Police in Anambra State have launched investigations after separate violent incidents left multiple casualties, with early indications pointing to organised criminal or cult-linked elements in at least one location.
Security sweeps were reportedly intensified to prevent reprisals and restore public confidence.
Source:Punch, 2025-12-08
PalmPay has launched a month-long ‘Purple December’ campaign encouraging users to complete weekly digital tasks for prizes, culminating in a Christmas-themed social challenge.
The fintech says the activation celebrates user loyalty and highlights everyday digital-payment stories during the festive season.
Source: Punch, 2025-12-09
A Bauchi traditional leader stated that Sharia criminal law applies to Muslims and does not target Christians, describing contrary claims as misinformation.
The remarks come amid renewed public and international attention to Nigeria’s religious-freedom narratives and interfaith anxieties.
Source: Punch, 2025-12-09
Inspector-General Kayode Egbetokun warned that misinformation—including recycled videos and edited images—has significantly harmed the Nigeria Police Force’s reputation.
He urged police PROs to respond faster and more professionally to false narratives to protect public trust.
Source : The Nation, 2025-12-08
The ICPC says it is monitoring 760 road projects across Nigeria to determine status, curb abandonment and strengthen accountability in capital-project delivery.
The move signals tougher scrutiny of contract performance and value-for-money outcomes in public infrastructure.
Source: Punch2025-12-08
President Tinubu approved a phased opening of the Bodo–Bonny Road in Rivers State for light vehicles, restricted to daytime travel. Heavy-duty vehicles and night movement remain barred pending full completion expected in Q1 2026.
The opening is framed as relief for long-standing access challenges to Bonny Island.
Source:Punch, 2025-12-08
A U.S. congressional delegation met with Benue clerics and traditional leaders to discuss recurring violence and insecurity, signalling heightened international concern.
Local leaders reportedly pressed for stronger protection of rural communities and accountability for perpetrators.
Source: Punch, 2025-12-09
The Supreme Court has struck out Osun State’s suit seeking release of withheld local government allocations, ruling that the state attorney-general lacked standing to sue on behalf of the councils. However, reports indicate the Court also faulted the Federal Government’s withholding of the funds and reaffirmed the principle that allocations should be released directly to duly elected local governments. The judgment has sparked political reactions, including public commendation from Minister Adegboyega Oyetola, who described the ruling as reinforcing due process and local government autonomy. (Sources: The Punch, Premium Times, The Guardian, Dec 5–6, 2025.)
The Fusengbuwa ruling house of Ijebu-Ode has asked Fuji star Wasiu Ayinde (KWAM 1) to complete a royal lineage data form as part of procedures for the next Awujale of Ijebuland selection. Punch reports that the ruling house chairman stressed that only verified members of the family would be allowed to participate in the process. KWAM 1 had reportedly written to declare interest in the stool, describing himself as a bona fide son of the house and stating that his aspiration aligns with customary law and Ogun State chieftaincy regulations. The development has fueled significant public discussion in Ogun’s cultural and political circles. Source: Punch, December 7, 2025.
Federal revenue from the electronic money transfer levy hit about N360.29 billion between January and October 2025, more than doubling the comparable 2024 figure, according to an internal FIRS document cited by Punch. The year-on-year jump suggests increased taxable transfer volumes and/or stronger compliance, with the report noting monthly gains across the period. The data adds another angle to ongoing debates about the balance between broadening non-oil revenue and the public sensitivity around transaction-related taxes. Source: Punch, December 7, 2025.