All Nigerian Newspapers Daily Highlights

06/04/2026

Since the signing of the NGN3.3 trillion legacy debt for ELECTRICITY GENERATING COMPANIES (GENCOS) by President Tinibu yesterday, electricity supply has improved in my area since yesterday night. What about your area?
https://dailypost.ng/2026/04/05/power-crisis-gencos-kick-as-tinubu-approves-n3-3tn-to-clear-legacy-debt/

22/03/2026

FG To Scrap Common Entrance Exam For Students, Announce Replacement
https://verilynews.com/fg-to-scrap-common-entrance/

FG Takes Action Over Ra**ng Festival In Delta
https://verilynews.com/fg-takes-action-over-raping-festival-in-delta/

Ekweremadu Set To Return To Nigeria
https://verilynews.com/ekweremadu-set-to-return-to-nigeria/

The Federal Government has announced plans to phase out the common entrance examination for pupils moving from primary school to junior secondary school,

07/08/2025

1. Two Ghanaian ministers, six others killed in helicopter crash
By: Beloved John

PREMIUM TIMES
A helicopter crash in Ghana killed all eight people on board, including two government ministers.
The officials who were victims of the crash are the country’s Defence Minister, Edward Boamah, and the Environment Minister, Ibrahim Muhammed
PREMIUM TIMES reports that the Chief of Staff to Ghanaian President John Mahama said in a statement that the crash occurred on Wednesday in the southern Ashanti region of the country.

2. Foreign investors sell off N576bn Nigerian stocks in six months
By: Sami Tunji and Oluwakemi Abimbola
PUNCH

Foreign investors sold off equities worth N576.09bn on the Nigerian Exchange between January and June 2025, representing an 84.97 per cent increase from the N311.41bn withdrawn in the same period of 2024.
The outflows exceeded foreign inflows, which stood at N559.25bn, resulting in a net negative foreign portfolio position of N16.84bn over the six months.

3. India to offer gun licences in volatile Bangladesh border areas
PUNCH

India’s Assam state, bordering Muslim-majority Bangladesh, is to issue gun licences to “indigenous” residents, its Hindu nationalist leader has announced, a move raising concerns among the state’s Muslims.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has previously warned that the Assamese-speaking population “face the threat of attacks from the Bangladesh side, and even in their villages”.

4. WAEC faces fresh criticism after result portal went down
VANGUARD

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has come under intense criticism following the sudden shutdown of its result checker portal on Wednesday evening due to “technical issues.”
The development, announced via WAEC’s official X handle, , sparked widespread backlash as many Nigerians continued to express discontent over the poor performance recorded in the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), particularly in the English Language.

5. Police discover explosives, recover arms in Kaduna scavenger facility
By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo
VANGUARD

The Kaduna State Police Command has uncovered a cache of military-grade explosives and assorted ammunition at a scavenger’s facility in the Kudandan Industrial Area of Kaduna South Local Government Area.
The discovery, made on August 2, 2025, followed credible intelligence indicating the presence of suspicious items suspected to be unexploded ordnances (UXOs).

6. ADC, APC chieftain warn Tinubu to shelve re-election, focus on governance
By: Azimazi Momoh Jimoh, Sodiq Omolaoye and John Akubo
THE GUARDIAN

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) and a former All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential hopeful have slammed President Tinubu’s early re-election campaign as illegal and tone-deaf, accusing the ruling party of ignoring Nigerians’ suffering while violating electoral laws and worsening the country’s crises.
In a statement issued yesterday by its National Publicity Secretary, Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC said the “choreographed endorsements” from Abuja to Kano “not only mock Nigerians’ suffering but also contravene the provisions of the Electoral Act and recent warnings from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), which prohibits campaign activity until 150 days before an election.”

7. Rep decries non-release of immunisation funds
By : Nkechi Onyedika-Ugoeze,
THE GUARDIAN

Chairman of the House Representative Committee on Health Institutions, Amos Magaji, has emphasised the need to accelerate local vaccine production in the country, given the dwindling donor funding for immunisation and other healthcare services.
In an interview with journalists in Abuja, Magaji argued that it was not sustainable for the country to continue to procure vaccines from abroad, adding that the National Assembly was committed to ensuring that local vaccine production is supported.

8. CHAN 2024: Sudan coach vows to come back stronger against Nigeria
By: Tunde Eludini
PREMIUM TIMES

Sudan head coach Kwesi Appiah has admitted that his team is battling significant fitness and psychological challenges at the ongoing TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) but remains confident of a stronger performance against Nigeria in their next Group D fixture.
Appiah’s men were held to a 1-1 draw by Congo in their opening match at the Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar, after taking the lead through forward Musa Hussein in the 29th minute.

