Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here’s today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top headlines making waves across Nigeria, including the FG’s meeting on naira crude sales, rising tensions over Kano’s emirship tussle, a fuel tanker explosion in Niger, and major security breakthroughs.
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1. FG committee meets over naira crude sales to refineries
The Federal Government Committee overseeing the sale of crude oil in naira will meet today in Abuja to address mounting challenges affecting the policy. The meeting follows tensions between NNPCL and Dangote Refinery over implementation issues.
2. Adeleke warns Osun monarchs over Ifon-Ilobu clashes
Following renewed communal clashes between Ifon and Ilobu over a land dispute, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has threatened to dethrone traditional rulers if violence continues. The state remains tense under a 24-hour curfew.
3. Fuel tanker explosion rocks Niger filling station
A tanker carrying fuel exploded at A.A Rano filling station near General Hospital, Kontagora, Niger State. The incident, which occurred close to a police division, caused panic in the area, though casualties remain unconfirmed.
4. Governors, dignitaries attend Katsina governor’s mother’s funeral
Top political figures, including Kano Governor Abba Yusuf and Jigawa Governor Umar Namadi, attended the funeral of Hajiya Safara’u Umar Radda, mother of Katsina State Governor Dikko Radda, in Charanchi LGA.
5. Tension rises in Kano over emirship tussle
Kano’s traditional leadership crisis is escalating as both Emir Muhammadu Sanusi and Emir Aminu Ado Bayero prepare to host the 2025 Sallah durbar. The contest for legitimacy continues to divide royal and political stakeholders.
6. Kidnapped Abuja naval officer rescued in Nasarawa
Cynthia Akor, a naval officer abducted in Abuja, has been rescued in Nasarawa State by a joint security task force. The operation involved military forces, DSS operatives, anti-kidnapping police, hunters, and vigilante groups.
7. Police arrest three for kidnapping Imo businessman
Imo Police Command has arrested three suspects—Favour Dike, Ifeanyi Kingsley, and Wisdom Chikodi—over the abduction of businessman Sabinus Ibe in Owerri. Their capture followed a detailed investigation and operation.
8. Anambra priest regains freedom after petrol station abduction
Rev. Fr. Stephen Echezona, who was kidnapped while refueling his vehicle in Ichida, Anambra State, has been released. Police confirmed his safe return, though details of the rescue operation remain undisclosed.
9. Fuel prices drop in Niger Republic after Nigerian supply
Petrol prices in Niger Republic have begun falling as Nigerian fuel tankers resume supply to border communities. Residents confirm an influx of trucks, signaling improved access to the commodity.
10. Police inspector kills woman, injures two in Cross River
A police inspector in Cross River State allegedly opened fire, killing a woman and injuring two others. The command’s spokesperson, SP Irene Ugbo, confirmed the officer displayed unusual behavior before the tragic incident.
