December 29, 2025 – Nigeria Headlines

1FG did not give Makinde N50bn, only N30bn was released – Aide

Story gist: A Federal Government aide stated only N30 billion was released to Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, not N50 billion. Oyo APC demanded Makinde account for N50 billion Ibadan relief fund or resign.
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Account for N50b Ibadan relief fund or resign, Oyo APC tells Makinde
— The Guardian Nigeria News
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FG did not give Makinde N50bn, only N30bn was released – Aide
— The Nation Newspaper
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Bias summary: Left-leaning coverage absent, omitting pro-Makinde (PDP) perspective defending the governor or criticizing APC demands. Center (Guardian Nigeria) emphasizes Oyo APC’s call for accountability or resignation, focusing on opposition pressure. Right-leaning (The Nation) highlights FG aide’s denial of N50bn release, prioritizing official correction and federal defense.

2Sokoto bombing: Nigeria remains stable, says Edun

Story gist: A US strike hit a village in Sokoto, Nigeria. Locals reported no history of ISIS in the area. Nigerian official Edun stated the country remains stable.
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Fear and confusion in Nigerian village hit in US strike, as locals say no history of ISIS in area
— CNN
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US surveillance missions in Nigeria: Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance resume for northern Nigeria
— BBC
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Bias summary: Left-leaning CNN emphasizes fear, confusion among villagers, and locals’ denial of ISIS presence, questioning the strike’s basis. Center BBC reports factually on resumption of US intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions in northern Nigeria. Right-leaning coverage absent, omitting perspectives like Nigerian stability affirmations or US counterterrorism justifications.

3Pastor Okafor publicly apologises to actress Doris Ogala, kneels before congregation

Story gist: Pastor Okafor publicly apologized to actress Doris Ogala and knelt before his congregation.
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Pastor Okafor publicly apologises to actress Doris Ogala, kneels before congregation
— Punch Newspapers
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Bias summary: No left- or right-leaning outlets covered the story, leaving progressive or conservative perspectives absent. Center outlet Punch Newspapers reported factually, using a straightforward headline that highlights the public apology and kneeling gesture without added tone, emphasis on conflict, or omissions of key details.

4Osimhen helps Nigeria soar, Mane secures Senegal AFCON draw | Daily Sabah

Story gist: Victor Osimhen contributed to Nigeria’s victory in an Africa Cup of Nations match. Sadio Mane scored to secure a draw for Senegal. Tunisia coach Chelle commented on late goals conceded against his team.
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‘High-pressure football for 90 minutes impossible’ — Chelle speaks on late goals against Tunisia
— TheCable
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Osimhen helps Nigeria soar, Mane secures Senegal AFCON draw | Daily Sabah
— Daily Sabah
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Bias summary: Left-leaning outlets absent, omitting coverage of these AFCON results. Center (TheCable) emphasizes Tunisia coach Chelle’s defensive analysis on unsustainable high-pressure play and late goals. Right (Daily Sabah) highlights triumphant tone for African stars, framing Osimhen as propelling Nigeria to ‘soar’ and Mane securing Senegal’s draw, focusing on offensive successes.

5Tinubu Attends Eyo Festival, Says It Promotes Nigeria’s Tourism Potential

Story gist: Nigerian President Bola Tinubu attended the Eyo Festival in Lagos and stated it promotes Nigeria’s tourism potential.
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Tinubu Attends Eyo Festival, Says It Promotes Nigeria’s Tourism Potential
— Channels Television
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Bias summary: Left-leaning outlets omitted the story entirely, absent any framing that might critique political use of cultural events or highlight tourism policy. Right-leaning outlets also provided no coverage, missing potential emphasis on national pride or leadership positivity. Center outlet Channels Television reported factually with a neutral headline focused on attendance and Tinubu’s tourism statement, without added tone or omissions.