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 Tinubu’s call for Wike to join APC, Peter Obi’s criticism of ICC renovation, and rising insecurity in Plateau State.
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1. Tinubu says APC ready to welcome Wike into party
President Bola Tinubu has stated that the All Progressives Congress (APC) is open to receiving FCT Minister Nyesom Wike into its fold. He made the declaration during the commissioning of Arterial Road N16 and other roads in Abuja’s Katampe District.
2. FG unveils Democracy Day programme, Tinubu to address nation
The Federal Government has released the official lineup of events for the 2025 Democracy Day celebration. According to the Inter-Ministerial Committee, President Tinubu is expected to deliver a national broadcast at 7:00 a.m. today.
3. National Assembly plans to extend 2024 capital budget lifespan
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele revealed on Wednesday that the lifespan of the capital expenditure portion of the 2024 national budget may be extended. He said the move is necessary to ensure full implementation of key projects.
4. Oshiomhole denies disrupting Air Peace flight, blames airline for extortion
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has denied claims by Air Peace that he disrupted their flight operations. He explained that his actions at the Lagos airport were in defense of passengers allegedly extorted due to a sudden change in check-in closure time.
5. Peter Obi faults Tinubu over ICC renovation amid rising poverty
Labour Party’s Peter Obi has criticized the renovation of the International Conference Centre (ICC) by the Tinubu administration. He described it as a misplaced priority, claiming the government is favouring the wealthy while ordinary Nigerians suffer.
6. Plateau attacks leave 15 dead in fresh wave of violence
At least 15 people were killed in separate attacks across communities in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State. The LGA chairman, Emmanuel Bala, confirmed that the violence hit Bwai and Chinchim districts, with casualties recorded on Tuesday night.
7. Tinubu cancels Democracy Day broadcast, defies tradition
President Bola Tinubu has cancelled the planned nationwide broadcast to mark Democracy Day, breaking from the usual practice. This comes after the Inter-Ministerial Committee had earlier announced the broadcast as part of official activities.
8. Benue police arrest 42 suspected bandits, herders in fresh crackdown
Benue State Police Command says 42 suspected armed herders and bandits have been arrested for various criminal acts. Commissioner Ifeanyi Emenari confirmed that most of the suspects had already been charged to court within the past month.
9. Five dead, nine injured in Lagos-Ibadan expressway crashes
Tragedy struck along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Wednesday as five people lost their lives in multiple road accidents. Nine others sustained injuries, according to a statement by FRSC spokesperson Florence Okpe in Abeokuta.
10. Fire guts Lagos fuel station in Ifako-Ijaiye
A petrol station on Old Akute Road in Obawole, Iju Ishaga area of Lagos State, was engulfed by fire on Wednesday. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the incident but did not report any casualties.
