Politics
Calabar Municipal Council Proposes ₦13 Billion 'Budget of Positive Transformation' for 2026
Apostle James Anam, Chairman of Calabar Municipal Council, presents a ₦13 billion budget for 2026, focusing on economic growth, infrastructure, and healthcare. Read the full breakdown.
Business
Lagos Proposes 9 Taxes to Replace 65, Aims to Ease Business Burden from 2026
Lagos State plans a major tax overhaul, proposing to harmonise 65 levies into just nine. The reform, effective 2026, aims to ease business burdens and boost voluntary compliance. Read the full details.
Entertainment
Pastor Ashimolowo Criticized for Officiating Okafor's Wedding Amid Scandal
Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo faces backlash for officiating Pastor Chris Okafor's wedding while unresolved allegations involving a Nollywood actress linger. Read details and public reactions.
Security
Children Make Up 82% of 9,290 IDPs in 11 Nigerian States — NHRC
A new NHRC report reveals children are 82% of 9,290 IDPs in 11 states, facing hunger and violence. The Commission urges action to domesticate the Kampala Convention and scale up child protection.
Education
Culture
Bishop Odetoyinbo's Christmas Call for Hope, National Renewal
Bishop Peter Odetoyinbo urges Nigerians to find hope in Jesus Christ this Christmas, calling for peace, justice, and action on hunger and insecurity. Read his full message.
Police Arrest Masquerades in Akwa Ibom After Governor's Ban
Akwa Ibom police arrest three masquerades for unauthorized street parades and attacks, enforcing Governor Umo Eno's executive order. Read details and public reactions.
Foundation Brings Christmas Cheer to Abuja PWDs
Hadiza Aliyu's Foundation distributed food items to over 150 persons with disabilities in Abuja's Karmajiji colony, easing hardship and spreading festive joy. Read about their empowerment mission.
Ex-Minister: Jollof Rice Was Originally Prepared for Prisoners
Former Information Minister Lai Mohammed stuns Nigerians by revealing the Senegalese origin of Jollof rice and its initial purpose as prison food. Read the full story and reactions.
Asake Receives Prestigious Eyo Title in Lagos
Afrobeats star Asake connects with his roots, honoured with the 'Olu Omo Eyo Oniko' title after dancing in full Eyo regalia ahead of the Lagos festival. See the viral video and fan reactions.