In other developments, Calvin Bassey’s father has renewed his appeal for reconciliation with his children after 18 years, and Oyo State’s 50th anniversary opening ceremony went ahead without the Alaafin and Soun. Workers of the Federal Capital Territory Administration are also awaiting a key ruling at the National Industrial Court in Abuja over their ongoing strike. Under the new Personal Income Tax regime, individuals earning the national minimum wage or less are exempt, while others enjoy reduced Pay-As-You-Earn tax rates. The DHQ said the arraignment will follow procedures under the Armed Forces Act and ensure fairness and due process. Read more here: https://punchng.com/strike-court-decides-today-as-fct-workers-demand-wikes-removal/Stay with us for updates as the day’s stories develop and more details emerge.

Source: Punch January 27, 2026 09:45 UTC