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 the Senate’s approval of Tinubu’s N1.15 trillion borrowing request, the suspension of the 15 percent fuel import duty, troops rescuing 74 NYSC members in Borno, and Tinubu celebrating the Super Eagles’ emphatic win over Gabon.
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1. ADC faults Tinubu over fresh N1.15tn borrowing
The African Democratic Congress criticises the Federal Government for taking another N1.15tn domestic loan, accusing President Tinubu of contradicting his own claims about improved revenue and worsening Nigeria’s debt profile.
2. Wike rejects claims of clash with military over Abuja land
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike denies using a disputed land case to confront the armed forces, saying he has always supported the military and urging citizens to obey lawful authority.
3. Troops rescue 74 NYSC members from suspected abduction in Borno
Soldiers under Operation Hadin Kai safely recovered 74 corps members who were intercepted by terrorists along the Buratai–Kamuya road.
4. FG suspends planned 15 percent duty on petrol and diesel imports
The NMDPRA has halted the proposed ad-valorem import duty on PMS and AGO, easing concerns over a potential rise in fuel prices.
5. Saraki urges PDP to halt planned convention amid internal crisis
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki warns that holding the party’s scheduled November convention in Ibadan could worsen division and deepen the PDP’s crisis.
6. Airline operators blame immigration service for controversial $11.50 levy
The Airline Operators of Nigeria say the new travel charge was initiated by the immigration service, arguing it will further strain the aviation sector and burden travellers.
7. Three Nigerians arrested in Kenya for alleged cyber fraud
Kenyan authorities arrested three Nigerian nationals in Mwaliko Estate, accusing them of involvement in online fraud activities.
8. Two Nigerians feared dead in Mediterranean boat tragedy
The International Organisation for Migration reports that two Nigerians are presumed dead after a migrant boat accident, though two others were rescued alive.
9. PDP BoT insists Ibadan convention will proceed despite crisis
The PDP Board of Trustees says the party’s internal turmoil is self-inflicted but maintains that the national convention scheduled for Ibadan will go ahead.
10. Tinubu hails Super Eagles’ 4–1 win over Gabon
President Tinubu praises the national team’s strong performance in the World Cup playoff match, describing the victory as a symbol of Nigeria’s resilience and fighting spirit
