Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay updated with Nigeria’s top stories, from APC’s new chairman pledging unity, to PDP’s upcoming convention in Ibadan, Kwankwaso’s swipe at Tinubu, and a suicide linked to a journalist’s murder.
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1. APC chairman vows to unite and expand ruling party
New APC National Chairman, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, has assured party members of his commitment to unite all stakeholders and reposition the party for growth. He made this pledge during his acceptance speech at the 14th NEC meeting held at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja.
2. PDP to hold national convention in Ibadan this November
The Peoples Democratic Party has fixed its elective national convention for November 15–16, 2025, in Ibadan, Oyo State. The announcement was contained in a communiqué issued after the party’s National Executive Committee meeting held in Abuja.
3. Kwankwaso accuses Tinubu of sidelining northern development
Former NNPP presidential candidate, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has criticized President Bola Tinubu for allegedly ignoring the northern region in national development. Speaking in Kano at a stakeholders’ dialogue on constitutional amendments, he claimed federal resources are being concentrated elsewhere.
4. Suspected killer of Kogi photojournalist commits suicide
Ayo Pelumi, the alleged murderer of Kogi-based photojournalist Ayo Aiyepeku, has reportedly taken his own life. The incident occurred Tuesday night, days after Pelumi was identified as the prime suspect in the killing of his close friend.
5. Tinubu mocks ADC, calls it a confused coalition
President Tinubu has ridiculed the African Democratic Congress, labelling it a “coalition of confusion.” The comment came during the APC’s NEC meeting in Abuja, where he welcomed new chairman Yilwatda and urged Nigerians to abandon parties without clear direction.
6. Court orders police to pay N10m to EndSARS protesters
A Lagos Federal High Court has awarded N10 million in damages to #EndSARS protesters harassed during the 2024 memorial rally. Justice Musa Kakaki ruled that the police violated the applicants’ constitutional rights during the October 20 event.
7. Nigerian troops dismantle terror camps in North-East
Security forces under Operation Hadin Kai have neutralized dozens of insurgents and disrupted key supply routes in the North-East. The operation, backed by air support and local fighters, targeted terrorist hideouts through coordinated ambushes and raids.
8. Gunmen kill 15 in Plateau market ambush
At least 14 villagers and one police officer were killed in twin attacks by armed men in Bokkos LGA of Plateau State. One attack happened as residents returned from the local market, raising fresh concerns about the region’s security.
9. Woman docked for impersonating customs officer, defrauding victims of N34m
A 59-year-old woman, Rakiyat Musa, has been arraigned for posing as a customs officer and defrauding multiple people of over N34 million. She was brought before the Igbosere Magistrate’s Court on charges including impersonation and obtaining by false pretence.
10. Labour unions reject power sector strike ban in new electricity bill
Major labour unions have kicked against a proposed law that seeks to prohibit strikes in Nigeria’s power sector. The Electricity Act (Amendment) Bill 2025, currently before the National Assembly, aims to criminalize blackouts caused by union-led protests.
