Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers, curated by CDA News Nigeria:
1. New Inspector-General of Police Ratified: The Nigeria Police Council has ratified the appointment of Olatunji Disu as the new Inspector-General of Police. The confirmation paves the way for his swearing-in by President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday.
2. Atiku’s Son Resigns as Commissioner: Alhaji Adamu Abubakar, son of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has resigned from his position as Commissioner for Works and Energy Development in Adamawa State. He formally announced his departure from the state executive council on Monday.
3. Abducted Ondo Worshippers Freed: Four Christian worshippers from the Celestial Church of Christ in Owo Local Government Area, Ondo State, who were abducted, have regained their freedom. They were released on Monday evening after their families reportedly paid a N9 million ransom.
4. Chief Judge to Face CCB Over Assets: The Chief Judge of the Federal High Court, Justice John Tsoho, has indicated his willingness to appear before the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) over allegations of non-declaration of assets. He has requested the bureau to schedule a hearing from the week of March 16.
5. Dangote Refinery Increases Fuel Price: Dangote Petroleum Refinery has raised the gantry price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by N100, setting the new ex-depot rate at N874 per litre. The refinery cited volatility in the global crude oil market as the reason for the adjustment.
6. Governors Back Tinubu’s Revenue Reforms: The 36 state governors, under the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), have thrown their weight behind President Tinubu’s reforms. They support the directive for oil and gas revenues to be remitted directly into the Federation Account, calling it critical for fiscal transparency.
7. Troops Foil Cattle Rustling in Kano: Troops of the Joint Task Force in Gwarzo, Kano State, have successfully foiled a cattle rustling attempt. The operation, which followed a distress call, led to the recovery of 257 livestock from bandits.
8. PDP Denies Conducting Congresses: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has stated that it is not holding any congresses nationwide. The party described reports of planned congresses as false information being spread by expelled members allegedly working with the ruling APC to undermine the party.
9. FCTA Reminds Residents of Tax Deadline: The Federal Capital Territory Internal Revenue Service has called on all taxable residents to file their personal income tax returns before the March 31, 2026, deadline. This includes public office holders, employees, and self-employed individuals.
10. Anambra Government Shuts Down Market: The Anambra State Government has sealed the popular Nkwo-Ogbe market in Ihiala Local Government Area. The market was shut down for one week following traders’ refusal to open for business on Monday, in a move to enforce an end to the sit-at-home order in the region.
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