Ahead of 2026, a prominent Nigerian pastor has warned all citizens to pray fervently, urging strong spiritual vigilance as the New Year approaches.

A Nigerian man rode his bike from Lagos to Spain. Kunle Adeyanju shared his experiences on the road. He told Legit.ng he has arrived in Spain and now in London.

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the House of Representatives has summoned the Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Bayo Ojulari, to appear before it on Monday, December 15, 2025, over multiple audit queries The post Reps summon NNPCL boss over abandoned projects, tax breaches appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Minister of Food and Agriculture Eric Opoku says Ghana stands to gain far more from agriculture than any other sector, insisting that every cedi channelled into farming delivers exponential returns in food security, jobs and national stability.

On 26 November, Nigeria’s president, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, announced in a statement personally signed by him that he had “decided to declare a nationwide security emergency” to be accompanied by some measures, including the recruitment by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and the Armed Forces of 20,000 and 50,000 new personnel respectively. In the fortnight […] The post Police state or state police?, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

It noted that the planned protest would be peaceful but resolute and aimed at compelling the government to act decisively. The post NLC threatens nationwide protest over insecurity appeared first on Vanguard News.

More than 72 civil society organisations have thrown their full support behind the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS), Dr. Zacch Adedeji, describing recent allegations from some groups as baseless and driven by malice. The post Over 72 CSOs back FIRS boss, write Reps Speaker appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Super Eagles first-choice goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali is doubtful for the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco after sustaining injuries to his ankle and hands. According to Supersport.com, quoting Nwabali’s head coach at Chippa United, Vusimuzi Vilakazi, the Nigerian The post Nwabali doubtful for AFCON 2025 due to injury appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Manhyia South Member of Parliament, Nana Adjei Baffour Awuah, has expressed surprise and concern over Parliament’s decision to formally notify the Electoral Commission (EC) of a vacancy in the Kpandai Constituency despite active legal processes challenging the decision.

He described estimated billing as one of the "most notorious features" of the power supply subsector and “criminal” in nature.

President Tinubu welcomes the release of 100 pupils abducted in Niger State and orders security agencies to secure the freedom of the remaining hostages. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-welcomes-release-of-100-niger-pupils-orders-rescue-of-others/

As part of effort to celebrate people of excellence and outstanding contributions across various professional fields, Sparklight News has unveiled the recipients of its 2025 Awards with prominent figures such The post Sparklight News holds 2025 lecture, awards Friday in Ogun appeared first on The Nation Newspaper.

Sunday Apah Megafun Plus Limited, a leading communications and media strategy firm, is pleased to announce the launch of a major End-of-Year festive awareness campaign on behalf of Tantita Security… The post Tantita, Megafun Plus Launch “Tantita Safe Christmas” Festive Season Awareness Campaign appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Senate on Monday called on the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to collaborate on a comprehensive review of Nigeria’s anti-drug legislation. The upper chamber noted that the National Assembly completed amendments The post Senate urges stakeholders to revisit NDLEA Act amendment appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Ghana’s utility landscape entered a phase of steady and cumulative pricing adjustments in 2025, with the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) approving a combined 18.34% increase in electricity tariffsand 4.02% for water. These increments were spread across quarterly reviews.

Accra was buzzing on the evening of 4 December, as stakeholders from across the plastics value chain. Policymakers, recyclers, grassroots waste-collectors, private-sector innovators, and civil-society actors filled the Accra Marriott Hotel for the maiden Ghana Plastics Leadership Awards.

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has directed chief directors and audit heads across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to ensure that infractions recorded in the Auditor-General’s Report are reduced to the barest minimum next year.

"That's not the way I feel but he has the right to feel how he feels things. I haven't felt that at all," said Liverpool coach Slot to supporters. The post Liverpool boss Slot says Salah relationship not broken appeared first on Vanguard News.

"And we know what is there, and we know that the only person that this government does not want to be on the ballot is..."

