71 minutes ago No French military presence in Nigeria, FG replies Niger president Tchiani

The Federal Government has dismissed claims made by Niger Republic’s President, Abdourahamane Tchiani, regarding the presence of a French military camp in Borno State. Tchiani made the claim during his Christmas Day Broadcast. In a statement signed by the Special Assistant on Media and Communications Strategy to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Alkasim Abdulkadir on Read More

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1 hour ago Commuters in S’East groan over fare hikes, multiple police, military checkpoints

Commuters in Imo and Abia states travelling for the Christmas celebration and other private purposes have cried out over the astronomical hike in fares by transporters. They also bemoaned the longer travelling time and stress occasioned by the “numerous” military and police checkpoints mounted at close range on the various routes in the South-East states. […] The post Commuters in S’East groan over fare hikes, multiple police, military checkpoints appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 hours ago Ewa offers scholarships to students of Fed Poly, lifts 5, 000 families, traditional rulers

As Nigerians celebrate the yuletide amid the hardship and increasing food inflation in the country, the Cross River State Commissioner for Special Duties and Inter-governmental Relations, Oden Ewa, has extended his philanthropic gestures to people of Yakurr Local Government Area of the state, to ease their sufferings and enable them have a joyous Christmas celebration. […] The post Ewa offers scholarships to students of Fed Poly, lifts 5, 000 families, traditional rulers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 hours ago 2027: “Tinubu Is Doing Well, All Alliances Against Him Will End In Futility” – Doyin Okupe Tells Opposition Groups

Former Director-General of Peter Obi’s Presidential Campaign Organisation, Doyin Okupe, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over his performance. Mr. Okupe claimed that it will be very  difficult for opposition parties to unseat President Tinubu in 2027, due to his current score card. The former presidential aide also noted that every alliances formed against Tinubu […] The post 2027: “Tinubu Is Doing Well, All Alliances Against Him Will End In Futility” – Doyin Okupe Tells Opposition Groups appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 hours ago Eno feeds Akwa Ibomites, distributes 45,440 bags of rice to 2,272 villages

Akwa Ibom State Government has shared 20 bags of rice each to the 2,272 villages to mark the Christmas celebration read more Eno feeds Akwa Ibomites, distributes 45,440 bags of rice to 2,272 villages

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5 hours ago Kidnapped Anambra lawmaker’s vehicle recovered, rescue operation ongoing – Police

The Anambra State Police Command has recovered the vehicle of Justice Azuka, the lawmaker representing Onitsha North Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly, who was abducted on Tuesday night. Azuka was kidnapped by unidentified gunmen along Ugwunapampa Road, Inland Town, Onitsha, while returning home for the Christmas holiday. In a press statement on Read More

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7 hours ago Bauchi CAN commiserates with Gombe counterpart over Christmas Day accident

Tribune Online Bauchi CAN commiserates with Gombe counterpart over Christmas Day accident The Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Bauchi State, Rev. Abraham Damina Dimeus, has commiserated with the Gombe State chapter of CAN over the unfortunate incident that left many Christians injured on Christmas Day. The CAN Chairman described the accident as deeply unfortunate, occurring at a time when Christians should have been […] Bauchi CAN commiserates with Gombe counterpart over Christmas Day accident Tribune Online

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7 hours ago Bauchi governor reacts to NSCIA’s warning against siting of Sayawa chiefdom headquarters in Tafawa Balewa Town

From Paul Orude, Bauchi Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has reacted to the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs warning against citing the Sayawa Chiefdom headquarters in Tafawa Balewa town. Mohammed spoke on Thursday when the State Chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) paid him a Christmas visit at Government House, Bauchi, on […] The post Bauchi governor reacts to NSCIA’s warning against siting of Sayawa chiefdom headquarters in Tafawa Balewa Town appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 hours ago [ICYMI] EPL: Liverpool host Foxes, Arsenal prepare for life without Saka, other fixtures

Christmas Premier League chart-toppers Liverpool are overwhelming favourites to see off struggling Leicester on Boxing Day. No EPL game is taking place on Christmas Day, December 25. Yuletide games are scheduled for 26 and 27 for Match Day 18. Match Day 19, however, resumes on 29 and 3o and then January 1, 2025. The right Read More

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8 hours ago Christmas: Achado calls on IGP, APC to caution Gov Alia as govt seals business centres in Benue

