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Nigerian Newspaper Headlines today TuesdayÂ
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:
1. Court of Appeal Nullifies Election of Senator Elisha Abbo
The Court of Appeal in Abuja, on Monday, nullified the election of Senator Elisha Abbo, who represented Adamawa North Senatorial District. The appellate court declared the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Amos Yohanna, as the winner of the February 25 senatorial election.
2. President Bola Tinubu Swears in Three Additional Ministers
President Bola Tinubu administered the oath of office to three additional ministers, Jamila Bio Ibrahim, Ayodele Olawande, and Balarabe Lawal, on Monday. This ceremony took place at 12:15 pm at the Council Chamber of the State House before the start of the Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Tinubu.
3. FEC Proposes N26.01 Trillion for 2024 Budget
The Federal Executive Council (FEC) proposed a budget of N26.01 trillion for the year 2024. This projection is based on a crude oil price of $73.96 and an exchange rate of $700. The bill for the budget will soon be sent to the National Assembly.
4. FCT Minister Nyesom Wike on Nigeria’s Major Problem
Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, addressed Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) workers who expressed their appreciation for reforms. Minister Wike stated that Nigeria’s major problem lies in the attitude of those in positions of power, not the institutions.
5. Elisha Abbo Alleges Senate President’s Involvement in His Removal
Elisha Abbo, the former Senator of Adamawa North, claimed that Senate President Godswill Akpabio was involved in the court ruling that removed him from office. Abbo further alleged that four other senators who opposed Akpabio’s emergence as Senate President were targeted for removal.
6. Protest at NIPOST Head Office Over CEO’s Appointment
Workers of the Nigerian Postal Service (NIPOST) protested against the appointment of Tola Odeyemi as Chief Executive Officer/Post Master General. They denied entry to the newly appointed CEO, arguing that her appointment went against their wishes.
7. Trial of Senator Stella Adaeze Oduah and CCECC to Begin
The federal government will initiate a full-blown trial of former Minister of Aviation, Senator Stella Adaeze Oduah, and China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) at a Federal High Court in Abuja. They will face prosecution for alleged fraud, money laundering, and bribery totaling N7.9 billion.
8. U.S. President Joe Biden’s Solidarity Visit to Israel
United States President Joe Biden is scheduled to pay a solidarity visit to Israel following Hamas attacks. Secretary of State Antony Blinken also announced that Israel agreed to work on civilian aid for Gaza. Biden’s itinerary includes meetings with the Jordanian King Abdullah II, Palestinian leader Mahmud Abbas, and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi during his visit to Jordan.
9. Lagos State Governor Warns Against Use of Blue Rail Line Tracks
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, warned the public that the Blue Rail Line tracks are not a marketplace. This announcement comes as the Blue Line Rail resumed operation, which was previously suspended over the weekend.
10. Arrest of Microfinance Bank Credit Officer
The Ogun State Police Command arrested a credit officer of a microfinance bank, Esther Hamidu, for allegedly fleeing with customers’ contributions amounting to N1.97 million. Hamidu reportedly absconded with the daily contributions of the bank’s customers spanning between March and December 2022.
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