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 deployment of special forces to Benue, a N2 billion bail granted to ex-CBN governor Emefiele, and tragic killings in Enugu and Edo.
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1. Special forces deployed to Benue to tackle killings
A combined team of military, police, and intelligence operatives has arrived in Benue State to combat the ongoing wave of terrorist attacks and killings. The deployment follows a presidential directive aimed at restoring peace across the state’s troubled local government areas.
2. Court grants Emefiele N2bn bail over alleged fraud
Former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, was granted bail worth N2 billion by an FCT High Court after being arraigned on eight charges, including illegal property acquisition and managing billions through proxy accounts.
3. EFCC arraigns Precious Williams over N13.8bn fraud
The EFCC has arraigned Precious Williams, head of Glossalalia Nigeria Ltd and Pelenged Nigeria Ltd, on a 14-count charge involving conspiracy, money laundering, and obtaining N13.8 billion under false pretenses.
4. Tinubu shifts Kaduna visit, heads to Benue over violence
President Bola Tinubu has cancelled a planned trip to Kaduna, choosing instead to visit Benue State to meet with local stakeholders in an urgent push to end the violent crisis plaguing the region.
5. CDS alleges insider support for Benue attacks
General Christopher Musa, Chief of Defence Staff, has raised concerns about possible insider involvement in Benue’s ongoing violence. He said intelligence suggests local informants may be aiding the attackers.
6. Five farm workers kill employer after N900k pineapple sale
Police in Edo State have launched a manhunt for five farm workers accused of murdering their employer, Henry Oyagbomwan, after he sold pineapples worth N900,000. His body was found buried in a shallow grave.
7. Suspected herdsmen kill 10 in Enugu, dropped by helicopter
Over 10 villagers were killed in Eha-Amufu, Enugu State, in an attack allegedly carried out by Fulani herdsmen. Locals claim the attackers were flown in by helicopter before launching their assault.
8. Oil marketers warn Dangote’s direct fuel sales may cause job loss
Petroleum outlet owners have expressed fears that Dangote Refinery’s plan to directly distribute petrol and diesel may lead to job losses and create a monopoly, sidelining existing marketers.
9. 10-year-old accidentally kills father with AK-47 in Anambra
A police inspector in Anambra State was fatally shot by his 10-year-old son, who accidentally discharged his service rifle at home. The officer’s second son was also injured in the incident.
10. Court declines FG’s bid to arrest Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan
A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed the government’s application for an arrest warrant against suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan after she failed to appear in a defamation case.
