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  • Dapper Live’s “Trench Symphony” pitches Afrobeats + Fuji with full orchestra

    Dapper Live’s “Trench Symphony” pitches Afrobeats + Fuji with full orchestra

    Photo credit: Pulse

    Dapper Live’s “Trench Symphony” pitches Afrobeats + Fuji with full orchestra

    According to Pulse, Dapper Live has announced “Trench Symphony,” describing it as a large-scale orchestral live experience blending Afrobeats and Fuji.

    The announcement frames it as a premium December concert play, built for Lagos’ end‑of‑year rush and the growing appetite for bigger, more theatrical live production.

    Premium Times (News): “The concert will be held at the Balmoral Eko Convention Centre.”
    Culture Custodian (Facebook): “an ambitious live music experience.”

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: Nigeria’s live circuit is moving from club‑set energy to festival‑grade staging. If this orchestra + street‑sound fusion lands at scale, it could raise the bar for December concerts and influence how promoters package Fuji and street‑pop crossovers next year.

    Source: Pulse — December 15, 2025 — https://www.pulse.ng/story/dapper-live-announces-trench-symphony-afrobeats-and-fujis-largest-orchestra-this-december-2025121516425963398

    Image: https://www.pulse.ng/story/dapper-live-announces-trench-symphony-afrobeats-and-fujis-largest-orchestra-this-december-2025121516425963398 — Photo credit: Pulse

  • Wizkid & Asake set “REAL (Vol. 1)” up as a December drop

    Wizkid & Asake set “REAL (Vol. 1)” up as a December drop

    Photo credit: Pulse

    Wizkid & Asake set “REAL (Vol. 1)” up as a December drop

    According to Pulse, Asake says his working relationship with Wizkid has evolved into a joint project, with the duo teasing an EP titled “REAL (Vol. 1)” for a December release.

    In the report, Asake frames the collaboration as something that grew from alignment and mutual respect rather than a quick, label-driven pairing. The project is also being positioned as a major “Detty December” moment, given both artists’ recent momentum.

    The Nation (News): “set to drop this December.”
    Billboard Africa (Instagram): “teaming up for a joint EP called ‘REAL (Vol. 1)’.”

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: This pairing could reshape end‑of‑year listening in Nigeria—if the rollout is clean and the lead single lands, it may dominate playlists and “December nightlife” rotations. Watch for tracklist hints, pre‑saves, and whether either artist previews more snippets in live settings.

    Source: Pulse — December 16, 2025 — https://www.pulse.ng/story/asake-wizkid-real-2025121610001720055

    Image: https://www.pulse.ng/story/asake-wizkid-real-2025121610001720055 — Photo credit: Pulse

  • Funke Akindele’s “Behind The Scenes” breaks ₦200m opening-weekend mark

    Funke Akindele’s “Behind The Scenes” breaks ₦200m opening-weekend mark

    The Nation (photo on page)
    2025-12-16

    According to The Guardian, Funke Akindele’s film Behind The Scenes crossed ₦200 million in its opening weekend, citing FilmOne’s performance announcement and admissions figures.

    The report highlights how strong distribution, marketing and screen allocation can turn local titles into blockbuster runs.

    The next signal to watch is whether the film sustains momentum beyond opening weekend.

    FilmOne/Instagram reposts: “crosses ₦200M in one weekend…”

    Note: “A second mainstream outlet confirmation with a direct quote was not available in retrieved sources for this session.”

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: This strengthens the argument that Nollywood’s theatrical ceiling is rising if execution is tight. Watch week-two drop-off, piracy impact, and diaspora screenings that can extend the revenue tail.

    Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) — December 16, 2025 (https://guardian.ng/life/funke-akindeles-behind-the-scenes-records-over-%e2%82%a6200m-in-opening-weekend)

  • Revenue sharing formula review gains steam amid calls for deeper fiscal federalism

    Revenue sharing formula review gains steam amid calls for deeper fiscal federalism

    PunchNG (illustrative image)
    2025-08-24

    Writing in ThisDay, analysts argue Nigeria’s revenue sharing formula is due for a rethink, noting the structure continues to shape monthly allocations and fiscal behaviour across the three tiers of government.

    The debate ties into calls for deeper fiscal federalism so responsibilities and resources better align at subnational levels.

    Any review is likely to reopen negotiations around derivation, VAT sharing and constitutional constraints.

    PRNigeria: “RMAFC commenced a review of the revenue sharing formula…”

    The Punch (editorial): “for a new allocation formula…”

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: The hardest part is political bargaining over who gains and who loses. Watch for a formal RMAFC proposal, National Assembly timelines, and whether derivation/VAT sharing becomes the main flashpoint.

    Source: ThisDay — August 24, 2025 (https://www.thisdaylive.com/2025/08/24/issues-in-the-revenue-sharing-formula/)

  • Police recruitment: PSC says portal opens for 50,000 constables, with a January deadline

    Police recruitment: PSC says portal opens for 50,000 constables, with a January deadline

    PunchNG (image on page)
    2025-12-11

    In a statement on its website, the Police Service Commission (PSC) announced that applications for 50,000 police constables would be received online within a defined window, running to late January 2026.

    The notice outlines eligibility and process requirements aimed at streamlining intake and reducing physical bottlenecks.

    The scale of recruitment puts transparency and training capacity under the spotlight.

    The Punch: “opened the portal for recruitment of 50,000 police constables.”

    Note: “A second high-quality media validation with a direct quote was not available in retrieved sources for this session.”

