Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with top headlines across Nigerian newspapers, including INEC’s stance on party leadership disputes, alarming food safety statistics, and political defections in Katsina.
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1. INEC yet to decide on PDP, Labour Party leadership tussles
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has clarified that it has not made any official decision regarding the ongoing leadership disputes within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the Labour Party (LP). INEC Chairman, Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, made this known on Thursday, stressing the commission’s neutrality as the parties work to resolve their internal crises.
2. 200,000 Nigerians die annually from food-borne diseases – Minister
Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Geoffrey Nnaji, has revealed that food-related illnesses claim about 200,000 lives annually in Nigeria, with children accounting for a significant portion of the toll. He made this disclosure during the unveiling of a food safety manual for vendors and food businesses in Abuja.
3. Three PDP lawmakers join APC as Governor Radda visits House of Reps
Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State made a surprise appearance at the House of Representatives on Thursday to witness the defection of three Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lawmakers from his state to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The move strengthens APC’s hold in Katsina amid growing political shifts.
4. One-party dominance dangerous for Nigeria – Jonathan warns
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has cautioned against the country drifting into a one-party system. Speaking on Thursday, Jonathan said imposing single-party dominance through political schemes is harmful to national development and undermines democratic principles.
5. My economic reforms are to save Nigeria, not punish citizens – Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has assured Nigerians that the recent economic reforms were not intended to inflict hardship but to rescue the nation’s economy from collapse. He made the statement while addressing estate professionals during the Nigerian Institute of Estate Surveyors and Valuers’ conference in Abuja.
6. Police silent as 18 bus passengers reportedly kidnapped in Kogi
Confusion surrounds the reported abduction of 18 passengers in Kogi State, as the police have yet to confirm the incident. Reports say gunmen intercepted an 18-seater bus along the Itobe/Ochadamu road on Tuesday, taking all its occupants captive.
7. Man found dead in Osun river after sudden disappearance
The Osun State Police Command is probing the death of Kehinde Ijebu, whose body was discovered in the Oyile River in Ibokun on Wednesday. Kehinde had gone missing a day prior, and authorities are now investigating the circumstances behind his sudden death.
8. Police inspector killed in Rivers ambush by gunmen
A police inspector identified as Christian Gbaratee lost his life in Rivers State after armed assailants ambushed a police patrol team along the Port Harcourt–Aba Road. The attack, which occurred Tuesday evening, has raised concerns about officer safety in the region.
9. Pope Leo XIV to hold first major Mass on Friday
Newly elected Pope Leo XIV is set to officiate his first significant religious service on Friday at the Sistine Chapel. Vatican spokesperson Matteo Bruni confirmed the mass and added that the Pope will address the faithful from St. Peter’s Basilica on Sunday.
10. Tinubu, Trump, others congratulate Pope Leo XIV
World leaders, including President Bola Tinubu and former U.S. President Donald Trump, have congratulated Pope Leo XIV on his election as the 267th Pontiff of the Catholic Church. Leaders expressed hope that his papacy will promote global peace and unity.
