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 Army’s confirmation of four soldiers killed in the Ngamdu attack, Super Eagles’ 2–1 victory over Lesotho, the Naira’s continued appreciation in the forex market, and Kaduna police rescuing nine kidnapped victims after months in captivity.
READ ALSO: Nigerian Newspapers: Top 10 Stories to Start Your Friday Morning
1. Army confirms four soldiers killed in Ngamdu insurgent attack
The Nigerian Army has confirmed the death of four soldiers following an insurgent attack on the Ngamdu Super Camp along the Damaturu–Maiduguri highway. Troops reportedly repelled the assault after intense gunfire, according to Lt. Col. Sani Uba.
2. Super Eagles edge Lesotho 2–1 in World Cup qualifier
Nigeria’s Super Eagles defeated Lesotho 2–1 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, with goals from Captain Troost-Ekong and debutant Akor Adams securing victory for the team.
3. PDP governors Mbah, Diri reportedly set to join APC
Reports indicate that Enugu State Governor Peter Mbah and Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri are preparing to defect from the Peoples Democratic Party to the ruling All Progressives Congress next week.
4. Naira strengthens further in parallel market
The Naira appreciated to N1,480 per dollar in the parallel market and N1,458 in the official market, continuing its upward trend amid increased forex supply.
5. Kaduna police rescue nine kidnapped victims after months in captivity
The Kaduna Police Command has rescued nine victims, including women and children, who were abducted months ago in Kagarko LGA. The operation was a joint effort by police, DSS, and military forces.
6. Suswam dismisses rumours of defection to APC
Former Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam has denied reports claiming he plans to defect to the APC, describing them as false and politically motivated.
7. PDP urges Senate to scrutinize Amupitan’s INEC nomination
The Peoples Democratic Party has called on the Senate to conduct a thorough screening of Prof. Joash Amupitan, President Tinubu’s nominee for INEC Chairman, to ensure credibility and strengthen public trust in the electoral process.
8. Katsina police arrest 168 suspects for various crimes in September
The Katsina State Police Command announced the arrest of 168 suspects linked to 105 criminal cases, highlighting its ongoing efforts to curb crime across the state.
9. Man remanded for allegedly raping, killing grandmother in Ondo
An Ondo State Magistrate Court has ordered the remand of Ahmed Toheed, accused of raping and killing his grandmother, Mulikat Sanni, in Ore community.
10. Air Force probes accidental strike on gin distillery in Rivers
The Nigerian Air Force has launched an investigation after reports suggested one of its airstrikes targeting illegal refineries in Rivers State may have mistakenly hit a local gin distillery.
