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NLC: Workers not consulted on new tax laws – FG should suspend implementation
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has asked the federal government to suspend the implementation of recently enacted tax laws until a widespread enlightenment campaign is conducted. In an interview with Arise Television, Benson Upah, NLC spokesperson, said while Nigerian workers are the largest tax-paying group in the country, they were not consulted in the processes […]
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DHQ confirms U.S. strikes ISIS elements in Nigeria
The Armed Forces of Nigeria, in conjunction with the United States of America, has conducted precision strike operations against identified foreign ISIS-linked elements operating in parts of Northwest Nigeria. Director of Defence Information (DDI), Maj.-Gen. Samaila Uba, confirmed this in a statement in the early hours of Friday. Uba said the operation was executed with the […]
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FG Confirms Security Cooperation With US, Others to Tackle Terrorism
The Federal Government has confirmed that Nigeria remains engaged in structured security cooperation with international partners, including the United States, to address the persistent threat of terrorism and violent extremism. In a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the government said the collaboration involves intelligence sharing, strategic coordination and other forms of support in […]
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Presidency Debunks Viral Rumour: Femi Gbajabiamila Remains Chief of Staff to President Tinubu
The Presidency has firmly dismissed circulating reports on social media claiming that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has replaced his Chief of Staff, Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, with Principal Private Secretary Hakeem Muri-Okunola. In an official statement released on Christmas Day by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the Presidency described the […]
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Seven hospitalised as Lagos Island plaza fire damages nearby buildings
Seven people have been confirmed to have sustained varying degrees of burns in a fire that broke out at the 22-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House on Martins Street, Lagos Island, and have been hospitalised. The fire reportedly affected several nearby structures, including the seven-storey Radio Nigeria building, the popular Oluwole Plaza, a mosque, and other […]
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Borno Attack Will Not Break Nigeria’s Resolve, Says Shettima
Vice President Kashim Shettima has condemned in strong terms the bomb explosion that claimed about five lives and left several others injured at a Mosque in Gamboru Market, Maiduguri, Borno State, describing the attack as a despicable assault on innocent citizens and the peace of the nation. In a statement by his Senior Special Assistant […]
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Five worshippers killed, 35 injured as suicide bomber attacks mosque in Maiduguri
The police command in Borno says five worshippers were killed and 35 others injured after a suicide bomber inside detonated an improvised explosive device (IED) inside a mosque at Gamborun Market in Maiduguri, the state capital. Nahum Daso, police spokesperson in Borno, who confirmed the casualty figures, said the injured victims were immediately evacuated to hospitals […]
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Two Kano lawmakers die within one hour
The Kano State House of Assembly was plunged into mourning on Wednesday following the sudden death of two of its members within an hour. The Assembly’s spokesperson, Kamaludden Shawai, confirmed the tragic sequence of events to news correspondents. The Assembly first announced the passing of Aminu Sa’adu, the member representing Ungoggo Local Government Area. Mr Sa’adu reportedly […]
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Corruption masking God’s blessings on Nigeria – EFCC chair
The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, Ola Olukoyede, has said corruption is masking God’s abundant blessings on Nigeria and continues to hold the country back from attaining its full potential. Olukoyede made the remarks in Abuja on Wednesday in his Christmas message to Nigerians, where he urged citizens to unite against corruption […]
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House begins tax law probe, Ndume pushes for suspension
The House of Representatives Committee investigating alleged discrepancies in Nigeria’s gazetted tax laws has pledged to submit its report as soon as its work is concluded. The Chairman of the Committee, Muktar Betara, gave the assurance on Wednesday following the inaugural meeting of the panel, which was held in Abuja on Tuesday. Betara chairs the […]
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Japa: Nigerian nurses practising in UK hit over 16,000
No fewer than 16,156 Nigerian-trained nurses and midwives have been licensed to practise in the United Kingdom between 2017 and September 30, 2025, newsmen reports. This figure is based on the latest data from the UK’s Nursing and Midwifery Council register, obtained exclusively by news correspondent on Wednesday. The figure highlights a significant trend in […]
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Tinubu urges unity, religious tolerance in Christmas message
President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to uphold unity, religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence, saying his administration remains committed to protecting the rights and safety of citizens of all faiths. In his 2025 Christmas goodwill message released on Wednesday, the President congratulated Christians in Nigeria and across the world, describing Christmas as a season […]
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EFCC files money laundering charge against Malami, son
Immediate-past Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami (SAN), has been charged with money laundering. He will face a 16-count charge. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) charged him under Section 15(2) (d)  of the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act, 2011, as amended and punishable under Section 15(3). He is charged along […]
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Lack of political will hampering fight against insecurity — Kwankwaso
The 2023 presidential candidate of the New Nigeria People’s Party, NNPP, Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso, has said that a lack of political will on the part of the President Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government is hampering efforts to tackle insecurity in the country. Kwankwaso, a two-term former governor of Kano State, stated this while speaking as Special […]
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PDP crisis: INEC rejects Turaki-led NWC, cites court judgments
The Independent National Electoral Commission has said it will not recognise the Kabiru Turaki-led National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party, citing subsisting court judgments and unresolved legal processes. INEC stated this in a letter dated December 22, 2025, and signed by its Secretary, Dr Rose Oriaran-Anthony, which was made available to our correspondent. […]
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Adeleke’s defection attracting more members to Accord – Chair
The Accord has announced a surge in nationwide membership following the defection of Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, to its platform, positioning the party as a growing political force ahead of the 2026 governorship election. The National Chairman of the party, Maxwell Mgbudem, disclosed this on Tuesday during a press conference at the party’s […]
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Davido to join Accord Party 

