Christmas is widely recognized as a Christian holiday, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. However, in today’s globalized world, the festivities surrounding Christmas have spread beyond the Christian community, with several other religious groups either observing the holiday or joining in the celebrations for cultural or social reasons. EDITOR’S PICKS Sanwo-Olu Donates N75M to Support … Read more
Rice, a staple for Christmas celebrations in Nigeria, has become a luxury this year. Soaring food prices have made the traditional dish of jollof rice and chicken increasingly out of reach for many families, who are now carefully reconsidering their plans for the upcoming holiday season. To understand the cause, it’s important to note that … Read more
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has imposed a ban on the use of firecrackers and knockouts in Abuja during the Christmas celebrations to ensure the safety of residents. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, stated that the ban is aimed at protecting lives and property throughout the festive … Read more
The federal government has approved a special train service to mark the Christmas and New Year celebrations, providing a festive travel option for Nigerians. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) announced the development in a statement on Wednesday, issued by its Deputy Director of Public Relations, Yakub Mahmood. According to the … Read more