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 the UK’s rejection of Nigeria’s request to repatriate Ike Ekweremadu, Atiku’s formal registration with the ADC, Southwest governors’ push for State Police, and growing security concerns as Bauchi shuts all schools.
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1. UK rejects Nigeria’s request to repatriate Ekweremadu
The British Government has declined Nigeria’s request to transfer Ike Ekweremadu back home to serve his sentence, citing concerns over Nigeria’s ability to enforce the remaining jail term.
2. NDLEA arrests influencer ‘Candy’ for selling cannabis-laced cookies
NDLEA operatives in Edo State have arrested 19-year-old influencer Praise Nwogu, aka Candy, and another suspect for promoting and selling drug-infused cookies online.
3. NNPCL posts N5.4tn profit in 2024, its strongest earnings yet
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has announced a post-tax profit of N5.4 trillion for 2024, marking one of its most impressive financial results since becoming a limited liability company.
4. First phase of Lagos–Calabar highway to open December 2025
The Federal Government says the initial 47-km stretch of the Lagos–Calabar coastal highway will be opened to motorists in December 2025, according to Works Minister David Umahi.
5. Atiku registers with ADC, reshaping opposition dynamics ahead of 2027
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has formally joined the African Democratic Congress in Adamawa, signalling a new political direction ahead of the next general election.
6. Nigeria, U.S. agree on new security cooperation framework
The Nigerian government and the United States have reached agreements on key areas of security collaboration, including an immediate joint working group to coordinate efforts.
7. Southwest governors push ahead with regional plan for State Police
Governors from the Southwest have insisted that establishing State Police is now urgent, unveiling a new regional security strategy to confront rising insecurity.
8. Kebbi governor demands probe after soldiers withdrew before school abduction
Governor Nasir Idris has urged military authorities to review their tactics and investigate why troops were withdrawn shortly before bandits kidnapped 25 schoolgirls in Maga.
9. Bauchi shuts all schools over escalating security threats
The Bauchi State Government has ordered the immediate closure of all schools—public, private, and federal—citing heightened security concerns across the state.
10. ASUU NEC meets Wednesday to decide next steps after fresh talks
The Academic Staff Union of Universities will convene to determine its next move following renewed negotiations with the Federal Government aimed at preventing another strike.
