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Culture & Tourism

20th Carnival Calabar kicks off with vibrant cultural parade

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The 20th Carnival Calabar strategically blends tradition with contemporary celebration, using a vibrant cultural parade to showcase the living heritage of Cross River’s tribes. A key insight distinguishes the foundational “cultural carnival,” which honors inherited traditions, from the modern street parade, where communities actively create new expressions of identity. This dual structure successfully transforms the event into a powerful platform for both cultural preservation and dynamic self-expression, attracting nationwide participation. The carnival emerges not as an erosion of heritage, but as a sophisticated evolution that

Economy/Business

Repeal, re-enactment of 2024, 2025 Appropriation Acts to enhance transparency – Rep

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Nigeria’s legislature has repealed and re-enacted its 2024 and 2025 budget acts to fundamentally reform its fiscal system, targeting enhanced transparency, accountability, and alignment with global best practices. The core reform is the decisive move to end the problematic practice of running multiple, overlapping budgets, which has caused fiscal confusion, poor project outcomes, and low capital budget performance. By establishing a single, coherent national budget cycle after March 31, 2026, the government aims to streamline funding,

Elections

E-registration: Preparations are in top gear –Lagos APC Chairman

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The Lagos APC is launching a comprehensive e-registration drive in January 2026 to build a credible membership database ahead of upcoming congresses and elections, actively welcoming new defectors. The exercise mandates biometric data including NIN and PVC, with the latter being a requirement for full membership status. Party leadership simultaneously addresses internal grievances by initiating refunds for previous election forms and defending candidate selection as consensus-based, not imposition. This strategic move aims to solidify the party’s structural and numerical strength while managing internal perceptions

Football

AFCON 2025: Onuachu, Dele-Bashiru upbeat ahead Tunisia test

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The Nigerian Super Eagles, confident after a strong opening win, approach their crucial AFCON group clash with Tunisia with a focused, match-by-match mentality aimed at topping the group. Key players emphasize that success hinges not on historical records but on disciplined execution of the coach’s strategy and a versatile, committed squad effort. This encounter is framed as a pivotal test of their championship ambitions, where respect for the opponent is balanced with unwavering self-belief. Ultimately, the team’s depth and winning mindset are presented as

General News

Imam urges Tinubu to remain focused

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During a public prayer service, a prominent Imam offered President Tinubu both political counsel and theological endorsement, advising steadfast focus on development despite inevitable criticism. The sermon framed leadership through a religious lens, emphasizing that divine favor rests on rulers who heed their people’s needs. It also presented Nigeria’s ethnic and religious diversity not as a challenge but as a divine design for national unity and mutual learning. This public appearance strategically reinforces the President’s connection to both faith and national cohesion while acknowledging the pressures of governance.

Culture & Tourism

Sanwo-Olu unveils towering 32-foot Eyo monument in Lagos

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Governor Sanwo-Olu has inaugurated a monumental 32-foot Eyo statue in Lagos, strategically positioning it as both a landmark of cultural identity and a catalyst for heritage tourism. This initiative, part of a broader festival celebration, underscores a committed government strategy to leverage public art and documentary filmmaking to preserve and commercialize Yoruba cultural heritage. The project explicitly links cultural development to infrastructure investment, framing it as essential for economic and social growth. Ultimately, this monument is designed not merely as a tribute

Defence/Security

CDS, COAS reinforce troop welfare, pledge enhanced Security in Sokoto

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Nigeria’s top military leaders have reinforced their commitment to troop welfare and enhanced security in Sokoto, directly linking soldier morale to operational success in combating regional threats. They emphasized that sustained stability requires a dual strategy of heightened military vigilance and strengthened collaboration with local communities and authorities. A core insight is the leadership’s recognition that proactive, intelligence-driven operations must be underpinned by genuine civil-military cooperation to achieve lasting peace. This approach positions troop welfare and community relations not as peripheral concerns, but as central,

Community

Bishop's Christmas visit frees 11 Kano inmates

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A Catholic Bishop’s Christmas visit to a Kano correctional facility demonstrates a powerful model of faith-based rehabilitation, blending spiritual ministry with tangible action. By securing the release of 11 inmates and providing material support, the initiative emphasizes redemption and societal reintegration over mere punishment. This event highlights the critical impact of collaborative partnerships between religious institutions and correctional services in fostering hope and positive change. Ultimately, it reframes the holiday’s spirit as a catalyst for offering second chances and upholding human dignity within the

General News

NISO restates commitment to building a future ready grid -MD

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The Nigerian Independent System Operator (NISO) is prioritizing the development of a resilient and modernized national grid to integrate renewable energy and drive economic growth. Under new leadership, the organization reports early progress in grid operations and regional cooperation while emphasizing that its people-centric strategy—focusing on staff development and industrial harmony—is fundamental to its mission. This dual focus on advanced technical infrastructure and internal organizational health is presented as the critical foundation for building a reliable and future-ready electricity sector in Nigeria.

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