Nigerian Newspapers Headlines for today.
Nigerian Newspaper Headlines for Wednesday, 11th October 2023
Fuel Price Debate: Oil marketers have strongly countered the Federal Government’s position, insisting that the current pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petrol, should not be less than N800 per litre if there is no subsidy on the commodity. They criticized the NNPC boss for denying subsidy on PMS, explaining the reasons behind the return of the subsidy.
Major General Sentenced: A Nigerian Army special court martial sitting in Abuja convicted a former Group Managing Director of the Nigerian Army Properties Limited, Maj. Gen. Umaru Mohammed, and sentenced him to seven years imprisonment. The court also ordered him to pay back a significant sum of money to the Army properties and NAPL.
Voter Registration: The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that over 5.4 million voters have registered to cast their ballots in the upcoming governorship elections on November 11 in Kogi, Imo, and Bayelsa states.
Anambra Governor’s Aspiration: Governor of Anambra State, Professor Charles Soludo, reiterated his party’s commitment to reclaim Imo State in the upcoming governorship election.
Atiku’s SSCE Clarification: Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 elections, Atiku Abubakar, clarified that he used the name ‘Sadiq Abubakar’ for his final Senior School Certificate Examinations (SSCE) and addressed alleged discrepancies in his credentials.
Israeli Ambassador’s Assurance: Israeli Ambassador to Nigeria, Michael Freeman, assured the safety of Nigerians and citizens of other countries in Nigeria despite recent events.
New Road Construction Method: Works Minister Dave Umahi announced that Federal Government roads will now be constructed with concrete instead of asphalt, following approval by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
Flood Crisis Response: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed immediate measures to mitigate the impact of an impending flood crisis across the country. Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has been appointed as the committee chairman.
Nasarawa State University Abduction: Four students of Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), were kidnapped by armed men. The Students’ Union Government chairman has urged students to remain calm as efforts are underway to secure their release.
Alleged Sexual Assault: A 38-year-old man, Afeez Gbadamosi, was arraigned before the Ikeja Sexual Offences and Domestic Violence court by the Lagos State Government for allegedly sexually molesting his two underage sons, aged three and seven. Gbadamosi is facing multiple counts of sexual assault and indecent behavior charges.
These are the top stories making headlines in Nigerian newspapers this Wednesday morning. Stay informed and stay safe
