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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 the abduction of an APC official, El-Rufai’s claims of a political plot against him, Adesina’s hint at a 2027 presidential bid, and the suspension of a PDP BoT chairman.
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1. APC official’s abductors demand N350m ransom
The kidnappers of Dr. Adekunle Raif Adeniji, the Director of Administration at APC’s National Secretariat, have demanded a N350 million ransom for his release. His family has been contacted, with the abductors insisting on full payment before setting him free.
2. El-Rufai alleges plot to arrest and detain him
Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has accused his political opponents of planning to arrest, detain, and torture him in a National Security Adviser’s office. He, however, vowed not to be intimidated by such threats.
3. AfDB President Adesina hints at 2027 presidential run
Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank, has suggested he may consider running for Nigeria’s presidency in 2027. Speaking on Tuesday, he stated he would be open to serving the country after completing his tenure at AfDB.
4. Customs suspends 4% Free-on-Board charge on imports
The Nigeria Customs Service has announced the suspension of the 4% Free-on-Board charge on imports. This follows consultations with the Minister of Finance, Olawale Edun, and other stakeholders over economic concerns.
5. IGP apologizes to Senate over audit query snub
Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun has apologized to the Senate Public Accounts Committee for failing to respond to multiple invitations over audit queries. He explained that his absence was due to the heavy demands of his office.
6. PDP lawmaker Amos Magaji defects to APC
House of Representatives member Amos Gwamna Magaji has defected from the PDP to the APC. Representing Jaba/Zango Kataf Federal Constituency in Kaduna, Magaji cited unresolved crises within the PDP as his reason for leaving.
7. Police officer remanded for defiling 17-year-old girl
A police officer accused of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl at the Ogudu Area Command has been arraigned in court. He was remanded in Kirikiri Correctional Facility, with the case adjourned until March 11.
8. NLC unveils CNG buses for workers in North-Central
The Nigeria Labour Congress has launched 10 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses in Lokoja, provided by the Federal Government. NLC President Joe Ajaero expressed hope that the initiative would ease transportation for workers.
9. PDP suspends BoT chairman Adolphus Wabara in Abia
The Abia State chapter of the PDP has suspended the party’s Board of Trustees Chairman, Senator Adolphus Wabara, over alleged anti-party activities. Wabara reportedly suggested that Governor Alex Otti of the Labour Party had secured a second term.
10. House of Reps moves to halt telecom tariff hike
The House of Representatives has urged the Minister of Communications and the NCC to suspend the proposed hike in telecom tariffs. Lawmakers argue that services must improve before any price increase, as subscribers already face rising costs.
