Compiled by Demola Adefajo
The Nation
AGN President Faults CAN over Ini Edo’s A Very Dirty Christmas
Christmas: Governors, senators, others preach peace, unity
‘Support inmates, correctional centres’
Baze wins CGMA Business Leader Challenge
NIMN chief pledges transparency, accountability at investiture
Poor electricity supply likely to linger
Teenager selected as Malala fund education champion
Green Africa gets COO
Imoudu: Tinubu vows to improve workers’ welfare
Nigeria, U.S. hit terrorists in Sokoto
First Lady urges shared love, compassion
Governors seek peaceful co-existence
Cleric seeks discipline at Christmas, New Year
Guinness confirms Nigerian engineer’s 60-hour coding record
Nigeria, U.S. hit terrorists in Sokoto
Fed Govt: Borno attack won’t deter us
We will continue to promote religious tolerance, says Tinubu
Lagos health district rewards dedicated workers
Presidency: Gbajabiamila not replaced as Chief of Staff
Sweep away corruption from Nigeria, LP tells Tinubu
Tinubu felicitates Ganduje at 76, Adesegun at 70, Bagudu at 64, Ashiru at 62
Six Zamfara PDP lawmakers dump party for APC
Christmas: Mbah preaches love, peace
25-storey Great Nigeria Insurance House for demolition
No retreat, no surrender on war against insurgents, military chiefs vow
‘U.S. afraid of Nigeria’s potential’
Fed Govt: Borno attack won’t deter us
Alaafin, Oyo Speaker hail Makinde at 58
LASEMA to residents: vacate firm’s vicinity
Pope seeks peace, justice in war-torn communities
Osun community renovates police station
Sanwo-Olu: no Lagosian should feel forgotten
Abiodun sure of peaceful power transition
Akande, Oyetola: Oyebamiji will win
Egbeda, Ona Ara seek fair representation in Oyo
LAUTECH don urges scientists to take research beyond the shelves
Christmas: Kukah urges Nigerians to rise above divisions
MultiChoice Talent Factory opens applications for 2026
Jadani comes of age
To Adaego With Love set for February release
AGN President Faults CAN over Ini Edo’s A Very Dirty Christmas
Olisa Adibua, Juma Jux, Stonebwoy, ID Cabasa, others lead conversations at Africa Music Business Summit ahead of 9th AFRIMA
TIFF at 50: Omotola Jalade, Scarlett Johansson’s biggest year in film
How Nigerian Afrobeats conquered the world
2027: Tinubu will win Oyo convincingly, Ex-Oyo chief whip slams Makinde
Awosika builds three games courts in Ondo stadium
Captain Ndidi, Ajayi want improvement despite ‘spirited’ winning start
Aiyegbeni urges Super Eagles to brace for stiffer AFCON challenges
Oliseh responds as fans split over commentary on Eagles’ win
Chukwueze recalls difficult times at Milan
Imoudu: Tinubu vows to improve workers’ welfare
ICPC integrity ranking reflects Komolafe’s leadership, transparency drive at NUPRC – Oil sector group
Why tax reform is imperative, by Sanwo-Olu
Aviation, Petroleum ministries to stop use of papers
AfDB Group mobilises private capital to close continent’s financing gap
EDITORIAL: Relief on the roads
Tanko Muhammad (1953 – 2025)
Fake prophecy
Malami’s burden
Ethnic nationalism and national development
The Punch
Presidency denies Gbajabiamila’s removal as Tinubu’s CoS
Explosion reported in Sokoto community
LASG diverts traffic for Eyo festival
Northern govs mourn deaths of Kano lawmakers hours apart
Christmas: Govs, Saraki, APC preach love, tolerance
Philanthropist distributes foodstuffs to 250 Jigawa widows
Prisons decongestion: 7,900 inmates pardoned in three years
Police foil Benue Christmas Day kidnap attempt, rescue victim
Presidency denies Gbajabiamila’s removal as Tinubu’s CoS