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Austin Achado, a member of the House of Representatives for Gwer East/Gwer West Federal Constituency, has condemned what he described as “unlawful closure of business premises and sustained harassment by the Benue state government.” Achado made this call while briefing the press on Thursday in Makurdi over the sealing of City […] The post Christmas: Achado calls on IGP, APC to caution Gov Alia as govt seals business centres in Benue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 hours ago Christmas: “Tinubu’s Reforms Beginning To Yield Results, 2025 Will Be Better” – Ganduje Tells Nigerians

The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, has appealed to Nigerians to be patient with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. The former governor of Kano State, called for more support for the President amid hardship facing the country. Ganduje in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Edwin Olofu, on Wednesday, […] The post Christmas: “Tinubu’s Reforms Beginning To Yield Results, 2025 Will Be Better” – Ganduje Tells Nigerians appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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12 hours ago Be Patient With Tinubu, His Reforms Are Beginning To Yield Results, Ganduje Tells Nigerians

He assured that by next year's Christmas the economy would have stabilized better. The post Be Patient With Tinubu, His Reforms Are Beginning To Yield Results, Ganduje Tells Nigerians appeared first on Channels Television.

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12 hours ago Ibadan Stampede: Mother Of Queen Naomi Appeals For Help Amid Daughter’s Remand

The mother of Prophetess Naomi Silekunola, the estranged wife of the Ooni of Ife, has sought help from Nigerians following her daughter’s remand in Agodi prison. The remand relates to a tragic stampede in Ibadan, which occurred during a children’s funfair that she had organised to bring joy to children during the Christmas season. The […] The post Ibadan Stampede: Mother Of Queen Naomi Appeals For Help Amid Daughter’s Remand appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 hours ago ‘You’re Our Backbone’ – VP Shettima Assures Youth Of Economic Transformation, Enhanced Welfare

Vice President Kashim Shettima has expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future, reaffirming the Federal Government’s commitment to national security, economic transformation, and the well-being of all citizens. In a Christmas message on Wednesday, Shettima assured Nigerians that President Bola Tinubu’s administration remains dedicated to improving their lives. “As we approach a new year, I want to […] The post ‘You’re Our Backbone’ – VP Shettima Assures Youth Of Economic Transformation, Enhanced Welfare appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 hours ago Christmas: Police deploy 3,000 officers for security operations in Borno

The Borno State Police Command has mobilised over 3,000 officers to ensure safety and security at churches and other critical locations throughout the state during the Christmas celebrations. The coordinated effort, which involved the police, military, Civilian Joint Task Force, and fire services, aimed to provide a peaceful and secure environment for worshippers. In a Read More

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32 hours ago Christmas: Two Police officers killed in gun battle against IPOB/ESN in Imo

Tribune Online Christmas: Two Police officers killed in gun battle against IPOB/ESN in Imo Two operatives of the Imo State Police Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit lost their lives in a gun battle while dismantling a notorious IPOB/ESN syndicate allegedly involved in kidnapping and armed robbery in the state. The operatives also killed three of the suspected IPOB/ESN kidnappers, arrested two others, and recovered six AK-47 rifles, 131 rounds of ammunition, […] Christmas: Two Police officers killed in gun battle against IPOB/ESN in Imo Tribune Online

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33 hours ago Christmas: S’East commuters lament fare hikes, delays at multiple checkpoints

Commuters in Imo and Abia, travelling for Christmas and other private purposes, have expressed deep concern over sharp fare hikes by transporters. They also lament the longer travel times and stress caused by the numerous military and police checkpoints positioned close together along various routes in the South-East states. A cross-section of people interviewed by Read More

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35 hours ago Russia Missiles Kill 1, Hit Ukraine Power Grid In Christmas Day Attack

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday described the Christmas day attack from Russia which killed one and destroyed the country’s power grid as ‘inhuman’. Russia launched over 170 missiles and drones against Ukraine on Wednesday, destroying the war-torn nation’s power grid and causing widespread blackouts. Ukraine woke up at 5:30 am (0330 GMT) to an […]

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36 hours ago  Christmas: Over 40 feared dead as Azerbaijan airplane crashes in Kazakhstan

Tribune Online  Christmas: Over 40 feared dead as Azerbaijan airplane crashes in Kazakhstan A devastating Christmas Day crash has left more than 40 people feared dead after an Azerbaijan Airlines plane with 72 people on board plummeted to the ground in Kazakhstan.  The incident occurred as the Embraer 190 aircraft, en route from Baku to Grozny, crashed in a fireball upon landing in Aktau, located on the Caspian […]  Christmas: Over 40 feared dead as Azerbaijan airplane crashes in Kazakhstan Tribune Online

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