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Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top headlines making waves across Nigeria, including fresh allegations against Rivers Governor Fubara, a drop in inflation, Dangote’s accusation against Amosun, and a major crackdown on land defaulters in Abuja.
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1. Rivers lawmakers accuse Fubara, deputy of gross misconduct
Twenty-seven lawmakers in Rivers State have leveled allegations of gross misconduct against Governor Siminalayi Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu. They listed 19 constitutional infractions, intensifying the ongoing political crisis in the state.
2. Nigeria’s inflation drops to 23.18% as food prices fall
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) reports that Nigeria’s inflation rate declined from 24.48% in January to 23.18% in February. The drop is attributed to lower food prices and reduced logistics costs.
3. APC slams El-Rufai over criticism of Tinubu’s government
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai for his remarks against President Bola Tinubu and the party. APC spokesperson Felix Morka accused El-Rufai of attempting to undermine the government.
4. Dangote accuses Amosun of demolishing Ogun cement plant
Aliko Dangote has accused former Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosun of demolishing his cement plant project twice. The facility, located in Itori, Ewekoro LGA, is expected to be completed by November 2026.
5. Wike revokes 4,794 land titles over unpaid ground rent
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has revoked 4,794 land titles due to non-payment of ground rent for over 40 years. Thousands of property owners in Abuja’s prime areas are affected by the crackdown.
6. Tinubu appoints Bishop Kukah as pro-chancellor of Kaduna university
President Bola Tinubu has named Catholic Bishop Matthew Kukah as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State.
7. Lagos APC, PDP clash over Jandor’s defection to ruling party
The Lagos chapters of the APC and PDP have traded words over the defection of PDP’s 2023 governorship candidate, Jandor, to the APC. While the PDP downplayed his exit, the APC welcomed him as a valuable addition.
8. SGF distances self from corruption probe of personal aide
Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, has denied involvement in the EFCC’s investigation of his personal assistant, Andrew Uchi. Uchi is being detained over allegations of bribery and money laundering totaling N10 billion.
9. Four dead as rival cult groups clash in Ogun State
A violent clash between the Eiye and Aye confraternities in Ogun State has left four people dead. The rival cult groups engaged in simultaneous attacks and reprisals across multiple areas, sparking concerns over rising gang violence.
10. Delta police arrest gunrunner transporting weapons from Kaduna
Delta State Police have arrested a suspected gunrunner transporting seven pump-action rifles and ammunition from Kaduna. The suspect was intercepted along the Benin-Asaba Expressway, with authorities intensifying investigations.