Explosion reported in Sokoto community
UPDATED: Trump says US launched ‘numerous’ deadly strikes on terrorists in Nigeria
FG confirms US airstrikes on terrorists, cites intelligence cooperation
News
2026 budget: Anambra, Enugu, Kano lead in education funding
Christmas Day tanker explosion claims two lives in Lagos
Ogoni 100-bed specialist hospital nearing completion – HYPREP
Suspended Zamfara PDP lawmakers join APC, blame Lawal
Kwankwaso hosts 300 PhD holders educated through Kwankwasiyya scholarship
Arms import spending drops by 90% –Report
Christmas: Mohammed calls for unity, inclusive leadership
Gombe promotes unity through Bible quiz
Barau pays N7m owed Ex-Kano council chair
Sokoto NDLEA arrests 146, seizes illicit drugs
Jigawa commuters groan over high transportation costs
Yuletide: Kebbi First Lady supports police widows, families with N5m
NIS intercepts six trafficked persons at Niger border
Kwankwaso blames weak political will for insecurity
Malami, EFCC clash over court order
Why Gombe ECWA opted out of 2025 CAN Christmas rally
FG committed to protecting religious freedom – Tuggar
Abiodun vows to end Ogun bitter succession politics
NCoS awaits court order to free pardoned Adamawa death-row farmer
Olukoya makes case for female instrumentalists
Fubara’s wife celebrates Christmas babies
Banditry will soon become history in Sokoto – Gov
Yuletide: PFN supports families of inmates in Lagos
Sokoto INEC moves against underage registration, vote buying
Abiodun presents SUVs to 20 LG chairmen
FG confirms US airstrikes on terrorists, cites intelligence cooperation
Bauchi vows full implementation of agric framework
Olubadan hails late Harry Akande’s contributions to Ibadan
Mercy Chinwo, Alaseyori for Ogun praise concert
Education expert urges industry-aligned gown framework
UPDATED: Trump says US launched ‘numerous’ deadly strikes on terrorists in Nigeria
Cleric condemns Borno mosque blast, demands protection for worshippers
Borno bomb blast sparks heightened security nationwide
Sanwo-Olu orders demolition of 25-storey building gutted by fire
US records second-biggest lottery win as player clinches $1.8bn Powerball
PHOTOS: Tinubu, wife visit Kessington Adebutu in Lagos
Katsina gov unveils military quarters, celebrates Christmas with community
UN condemns Borno mosque bombing, calls for protection of worshippers
NiMet forecasts three days of sunshine, cloudiness across Nigeria
Tinubu’s reforms will deliver stability, says APC chairman
Christmas: Enugu gov urges Nigerians to uphold peace, love, sacrifice
Police nab 17 suspects, recover illicit drugs in Jigawa
Igbo community visits Kanu in Sokoto prison, celebrates Christmas with inmates
Sanwo-Olu expresses sympathy, assesses Balogun fire incident
Christmas: Ex-Rep urges Nigerians to embrace unity, love
Yuletide: Rep distributes ₦1bn palliative to widows across 34 Kogi wards
Christmas: Abia gov urges moderation, warns against reckless celebration
King Charles advocates peace, reconciliation in Christmas message
10 reasons Christmas is celebrated — Cleric
Kenyan church celebrates birth of ‘Black Messiah’ at Christmas
UK tech campaigner sues Trump administration over US sanctions
Christmas: Cleric urges Christian-Muslim unity for Nigeria’s progress
Police arrest five suspected kidnappers, cattle rustlers in Kano
Adeboye, wife urge Nigerians to embrace Christmas blessings
Atiku, El-Rufai call for unity in Christmas messages
Christmas: Trust God to fulfil promises, Bishop tells Christians