9. 2027: Will Tinubu Align with Kwankwaso to Thwart ADC’s Threat?
By: Adedayo Akinwale
THISDAY

Is political gladiators and opposition leaders close ranks and realign ahead of the 2027 general election, the question on the lips of many is who inherits former President Muhammadu Buhari’s 12 million bloc votes in the North following his recent demise.
Though the 2027 general election is about two years away, the political activities that will culminate in the presidential election have already started.
The recent unveiling of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as the platform of choice adopted by the opposition leaders to challenge President Bola Tinubu’s re-election has changed the political dynamics in the country.

10. WHERE IS THE RENEWED HOPE AT THE SUBNATIONAL GOVERNMENT
THISDAY

The U.S embassy in Nigeria recently adverted the public to the alleged growing resource mismanagement by state governors citing various elephant projects from construction of sprawling state secretariat buildings to commercially questionable overhead bridges and less than viable airports across the states.
These fiscal dysfunction has remained unchecked because an average Nigerian evaluates governance from a unitary paradigm, the first person to blame for his poverty and hunger is the president and not his local government chairman or his governor.

01/08/2025

Nigeria's Economy in Red Alert Over Debt Burden!

Loan Profile:-
1.$750 million in June 2023,
2.$800 million in July 2023,
3.$7.4 billion + €100 million in December 2023,
4.₦2.94 trillion borrowed from July to December 2023,
5.₦6.53 trillion between December 2023 and March 2024,
6.$2.7 billion approved across 2023–2024,
7.$2.25 billion in June 2024,
8.$500 million in July 2024,
9.$1.57 billion in September 2024,
10.$6.45 billion total from World Bank by September 2024,
11.$2.209 billion in December 2024 for budget deficit,
12.And a shocking $21.5 billion + €2.1 billion + ¥15 billion approved in July 2025

Despite all these massive loans in just two years, Nigeria still shows no significant growth. No steady power. No working infrastructure. No improved standard of living. 😭

*This is a national disgrace. A clear failure of leadership. Leaders who truly mean well for their countries do not borrow endlessly..👀..✍️*

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04/03/2025

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19/02/2025

Here are today’s highlights from Nigerian Newspapers.

1. Kidnappers have reportedly shot dead two people in their captivity over a delay in the payment of ransom in Gwargwada, Kuje Area Council of the FCT. It was learnt that the two victims, Mohammed Danladi and Nasiru Yusuf, who are natives of Gwargwada village, were abducted alongside a herder and a woman at Gwombe junction, along the Gwargwada-Rubochi road on Wednesday.

2. The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission, NERC, has increased the penalty for customers tampering or bypassing their electricity meters. An order published by the commission said culprits would be made to pay a penalty ranging from N300,000, N200,000, N150,000 and 100,000 depending on the type of meter.

3. Several houses, shops, and offices were razed in a fire outbreak on Adebayo Street in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, on Tuesday. Residents said the incident occurred in the middle of the night while people were asleep.

4. The Republic of Niger has implemented new restrictions on Nigerians travelling with the ECOWAS passport, now barring entry for those with the travel document. The move is coming after Niger, along with Mali and Burkina Faso, recently withdrew from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

5. President Bola Tinubu, Senate President Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, southern governors, northern governors and the Pan-Niger Delta Forum, on Tuesday led the avalanche of tributes for elder statesman, Edwin Clark, who died on Monday, aged 97 years.

6. Sources from the Ogun State Police Command has disclosed that the reckless driver who killed a professor of Biochemistry at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Oladipupo Ademuyiwa, in a hit-and-run accident on Sunday, is suspected to be a Yahoo boy. Ademuyiwa was hit by the reckless driver, who fled the scene as soon as the accident occurred along the Kemta-Somorin axis of the Ajebo Road, Ogun State.

7. The Ondo State Police Command on Tuesday said it had arrested no fewer than five persons in connection with the alleged burning down of a police station in Ifon Community, the headquarters of Ose Local Government Area of the state. A crisis broke out in the community as some angry youths allegedly protested against the death of a young man, Tolu Bobade, in the police station in the town last Saturday.

8. The Akwa Ibom House of Assembly has confirmed 20 out of 27 Commissioner and Special Adviser nominees sent by Gov. Umo Eno for ratification. During plenary on Tuesday in Uyo, the Speaker, Mr Udeme Otong, confirmed the nominees. They had previously been screened by the House Committee on Judiciary, Justice, Human Rights, and Public Petitions.

9. The Nigerian Army has established a General Court Martial (GCM) for the trial of five officers and 20 soldiers within the jurisdiction of the 82 Division of the Nigerian Army in Enugu. The offences of the accused army personnel included murder, defilement, manslaughter, extortion and assault on civilians.

