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 release of NLC President Joe Ajaero after DSS arrest, a tragic ritual killing in Ibadan, and concerns over Dangote refinery’s fuel pricing. Plus, find out about the latest moves in Labour Party politics and the potential nationwide telecom strike threatening millions of subscribers.
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1. NLC President Joe Ajaero released by DSS after arrest at Abuja airport:
The President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Comrade Joe Ajaero, was released on bail late Monday night by the Department of State Services (DSS). He had been arrested earlier in the day at the Abuja airport while on his way to the UK for an official assignment. His release came just minutes before the unionists’ midnight ultimatum.
2. DSS lays siege to SERAP office, demands to meet directors:
Operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) surrounded the office of the Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) in Abuja on Monday. According to a social media post by the organization, the operatives demanded to speak with SERAP’s directors. The reason behind the visit remains unclear.
3. PDP identifies hunger as the main sponsor of #EndBadGovernance protests:
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) disclosed on Monday that they are aware of the sponsors behind the #EndBadGovernance protests, with hunger being identified as the key culprit. The party’s National Publicity Secretary, Debo Ologunagba, urged the federal government to tackle the issue of hunger instead of targeting Nigerians who participated in the protests.
4. Labour Party NEC withdraws automatic 2027 presidential ticket for Peter Obi:
The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the Labour Party, led by Julius Abure, announced the withdrawal of the automatic 2027 presidential ticket for Peter Obi and the governorship ticket for Abia State Governor Alex Otti. The NEC also rejected the caretaker committee formed to organize the party congress, stating that no candidate would receive an automatic ticket.
5. President Tinubu exempts research grants from Treasury Single Account:
President Bola Tinubu has directed that research grant funds from federal universities and research institutions be exempted from the Treasury Single Account. The directive, conveyed by the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, to the Finance Minister, aims to promote academic research by allowing flexibility in funding.
6. APC postpones National Caucus and NEC meetings without explanation:
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has postponed its National Caucus meeting, initially scheduled for Tuesday, as well as the National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting set for Thursday in Abuja. The party has yet to provide a reason for the sudden postponement.
7. Ibadan man kills grandfather and uncle in alleged money ritual:
A middle-aged man known as Alfa Ahmed reportedly murdered his grandfather and uncle in Ibadan, Oyo State, for a money ritual. The gruesome incident took place behind the Apete market in Ido Local Government Area on Sunday. Authorities are investigating the case.
8. Oil marketers raise concerns over Dangote refinery petrol pricing:
Oil marketers have expressed worry over the delay in announcing the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from the Dangote Refinery. With the landing cost of imported fuel now at about N1,120 per liter, marketers fear the uncertainty could impact fuel supply and pricing.
9. Businessman killed by kidnappers after family pays N10m ransom:
A businessman, Sunny Taxman, was killed by kidnappers in Enugu State, despite his family paying a N10 million ransom. Taxman, who was kidnapped three weeks ago, hailed from Alor Agu in Igbo-Eze South LGA and was based in Onitsha. His death has sparked outrage in the community.
10. Telecom sector faces strike as 800 workers down tools:
Around 800 workers from the Private Telecommunications and Communications Senior Staff Association have embarked on a nationwide strike, threatening to disrupt telecom services. The union warned that the strike could lead to a shutdown of telecom services if their demands are not met, leaving millions of Nigerians without communication access.
