20th Carnival Calabar kicks off with all 36 states
The 20th Carnival Calabar has begun, featuring all 36 Nigerian states. Explore the 'Traces of Time' theme, cultural displays, and massive economic impact. Join the celebration!
The 20th Carnival Calabar has begun, featuring all 36 Nigerian states. Explore the 'Traces of Time' theme, cultural displays, and massive economic impact. Join the celebration!
The South East Renewed Hope Agenda distributed food to Enugu residents for Christmas, promoting unity and hope while addressing food security challenges. Read more.
Nigerian singer Burna Boy has donated $145,000 to activist Verydarkman for charity work, including freeing inmates and paying hospital bills. See fan reactions.
The 2025 Calabar Cultural Carnival began in grand style, featuring 22 states, 18 LGAs, and a new Diaspora Band. Governor Otu highlights Nigeria's premier cultural showcase. Read more!
Archbishop Daniel Okoh of CAN declares the 2025 Christmas season as Nigeria's most peaceful in recent memory, crediting improved security. Read the full story and analysis.
LOLAHARRIS Foundation Inc. USA spreads Christmas cheer, donating rice, oil & more to St. John’s Cathedral, Arigbajo. Founder Ololade Famuyiwa Gbomina shares her inspiring journey of giving back to the community. Read more.
President Tinubu hails a major $1.26 billion financing deal for the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, signalling rising global investor confidence in Nigeria's infrastructure and reforms. Read more.
Velocity Humanitarian Foundation in Gombe donates 600 bags of rice to CAN for Christmas distribution. The gesture aims to support vulnerable families and promote unity during the festive season.
Discover the history behind the red Santa hat, its link to Saint Nicholas, and why it's a global symbol of Christmas joy, gift-giving, and peace in Nigeria and beyond.
While many celebrate on December 25, six African nations, including Morocco and Somalia, do not observe Christmas as a public holiday. Discover the reasons and estimated Christian populations.
An Islamic cleric's viral video addresses whether Muslims can accept Christmas food from Christians, promoting interfaith harmony. Read Nigerians' reactions and related news.
Nigerian celebrities flooded social media with vibrant Christmas 2025 family photos, showcasing bold colours and matching outfits. See the heartwarming festive moments from Wizkid's kids to Mercy Johnson.
While Nigeria marks Christmas with a public holiday, in 36 nations, including Israel, Saudi Arabia, and China, December 25 is a regular workday. Discover the reasons behind this global diversity.
Explore 9 intriguing facts about Christmas, from its pagan roots to its huge economic impact in Nigeria for the 2025 festive season. Discover the history behind the traditions.
Discover five major Christian denominations in Nigeria that abstain from Christmas celebrations, citing doctrinal beliefs about pagan origins and biblical silence on the date.
President Bola Tinubu and state governors across Nigeria have called for unity, peace, and religious tolerance in their 2025 Christmas messages. Read their full statements and commitments.
Apostle James Anam, Chairman of Calabar Municipal Council, presents a ₦13 billion budget for 2026, focusing on economic growth, infrastructure, and healthcare. Read the full breakdown.
Peak Milk's 2025 'Enjoy Christmas At Its Peak' campaign spreads festive cheer across Nigeria with activations in Lagos, PH, Abuja & more from Dec 1-26. Join the celebration!
Author Foluke Sijuwola Falayi discusses her new children's book, 'Ugo And Ify At Christmas,' which captures the authentic African Christmas experience. A must-read for families this season!
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has three years left to secure his legacy. Experts urge decisive action on coastal development, a refinery, and deep seaport to transform the state's economy. The time to act is now.
Ebubechukwu Eziokwe Foundation empowers over 1,200 pupils in Umuchu with essential learning kits. Founder Ezeukoh Ebubechukwu champions grassroots education, calling for government support to build a future where no child is left behind.
Explore the profound impacts of Christmas 2025 in Nigeria, from spiritual significance and social unity to security measures and governors' outreach. Discover how the season fosters national integration.
Detty December 2024 drove record tourism & ₦1.02B box office revenue in Nigeria. Explore how this cultural movement fuels economic growth and diaspora reconnection for long-term national impact.
Hon. Chief Chukwuemeka Egwuonwu, President of Ohanaeze Ndigbo in Cross River, donates millions in food to over 1,000 residents. The act fulfills a vow made during a life-threatening illness. Read the inspiring story of gratitude and cross-ethnic giving.
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele spreads festive cheer with N50 million cash and thousands of bags of rice, beans to all 177 wards in Ekiti State. Read about the massive distribution.
Hon. Chief Chukwuemeka Egwuonwu, Ohanaeze President in Cross River, donates millions in food to over 1,000 residents, fulfilling a vow made during a serious illness. Read the inspiring story of gratitude.
The Nigerian Navy saved 20 crew members after their vessel caught fire on the Calabar waterways. One crew member is missing as search operations continue. Read the full story.
The Nigerian Navy rescued 20 crew members after their vessel, MV Chimba Express, caught fire on the Calabar waterways. One crew member remains missing as search efforts continue. Read the full report.
Agricultural experts under EDUFACS pledge to create 2.3 million jobs, supporting President Tinubu's food security agenda. Learn how large-scale farming and youth training will boost Nigeria's economy.
Wunti Al-khair Foundation has donated 4,500 bags of rice to CAN in Bauchi to support Christmas celebrations across the state's 20 LGAs. Read about this gesture of hope.