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 Senate’s declaration of a vacant seat in Edo, President Tinubu’s meeting with the German President, historic PMS export from Dangote Refinery, and growing concerns over forex volatility and road safety.
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1. Senate declares Edo Central senatorial seat vacant
The Senate on Wednesday declared the Edo Central senatorial seat vacant following the election of Monday Okpebholo as Governor of Edo State. The Senate has called on INEC to conduct a bye-election to fill the vacancy.
2. Tinubu receives German President Steinmeier on state visit
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu welcomed German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to Nigeria on a three-day state visit. The German leader was received with full honors, including a 21-gun salute, and engaged in high-level discussions with Tinubu and the Federal Executive Council.
3. Court stops further sale of Farotimi’s book over libel claims
An Oyo State High Court issued an interim order restraining Dele Farotimi, his publishers, and others from further publishing or selling his book “Nigeria and Its Criminal Justice System.” The order follows a libel suit filed by Afe Babalola, alleging defamatory content.
4. No ‘magical response’ to power problems, Tinubu tells Nigerians
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged Nigerians to be patient with ongoing electricity challenges, noting that the country’s power infrastructure has been in poor condition for decades. Tinubu assured that ongoing reforms aim to attract investments and improve the sector.
5. FG to develop national anti-bullying policy in schools
The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, announced the federal government’s plan to introduce a national policy on bullying. The initiative seeks to address growing concerns over bullying in Nigerian schools, which has sparked outrage among parents and stakeholders.
6. Dangote Refinery makes historic PMS export to Cameroon
Dangote Refinery, Africa’s largest oil refinery, has successfully exported its first batch of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to Cameroon. In partnership with Neptune Oil, this milestone marks a new chapter in regional energy integration and trade.
7. NYSC DG urges support in search for missing corps member in Rivers
Brigadier General YD Ahmed, NYSC Director-General, has called for collective efforts to locate Yahaya Farouk, a corps member missing in Rivers State. During his visit to Andoni LGA, Ahmed urged locals to cooperate with security agencies in the search.
8. Naira falls further to N1,600 per dollar in parallel market
The Naira depreciated on Wednesday to N1,600 per dollar in the parallel market, dropping from N1,585 the previous day. In the official market, the currency also weakened to N1,545 per dollar, reflecting ongoing forex volatility.
9. Army Chief warns criminals to leave Nigeria or face full force
The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, issued a stern warning to criminal elements to vacate the country. Addressing troops in Kaduna during his maiden operational visit, Oluyede vowed that the Nigerian Army will intensify its crackdown on criminal activities.
10. Six dead in another fatal Jigawa car crash
Tragedy struck in Jigawa State again as six people were killed in a car accident along Auyo-Adiyani road on Wednesday night. This comes just 48 hours after another crash in Kafin Hausa claimed 14 lives, sparking concerns over road safety in the region.
