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 President Tinubu’s 10-day working vacation in Europe, fresh details on the Niger boat tragedy, Jonathan’s remarks on betrayal in politics, and protests by retired soldiers in Abuja.
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1. Tinubu begins 10-day working vacation in Europe
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has departed Abuja for a 10-day working holiday in France and the United Kingdom. His media aide, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed that the President will spend time in both countries before returning to Nigeria.
2. NEMA confirms 30 dead, 58 rescued in Niger boat tragedy
The National Emergency Management Agency reported that more than 30 passengers died while 58 others were rescued after a boat capsized in Gausawa, Borgu LGA, Niger State. DG Zubaida Umar directed rescue teams in Minna to intensify operations.
3. Egbetokun appoints CSP Hundeyin as police spokesperson
Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has named CSP Benjamin Hundeyin the new Force Public Relations Officer. Hundeyin, a graduate of LASU and UI, is expected to strengthen police communication nationwide.
4. Kaduna police summon El-Rufai, ADC members
The Kaduna State Police Command has invited former Governor Nasir El-Rufai and members of the African Democratic Congress for questioning. The summon comes amid political tension in the state.
5. Jonathan laments deceit in Nigerian politics
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has described Nigeria’s political scene as dominated by betrayal and falsehood. Speaking in Benin City at the 70th birthday of ex-Chief of Staff Mike Oghiadomhe, Jonathan praised him as a loyal ally.
6. Retired soldiers protest unpaid entitlements in Abuja
Hundreds of retired soldiers blocked the Finance Ministry in Abuja, protesting delays in the release of funds to the Military Pensions Board. They demanded immediate payment of their outstanding benefits.
7. Police arrest suspect in Taraba centenarian’s abduction
Taraba State police have arrested a suspect connected to the kidnapping of 100-year-old Joshua Magani Ubandoma in Ibi LGA. Police said the victim was taken from his home on August 6 by armed men before being tracked to a nearby forest.
8. INEC receives 19 new applications for party registration
INEC has announced that the number of groups seeking registration as political parties has risen to 171. National Commissioner Sam Olumekun said the updated list is available on the commission’s website.
9. Shittu says Tinubu will gain votes in South-East
Former Communications Minister Adebayo Shittu has expressed optimism that President Tinubu will secure significant votes from the South-East in 2027. He dismissed claims that Peter Obi’s influence will weaken the president’s chances.
10. FG targets 10bn SCF daily gas production by 2030
Finance Minister Wale Edun has reaffirmed Nigeria’s goal of producing 10 billion Standard Cubic Feet of gas daily by 2030. A ministry statement said the target reflects government commitment to energy expansion.