Northern govs condemn Borno mosque attack as barbaric
Borno mosque attack barbaric — Speaker Abbas
Death row inmate pardoned by Adamawa gov to be released Thursday – Commissioner
Hit-and-run driver kills pedestrian in Ogun
NDLEA cracks down on Jigawa drug peddlers
Lagos fire: China-returnee, others still trapped as traders count losses
FG reshuffles NCAA directors amid corruption allegations
Yuletide: Banks warn against holiday frauds
Coleman MD projects manufacturing growth in 2026
Abiodun promises peaceful, rancour-free handover in 2027
Kwankwaso mourns two Kano lawmakers who died hours apart
GOtv Boxing Night 34 Jam Festival holds Friday
LBHF Governor’s Belt lights up Boxing Day
Kuti retains Elicris T’tennis Cup, Ojomu wins first title
PICTORIAL: Nigerian celebrities light up social media with Christmas photos
Editorial: Emergency: S’Court ruling assaults federalism
Remember the hungry
Detty December, dirty reality and the American red card
Aláàfin Òyó cuddling a dead empire (1)
Defence Minister Christopher Musa has overpromised
Of merry and ‘dirty’ Christmases
Reinventing Nigeria’s banking sector for sustainability
Elon Musk: Conquering death with AI and chips
Dog bite and rabies: A public health risk
Despair to glory: Nigeria’s para-athletes’ journeys from hospital beds to podiums
Mass health insurance enrolment will curb brain drain —HMO MD
Fire, loss, uncertainty: Inside Gombe’s Kasuwar Katako Timber Market tragedy
UK-based author warns youths against instant-wealth mentality
Alumni donate classrooms, solar streetlights to Kwara school
Foundation awards scholarships to Lagos students
Ex-minister donates book to YABATECH
ThisDay
Video: US Launches Attack From Warship On Terror Camps In Nigeria
US Strikes Hit Terrorists’ Camps In Sokoto
FG Confirms US Strikes On Terrorist Targets In Nigeria, Attributes Action To Structured Security Cooperation
Trump Deploys U.S. Military Strike On ISIS Targets In Northwest Nigeria
Afrexim Bank’s Statement To Elumelu
Tunji Olaopa And The Reimagined Bureaucracy
Wike-Backed PDP NWC Inaugurates 19-Member Caretaker Committee In Lagos
CITN Raises Concern Over Alleged Discrepancies In Tax Law, Warns Of Compliance Risk
NUPRC, NDIC Emerge Tops On ICPC’s 2025 Integrity Report, NNPC, FCSC At Bottom
Tinubu At Christmas: I’m Committed To Religious Freedom, Security Of All Nigerians
Afrexim Bank’s Statement To Elumelu
Anambra State Launches SmartGov To Enhance Citizens’ Experience
Joydon Plans Lagos-Wide Expansion In 2026 Growth Push
SOStainability Partners UK University On Renewable Energy Tech
EiE: Tax Reforms Must Be Anchored On Trust, Transparency
Simba TVS Partners Credicorp To Empower 10,000 Women
SCAN Support Orphanage With Foodstuffs, Cash Donations
Despite Bargain Hunting, Stock Market Gains N953.35bn WoW
IpNX Clinches Key Awards At NiTA 2025
Obi, Okafor: Vision Beyond Politics
TikTok Honours The Power And Reach Of Nollywood Creators
How UBA Is Pushing The Literacy Agenda Through Its National Essay Competition
Reflections On Christmas In Lagos
MINDING THE MANGER’S MESSAGES
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Leadership
Shettima, Northern Governors, Others Decry Borno Mosque Suicide Bombing
Plateau Muslim Group Reaffirms Commitment To Peaceful Existence
Christmas: Accord Party Calls For Responsible Leadership
Senator Plang Distributes Rice, Cash To Constituents
Ododo Greets Christians, Harps On Peace, Unity
Be Tolerant, Kogi Assembly Speaker Tells Christians
What’s The Cost Of A Merry Christmas?
