President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, has said the association’s visit to the residence of President Bola Tinubu and the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, was to felicitate with the First Family during the Christmas season The post CAN visits Tinubu’s, says security push yielding results appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Former Arsenal player Paul Merson has predicted the Premier League match-day 18 games taking place on Christmas, Boxing Day and this weekend. Manchester United will take on Newcastle United at Old Trafford on Boxing Day. On Saturday afternoon, Nottingham Forest will clash with Manchester City, followed by Liverpool facing Wolves at Anfield in the evening. […] EPL: Merson predicts Chelsea vs Aston Villa, Arsenal against Brighton, other fixtures

Three years after the death of former Ondo State Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, his widow, Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, has offered a deeply personal reflection on love, loss and the ideals that defined The post Akeredolu’s widow recalls late ex-Ondo governor in emotional tribute  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Education minister Tunji Alausa, on behalf of FG, has reached a new agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), ending a 16-year crisis.

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested eight individuals for allegedly breaching public peace, unlawful assembly, obstructing traffic, and assaulting officers in Sango-Ota. Oluseyi Babaseyi, the command’s spokesperson, stated on Friday that the arrests followed incidents on December 25, 2025, at Temidire Junction and the Sango-Ota under-bridge. Babaseyi said the group, operating under the name […] The post Eight Arrested In Ogun for Public Disturbance, Assault On Police appeared first on OsunDefender.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has expressed deep concern over the airstrikes carried out by the United States Africa Command (AFRICOM) in Sokoto State, describing the development as a disturbing The post ADC raises concerns over US AFRICOM airstrikes in Sokoto appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Tunisia head coach Sami Trabelsi is aware of Nigeria’s attacking strength but insists they are focused on neutralising their opponents, DAILY POST reports. The Super Eagles boast some of the finest forwards in Africa, including Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, Samuel Chukwueze and Moses Simon. The quartet was impressive in Nigeria’s 2-1 victory over Tanzania on […] AFCON 2025: Tunisia will stop Osimhen, Lookman, others – Trabelsi 

The 2025 Christmas edition of the Kumasi Comedy Show delivered an unforgettable evening of laughter, music, and pure entertainment, featuring some of the country’s finest talents.

…disrupts multiple flights  Flight operations involving a newly acquired Embraer 195-E2 aircraft belonging to Air Peace Limited were disrupted on Boxing Day following a ground handling incident at the Murtala The post Air Peace grounds new embraer jet after ground handling incident at Lagos Airport appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

The Nigeria Police Force has announced the arrest of two notorious kidnapping kingpins whose operations spanned across four northern states. Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, in a statement on Friday, confirmed that the suspects were apprehended during a high-stakes covert operation in Kwara State. The operation, conducted by the Force Intelligence Department–Intelligence Response […] The post Police Arrest Terrorist Seen Flaunting Firearms In Viral Video, Recover AK-47, Cash appeared first on OsunDefender.

The Unique Precious Care Foundation (UPCF) has reaffirmed its commitment to humanitarian service with the hosting of its 2025 Children’s Christmas Party and Back-to-School Empowerment Programme, reaching over 100 vulnerable The post UPCF brings Christmas cheer, school support to over 100 vulnerable children in Akwa Ibom appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Nigeria’s major tax reforms start Jan 1, 2026. The new laws aim to ease financial pressure, exempting most workers and small businesses from key taxes. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-confirms-major-tax-reforms-to-take-effect-january-1-2026/

Wife of the Rivers State Governor, Lady Valerie Fubara, urges Rivers children to be obedient and respectful during a special Yuletide party in Port Harcour Read More: https://punchng.com/yuletide-be-obedient-respectful-fubaras-wife-urges-rivers-children/

President Bola Tinubu joined Jumat prayers at a Lagos mosque, where the Imam advised him he can’t satisfy everyone and urged him to stay resolute. Read More: https://punchng.com/you-cant-satisfy-everyone-lagos-imam-tells-tinubu/

As part of efforts to ensure a safe and peaceful festive season, the Greater Accra Regional Police Command has arrested 101 suspects during targeted operations at Kwame Nkrumah Circle, Nungua, Adabraka, Achimota, East Legon, and Railways.

