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 President Tinubu’s defense of tax reforms, rising insecurity with mass kidnappings and attacks, critical warnings from resident doctors, and significant updates on national health and anti-drug operations.
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1. Tinubu defends tax reforms, assures long-term benefits
President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ongoing tax reforms despite public concerns. Speaking during the first presidential media chat, he emphasized that the reforms aim to strengthen Nigeria’s economic foundation, ensuring long-term benefits outweigh current challenges.
2. Presidency slams Peter Obi over remarks on food stampede tragedies
The Presidency has criticized Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, for his comments on the recent food stampede tragedies in Oyo, Anambra, and Abuja. Presidential aide Sunday Dare accused Obi of politicizing the incidents for personal gain instead of addressing the root causes.
3. Gunmen kidnap 18 passengers on Ado-Ekiti-bound bus
Suspected kidnappers ambushed an 18-passenger bus traveling to Ado-Ekiti, abducting all occupants at Emure Ile, a boundary between Ondo and Ekiti states. The incident, which occurred Sunday night, has heightened security concerns in the area.
4. Plateau community mourns 15 killed in fresh attack
At least 15 people have been killed in an attack on Gidan Ado community in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. Locals confirmed a mass burial was held for the victims, while survivors are receiving treatment in local hospitals.
5. Delta police exhume remains of man allegedly killed by friend
The Delta State Police Command has exhumed the body of Paulinus Okon, who was allegedly murdered by his close friend. Commissioner of Police Abaniwonda Olufemi disclosed the development, assuring that the suspect will face justice.
6. FCT doctors threaten ‘deadliest shutdown’ over unmet demands
The Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) in the Federal Capital Territory has issued a 14-day ultimatum to FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to address their demands. The group warned of a complete shutdown of healthcare services if their grievances remain unresolved.
7. Petrol prices expected to drop this week, says PETROAN
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) has assured Nigerians of a reduction in petrol prices within the week. PETROAN President Billy Gilly-Harry shared this update during a television interview, citing improved supply chains.
8. Over 880 terrorism suspects freed due to lack of evidence
The Federal Government has revealed that 888 terrorism suspects have been acquitted due to insufficient evidence. Out of 1,743 prosecuted cases since 2017, many trials took place at the Kainji detention facility, reflecting ongoing challenges in evidence gathering.
9. Nigeria records 1,154 Lassa fever cases, 190 deaths in 2024
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has reported 1,154 Lassa fever cases and 190 fatalities in 2024. NCDC Director-General, Dr. Jide Idris, emphasized the need for increased preventive measures to curb further spread.
10. NDLEA arrests 284 suspects, seizes illicit drugs worth millions in Kogi
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) arrested 284 suspects in Kogi State between January and December 2024. During this period, they seized over 5,232kg of illicit drugs and counterfeit currency valued at $2 million and N20.4 million.
