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 Attorney-General’s challenge to anti-corruption laws, a tragic tanker explosion in Jigawa, and significant updates in politics, petroleum pricing, and national security.
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1. AGF faults suit challenging anti-corruption laws as Supreme Court reserves judgment:
Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) Lateef Fagbemi (SAN) has criticized a suit filed by 19 states challenging the constitutionality of the laws establishing Nigeria’s anti-corruption agencies. Fagbemi urged the Supreme Court to dismiss the case, asserting that the issues raised had already been addressed by appellate courts. On Tuesday, the Supreme Court reserved judgment in the case.
2. Obasanjo says it is unfair to blame only Igbo for secession attempt:
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed that it is unjust to single out the Igbo ethnic group for attempting to secede from Nigeria. He noted that all three major ethnic nationalities in the country had, at different times, tried to break away. Obasanjo’s comments highlight a broader historical context regarding the nation’s unity.
3. PDP postpones NEC meeting to November 28 ahead of Ondo governorship election:
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has postponed its National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting initially scheduled for October 24, 2024, to November 28. Governor Bala Mohammed, addressing journalists after a four-hour meeting on Tuesday night, said the shift was to allow the party to focus on the upcoming Ondo governorship election on November 16.
4. Nigerians should prepare for full market prices for fuel, says Rainoil boss:
Gabriel Ogbechie, the Group Managing Director of Rainoil Ltd, has advised Nigerians to brace for full market prices of petroleum products following the complete deregulation of the downstream sector. Speaking on Channels TV on Tuesday, Ogbechie praised President Tinubu’s removal of the fuel subsidy, noting that it fostered healthy competition within the sector.
5. Jigawa tanker explosion kills 181, governor reveals:
Governor Umar Namadi of Jigawa State has confirmed that 181 people lost their lives in the tanker explosion that occurred in the state last week. Speaking on Tuesday, Namadi disclosed that while 80 people were still hospitalized, the explosion affected a total of 210 families.
6. Dangote refinery receives four crude cargoes under naira-for-crude deal:
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has taken delivery of four crude oil cargoes from the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited under the naira-for-crude agreement. The cargoes were delivered over the past three weeks as part of the government’s initiative to sell crude to local refineries in the local currency.
7. Senate to probe drug allegations against deputy senate leader:
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has called for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) and other relevant authorities to provide evidence on drug-related allegations made against Deputy Senate Leader Yisa Ashiru. According to NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi, the agency claimed that Ashiru’s Kwara residence was raided following intelligence that it was being used as a drug hub.
8. Over 200 families displaced by Rivers State flooding:
Severe flooding in the Rumaholu-Nkpolu Pipeline Area of Obio/Akpor Local Government Area in Rivers State has displaced more than 200 families. Residents reported that the flooding, which has destroyed property, has also caused snakes and other reptiles to emerge from their hiding places, further endangering the affected community.
9. Lagos police arrest three suspects with human parts:
Police in Lagos State have apprehended three individuals in connection with the possession of human parts. The Rapid Response Squad intercepted the suspects, Isah Amohullahi, 30, and Abubakar Isah, 32, during a stop-and-search operation on the Otedola Bridge on October 15, 2024. The police said the suspects were found with suspected human tongues.
10. WAEC announces start of computer-based WASSCE for private candidates:
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced that the Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for Private Candidates will commence on Friday, October 25, 2024. WAEC also extended the registration deadline to Tuesday, October 29, 2024, allowing more candidates to enroll.
