As Christmas approaches, Nigeria’s politics, economy and social life are moving fast. Here are key developments in brief, with sources.
Politics & Power
- Soludo’s ‘shrine-like’ Xmas decoration defended
Anambra officials defend the controversial low‑budget Christmas decoration at Eke Awka as a cost‑saving measure in tough economic times.
Source: 247 Ureports - Tension in Ideato, Imo
Supporters of Governor Hope Uzodimma reportedly blocked a reception for a lawmaker, underscoring deep political rivalries in the state.
Source: 247 Ureports - Gombe governor sacks aides over assault
Four aides are dismissed over the assault of a councillor, in a rare public show of internal discipline by the state government.
Sources: Daily Trust, Daily Post Nigeria - Accord Party denies factional crisis
The party chairman insists Accord remains united despite rumours of internal splits.
Source: Daily Trust - PDP vs Wike camp
INEC’s refusal to recognise the Turaki‑led PDP executive is being claimed as a victory by the Wike camp, intensifying the party’s internal war.
Source: Hallmark News - Rivers realignment to APC
Two Rivers senators and six PDP lawmakers defect to APC, tightening APC’s grip and weakening PDP structures ahead of 2027.
Source: Hallmark News
Security, Crime & Justice
- 125 rape, vandalism cases in Jigawa
NSCDC reports a high number of rape and vandalism incidents, highlighting persistent insecurity and social decay.
Source: Daily Post Nigeria - Kwankwaso: brave troops, weak leadership
Rabiu Kwankwaso praises soldiers but blames lack of political will for Nigeria’s security failures.
Source: Daily Trust - Farmer–herder conflict pardon
The Adamawa governor pardons a farmer sentenced to death for killing a herder in alleged self‑defence, spotlighting tensions and perceived justice gaps.
Sources: Gistmania, Information Nigeria - ₦4.6bn fraud charge in Bauchi
The Bauchi State Finance Commissioner is arraigned by EFCC over alleged ₦4.6bn fraud.
Source: The Eagle Online
Economy, Tax & Public Finance
- NIN/CAC to double as tax IDs by 2026
FIRS will use NIN and CAC numbers as tax IDs from January 2026, aiming to expand the tax base and clean up records.
Source: Blueprint Newspapers - Customs beats revenue targets
Tincan Customs generates ₦1.576trn, while Edo/Delta Command passes ₦125.1bn, giving government a fiscal boost.
Source: Blueprint Newspapers - Tinubu: 2025 revenue target met in August
The President claims annual revenue targets were hit by August, framing painful reforms as successful.
Source: Aproko247 - Atiku: altered tax laws are ‘treason’
Atiku accuses the government of illegally tampering with tax laws, turning a policy dispute into a constitutional confrontation.
Source: The Eagle Online - NBA questions tax reform process
The Bar Association warns that irregular lawmaking on tax could undermine Nigeria’s legislative credibility.
Source: New Telegraph
Daily Life & Festive Season
- Lean Christmas for many Nigerians
Reports show households cutting back on food, travel and gifts as inflation bites.
Source: Daily Trust - Abia’s free EV buses for Yuletide
Abia rolls out free intra‑ and inter‑city electric bus rides for the festive season, easing transport costs and showcasing green policy.
Source: Hallmark News - ₦40m raised for armed forces in Jigawa
Jigawa raises over ₦40m at the 2026 Armed Forces emblem appeal, reflecting strong public support for troops despite ongoing insecurity.
Source: Daily Trust
