The Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Lagos State, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has urged Nigerians to remain optimistic about the nation’s economic prospects. Adegbite also urged Nigerians to embrace the spirit of love and sacrifice during this Christmas season. In his Christmas goodwill message, released through his Special Adviser on Media, Rev. Oladapo Daramola on Tuesday, Adegbite emphasised …

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has declared a two-week holiday for civil servants in the state in celebration of the Christmas and New Year festivities. The Governor made the announcement on Tuesday in Makurdi, stating that the holiday will begin on Tuesday, 24 December 2024, and end on Monday, 6 January 2025. However, he emphasized that essential services must …

A few days before Christmas and New Year, most domestic flights to some parts of the country have been fully booked while prices have gone up by over 100 per cent in some Southern routes, Weekend Trust can report. The most affected routes are the South-East and South-South destinations, which usually record increased passenger movements during the Yuletide festivities. Daily …

The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA), has banned operators from operating at night, saying no passenger boat must move from jetties from 6 pm in the evening. In a statement released by NIWA management and a copy made available to newsmen, the Authority highlighted the importance of adhering to the Transportation Code, 2023, which has been gazetted and will be …

Aero Contractors has announced a minimum ticket price of N80,000 for local flights across its routes during the festive season. The airline’s Managing Director, Mr.Ado Sanusi disclosed this on Tuesday during a briefing with journalists, describing the initiative as a gesture to alleviate the financial burden on Nigerians amid the Christmas and New Year celebrations. Sanusi said the initiative, which …

The Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has gifted four trailers of rice, containing 1,200 bags, and N23 million cash to members of the All Progressives Congress (APC) across Ondo State in celebration of Christmas and New Year. According to a statement on Tuesday, the minister gave N1 million each to all the 18 local government secretariats of the APC …

In a bold attempt to confront the harsh economic realities faced by Nigerians, especially during this yuletide period, a member of the House of Representatives representing Amuwo-Odofin constituency, George Adegeye has donated 683 bags of rice, vegetable oil, salt, and cash gifts to party faithful and constituents. The young lawmaker, recognised for his generosity in Amuwo-Odofin politics, stated that the …

The Nigerian Police Force, Kebbi State Command, has warned residents of the state against the use of fireworks and knockouts during the forthcoming Christmas and New Year celebrations in the state. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the command’s spokesperson, SP Nafiu Abubakar. Abubakar stated that the Commissioner of Police, CP Chris Aimionowane, is committed to maintaining the …

As part of its continued commitment to the growth and development of the Nigerian economy, Sterling Bank Limited has concluded arrangements to host a mega business fair during the yuletide. The event will showcase the best of Made by Nigerians (MBN) and Eat Drink Festival (EDF) on the 27th and 28th of December 2023 at the Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos. …

The Kwara State Commissioner of Police, Victor Olaiya, on Tuesday, banned the use of fireworks, firecrackers, or any other explosive device in Kwara during the yuletide season. In a statement by the command’s spokesperson, Deputy Superintendent Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, Olaiya was quaoted as saying that the ban had become imperative because firecrackers and other explosive devices can lead to extensive damage …