Nigerian Afrobeats superstar Adekunle Gold made history on Friday, December 26, 2025, as the first artist to headline a concert at the newly renovated National Theatre, now the Wole Soyinka Centre, Lagos. His sold-out show, titled Fuji and sponsored by The Macallan, marked the return of large-scale live performances to the iconic venue, drawing a

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While many Nigerians marked Christmas with family gatherings and quiet reflection, several celebrities shared glimpses of their day with fans, blending family, faith, and work. Toyin Abraham: The actress spent Christmas promoting her new film Oversabi Aunty, traveling from Osogbo to Ibadan. Exhausted but cheerful, she encouraged fans to see the movie, describing it as

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The Nigerian naira recorded a remarkable gain in 2025, appreciating nearly N100 against the US dollar, while the country’s foreign reserves rose to $45.5 billion. The naira closed the year at N1,435.76 per dollar on December 31, 2025, up from N1,535 at the end of 2024. Foreign reserves increased by $4.6 billion, growing from $40.9

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Former Abia State Governor Okezie Ikpeazu has described Operation Python Dance, the #EndSARS protests, and the COVID-19 pandemic as some of the toughest challenges of his administration. Ikpeazu made the remarks on Friday while receiving Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, at his Umuobiakwa country home in Obingwa. He praised Kalu for

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Canada deported 366 Nigerians between January and October 2025, as part of its fastest immigration enforcement push in over a decade, official figures show. An additional 974 Nigerians are currently listed under “removal in progress,” awaiting deportation. Data from the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) places Nigeria ninth among the top 10 countries for deportations

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Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has confirmed that eight people died in the Christmas Eve fire that engulfed the 22-storey Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) Building on Martins Street, Lagos Island. During an on-site assessment nine days after the blaze, the governor said five victims have been identified, while three were severely charred beyond recognition. DNA

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DJ Tunez, Wizkid’s personal DJ, has downplayed reports of a feud between Wizkid and fellow superstar Davido, describing the supposed rivalry as exaggerated on social media. Speaking on the Moni Talks podcast, DJ Tunez said Wizkid holds “big love” for Davido and expressed excitement about the possibility of touring together with the 30BG star. “I

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Imo State Governor and Chairman of the South East Governors’ Forum, Hope Uzodimma, visited Abia State Governor Alex Otti on Friday, in what he described as a friendly, non-political visit. The visit came three days after APC chieftain Henry Ikoh also met Otti, praising the Abia governor for his developmental achievements. Addressing reporters, Uzodimma emphasized

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What happens when a government loses its voice? A nation begins to govern itself with rumours. There was a time in Nigeria when the Minister of Information was a visible, authoritative figure. Their presence shaped public discourse. Their faces were familiar. You didn’t need to search for them—they were the voice of the nation. From

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A short video did what sermons, synods, and public statements have often failed to do—it sparked a national conversation about Christianity, power, and selective outrage in Nigeria. In the clip, actress and filmmaker Ini Edo is seen in tears, pleading with the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) not to pull down her film, Dirty Christmas.

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