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 NEC’s call for wider consultations on the Tax Reform Bill, a tragic building collapse in Ibadan, and a police investigation into a fatal food poisoning case in Edo State.
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1. NEC Recommends Withdrawal of Tax Reform Bill for Wider Consultation: The National Economic Council (NEC) has advised President Bola Tinubu to pull back the Tax Reforms Bill from the National Assembly to enable extensive consultations. Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde disclosed this decision at the conclusion of the 145th NEC meeting held at the State House, Abuja.
2. Building Collapse in Ibadan Claims 10 Lives, Leaves 8 Injured: A tragic building collapse in the Jegede area of Ibadan, Oyo State, resulted in the deaths of ten people and left eight others injured. The Oyo State Police Command, represented by spokesperson Adewale Osifeso, confirmed the incident and ongoing rescue efforts.
3. Five Dead in Edo After Food Poisoning Incident, Police Arrest One Suspect: The Edo State Police Command confirmed the deaths of five individuals following a food poisoning event in Afashio-Uzairue, Etsako West LGA. According to police spokesperson SP Moses Yamu, the poisoning incident has caused widespread concern, and one suspect is currently in custody.
4. Minister Umahi Vows Accountability for Road Quality Amid New Infrastructure Push: Minister of Works David Umahi pledged to take responsibility for any poorly constructed roads under the current administration. He emphasized the government’s commitment to high-quality infrastructure, warning that contractors failing to meet standards would face penalties.
5. NEC Reports Devastating Floods Affecting 34 States and Over 1 Million Nigerians: The National Economic Council (NEC) reported that recent flooding has devastated 34 states, impacting over 1.3 million people. The floods claimed 321 lives, displaced 740,743 individuals, and destroyed thousands of homes and farmland across Nigeria.
6. Former Minister Betta Edu Remains Under EFCC Investigation: Despite her departure from President Bola Tinubu’s cabinet, former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, continues to be under investigation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) regarding her activities while in office.
7. Governors Condemn Nigeria’s Reliance on Imported Petrol Despite OPEC Membership: The 36 state governors voiced their frustration over Nigeria’s ongoing reliance on imported petrol, despite its membership in OPEC. Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma called the situation “shameful” and urged the federal government to address the petroleum sector crisis.
8. Wreckage of Crashed Helicopter Found in Atlantic Ocean, Safety Bureau Confirms: The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau announced the discovery of the helicopter wreckage that crashed into the Atlantic Ocean last Thursday. The helicopter was carrying NNPC workers from Port Harcourt, and further investigation into the incident is underway.
9. Bank Employee and Two Others Killed in Abia State; Police Promise Justice: The Abia State Police Command reported the killing of a bank employee, Mr. Victor Udensi, and two others in Umuahia. Commissioner of Police CP Danladi Isa assured the public that the police would soon apprehend the perpetrators.
10. Renewed Attack in Benue’s Logo LGA Leaves 15 Dead Amid Rising Tensions: In Benue State, an attack by suspected armed herders in Anyiin, Logo LGA, led to the deaths of at least 15 people. The attack took place Wednesday evening, with authorities working to restore order and prevent further violence.
