Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay updated with the top headlines across Nigeria, including the sudden death of a Lagos police DPO, the arrest of a Jigawa commissioner for alleged adultery, military gains in the fight against terrorism, and significant developments in Rivers State, judiciary concerns, and national security.
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1. Ijanikin DPO dies after collapsing in his office: CSP Bolaji Olugbenga, the Divisional Police Officer of Ijanikin Police Station, Lagos State, tragically passed away on Thursday night after collapsing in his office. The officer reportedly died before he could be taken to the hospital. Investigations into the cause of his death are ongoing.
2. Jigawa commissioner arrested by Kano Hisbah for alleged adultery: The Kano State Hisbah Command arrested Auwal Danladi Sankara, Jigawa State’s Commissioner of Special Duties, on allegations of adultery. Hisbah officials confirmed that Sankara was detained on Friday and will face charges in court on Monday. The case has attracted widespread attention in Kano and Jigawa.
3. Goodluck Jonathan raises concerns over political rulings in courts: Former President Goodluck Jonathan has criticized recent court rulings on political cases, expressing concern about their impact on democracy. Speaking at the 67th birthday of Prof. Mike Ozekhome in Abuja, Jonathan warned that some judicial decisions, especially on election matters, appear problematic and “turn democracy upside down.”
4. Rivers State governor approves N85,000 minimum wage for civil servants: Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has announced an increase in the minimum wage for state civil servants to N85,000. The decision was made following a meeting with labour representatives on Friday. The new wage is part of ongoing efforts to improve the welfare of workers in the state.
5. Troops eliminate 101 terrorists, capture commander in nationwide operations: The Defence Headquarters revealed that security forces killed 101 terrorists and arrested a notorious commander, Usman Maisaje, along with 182 others in the past week. Maj.-Gen. Edward Buba, Director of Defence Media Operations, stated on Friday that the military operations took place across various regions, bolstering national security efforts.
6. Fire outbreak disrupts work at Federal Ministry of Works headquarters: A fire erupted at the Federal Ministry of Works headquarters in Abuja on Friday, causing panic among workers. The fire, triggered by a faulty circuit breaker, was quickly brought under control. No casualties were reported, but the incident highlighted safety concerns at government offices.
7. Death toll in Jigawa tanker explosion rises to 170: Authorities have confirmed that 170 people died in the tragic tanker explosion in Majia, Jigawa State, on Tuesday. The state’s Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Lawan Adam, also reported that 70 others remain critically injured and are receiving medical attention in various hospitals.
8. Two kidnappers killed, victim rescued in Enugu police raid: Enugu State Police Command reported the deaths of two suspected kidnappers during a raid on their hideout in Nokpa-Nike on Thursday. The operation led to the rescue of a kidnapped victim and the dismantling of the gang’s base. Authorities continue to intensify efforts against kidnapping in the region.
9. Ogun police arrest armed robbery suspect during routine stop-and-search: Ogun State Police Command arrested 27-year-old Imole Ajayi, an armed robbery suspect, in Agbara on Thursday evening. The arrest occurred during a stop-and-search operation, and authorities are investigating Ajayi’s involvement in recent robberies in the area.
10. Orji Uzor Kalu calls for single six-year term for presidents and governors: Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has advocated for a single six-year term for Nigeria’s presidents and state governors, arguing that it would reduce the cost of governance and encourage development. He believes the current system of two four-year terms is inefficient and diverts attention from governance.
