Good morning dear esteemed readers! Here is a concise summary of the major developments from Nigeria this morning, covering politics, security, and national affairs.
1. Kano Council Seeks Ganduje’s Arrest: The Kano State Executive Council has called for the immediate investigation and arrest of former Governor Abdullahi Ganduje for what it terms “inciting and reckless” comments on the state’s security.
2. Farmers Killed in Benue Attack: Suspected armed herders have killed three farmers in a fresh attack in Gilim Ashi village, Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State.
3. Court Orders EFCC to Release Seized Properties: A Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to immediately release 27 houses that were wrongly seized.
4. Obasanjo Backs International Help for Insecurity: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has stated that Nigerians owe no one an apology for seeking international assistance to tackle persistent insecurity, urging the government to deploy modern technology.
5. Labour Party Affirms Leadership: The National Executive Council of the Labour Party has reaffirmed the leadership elected at its 2024 convention and approved key organizational decisions.
6. Soldiers in Kebbi Abduction Face Interrogation: All military personnel attached to the school in Kebbi State where 26 schoolgirls were abducted are currently being interrogated at the Defence Headquarters over allegations they withdrew before the attack.
7. Jonathan Laments Guinea-Bissau Coup: Former President Goodluck Jonathan has described the recent military takeover in Guinea-Bissau as more painful than his 2015 election loss, due to his involvement in the country’s democratic restoration.
8. Freed Kwara Worshippers Still in Custody: The 38 worshippers abducted in Kwara State, who regained their freedom last Sunday, have yet to be released to their families and are reportedly being kept in a hotel.
9. Fire Guts Anambra Market: An early morning fire outbreak at Nkwo Enugu-Ukwu Market Square in Anambra State destroyed shops and valuables, marking the sixth such incident in the state in less than a week.
10. Obi Has Not Left Labour Party, Says Baba-Ahmed: A former vice-presidential candidate, Datti Baba-Ahmed, has clarified that Peter Obi has not left the Labour Party, dismissing reports of his departure.
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