Good morning! Here is today’s summary of the top stories making headlines across Nigerian Newspapers:
1. Makinde Holds Emergency Meeting with Oyo PDP Stakeholders
Governor Seyi Makinde reportedly held an emergency meeting with key stakeholders of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Oyo State on Monday. The meeting was initially scheduled for the Government House but later moved to the Local Government Training Centre in Ibadan.
2. ICPC to Arraign El-Rufai in Court Today
The Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) is set to arraign former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai before both federal and state high courts in Kaduna over alleged corruption-related offences. El-Rufai and one Joel Adoga will be arraigned at the Federal High Court today.
3. Kwankwaso in Talks with ADC, NDC – Kwankwasiyya Movement
The Kwankwasiyya Movement has confirmed that NNPP National Leader Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso is in talks with the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the National Democratic Congress (NDC). The discussions may eventually lead to the alignment of the platforms.
4. Security Operatives Raid Ex-AGF Malami’s Residence
Security operatives have raided the residence of former Attorney-General of the Federation Abubakar Malami. Malami, who has been in detention over alleged money laundering, was recently granted bail.
5. Terrorists Bomb Bridge in Niger State to Disrupt Troop Movement
Suspected terrorists on Monday bombed a bridge along Luma Road in Borgu LGA of Niger State in an attempt to disrupt the movement of troops in ongoing counter-insurgency operations. The bridge links Luma, Babana, and Agwara communities.
6. Shettima: Fintiri Remains Adamawa APC Leader After Defection
Vice President Kashim Shettima has clarified that Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri remains the leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Adamawa State following his official defection into the party. Shettima spoke in Yola at a grand reception for the governor.
7. Wike Criticises Makinde: “He Started a Fight He Can’t Finish”
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has criticised Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde, cautioning against engaging in political battles without the capacity to sustain them. Wike said Makinde started a fight he couldn’t finish during the PDP NEC meeting.
8. FCT Police Deny Involvement in NURTW Shooting Incident
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has described videos circulating on social media alleging police involvement in a shooting at the NURTW headquarters in Garki II, Abuja, as false and misleading. Officers only intervened to restore order.
9. Zamfara Speaker, 12 Assembly Members Defect from PDP to APC
The Speaker of the Zamfara House of Assembly, Bilyaminu Moriki, alongside 12 state assembly members, has defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The defection was announced during plenary in Gusau.
10. FCT Police Deny Involvement in NURTW Shooting (Duplicate)
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has described videos circulating on social media alleging police involvement in a shooting at the NURTW headquarters in Garki II, Abuja, as false and misleading. Officers only intervened to restore order.
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