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 court granting bail to activist Dele Farotimi, Yahaya Bello’s release from custody, a tragic road accident claiming police officers’ lives, and key developments in governance, security, and economic affairs.
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1. Court grants Dele Farotimi N30m bail over alleged defamation
A magistrate court in Ado-Ekiti has granted human rights activist and lawyer, Dele Farotimi, bail set at N30 million. Farotimi was arrested earlier this month for allegedly defaming prominent lawyer and Afe Babalola University founder, Afe Babalola. The court’s decision follows weeks of legal proceedings surrounding the defamation charges.
2. Yahaya Bello regains freedom after meeting bail conditions
Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has been released from Kuje Custodial Centre after fulfilling his bail conditions. Bello, who was granted N500 million bail over alleged N10.4 billion fraud, had his release confirmed by the Nigerian Correctional Service spokesperson, Adamu Duza.
3. Court orders reinstatement of suspended Edo council chairmen
An Edo State High Court has directed the reinstatement of suspended local government chairmen and their deputies. Justice Efe Ikponmwonba ruled in favor of the 18 affected council officials, emphasizing the illegality of their suspension by the state government.
4. Bandits abduct over 40 residents in Zamfara communities
Over 40 people have been abducted by bandits in Zamfara State’s Maru Local Government Area. The abductions occurred during multiple attacks over the last two weeks, with residents reporting frequent raids by the armed assailants.
5. Truck accident kills three policemen, female suspect in Ondo
Three police officers and a female suspect lost their lives in a fatal road accident in Ore, Ondo State. The crash occurred when a truck lost control and collided with the police vehicle transporting the officers and the suspect.
6. Naira depreciates further, trades at N1,660 per dollar
The Naira continued its downward trend, depreciating to N1,660 per dollar in the parallel market and N1,542 in the official market. The local currency’s instability persists amid ongoing economic challenges.
7. Oil marketers reduce Dangote petrol price to N939.50 per litre
Oil marketers lifting petrol from Dangote Petroleum Refinery have announced a price reduction from N1,060 to N939.50 per litre. The adjustment aims to ease fuel costs amid economic pressures on consumers.
8. Police arrest two ‘One Chance’ robbers in Lagos
The Lagos Zone 2 Police Command has arrested two suspected members of a notorious “One Chance” robbery gang operating along the Bonny Camp/Ajah route. The suspects, posing as driver and conductor, were apprehended after a series of reported thefts.
9. Nigerian Air Force promotes 52 senior officers
The Air Force Council has approved the promotion of 19 Air Vice Marshals and 33 Air Commodores. The announcement was made by Group Captain Kabir Ali, highlighting the officers’ dedication and contribution to national security.
10. Fire razes Araromi spare parts market in Ibadan
A devastating fire engulfed the Araromi spare parts market at Agodi-Gate, Ibadan, destroying goods worth millions of naira. The inferno, which started around 2 a.m., continued despite firefighters’ efforts to bring it under control.
