The results of Boxing Day (Friday) 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, matches are out. DAILY POST reports that Egypt defeated South Africa 1-0 in Group B,  thanks to Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah’s only goal of the encounter. Also in Group B, Angola and Zimbabwe played a 1-1 draw to remain in third and fourth […] AFCON: Results of yesterday’s matches, all fixtures for Saturday

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers; ‎ ‎1. The Federal Government has insisted that it is committed to kick-starting the implementation of the new tax reforms laws on January 1, 2026, saying the reforms are aimed at promoting economic growth inclusivity as well as shared prosperity for Nigerians. This was disclosed by […] Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things you need to know Saturday morning

Senator Aminu Tambuwal (representing Sokoto South) has called for calm in Sokoto State following the US airstrikes targeting ISIS terrorists on Christmas Day. The operation marked a direct US military action in Nigeria, prompted by intelligence reports on ISWAP threats though local accounts. Reacting yesterday via a post on his personal X account, Tambuwal emphasised […]

The Inspire World International Foundation (IWIF) team celebrated the season of giving with its annual Christmas Food and Welfare Outreach The post Foundation spreads joy in Mararaba with food, welfare outreach appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Association of Nigeria Female Organists (ANFO) held the 2nd edition of its concert tagged "Ladies on the Organ, her hymn, her organ" at The post At ANFO, women urged to play the organ appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Federal Nigeria Society for the Blind (FNSB) Vocational Training Centre (VTC), Oshodi, Lagos, has graduated 33 visually impaired persons The post Group empowers visually impaired trainees appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

No landmark year is complete without turbulence. 2025 saw its fair share of celebrity controversies, many amplified by social media’s The post Stakeholders push for intelligence-driven action against human trafficking appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Nigeria opened their Afri­ca Cup of Nations cam­paign with what looked very much a ‘work in progress’ 2-1 win over Tanzania, but they now face a much sterner examination of… The post Victor Osimhen Has Point To Prove As Nigeria Face Tunisia appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

…Donates Items To Support Vulnerable Children Independent Newspapers Limited (INL) Christian Fellowship, has paid a visit to Comforter Rescue Mission and Orphanage Home as part of its annual outreach to… The post Independent Newspapers Christian Fellowship Visits Orphanage Home appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

BitMARTe Industries Ltd has of­ficially launched its e-commerce platform, bitMarte.com, with a promise to address key challeng­es facing online shopping in Ni­geria and across Africa. Dr. Eke Eke, the Chief… The post BitMARTe Launches E-commerce Platform With Same-City, Same-Day Delivery, Buyer Protection appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

LAGOS – The United States’ reported air­strikes on terrorist enclaves in parts of northern Nigeria have triggered a wave of reactions across the country, reigniting debates about security, sovereignty, and… The post U.S. Airstrikes In Nigeria Stir Hope, Controversy, Hard Questions appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Ukrainian media reported that hypersonic Kinzhal missiles were among the weapons used, with energy infrastructure reportedly targeted.

IBADAN – The Chief Executive Officer of Smile Dove Nigeria Limited, Am­bassador Oluwasesan Marcus Debo, has described the recent United States travel restrictions on Nigerians as a response to Nigeria’s… The post US Travel Ban Reflects Fear Of Nigerian Potentials, Not Failure — Smile Dove CEO appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde,interacted with select media professionals from across the country in Ibadan, the state capital, within the The post Nigerians will shock politicians, elites in 2027 – Makinde appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

A policy-focused roundtable organised by Women Advocates Research and Documentation Centre (WARDC) in partnership with Amplify Change The post Nigeria’s maternal health crisis takes centre stage at WARDC policy roundtable appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

OWERRI – Worried by the rising tempo of insecurity in various parts of the country, the twenty-one (21) Communities in the Ower­ri North Council Area of Imo State have established… The post Insurgency: Owerri North Communities Establish Vigilance Groups appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Ikechi Uko, organiser of the AKWAABA African Travel and Tourism Market said the entire carnival was deliberately designed to spotlight the rich traditions and cultural diversity of Cross River’s many tribes.

