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 Wike’s call for the release of the NDDC audit, banks lifting restrictions on naira cards abroad, and a court order reinstating Senator Natasha.
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1. Wike urges Tinubu to publish NDDC audit, accuses Amaechi’s wife of fraud
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has called on President Tinubu to release the forensic audit report of the NDDC from 2015 to 2022. Speaking Friday, he alleged that N48 billion was looted yearly from the commission and accused the wife of former minister Rotimi Amaechi of misappropriating public funds.
2. Banks lift foreign transaction ban on naira debit cards
Nigerian banks, including UBA and Wema Bank, have resumed allowing international payments with naira-funded debit cards. This comes after over three years of restrictions, now eased due to improved dollar liquidity in the financial system.
3. Tinubu says infrastructure projects restoring trust in government
President Bola Tinubu on Friday stated that his administration is not only building roads but also restoring faith in inclusive governance. He described ongoing developments in the FCT as part of a broader “quiet revolution” under his Renewed Hope Agenda.
4. FCT teachers vow to remain on strike over unpaid entitlements
Primary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory have insisted they will not resume duties until their salary arrears and benefits are paid. The decision followed a union meeting where leaders resolved to sustain the strike until their demands are met.
5. Court orders Senate to reinstate suspended Kogi senator
A Federal High Court in Abuja has directed the Senate to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, who was suspended in March for alleged misconduct. Her removal came after a confrontation with Senate President Akpabio over seating arrangements.
6. Nigerian pastor jailed in US for COVID-19 relief fraud
A US court has sentenced Nigerian pastor Edward Oluwasanmi to 27 months in prison for defrauding the COVID-19 relief fund. His associate, a traditional ruler, forfeited property to US authorities, with his sentencing now set for August 1.
7. LASU sacks two lecturers over sex-for-grade, fraud cases
Lagos State University has dismissed two lecturers for engaging in sexual harassment and financial misconduct. The action was approved during the university’s Governing Council meeting held on July 3.
8. NSCDC arrests 16 suspects in Abuja for various offences
Sixteen individuals have been arrested by the NSCDC in Abuja over vandalism, theft, and illegal mining. The arrests were part of an ongoing operation by the FCT Command’s Tactical Squad to protect critical infrastructure.
9. Benue women protest mass arrest of youths in Agan community
Dozens of women in Agan, near Makurdi, staged a protest on Friday against the indiscriminate arrests of their children. They accused security agents of wrongful detentions and demanded immediate intervention.
10. Ex-Jigawa governor pledges support for Peter Obi in 2027
A former governor of Jigawa State and PDP stalwart has declared his readiness to support Peter Obi if he becomes the 2027 presidential candidate of an opposition coalition. He urged Nigerians to move beyond ethnic and regional politics.
