Good morning! Here is today’s summary of the top stories making headlines across Nigerian Newspapers:
1. Court Discharges Abba Kyari, Brothers in Asset Case
A Federal High Court in Abuja has discharged and acquitted suspended DCP Abba Kyari and his two brothers, Mohammed and Ali, on charges of non-disclosure of assets. In his judgment, Justice James Omotosho ruled that the NDLEA failed to prove its case against the defendants beyond a reasonable doubt.
2. Dangote Refinery Pledges to Prioritise Domestic Supply
The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has assured Nigerians of its commitment to prioritise domestic supply to prevent fuel scarcity. In a statement, the refinery said it aims to act as a stabilising force for Nigeria’s energy market despite the ongoing crisis in the Middle East and volatility in global oil prices.
3. Terrorists Attack Military Base, IDP Camp in Borno
Suspected terrorists have attacked a military base and an Internally Displaced Persons camp in Ngoshe town, Gwoza LGA of Borno State. Security sources confirmed that an unspecified number of soldiers and civilians were killed in the attack, which occurred after Muslims broke their fast on Wednesday evening.
4. Kano Assembly Initiates Impeachment Proceedings Against Deputy Governor
The Kano State House of Assembly has begun impeachment proceedings against Deputy Governor Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo. The notice, presented by the Majority Leader, accuses the deputy governor of gross misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of public trust, in line with Section 188 of the 1999 Constitution.
5. Force PRO Benjamin Hundeyin Concludes Tenure
ACP Benjamin Hundeyin, the Force Public Relations Officer, is set to vacate his office today, Friday, bringing an end to a five-month tenure noted for strengthening the Force’s public communication and digital engagement. A replacement is expected to be announced soon.
6. Cross River Assembly Suspends Lawmaker Over Violent Conduct
The Cross River State House of Assembly has indefinitely suspended Hon. Dickson Ovat Agbor, who represents the Obubra I State Constituency. The suspension follows allegations of violent conduct deemed unbecoming of a legislator.
7. Senate Summons Mele Kyari Over Unaccounted N210tn Expenditure
The Senate has summoned the immediate former GCEO of NNPC Limited, Mele Kyari, to appear before it. The invitation is over an alleged N210 trillion expenditure by the national oil company between 2017 and 2023, which lawmakers claim has not been properly accounted for.
8. DIG Frank Mba, Other Senior Officers Set to Retire
Deputy Inspector-General of Police Frank Mba is among several senior officers retiring from the Nigeria Police Force following recent leadership changes. In a related development, seven Assistant Inspectors-General have been pencilled down for promotion to the rank of DIG.
9. Lagos Police Dismiss Four Officers Over Killing of Seven Traders
The Lagos State Police Command has dismissed four police officers implicated in the killing of seven traders at the Owode Onirin Market. State Commissioner of Police Olohundare Jimoh disclosed this while addressing journalists on Thursday.
10. IPAC Threatens Boycott of 2027 Elections Over Electoral Act
The Inter-Party Advisory Council (IPAC) has warned that political parties may boycott the 2027 general elections if controversial provisions in the newly enacted Electoral Act 2026 are not urgently amended. IPAC argues that the law contains clauses that could undermine internal party democracy and electoral credibility.
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Disclaimer: This content is a summary of a news article published by Daily Post Nigeria on March 6, 2026, and is republished here for informational purposes only.
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