Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with top headlines from Nigerian newspapers, including Akpabio’s petition over assassination claims, Soludo’s signing of key development bills, renewed attacks in Benue, and fresh action against inflated electricity billing.
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1. Akpabio petitions IGP over Natasha’s assassination claim
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has asked the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to investigate an accusation by Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan alleging he was involved in an assassination plot. In a formal petition, Akpabio firmly denied the claim and called for a thorough inquiry to clear his name.
2. Edo, FG set up panel to probe killing of 16 hunters
Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, says a joint committee has been established by the federal and state governments to investigate the killing of 16 hunters in Uromi. He made this known during a visit by Kano State’s Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Gwarzo, at the Government House in Benin.
3. Over 2,000 Nigerian troops trained in Pakistan – CDS
Chief of Defence Staff, Lt.-Gen. Christopher Musa, revealed that more than 2,000 Nigerian military personnel have undergone training in Pakistan. The program, he said, is part of Nigeria’s ongoing partnership with Pakistan to enhance military expertise and cooperation.
4. Dangote refinery reduces petrol ex-depot price to N865
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has slashed the ex-depot price of petrol to N865 per litre. This adjustment, communicated through an official notice to marketers, is part of the company’s pricing strategy amid Nigeria’s evolving fuel market conditions.
5. FG raises alarm over traffickers’ use of digital platforms
The Federal Government has expressed concern over the growing use of digital tools by human traffickers to exploit victims. The Attorney-General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), made the disclosure in Abuja, calling for stronger cyber-monitoring mechanisms.
6. NERC penalises 8 DisCos for inflated estimated billing
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has sanctioned eight electricity distribution companies for breaching billing regulations. According to NERC, the DisCos issued inflated estimated bills to unmetered customers, defying the official capping policy for Q3 2024.
7. Armed herdsmen kill 3 in fresh Benue attack
At least three people have been killed in a fresh assault by suspected armed herdsmen in Mbasombo community, Gwer East LGA of Benue State. Eyewitnesses said the attackers invaded overnight, shooting indiscriminately and causing panic among residents.
8. Court dismisses Nnamdi Kanu’s N50bn rights suit
A Federal High Court in Abuja has struck out Nnamdi Kanu’s N50 billion fundamental rights lawsuit against the Federal Government. The IPOB leader’s case, challenging his arrest and extradition from Kenya, was dismissed due to the repeated absence of his legal team.
9. Police arrest 9 over deadly arson in Oyo community
Nine suspects have been apprehended by the Oyo State Police Command following an arson attack in Aagba community, Surulere LGA. The April 5 attack resulted in the death of a 70-year-old woman and the destruction of nine houses, prompting mass displacement of residents.
10. Soludo signs 6 bills to boost Anambra development
Governor Chukwuma Soludo has signed six new bills into law to support economic and infrastructural development in Anambra State. Among the laws are the Anambra State Electricity Law, 2025 and the Anambra State Development and Investment Corporation Law, 2025.
