Bauchi state government has purchased and distributed Christmas gifts worth over ₦500 to christian faithfuls in the state. The Standing Committee chairman for the distribution of Christmas gifts, Mr. Abdon Dalla-Gin stated this while briefing newsmen at the Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board office. He explained that the food items purchased for distribution to the christian […]
President Bola Tinubu has called on Nigerians to uphold religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence, stressing that no citizen should be persecuted for practising their faith. In his 2025 Christmas goodwill message, the president urged Nigerians to reflect on the values of love, peace and compassion exemplified by the birth of Jesus Christ, noting that these […]
No fewer than 100 Rams were distributed among members of the Grace Dimensions Ministries (GDM), in Jos, the Plateau State capital. Prophet Daniels Maseke, the General Overseer told our correspondent that the aim behind the distribution of Rams to members was to obey the instructions of Jesus Christ when He said “Feed My Lamb”. He […]
The federal government has declared December 25 and 26, 2025, and January 1, 2026, as public holidays to mark Christmas, Boxing Day and the New Year. The announcement was made on Monday by the minister of interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, in a statement issued by the permanent secretary of the ministry, Magdalene Ajani, in Abuja. Tunji-Ojo […]
Motorists travelling along the Lokoja–Abuja highway have been stranded in a prolonged traffic gridlock just days before Christmas. The congestion, which has lasted for about three days, has left travellers stuck on the route with little movement. Speaking to the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), several drivers said they had been trapped on the highway since […]
In the spirit of the festive period, the Zamfara state commandant of Nigerian Security and Civil Defense Corps, NSCDC has approved the deployment of five hundred and fifty five (555) personnel to safeguard citizens and their property during the Christmas & New-year celebrations, proactively. In a statement issued by ASCII Umar Mohammed NSCDC Zamfara state […]
BY OLAORE DURODOLA-OLOTO As December unfolds, preparations for the yuletide season have begun across the globe. Christmas decorations have already begun adorning porches, streets and parks in New York, Toronto, Paris, Vienna and other prominent cities, signalling anticipation of the season. In Nigeria, the lore isn’t any different. Office buildings, malls, squares, and individuals have […]
BY GODWIN ANYEBE The air is thick with the scent of pine and cinnamon, but beneath the festive veneer, a quiet calculation is taking place in homes across the country. It’s the annual dance of Christmas shopping, but this year, the rhythm is decidedly more cautious, marked by the persistent drumbeat of elevated prices and […]
Lagos State governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has appealed to residents of the state to show love and compassion to the less-privileged around them in the spirit of the season. Governor Sanwo-Olu said there is a need for peaceful coexistence that will bring about togetherness and harmonious relationship among the citizens of diverse beliefs as they […]
… Says “Nigeria is ours, we must not lose hope” As Nigerians join the rest of the world to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ (Christmas), the President, National Youth Council of Nigeria, Amb. Sukubo SaraIgbe Sukubo said it is a session to be reminded of the significance of love, compassion, and unity. In a […]
A tragic incident happened in the Belgian city of Oudenaarde on Thursday evening, resulting in the death of a woman and injuries to two others after a massive Christmas tree toppled over, as reported by authorities on Friday. On Friday, authorities disclosed that a woman lost her life, and two individuals sustained injuries when a […]
BY BARTH EZE Less than 8 days to Christmas, travelers across the country are apprehensive over safety of roads and towns following the rising insecurity in the country. Many Nigerians are likely going to use road following the high cost of flights in recent times. While road transportation is also high, their fears are formed […]
Over 20,000 tourists are expected at the Christmas in Badagry (CiB) celebration driven by the Lagos State Government in conjunction with CiB 2.0. The event is to mark the 181st Christmas anniversary in Nigeria. Project Manager of the forthcoming CiB, Olufemi Iroko, at a news conference in Ikeja, Lagos, on Friday, to unveil the programmes […]
The government of Anambra state has banned the use of fireworks, knockouts, as well as their sales this yuletide. Naija News reports that state police command’s public relations officer, DSP Tochukwu Ikenga, in a statement on Thursday noted that it is ‘a part of proactive measures to sustain public safety and peace in the state’. […]
Despite the economy biting hard, there is a whole lot of spending that is done this Christmas. By the time the New Year arrives, your account is probably red. But the festive season need not drain your finances as there are always ways to save money during Xmas. Here are some of the ways. Create […]
.No holiday for military personnel, says DHQ By Andrew Orolua The Defence Headquarters has placed all military personnel on red alert and they are to remain on their duty posts as Nigerian citizens proceed on holidays for Christmas, Boxing Day and New Year Day. Director of Media Operations, Major General Musa Danmadami disclosed this in […]
The Federal Government has announced public holidays for Christmas and New Year celebration. It declared Friday, December 25, Monday, December 28, 2020, and Friday, January 1, 2021, as public holidays to mark the Christmas, Boxing Day, and New Year celebrations, respectively. The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, announced this on behalf of the Federal […]
Port Harcourt – The Catholic Priest of Abuja Archdiocese, Rev. Fr. Chinenye Oluoma on Thursday condemned comments by some clerics that Christmas was unbiblical’ Oluoma, who reacted on his Facebook page said Christmas was celebrated only for its theological mystery. Oluoma was reacting to statements credited to some renowned clerics. The statements have continued to […]
A newly wedded bride, Mrs Abiola Akinremi, has said that she chose to get married on Christmas day, so she could easily remember her wedding anniversary date. Akinremi, formerly known as Abiola Adeoye, said this on Thursday in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Abuja. Juliet Mgborukwe, says divorce is no […]
Kaduna – Pastor Yohanna Buru, the General Overseer of Christ Evangelical and Life Intercessory Ministry Sabon Tasha-Kaduna, on Wednesday expressed delight at the large turnout of Muslims to celebrate Christmas with Christians in Kaduna. Buru said: “I am so delighted that a large number Muslims that came to celebrate this year’s Christmas morning service with […]