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He warned that no government could succeed without confronting corruption head-on, citing Christ as an example of incorruptible leadership who, according to scripture, exposed corruption even among his close followers. Abure stated this in a Christmas message issued on Friday in Abuja by the National Publicity Secretary of the LP, Obiora Ifoh. “I called on President Tinubu to use the broom, which is his party’s logo, to sweep away corruption in the country because no government can survive until corruption is fought to a standstill,” the statement read. The LP chairman also urged Nigerians to pray fervently for improved security across the country, while commending security agencies for their efforts. Abure urged Tinubu to ensure that the military is adequately motivated to sustain its operations.

The National Assembly has directed the provision of Certified True Copies of the Tax Reform Acts to stakeholders and members of the public upon request. The tax laws are: Nigeria Tax Act, 2025; Nigeria Tax Administration Act, 2025; Joint Revenue Board of Nigeria (Establishment) Act, 2025; and Nigeria Revenue Service (Establishment) Act, 2025. “The Leadership and management of the National Assembly are addressing these matters strictly within their constitutional and statutory mandate,” the statement said. “Accordingly, the relevant Committees, in collaboration with the Management of the National Assembly, are conducting an internal review,” it stated. “This administrative action is intended solely to authenticate and formally reflect the legislative decisions of the National Assembly,” it added.

The indiscriminate dumping of refuse has worsened, just as irregular collection by waste operators has turned what was once an occasional problem into a constant crisis. Residents note that heaps of trash have become so common that they’re almost everywhere you turn in Lagos. She added that waste collectors rarely enter the streets, forcing residents to dump waste wherever they can. Weak enforcement, poor compliance monitoring, and a lack of training for waste operators continue to hamper waste management. It is because the residents see them as better alternative to PSP operators, who are irregular in waste collection.

Adamu, who hails from Tambuwal LGA, where Jabu is located, said residents confirmed that there were no casualties or arrests. According to the report, the strike involved more than a dozen Tomahawk cruise missiles fired off a Navy ship in the Gulf of Guinea, hitting insurgents in two ISIS camps in Sokoto State. Sokoto residents recount ‘horrific’ nightMeanwhile, residents of Jabo town and Offa, have recounted the horrifying moments of the explosions. The anti-bomb squad of the Nigeria Police Force, Sokoto State Command, was subsequently deployed in the scene to begin technical investigations. Also reacting, the former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, urged residents of the state to remain calm.

US airstrikes in Nigeria on Christmas Day were aided by intelligence provided by the Nigerian government, the country’s foreign minister said on Friday. Donald Trump had announced the strikes against Islamic State militants in north-west Nigeria after spending weeks decrying the group for targeting Christians. Nigeria’s foreign minister, Yusuf Tuggar, said on Friday that he had had “extensive” phone conversations with Marco Rubio, the US secretary of state, before and after the attack. Tuggar did not rule out further strikes, describing them as an “ongoing process” that would also involve other countries. In an interview with the BBC, Tuggar insisted the strikes had “nothing to do with a particular religion”.

Prominent Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has raised concerns over Nigeria’s security collaboration with the United States, saying that recent airstrikes targeting terrorist camps in the Northwest could turn the country into a theatre of war. “As a principle, no nation should allow its land to be a theatre of war. If Nigeria wants military assistance, China, Turkey, and Pakistan can do the job effectively,” the cleric said. He said, “The US involvement in Nigeria will attract the real anti-US forces, making our land the theatre of war. The USA’s involvement in Nigeria, citing coming to ‘protect Christians’, will ultimately polarise our nation and infringe on our sovereignty.

President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the ongoing recalibration of the country’s security architecture will soon begin to yield results that will gladden their hearts. Tinubu stated this at a meeting with a delegation of the Christian Association of Nigeria, led by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, at his Lagos residence. In November, terrorists abducted 315 school children from St Mary’s Private Catholic Primary and Secondary School, Papiri in Agwara Local Government Area. Two days later, 50 of the school children of the abducted children escaped from the terrorists’ den and returned to their parents. Also, 100 of the school children regained their freedom two weeks later.

Zimbabwe's forward #20 Tawanda Chirewa and Angola's midfielder #16 Fredy compete during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) Group B football match between Angola and Zimbabwe at Marrakesh Stadium in Marrakesh on December 26, 2025. (Photo by Khaled DESOUKI / AFP)Zimbabwe's forward #20 Tawanda Chirewa and Angola's midfielder #16 Fredy compete during the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) Group B football match between Angola and Zimbabwe at Marrakesh Stadium in Marrakesh on December 26, 2025. (Photo by Khaled DESOUKI / AFP)Veteran Knowledge Musona scored as Zimbabwe came from behind to draw 1-1 with Angola in Marrakesh on Friday as the second round of Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) group matches kicked off. Gelson Dala put Angola ahead midway through the first half and recalled Musona levelled deep in first half added time. After Angola were dispossessed in midfield, Zimbabwe counterattacked swiftly and a superb pass found Musona inside the box.

