Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top headlines making headlines across Nigeria, including the nationwide strike by nurses, deadly bandit attacks in Plateau, and N1 billion donation from the First Lady to Benue victims.
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1. 25,000 nurses begin nationwide warning strike in Nigeria
Healthcare delivery in federal hospitals across Nigeria is set to face disruptions as about 25,000 nurses under the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM) Federal Health Institutions Sector commenced a seven-day warning strike. The action follows the expiration of a 15-day ultimatum given to the federal government over unmet demands.
2. Deputy Speaker withdraws indigeneship bill after backlash
Benjamin Kalu, Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has pulled back his proposed bill on indigeneship following widespread criticism. He announced the withdrawal to allow further consultations and legislative engagement on the controversial subject.
3. Bandits kill two soldiers, two vigilantes in Plateau ambush
Four people, including two soldiers and two vigilantes, were killed after suspected bandits ambushed a security patrol in Dogon Ruwa, Wase LGA of Plateau State. The attackers reportedly made away with the soldiers’ rifles after the assault.
4. Oluremi Tinubu donates N1bn to Benue attack victims
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has donated N1 billion to support victims of recent armed attacks in Yelwata, Guma LGA of Benue State. The donation, part of the Renewed Hope Initiative, also aims to assist displaced children in returning to school.
5. Senate gives NNPCL 21 days to explain missing N210tn
The Nigerian Senate has issued a 21-day ultimatum to the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to account for N210 trillion reportedly unaccounted for. The query was directed at NNPCL’s GCEO, Bayo Ojulari, during a session with the Senate Public Accounts Committee.
6. Tinubu administration committed to ending education strikes – Minister
Education Minister Tunji Alausa has affirmed the federal government’s determination to end strikes in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. Speaking on a TV programme, he said President Tinubu had tasked his team with ensuring unions like ASUU avoid further industrial actions.
7. NDLEA auctions drug-linked properties for N139m
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has sold two of eight properties seized from convicted drug traffickers for a total of N139 million. The houses, located in Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, and Kano, were either bought with illicit funds or used in drug operations.
8. Canoe accident claims six lives in Jigawa, two missing
A canoe mishap in Jigawa State has left six people dead and two children missing. According to police, the incident happened on Sunday, prompting search efforts and an investigation into the cause of the accident.
9. PDP hits back at ADC, says it’s Nigeria’s only alternative
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has dismissed recent criticism from the African Democratic Congress (ADC), insisting that the PDP remains the only viable party to challenge and defeat President Tinubu in 2027. The party said defections have not weakened its national influence.
10. Adeleke warns Ibadan Disco over poor power services
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has issued a warning to the Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) over alleged mistreatment of consumers. He said the state would soon establish its own electricity regulatory agency to check such excesses.
