Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top headlines making waves across Nigeria, including the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s drastic increase in fuel prices, the Nigeria Labour Congress’s strong condemnation of President Tinubu over the fuel price hike, and PDP governors’ criticism of Federal Capital Territory Minister Nyesom Wike’s comments.
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1. Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited raises fuel prices significantly: On Tuesday, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) increased the pump price of fuel from N617 to N897 per litre. The adjustment was already implemented at retail outlets in Abuja by 12:35pm.
2. Nigeria Labour Congress accuses President Tinubu of betrayal over fuel price hike: The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has criticized President Bola Tinubu for what they call a betrayal of the movement and Nigerians due to the recent fuel price increase and scarcity. Joe Ajaero, NLC President, described the situation as “traumatic and nightmarish” on Tuesday.
3. PDP governors criticize FCT Minister Nyesom Wike’s comments: Governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have condemned recent remarks by Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike as unacceptable and irresponsible. After their meeting, the PDP governors reaffirmed their support for Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara as the party leader in Rivers State.
4. Vice President Shettima attends funeral of Hajiya Aya Dada Yar’Adua: On Tuesday, Vice President Kashim Shettima, along with other prominent figures, attended the funeral of Hajiya Aya Dada Yar’Adua, the mother of the late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua. The funeral prayer, led by Sheikh Aminu Yammawa, took place at the Katsina Township Stadium starting around 1:50pm.
5. Nigeria Customs Service to begin trial of suspected smugglers: The Nigeria Customs Service is preparing to trial 14 suspected smugglers arrested in July 2024 in the South West region. The suspects were detained while attempting to import illegal goods from the Republic of Benin.
6. Federal Government denies ordering NNPC price hike to N1,000: The Federal Government has clarified that it did not instruct the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) to raise fuel prices to N1,000. Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri, Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), stated that no such directive was given, according to his Special Adviser, Media and Communication, Nnemaka Okafor.
7. Nigeria’s power generation hits three-year high: Nigeria’s power generation reached a three-year high of 5,313 megawatts on Monday, according to the Federal Ministry of Power. The ministry’s statement, issued by media aide Bolaji Tunji, emphasized the need for electricity distributors to effectively manage the increased energy supply.
8. Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II offers to help resolve Fulani crises: Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 16th Emir of Kano, has expressed his willingness to address the Fulani crises in Nigeria and seek a lasting solution. During a meeting with the Fulani group Tapital Pulaku Njode Jam Nigeria on Tuesday, Sanusi called for a definitive resolution to the ongoing issues.
9. Whistleblower Isaac Tamunobifiri remanded in custody on multiple charges: Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the remand of self-acclaimed whistleblower Isaac Tamunobifiri, also known as PIDOM, in Kuje Correctional Facility on Tuesday. PIDOM faces nine charges related to money laundering, cybercrime, and the dissemination of classified documents.
10. Man electrocuted while vandalizing electricity infrastructure in Makurdi: A middle-aged man, whose identity is not yet known, was electrocuted early Tuesday while attempting to vandalize a transformer and cables belonging to the Jos Electricity Distribution Company. The incident occurred opposite Queens Hotel in Ankpa Ward, Makurdi, Benue State.
