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Uncovering Tax Injustice in Nigeria: A Call for Transparency and Accountability - As professionals in our respective fields, we understand the importance of fairness and equity in all aspects of life, including taxation. However, our latest investigation on #TaxWatch reveals shocking truths about tax injustice in Nigeria. From cattle market tax monies in Kano state being mismanaged to companies in Lagos operating in the shadows after being shut down for tax evasion, it's clear that there's a need for change. Read all our reports here: [ https://lnkd.in/djMVycXe] #TaxWatch #TaxJustice #Nigeria #Transparency #Accountability #Fairness #Equity #Taxation #Investigation.

📢Special Report: The struggle of women farmers in Nasarawa State amid the rising cost of living in the country. The prices of goods and services increased across Nigeria following the removal of fuel subsidies by the federal government in May 2023. The development contributed to the skyrocketing costs of farm inputs, putting farmers in a difficult situation. While large-scale farmers may withstand the burden, the impact is damning for small-scale farmers, especially women. For #TheICIR #SPARK2 project, which was supported by the International Budget Partnership , Nurudeen Akewushola reports the struggle of women farmers in Nasarawa State amid the rising cost of living in the country. This story also highlights a lack of policy implementation, which worsens their predicaments. Read the reports: https://lnkd.in/gPpamnCN

Investigation: DESPITE Dangote Cement Plc ‘s rapid expansion since taking over the Gboko Plant in Benue State, the host community is battling extreme water crises and environmental hazards. These have been worsened by a failure to provide basic amenities as part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Sinafi Omanga reports. https://lnkd.in/ddmiQ_fV #ICIRInvestigates #EnvironmentalCrisis #BenueState

When women farmers have access to credit, they can invest in their farms, increase productivity, and improve their livelihoods. Join #SPARKMinna by 5:30 pm today on Prestige Fm Minna, Niger State. Be a part of the conversation this evening to discuss these issues and more! Stream: www.prestigefmradio.org.ng #TheICIR #SPARK is supported by I International Budget Partnership #SPARKMinna #SPARK

📢New Investigation: Environmental Crisis Hits Benue Communities Amid Dangote Cement’s Profit Surge. Follow investigation: https://lnkd.in/gXcXVeyq Dangote Cement Plc #ICIRInvestigates #EnvironmentalCrisis #BenueState

IN Kano State, the economic capital of northwestern Nigeria, market unions charge N500 tax per week for every piece of cattle transported into any market. But they only issue a receipt for an N200 ticket per cattle. The state government says that nothing from the N500 collected on each cattle goes to its coffers. Read the investigation here: https://lnkd.in/gHbBC8W8 #TaxJustice #ICIRTaxJustice #ICIRInvestigates | International Budget Partnership

Earlier today, renowned media executive, Angela Agoawike, founder of Omalicha Radio, paid a courtesy visit to the International Centre for Investigative Reporting (#TheICIR) and shared her thoughts on the centre’s initiatives to bolster new media journalism.

🚨We're Hiring!! We're seeking an Investigative Journalist to uncover hidden truths, hold individuals and institutions accountable, and drive societal change through compelling storytelling and rigorous investigation. 📅Deadline: Apply by July 31st, 2024.  📍Location: Abuja (Lagos applicants also considered) 🔗 Apply: https://lnkd.in/de4Jj8Eg #ICIROpportunities #MediaOpportunities

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🥳Congratulations to our News Editor, Marcus Fatunmole, for winning the dRPC/NAMeD PHC Media Challenge!!! His Investigative report supported by IBP International Budget Partnership under the #SPARKproject on “How inadequate manpower cripples primary healthcare in Nasarawa" (read here: https://lnkd.in/eFeDPNff) exposed the challenges facing primary healthcare in Nasarawa State. And the impact? The state government promptly employed 300 new health workers after our report! (Read the follow-up story here: (https://lnkd.in/eFMi6TbA) We're proud of the impact our work has made, and we will continue to do accountability journalism to promote good governance. #InvestigativeJournalism #ImpactStory