Christmas Cash Demand Hits New Highs in Nigeria
Nigerians are scrambling for physical cash ahead of Christmas, driven by fears of ATM downtimes. The CBN tightens oversight as over N4.4 trillion remains outside banks. Read the full analysis.
Nigerians are scrambling for physical cash ahead of Christmas, driven by fears of ATM downtimes. The CBN tightens oversight as over N4.4 trillion remains outside banks. Read the full analysis.
Governor Umo Eno flags off the 32-day Christmas Unplugged 3.0 festival in Uyo, highlighting tourism as a key economic pillar for Akwa Ibom State. Explore the cultural showcase!
Maltina, from Nigerian Breweries, launched its Legendary Christmas with dazzling light-up ceremonies in Abuja and Lagos. The events brought together officials and the public to celebrate community spirit. Read more about the festive spectacle.
As 16 Days of Activism begins, UN official Trond Jensen argues that investing in girls' education and women's empowerment is the most effective strategy to reduce GBV in Nigeria's conflict-affected northeast. Read the full analysis.
Governor Bassey Otu honoured four former Cross River leaders at the 2025 Christmas tree lighting in Calabar, celebrating unity and continuity in governance. Read more.
Amstel Malta launches its 'Be Your Best All Season Long' campaign with citywide Christmas lightings in three states and the debut of the Amstel Malta Festiville in Aba. Join the festive celebrations!
A Nigerian lady in the UK reveals why she used cartons instead of barrels to ship goods to her family for Christmas. She details the costs and shipping time. Read her story and see the reactions.
Governor Umo Eno imposes an indefinite ban on public masquerade displays in Akwa Ibom, citing harassment and attacks on residents. The order takes effect from the state's Christmas festival.
Lagos slashes rice price to N57,000 per 50kg bag, triggering market-wide reductions. Farmers forecast further price drops ahead of Christmas but criticize import policies. Read for full market analysis.
Amstel Malta launches its 'Be Your Best All Season Long' campaign with city lightings in Enugu, PH, Aba & the debut of Amstel Malta Festiville, a grand Christmas destination in Aba.
Nigerians get festive relief as rice prices drop significantly. A 50kg bag now sells for around N60,000 due to improved local harvests and border reopening. Read more.
CEWHIN trains 50 youths in Osogbo on digital safety & reporting TFGBV, as Zamfara First Lady launches 16 Days Activism. Learn how to fight online abuse.
Nigerians can plan for a festive break as the Federal Government confirms three public holidays for December 2025 and January 2026. Get the official dates and details here.
Xiaomi Nigeria launches its festive season sale with massive discounts on smartphones like the Redmi Note 14 series and a chance to win a European trip. Offers run from December 1st to 31st, 2025.
Legend Extra Stout's biker procession electrified Lagos, marking the start of Nigerian Breweries' Legendary Christmas. The viral event precedes a nationwide light-up across five cities. Read more.
Hajiya Huriyya Lawal, Zamfara's First Lady, reaffirms her commitment to vulnerable families with essential supplies for quadruplets' parents and a strong stance against gender-based violence. Read her full action plan.
Xiaomi Nigeria launches its Christmas promotion with massive discounts on smartphones like the Redmi Note 14 series & a chance to win a trip to Europe. Shop deals from Dec 1-31 at authorized retailers.
NDLEA uncovers sophisticated drug network distributing Canadian Loud cannabis disguised as Christmas cookies through WhatsApp. Multiple arrests made across Nigeria in major crackdown.
Lagos farmers predict further rice price drops after Governor Sanwo-Olu slashes Lagos Rice to ₦57,000. Quality local rice now competes with imports as Christmas approaches. Read more!
Nigerian Breweries Plc launches 'A Legendary Christmas' campaign, featuring 7 brands and massive street lighting across 6 cities to redefine Nigeria's festive season. Plan your December at nbplc.com/events/
Former President Obasanjo defends Nigerians seeking international help against insecurity while calling for technology deployment. Read his response to Trump's military threat.
Nigerian Correctional Service empowers 24 ex-offenders with vocational starter packs to ease reintegration. Initiative supports gender equality during 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence.
Nigerian Breweries reveals its 2025 Legendary Christmas agenda featuring regional Beer Villages, concerts, and festive activations across Nigeria. Discover the brand experiences coming to cities nationwide.
Zamfara State's First Lady, Hajiya Huriyya Dauda Lawal, has launched the 2025 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, calling for unified action and digital safety.
Cross River State reports 800 gender-based violence cases between January-November 2025 with just 5 convictions. Commissioner Irom highlights digital abuse, child labor concerns during UN Women activism launch.
Chorale De La Magnifique Eket branch presents its inaugural concert featuring Sound of Music and indigenous Christmas carols. November 30, 2025 at Joddag Hotel. Free entry & live streaming.
FAME Foundation intensifies its campaign against GBV during 2025 16 Days of Activism, urging male allies to speak out and support survivors while launching new initiatives.
The Daurama Foundation launches its 2025 16 Days of Activism against gender-based violence in Durumi, Abuja, a hotspot for domestic abuse, using a powerful documentary to drive change.
Nigerian artist Shallipopi's Christmas rice giveaway triggered massive social media response, drawing praise from Don Jazzy ahead of his third album AURACLES release on December 5.
Plateau-based cleric Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo exposes alleged terrorist fundraising to attack Christians during Christmas. Calls for urgent prayers and security measures.