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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 arrest of irregular migrants in Nasarawa, the Edo election tribunal verdict, rising insecurity in Otukpo, and Peter Obi’s criticism of Tinubu’s economic policies.
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1. Nigeria Immigration Service arrests 51 irregular migrants in Nasarawa
The Nigeria Immigration Service has apprehended 51 undocumented migrants in New Nyanya, Karu LGA of Nasarawa State. The individuals, reportedly from Mali, were picked up at various hideouts in the area, which is a suburb of the Federal Capital Territory.
2. DSS arrests two key suspects in killing of 16 Kano travelers
The Department of State Services has arrested two prime suspects linked to the brutal murder of 16 travelers from Kano in Uromi, Edo State. Security sources revealed that the suspects were captured following credible intelligence, while efforts continue to apprehend other accomplices.
3. Suspended Senator Natasha arrives homecoming rally by helicopter despite security concerns
Despite security warnings from the Kogi State government, suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan arrived at her homecoming rally in a helicopter. The state had earlier banned rallies and convoys, citing potential security threats.
4. Edo election tribunal set to deliver verdict on PDP’s petition
The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in Abuja is set to deliver its judgment today on the petition filed by the PDP and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, challenging the outcome of the September 21, 2024, gubernatorial election.
5. Angry residents protest rising kidnappings, killings in Otukpo
Residents of Otukpo, Benue State, took to the streets in large numbers to protest increasing cases of kidnappings and killings. The demonstrators blocked major roads, chanting and demanding urgent government intervention to address the worsening security situation.
6. Kogi government slams Natasha Akpoti’s allegations as false and reckless
The Kogi State government has dismissed allegations made by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan as “malicious and baseless.” The government also urged security agencies to monitor her actions, warning that she should be held responsible for any attempts to incite unrest.
7. Peter Obi criticizes Tinubu’s economic policies, calls Naira float ineffective
Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has accused President Tinubu’s administration of failing to implement effective economic policies. Speaking on Arise News, he criticized the decision to float the Naira without boosting productivity, calling it a misstep.
8. Family seeks help to find abducted five-year-old girl in Lagos
The family of five-year-old Memunah Abdulrahman has appealed for public assistance after she was kidnapped in Ejigbo, Lagos. The child was abducted on March 9 while returning home from an Islamic school with her sister.
9. Natasha Akpoti accuses INEC of aiding APC in recall petition
Suspended Kogi Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has alleged that INEC is assisting the APC in the petition for her recall. Speaking at her homecoming rally—held despite a state-imposed curfew—she claimed the electoral body was guiding her opponents.
10. Ebonyi governor orders arrest of six commissioners over housing contract breach
Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru has ordered the arrest of six commissioners over an alleged breach of contract for the construction of 140 housing units in Izzo and Amaze communities. The commissioners had earlier been declared wanted before their apprehension.
