Top 20 Nigerian news headline summaries as of December 31, 2025, aggregated from major sources like Vanguard, ThisDay, Independent, Blueprint, and others.
- New Tax Laws Take Effect Tomorrow, Tinubu Insists
President Tinubu confirms the implementation of new tax reforms starting January 1, 2026, aimed at structural reset and harmonization.
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/12/new-tax-laws-take-effect-tomorrow-tinubu-insists/ - Tinubu: New Tax Laws Take Off January 1, CBN Projects $51.04bn External Reserves
President reaffirms tax laws rollout; CBN forecasts growth, lower inflation, and rising reserves.
https://www.thisdaylive.com/2025/12/31/tinubu-new-tax-laws-take-off-january-1-cbn-projects-51-04bn-external-reserves/ - NNPP NWC Denounces Suspension Of Party’s Kano State Chairman, Hamisu Dungurawa
National Working Committee declares suspension null and void.
(From earlier aggregation; related: https://www.channelstv.com/) - APC Leaders In Udu Endorse Tinubu, Oborevwori For 2027
Delta APC leaders pledge support for re-elections at unity meeting.
https://independent.ng/apc-leaders-in-udu-endorse-tinubu-oborevwori-for-2027-at-palamas-unity-meeting/ - N1.75trn NDDC Budget Must Deliver Real Impact For N’Delta People – Ibori-Suenu
House Committee demands tangible results from proposed budget.
https://newtelegraphng.com/n1-75trn-nddc-budget-must-deliver-real-impact-for-n-delta-people-ibori-suenu/ - Young Farmers Hail NAIC Boss Danfulani, Back Insurance Reforms
Praise for leadership in agricultural insurance advancements.
(Blueprint Newspapers) - Anthony Joshua Crash: Driver May Face Prosecution As Boxer Suffers Leg Fracture
Update on road accident involving the heavyweight champion.
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/12/anthony-joshua-crash-driver-may-face-prosecution-as-boxer-suffers-leg-fracture-source/ - Nigeria’s Oil Output Drops 5.9% to 1.599m bpd
NUPRC reports decline in crude oil and condensate production.
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/12/just-in-nigerias-oil-output-drops-5-9-to-1-599m-bpd/ - Transfers Above N10k: Banks To Start Charging N50 Stamp Duty From January 1
New electronic money transfer levy to apply on qualifying transactions.
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/12/transfers-above-n10k-banks-to-start-charging-n50-stamp-duty-from-january-1/ - Heirs Energies Acquires Maurel & Prom’s 20% Stake in Seplat Energy for $500m
Major deal boosts indigenous participation in energy sector.
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/12/heirs-energies-acquires-maurel-proms-20-stake-in-seplat-energy-for-500m/ - King Charles Honours Wale Edun with Grand Commander of Victorian Order
Finance Minister recognized; President Tinubu hails the award.
https://www.thisdaylive.com/2025/12/31/king-charles-honours-wale-edun-with-grand-commander-of-victorian-order-president-hails-minister/ - Alleged N9bn Fraud: Court Remands Ex-AGF Malami, Son in Kuje Prison
Former Attorney General and family member detained pending trial.
https://www.thisdaylive.com/2025/12/31/alleged-n9bn-fraud-court-remands-ex-agf-malami-son-a-lady-in-kuje-prison/ - Solid Minerals Delivered N63.92bn to Federation Account in 11 Months
Sector’s contribution highlights non-oil revenue growth.
https://www.thisdaylive.com/2025/12/31/solid-minerals-delivered-n63-92bn-to-federation-account-in-11-months/ - I Won’t Defect With Obi — Alex Otti Vows To Remain In Labour Party
Abia Governor reaffirms loyalty despite Peter Obi’s exit.
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/12/i-wont-defect-with-obi-alex-otti-vows-to-remain-in-labour-party/ - 2025: Nigeria’s Economy In A Topsy-Turvy Amidst Witnessed Growth
Year-end analysis of economic challenges and progress.
(Blueprint Newspapers) - Oba Community Restates Confidence In Igwe Emelobe
Community dismisses allegations against traditional leader.
(From earlier aggregation) - AMAC Ends Cash Payments, Automates Tax Collection
Abuja council shifts to digital for efficiency.
(The Abuja Inquirer) - FRSC Confirms 18 Killed in Jigawa Auto Crash
Fatal road incident on Dutse-Kiyawa Highway.
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/12/frsc-confirms-18-killed-in-jigawa-auto-crash/ - One Feared Killed, Five Trapped in Kebbi Rice Mill Collapse
Structural failure at private facility in Birnin Kebbi.
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/12/one-feared-killed-five-others-trapped-in-kebbi-rice-mill-collapse/ - Super Eagles Beat Uganda to Top Group C in AFCON 2025
Nigeria advances strongly in ongoing tournament.
https://www.thisdaylive.com/2025/12/31/perfect-super-eagles-beat-uganda-to-top-group-c-tunisia-runners-up/