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 Osun communal clash, Orji Kalu’s court setback, NAFDAC’s drug destruction, and the Super Eagles’ World Cup qualifier win.
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1. Renewed Osun communal clash leaves three dead, 30 injured
A violent land dispute between Ifon and Ilobu communities in Osun State has escalated, leaving three people dead, including a former councillor, Azeez. At least 30 others sustained gunshot wounds as both sides engaged in a deadly confrontation.
2. Orji Kalu loses bid to stop FG’s appeal on N7.1bn fraud case
Former Abia State Governor Orji Uzor Kalu has failed in his attempt to prevent the Federal Government from appealing a 2021 court ruling that halted his prosecution for alleged N7.1 billion money laundering.
3. NAFDAC destroys over 100 truckloads of seized drugs in Anambra
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has destroyed more than 100 truckloads of counterfeit and expired drugs in Awka. The drugs, confiscated from markets in Onitsha and Aba, were set ablaze in a massive crackdown on illegal pharmaceuticals.
4. Osimhen’s brace secures Super Eagles’ 2-0 win over Rwanda
Victor Osimhen scored twice as the Super Eagles defeated Rwanda 2-0 in a crucial FIFA World Cup qualifier. The Napoli striker struck early in the first half and doubled Nigeria’s lead before halftime, securing a vital away victory in Kigali.
5. Rivers local government allocations released after crisis
Rivers State Sole Administrator Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.) has confirmed the release of previously withheld local government allocations. The Supreme Court had frozen the funds due to the state’s political crisis until proper appropriation was ensured.
6. Northern Elders demand Fubara’s reinstatement
The Northern Elders Forum has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s suspension of Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara, calling for his immediate reinstatement. Spokesman Professor Abubakar Jika Jiddere urged the President to reverse the decision.
7. Supreme Court upholds Samuel Anyanwu as PDP national secretary
The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Samuel Anyanwu as the National Secretary of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), ending a prolonged legal battle between him and Sunday Ude-Okoye, which had divided party stakeholders.
8. Oyo police arrest two suspects with human parts
Police in Oyo State have arrested two men, Ridwan Bello and Fatai Adeleke, for possession of human body parts. The suspects were apprehended following intelligence reports, and investigations are ongoing to uncover the source of the remains.
9. Court orders speedy trial in Nnamdi Kanu’s treason case
A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered an accelerated hearing in the treason case against Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). The ruling aims to fast-track proceedings in the long-running legal battle.
10. Nigerian Air Force strikes terrorist hideouts in Borno, Katsina
The Nigerian Air Force has launched a series of airstrikes on terrorist strongholds in Borno and Katsina states, eliminating several insurgents. The operation targeted fortified camps in Chiralia, Grazah, Yuwe, and Zango Hill.