Christmas: Niger Rep Renews Commitment To Constituents
Zulum Celebrates Christmas With Frontline Soldiers In Borno
Gbajabiamila Remains Tinubu’s Chief of Staff — Presidency
Sokoto Promises Improved Electricity Supply in 2026
Guinness World Records Confirms Nigeria’s Yakubu’s 60-hour Coding Record
Cleric Foresees End To Hardship In Nigeria
Christmas: Kano Govt Assures Residents Of Equal Treatment
Christmas: Governor Calls For Collective Action Against Insecurity
Governor Sule Flags Off APC E-registration In Gudi Polling Unit
Kwara Governor Inaugurates Ilorin Union’s Skills Acquisition Hub
Christmas: Bauchi First Lady Distributes Cows, Food Items To Women Groups, Churches
Christmas: Anglican Bishop Preaches Love, Tolerance
Kaduna To List Mining Company On Stock Market
Bauchi Govt Reaffirms Commitment To Agricultural Investment Programme
Nigeria’s 2026 Budget And The Burden Of Proof
Christmas: Kogi Lawmaker Abejide Flags Off N1bn Food Distribution To Widows, Others
Marwa Emerges Security Leader Of The Year
Och’Idoma Declares December 23 As Idoma Day, Unveils Roadmap
Christmas: Archbishop Yahaya Calls For Unity, Prayers For Nigeria
5 Killed, Many Missing In Benue Attack
All Abducted Pupils, Workers Of Niger School Freed, Catholic Diocese Confirms
Shettima, Northern Governors, Others Decry Borno Mosque Suicide Bombing
New Penalties In Electoral Bill Won’t Guarantee Credible Polls – Analysts
AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Eye Victory Over Tunisia, Chelle Calls For Improvement
Abig Nwankwo Foundation Brings Christmas Relief To Widows, Indigent In Okija
Governor Radda Commissions Renovated Army Quarters, Donates ₦10m To Christian Families
UN Condemns Borno Mosque Bombing, Seeks Protection Of Worshippers
Somali Holds First Mogadishu Local Election In 60 Years
Igbo Community Visits Nnamdi Kanu In Sokoto Prison, Marks Christmas With Inmates
Benue Government Supports Idoma Carnival With $15m Creative Fund
King Charles Urges Compassion, Reconciliation Amid Global Divisions In Christmas Message
Muslims Join Christian Faithful At Kaduna Christmas Service To Promote Peace, Unity
10 Rescued As Fire Engulfs GNI Building In Lagos
Primate Ayodele Says AFCON Prophecy On Super Eagles Misinterpreted
PICTORIAL: CG Adeniyi Unveils Customs’ First Tombola Night To Boost Officers’ Morale
Customs Seizes N82.1m Smuggled Goods, Reaffirms Zero Tolerance For Contraband
Kano Police Arrest 5 Suspected Kidnappers, Cattle Rustlers
Tinubu Hasn’t Replaced Gbajabiamila As Chief Of Staff — Presidency
Tanker Explosion Kills 2 On Lagos-Badagry Expressway
PICTORIAL: Police Arrest 22 Suspects, Recover Firearms, Vehicles, Drugs In Nationwide Operations
Christmas: Abejide Flags Off N1bn Food Distribution To Widows, Constituents In Kogi
Christmas: Accord Party Calls For Responsible Leadership
6 Zamfara Assembly Members Defect From PDP To APC
The Sun
Trump says US launched airstrikes against ISWAP targets in Nigeria
Christmas: Gov Mbah preaches love, peace, and hope
FG defends US security operation in Sokoto
Trump says US launched airstrikes against ISWAP targets in Nigeria
just now
Insecurity: PDP dismisses Tinubu’s assurances on religion
FG, ASUU sign new agreement on varsity funding, staff welfare, others
Nasarawa: How citizens trek for politicians
Mutfwang’s defection to APC wrong move –Kefas Ropshik
2025: Aviation sector still limping despite small wins
We delivered 600 homes in 2025 despite economic downturn –Abdul, Metro Group MD
Banana Island land hits N3.05m per square metre as Lagos luxury market booms
LAWMA plans annual roll-out of 250 trucks to tackle filth
FG defends US security operation in Sokoto
Insecurity: PDP dismisses Tinubu’s assurances on religion
FG, ASUU sign new agreement on varsity funding, staff welfare, others
Gender shouldn’t be barrier to women excelling in music –MFM’s Daniel Olukoya
Grace Ladoja redefines culture, music, fashion with Homecoming Concept Space
Juma Jux, Stonebwoy, Cabasa, Madowo, Swedish ambassador lead conversations at AFRIMA’s Music Business Summit
Ajai-Lycett, Akin Lewis, Umoja, First Bank, MTN honoured at Theatre Mania Africa Festival
AFCON 2025: Gala monitors Osimhen’s fitness
Chelle: Chukwueze frustrated at AFCON
Sports meets music at Mega Prediction Fest 2026
Lawmaker Calls for Expansion of Sporty Lagos Initiative Across Nigeria
Editorial: The US partial visa ban
Art of the brief introduction: How to present yourself with confidence
The shame on Benin-Asaba, Abuja-Lokoja highways
When death struck
Can Nigeria’s legitimisers save her?
