Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top stories making headlines across Nigeria, including Tinubu’s Easter message amid security concerns, the rescue of trafficked teens from Ghana, and renewed violence in Benue.
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1. Tinubu assures Nigerians of peace despite Easter security setbacks
President Bola Tinubu extended Easter greetings to Christians nationwide, reaffirming his administration’s dedication to restoring peace and stability. Despite recent violence in Plateau and Benue states, Tinubu emphasized that the government’s commitment to security has not diminished.
2. Three Nigerian teens rescued from sex trafficking in Ghana
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has announced the rescue and repatriation of three teenage girls trafficked to Ghana under false job promises. The victims, aged 17 to 19, were reportedly lured by women they called “aunties” and are now safely back in Nigeria.
3. Governor Alia cautions Benue communities against self-defence
Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has urged residents facing herdsmen attacks not to resort to self-help. Speaking after Good Friday Mass in Makurdi, he emphasized the need to maintain law and order, even amid the ongoing security challenges.
4. Fatal Abuja accident claims lives on Karu Bridge
A tragic accident involving a cement-laden truck that lost control on Kugbo hill has claimed multiple lives on Karu Bridge in Abuja. Eyewitnesses said the truck’s brake failure caused it to ram into several vehicles during the Friday incident.
5. Suspected herdsmen kill 10 in Benue’s Logo LGA
At least 10 people were killed in an attack on Mbayam Council Ward in Benue’s Logo Local Government Area. Suspected herdsmen reportedly invaded Tse-Ankon village, burning homes and leaving residents in mourning on Good Friday.
6. Northern CAN urges healing and women’s inclusion in Easter message
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), representing the North and FCT, has called for unity and women’s empowerment during its Easter message. CAN emphasized the need for sacrifice and healing as Nigeria faces deepening societal challenges.
7. Fayose warns Atiku against 2027 PDP presidential bid
Ex-Ekiti governor Ayodele Fayose has advised former Vice President Atiku Abubakar not to run for president in 2027 on the PDP platform. Speaking on Channels TV, Fayose said Atiku should support younger candidates instead.
8. Datti Baba-Ahmed says Tinubu won’t seek second term
Labour Party’s Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed has predicted that President Bola Tinubu will not run for re-election in 2027 if he is politically strategic. He made the claim during a televised interview, hinting at internal political calculations.
9. Lawyers demand Tinubu reveal Rivers emergency proclamation
The Association of Legislative Drafting and Advocacy Practitioners (ALDRAP) has given President Tinubu a seven-day ultimatum to release details of the emergency powers granted in Rivers State. They question the legal basis for local government appointments by a sole administrator.
10. Wike tells Fubara to apologise for Rivers crisis truce
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says peace can return to Rivers State if Governor Sim Fubara apologizes. Speaking in Abuja, Wike signaled a willingness to reconcile but stressed that an apology is a key condition for mending their political rift.
