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 a fresh push to grant traditional rulers a constitutional role, a court’s halt on Rivers State funds, the Senate’s recent ministerial approvals, and more notable updates in governance, security, and economic policy.
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1. Governors, traditional rulers push for constitutional role in governance:
In a meeting held in Abuja, governors and traditional leaders established a committee to draft a bill for a constitutional amendment aimed at integrating traditional rulers into Nigeria’s governance framework. The initiative is seen as a step to formalize the role of traditional authorities in decision-making processes.
2. Court halts CBN’s fund release to Rivers State amid legislative concerns:
A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a temporary order restraining the Central Bank of Nigeria and the Accountant General of the Federation from releasing further funds to Rivers State. The decision remains until a properly constituted House of Assembly enacts a lawful appropriation act.
3. Senate clears seven nominees to assume ministerial positions:
In a positive session, the Senate confirmed seven ministerial nominees, approving them unanimously. The screening process in the Red Chamber proceeded smoothly, with the nominees now set to take up their designated roles.
4. Electricity restored to Northern states after TCN repairs transmission line:
Following repairs on the 330kV Ugwuaji-Apir transmission line 1, the Transmission Company of Nigeria has begun restoring electricity to four Northern states. The line’s repair marks progress in addressing recent outages impacting the region.
5. Kaduna medical doctor freed after 10-month captivity:
Dr. Ganiyat Popoola, an ophthalmologist at Kaduna’s National Eye Centre, has been freed nearly a year after her abduction. She and her husband were kidnapped on December 27, 2023, but she has now regained her freedom after 10 months in captivity.
6. Tinubu appoints Oluyede as acting Chief of Army Staff:
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Major General Olufemi Oluyede as acting Chief of Army Staff, filling in for General Tahoreed Lagbaja, who has been absent from the country. The appointment seeks to ensure stability in military leadership amid the absence.
7. Nigerian workers poorer today, says Oshiomhole:
Former NLC President Adams Oshiomhole expressed concerns about the declining purchasing power of Nigerian workers, noting that the current minimum wage of N70,000 is equivalent to only $42. Oshiomhole urged a reevaluation of the wage to better meet workers’ needs.
8. Rivers appeals court order on withheld federal funds:
The Rivers State Government has filed an appeal challenging the recent court ruling that halted the release of federal allocations to the state. The appeal was confirmed by Commissioner for Information and Communications, Joseph Johnson.
9. Court adjourns trial for Rep. Ikwechegh on November 8:
A Kuje Magistrate Court has set November 8 as the date to begin hearing charges against House of Representatives member Alexander Ikwechegh. He was granted bail of N500,000 following his recent arrest, with the trial set to proceed next month.
10. Lagos police pursue legal action against unauthorized use of commissioner’s image:
The Lagos State Police Command has initiated legal proceedings against event organizers who used Commissioner Olarenwaju Ishola’s name and image on promotional materials without permission. The command’s spokesperson announced the move on social media, warning against unauthorized use of public officials’ images.
