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Kenyan church celebrates birth of ‘Black Messiah’ at Christmas
Legion Maria, a Kenyan church, celebrates the birth of the ‘Black Messiah,’ a co-founder they believe is the returned son of God for the people of Africa. Read More: https://punchng.com/kenyan-church-celebrates-birth-of-black-messiah-at-christmas/
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AFCON prophecy on Lookman misrepresented, says Primate Ayodele
Primate Ayodele clarifies his prophecy on Super Eagles’ Ademola Lookman, stating it was misrepresented and referred to the entire AFCON tournament. Read More: https://punchng.com/afcon-prophecy-on-lookman-misrepresented-says-primate-ayodele/
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Police arrest five suspected kidnappers, cattle rustlers in Kano
The Kano State Police Command confirms five arrests in connection with kidnapping and cattle rustling following intelligence-led operations in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-five-suspected-kidnappers-cattle-rustlers-in-kano/
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Adeboye, wife urge Nigerians to embrace Christmas blessings
Read Pastor E.A. Adeboye’s Christmas message to Nigerians. The RCCG leader prays for joy, health, and success in the coming glorious new year. Read More: https://punchng.com/adeboye-wife-urge-nigerians-to-embrace-christmas-blessings/
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Abiodun promises peaceful, rancour-free handover in 2027
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun assures a peaceful handover in 2027, aiming to set a historic precedent for a rancour-free transition in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/abiodun-promises-peaceful-rancour-free-handover-in-2027/
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Terror attacks on worshippers: Foreign involvement can’t be ruled out – Sheikh Gumi
Controversial Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has declared that foreign involvement cannot be ruled out in terror attacks. Gumi said Nigeria is on the radar of some Western countries for clandestine operations aimed at justifying external intervention. He made the remark in a post on X while reacting to a Kaduna-based activist, Mahdi, who accused […] Terror attacks on worshippers: Foreign involvement can’t be ruled out – Sheikh Gumi
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Yuletide: FRSC deploys 152 personnel in Ebonyi
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) says it has deployed 152 personnel in Ebonyi to ensure safe roads during the yuletide. The post Yuletide: FRSC deploys 152 personnel in Ebonyi appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Atiku, El-Rufai call for unity in Christmas messages
Former VP Atiku Abubakar and ex-Gov Nasir El-Rufai share Christmas messages, urging Nigerians to embrace unity, love, forgiveness, and reflection. Read More: https://punchng.com/atiku-el-rufai-call-for-unity-in-christmas-messages/
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PICTORIAL: Police Arrest 22 Suspects, Recover Firearms, Vehicles, Drugs In Nationwide Operations
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has announced the arrest of 22 suspects linked to a range of violent and organised crimes across several states, following a string of intelligence-led operations carried out by the Force Special Tactical Squad (STS). This was revealed in a statement posted by the Force on its Facebook handle on Thursday. […]
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KIA Welcomes Abdulrazaq’s Christmas Message, Urges Inclusion Of Christians In Governance
NICHOLAS UWERUNONYE The Kwara Inclusion Advocates (KIA) have welcomed the Christmas message by Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, in which he felicitated Christians in the state and acknowledged their consistent support, understanding,… The post KIA Welcomes Abdulrazaq’s Christmas Message, Urges Inclusion Of Christians In Governance appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Catholic Church confirms all pupils, staff abducted from Niger school have regained freedom
"The final reconciliation confirms that 230 pupils and staff members were abducted during the attack on St. Mary’s School, Papiri..." The post Catholic Church confirms all pupils, staff abducted from Niger school have regained freedom appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Northern govs condemn Borno mosque attack as barbaric
The Northern States Governors’ Forum has condemned the recent Borno mosque attack as a barbaric and cowardly act aimed at instilling fear and undermining p Read More: https://punchng.com/northern-govs-condemn-borno-mosque-attack-as-barbaric/
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Borno mosque attack barbaric — Speaker Abbas
Speaker Tajudeen Abbas condemns the recent Borno mosque attack as barbaric, offering condolences to victims and reaffirming the government’s security commi Read More: https://punchng.com/borno-mosque-attack-barbaric-speaker-abbas/
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Lady Fubara Celebrates Christmas Babies, Hosts Children Of Port Harcourt Motherless Home
ITODE AKARI The Wife of the Rivers State Governor, Lady Valerie Siminalayi Fubara, has celebrated babies born on Christmas Day and hosted children at the Port Harcourt Motherless Children’s Home… The post Lady Fubara Celebrates Christmas Babies, Hosts Children Of Port Harcourt Motherless Home appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Malami, Farouk, and Nigeria’s wealth question: Who pays for their luxury?
Columnist Folorunso Adisa questions unexplained wealth of Malami and Farouk Ahmed and how defending officials affects fairness and accountability in Nigeria.
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AFCON winner gives Super Eagles vital advice ahead of must-win clash vs Tunisia
Former Super Eagles star Godfrey Obabona shares insights on Nigeria's strategy to defeat Tunisia in the 2025 AFCON, emphasising teamwork and cohesion
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TRACE Officer Bags PCRC Award For Outstanding Service
OLORUNDARE ENIMOLA The Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), Adatan Area Command, has honoured a Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Corps (TRACE) officer, Mr. Afolabi Oladotun, with the award of Best TRACE… The post TRACE Officer Bags PCRC Award For Outstanding Service appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Northern Cross River Elders Condemn Former APC Chairman’s Outburst
… Reaffirm Support for Gov. Otu Leaders and members of the Cross River State Elders Advisory Council from the Northern Senatorial District have publicly berated former APC State Chairman, Alphonsus… The post Northern Cross River Elders Condemn Former APC Chairman’s Outburst appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Nigerian Army breaks silence after suicide bomber explosion in Maiduguri
Nigerian Army reports a suicide bomber attack at a Maiduguri mosque, confirming 32 injuries and two fatalities. Security measures heightened during festive season.
