Here is a clear and concise summary of the major developments from Nigeria this morning, covering significant political resignations, ongoing security crises, and critical economic and health warnings.
1. Osun Governor Adeleke Resigns from PDP: Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has resigned his membership from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), citing the party’s national leadership crisis as a key reason, just as parties begin preparations for the 2026 gubernatorial elections.
2. Defence Minister Resigns on Health Grounds: The Minister of Defence, Alhaji Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, has tendered his resignation from office, citing ill-health. President Bola Tinubu has accepted his resignation and thanked him for his service.
3. Arewa Forum Denies Endorsing Amnesty for Bandits: The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF) has refuted claims that it endorsed amnesty or financial incentives for terrorists and bandits, dismissing the allegation as false.
4. Gun Battle Paralyzes Kogi Highway: Dozens of commuters were stranded on the Oshokoshoko–Obajana highway in Kogi State following a prolonged gun battle between security forces and bandits who launched a brazen attack on the corridor.
5. Sokoto Village Given N20 Million ‘Protection’ Levy: Residents of Bakale village in Sokoto State have been ordered by an armed group to pay a N20 million levy to prevent deadly attacks, according to an audio recording obtained by reporters.
6. Taraba Governor Meets with President Tinubu: Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State met with President Bola Tinubu and APC National Chairman Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda in a closed-door session at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
7. Northern Governors Warn of Region’s Bleak Future: Northern governors have issued a stark warning that the region risks losing its future to escalating insecurity and poverty, calling for urgent action, the establishment of state police, and a six-month ban on mining.
8. Naira Sees Mixed Exchange Rates: The Naira appreciated to N1,470 per dollar in the parallel market but depreciated to N1,450 in the official Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM).
9. Resident Doctors Threaten Fresh Strike: The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has warned it will resume a total, indefinite strike if the Federal Government fails to implement agreed-upon demands within four weeks.
10. Seven Builders Trapped in Bauchi Building Collapse: Seven construction workers were trapped when an uncompleted storey-building collapsed on Sir Kashim Ibrahim Street in Bauchi metropolis. Rescue operations are underway.
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