Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top headlines shaping conversations across Nigeria, including the resumption of operations at Warri Refinery, direct allocations for local councils, a tragic military airstrike in Sokoto, telecom operators’ tariff concerns, and significant developments in security, education, and governance.
READ ALSO: Nigerian Newspapers: Top 10 Stories to Start Your Monday Morning
1. Warri Refinery resumes operations, NNPC boss confirms
The Warri Refining and Petrochemicals Company (WRPC), with a capacity of 125,000 barrels per day, has officially resumed operations. This was disclosed by NNPC Group CEO Mele Kyari during a facility tour, signaling progress in Nigeria’s efforts to boost local refining capacity.
2. Local councils set to receive direct allocations starting next month
Starting next month, local government councils in Nigeria will begin receiving direct allocations from the Federation Account. This move aims to enhance financial transparency and improve grassroots governance, as confirmed by sources familiar with the development.
3. Arewa Consultative Forum condemns Sokoto military airstrike, demands probe
The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has condemned the military airstrike in Silame, Sokoto State, which claimed 10 lives and injured several others. The forum called for a thorough investigation and equal compensation for all affected victims.
4. Telecom operators demand tariff review to ensure service sustainability
Telecom operators in Nigeria have called for an urgent review of service tariffs, citing rising operational costs. They warned that failure to address the issue could impact service quality, availability, and the broader economy.
5. Kwankwaso alleges plot against Kano governor within NNPP
Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, NNPP’s 2023 presidential candidate, has revealed that certain party members are plotting to unseat Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf. He accused them of hoping for the governor to make mistakes to achieve their ambitions.
6. Police launch manhunt for killers of security operatives, civilians in Anambra
The Anambra State Police Command has begun a manhunt for gunmen responsible for killing security operatives and unarmed civilians in Ihiala Local Government Area. The command’s spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed the attack and ongoing investigations.
7. Mother and two children escape death as car crashes into home in Jigawa
A mother and her two children narrowly escaped death when a vehicle crashed into their living room in Dutse, Jigawa State, at midnight. Police confirmed the incident, stating that investigations are underway to determine the cause of the accident.
8. Tinubu approves establishment of federal university in Southern Kaduna
President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of a federal university in Southern Kaduna. Vice President Kashim Shettima announced this during a condolence visit to the Kukah family, highlighting the government’s commitment to education in the region.
9. Customs intercepts seven trucks of smuggled rice, seizes arms shipment
The Nigeria Customs Service intercepted seven trucks carrying over 2,000 bags of smuggled foreign rice in Lagos. Additionally, the service seized 844 rifles and 112,500 rounds of ammunition in a separate operation at Onne Seaport.
10. Court grants EFCC request to freeze 24 bank accounts over terrorism financing
A Federal High Court in Abuja has approved the EFCC’s application to freeze 24 bank accounts linked to alleged terrorism financing. Justice Emeka Nwite authorized the freeze for 90 days pending the conclusion of investigations.
