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 a hefty fine against Multichoice over data breaches, Tinubu’s fresh orders to security agencies, and JAMB’s release of mop-up exam results.
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1. Multichoice fined over N766 million for data privacy violations
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has slammed Multichoice Nigeria with a N766.2 million fine for violating the Nigeria Data Protection Act. An investigation launched in 2024 revealed unauthorized sharing of customers’ personal data, including cross-border transfers without consent.
2. Tinubu orders military to crush terrorism, banditry
President Bola Tinubu has instructed the Nigerian military and other security agencies to take decisive action against terrorism, banditry, and separatist threats. Speaking through Vice President Kashim Shettima in Kaduna, he urged them to uphold national unity and peace without hesitation.
3. JAMB releases mop-up UTME results for over 11,000 candidates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released results for 11,161 candidates who sat for the June 28, 2025 mop-up Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. The exercise was conducted for candidates previously unable to sit for the exam due to various challenges.
4. Peter Obi rules out running mate role, confirms 2027 bid
Labour Party’s Peter Obi has reaffirmed his intention to contest in the 2027 presidential election, dismissing claims that he might serve as a running mate to Atiku Abubakar. Obi emphasized he is focused on offering Nigerians a credible alternative.
5. 21 die in early morning crash on Zaria-Kano road
A fatal crash involving a DAF trailer and a Toyota Hummer bus claimed 21 lives on Sunday along the Zaria–Kano highway. The Federal Road Safety Corps said the collision happened around 8:23 a.m. in the Dakatsalle area of Kano State.
6. Zulum dismisses rumours of defection to ADC
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has denied reports linking him to a defection from the APC to the African Democratic Congress. His spokesperson described the rumours as baseless and reaffirmed Zulum’s loyalty to the ruling party.
7. NLC threatens mass protests over hardship, insecurity
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has warned of possible nationwide protests over worsening insecurity, poverty, and inflation. The union says Nigerian workers can no longer remain silent as living conditions deteriorate.
8. Wike says Tinubu took over a ‘dying’ Nigeria
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has praised President Bola Tinubu’s tough policy choices, saying Nigeria was near collapse before his administration came in. He admitted challenges remain but believes recent decisions will steer the country toward recovery.
9. Natasha Akpoti prepares Senate return amid court order
Suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan says she will resume her Senate duties following a court ruling voiding her suspension. However, the Senate insists it will act only after receiving the official court judgment.
10. Gunmen kill police officer, abduct wife in Kaduna
A police inspector, Donfa Chirtip, was shot dead while his wife was abducted by gunmen at their residence in Kurmin Kare, Kaduna State. The attack has raised fresh concerns over rising insecurity in the region.
