Yaw Naija and DJ Jimmy Jatt set Abuja/Lagos for “Rewind” flashback concert

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December 28, 2025

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2025-12-28 07:15:00

Reporting by Guardian Nigeria says media personality Yaw Naija and veteran DJ Jimmy Jatt are staging the second edition of the Rewind Flashback Concert, with Abuja and Lagos dates announced.

The show is pitched as a nostalgia-driven night—reviving late-’90s and early-2000s hits and targeting fans who want “old school” energy during the holiday rush.

Also noted by ThisDay (Website): “Yaw… alongside… Jimmy Jatt, will host… Rewind Flashback Concert… Abuja… and… Lagos.” (https://www.thisdaylive.com/)

Separately, Punch Newspapers (Website) reported: “Music lovers are set for a nostalgic experience…” (https://punchng.com/)

Echotitbits take: Nostalgia concerts are becoming a reliable second lane of live entertainment—older audiences, higher spending power, and brand-friendly lineups. Watch for the final performer list and post-show videos; strong execution could turn Rewind into an annual franchise.

Source: Guardian Nigeria — December 27, 2025 — https://guardian.ng/saturday-magazine/weekend-beats/yaw-naija-jimmy-jatts-rewind-concert-to-hold-in-abuja-lagos/

Guardian Nigeria December 27, 2025

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Omah Lay and Seyi Vibez steal the spotlight at Lagos’ Motherland Festival

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December 28, 2025

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Photo Credit: Punch Newspapers
2025-12-28 07:10:00

According to Punch Newspapers, the 2025 Motherland Festival in Lagos delivered standout performances led by Omah Lay and Seyi Vibez, with a broader lineup that kept the crowd locked in through the night.

Other coverage framed the show as a Detty December draw—mixing major Afrobeats acts with a party-heavy Lagos audience that has become a yearly tourism and culture magnet.

Also noted by The Guardian Nigeria (Website): “Odumodu Blvck, Qing Madi, Seyi Vibez light up First Bank Motherland Festival.” (https://guardian.ng/)

Separately, Vanguard (Website) reported: “Omah Lay, Seyi Vibez, Odumodublvck… thrill fans at first bank motherland festival.” (https://www.vanguardngr.com/)

Echotitbits take: Beyond vibes, festivals like this are now serious brand and soft-power infrastructure—tourism, sponsorship money, and diaspora visibility. Watch for the official highlights package, attendance numbers, and which acts leverage this into international bookings.

Source: Punch Newspapers — December 28, 2025 — https://punchng.com/omah-lay-seyi-vibez-light-up-motherland-festival/

Punch Newspapers December 28, 2025

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Tiwa Savage’s Accra moment sparks debate after she appears to exit mid-performance

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December 28, 2025

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Photo Credit: AccraHypeTV (Facebook)
2025-12-28 07:05:00

A Facebook video shared by AccraHypeTV shows Tiwa Savage appearing visibly upset on stage at a Ghana event, with clips circulating rapidly across social platforms.

Online chatter has focused on alleged set-time or slot issues and crowd control, but the viral clips do not include a full official explanation from organisers in the posts that boosted the trend.

Also noted by NairaDiaryTV (Facebook): “Tiwa Savage fumes in Accra after organizers allegedly gave her the wrong performance slot…” (https://www.facebook.com/)

Separately, WoezorTV (YouTube) reported: “Tiwa Savage [Taste The Culture] full performance…” (https://www.youtube.com/)

Echotitbits take: This looks like a familiar Detty December touring-circuit challenge—tight schedules, promoter logistics, and artist expectations colliding in real time. If Tiwa’s team or the organiser doesn’t clarify what happened, treat the narrative as partly unconfirmed and driven by clipped videos rather than full context.

Source: AccraHypeTV (Facebook) — December 27, 2025 — https://www.facebook.com/AccraHypeTV/videos/

AccraHypeTV (Facebook) December 27, 2025

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Nollywood mourns as actress Allwell Ademola dies at 43

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December 28, 2025

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Photo Credit: Punch Newspapers
2025-12-28 07:00:00

In an update published by Punch Newspapers, Nollywood actress and producer Allwell Ademola has reportedly died at age 43, with early reports linking her death to a heart attack.

The report says concerns about her condition circulated before confirmation, and colleagues and fans have since flooded social media with tributes and condolences.

Also noted by Premium Times (Website): “Nollywood actress and producer, Allwell Ademola, has reportedly died at age 43.” (https://www.premiumtimesng.com/entertainment/nollywood/)

Separately, The Nation (Website) reported: “Ademola died on Saturday, December 27, 2025, due to a heart attack…” (https://thenationonlineng.net/)

Echotitbits take: Beyond the personal tragedy, this is another reminder of how quickly health scares can turn fatal—and how Nollywood’s informal “breaking news” pipeline (WhatsApp groups + colleagues’ posts) can outpace formal statements. Watch for an official family update and confirmed funeral details to limit misinformation.

Source: Punch Newspapers — December 28, 2025 — https://punchng.com/icymi-nollywood-actress-allwell-ademola-dies-at-43/

Punch Newspapers December 28, 2025

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Nigeria’s expired-visa amnesty: what September 30 means—and what happens after

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December 28, 2025

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2025-12-28 09:00:00

According to the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), the Expired Visa Initiative (Amnesty) provides a window for foreigners who overstayed or violated visa conditions to regularise their immigration status before penalties apply.

NIS says the initiative targets holders of expired Visa-on-Arrival and other expired entry visas, alongside wider compliance under Nigeria’s evolving visa regime.

After the deadline, enforcement mechanisms—including fines and re-entry restrictions—are expected to tighten for non-compliant residents and sponsors.

