By Chimaobi Nwaiwu Equipment and goods worth over N200.000,000, were Wednesday morning destroyed by fire outbreak at Ibokwu Street, by Old Market Road, Onitsha, Anambra State. The fire incident which was said to have started by 9:15 am when the shop owners were at home to celebrate Christmas, was prevented from spreading to nearby houses…
By Kazeem Ugbodaga President Bola Tinubu has extended warm Christmas greetings to Nigerians, urging them to embrace the spirit of love, peace, and unity embodied in the celebration of Jesus Christ’s birth. In his heartfelt message, the President called on citizens to find solace in faith and renew their commitment to building a prosperous Nigeria….
The Ogun State Police Command has deployed 7,777 officers across the state to improve security of lives and property during the Yuletide and beyond. A statement issued on Tuesday by the spokesperson for the command, Omolola Odutola, confirmed this. She said thee State Commissioner of Police, Lanre Ogunlowo would deploy operatives to key locations. Key…
By Lawrence Agbo Despite Christmas being one of the most popular holidays worldwide, not all churches celebrate it. Although many people celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ during this time, some churches and other religious institutions have chosen not to take part of the Christmas celebration due to its historical roots, or a desire for…
By Nehru Odeh The Lagos State government has proved that Lagos is indeed a Centre of Excellence with the Christmas decorations that now dot the city. And this is something it does every year, adding fun, ecstasy and unforgettable memories to the Yuletide in Nigeria’s commercial capital. Bright lights of different designs, shapes and colours…
By Akanni Dorcas Christmas in Nigeria is a time for love, joy, and the kind of chaos that only Nigerians can deliver. It’s a day filled with laughter, family drama, and lots of food. Christmas in Nigeria is like no other; a melting pot of personalities that make the holiday unforgettable. From the food lovers…
By Grace Edema The Lagos State Government has cautioned residents against noise pollution, especially during the Yuletide season and beyond. A statement made available to PUNCH Online on Tuesday noted that the state Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Mr Tokunbo Wahab, alongside the General Manager, Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency., Dr Babatunde Ajayi, highlighted…
By Marie-Therese Nanlong Jos— No fewer than 15 people have been killed at the Gidan Ado community of Ganawuri in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State while others were injured and were now receiving treatment in a hospital. Recall that a year ago, armed men disturbed the Christmas celebration in communities in the Mangu,…
By Ikenna Obianeri Partial economic and commercial activities were recorded in major cities of Anambra State on Monday as banks, markets, motor parks, business centres, petrol stations and public premises remained shut over the Monday sit-at-home. It was gathered that the major markets, motor parks and other public places were devoid of the huge influx…
