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 Tinubu’s remote governance update, rising killings in Benue and Plateau, and a clampdown on illegal refineries in the Niger Delta
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1. Tinubu remains in charge from Europe – Presidency
The Presidency has clarified that President Bola Tinubu is still actively overseeing Nigeria’s governance despite being away in Europe. According to a statement from his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu is expected back after the Easter holidays, and his temporary absence does not hinder his leadership.
2. Reps reschedule session with Rivers administrator
The House of Representatives Ad-Hoc Committee on Rivers State has postponed its interactive session with the state’s administrator, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (rtd.). The session was initially set for April 17, but no new date was provided in the statement issued by House spokesperson Akin Rotimi.
3. Christian youth group decries killings in Benue, Plateau
The Concerned Christian Youth Forum has expressed deep concern over the continuous killings in Benue and Plateau states. At a briefing in Abuja, the group warned that the wave of mass burials resulting from these attacks is becoming a national crisis that could endanger the unity of Nigeria.
4. Military dismantles 42 illegal refineries in Niger Delta
Troops under Operation Delta Safe have uncovered and dismantled 42 illegal oil refining sites in the Niger Delta over the past week. The Defence Headquarters, in a statement on Thursday, said the operation is part of ongoing efforts to combat oil theft and protect the environment.
5. CBN warns financial institutions over sanction breaches
The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued a fresh warning to banks and fintech firms to strengthen their compliance with domestic and global sanction regimes. The directive, dated April 17, emphasizes that institutions failing to comply risk facing strict regulatory penalties.
6. Power minister vows to prevent N4trn energy sector collapse
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has pledged to prevent a total shutdown of the power sector amid rising debts owed to generation companies. Speaking in Abuja, he said the federal government is working on sustainable solutions to settle the over N4 trillion owed to the companies.
7. Police deny Tinubu convoy killed girl in Ondo
The Ondo State Police Command has debunked reports that a vehicle in First Lady Oluremi Tinubu’s convoy killed a nine-year-old girl in Akure. The command described the story as false and misleading, urging the public to disregard the claim circulating online.
8. Avoid nepotism, Shehu Sani tells Tinubu
Former Senator Shehu Sani has advised President Tinubu against nepotism in his appointments. Speaking on Channels TV, Sani urged the President to embrace diversity and fairness, warning that favoritism could weaken national unity and trust in government.
9. Lagos to prosecute 20 drug suspects arrested in raids
Lagos State Commissioner for Environment, Tokunbo Wahab, has revealed that 20 suspected drug dealers arrested in Egbeda and Gowon Estate will face prosecution. The arrests followed a clampdown by the state’s Environmental and Special Offences Taskforce.
10. Yoruba group rejects Sharia push in South-West
Yoruba One Voice (YOV) has opposed any attempt to implement Sharia law in South-West Nigeria. At an international virtual conference, the group, led by Aare Gani Adams, warned that introducing religious law in the region could ignite division and disrupt national harmony.
