Nigerian Newspapers Summary
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Daily News 24. Stay informed with the top stories making waves across Nigeria, including Tinubu’s endorsement of Wike’s efforts in Abuja, Peter Obi’s outcry over rising insecurity, and a major cybercrime conviction involving Chinese nationals.
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1. Tinubu urges Wike to ignore detractors during ICC inauguration
President Bola Tinubu has encouraged FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to disregard critics and remain focused on his duties. The president gave this advice on Tuesday while inaugurating the newly rehabilitated International Conference Centre in Abuja.
2. Rivers APC says Fubara’s political sins remain unforgiven
The Rivers State APC has stated that suspended Governor Siminalayi Fubara cannot be absolved of his political “sins” even if he defects to their party. This position was declared by the party’s caretaker chairman, Tony Okocha, during a press briefing in Abuja.
3. Peter Obi laments insecurity, calls Nigeria a ‘crime scene’
Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has raised alarm over rising insecurity and economic hardship. Speaking at a book launch in Abuja, Obi said Nigerians now live like refugees in their own country despite the absence of war.
4. Nine Chinese nationals jailed for cybercrime in Lagos
A Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, has sentenced nine Chinese citizens to one year in prison for cybercrime. The convicts were found guilty of internet fraud and terrorism-related activities following charges filed by the EFCC in February 2025.
5. Wike renames Abuja’s ICC after President Tinubu
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has renamed the Abuja International Conference Centre to honour President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The announcement was made during the centre’s formal reopening on Tuesday.
6. Only political coalition can defeat Tinubu in 2027 — Dele Momodu
PDP chieftain and former presidential aspirant, Dele Momodu, has asserted that unseating President Tinubu in 2027 will require a coalition of opposition parties. He made this claim while speaking on a live programme in Ibadan.
7. Labour Party blames Obi, Otti for internal leadership crisis
The Julius Abure-led Labour Party has accused its former presidential flagbearer, Peter Obi, and Abia Governor Alex Otti of fueling leadership divisions within the party. The accusation highlights growing tensions among top LP figures.
8. Lagos PDP denies collapse after top defections to APC
The Lagos State PDP has insisted its structure remains solid despite the defection of its former publicity secretary, Hakeem Amode, and others to the APC. The party emphasized that the exit of a few individuals does not signal its downfall.
9. Naira rebounds sharply in FX markets after Eid break
Nigeria’s currency recorded significant gains against the US dollar in both official and black markets as trading resumed after the Eid-Al-Adha holiday. The strong rebound offers temporary relief amid ongoing economic pressure.
10. Zulum urges nationwide action on climate change
Borno Governor Babagana Zulum has called for collective action to tackle climate change impacts. During a condolence visit to Niger State over recent floods, he emphasized the urgency of coordinated environmental policies.