NIS states the grace period “extends until 30th September 2025,” while Vanguard quoted an NIS spokesperson saying the scheme “runs until September 30 2025.”

Echotitbits take: For businesses and diaspora-linked employers, the key is audit-and-regularise now—especially for visiting staff and dependents. Watch for post-amnesty enforcement and any new portal-driven compliance checks.

Source: Nigeria Immigration Service — July 2025 (https://immigration.gov.ng/expired-visa-holders/

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MWUN warns ports employers: casualisation is ‘industrial manipulation’ hurting workers

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December 28, 2025

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Photo Credit: The Punch
2025-12-28 09:00:00

In an update published by PUNCH, the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) renewed its opposition to casualisation in ports and related maritime operations, warning that the practice erodes permanent employment and basic worker protections.

Union officials argue that short-term contracting and non-standard employment reduce welfare, depress wages, and weaken safety compliance across high-risk port environments.

MWUN urged regulators and employers to align labour practices with local and international decent-work standards.

PUNCH quoted MWUN’s leadership saying, “The union must act fast to stop this ugly trend.”

Echotitbits take: Ports productivity and labour stability go together. Watch for whether regulators push enforceable standards—especially around contract duration, safety training, and union access.

Source: The Punch — December 28, 2025 (https://punchng.com/maritime-workers-kick-against-casualisation/)

The Punch December 28, 2025
https://punchng.com/maritime-workers-kick-against-casualisation/

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Bandit raid after Christmas: Adanla community in Kwara hit, residents report multiple abductions

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December 28, 2025

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Photo Credit: The Punch
2025-12-28 09:00:00

Reporting by PUNCH indicates suspected bandits invaded Adanla community in Ifelodun LGA of Kwara State and abducted several residents after Christmas celebrations, leaving the area gripped by fear.

Local leaders said the attackers moved house-to-house, firing shots and forcing residents into submission before fleeing with victims.

Security responders were alerted, though residents demanded faster protection for rural communities facing expanding bandit routes.

SaharaReporters quoted a community source saying, “Our peaceful community is in deep sorrow, grief and agony,” while PUNCH quoted a local security coordinator: “At about 7:30pm… bandits had entered the community.”

Echotitbits take: Kwara sits near multiple transit corridors—security coordination must be regional, not state-siloed. Watch for whether forest-guard programs and community watch networks get better intelligence support.

Source: The Punch — December 27, 2025 (https://punchng.com/seven-feared-kidnapped-by-bandits-in-kwara-community/)

The Punch December 27, 2025
https://punchng.com/seven-feared-kidnapped-by-bandits-in-kwara-community/

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Obi’s ADC talks deepen as opposition parties jockey for a 2027 coalition lane

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December 28, 2025

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2025-12-28 09:00:00

According to PUNCH, discussions around Peter Obi potentially aligning with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) have intensified as the party plans a convention and opposition actors reposition ahead of 2027.

Analysts say the move—if it materialises—would reflect a broader scramble to consolidate structures, ballot access, and negotiating power across rival opposition blocs.

The ADC has presented itself as an organising platform for coalition talks, though details of timelines and agreements remain fluid.

PUNCH’s political desk flagged the convention as a key milestone that could shape coalition bargaining going into 2027.

Echotitbits take: Coalition politics is about structure, not slogans. Watch whether ADC can unify factions, secure credible primaries, and avoid the fragmentation that weakened past “third force” efforts.

Source: The Punch — December 28, 2025 (https://punchng.com/obi-set-to-join-adc-as-party-plans-convention/)

The Punch December 28, 2025

https://punchng.com/obi-set-to-join-adc-as-party-plans-convention/

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Somaliland recognition shock: Somalia, AU and partners push back after Israel’s move

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December 28, 2025

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2025-12-28 09:00:00

In a Reuters report, Israel became the first country to formally recognise Somaliland as independent, a move Somalia condemned as unlawful and destabilising for the Horn of Africa.

Somalia’s government and regional partners warned the recognition could encourage secessionist bids and inflame an already volatile neighbourhood with competing security interests.

Diplomatic responses broadened quickly, with multiple states and blocs reiterating support for Somalia’s territorial integrity.

Reuters quoted Somalia’s government calling the move an “unlawful step” and a “deliberate attack,” while AP reported a joint statement rejecting Israel’s recognition “given the serious repercussions… on peace and security.”

Echotitbits take: The big watch is whether recognition triggers a domino effect or stays isolated. For Africa, the tension is between de facto realities and the AU’s long-standing anti-fragmentation stance.

Source: Reuters — December 26, 2025 (https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israel-recognises-somaliland-somalias-breakway-region-independent-state-2025-12-26/)

Reuters December 26, 2025
https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israel-recognises-somaliland-somalias-breakway-region-independent-state-2025-12-26/

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Katsina, UNICEF move to count Almajiri and Islamiya pupils—planning bigger education reforms

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December 28, 2025

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Photo Credit: Independent
2025-12-28 09:00:00

Figures cited by PUNCH show Katsina State is partnering with UNICEF to conduct a census of Almajiri and Islamiya schools, aiming to establish accurate data for education planning and child-welfare support.

Officials say the exercise will map enrolment patterns, school distribution, and gaps that have long complicated targeted interventions.

The initiative is expected to feed into reforms on basic education delivery and social support for vulnerable pupils.

The Guardian quoted the bureau describing the exercise as “the first step to building a better future.”

Echotitbits take: Data is the doorway to smarter budgeting—especially for welfare-linked education. Watch whether census outputs become a live registry tied to school feeding, health checks, and conditional support for families.

Source: Independent — June 27, 2025 (https://independent.ng/unicef-katsina-govt-set-to-count-almajiri-islamiya-schools/)

Independent June 27, 2025

UNICEF, Katsina Govt Set To Count Almajiri, Islamiya Schools

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