10. The Police Command in Anambra State says it has activated an operational plan to re-arrest two of the suspects involved in the murder of the late Mr Justice Azuka, an Anambra House of Assembly lawmaker. The command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed this in a statement on Tuesday in Onitsha. He explained that the Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Ikioye Orutugu, had directed a disciplinary action against the officers for their negligent act.

12/02/2025

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22/08/2024

POLITICAL STRATEGY AND EXIGENCY AS A VERITABLE TOOL FOR SUSTAINABLE PARTY GOVERNANCE

22/08/2024

POLITICAL STRATEGY AND EXIGENCY AS A VERITABLE TOOL FOR SUSTAINABLE PARTY GOVERNANCE
Jaba, Jema’a and Zangon Kataf; LGC Polls in Perspective.
Re: The Distinguished Senator Sunday Marshall Katung shadows…

Introduction
In the complex world of party governance, political strategy and exigency are essential tools that can shape the trajectory of a party's development. Sustainable party governance, which involves the creation and maintenance of systems that promote long-term party well-being, depends heavily on these factors.
The persistent claims of conspiracy theory, fears and concerns of members of the opposition parties in the state on the Sen. Uba Sani’s government plans of using the SIECOM to forcefully declare APC candidates as winners of the October 19 LGC elections in all the 23 LGAs of the state, is enough reason for the PDP in the state to as a matter of political exigency, come up with a watertight strategy of mobilizing voters for the polls as well as, safeguarding her votes and results during and after the polls.
There must be deliberate planning and ex*****on of actions aimed at achieving specific goals within the political sphere. In this case, PDP’s main goal is to secure victory in the forthcoming LGC poll across the state. It involves careful consideration of various factors, including public opinion, political alliances, policy frameworks, and the socio-economic context. Effective political strategy enables leaders to navigate the complexities of governance, build consensus, and implement policies that drive sustainable development.
A well-crafted political strategy is therefore crucial by the PDP in Kaduna state in the formulation and implementation of it policies that promote sustainability. PDP Leaders must anticipate the long-term impacts of their decisions, ensuring that policies address current challenges while also considering future generations.
A successful party governance requires the ability to build broad-based support for policies. Political strategy helps leaders forge alliances and create consensus among various stakeholders, including civil society, and the private sector. This collaborative approach ensures that policies are more likely to be accepted and sustained over time.
In a rapidly changing world, political leaders must be adaptable and resilient. A sound political strategy includes mechanisms for adjusting policies in response to new challenges or opportunities. This adaptability is key to maintaining the relevance and effectiveness of governance over the long term.
Exigency refers to the urgent and pressing needs or demands that arise in the course of managing political issues. It often requires immediate action and decision-making, sometimes under conditions of uncertainty or crisis. While exigency can pose challenges, it also presents opportunities for leaders to demonstrate their ability to manage crises and steer their party toward sustainable outcomes. Leaders who can respond swiftly and effectively to crises are better positioned to mitigate their negative impacts and set the stage for recovery and growth. In times of exigency, party leaders must prioritize actions that address the most critical issues. This requires a strategic approach to resource allocation and power sharing, ensuring that the most pressing needs are met while also laying the groundwork for long-term sustainability. Exigency can also drive innovation and reform. When faced with urgent challenges, party leaders may be compelled to rethink existing systems and implement bold reforms that would otherwise be difficult to achieve. This can lead to the development of more efficient and sustainable party governance structures.
The interplay between political strategy and exigency is crucial for sustainable party governance. While political strategy provides the framework for long-term planning and decision-making, exigency introduces the element of urgency, compelling leaders to act swiftly and decisively. Together, they ensure that party governance is both proactive and responsive, capable of addressing immediate challenges while also pursuing long-term goals.
Going by the above submission, whether Dist. Sen. Sunday Marshall Katung is involved in the outcome of the just concluded Local Government Chairmanship party primaries in Zangon Kataf Local Government or not, I see the outcome as a political strategy for the retention of the LGA by the PDP using the incumbency factor, otherwise, we should be prepared to say bye-bye to the seat of the council chair to the ruling party if the rumors making the round is anything to go by. Similarly, the outcome of the Jaba LGA chairmanship primaries underscore the need to allow for internal democracy principles to thrive within the party governance, and it further buttresses the readiness of the electorates in Jaba LGA to establish the supremacy of the PDP come October 19, 2024. The outcome of the chairmanship primaries in Jema’a LGA is unique in the sense that drivers of the party at EXCO levels, will now have the assurance of growing beyond the party leadership into mainstream political leadership.
Conclusion
Political strategy and exigency are indispensable tools for sustainable party governance. Through careful planning, consensus-building, and adaptability, political strategy lays the foundation for policies that promote long-term party well-being. Exigency, on the other hand, tests the resilience and responsiveness of party leaders, pushing them to address urgent challenges while maintaining a focus on sustainability. Together, these elements ensure that party governance is both effective and enduring, capable of meeting the needs of today while safeguarding the future.
It is therefore imperative for all party leaders, card carrying members and stakeholders, to sheath our swords, embrace peace, forge alliances and put the party’s interest above our individual/group interests, in order to secure victories in the forthcoming LGC elections. I also wish to call on the party leadership and stakeholders, to as a matter of urgency, activate the negotiation and reconciliation mechanism for a guaranteed united PDP family.
God bless the PDP Kaduna State Chapter.

