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 Tinubu’s key federal appointments, Delta’s cholera outbreak update, Kano’s clash with police over a religious event, and the arrest of suspects linked to AIG Odumosu’s wife’s abduction.
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1. Tinubu appoints leaders for 42 federal agencies
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced appointments for board chairpersons of 42 federal organizations, alongside a Secretary to the Board of the Civil Defence, Immigration, and Prisons Services. The presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed this in a statement on Friday.
2. Tinubu lauds Finland’s action on Simon Ekpa case
President Bola Tinubu has praised Finland for addressing the divisive actions of Simon Ekpa. During a meeting with Finland’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Ms. Sanna Selin, Tinubu emphasized the government’s zero tolerance for activities threatening national unity.
3. Delta confirms cholera outbreak in Ikpide-Irri community
The Delta State Government has confirmed a cholera outbreak in Ikpide-Irri, Isoko South LGA, but denied reports of fatalities. Earlier speculations had suggested five deaths, but authorities clarified that no deaths have been recorded.
4. Edo election tribunal relocates to Abuja
The Edo State Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal has moved its operations from Benin City to Abuja. This relocation was communicated in a notice issued by the tribunal’s secretary, Mu’azu Bagudu.
5. Kano accuses police of disrupting religious event
The Kano State Government has accused the police of attempting to disrupt an annual religious event. Commissioner for Information, Ibrahim Waiya, refuted police claims of a terrorist threat and dismissed concerns as baseless.
6. United Airlines flight returns to Lagos over technical fault
A United States-bound United Airlines flight developed technical issues mid-air, forcing it to return to Lagos on Thursday. Some passengers reportedly sustained injuries during the incident.
7. Popular Ilorin musician Mukaila Senwele passes away
Lagos-based musician Mukaila Senwele, famed for his phrase “Koni Da Fun Ebo To Se Costay,” has died. Known for his unique performances, Senwele’s death was confirmed by family sources on Friday.
8. Bandits kill one, abduct five in Kaduna community
Bandits have killed 27-year-old Piti Ezekiel and kidnapped five individuals in Rumaya Community, Kaduna State. The incident was confirmed by Danbaba Katuka, National Secretary of Kauru LGA CDAs Forum.
9. Court orders N100m damages against ex-PDP vice-chairman
An Ebonyi Federal High Court has awarded N100 million in damages against Ali Odefa, former Southeast PDP Vice-Chairman. The court also barred police from intimidating or arresting PDP Ward Executives.
10. Police arrest two more suspects in AIG Odumosu’s wife abduction
The police have apprehended two additional suspects linked to the kidnapping of Mrs. A. Odumosu, wife of retired AIG Hakeem Odumosu. The suspects, aged 27 and 30, were arrested by the Lagos Police Special Squad.
