPC designation, Trump, in a viral post on Truth Social, threatened to go into Nigeria “ guns-a-blazing to completely wipe out the Islamic terrorists who are committing these horrible atrocities.” US Lawmakers Divided In his opening remarks, Chairma...
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MTN Nigeria’s Data Users Hit 51.1 Million

MTN Nigeria has reported that its active data user base has grown to 51.1 million, underscoring Nigerians' strong embrace of mobile internet for work, entertainment, learning, and everyday life. The new numbers, highlighted in MTN’s latest financial report, shine a light on the country’s growing digital appetite and the rising demand for reliable mobile data across Nigeria. For many people, mobile data in Nigeria is more than just browsing. It’s how businesses run, how students study, how creators build audiences, and how families stay connected. So when MTN records a jump like this, it reflects real changes in the way Nigerians use the internet and what they expect from their network providers. This article looks at what MTN’s 51.1 million data users really signal, the reasons for the surge, and how it could shape internet access, mobile data charges, and Nigeria’s digital lifestyle. MTN Nigeria Passes 51.1 Million Active Data Users According to The Nation’s report , demand f...
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BREAKING: Court Convicts Nnamdi Kanu of Terrorism

The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has been convicted of terrorism charges by a Federal High Court in Abuja. Delivering judgment on Thursday, November 20, 2025, presiding judge James Omotosho cited evidence adduced by the prosecution, including video broadcasts showing Kanu making several violent threats against the Nigerian state and its citizens. He pronounced the IPOB leader guilty of the first, second and third counts out of seven terrorism charges preferred against him by the Federal Government. On the first count, Kanu was accused of making a September 2021 broadcast “ with intent to intimidate the population,” threatening that “people would die” and that “the whole world would stand still.” ALSO READ: Furious Nnamdi Kanu petitions NBA to sanction judges for 'miscarriage of justice' According to the prosecution, the broadcast constituted an act of terrorism under section 1(2)(b) of the Terrorism Prevention (Amendment) Act, 2015. While analysin...
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