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 alarming vandalism of power infrastructure, Labour Party’s leadership crisis heading to the Supreme Court, a tragic church shooting in Ogun State, and fresh developments in the fight against terrorism and local governance.
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- TCN decries destruction of 18 transmission towers in six days
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) has reported the vandalism of over 18 transmission towers within six days. The company’s General Manager, Public Affairs, Ndidi Mbah, revealed that the incidents occurred between January 9 and 14, threatening the stability of power supply nationwide.
- Labour Party caretaker committee seeks Supreme Court intervention
The Caretaker Committee of the Labour Party (LP) plans to approach the Supreme Court for clarity on the party’s leadership crisis. Senators Nenadi Usman and Darlington Nwokocha, in a statement, highlighted unresolved issues from the recent Court of Appeal judgment.
- ALGON pushes for CBN accounts for local government allocations
The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has directed the 774 local councils to open accounts with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). National President Bello Lawal Yandaki emphasized this step as crucial to implementing the Supreme Court’s ruling on direct allocation disbursements.
- Prophet shot dead during service in Ogun church attack
Gunmen attacked the Celestial Church of Christ Eagle Parish in Idiroko, Ogun State, killing 54-year-old Prophet Yomi Adetula during a Sunday service. Witnesses say the assailants stormed the church around 10:30 a.m. and opened fire on the congregation.
- Troops destroy terrorist kingpin Bello Turji’s base, kill son
Nigerian troops launched a successful operation against the hideout of notorious terrorist Bello Turji, destroying his food depot and killing one of his sons. Security expert Zagazola Makama confirmed the development, signaling a significant blow to the insurgents.
- Imo police dismantle notorious kidnapping syndicate
The Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Imo Police Command has disbanded a gang notorious for kidnapping in Ubomiri, Ogbaku, and Ohii communities. Police spokesperson DSP Henry Okoye announced the operation, which restored calm to the affected areas.
- Death toll rises to 86 in Niger tanker explosion, FG sets up probe
The Federal Government has formed a committee to investigate the causes of a tanker explosion at Dikko Junction, Niger State. The disaster claimed 86 lives and injured 55 others, with 80 victims given a mass burial at the Dikko Primary Health Center.
- Catholic priest suspended over alleged marriage in the US
The Catholic Diocese of Warri has suspended Rev. Fr. Daniel Oghenerukevwe for allegedly marrying in the United States. A statement issued by the diocese on January 16 emphasized that his actions violated his priestly vows.
- Hoodlums kill one, raze 10 houses in Ebonyi community attack
A violent attack in Ndieguzu Agalegu Omege, Ebonyi State, left one person dead and 10 houses destroyed. Residents reported multiple injuries as suspected hoodlums targeted the community late Saturday night.
- Wike rules out reconciliation with Rivers Governor Sim Fubara
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has dismissed any chance of reconciling with Rivers State Governor Sim Fubara. Wike accused Fubara of ignoring President Bola Tinubu’s directives during a peace meeting aimed at resolving their political feud.
