Good morning! Here is today’s summary of the top stories making headlines across Nigerian Newspapers:
1. Lagos, Environs Plunged into Darkness Over Weekend
Many parts of Lagos and its environs were thrown into darkness during the Eid-el-Fitr celebration and throughout the weekend due to lack of electricity supply. Ten distribution companies, including Eko DisCo and Ikeja Electric, received zero allocation as of Sunday evening.
2. Tinubu Vows to Intensify Efforts to Tackle Insecurity
President Bola Tinubu has assured that his administration will intensify efforts to tackle insecurity challenges across the country, stating that the “next phase of our struggle” is addressing the security situation. He spoke on Sunday in Lagos.
3. Gunmen Attack Church in Kwara During Sunday Service
Gunmen on Sunday attacked a worship centre during service in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State. The incident occurred at the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Omugo community, where worshippers had gathered for regular Sunday service.
4. Three Killed in Katsina Violent Incidents
A wave of violent incidents, including a suspected gang attack and inter-community clashes, has left at least three people dead and several injured in Katsina metropolis between Friday and Saturday. Areas affected include Tudun Wada, Bakin Gawo, and Unguwar Wala.
5. APC Fixes Tuesday for Screening of National Office Aspirants
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has fixed Tuesday, March 24, for the screening of aspirants for its national offices ahead of its March 27 National Convention. The exercise will hold at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in Abuja.
6. Peter Obi Meets Kwankwaso in Kano
The 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, visited Kano on Sunday to meet with former Governor Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State and Senator Seriake Dickson were also present at the meeting.
7. APC Governors Hold Crucial Meeting in Lagos
Thirty-one governors of the All Progressives Congress (APC), under the Progressive Governors Forum, held a crucial meeting in Lagos on Sunday to discuss holding rancour-free and successful party primaries ahead of the governorship primaries next month.
8. Police Arrest 11 More Over Delta Sexual Assault Incident
Eleven more persons have been arrested by the police over the sexual harassment and molestation of women during a festival in Oramudu quarters, Ozoro community, Delta State. The latest arrest brings the number of suspects in custody to 15.
9. Navy Intercepts 44,000 Litres of Illegal Petroleum Products in Rivers
The Nigerian Navy has intercepted about 44,000 litres of suspected illegally refined petroleum products and arrested eight suspects in Rivers State, according to a statement by the Director of Naval Information.
10. Police Detain Four Drug Suspects in Akwa Ibom
The Police Command in Akwa Ibom has detained four suspected drug dealers at Okopedi in Eket Local Government Area. The command’s Public Relations Officer confirmed the arrest in a statement on Sunday.
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Disclaimer: This content is a summary of a news article published by Credible Daily Accurate Nigeria (CDA News Nigeria) on March 23, 2026, and is republished here for informational purposes only.
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