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 President Tinubu and Senate’s visit to Benue massacre victims, a police probe of Pastor Adefarasin, and PDP’s deepening crisis.
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1. Senate to join Tinubu on condolence visit to Benue massacre victims
The Senate leadership has announced it will accompany President Bola Tinubu to Yelewata village in Benue State to sympathize with residents after a deadly attack by suspected herdsmen. Senate spokesperson Yemi Adaramodu revealed this while highlighting Senate activities over the past two years.
2. NEMA sends relief materials to Benue after deadly attack
Following a needs assessment conducted with SEMA, the Red Cross, and security agencies, NEMA has dispatched emergency relief items to victims displaced by the recent killings in Benue State. The move aims to provide urgent support to the affected communities.
3. Lagos police quiz Pastor Adefarasin over viral gun video
The Lagos State Police Command is questioning Pastor Paul Adefarasin of House on the Rock after a video surfaced online showing him allegedly holding a firearm. The video, widely shared on social media, has raised concerns and prompted an official investigation.
4. INEC rejects PDP’s notice for upcoming NEC meeting
The internal crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) deepened as INEC declined recognition of the party’s notice for its 100th National Executive Committee meeting. The electoral body’s decision further complicates efforts to stabilize the opposition party.
5. Gombe residents protest police ban on nighttime motorcycle use
Residents in Gombe State have kicked against a new police directive banning motorcycle operations from 7pm to 6am. The restriction, introduced to curb rising crime rates, has drawn criticism from locals who say it disrupts livelihoods.
6. River Park developers sue police, EFCC over harassment claims
The developers of Abuja’s River Park Estate, Jonah Capital and its Ghanaian partners, have filed a lawsuit against the Nigeria Police and EFCC, alleging harassment, rights violations, and intimidation linked to a land dispute and business operations.
7. Three Anambra police officers detained for alleged corruption
Anambra State’s Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, has ordered the detention of three inspectors over corruption allegations. Internal disciplinary procedures have been initiated to address the misconduct claims.
8. Reps probe alleged diversion of N1.12tn Anchor Borrowers funds
The House of Representatives Committee on Nutrition and Food Security has launched an investigation into how over N1.12 trillion allocated for the Anchor Borrowers Programme was used. NIRSAL Microfinance Bank’s handling of N215 billion is also under scrutiny.
9. Ogun police arrest 14 cultists, foil kidnapping plot
Police in Ogun State have apprehended 14 suspected cultists plotting an attack in Ijebu-Ode and disrupted a kidnapping attempt in Abigi. The state’s police spokesperson confirmed the arrests and praised operatives for their swift action.
10. CUPP questions plan for new INEC headquarters
Peter Ameh, National Secretary of the Coalition of United Political Parties, has criticized the proposed construction of a new INEC headquarters by the FCT Administration. He warned the move could undermine the electoral body’s credibility and independence.
