Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top stories from Nigerian newspapers, including the FG’s charges against Senator Natasha, APC governors’ 2027 endorsement of Tinubu, and fresh drama in the Labour Party.
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1. FG slams criminal charges on Senator Natasha over Akpabio, Bello remarks
The Federal Government has filed a three-count criminal charge against Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, accusing her of defaming Senate President Godswill Akpabio and ex-Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello. The case was filed at a federal high court in Abuja through the Attorney-General’s office.
2. APC governors endorse Tinubu for 2027 presidential race
Governors under the All Progressives Congress have formally backed President Bola Tinubu as their sole presidential candidate for the 2027 elections. The endorsement came during the APC National Summit held at the State House in Abuja.
3. Tinubu dismisses one-party system fears amid APC defections
President Bola Tinubu has downplayed concerns over Nigeria shifting to a one-party state, stating that the ongoing wave of defections to the APC reflects democratic freedom and public alignment with his administration’s vision.
4. Umahi promises December 2025 completion for East-West Road Phase 3
Works Minister Dave Umahi has assured that Phase Three of the East-West Road project, spanning 15km between Eleme and Onne in Rivers State, will be completed by December 2025. He also announced that the Eleme axis will be accessible to motorists within 10 days.
5. Dangote Refinery slashes petrol price by N15
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a N15 reduction in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (petrol), continuing its recent trend of price cuts aimed at easing the burden on consumers and stabilizing the market.
6. Tinubu inaugurates new NNPCL board members
President Tinubu on Thursday officially inaugurated the newly appointed board and executive management of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) at the Presidential Villa in Abuja ahead of the APC summit.
7. Over 13,500 terrorists neutralised since May 2023 – NSA Ribadu
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu revealed that security forces have neutralised more than 13,543 terrorists and criminals nationwide since May 2023, crediting coordinated counter-terrorism efforts for the progress.
8. Nigerian sentenced to 27 months in U.S. for $1m fraud
A U.S. District Court has sentenced Nigerian national Henry Ezeonyido to 27 months in prison for participating in a $1 million insurance fraud scheme. The U.S. Department of Justice said the crimes occurred between 2019 and 2022.
9. Atiku denies plan to dump PDP for opposition mega party
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has debunked rumours suggesting he plans to leave the Peoples Democratic Party for an opposition coalition ahead of 2027. His media aide confirmed Atiku remains committed to the PDP.
10. LP factional chairman Callistus Okafor quits party
One of Labour Party’s factional leaders, Callistus Okafor, has exited the party amid its ongoing leadership crisis. Okafor, a former National Vice Chairman, made the announcement at a press briefing in Abuja.
