Nigerian Newspapers Headlines for today.
Nigerian Newspaper Headlines for Tuesday, 10th October 2023
Good morning Nigeria! Here are the top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Tuesday, 10th October 2023.
1. Tinubu Appoints Fela Durotoye, Nwabufo, Others As Media Aides
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of several Nigerians into the Media and Publicity Directorate in the Office of the President.
In a statement, the presidential spokesman, Ajuri Ngelale, emphasized the adherence to Nigeria’s Federal Character Principle and the Supremacy of Merit in the appointments.
Fela Durotoye was appointed as the Senior Special Assistant to the President on National Values and Social Justice, among others.
2. Kyari Meets Tinubu In Aso Rock, Denies Fuel Subsidy Return
Mele Kyari, GCEO of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), has denied claims of the government returning fuel subsidy.
Kyari stated that there is no fuel subsidy and the policy has not been reintroduced, emphasizing that the oil company is recovering its full costs from imported products.
3. FG To Commence Home Delivery Of Nigerian Passports In February 2024
The Federal Government plans to commence home delivery of Nigerian passports to applicants starting February 2024.
Nigerians will no longer need to queue at immigration offices as passports will be delivered to homes, offices, and other locations.
The application process will also be available online by January next year.
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4. Wike Slams EU Over Report On 2023 Presidential Election
Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, criticized the European Union (EU) over its report on the 2023 presidential election.
Wike claimed the report did not accurately represent the last election, especially in Rivers State, and accused the EU of creating a wrong impression on the electorate.
He emphasized that Nigerian laws differ from those of the EU due to different environments.
5. Bolanle Raheem: Police Officer Drambi Vandi Sentenced To Death By Hanging
Assistant Superintendent of Police Drambi Vandi has been sentenced to death by hanging for the death of Lagos lawyer Bolanle Raheem.
Raheem was killed under questionable circumstances in the Ajah area of Lagos State on Christmas day last year.
Justice Ibironke Harrison found the police officer guilty of murder, stating that the case had been proven beyond reasonable doubt.
6. ‘Even 1,000 Of Them Can’t Save You’ – Atiku Slams Tinubu Over Appointment Of New Media Aides
Atiku Abubakar suggested that President Bola Tinubu’s appointment of media aides is an attempt to push propaganda and improve his reputation.
Atiku emphasized that not even a thousand media aides can save Tinubu’s reputation, which he claimed is currently beset by scandals.
7. CBN Denies Viral Report On eNaira
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has denied reports claiming that the country’s digital currency, eNaira, poses a threat to financial stability.
The CBN clarified that eNaira is not a threat to financial stability and addressed misconceptions regarding its impact.
8. Tinubu Receives Briefing From Akume After Allegations Of ‘Disappearing’
President Bola Tinubu was photographed receiving briefings from the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume.
The pictures were released following concerns raised about Tinubu’s whereabouts, indicating that he is actively involved in presidential duties.
9. I Never Said We Should Use Children To Produce Toothpick – Uju Kennedy
Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy, denied advocating for child labor in toothpick production, emphasizing her commitment to empowering school girls.
Kennedy clarified that she never suggested using children for toothpick production, addressing reports to the contrary.
10. ‘I’m Still Around And Well’ – Yakubu Gowon Denies Death Rumours
Former Military Head of State, Yakubu Gowon, denied rumors of his death, stating that he is alive, well, and not in a hurry to die.
- Gowon urged the public to disregard the false reports of his passing.
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