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: The key risks are fraud and uneven selection. Watch for clear shortlisting criteria, integrity of medical screening, training throughput, and whether deployments align with areas of greatest need.

    Source: Police Service Commission — December 11, 2025 (https://psc.gov.ng/2025/12/11/recruitment-of-50000-constables-into-the-nigeria-police-force-portal-opens-applications-invited-as-psc-npf-commit-to-a-seamless-process/https://www.instagram.com/politics_hunter/p/DSHqgXAigdx/?hl=bg)

  • FAAC shares ₦2.094trn to FG, states and LGAs from October revenue

    FAAC shares ₦2.094trn to FG, states and LGAs from October revenue

    PunchNG (illustrative image)
    2025-11-01

    From a Federal Ministry of Finance update, FAAC shared ₦2.094 trillion as federation allocation for October 2025, drawn from a gross total of ₦2.934 trillion.

    Monthly FAAC inflows shape state liquidity, wage payments, and capital spending, while also reflecting swings in oil receipts, VAT and other revenue lines.

    The breakdown highlights why fiscal planning remains sensitive to revenue volatility.

    Vanguard: “distributed a total of N2.094 trillion…”

    TheCable: “shared… N2.09 trillion for October.”

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: Volatility remains the headline risk. Watch how non-oil reforms affect VAT and statutory inflows, and whether states publish clearer spending outcomes tied to FAAC receipts.

    Source: Federal Ministry of Finance (Nigeria) — November 01, 2025 (https://finance.gov.ng/fg-states-lgcs-share-n2-094-trillion-from-a-gross-total-of-n2-934-trillion-for-the-month-of-october-2025/)

  • Reps committee summons three DisCos over ₦100bn unpaid remittances

    Reps committee summons three DisCos over ₦100bn unpaid remittances

    PunchNG (illustrative image on article page)
    2025-12-16

    According to The Punch, the House of Representatives Public Accounts Committee summoned IBEDC, BEDC and PHEDC over alleged failure to remit more than ₦100bn owed to the Federal Government.

    The committee said the move is about protecting public resources and warned that ignoring summons can attract penalties under the law.

    The matter sits within broader debates on market shortfalls and cashflow constraints in the power sector.

    ThisDay: “summoned… over N100bn payment default.”

    BusinessDay: “summons… over N100bn debt to FG.”

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: This could force repayment plans—or fade without enforcement. Watch for sanctions, structured recovery agreements, and whether regulators address the deeper revenue-collection and tariff issues driving remittance gaps.

    Source: The Punch — December 16, 2025 (https://punchng.com/n100bn-unpaid-reps-move-against-three-discos/)

  • FG approves 4,000 telecom towers to expand rural coverage and boost security

    FG approves 4,000 telecom towers to expand rural coverage and boost security

    PunchNG (illustrative image on article page)
    2025-12-04

    The Punch reports the Federal Government approved deploying about 4,000 telecom towers to improve rural connectivity, citing security and inclusion benefits.

    The plan targets underserved communities where weak coverage limits digital services and also constrains emergency response and security communications.

    How the programme is funded and maintained will shape whether coverage gains are sustainable.

    Xinhua: “about 4,000 telecom towers nationwide to expand digital access in underserved communities.”

    The Guardian: “targets about 20 million Nigerians.”

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: Execution risk is high: power, vandalism, right-of-way, and backhaul capacity. Watch for the financing model (PPP vs direct funding), rollout timelines, and alignment with fibre upgrades.

    Source: The Punch — December 04, 2025 (https://punchng.com/fg-approves-4000-telecom-towers-to-boost-security-rural-connectivity/)

  • Labour movement rallies nationwide protest over worsening insecurity

    Labour movement rallies nationwide protest over worsening insecurity

    Unsplash (source.unsplash.com)
    2025-12-15

    In a report by Vanguard, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) urged workers and civil society allies to protest nationwide against worsening insecurity, with Abuja among focal points.

    The mobilisation reflects how security failures are increasingly being framed not only as policing issues but also as economic and worker-welfare crises affecting commuting, business activity, and daily costs.

    Vanguard (original report): “take to the streets…in a nationwide protest against…worsening insecurity.”

    Note: “Two additional mainstream validations with direct quotes were not available in retrieved sources for this session.”

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: If turnout is strong, pressure will mount for concrete security deliverables. Watch the police posture, route approvals, and whether labour sets follow-up timelines or escalates into broader industrial action.

    Source: Vanguard — December 15, 2025 (https://www.vanguardngr.com/2025/12/nlc-rallies-workers-allies-for-protest-over-insecurity/)

  • Police to restart tinted-glass permit enforcement from January 2

    Police to restart tinted-glass permit enforcement from January 2

    PunchNG (image on article page)
    2025-12-15

    As reported by Vanguard, the Nigeria Police Force says enforcement of tinted-glass permit requirements will resume from January 2, 2026, framing it as part of a broader anti-crime posture.

    The announcement signals a return to stricter checks on compliance, amid recurring debates about extortion risk at checkpoints versus legitimate security needs.

    SaharaReporters: “necessary and urgent to resume full enforcement…to safeguard our communities.”

    Premium Times: “starting from 2 January 2026…”

    Analysis/Echotitbits take: Implementation will determine public acceptance. Watch for clear permit workflows, fee transparency, exemptions, and disciplinary action against extortion—otherwise compliance checks may become another friction point.

    Source: The Punch — December 15, 2025 (https://punchng.com/police-to-resume-nationwide-tinted-glass-permit-enforcement-january-2/)