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 Governor Fubara’s invitation to the Rivers Assembly speaker, a $37.4 million oil royalty refund, El-Rufai’s visit to Aregbesola and Pastor Bakare, and fresh violence in Benue State.
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1. Fubara invites Rivers Assembly speaker for first official meeting
Rivers State Governor, Siminialayi Fubara, has invited Speaker Martins Amaewhule and other lawmakers for a meeting at the Government House, Port Harcourt. This marks the first time Fubara has formally recognized Amaewhule as Speaker, signaling a possible shift in the state’s political crisis.
2. Oil firms to refund $37.4m unpaid royalties by August
Seven oil companies accused of owing royalties in the Auditor General’s report have agreed to refund $37.4 million to the Federation Account by August 2025. These firms are among 23 identified in the 2021 audit for failing to meet their financial obligations.
3. El-Rufai meets Aregbesola, Pastor Bakare in Lagos
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has visited ex-Minister Rauf Aregbesola and cleric Pastor Tunde Bakare in Lagos. His media adviser, Muyiwa Adekeye, confirmed the visit, sparking speculation about its political significance.
4. Catholic bishops warn of worsening hardship in Nigeria
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has raised concerns over rising insecurity, youth unemployment, and economic hardship. They criticized the government’s reforms, warning that poverty and inflation have reached alarming levels.
5. PDP postpones NEC meeting to May 13
The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has shifted its National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting from March 13 to May 13, 2025. The delay comes amid ongoing internal party tensions.
6. Lagos graduate found dead in boyfriend’s apartment
A Lagos State University graduate, identified as Adija, was found dead in her boyfriend’s apartment in Meiran. The boyfriend has since absconded, with police launching an investigation into the February 26 incident.
7. Suspected herders kill 15 in fresh Benue attacks
Armed herders reportedly killed 15 people in renewed attacks on Benue communities. The violence began Friday in Utange council ward and continued Saturday night in Kpav, particularly Dikpo and Imande Gberihwa.
8. Delta anti-cult officer arrested for killing 19-year-old nurse
A member of the Delta State Anti-Cult Volunteer Corps has been arrested for allegedly shooting a 19-year-old auxiliary nurse dead in Okpanam. The group was established in 2022 to combat cult-related crimes.
9. NDLEA arrests suspect over cocaine hidden in vehicle propellers
NDLEA operatives have arrested auto parts dealer Levi Ubodoeze for attempting to smuggle two kilograms of cocaine to Angola. He was caught three weeks after authorities launched a manhunt.
10. Kwara police probe killing of Miyetti Allah chairman
Police in Kwara have launched an investigation into the murder of Miyetti Allah chairman Alhaji Idris Abubakar. The 32-year-old was shot dead by unidentified gunmen outside his home in Ilorin East.
