Top Nigerian Newspapers Headlines Today for Tuesday, August 29, 2023.
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Welcome to the daily news roundup, providing you with a concise overview of the top stories making waves across Nigeria. Here are today’s key headlines:
1. Edo State Government Disbands Deputy Governor’s Media Crew
In a surprising move, the Edo State Government has disbanded the media crew attached to the Office of the Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu. According to a statement issued by Chris Nehikhare, the State’s Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Deputy Governor Shaibu has been directed to seek media coverage for his activities from the Ministry of Communication and Orientation.
2. Altercation Over Electricity Bill Results in Gruesome Attack
A heated argument over an unpaid electricity bill took a violent turn on Oremeta Street in the Igode area of Ogun State. OpeOluwa Agoro, a 39-year-old female tenant, allegedly bit off her neighbor Oloruntofunmi Folorunso’s right ear during the dispute. The incident occurred after the electricity distribution company disconnected power to the house shared by the two tenants.
3. Flooding Alert for Frontline States Along River Benue
The Federal Government has issued a flood warning for states located along the path of the River Benue. The potential flooding is attributed to the opening of the Lagdo Dam in Cameroon. Dr. Betta Edu, the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, conveyed this information during a press briefing in Abuja.
4. President Tinubu Urges Economic Revival Efforts
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Federal Executive Council (FEC) to prioritize initiatives aimed at rejuvenating the economy. While addressing the cabinet during the maiden federal cabinet meeting presided over by him, President Tinubu emphasized the need to enhance the well-being of the populace through effective economic revival strategies.
5. Opposition Party Expresses Concerns Over National Hardship
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has raised an alarm about the escalating hardships faced by Nigerians. In a statement by Debo Ologunagba, the National Publicity Secretary of the party, the PDP attributed the mounting challenges to the policies of President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC), cautioning that the nation is teetering on the brink under their leadership.
6. Stricter Measures for Government Officials Attending UN General Assembly
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has introduced new measures for government officials planning to attend the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Officials must now provide proof of direct participation in the UNGA’s official schedule of activities before the Federal Ministry of Foreign Affairs will process their visa applications. This directive was communicated by the President’s spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale.
7. Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore Aims to Address Injustice
Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, the Fulani socio-cultural association, has announced its determination to confront the perceived injustices faced by its members across Nigeria. To achieve this, the organization has established a 55-member legal committee tasked with assessing cases against its members nationwide and seeking legal remedies.
8. Kwara State Police Commissioner Declares Controversial Cleric a Wanted Terrorist
Salam Ayodeji, a controversial Muslim cleric accused of making threats against traditionalists in Ilorin, has been declared a terrorist by the Kwara State Police Commissioner, Ebunoluwarotimi Adelesi. The Commissioner has given Ayodeji’s family three days to produce him, while the police command has initiated a manhunt for his arrest.
9. Troops Liberate Hostages from Boko Haram Enclaves
Troops from the 144 Battalion have successfully rescued 25 hostages who were held captive by Boko Haram terrorists in Borno and adjacent states. In a collaborative operation with the Hybrid Force, the troops freed 14 hostages during a clearance mission in Gobara village, Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
10. Food Theft in Bayelsa State Government Warehouse
A warehouse in Yenagoa, the capital of Bayelsa State, which stored foodstuffs and relief materials, was raided by residents. The stolen items included bags of rice, garri, and cartons of noodles, all of which were part of relief materials donated during the 2022 flood disaster in the State.
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