African Countries That Don't Celebrate Christmas
While many celebrate on December 25, six African nations, including Morocco and Somalia, do not observe Christmas as a public holiday. Discover the reasons and estimated Christian populations.
While many celebrate on December 25, six African nations, including Morocco and Somalia, do not observe Christmas as a public holiday. Discover the reasons and estimated Christian populations.
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa calls for love, tolerance, and peaceful coexistence among residents in his 2025 Christmas message, emphasizing collective responsibility for state development.
An Islamic cleric's viral video addresses whether Muslims can accept Christmas food from Christians, promoting interfaith harmony. Read Nigerians' reactions and related news.
Nigerian celebrities flooded social media with vibrant Christmas 2025 family photos, showcasing bold colours and matching outfits. See the heartwarming festive moments from Wizkid's kids to Mercy Johnson.
While Nigeria marks Christmas with a public holiday, in 36 nations, including Israel, Saudi Arabia, and China, December 25 is a regular workday. Discover the reasons behind this global diversity.
Nigerian celebrities lit up social media on Christmas Day 2025, sharing vibrant family moments. See the festive photos and the shift from last year's minimalist style.
Explore 9 intriguing facts about Christmas, from its pagan roots to its huge economic impact in Nigeria for the 2025 festive season. Discover the history behind the traditions.
Discover five major Christian denominations in Nigeria that abstain from Christmas celebrations, citing doctrinal beliefs about pagan origins and biblical silence on the date.
President Bola Tinubu and state governors across Nigeria have called for unity, peace, and religious tolerance in their 2025 Christmas messages. Read their full statements and commitments.
Pope Leo XIV delivers his first Christmas 'Urbi et Orbi' blessing, calling for peace in Gaza and Ukraine. Bethlehem celebrates festive Christmas after two years of war shadows. Read the full story.
Isaac Megbolugbe reflects on the deep paradoxes of Christmas, from the humble birth of Jesus to modern commercialism. Discover the true essence of the season and its call to surrender. #ChristmasParadox
Nigerian bishops call for love, holiness, and servant leadership this Christmas. Read their messages of hope amid national challenges. #ChristmasNigeria
A Nigerian woman shares her husband's poultry farming struggle as he fails to sell chickens reared for Christmas. High feed costs and low offers threaten his investment. Read the full story.
The White House released President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump's official Christmas portrait. The festive decorations, themed 'Home is Where the Heart Is,' feature 51 trees and thousands of lights. Public tours are open.
Malta Guinness lit up Lagos with its Christmas Goodness Fiesta convoy, spreading festive energy and capturing real community reactions. See the joy!
Peak Milk's 2025 'Enjoy Christmas At Its Peak' campaign spreads festive cheer across Nigeria with activations in Lagos, PH, Abuja & more from Dec 1-26. Join the celebration!
Author Foluke Sijuwola Falayi discusses her new children's book, 'Ugo And Ify At Christmas,' which captures the authentic African Christmas experience. A must-read for families this season!
Explore the profound impacts of Christmas 2025 in Nigeria, from spiritual significance and social unity to security measures and governors' outreach. Discover how the season fosters national integration.
Legendary singer Chris Rea, famed for the Christmas classic 'Driving Home For Christmas,' has passed away at 74. Get the full story on his legacy and health battles.
Get an exclusive preview of the festive dishes and cocktails at Federal Palace Hotel in Lagos. From Suya Kebab to Seafood Okra Soup, discover what's on offer this Christmas season. Read our full review now!
MAGGI's surprise Christmas anthem with Qing Madi & Loud Urban Choir captures the warmth of a Nigerian December. Watch the video and get inspired to cook and reconnect this season.
An X user's story about divorced neighbours spending Christmas together has gone viral. The online reaction mixes humour and curiosity. Read the full story here.
A Nigerian lady received N1 million from her father for Christmas clothes shopping. Watch the video and see what she and her sister bought, sparking massive reactions online.
A Nigerian lady opts for a night bus costing N46k instead of a N300k flight. She shared a video of passengers singing worship songs during the journey. Read her story and public reactions.
FAAN activates strict measures against staff extortion & deploys over 80 security personnel at Lagos airport to manage festive traffic. Read details on new cashless system & terminal updates.
The Christian Association of Nigeria condemns the Nollywood film 'A Very Dirty Christmas' as offensive, calls for a title change and public apology from producers.
Anglican Bishop of Enugu, Samuel Ike, accuses government officials of fueling disunity through injustice. He cites insecurity, a poor economy, and calls for political settlement on Nnamdi Kanu. Read his full Christmas message.
Transcorp Hilton Abuja officially launched the 2025 holiday season with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event featured performances, special guests, and unveiled festive packages for guests.
A Nigerian man's heartwarming Christmas surprise for his sisters captured their raw, joyful reactions. The viral video shows screams, laughter, and shock. Watch the full moment of festive family love here.
Leicester City FC apologises for delaying December salaries until after Christmas, breaking a valued tradition. The club insists its finances are stable despite the last-minute decision.