Davido to join Accord Party 

December 23, 2025

rammy-nominated singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has announced that he will visit Osun State to collect his Accord Party membership card, days after his uncle, Governor Ademola Adeleke, formally joined the party. Davido made the announcement on Tuesday via his social media pages, saying he would be at the Osun State Government House in Osogbo. […]
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Pope Leo XIV Calls For Global Truce On Christmas Day
Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday called for a global truce on Christmas Day, expressing “great sadness” that “apparently Russia rejected a request” for one. “I am renewing my request to all people of good will to respect a day of peace — at least on the feast of the birth of our Saviour,” Leo told […]
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Lookman stunner grabs opening AFCON win for Super Eagles
Ademola Lookman was Nigeria’s African Cup of Nations hero once again as the Super Eagles claimed an opening 2-1 win over Tanzania in Group C. Semi Ajayi headed Nigeria into a 36th minute lead and Victor Osimhen had a brilliant backheel flick ruled out for offside within a minute of the restart. But some slack […]
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INEC rejects Makinde-backed PDP NWC, cites pending court cases
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has rejected the request to recognise the national working committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) led by Kabiru Turaki. The electoral umpire cited multiple court judgements for its decision. The Turaki-led PDP NWC has the support of Seyi Makinde, governor of Oyo, and Bala Mohammed, his Bauchi counterpart. In […]
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Senate passes Tinubu’s N58.47trn 2026 budget for second reading
The senate on Tuesday passed the N58.47 trillion 2026 appropriation bill of President Bola Tinubu for second reading. The passage followed a lead debate by Opeyemi Bamidele, senator representing Ekiti central and senate leader, who sponsored the bill titled ‘A Bill for an Act to Authorise the Issue from the Consolidated Revenue Fund of the […]
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Atiku calls for suspension of new tax laws, asks EFCC to probe ‘alterations’
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has called for the immediate suspension of the new tax laws over alleged alterations made after passage by the national assembly. Last week, Abdussamad Dasuki, a member of the house of representatives from Sokoto, claimed that the gazetted tax laws differ from the version passed by the national assembly. Following the allegation, the […]
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Tanker rams into Akpabio’s convoy, kills police dispatch rider
A petrol tanker on Sunday rammed into the convoy of Senate President Godswill Akpabio, killing a police dispatch rider, Ibrahim Hussaini. Akpabio announced the passing of the dispatch rider on Tuesday during the plenary, where he condoled with the family of the deceased. Dispatch riders, often police officers, usually ride government-branded motorcycles as part of […]
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KWAM 1 withdraws suit challenging Awujale succession
KWAM 1, the Fuji singer born Wasiu Ayinde, has withdrawn his suit challenging the ongoing selection process of the next Awujale of Ijebuland. The singer filed a notice of discontinuance at the high court of justice of Ogun state, Ijebu-Ode judicial division, bringing an end to his legal action seeking to halt the installation of a […]
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FG orders contractors to reopen highways, bars festive periods road closures without approval
The Federal Government has ordered contractors handling its road projects to immediately open up major highways where construction is ongoing, warning that no contractor will henceforth be allowed to close work sites during festive periods without the express approval of the Federal Ministry of Works. The directive came as the government also instructed contractors operating […]
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I’ll Not Support Tinubu For 2027 Like Wike — Makinde
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has declared that he will not support President Bola Tinubu in the 2027 elections, revealing that the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, had volunteered to “hold the PDP” for the president without consultation. Makinde made the statement on Tuesday at the Government House in Ibadan during a […]
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Mohammed takes over as NMDPRA chief
The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority on Tuesday completed a leadership transition as its outgoing Authority Chief Executive, Farouk Ahmed, formally handed over to the incoming chief executive, Saidu Aliyu Mohammed, in a ceremony, underscoring continuity and accountability. The Authority disclosed this in a post on its official X handle, where it said […]
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Igboho demands FG action as gunmen kill farmers in hometown
Yoruba nation activist, Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho, on Monday raised the alarm over the killing of three farmers during a fresh attack by  gunmen in Igboho, his hometown in Orelope Local Government Area of Oyo State. Adeyemo, in a statement issued in Ibadan, called on President Bola Tinubu and the Federal Government […]
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