Good morning! Here is today’s summary of the top stories making headlines across Nigerian Newspapers:
1. Governor Sule Hints at Running for Nasarawa North Senate Seat in 2027
Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa State has hinted that he may contest for the Nasarawa North senatorial seat in 2027. The governor made the disclosure during a visit by state executive council members at his Gudi country home.
2. US Deploys High-Powered Drones to Nigeria for Surveillance Operations
US military trainers deployed to Nigeria are using high-powered drones for surveillance and intelligence gathering, the Nigerian military said on Saturday. The troops are operating from an air base in Bauchi State to train Nigerian counterparts battling jihadist militants.
3. Otti Pushes Back Against Claims of Division Among South-East Governors
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has pushed back against claims of division among South-East governors, arguing that differences in governance priorities should not be misconstrued as disunity. He spoke during a meeting of the South-East Traditional Rulers Council in Umuahia.
4. Laolu Akande: Tinubu Missed Opportunity to Show Empathy Over Borno Attacks
Former Presidential Aide Laolu Akande has said while the directive for the military high command to relocate to Borno was commendable, President Tinubu missed the opportunity to show sympathy at a time of renewed terrorist attacks in the North-East.
5. Saraki, Makarfi, Gana Lead PDP Reconciliation Efforts Ahead of Convention
Former Senate President Bukola Saraki, former Kaduna Governor Ahmed Makarfi, and former Information Minister Jerry Gana are among PDP leaders locked in consultations to reconcile the party’s two factions ahead of the March 29-30 national convention in Abuja.
6. Bauchi Governor Commends Tinubu for Robust Security Deployment
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has commended President Bola Tinubu for deploying robust security to tackle banditry in Alkaleri Local Government Area. The governor spoke during the Durbur Hawan Duache Sallah homage in Bauchi.
7. One Dead, 40 Injured in Tanker Explosions in Lagos, Cross River
No fewer than 40 people sustained injuries, while one person was confirmed dead, in separate tanker-related explosions in Lagos and Cross River states. The Lagos incident occurred along the Lekki–Epe Expressway in the Sangotedo area.
8. Shettima to Formally Welcome Zamfara Governor Dauda Lawal to APC
Vice President Kashim Shettima is set to formally welcome Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara State into the All Progressives Congress. The state APC Chairman said Shettima would visit Gusau on Tuesday.
9. APC Won’t Stop Members from Contesting 2027 Presidential Ticket
The All Progressives Congress has said it will not prevent any interested member from contesting its 2027 presidential ticket, despite the party’s adoption of President Bola Tinubu for a second term. The party remains open to aspirants willing to test their popularity.
10. Police Arrest 11 More Suspects Over Delta Sexual Assault Incident
The Police Command in Delta State has confirmed the arrest of 11 additional suspects linked to Thursday’s alleged sexual assault in Ozoro community. Spokesperson SP Bright Edafe disclosed this following a crackdown on those allegedly involved.
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