Sixteen members of the Rivers House of Assembly, including the Speaker, Martin Amaewhule, announced their defection from the PDP to the APC on Friday during plenary. The post PDP vows legal action over Rivers lawmakers’ defection appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Celebrated and talented Nollywood actress, Dayo Amusa, has been elected the National Vice President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN). The election was a remarkable success at the just-concluded… The post Dayo Amusa Emerges National Vice President Of Actors Guild Of Nigeria appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Special Assistant on Media and Public Affairs to Chief Timipre Sylva, Chief Julius Bokoru, has condemned the sealing of his principal’s Maitama home in Abuja by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). Bokoru, in a statement titled, “a The post Aide kicks as EFCC seals Sylva’s Abuja home appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

The Nigerian Bar Association in Osun State urges Governor Adeleke to resolve the ongoing JUSUN court strike within seven days to avoid a state of emergency Read More: https://punchng.com/nba-tells-adeleke-to-end-court-strike-in-seven-days/

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has granted final operating licences to 82 Bureaux De Change (BDC) under its updated regulatory framework and cautioned members of the public against engaging with unlicensed foreign exchange operators. The post CBN issues 82 new BDC licences, moves to curb unregistered FX operators appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Samuel Ogidan A fresh wave of loyalty swept through the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at the weekend as its statutory organs and leadership blocs closed ranks around the newly elected… The post PDP Organs Storm Abuja, Close Ranks Behind Turaki’s New NWC appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

The Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has received 100 released students of Saint Mary’s Catholic Private Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Agwara Local Government Area of the state.

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has urged staff of the Osu Tax Service Centre to scale up their efforts in domestic revenue mobilisation.

The NBA's anti-corruption committee said the observance is anchored on the principles of the United Nations Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC), which he urged Nigeria to fully domesticate and implement. The post NBA anti-corruption committee to commemorate global anti-corruption day, pledges stronger fight against graft appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

The Mafi Traditional Council has officially announced the 77th edition of the Mafi Hogbetsotso Festival, a week-long celebration that will bring together chiefs, community members, and guests from across Ghana and the diaspora to commemorate one of the most significant events in Ewe history.

CHIDI UGWU Disability organizations intensified their appeal for more effective government coordination and targeted support for Nigeria’s lesser-recognized disability communities. The event, held by the Inclusive Friends Association (IFA) and… The post Nigerian Disability Advocates Call For Unified Government Response To Overlooked Groups appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

Four persons – all male – were gunned down by unknown assailants in the Nawfia community in Njikoka Local Government Council Area of Anambra State. Nawfia is the hometown of Chief Nwoye, popularly called Glamour, who is the Deputy Chief The post Police launch manhunt as assailants kill 4 in Soludo’s aide’s community appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

Gunmen killed pastor's wife and injured several others following a deadly attack on Saint Andrew’s Church in Lilu, Ihiala local government area of Anambra State.

“My directive to our security forces remains that all the students and other abducted Nigerians across the country must be rescued and brought back home safely. We must account for all the victims,” the President stated.

President Bola Tinubu has flagged off the temporary use of the 37.9-kilometre Bodo-Bonny Road, ending decades of arduous river crossings and costly helicopter rides for residents of the historic Bonny Kingdom and surrounding Ogoni communities. The post Tinubu opens Bodo-Bonny Road, ending decades of river crossings, expensive helicopter transport appeared first on The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News.

CHIDI UGWU Nigeria’s railway modernisation drive has received a major boost following the completion of a 15-day intensive rail transit technology seminar for Nigerian professionals, hosted by China Railway Signal… The post Nigeria, China Deepen Rail Technology Ties As FUT Daura, CRSC Conclude Intensive Training Programme appeared first on Independent Newspaper Nigeria.

A 17-year-old lost his hand in a Germany firework accident, sparking renewed calls for a nationwide ban on private pyrotechnics for New Year’s. Read More: https://punchng.com/teenager-loses-hand-in-germany-firework-accident/