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 Trump’s claim of US airstrikes on IS targets in Nigeria, the rescue of abducted Papiri schoolchildren, heightened security in Maiduguri after a mosque bombing, a deadly road crash in Jigawa, and President Tinubu’s renewed call for religious harmony.
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1. Trump Claims US Strikes Target IS Fighters in Nigeria
Former US President Donald Trump says American forces carried out deadly airstrikes on Islamic State targets in northwestern Nigeria on Christmas Day, warning of further attacks if militants continue killing Christians.
2. Abducted Papiri Schoolchildren Reunited With Families
The Catholic Diocese of Kontagora has confirmed that all pupils and staff kidnapped from St. Mary’s Catholic Schools in Papiri, Niger State, have been safely rescued and reunited with their families.
3. FG Deploys Tactical Teams After Maiduguri Mosque Bombing
Vice-President Kashim Shettima says additional security forces have been sent to Maiduguri following a deadly mosque explosion in Gamboru Market that killed five worshippers.
4. NiMet Forecasts Sunny, Cloudy Weather Nationwide
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency predicts sunshine and cloudiness across the country from Friday to Sunday, with largely clear skies expected in the northern region.
5. 11 Killed, 12 Injured in Jigawa Road Crash
The Federal Road Safety Corps has confirmed that a lone accident along the Ringim–Sankara–Beguwa road in Jigawa State claimed 11 lives and left 12 others injured.
6. Six Zamfara PDP Lawmakers Defect to APC
Six serving members of the Zamfara State House of Assembly have dumped the PDP for the APC, citing prolonged suspension and alleged erosion of legislative independence.
7. Petrol Tanker Explosion Kills Two in Lagos
At least two people lost their lives after a petrol tanker exploded along the Badagry Expressway in Lagos during the early hours of Christmas Day.
8. Police Foil Christmas Day Kidnap in Benue
The Benue State Police Command says it successfully thwarted a kidnap attempt on Christmas Day and rescued a victim along the Gboko–Makurdi Road.
9. Abiodun Promises Peaceful Transition in Ogun
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has pledged a smooth and peaceful transfer of power at the end of his tenure in 2027, describing it as a legacy goal.
10. Tinubu Reaffirms Commitment to Religious Harmony
President Bola Tinubu has restated his administration’s commitment to protecting all faiths and promoting religious tolerance as Nigerians mark Christmas.
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