Tension as Anambra market leader escapes death in thugs’ attack
Enugu community leadership tussle turns bloody
Tribune
‘Precision hits on terrorist targets,’ Nigerian govt confirms US airstrikes
US launches airstrikes against terrorist targets in Nigeria
Gbajabiamila still Chief of Staff to Tinubu, Presidency clarifies
Maiduguri mosque bombing: Tinubu orders deployment of additional tactical teams
‘There will be many more,’ Trump speaks on US airstrikes in Nigeria
‘Precision hits on terrorist targets,’ Nigerian govt confirms US airstrikes
US launches airstrikes against terrorist targets in Nigeria
Badaru, other ministers who have resigned or dismissed under Tinubu administration
11 dead, 12 injured in Jigawa auto crash — FRSC
Yilwatda to Nigerians: Remain hopeful, Tinubu’s reforms will deliver stability, prosperity
Bail dispute: Malami, EFCC trade words over service of Court order
NiMet forecasts three-day sunshine, cloudiness from Friday
Pope Leo urges ‘courage’ to end Ukraine-Russia war in Christmas message
‘Life-threatening’ atmospheric river storm triggers flooding in California
Badaru, other ministers who have resigned or dismissed under Tinubu administration
Makinde’s wife celebrates Christmas babies with gifts
APC celebrates defection of six PDP lawmakers in Zamfara
ADC to Nigerians: Let’s sustain prayer to end suffering in our land
NGX market cap nears N100trn as trading ends week bullish
Rise above personal interests, TUC urges labour leaders
How Nigerian companies are leading a more responsible digital transformation —Kehinde Ogundare, Country Head, Zoho Nigeria
Why I am committed to expanding FG’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) initiatives, strengthening workforce readiness —Olatunde Onakoya
Daily Trust
Sokoto Airstrike: US War Secretary Thanks FG For Support
Sokoto Airstrike: FG Breaks Silence, Vows To Weaken Terrorists’ Network
Borno Mosque Blast: I Watched Worshippers Fall – Imam
Peaceful Christmas Nationwide
2025: Overturned Presidential Pardon, Reform In Judges’ Punishment, Kanu’s Conviction Shaped Judiciary
Govs Preach Peace, Tolerance At Xmas
Kwankwaso’s Dilemma
US Confirms Sokoto As Target Of Anti-Terror Strikes
Sokoto Residents Flee As Explosive Device Burst Into Flames Amid US Operation
US Bombs Terrorists In Nigeria
Govs Preach Peace, Tolerance At Xmas
Sokoto Airstrike: Merry Christmas To Dead Terrorists, Says Trump
Weekly Review: Transactions On NGX Down 379.1%
NIPCO Saves N44.4m Annually As JMG Powers 3 Stations
Stakeholders Chart Course For Manufacturing At LBS Forum
Foundation Empowers Benue Youths With Cash, Skills
Agusto & Co. Assigns Universal Insurance “Bbb-” Ratings With Stable Outlook
Kwankwaso’s Dilemma
Legendary Kpakor Demands More From Super Eagles
NNL: Club Chairman Urges Players To Push For Promotion
Oliseh Defends Analysis, Reaffirms Super Eagles Support
Teams Brace Up For 7th Ibarapa Sports Fiesta Finals
Brief Christmas Pause In Cup Of Nations Action
Editorial: Needless Woes Of Abuja–Kaduna Rail Services
FCT Farmers Battle Bad Roads To Move Farm Produce, Access Water
Wike Preaches Unity
FCTA Building Competent, Ethical Civil Service — HoS
Make Good Use Of Your Position, FCT Chief Urges Office Holders
FRSC Tests Drivers For Alcohol, Drugs In C’ River
