Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with top headlines across Nigeria, including FEC’s seven-year freeze on new tertiary institutions, Tinubu’s upcoming trip to Japan and Brazil, and DSS arrest of a terrorist kingpin.
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1. FG Halts Creation of New Federal Tertiary Institutions for Seven Years
The Federal Executive Council has approved a seven-year freeze on establishing new federal universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. The move aims to consolidate and improve existing institutions before expanding the network of higher education facilities.
2. Tinubu Embarks on Japan and Brazil Trip with UAE Stopover
President Bola Tinubu will travel to Japan and Brazil starting Thursday, with a brief stop in Dubai, UAE. According to presidential aide Bayo Onanuga, the visit will focus on strengthening diplomatic and economic ties with both nations.
3. Kano Assembly Suspends Rano Council Chairman Over Misconduct Claims
The Kano State House of Assembly has suspended Muhammad Nazir Yau, chairman of Rano Local Government, for three months. The decision follows allegations from councillors of misconduct, abuse of office, and misappropriation of funds.
4. Obasanjo Library Seeks N2.5bn Damages from EFCC Over Raid
The Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library in Abeokuta is demanding N2.5 billion in compensation from the EFCC after its August 10 raid. Management claims the operation damaged the former president’s reputation, business interests, and financial standing.
5. FG Cuts KWAM 1’s Flight Ban from Six Months to One
The federal government has reduced Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde’s six-month domestic flight ban to one month. The sanction followed allegations of misconduct at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport.
6. DSS Captures Leader of Mahmuda Terrorist Group in Niger State
The Department of State Services has arrested Abubakar Abba, suspected leader of the Mahmuda terrorist group, which has carried out attacks in Niger and Kwara states in recent months.
7. Imo Pastor Arrested for Alleged Rape of 20-Year-Old Woman
Police in Imo State have detained Pastor Ikenna Emmanuel for allegedly raping a young woman in Orlu. Authorities say he acted with an accomplice, Franklin Chizoba, who has also been arrested.
8. Tinubu Orders Overhaul of Revenue Practices in Key Agencies
President Tinubu has directed a review of revenue deductions and retention policies in agencies like the FIRS, Customs, NIMASA, and NNPC Ltd. The goal is to boost public savings and enhance spending efficiency.
9. Imo Man Kills Father Over Land Sale Dispute
A 39-year-old man, Ifeanyi Odinka, has been arrested in Orlu, Imo State, for allegedly stabbing his 75-year-old father to death during an argument over proceeds from a land sale.
10. JAMB to Screen Over 500 Exceptional Underage Candidates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board will assess more than 500 candidates under 16 years old for 2025/2026 tertiary admissions. The screening, scheduled for September 22–26, will be handled by a special technical committee.