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to the January 1, 2026, commencement of Nigeria’s landmark tax reforms, dismissing calls for further delays. In a major boost for the private sector, 97 per cent of small businesses will be exempted from three key taxes: Corporate Income Tax, Value Added Tax (VAT), and Withholding Tax. “These reforms are designed to provide direct relief to the Nigerian people,” Oyedele explained, outlining the targeted benefits. The tax reform bills underwent an extensive nine-month legislative review at the National Assembly, from October 2024 to June 2025. While expressing encouragement at the progress, the tax chairman acknowledged that such transformative policies require ongoing adjustment.

(Photo by Maxim Shemetov / POOL / AFP)Beijing imposed sanctions on Friday against 20 US defence-related companies and 10 executives, a week after Washington announced large-scale arms sales to Taiwan, Associated Press reports. The sanctions entail freezing the companies’ assets in China and banning individuals and organisations from dealing with them, according to the Chinese foreign ministry. Any company or individual who engages in arms sales to Taiwan will pay the price for the wrongdoing”, the Chinese foreign ministry said in a statement on Friday. China says that the US arms sales to Taiwan would violate diplomatic agreements between China and the USChina’s military has increased its presence in Taiwan’s skies and waters in the past few years, holding joint drills with its warships and fighter jets on a near-daily basis near the island. Under the American federal law, the US is obligated to assist Taiwan with its self-defence, a point that has become increasingly contentious with China.

The Nigeria Police Force has recorded a major breakthrough with the arrest of two suspected bandits and kidnapping kingpins linked to violent crimes across four states. The suspects were arrested during a covert operation by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department–Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT), in collaboration with the Kwara State Police Command. “Preliminary findings showed that the suspects belonged to a notorious gang terrorising communities in Zamfara, Katsina, Niger and Kwara states,” he said. Hundeyin disclosed that the gang also specialised in supplying arms and ammunition to other criminal elements operating within the region. He said both suspects are cooperating with investigators to facilitate the arrest of other gang members and the recovery of additional weapons.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has praised his players for maintaining “incredibly disciplined” habits during the Christmas break as they prepare for their Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest on Saturday (12:30 GMT). As reported by BBC on Friday, Guardiola revealed that his squad will be weighed on their return to training to ensure they meet the club’s high fitness standards. He highlighted that City players have consistently maintained discipline over the past decade. The manager previously confirmed that players met the required standards when weighed before their 3-0 victory over West Ham on 20 December. With Manchester City aiming to maintain their Premier League momentum, Guardiola’s insistence on discipline and fitness underscores the club’s high standards both on and off the pitch.

The average temperature in Nigeria hovers around 27 degrees Celsius (80.6 degrees Fahrenheit) annually, though this figure barely captures the full story of Nigeria’s climate diversity across its distinct geographical zones. Nigeria’s average annual temperature of 27 degrees Celsius converts to approximately 80.6 degrees Fahrenheit. Dallol in Ethiopia recorded an average annual temperature of 34.4 degrees Celsius (93.9 degrees Fahrenheit) between 1960 and 1966, making it perhaps the hottest inhabited place on Earth by average temperature. West African neighbours Ghana, Benin, Togo, and Cameroon experience temperature patterns similar to southern Nigeria, with average temperatures between 26 and 28 degrees Celsius. Understanding Nigeria’s Average Temperature: Final ThoughtsAfter months researching temperature data, consulting meteorological experts, and experiencing Nigeria’s climate variations firsthand across different regions and seasons, I’ve reached several clear conclusions about our temperature realities.

Egypt on Friday hold a 1–0 lead over South Africa in their Africa Cup of Nations Group B match in Agadir, following a first-half penalty converted by captain Mohamed Salah. The goal came in the 45th minute after South Africa defender Khuliso Mudau conceded a foul in the penalty area, allowing Salah to score with a left-footed shot to the centre of the goal. Moments later, Egypt were reduced to 10 men when Mohamed Hany received a second yellow card for a bad foul. In the second half, South Africa increased the tempo and committed more players forward in search of an equaliser, while Egypt dropped deeper and looked to create chances on the counter-attack. A late VAR check for a possible penalty in favour of South Africa was reviewed and overturned, with no penalty awarded.