Labour Unions Demand Wage Review, Security in 2026
NLC President Joe Ajaero and TUC Lagos call for urgent wage review, improved security, and worker unity in 2026. They vow to resist policies that impoverish Nigerians.
NLC President Joe Ajaero and TUC Lagos call for urgent wage review, improved security, and worker unity in 2026. They vow to resist policies that impoverish Nigerians.
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki, ex-Minister Rotimi Amaechi, and former President Goodluck Jonathan have issued a unified New Year appeal for national unity, accountable leadership, and renewed patriotism as Nigeria enters 2026.
Rescue operations at the GNI building fire in Lagos enter day 8 as emergency responders recover another body. Get the latest official update on casualties and injuries.
Nigerian traditional rulers and a bishop deliver powerful New Year messages for 2026, urging respect for human life, national unity, and collective security. Read their full calls to action.
Rt. Rev. Gabriel Okupevi calls for collective security responsibility and leader integrity in his 2026 New Year message. Read his full charge to Nigeria.
Baba Aladura Israel Akinadewo calls for unity and faith to tackle Nigeria's security and economic hurdles in 2026. Read his full New Year message and biblical admonition.
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori extends New Year felicitations, promises deepened focus on infrastructure, jobs, and security under the MORE Agenda for 2026.
Heartbreaking details emerge as China-based trader Nze Obum made desperate calls from under rubble after the Great Nigeria House fire at Balogun Market. Read the full story.
As 2025 ends, Ukrainians voice their deepest desires for the new year: an end to the Russian invasion and a restoration of reliable electricity after devastating attacks on the energy grid. Read more.
As Nigerians prepared for New Year's Eve, several nations like Kiribati and New Zealand had already entered 2026 due to time zone differences. Discover the list and the global countdown sequence.
Nigeria's First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, urges citizens to embrace 2026 with hope, unity, and shared responsibility for a thriving nation. Read her full message.
Senator Adetokunbo Abiru urges Lagos East residents and Nigerians to unite, back Tinubu's economic reforms, and focus on grassroots youth empowerment in 2026. Read his full message.
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) declares 2025 a year of hardship for Nigerians, criticizes new taxes, and details its opposition coalition formed on July 2. Read their full New Year message.
Discover the first 10 countries to enter 2026 as the world celebrates New Year. Kiribati's Kiritimati atoll led the global countdown. Read the full list and see how Nigeria followed.
Former Kaduna Governor Ahmed Makarfi urges the Federal Government to eliminate insecurity and revive Nigeria's economy in the new year. Read his full New Year message and analysis.
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed confidence in victory in Ukraine during his 2026 New Year's speech. Top General Gerasimov announces further buffer zone expansion. Read the latest.
The Pacific nation of Kiribati has become the first to ring in 2026. As celebrations sweep the globe, Nigeria prepares for its own crossover services and festivities. Read the full global timeline.
The Lagos State Government has abruptly cancelled the 2025 Greater Lagos Fiesta, urging residents to usher in 2026 with personal prayers. Governor Sanwo-Olu approved the last-minute decision.
A devastating fire has razed sections of the Arena Market in Oshodi, Lagos, causing massive losses for traders. This comes just a week after the Balogun Market inferno. Read the full report.
The Building Collapse Prevention Guild raises alarm over systemic fire safety failures in Lagos Island skyscrapers after the Great Nigeria Insurance inferno. Urgent government action demanded.
A fire incident near Sango Divisional Police Station in Ibadan destroyed eight shops, causing millions in damage. No casualties were reported. Read the full report.
Lagos State Government cancels the 2025 Greater Lagos Fiesta. Governor Sanwo-Olu urges residents to pray for the state and nation instead of the usual concert. Details inside.
A devastating fire has destroyed goods worth millions of Naira at Arena Market in Lagos. Traders are counting losses as emergency services battle the blaze. Read full report.
Friends mourn Chukwuebuka Emmanuel, missing after alerting public to the Great Nigeria House fire. Three bodies recovered, eight rescued. Read the full story.
Discover 35 realistic and fun New Year's resolutions for 2025, from fitness and finance to self-care and adventure. Get inspired to set achievable goals that will transform your year.
The devastating fire at the Great Nigeria Insurance building on Lagos Island has claimed five lives, injured 12, and destroyed millions in goods. Traders call for urgent government action as the blaze continues to burn.
An Abuja High Court has begun hearing a suit seeking to halt Nigeria's new tax regime set for January 1, 2026. The case challenges the validity of key tax reforms. Read the latest details.
A fire at a residential building on Alemuloke Street, Sango Ibadan, destroyed six rooms. Firefighters' swift action prevented casualties and further spread. Officials commend response and urge fire safety.
A swift response by Oyo State and Federal firefighters prevented a major disaster after a fire broke out in a Sango, Ibadan residential building. No lives were lost. Learn crucial fire safety tips from officials.
A Nigerian lady cries out after her parents' store was destroyed in the Great Nigeria Tower fire on Lagos Island. This marks the second time her father's shop has been lost to flames this year.
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