Good morning dear esteemed readers!10 Key Points from Nigerian Newspapers This Morning
1. Kano Governor Joins APC: Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has officially defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) during a formal ceremony at the Kano State Government House.
2. Ganduje Backs Yusuf for Second Term: Immediate past APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has assured Governor Yusuf of the party’s full backing for a second term in the 2027 governorship election.
3. VP Shettima to Welcome Plateau Governor: Vice President Kashim Shettima will visit Plateau State today for the formal reception of Governor Caleb Mutfwang into the APC, following his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party.
4. Dangote Refinery Raises Petrol Price: The Dangote refinery has increased the gantry price of petrol from N699 to N799 per litre. Consequently, MRS filling stations will sell at N839 per litre.
5. Kwankwaso’s Son Resigns as Commissioner: Mustapha Rabiu Kwankwaso, son of NNPP leader Rabiu Kwankwaso, has resigned as Kano State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development.
6. Police Arrest 11 Suspected Kidnappers in Edo: The Edo State Police Command has arrested 11 suspected kidnappers and rescued six victims during extensive bush-combing operations across the state.
7. Troops Neutralise Bandits in Benue: Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have killed two suspected bandits along the Naka/Makurdi road after responding to a distress call from locals.
8. APC Elects Candidates for Rivers Bye-elections: The APC in Rivers State has elected Napoleon Ukalikpe and Mrs. Bulabari Loolo as its candidates for upcoming House of Assembly bye-elections in Ahoada East and Khana constituencies.
9. Military Confirms Coup Attempt, Sets Court Martial: The Defence Headquarters has concluded its investigation into 16 officers indicted for acts of indiscipline and breach of regulations linked to an attempt to overthrow the government. The officers will face a military Court Martial.
10. Bandits Kill Two, Abduct 50 Women in Katsina: Suspected bandits have attacked Chibauna community in Katsina State, killing two persons and abducting over 50 women, and rustling livestock, despite a recent reported peace agreement.
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Disclaimer: This summary is a curation of top stories from major Nigerian newspapers as of Tuesday, January 27, 2026. CDA News Nigeria provides this digest for informational purposes and does not claim ownership of the original reports. For full details, please refer to the respective source publications.
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