The National Assembly has clarified issues surrounding the passage, presidential assent, and official publication of four major fiscal laws amid growing public debate. The Acts are the Nigeria Tax Act, 2025; Nigeria Tax Administration Act, 2025; Joint Revenue Board of The post NASS clarifies process on tax, revenue acts amid outrage appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Nigerian cinemas operate on a multi-faceted business model, generating revenue primarily through ticket sales and concessions, with proceeds shared among key stakeholders, including government, cinema operators, distributors, and producers. This The post Examining revenue streams, profit sharing in Nigerian cinemas appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed deep sadness over the death of renowned educationist and administrator, Professor Adamu Baikie, describing his passing as a huge loss to Nigeria’s education sector The post Tinubu mourns education icon Prof Baikie appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

A NAHCO ground handling vehicle damaged a new Air Peace aircraft at Lagos airport, causing significant flight disruptions. Read about the incident’s impact Read More: https://punchng.com/nahco-equipment-damages-air-peace-aircraft-disrupts-flight-operations/

Questioning critics of foreign military involvement, Oibe asked why anyone would oppose efforts to eliminate terror groups responsible for the deaths of innocent citizens.

Fifteen individuals have been arrested following sporadic gunfire at the Ho Central Mosque earlier today, Friday, December 26.

Fifteen individuals have been arrested following sporadic gunfire at the Ho Central Mosque earlier today, Friday, December 26.

The South East Renewed Hope Agenda (SERHA) Ebonyi state chapter has distributed Christmas food items to residents as part of efforts to support vulnerable households

The Nigeria Police Force has recorded a major breakthrough with the arrest of two suspected bandits and kidnapping kingpins linked to violent crimes across four states. The suspects were arrested during a covert operation by operatives of the Force Intelligence The post Police arrest two bandit kingpins, recover arms, cash in Kwara appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has assured Nigerians that the reforms being implemented by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu would develop the nation. Governor Okpebholo said a robust strategies in collaboration The post Tinubu’s reform will develop Nigeria, says Okpebholo  appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday joined Muslim faithful for Jumat prayers at the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos, where the presiding Imam urged him to remain steadfast in pursuing The post Imam urges Tinubu to stay focused on national vision at Jumat prayers appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Flight operations of Air Peace were disrupted on Friday after its newly acquired Embraer 195-E2 aircraft was damaged by ground handling equipment operated by the Nigerian Aviation Handling Company (NAHCO) Plc at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Lagos. A The post Air Peace operations disrupted as aircraft suffers equipment damage in Lagos appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

An NGO urges the Nigerian government to classify sickle cell patients as disabled to ease their financial burden through enrollment in the NHIS. Read More: https://punchng.com/categorise-sickle-cell-patients-as-plwds-ngo-urges-fg/

Over 250 insecticide-treated mosquito nets were distributed to pregnant women attending primary health centres in the two communities.

Arne Slot believes Hugo Ekitike’s run of five goals in four matches indicates the striker has heeded the Liverpool manager’s advice when it comes to improving his fitness. The 23-year-old scored on his first three appearances after joining from Eintracht The post Slot says Ekitike reaping rewards for greater physicality appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

"The money is in my custody, while we do proper documentation for their release. 75 million naira will go to freeing prisoners and 75 million naira will go for hospital bills.

"History will long remember Prof Baikie for his stewardship at the University of Benin and, later, as a Nigerian appointed to lead a foreign university, and as the pioneer vice chancellor of the Nasarawa State University, Keffi," the President said.

Mfon Ben, a lawyer, a top PDP member and a former chairman of Uyo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State, speaks with Premium Times about Akwa Ibom politics, and his views on Governor Umo Eno’s performance. The post Many of Gov Eno’s supporters don’t believe in him – Former LG chair appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Osun APC accuses Governor Adeleke of using state agencies to block their campaign billboards. The state government refutes the claims as baseless. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-apc-accuses-adeleke-of-stifling-opposition-agency-refutes-claims/

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Seyi Tinubu on his installation as the Okanlòmo of Eyọ Oba Alakete Pupa, Laba Ekun, describing the honour as a reflection of service, character, and commitment to culture. In a post shared on The post Sanwo-Olu congratulates Seyi Tinubu on installation as Okanlomo Eyo appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has expressed strong disapproval following reports of the arrest of two staff members of Awaso STEM Senior High School in the Western North Region over the alleged theft of food supplies meant for students.