Good morning! Here is today’s summary of the top stories making headlines across Nigerian Newspapers:
1. Sultan Declares Friday, March 20 as Eid-el-Fitr Day
The Sultan of Sokoto and President-General of the NSCIA, Alhaji Sa’ad Abubakar III, has declared Friday, March 20, 2026, as the day for the celebration of Eid-el-Fitr in Nigeria. The declaration follows the non-sighting of the crescent moon marking the end of Ramadan across the country.
2. CDS Relocates to Maiduguri, Says Ending Insurgency Requires Local Involvement
Chief of Defence Staff General Olufemi Oluyede has said ending the Boko Haram insurgency requires the involvement of Borno and Yobe people. The CDS, alongside Chief of Army Staff General Waidi Shaibu, relocated to Maiduguri on President Tinubu’s directives to take direct charge of the situation.
3. Soludo Directs Political Appointees to Hand Over Immediately
Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra State has directed all political appointees to hand over their duties with immediate effect, barely 24 hours after his inauguration for a second term. The directive is contained in a circular issued by the Office of the SSG.
4. Emir Sanusi to Lead Kano Durbar as Government Issues Strict Guidelines
Kano State Government has announced that Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II will lead this year’s Eid-el-Fitr Durbar, unveiling strict guidelines to prevent a breakdown of law and order. The decision follows intelligence reports indicating attempts by some individuals to create unrest during Sallah.
5. ADC Condemns El-Rufai’s Detention as “Grave Violation,” to Petition Amnesty International
The African Democratic Congress has described the continued detention of former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai as a “grave violation of fundamental human rights,” vowing to petition Amnesty International and other human rights groups.
6. Tinubu Receives Ceremonial Welcome at Windsor Castle
President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday received a ceremonial welcome at Windsor Castle, marking the start of his state visit to the United Kingdom. This is the first visit by a Nigerian leader in 37 years, with the President honoured with a 42-gun salute.
7. Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed Denies Defecting to APC
Bauchi State Governor Bala Mohammed has denied claims that he has defected from the PDP to the APC. Mohammed spoke at the Government House when questioned by journalists after swearing in newly appointed permanent secretaries.
8. Wike: FCT Projects Will Make It Impossible for Opposition to Defeat Tinubu in 2027
Minister of the FCT, Nyesom Wike, has asserted that sweeping infrastructure projects in Abuja’s satellite towns will make it nearly impossible for any opposition to defeat President Tinubu in the territory in 2027.
9. First Lady Oluremi Tinubu to Preach at Lambeth Palace
Nigeria’s First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, will preach at Lambeth Palace, the official residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury, on Thursday. The engagement is part of the historic state visit by President Tinubu to the United Kingdom.
10. NSCDC Uncovers Warehouse Used for Storing Stolen Crude Oil in Rivers
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has uncovered a warehouse used for storing stolen crude oil in Igwuruta, Ikwerre LGA of Rivers State. The crude is believed to have been stolen from vandalised pipelines and stored in GP tanks.
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Disclaimer: This content is a summary of a news article published by Daily Post Nigeria on March 19, 2026, and is republished here for informational purposes only.
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