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 new CBN regulations on PoS transactions, bandit attacks in Katsina and Zamfara, and a tragic discovery in Lagos. We also highlight governors uniting in support of Borno flood victims and key political developments across the country.
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1. CBN mandates monthly submission of PoS transaction records:
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed licensed Payment Terminal Service Aggregators (PTSAs) to submit monthly reports of all Point of Sale (PoS) transactions. This new requirement aims to improve transparency and regulation in the growing cashless payment sector. Nigeria Interbank Settlement System Plc (NIBSS) and Unified Payment Services Limited (UPSL) have been tasked with ensuring compliance.
2. Nigerian governors unite in support of flood victims in Borno State:
Nigerian governors have pledged food support to victims of the severe flooding in Maiduguri and Jere, Borno State. They also praised the Federal Government and Governor Babagana Zulum for their swift response to mitigate the crisis. This united stance underscores the importance of solidarity in addressing natural disasters.
3. Bandits attack Katsina hospital, abduct four women:
Bandits struck Kurfi General Hospital in Katsina State, shooting a security guard and abducting four women, including the wife of a health official. The incident occurred on Thursday when unarmed bandits infiltrated the hospital, later engaging in a violent altercation with the watchman who tried to stop them.
4. PDP leadership meets over Rivers State crisis:
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) National Working Committee (NWC) held a crucial meeting on Thursday to address the ongoing crisis in the Rivers State chapter. Discussions focused on resolving internal conflicts ahead of the National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting set for later this month.
5. Seven, including soldiers, killed by bandits on Zamfara highway:
Bandits ambushed construction workers on the Funtua-Gusau highway in Zamfara State, killing seven people, including three soldiers providing security to foreign engineers. The attack, which occurred on Thursday, has raised concerns about the safety of workers in the region.
6. Edo PDP pulls out of peace accord over police bias claims:
The Edo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) refused to sign the National Peace Accord for the upcoming governorship election, citing alleged bias by the police. Although present at the event, PDP chairman Tony Aziegbemi and the party’s candidate, Asue Ighodalo, declined to participate, signaling deep concerns ahead of the election.
7. Tinubu holds private meeting with King Charles III in London:
President Bola Tinubu was received by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace in London for a private meeting. The discussion reinforced the strong relationship between Nigeria and the United Kingdom, with the meeting marking their first encounter since the COP 28 Summit in Dubai.
8. NNPCL and Dangote Refinery close to naira-based crude oil deal:
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) and Dangote Petroleum Refinery are finalizing a landmark agreement on crude oil sales and refined petroleum product buy-backs, both in naira. The deal is expected to conclude next week, according to Dangote Industries Limited, enhancing local oil transactions in Nigeria’s currency.
9. Fire destroys properties at Lokoja GSM village:
A fire outbreak in the early hours of Thursday destroyed properties worth millions at the GSM village near Kpata Market in Lokoja, Kogi State. The fire, believed to have been caused by a power surge, has left many traders counting their losses as authorities investigate the incident.
10. Police investigate death of 17-year-old found buried in Lagos apartment:
Lagos State Police are investigating the death of 17-year-old Adeolu Olubade, whose body was discovered in a shallow grave in an apartment in Ejigbo. A 30-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the crime, with authorities continuing their probe into the tragic incident.
