Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top headlines making waves across Nigerian newspapers, including NDLEA’s arrest of drug kingpins, a deadly cult clash in Rivers, a gas explosion in Niger, and troops eliminating terrorists in Zamfara.
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1. NDLEA arrests two drug kingpins who excreted 125 heroin wraps
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested two suspected drug traffickers at Port Harcourt and Lagos airports. The suspects, including Onyekwonike Elochuckwu Sylvanus, reportedly used dual identities to avoid detection. NDLEA spokesperson Femi Babafemi confirmed that both suspects excreted a total of 125 heroin wraps.
2. Troops kill terrorists, capture hideout in Zamfara
Security forces have eliminated several suspected terrorists in Zamfara State and destroyed their enclaves as part of ongoing clearance operations in the Northwest. Troops also captured Tungan Fulani Hills, a notorious terrorist hideout, according to security analyst Zagazola Makama.
3. Atiku warns FG against misusing $1.07bn health budget
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has urged the federal government to ensure accountability in the disbursement of $1.07 billion allocated to the health sector in the 2025 budget. He warned that the funds must be used to improve healthcare services rather than disappear due to corruption.
4. Four killed in Benue as rival cult groups clash
A violent clash between two cult groups in Wadata, Makurdi, has left four people dead and several others injured. Witnesses reported that the Red and Black cult groups fought for territorial control, leading to gunshot and axe wounds among victims.
5. Nigerian police officer commits suicide in Niger State
An Assistant Superintendent of Police, Shafi’u Bawa, attached to the 61 Police Mobile Force in Kontagora, Niger State, has reportedly taken his own life. A colleague disclosed that the tragic incident occurred on Saturday afternoon, though the reasons remain unclear.
6. Gas explosion destroys vehicles, goods in Niger State
A gas explosion at a filling station in Sabon Wuse, Niger State, has destroyed several vehicles and goods, including food items. The incident reportedly occurred while a tanker was offloading gas, sparking a massive fire.
7. Femi Falana sues Meta for $5m over privacy breach
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has filed a $5 million lawsuit against Meta Platforms Inc. in a Lagos High Court. He accused the company of using his images and voice in an advert linked to a medical condition without his consent.
8. PETROAN awaits NNPCL approval to lift products from Warri refinery
The Petroleum Products Retail Outlets Owners Association of Nigeria (PETROAN) is waiting for the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) to open its portal for product lifting from Warri refinery. PETROAN President Dr. Billy Gillis-Harris confirmed this in an interview.
9. Ohanaeze Youth Council president kidnapped in Imo
Gunmen have abducted Igboayaka Igboayaka, the President of Ohanaeze Youth Council, in Owerri, Imo State. The president of the Igbo National Council, Chilos Godsent, confirmed that the attackers arrived in a Sienna and a Lexus SUV before taking him away.
10. Cultists kill 19 in renewed Rivers State clash
At least 19 people have been killed in a fresh cult clash in Obelle Community, Rivers State. The violence erupted between rival groups after a two-year break, forcing residents to flee for safety.
