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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 Presidency’s response to Ndume’s claims on appointments, fresh warnings over ransom payments, and heavy rainfall alerts in six states.
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1. Presidency slams Ndume over claims of lopsided appointments
The Presidency has strongly refuted Senator Ali Ndume’s allegations of biased federal appointments under President Tinubu. Presidential aide Bayo Onanuga described the claims as misleading and hypocritical, stating the senator is known for sensationalism and ignoring verified facts.
2. NiMet forecasts heavy rainfall in six states
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a weather alert predicting moderate to heavy rainfall in six southern states—Cross River, Akwa Ibom, Edo, Bayelsa, Delta, and Ogun—between April 9 and 11. Residents have been advised to take precautions against flooding.
3. APC chieftain warns Atiku, El-Rufai against 2027 coalition
APC’s National Vice Chairman for the North West, Garba Muhammad, has cautioned former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and ex-Kaduna governor Nasir El-Rufai against forming a coalition ahead of the 2027 elections. He urged them to avoid political missteps driven by ambition.
4. NSA warns against ransom payments as 60 captives regain freedom
National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu has reiterated the government’s stance against paying ransom to kidnappers. He made the call while receiving over 60 individuals recently rescued after weeks in captivity, following military operations in Kaduna State.
5. Zulum raises alarm over terrorist resurgence in Borno
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has expressed concern over increasing terrorist activity in the state. At a security meeting in Maiduguri, he warned that insurgents may be regaining lost ground and called for a united front among traditional and security stakeholders.
6. Bandits kill two, abduct 60 in Zamfara retaliatory attacks
Armed bandits have killed two residents and abducted over 60 others in coordinated attacks on Tsafe LGA of Zamfara State. Locals believe the assault was in retaliation for recent security operations that eliminated some of the criminals’ leaders.
7. PDP governors sue Tinubu over Rivers emergency declaration
Eleven governors from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have taken President Tinubu to the Supreme Court, challenging his authority to suspend elected state structures and impose emergency rule in Rivers State, calling it a breach of constitutional order.
8. NSCDC uncovers illegal oil tapping valves in Abia creeks
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has discovered illegally connected valves used to siphon crude oil from pipelines in Umuoelechi creeks, Abia State. The agency uncovered the setup during a routine surveillance operation in the oil-rich area.
9. Tinubu, Obasanjo, Obi mourn Pascal Dozie
President Tinubu, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, and Labour Party’s Peter Obi have paid tribute to the late Dr. Pascal Dozie, who passed away at 85. Dozie was a respected banker, entrepreneur, and elder statesman known for his contributions to Nigeria’s economy.
10. Police hunt killers of three farmers in Ondo
The Ondo State Police Command has launched an investigation into the murder of three farmers in Ajagbusi, Akure North LGA. Spokesperson DSP Ayanlade Olushola confirmed the deployment of officers to track down those responsible for the brutal attack.
