Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top headlines making waves across Nigerian newspapers, including JAMB’s admission of errors in the 2025 UTME, the UK’s concern over Nigeria’s security crisis, and PDP’s internal leadership rift.
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1. JAMB blames human and tech errors for 2025 UTME glitches
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has admitted that a mix of human and technological errors affected the conduct of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). While assuring the public that the issues were not due to sabotage, the board emphasized its commitment to addressing the anomalies.
2. UK raises alarm over Nigeria’s worsening security crisis
The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, has voiced concern over Nigeria’s escalating insecurity, particularly in Plateau, Benue, and Borno states. Describing the situation as alarming, he linked the unrest to regional instability spilling over from neighboring countries.
3. PDP leaders set for key meeting amid national secretaryship rift
The National Working Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is expected to convene a critical meeting today to map out plans for its upcoming National Executive Committee (NEC) session. The meeting comes amid internal wrangling over the party’s national secretaryship.
4. Gowon urges Nigeria to shun military rule for good
Former Head of State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon, has cautioned against any return to military governance, insisting that democracy, despite its flaws, is the best path forward. He made the remark during the launch of a book marking the Historical Society of Nigeria’s 70th anniversary.
5. Zamfara rep recounts horror: ‘Bandits fed twins to dogs’
A member of the House of Representatives, Aminu Jaji, has painted a chilling picture of lawlessness in Zamfara, alleging that bandits once fed newborn twins to their dogs. Jaji made the claim while lamenting mass abductions and the breakdown of security in his constituency.
6. US deports six Nigerians over criminal offences
Six Nigerians have been deported from the United States over their involvement in various crimes. The deportation is part of a broader operation targeting over 3,000 Nigerians reportedly implicated in criminal activities across the US.
7. DSS denies keeping Nnamdi Kanu in solitary confinement
The Department of State Services (DSS) has dismissed allegations that IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, is being held in solitary confinement. The denial came during a court hearing in Abuja, where a DSS operative testified anonymously for security reasons.
8. Two feared dead in renewed Akwa Ibom-Cross River boundary clash
At least two people have been reported killed and several others missing after fresh violence erupted between Oku Iboku in Akwa Ibom and Ikot Offiong in Cross River. The May 13 attack targeted coastal dwellers, including fishermen and farmers.
9. Taraba lecturer found dead in suspected suicide case
Police in Taraba State are investigating the suspected suicide of a lecturer, Samson Philip, whose body was discovered at his home in Bete, Takum LGA. The 45-year-old taught at the Taraba State College of Health Technology before his death.
10. Ex-convict caught attempting robbery on Mile 2 Bridge
The Lagos State Police Command has arrested an ex-convict, Olayinka Oluwaseyi, for allegedly attempting a robbery on Mile 2 Bridge. The suspect was apprehended by officers from the Ketu Division, according to police spokesperson SP Benjamin Hundeyin.
