Good morning! Here are the top 10 stories making headlines in Nigerian newspapers this morning, curated by CDA News Nigeria.
1. DSS witness alleges El-Rufai earmarked $600,000 to settle EFCC officials
A forensic investigator with the DSS, Segun Kayode, on Tuesday alleged that former Kaduna State governor Nasir El-Rufai and some associates earmarked $600,000 to settle officials of the EFCC and intermediaries. Kayode, the first prosecution witness, made the allegation while testifying before the Kaduna State High Court presided over by Justice Darius Khobo .
2. Wike, Adeleke, Soludo named in revised APC Presidential Campaign Council
The revised APC Presidential Campaign Council list for the 2027 general election has named FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, Osun Governor Ademola Adeleke, Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, Anambra Governor Chukwuma Soludo, former Lagos Governor Babatunde Fashola and Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo among its members. The revised list was made available to journalists on Tuesday.
3. APM demands full disclosure on N15tn Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway
The Presidential Campaign Council of the APM has demanded full disclosure of the procurement process, contractor selection, contract cost and payment records for the N15 trillion Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project, citing concerns over transparency and the recent realignment of the road. The Director-General made the demand following the announcement by the Minister of Works that the highway’s route had been realigned.
4. Three children drown in abandoned fish pond in Delta
Three children aged six, eight and 12 have drowned in an abandoned fish pond in Saniko community, Agbarha-Otor, Ughelli North LGA of Delta State. The victims were identified as Great Anthony Ikpera, 6; Goodluck Anthony Ikpera, 8; and Vwegba Jite Ikpera, 12.
5. NSCDC uncovers underground tunnels at suspected drug hideout in Asaba
The NSCDC has uncovered underground tunnels at a heavily fortified suspected drug hideout in Asaba, Delta State, amid investigations into whether the facility was used for other criminal activities. The tunnels were discovered during an operation on Monday at Fallingwater Colehouse, off Akara Junction.
6. NAFDAC seizes N2bn counterfeit alcoholic beverages in Lagos
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control has uncovered an alleged large-scale counterfeit alcoholic beverage operation at the Lagos International Trade Fair Complex, seizing products valued at more than N2 billion. The raid uncovered more than 20 illegal stores allegedly used for illicit activities.
7. Catholic Diocese of Gboko suspends activities over repeated attacks
The Catholic Diocese of Gboko, Benue State, has ordered the suspension of activities at its institutions, including schools and hospitals, in Ihugh, Vandeikya LGA, over repeated attacks, arson, burglary and alleged harassment of its personnel. The affected institutions include St. Winifred Secondary School and St. Thomas Hospital.
8. APC dismisses reports of rift between governors and Wike
APC spokesperson Felix Morka has dismissed reports of a rift between the party’s governors and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, saying there was no real tension between them. Morka said the perceived disagreement was a “false battle” because both the APC governors and Wike were committed to President Tinubu’s re-election bid.
9. Shell sells Nigeria gas distribution business to Vaaris Energy
Shell Petroleum B.V. on Tuesday announced the sale of its full interest in Shell Nigeria Gas Group to Vaaris Energy Limited, a Nigerian company. The company said the deal covers its domestic gas distribution business in Nigeria.
10. Senate probes NAF aircraft maintenance after Ondo crash
The Senate has resolved to investigate budgetary provisions for the maintenance of Nigerian Air Force aircraft following a crash in Igbokoda, Ondo State, that claimed 25 lives. The resolution followed a motion moved by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Air Force.
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