Signed.
Hon. Austin Ambrose Yibin
Stakeholder, PDP Kagoma Ward, Jema’a LGA
Former Special Assistant to: HE, Sir. Patrick I. Yakowa (Late) and HE, Dr. Muktar Ramalan Yero

11/08/2024

Toun: Asiwaju's Daughter was down to earth on her Father

10/08/2024

FAIR TREATMENT
The Case Study of PDP Kagoma Ward

I Hon. Austin Ambrose Yibin brings us greetings from my humble abode.

I have been following the unfolding events in the PDP within the Kagoma Ward, Gwong Political Zone as well as the entire Jema'a LGA since my inglorious ouster from the race of PDP standard bearer for the forthcoming LGC general elections slated for 19/10/2024.

I will like to speak to the following concerns as raised by some of us:
1. Micro Zoning
2. Unfair Treatment
3. Lack of Unity

MICRO ZONING
On the issue of micro zoning, I recall vividly, that the party's council chairmanship ticket was zoned to Gwong political zone, there was never a time, that micro zoning it to Kagoma Ward was ever mentioned (officially). The issue of micro zoning was to be an advocacy and the ward stakeholders and party leadership were supposed to lobby and plead with our brothers from Barde and Asso Wards to consider other factors and allow a consensus candidate to emerge from Kagoma Ward. To the best of my knowledge, that team was never formed and the lobby exercise never took place up to the time of writing this piece.

UNFAIR TREATMENT
I am still trying to process what we mean by the statement "unfair treatment" who is being treated unfairly? Have we forgotten the adage which says; charity begins from home? Let us look ourselves in the face and tell ourselves the truth whether we are treating ourselves fairly within the PDP family in Kagoma Ward or not? Kagoma PDP Ward in Gwong Zone shares similar characteristics with Ward B in Kafanchan central zone. It is always in Kagoma Ward that ruling and rival political parties use to have a fill day whenever it is election time. It is in Kagoma Ward that you see high level deceit, compromise and outright mortgaging of PDP during elections, most of us are guilty of this unfortunate development. How then do we expect other Wards and Zones in the LGA to trust us? Our results during elections speak of who we are and our place politically. In my candid opinion, the chairmanship ticket is still open to the Gwong Zone and since we have carefully nominated our Ward consensus candidate after scoring him high in all aspects, then it will be good for him to go through a proper primary election to further establish himself as the most suitable candidate for the party. However it turns out, it's a win-win situation for Gwong Zone.

LACK OF UNITY
The deep rooted hatred and enemity amongst party members in the Ward has been the cancer work eating the fabric of our Ward. Some people have constituted themselves into political gods who decide the fate of party members. Until the day we shift from this mentality of local politics of thinking that everything political, starts and end with Kagoma Ward, we will never make a headway. It's only in Kagoma Ward that individual efforts and contributions towards the development of the party are easily forgotten, especially when a member is aspiring to grow politically. It is also in Kagoma Ward that a member is always told to join the cue when such a member is aspiring for any elective position. When the likes of Hon. Daniel Amos, Hon. Peter Danjuma Averik, and Comrade Yunana Markus Barde came to limelight, were they really known prior to that time? But when they came, their kit & kins accepted and supported them all the way.

CONCLUSION
Let us learn to be sincere in our dealings with one another, transparency and sincerity are the keys to a united, harmonous and prosperous team. It's about time we go back to the drawing board and reset things. Let me conclude by saying that, Comrade Hassan Boyis and Mr. Adamu Jaba did not voluntarily withdraw for Hon. Robert Dyeri, but Adamu Jaba dropped down for Comr. Hassan Boyis, while the final screening committee stepped down Comr. Boyis in favour of Hon. Robert Dyeri.

Long live PDP Kagoma Ward!
Long live PDP Jema'a LGA!!
Long live PDP Kaduna State!!!

Signed.
Hon. Austin Ambrose Yibin
Stakeholder, PDP Kagoma Ward