Here are the top ten stories from across the country.
1. ‘I am a bonafide ADC member,’ Obi clarifies
Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general election, Peter Obi, has cleared the air on his rumoured plans to officially join the Africa Democratic Congress (ADC) along with other prominent members of his OBIdient Movement on December 31st.Read more
2. Keyamo blasts “turncoat” VP choice as Peter Obi clarifies role in ADC coalition
A political firestorm erupted on Monday as the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, took to social media to mock an unnamed political figure for allegedly accepting a vice-presidential slot under questionable circumstances.Read more
3. Wike denies he promised to hold ‘down PDP’ for Tinubu, berates Makinde
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has denied allegations by the Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, that he promised to “hold down” the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for President Bola Tinubu.Read more
4. ‘You’re not APC leader in Rivers,’ Wike tells Fubara
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has told the Rivers State Governor, Siminilayi Fubara, that it is foolhardy to declare himself the “001” in the state by virtue of his switch to the All Progressives Congress (APC).Read more
5. Oyedepo hails US on airstrikes against terrorists
The General Overseer of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, has lauded the United States over the Christmas Day airstrikes which were targeted at the enclaves of ISWAP and ISIS members in Sokoto State.Read more
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6. Grid Failure: Nigeria plunged into blackout as power generation crashes
Millions of Nigerians were thrown into darkness on Monday afternoon following yet another major collapse of the national electricity grid.Read more
7. “Stable and relating with family”: Anthony Joshua receives specialist care after fatal road accident
The governments of Lagos and Ogun States have issued a joint reassurance regarding the health of British-Nigerian heavyweight boxing icon, Anthony Joshua, confirming he is in stable condition following a tragic road accident on Monday.Read more
8. Washington overhauls UN aid with leaner $2b pledge for 2026
In a move that signals a seismic shift in global diplomacy, the United States on Monday committed an initial $2 billion for United Nations humanitarian aid in 2026. While the pledge cements Washington’s role as a primary donor, the figure represents a stark decline from previous years, accompanied by a blunt ultimatum to international agencies to reform their operations.Read more
9. Tragedy in Gombe as seven journalists die in fatal road crash
A wave of grief has hit the Nigerian media community following a devastating lone accident in Gombe State that left seven journalists dead and four others critically injured on Monday evening.Read more
10. FG writes off $1.42bn, N5.57tn NNPCL legacy debts
The Federal Government has approved the cancellation of a substantial portion of the debts owed by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited to the Federation Account, wiping off about $1.42bn and N5.57tn after a reconciliation of records between both parties.Read more