President Bola Ahmed Tinubu announced that the new tax laws will take effect on January 1, 2026, emphasizing that they are intended to promote prosperity and shared responsibility.

British-Nigerian boxing champion Anthony Joshua was involved in a fatal car crash on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, which claimed two lives, according to the Ogun and Lagos State governments.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s end-of-year trip to Europe and later Abu Dhabi sparked mixed reactions, with some Nigerians criticizing the timing of the journey.

Nigeria’s Director of Defence Information stated that the operation was jointly conducted, authorized by the Federal Government, and carried out based on credible intelligence.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned claims of a Christian genocide in Nigeria, calling for it to end immediately.

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde said he is capable of leading Nigeria and will not back President Tinubu’s re-election.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu sparked online debate after advising Nigerians to celebrate Christmas without alcohol.

Minister Dave Umahi stated that Igbos are no longer marginalized in Nigeria, a comment that sparked debate and mixed reactions

Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas registered as a member of APC, marking a major political shift in the state.

President Tinubu reaffirmed his order to withdraw police officers from VIP protection roles, stating that any exceptions must receive his personal approval.

Speaking at an event, Professor Wole Soyinka criticised the ‘excessive security’ deployment around President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu.

In Niger State, 100 students abducted from Saint Mary’s Catholic School were freed after two weeks, welcomed by Governor Umaru Bago, while President Tinubu praised security agencies for their rescue.

In Benin, the government stopped an attempted military coup after soldiers briefly appeared on national TV claiming to have taken control.

In Imo State, former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson highlighted the strong economic and professional ties between the U.K. and Nigeria

The U.S. announced new visa restrictions targeting Nigerians accused of undermining religious freedom.

Nuhu Ribadu issued a report stating that pupils abducted from Saint Mary’s School will soon be reunited with their families.

President Tinubu’s announcement of ambassadorial nominees sparked controversy, with the list including figures like the former INEC Chairman, Mahmoud Yakubu.

Former President Goodluck Jonathan has returned to Nigeria after leaving Guinea-Bissau, where a military takeover had temporarily left him stranded.

Nigeria’s former President Goodluck Jonathan, who was in the country as an election observer, became stranded following the coup d’état.

The Presidency announced that the United States government indicated their commitment to strengthening the fight against terrorism in Nigeria.