Christmas Day is a time many Nigerians look forward to a day meant for rest, celebration and togetherness with family and friends.

But for thousands of workers across the country, Christmas is spent on duty, providing essential services that allow others to celebrate safely and comfortably.

On Nigeria Daily, we take a closer look at the Nigerians working on Christmas Day, whether their efforts are noticed, what motivates them to show up for duty, and how employers recognize those sacrifices.

As Christmas approaches, many Nigerians are adjusting their plans not because they want to, but because they have to.

With less money to spend and household incomes under pressure, families are rethinking how they celebrate, what they buy, and how far their budgets can stretch this festive season.

On Nigeria Daily, we examine how Nigerians are preparing for Christmas with less money to spend, the choices they are making, and what this says about the country’s current economic realities.

Nigeria’s tax reforms were designed to strengthen revenue collection and streamline administration, but the controversy surrounding their passage has raised serious questions about process, trust and accountability.

With lawmakers rejecting the gazetted versions of the tax laws and pressure mounting on the Federal Government to halt implementation, uncertainty now hangs over businesses, investors and taxpayers.

On Nigeria Daily, we examine the disputed tax laws, the political and economic implications of enforcing them despite resistance, and what this standoff could mean for governance and ordinary Nigerians.

When powerful institutions clash, the implications often extend beyond the individuals involved, raising broader questions about leadership, accountability, and public trust. 

The recent face-off between Aliko Dangote and Farouk Ahmed has attracted national attention, not because of allegations, but due to the decisions taken and what they signal for governance in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector. 

On Nigeria Daily, we examine the lessons this episode offers about institutional responsibility, public accountability, and how high-level disputes should be managed.

U.S. travel restrictions on Nigerians were once distant diplomatic issues, discussed mostly in policy circles, but this time, the impact feels personal and immediate.

With the Trump administration expanding travel limits to include Nigeria, thousands of Nigerians hoping to study, do business, visit family, or invest in the United States are now facing uncertainty and delays.

On Nigeria Daily, we examine how the new U.S. travel restrictions could affect Nigeria’s economy, what it means for remittances, education and business ties, and how Nigerians and policymakers are responding to the development.

Fuel price increases in Nigeria often trigger immediate hikes in transport fares and food prices.

But after the Dangote Refinery reduced petrol prices from about ₦790–₦800 per litre to roughly ₦699, many Nigerians are still waiting for relief.

On Nigeria Daily, we examine why fuel price reductions do not reflect quickly in the prices of goods and services, why increases spread faster than reductions, and what this means for everyday life.

Abuja remains Nigeria’s political capital, while Lagos continues to serve as its economic engine, but recent Federal Government decisions have reignited debate over where key institutions should be anchored. 

Contrary to public speculation, the Bank of Industry is not relocating from Abuja to Lagos; Lagos has always been its operational headquarters, with the Federal Executive Council now reaffirming that position. 

On Nigeria Daily, we examine what prompted the renewed focus on BOI, what was discussed at the FEC meeting, and what it means for efficiency, legality, and Nigerians nationwide. 

Christmas travel in Nigeria was once shaped mainly by the cost of transport and fuel, but this year, fear has taken center stage. 

Reports of kidnappings, bandit attacks, and ambushes on major highways have turned what should be a season of reunion into one of anxiety, forcing many families to postpone or cancel trips. 

On Nigeria Daily, we examine how insecurity is changing festive travel plans, the steps security agencies say they are taking, and what this fear means for the everyday lives of Nigerians.

Across many rural communities in Northern Nigeria, accessing basic healthcare has become a daily struggle due to years of insecurity, displacement, and the destruction of local clinics. 

Similar challenges persist nationwide, with understaffed facilities, inadequate equipment, and an overstretched health workforce grappling with strikes and mass emigration. 

As the world marks International Universal Health Coverage Day, Nigeria Daily examines the gaps in the country’s health system and what universal access should truly mean for every citizen

Nigeria’s education sector is entering a new era.

With the Federal Government unveiling a redesigned national curriculum that reduces subject overload and introduces more practical, skill-based learning, the country is set for a shift that could redefine how students learn and how teachers teach.

But the big question lingers is Nigeria ready?

In today’s episode of Nigeria Daily, we break down what has changed, how schools plan to implement it, and what the reforms mean for millions of students across the country.