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 global congratulations for Trump’s election victory, a national period of mourning for the late Chief of Army Staff, and renewed calls for action on abductions and assaults. Plus, we bring updates on security operations, economic shifts, and incidents that have affected local communities.
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1. World leaders congratulate Donald Trump as US president-elect
Even before Democratic candidate Kamala Harris conceded, global leaders, including Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, extended congratulations to US President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday. Trump garnered 266 Electoral College votes, near the 270-vote threshold, prompting the early congratulatory messages.
2. Nation mourns as Chief of Army Staff dies; Tinubu orders flags at half-mast
The death of Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Abiodun Lagbaja, on Tuesday has cast a somber mood over the country. President Bola Tinubu has directed that flags be flown at half-mast nationwide for seven days to honor the late military leader.
3. Over 50 abducted by bandits in Zamfara State farms and highways
Bandits carried out mass abductions on Wednesday, taking more than 50 people in Zamfara State. Victims were seized while farming in Wanke and nearby areas, with three others kidnapped on the Anka-Gurusu road in Anka LGA.
4. Kano doctors withdraw services after assault on colleague
The Kano State chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association has issued a 48-hour ultimatum and subsequently withdrawn services from Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital. This follows an alleged assault on a female doctor in the hospital’s Emergency Pediatric Unit.
5. Elon Musk’s net worth surges after Trump’s election win
Elon Musk, billionaire owner of Tesla and X, saw his net worth jump by $13 billion hours after Donald Trump’s presidential victory. With investors anticipating policy benefits for Musk’s ventures, Tesla’s shares rose 13% at the opening, boosting his wealth.
6. 10 killed in suspected bandit attack in Niger State community
Suspected gunmen launched a deadly attack in Wayam, Sabon-Gari District of Rafi Local Government, Niger State, killing 10 people. The incident, which took place early Tuesday, has intensified concerns over security in the region.
7. Gunmen abduct Catholic priest in Imo State
Reverend Father Emmanuel Azubuike, parish priest of St Theresa’s Catholic Church, was abducted on Tuesday night while returning from an assignment in Ayayi. The kidnapping took place near Obollo Community in Isiala Mbano LGA, Imo State, according to church officials.
8. FCT police kill two robbers, arrest four, and recover 13 stolen cars
The FCT Police Command’s scorpion squad has neutralized two armed robbers and apprehended four others in a series of operations. Additionally, they arrested five suspected car snatchers and retrieved 13 stolen vehicles from the Jahi area in Abuja.
9. Security forces neutralize suspected IPOB members in Nsukka
Combined security units reportedly neutralized four suspected IPOB members linked to the Eastern Security Network in Nsukka, Enugu State. The operation took place at dawn on Wednesday, targeting militants allegedly involved in illegal activities.
10. Police detain officers over alleged N10 million extortion
The Zone 16 Police Command in Bayelsa has detained officers implicated in a N10 million extortion case. Public Relations Officer SP Emonena Gunn confirmed the detention, which began on October 30, as investigations continue into the incident.
