Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay updated with the top stories across Nigeria, including a fire outbreak at Fresh FM Ibadan, a drop in inflation to 21.88%, protests over rising kidnappings in Ondo, and the Federal Government’s plan to roll out interest-free loans for farmers and small businesses.
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1. Fire Disrupts Operations at Fresh FM Ibadan
A late-night fire broke out at Fresh FM in Ibadan’s Felele area, Oyo State, on Friday, halting broadcasting activities and disrupting related operations at the popular radio station.
2. Inflation Drops to 21.88% in July, Says NBS
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) announced that Nigeria’s inflation rate fell to 21.88% in July 2025, down from 22.22% in June. The decline was driven by reduced food, transport, and other consumer costs.
3. FG Rejects Canada’s Terror Tag on Nigerian Parties
The Federal Government has condemned a Canadian Federal Court ruling that designated some Nigerian political parties as terrorist groups, calling it reckless and unacceptable. The case stemmed from a refugee claim by a Nigerian national in Canada.
4. Protests Erupt in Ondo Over Rising Kidnappings
Youths in Ayede Ogbese, Ondo State, staged protests on Friday against increasing kidnappings, following the killing of a businessman and abduction of a woman in the community within 24 hours.
5. Lawyer Sues FG, NCAA Over Aviation Disputes, Seeks N500bn
Human rights lawyer Ayodele Ademiluyi has filed a N500 billion lawsuit against the Federal Government, NCAA, and others, alleging unlawful handling of aviation incidents involving musician KWAM 1 and passenger Comfort Emmanson.
6. Faulty Door Forces British Airways to Deny Boarding to 58 Passengers
British Airways barred 58 passengers from its Abuja-London flight on Friday due to a faulty aircraft door, which made it unsafe to occupy all seats. The NCAA confirmed the precautionary measure.
7. Lagos Police Smash Child Trafficking Ring, Rescue 11 Victims
The Lagos State Police Command dismantled a cross-border child trafficking network transporting girls to Ghana for prostitution. Eleven victims were rescued and four suspects arrested during the operation.
8. Labour Party Caucus Warns Against Use of Touts in Anambra Elections
Anambra Labour Party lawmakers at the National Assembly raised concerns about alleged plans by Governor Chukwuma Soludo to deploy non-state security personnel during Saturday’s bye-elections in the state.
9. FG to Roll Out Interest-Free Loans for Farmers, Small Businesses
The Federal Government will begin disbursing zero-interest loans to smallholder farmers and business owners before the end of 2025, according to Hamza Ibrahim Baba, National Programme Manager of GEEP.
10. Veteran Nollywood Actor Chief Kanran Dies at 70
Renowned Nollywood actor Olusegun Akinremi, popularly known as Chief Kanran, passed away at 70. His death was confirmed on Friday by film executive Seun Oloketuyi in a social media post.
