Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top stories making waves across Nigeria, including a gas explosion in Lagos, meningitis outbreak across three states, arrests of oil thieves and kidnappers, and bold statements from political and religious figures.
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1. Gas explosion injures 15 in Lagos community
A gas explosion rocked Amosu Street in Ijora-Badia, Lagos, injuring at least 15 people, including children. The incident, which occurred around 4:20 p.m. on Sunday, left several residents with varying degrees of burns. Emergency responders arrived swiftly to contain the situation and assist the victims.
2. Meningitis outbreak spreads to Kebbi, Sokoto, Yobe — NCDC
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed a rise in cerebrospinal meningitis cases, now affecting Kebbi, Sokoto, and Yobe states. As of March 23, a total of 315 suspected cases were recorded, with 38 confirmed positive, including strains of Neisseria meningitidis serogroup C and W.
3. 2027: Labour Party senator backs Tinubu for second term
Senator Neda Imasuen of the Labour Party has thrown his support behind President Bola Tinubu’s re-election bid, describing him as a courageous leader. Imasuen, representing Edo South, said the South deserves to retain the presidency in 2027, citing Tinubu’s handling of national affairs.
4. IGP cancels Sanusi’s invitation, orders local statement
The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has withdrawn the invitation issued to the Emir of Kano, Alhaji Muhammadu Sanusi, over an undisclosed matter. Instead, the police boss directed the Kano State Command to take the monarch’s statement within the state.
5. Plateau attacks not herder-farmer clashes — Governor Mutfwang
Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has decried the ongoing violence in the state, calling it a form of genocide rather than isolated clashes between herders and farmers. He reaffirmed the government’s determination to restore peace and security across affected communities.
6. Rising reserves to strengthen naira — Expert
Professor Uche Uwaleke, a financial analyst, says Nigeria’s Net Foreign Exchange Reserves, now at $23.11 billion, will help support the naira’s value. He noted that the Central Bank of Nigeria will be in a better position to defend the currency amidst ongoing economic pressures.
7. FG to receive over 3 million meters in April
The Federal Government has announced that over 3.2 million electricity meters will arrive in April as part of efforts to reduce the metering gap in the country. Power Minister Adebayo Adelabu disclosed the update via his media aide, saying the rollout would improve billing transparency.
8. Army arrests 43 oil thieves, dismantles illegal refineries
Troops from the Nigerian Army’s 6 Division have arrested 43 suspected oil thieves and destroyed 14 illegal refineries across Bayelsa, Delta, and Rivers states. The operation was part of ongoing efforts to curb crude oil theft and environmental damage in the Niger Delta.
9. Benue police detain 3 kidnap suspects in Otukpo
Three suspected kidnappers have been arrested by police in Ogoli-Ugboju, Otukpo LGA of Benue State. The suspects were nabbed during a security operation aimed at flushing out criminal elements in the area, according to the state police command.
10. Zion minister denies role in blogger’s prolonged detention
Ebuka Obi, founder of Zion Prayer Movement Outreach, has denied orchestrating the continued detention of blogger Chizorom Ofoegbu, known online as “Ijele Speaks.” Obi stated that the blogger was granted bail last June but remains in custody due to failure to meet the court’s bail conditions.
