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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 a tragic bus crash in Ondo, a planned electricity tariff hike, a deadly cult clash in Rivers, and major security operations in Kaduna and the FCT.

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1. Tragic bus collision claims 30 lives in Ondo

At least 30 passengers were burnt to death in a horrific crash on the Ore-Lagos Road in Ondo State. The accident occurred when two commercial buses, traveling against traffic, collided head-on and burst into flames.

2. FG plans electricity tariff hike with subsidy support

The Federal Government has announced plans to increase electricity tariffs in the coming months. Authorities say the hike will be balanced with subsidies for low-income consumers to reduce the financial burden.

3. Police rescue 23 kidnapped victims in Kaduna

The Kaduna State Police Command rescued 23 abducted individuals during a security operation in Kajuru LGA. The rescue followed an intelligence-led raid on a bandits’ hideout in Doka Village, disrupting their relocation plans.

4. Three dead, three arrested in Rivers cult clash

A violent clash between rival cult groups in Onne, Rivers State, left three people dead. The incident began with an attack on Friday, sparking a deadly reprisal the next day, leading to multiple arrests.

5. Gunmen attack Ebonyi community, kill residents

Suspected gunmen stormed the Amegu Nkalagha community in Ebonyi State, killing several residents and setting homes ablaze. The attack is believed to be a reprisal for the reported killing of cattle belonging to herdsmen.

6. Kidnappers demand N100m ransom for Ibadan worker

Gunmen abducted an employee of an agro-industrial firm in Ibadan while he was returning from a farm. The kidnappers have demanded a N100 million ransom for his release.

7. PDP will emerge stronger from crisis – Zamfara governor

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal Dare, has expressed confidence in the PDP’s recovery from its internal crisis. He emphasized that the party remains committed to unity and effective leadership.

8. Nigerians warned against travel to Ebola-hit Uganda

Health officials have urged Nigerians to avoid non-essential travel to Uganda following an outbreak of the Sudan strain of Ebola. Cases have been confirmed in Wakiso, Mukono, and Mbale City.

9. FCT police rescue woman from suspected ritualist

The FCT Police Command has rescued a young woman from an armed robbery suspect believed to be a ritualist. Authorities have launched a manhunt for the fleeing suspect.

10. Two killed, five injured in Ogun road crashes

Two separate road accidents in Ogun State have claimed two lives, leaving five others injured. The crashes occurred on the Ibadan-Lagos Expressway and the Ogijo-Ikorodu Road.

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