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Boxing Day

July 6, 2025

Constitution Review: Group demands sharia courts in South-West, Friday holiday for Muslims

Mr Akintola noted that Nigeria has eight national public holidays, five of which favour Christians and only three for Muslims.

National Assembly
December 23, 2024

Christmas, New Year: FG declares Wednesday, Thursday, January 1 public holidays

“As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, the Prince of Peace, let us demonstrate kindness and extend goodwill to one another, irrespective of our differences,” said the minister.

Zenith Bank's Ajose Adeogun Christmas decoration
December 28, 2023

Army arrests soldier for allegedly killing Borno truck driver

The 7 Division of the Nigerian Army said it does not tolerate any form of unprofessional conduct from any soldier.

Nigerian Army Headquarters, Abuja [ChannelsTV]
December 26, 2022

EPL: Newcastle pound Leicester City, move second on league table 

The Magpies haven’t lost any game in the league since the 2-1 defeat to Liverpool in August.

Joelinton
December 26, 2022

Yuletide: Ibadan fun seekers troop out to celebrate Boxing Day 

A high influx of children and adults were observed in places like Agodi Gardens and Shoprite at both Ring Road and Dugbe.

Agodi Gardens
December 27, 2021

Spurs cruise past 10-man Crystal Palace

Tottenham Hotspur took the Boxing Day spoils with ease, beating 10-man Crystal Palace 3-0 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.

KANE, MOURA, SON
December 24, 2021

Everton vs. Burnley match postponed over COVID-19 cases, injuries

Everton manager, Rafa Benitez, said his club has a record six injuries and five players down with the COVID-19 virus.

Everton and Burnley