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 FG’s intervention in the National Assembly crisis, Tinubu’s appointment of Attahiru Jega, EFCC’s probe into Osun’s $20m health grant, and NDLEA’s crackdown on drug kingpins.
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1. FG to intervene in National Assembly crisis after Akpoti-Uduaghan’s suspension
The Federal Government has pledged to step into the leadership crisis in the National Assembly following the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Minister of Women Affairs, Iman Suleiman-Ibrahim, disclosed this on Friday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, hinting at government efforts to resolve the tension.
2. Tinubu appoints ex-INEC chair Attahiru Jega as livestock reform coordinator
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed former INEC Chairman, Professor Attahiru Jega, as Special Adviser and Coordinator of the Presidential Livestock Reform initiative. The appointment, announced on Friday by presidential aide Bayo Onanuga, aims to address challenges in Nigeria’s livestock sector.
3. Court admits evidence of Yahaya Bello’s children’s school fees in N80.2bn fraud trial
A Federal High Court in Abuja on Friday admitted school fee receipts from the American International School, Abuja, allegedly paid for by former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. The receipts were part of the evidence tendered by the prosecution in the ongoing N80.2 billion money laundering case against him.
4. Wike-backed PDP faction loses recognition as party sets up South-South caretaker committee
The PDP National Working Committee has rejected a factional leadership in the South-South backed by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike. Instead, the party set up a caretaker committee to oversee the zone, dealing a setback to Wike’s influence within the party.
5. Former presidential spokesman Doyin Okupe dies at 72
Ex-presidential spokesman Dr. Doyin Okupe has passed away in a Lagos hospital at the age of 72. He reportedly died from a recurrence of cancer. Okupe previously served as Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications to former President Goodluck Jonathan.
6. Osun petitions EFCC over alleged $20m health fund misappropriation under Oyetola
The Osun State Government has petitioned the EFCC to investigate former Governor Gboyega Oyetola over alleged mismanagement of a $20 million World Bank health grant. The government accused the current Minister of Blue Economy of money laundering and financial misconduct in disbursing the funds.
7. Power minister condemns Air Force attack on Ikeja Electricity Company headquarters
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has condemned an attack by Nigerian Air Force personnel on the Ikeja Electricity Distribution Company (IKEDC) headquarters. The assault, which left several people injured and vandalized equipment, occurred on Thursday, prompting strong criticism from the minister.
8. APC begins screening of Anambra governorship aspirants for 2025 election
The APC has commenced screening of seven aspirants seeking its ticket for the Anambra governorship election slated for November 8, 2025. Each aspirant paid N50 million for nomination and expression of interest forms as the ruling party gears up for the poll.
9. NDLEA secures conviction of four drug kingpins over N4.6bn trafficking case
The NDLEA has secured the conviction of four drug traffickers found guilty of smuggling cocaine and skunk worth N4.6 billion. Federal High Courts in Lagos and Yola handed down varying prison sentences, reinforcing the agency’s crackdown on drug-related crimes.
10. Man slumps, dies during early morning prayers at Abuja mosque
A 52-year-old man, Salihu Byezhe, collapsed and died during Subhi (early morning) prayers at a mosque in Gudaba village, Abuja. Witnesses said he had just finished his Sahur meal, performed ablution, and joined worshippers before the tragic incident.