Vanguard
Trump says US launched ‘numerous’ deadly strikes on IS in Nigeria
Abducted Niger Catholic school pupils, staff reunited with families – Official
Borno Attack: Tinubu orders security agencies to intensify surveillance
US: Attack in North-West Nigeria got federal approval – Defence Headquarters
Find your space, contribute to nation building, Olukoya urges Women
Adeboye urges Nigerians to embrace Christ as ‘Priceless Gift’ amid uncertainty
Nigeria confirms US strikes, says ‘partnership targets ISWAP terrorist sites in North West
Trump says US launched ‘numerous’ deadly strikes on IS in Nigeria
PDP calls for practical steps to protect citizens after Christmas Eve explosion
Christmas: Nigeria’s problem is not the people, but leadership – ADC
Insecurity: UN mourns victims of Gamboru mosque attack
Venezuela releases 60 post-election prisoners on Christmas
FRSC confirms 11 dead, 12 injured in Jigawa auto crash
2027: LP, ADP begin consultations on future of Nigeria’s opposition
PDP not contemplating any caretaker committee arrangement – Wabara
ADC offers credible path out of Nigeria’s woes — David Mark
No compromise on legality — Wike-backed PDP
Car somersaults into Abuja stream
5 killed, 35 injured in Maiduguri blast – Police
Christmas: Nigerian celebrities dazzle with breathtaking family portraits
5 movies to watch this Christmas
Mo Salah shares heartwarming Christmas family picture despite AFCON duties
Mali coach protests AFCON’s shift to four-year cycle
AFCON: Morocco shows it’s ready for the world stage
Super Eagles stars celebrate Christmas in Morocco, share cheerful video
The Guardian
Trump announces US strikes on terrorists in Nigeria
Gbajabiamila remains Chief of Staff, Presidency clarifies
Two die as diesel tanker explodes in Lagos on Christmas Day
Six Zamfara House of Assembly members dump PDP for APC
N-HYPPADEC distances itself from purported recruitment
Kogi Rep distributes food items to constituents for Christmas
Police claim suicide bomber behind Nigeria’s deadly mosque blast on Christmas eve
King Charles calls for ‘reconciliation’ in Christmas speech
Fubara’s wife gifts children at Christmas
Alaafin hails Makinde as courageous, visionary leader
Christmas Message: IPAC calls for prayers, unity
FG urges Nigerians to promote peace, unity at Christmas
Aborisade preaches hope, unity as Oyo residents celebrate Christmas
Kenyan church celebrates birth of ‘Black Messiah’ at Christmas
Seven sustain injuries in Lagos/Ibadan Expressway auto crash
Niger recruits forest guards, urges discipline and resilience
All schoolchildren accounted for after Nigeria kidnapping – Church
Pastor Okafor demands DNA test as lady claims to be daughter
Police debunk IPI claims, order probe into journalist’s arrest
Police arrest 22 suspects, recover arms, vehicles, drugs nationwide
Shettima condemns Maiduguri mosque bombing as Tinubu orders security action
FG deploys tactical teams as Shettima vows no mercy for terrorists
AIG Uzuegbu orders watertight security in Imo, Abia, Ebonyi for Yuletide
My administration will hand over power peacefully in 2027 – Gov Abiodun
Political crisis slowed governance in Rivers, says Fubara
Segilola Resources closes year of impact with Christmas celebration for host communities
