FaithWatch Daily and Midnight Call Reflection

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🌙 MIDNIGHT CALL REFLECTION — WHEN NATIONS STRUGGLE, GOD STILL REIGNS

As the year draws to a close, today’s news reminds us that the world remains restless. Terrorism, insecurity, foreign interventions, and fragile peace efforts—especially in places like Nigeria—reveal humanity’s deep longing for safety and stability. Armies may strike, alliances may form, and strategies may shift, yet Scripture is clear: “Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain” (Psalm 127:1). Midnight calls us to look beyond military strength and political power to the God who alone establishes lasting peace.

In moments when nations fight darkness with weapons, the Church must fight with prayer, truth, and righteousness. Terrorism is not only a security crisis; it is a spiritual wound fed by injustice, despair, and broken systems. While we appreciate efforts to protect lives, we must remember that true victory is not only the defeat of enemies, but the healing of hearts and the restoration of communities. God remains sovereign over Nigeria, over global affairs, and over the unseen battles shaping our world.

Tonight, let us refuse fear and resist hopelessness. Instead, we intercede. We pray for leaders to act with wisdom, for soldiers and civilians to be preserved, and for the Gospel of peace to reach places where violence has spoken too loudly. Midnight is the hour to declare that darkness will not have the final word—Christ will.

🕊️ Prayer:
Lord of the nations, we lift Nigeria and all troubled regions before You. Expose the roots of violence, protect the innocent, guide leaders with wisdom, and let Your peace reign where fear has ruled. We trust You beyond human solutions. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

🔥 Prophetic Declaration:
We declare that the Lord reigns over the nations. Terror will not triumph, darkness will not prevail, and God’s purpose will stand. Peace shall arise, and righteousness will speak louder than violence. Amen.



🗞️ NEWS HIGHLIGHTS — 29 DECEMBER 2025

🌍 INTERNATIONAL & GEOPOLITICAL NEWS

  • U.S.–Nigeria Joint Counter-Terror Strikes: On Christmas Day, U.S.-backed airstrikes targeted Islamic State-linked militant camps in Sokoto State in northwest Nigeria. The operation, carried out with Nigerian approval and intelligence cooperation, aimed to disrupt foreign fighters infiltrating from the Sahel. The strikes used precision-guided munitions, and Nigerian authorities said they focused on terrorist elements without civilian casualties. Nigeria continues coordinated efforts with the U.S. and other partners against violent extremism.

  • Mixed Reactions to U.S. Military Action: While some local groups described the joint strikes as a bold step against extremism, others warn that foreign military involvement may not offer a quick fix to complex insurgent dynamics and could fuel further tensions if not paired with sustained, local strategies.

🇳🇬 NIGERIA ECONOMY & SECURITY

  • Government Reassures Stability: Nigeria’s finance and economy ministers emphasised that the recent counter-terror operations, including joint action with the U.S., will not destabilise markets or economic confidence. Instead, security improvements are seen as strengthening conditions for growth and investment. Officials reiterated that the country is focused on peace, economic reform, and protection of citizens.

🌍 GLOBAL ECONOMY & MARKETS

  • Global markets showed cautious trading as investors assessed year-end economic data, interest-rate expectations for 2026, and geopolitical risks. Oil and energy prices remained unsettled amid strong winter demand and supply concerns.

🩺 HEALTH

  • Seasonal flu and respiratory infections continued to rise across multiple regions, prompting renewed public health advisories and calls for vaccination drives.

🌱 CLIMATE & ENVIRONMENT

  • Weather agencies issued alerts for extreme conditions in parts of Asia and the Americas, with climate experts warning that recent patterns underscore the urgency for action ahead of international climate reviews.

🧠 TECHNOLOGY & SECURITY

  • Governments and international bodies continued discussions on AI regulation and cybersecurity, aiming to balance innovation with safety and ethical considerations.

🎓 SOCIETY & FAITH

  • Faith communities and humanitarian organisations maintained year-end outreach efforts, focusing on support for vulnerable populations and messages of hope for the New Year.

⚽ SPORTS

  • Weekend fixtures in major football leagues influenced title races and rankings as clubs closed out 2025 competition schedules.

🌍 WHY THESE STORIES MATTER

  • The U.S.–Nigeria counter-terrorism cooperation marks a significant moment in international security efforts against extremist violence, reflecting how global partnerships are navigating complex regional threats.
  • Nigeria’s economic assurances aim to sustain investor confidence despite heightened security activities, linking national stability to broader development goals.
  • Persistent global health and climate challenges highlight that multi-layered cooperation — from governments to communities — is essential as the year draws to a close.


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