Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top headlines shaping Nigeria, including a devastating tanker explosion in Jigawa State, leadership reassurances from the Presidency, and bold actions in national security. Plus, get updates on political defections, economic challenges, and key government reforms.
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1. Over 120 buried after tanker explosion in Jigawa State: A tragic tanker explosion in Majia town, Taura LGA, Jigawa State claimed the lives of over 120 people, who were laid to rest on Wednesday. Nearly a hundred others remain hospitalized from injuries sustained in the disaster.
2. Presidency assures no leadership vacuum amid Tinubu, Shettima’s absence: The Presidency has dismissed concerns over the absence of President Tinubu and Vice-President Shettima, assuring the public that their duties are being fulfilled despite their physical absence, according to a statement from Special Adviser Bayo Onanuga.
3. Nigeria deploys satellite assets to fight terrorists and bandits: Nigeria Communications Satellite Ltd (NigComSat) CEO, Jane Egerton-Idehen, revealed that the country is using its satellite infrastructure to combat terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping, signaling a technological boost in national security efforts.
4. Edo police officer faces disciplinary action for alleged rape of detainee: Sgt Abraham Uzuobo of the Edo State Police Command is under investigation for allegedly raping a 17-year-old detainee at the South-Ibie police division. The minor had been arrested for receiving stolen property.
5. Government reforms cause short-term pain, necessary for long-term growth, says Edun: Finance Minister Wale Edun acknowledged the challenges Nigerians face due to recent economic reforms but emphasized that these measures are crucial for sustainable development, during a panel session at the Nigeria Economic Summit.
6. Lagos and Delta raise minimum wage to N85,000 and N77,500 respectively: Lagos and Delta states have announced new minimum wage increments for workers, with Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu declaring N85,000 and Delta N77,500, surpassing the federal government’s previously approved N70,000.
7. Kaduna Labour Party and PDP members defect to APC ahead of elections: As Kaduna prepares for local elections, Labour Party chairman Isah Chiroma and PDP councilorship candidate Abdullahi Imrah have defected to the APC, citing the inclusive leadership style of Governor Uba Sani.
8. PDP protests Ondo REC, vows continued action until removal: Oyo Governor and PDP leader Seyi Makinde has promised ongoing protests until the Ondo Resident Electoral Commissioner, Mrs. Babalola Oluwatoyin, is removed, as he addressed party supporters ahead of next month’s election in Akure.
9. Naira weakens to 1,705/dollar at unofficial market: The value of the naira continues to decline, trading at 1,705 per dollar in the unofficial market, according to Bureau De Change operators in Lagos and Abuja.
10. Minister calls for regional power grids to prevent future collapses: Minister of Power Adebayo Adelabu emphasized the need for regional or state-based power grids to tackle recurring grid collapses, speaking at the unveiling of a new electricity meter manufacturing company in Lekki, Lagos.