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Rundele High School Alumni Association Holds Maiden Meeting on Saturday
ITODE AKARI All arrangements have been concluded for the inaugural meeting of the Rundele High School Agba-Ndele Old Students’ Association (RHSANOSA), scheduled for Saturday, December 27, 2025. The historic maiden… The post Rundele High School Alumni Association Holds Maiden Meeting on Saturday appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Read: Listen to the voice note a woman got from her husband, you will be surprised
A Nigerian lady displayed a message she got from her husband who was missing her a day she attended a wedding in a village where there was no network.
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Christmas: Atiku, El-Rufai urge Nigerians to embrace unity
Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, and ex-Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, have called on Nigerians to embrace unity and shared values as they celebrate the 2025 Christmas. They made the call via X on Thursday in separate messages to Nigerians. Atiku particularly addressed Christian Nigerians, describing Christmas as a solemn reminder of the virtues of […] Christmas: Atiku, El-Rufai urge Nigerians to embrace unity
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Man reports filling station to Dangote for allegedly selling fuel above N739 per litre
A man took to social media to report to Aliko Dangote, president of the Dangote Group, after spotting a filling station allegedly selling fuel above N739 per litre.
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Gbajabiamila Not Replaced As Tinubu’s Chief Of Staff – Presidency
The denial comes after several social media posts began circulating the unverified claim of a change in the Chief of Staff position. The post Gbajabiamila Not Replaced As Tinubu’s Chief Of Staff – Presidency appeared first on Channels Television.
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Gbajabiamila remains Tinubu’s Chief of Staff – Presidency
Hakeem Muri-Okunola has not replaced Femi Gbajabiamila as Chief of Staff. The post Gbajabiamila remains Tinubu’s Chief of Staff – Presidency appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
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Great Nigeria Tower Fire: Lady Whose Shop Was Affected By Flames Sends Strong Message to Customers
A lady sent a message to her customers as her shop was affected in the fire incident at the Great Nigeria Tower in Lagos Island. What she said sparked reactions.
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Many Nigerians Celebrating Christmas Under Difficult Circumstances – ADC
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has extended warm Christmas wishes to Nigerians, acknowledging the tough times many are facing. The party further noted that millions of Nigerian families gather to… The post Many Nigerians Celebrating Christmas Under Difficult Circumstances – ADC appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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Fighting AIDS and STIs in Africa: UNFPA equips youth to turn data into action
As HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) continue to affect millions across Africa, young people are often at the centre of both the risk and the response. Yet too often, the voices closest to the problem struggle to influence policy and public debate. At the International Conference on AIDS and STIs in Africa (ICASA), held […]
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Amaarae returns to Accra for homecoming concert
After a year of performing internationally and sharing her music with audiences around the world, Ghanaian-American artist Amaarae is returning home.
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Presidency dismisses claim of Gbajabiamila’s replacement as Chief of Staff
The Nigerian Presidency has officially dismissed viral social media claims about the replacement of Femi Gbajabiamila as Chief of Staff to President Tinubu Read More: https://punchng.com/presidency-dismisses-claim-of-gbajabiamilas-replacement-as-chief-of-staff/
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TRACE Moves Against Traffic Disorderliness, Environmental Offences At Kuto Underpass
The Traffic Compliance and Enforcement (TRACE) Divisional Command, Abeokuta, has commenced a coordinated enforcement and sensitisation operation at the Kuto Underpass to address traffic disorderliness and environmental infractions. The operation,… The post TRACE Moves Against Traffic Disorderliness, Environmental Offences At Kuto Underpass appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.
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NPFL: Enyimba to unveil Ayeni as technical adviser next week
Nine-time Nigeria Premier Football League, NPFL, champions Enyimba will officially announce Deji Ayeni as their new technical adviser next week. The People’s Elephant suspended their erstwhile technical adviser, Stanley Eguma, in November due to poor results. Lawrence Ukaegbu has managed the Aba giants in interim capacity since Eguma’s suspension. Ayeni will now step in into […] NPFL: Enyimba to unveil Ayeni as technical adviser next week
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‘Barbaric’ — Speaker Abbas on Borno mosque attack
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has described as barbaric the Christmas Eve mosque attack in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The incident which happened during prayers, left several worshippers dead and others injured. The Speaker, in a statement on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Musa Krishi, stated […] ‘Barbaric’ — Speaker Abbas on Borno mosque attack
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PDP slams govt over Maiduguri mosque blast
By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the Christmas Eve explosion at a mosque in Gamboru Market, Maiduguri, describing the incident as a disturbing reflection of Nigeria’s worsening security situation and a failure of government to protect lives and property. In a statement signed by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, […] The post PDP slams govt over Maiduguri mosque blast appeared first on Vanguard News.
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Mahrez, Jackson lead AFCON 2025 golden boot race 
By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS  Nicolas Jackson and Riyad Mahrez are leading the golden boot race at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Prompt News reports. The duo have scored two goals each in the competition. Jackson bagged a brace in Senegal’s 3-0 victory over Botswana on Tuesday. Mahrez also scored twice in Algeria’s 3-0 thrashing [...]
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Netanyahu condemns alleged attacks on Christians in Nigeria
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has condemned attacks against Christians in Nigeria, describing the alleged displacement and violence as unacceptable and calling for an immediate end to what he termed militant assaults on Christian communities. The post Netanyahu condemns alleged attacks on Christians in Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.
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