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 Senate’s approval of a $2.2bn loan, NEC’s push for state police decisions, and the arrest of Simon Ekpa in a global anti-terror effort. Catch up on rising concerns over Nigeria’s debt, the Senate’s rejection of a single six-year term, and Governor Abba Yusuf’s reunion of detained minors with their families.
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1. Senate approves $2.2bn loan request from President Tinubu:
The Senate has given the green light to President Bola Tinubu’s request for a $2.2 billion loan. The approval followed the report of the committee on local and foreign debts, led by Senator Aliyu Wamakko. This funding aims to support key national initiatives.
2. NEC issues ultimatum to states on state police decision:
The National Economic Council (NEC) has given three states a one-week deadline to submit their stance on state police. This decision follows the 146th NEC meeting, with the council set to decide on the matter next month.
3. Defence HQ hails Simon Ekpa’s arrest as anti-terror victory:
The Defence Headquarters described Simon Ekpa’s arrest in Finland as a crucial step in Nigeria’s fight against terrorism. Authorities say the move highlights international cooperation in tackling global security threats.
4. House of Reps rejects six-year single term for president, governors:
The House of Representatives has voted against a bill proposing a six-year single term for the president, governors, and local government chairmen. The bill also sought to formalize the division of Nigeria into six geopolitical zones with rotational leadership.
5. Atiku criticizes government over increasing loans:
Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has expressed concern over the federal government’s borrowing, stating it is placing unbearable pressure on the economy. He also accused the National Assembly of enabling the rising debt burden.
6. Arewa Consultative Forum suspends chairman after public backlash:
The Arewa Consultative Forum has suspended its chairman, Mamman Osuman, following nationwide criticism of the group’s remarks on President Tinubu’s policies. The move aims to address the controversies sparked by recent statements.
7. Governor Abba Yusuf reunites detained minors with families:
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has facilitated the reunion of 76 minors with their families. The minors were detained during the #Endbadgovernance protest and underwent rehabilitation before being handed over to their parents.
8. Naira depreciates further in parallel market, gains in NAFEM:
The Naira dropped to N1,745 per dollar in the parallel market, while appreciating to N1,658.67 per dollar in the Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM), reflecting mixed performance across markets.
9. Court of Appeal overturns judgement blocking voters register release:
The Court of Appeal in Abuja has nullified an earlier ruling that barred INEC from sharing the voters register with the Rivers State electoral body. This clears the way for the October 5 local government elections in the state.
10. Senate confirms Omolola Oloworaran as PenCom DG:
The Senate has confirmed Omolola Oloworaran as the Director-General of the National Pension Commission (PenCom). The decision followed the adoption of a report by the Senate Committee on Establishment and Public Service.
