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 release of ex-NYSC DG after 56 days in captivity, a fresh petrol price hike by NNPC, and key political and security developments across the country.
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1. Ex-NYSC DG regains freedom after 56 days in captivity
Brigadier-General Maharazu Tsiga (rtd), former Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), has been released after spending 56 days in captivity. He was abducted on February 5, 2025, from his hometown in Bakori LGA, Katsina State.
2. Nigeria made a mistake tolerating Boko Haram – Plateau governor
Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has said Nigeria erred by allowing Boko Haram and other non-state actors to thrive. He called on leaders and stakeholders to ensure that security agencies remain the dominant force within the country’s borders.
3. One dead, three injured as rival gangs clash in Jos
A violent clash between rival groups known as Sara-Suka in the Yantifa community of Jos North LGA has left one person dead and three others injured. The assailants, wielding machetes, attacked each other, forcing residents to flee.
4. Ex-Labour Party guber candidate Edeoga rejoins PDP
Former Labour Party governorship candidate Chijioke Edeoga has returned to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). Welcomed by Governor Peter Mbah, Edeoga said his move reflects his belief that politics should not be a do-or-die affair.
5. Tinubu arrives in France for two-week working visit
President Bola Tinubu has arrived in Paris, France, for a two-week working visit. The trip is aimed at evaluating his administration’s progress and setting strategies as he approaches the second half of his tenure.
6. Edo tribunal upholds Okpebholo’s election as governor
The Edo Governorship Election Tribunal in Abuja has upheld the election of APC’s Monday Okpebholo. The three-member panel ruled unanimously that the September 21, 2024, election was valid and dismissed all challenges.
7. Lagos police uncover ‘Yahoo School,’ arrest fraud trainers
The Lagos State Police Command has discovered a cybercrime training center, known as a “Yahoo School,” in Iju. Four suspected fraud trainers, including two siblings, were arrested alongside six trainees.
8. NNPC raises petrol price to N925 per litre
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited has increased the pump price of petrol to N925 per litre in Lagos and N950 per litre in Abuja. The hike, effective April 2, 2025, follows an initial hesitation by the company.
9. APC chieftain insists Fubara, chief of staff linked to Rivers Assembly bombing
Rivers APC Chairman Tony Okocha has reaffirmed claims that suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his Chief of Staff, Edison Ehie, were behind the bombing of the state House of Assembly. He cited a statement by former Head of Service George Nwaeke as validation.
10. Ighodalo heads to Appeal Court over Edo tribunal ruling
PDP governorship candidate Asue Ighodalo has vowed to challenge the tribunal’s verdict upholding APC’s Okpebholo as Edo governor. He said the appeal aims to protect the rights of Edo people to freely determine their future.