The Och’Idoma, His Royal Maj­esty Agaba’Idu Elaigwu Odog­bo Obagaji John, has declared 23 December as Idoma Day, to be observed annually by Idoma people worldwide, while unveil­ing a far reaching… The post Och’Idoma Declares Every Dec 23 As Idoma Day, Unveils Roadmap For Cultural Renewal appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

LAGOS – The President -General of the Maritime Workers’ Union of Ni­geria (MWUN), Comrade Francis Bunu Abi, has felicitate Chris­tians on Christmas celebrations in Nigeria and across the world, wishing… The post MWUN PG, Bunu Felicitates Christians At Christmas appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

As United States of America’s warplanes pounded suspected Islamic State positions in Sokoto State on Christmas Day, President Donald Trump The post Sokoto Airstrikes: Nigeria’s diplomatic appeals fall on deaf ears as US clings to Christian genocide narrative appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

…The Sun editor, US-Based Prof, Others To Be Honored  All roads will lead to the famous Christ’s School, Ado-Ekiti in Ek­iti State, today, Saturday, 27th De­cember, 2025, as the 82/87… The post Ekiti Agog As Christ’s School Old Boys Get Awards Today appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The chairman of the Constitution Review Committee says proposals to strengthen the Council of State are aimed at giving it a meaningful second-look role in major national decisions, not the power to veto government action.

 As Nigeria battles inflation, insecurity and deepening social anxiety, churches and mosques across the country are witnessing unprecedented attendance. From Abuja to Kano, Lagos to Gombe, faith has become both… The post Faith Under Pressure: Why Population Of Worshippers May Double At Religious Centres In 2026 appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

After many decades of ravaging West African countries, especially Nigeria, Lassa fever may soon be contained in the sub-region as scientists The post How Ebola outbreak stimulates development of Lassa fever vaccine appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

ABUJA – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has sharply criticised the December 25, 2025 air­strikes carried out by the Unit­ed States Africa Command (AF­RICOM) on suspected terrorist locations in Sokoto.… The post ADC Criticises Sokoto Bombings, Says Foreign Assistance Not Sustainable appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Alhaji Murisiku Abidemi Siyanbade chaired the committee that organised the 2025 General Assembly of the Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria The post Why Southwest muslims back Tinubu’s govt — Siyanbade appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has urged the Federal Government to effectively communi­cate with Nigerians on the U.S strike on terrorists. A press statement on Friday signed by Comrade Ini… The post U.S Strike On Terrorists: Communicate Effectively To Nigerians, PDP Tells FG appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

United States President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he ordered a "powerful and deadly" military strike against Islamic State militants in Northwest Nigeria. The operation, executed on Christmas Day, targeted what the president described as "ISIS Terrorist Scum" responsible for the persecution of Christians. Trump stated on Truth Social that he had previously warned these groups to "stop the slaughtering of Christians" or face "hell to pay." He characterised the mission as a series of "numerous perfect strikes" carried out by the "Department of War." In his concluding remarks, Trump wrote: "Under my leadership, our Country will not allow Radical Islamic Terrorism to prosper. May God Bless our Military, and MERRY CHRISTMAS to all, including the dead Terrorists, of which there will be many more if their slaughter of Christians continues."

ABUJA – The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Finance has successfully sealed a USD 1.26 billion financing for the execution of Phase 1, Section 2 of the Lagos– Calabar… The post FG Secures USD 1.26bn Financing For Section 2 Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Ebumawe of Ago-Iwoye, Oba Abdulrasak Adesina Adenugba, has strongly denied allegations of land grabbing, intimidation, and destruction The post Ebumawe dismisses land-grabbing claims, insists allegations are false, misleading appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Stakeholders in Nigeria’s education sector have continued to express their thoughts on the recently held Demonstration Day for the TETFund The post Stakeholders hail TETFund’s TETFAIR, ASIP for bridging research industry appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The woes of poultry farmers seem to have been aggravated with the challenge of low patronage reported across markets, hawkers and road The post Chickens everywhere, but no buyers anywhere appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Lagos is struggling under the weight of its own refuse. From Surulere to Ikorodu, Alimosho to Kosofe, Mushin to Agege, Itire to Oshodi, The post Heaps of waste overrun Lagos as residents fear looming health crisis appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of Ghana, has expressed deep apprecia­tion to His Imperial Majesty, the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, for the honour and… The post Mahama Hails Ooni Of Ife, Reaffirms Respect For Yoruba Tradition, Pan- African Unity appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Leadership has long sparked debate, straddling the lines between theory and practice, instinct and strategy, and art and science. In a The post ‘Why leadership, followership are key to attainment of good governance’ appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

His Royal Majesty, King Dr. Appolus Chu, OFR, has underscored the critical role of traditional institutions in fostering peace, stability and The post ‘Traditional institutions, govt must collaborate for community progress’ appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.