Top 10 News Headlines to Know This Tuesday Morning
Good morning, Nigeria. Here are ten major developments making headlines across the country today:
Fuel Prices Rise Again as NNPCL Adjusts Pump Rates
In a fresh wave of fuel price hikes, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has increased the price of petrol at its Abuja outlets from N910 to N945 per litre. In Lagos, several NNPCL retail stations have adjusted their prices from N870 to N915 per litre, sparking renewed concerns over inflation and transportation costs.
Tragedy Strikes Plateau Farmers in Fresh Herder Attack
Three members of the same family were killed on Monday in Te’ebbe community, Miango District, Bassa LGA, Plateau State, during an attack by suspected armed herders. The victims were reportedly harvesting tomatoes when they were ambushed. Two others sustained serious injuries and were rushed to Jos for emergency treatment.
Ribadu, Defence Chief Blame Insecurity on Hunger, Poverty
National Security Adviser Mallam Nuhu Ribadu and Chief of Defence Staff General Christopher Musa have linked the country’s growing insecurity to widespread poverty and hunger. Speaking at a security forum, the officials described economic hardship as a major driver of violent crime, terrorism, and social disintegration.
PDP Staff Stage Protest Over Anyanwu’s Attempted Return
Drama unfolded at the PDP National Secretariat on Monday as staff and management staged a walkout to protest Senator Samuel Anyanwu’s attempt to reclaim his position as National Secretary. This follows the appointment of Setonji Koshodeo as acting National Secretary by the party’s NWC a decision the protesting staff had earlier endorsed.
Naira Gains on Parallel Market, Dips in Official Window
The naira recorded a mixed performance on Monday. In the parallel market, it appreciated slightly to N1,600 per dollar from N1,605 over the weekend. However, in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market (NFEM), it weakened further, falling to N1,550 per dollar.
Baba-Ahmed Slams Opposition Coalition Talks
Former Northern Elders Forum spokesman, Dr. Hakeem Baba-Ahmed, has criticized ongoing efforts to build a coalition among Nigeria’s opposition parties. He accused some leaders of pursuing selfish ambitions and warned that their actions risk replicating the same political failures as the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Amotekun Arrests Suspect in APC Leader’s Murder
The Ondo State Security Network Agency (Amotekun Corps) on Monday announced the arrest of a key suspect linked to the murder of APC ward chairman Nelson Adepoyigi. The late party leader was abducted at the entrance of his farm along the Ifon-Owo Road in Ose LGA and later killed by his captors last month.
NDLEA Seizes N777m Worth of Drugs in Edo, Nabs Student Trafficker
The Edo State Command of the NDLEA has confiscated drugs worth N777 million and arrested 209 suspects over a six-month period. Among those apprehended is a 300-level female student of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, who admitted joining drug trafficking to repay a microfinance loan. The Command described the arrest as a warning to youths lured by quick money.
15 Births, 122 Pregnancies Recorded at Benue IDP Camp
The Benue State Emergency Management Agency (BSEMA) has reported the birth of 15 babies and registered 122 pregnant women at a new Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Yelwata, Guma LGA. According to BSEMA Head of Administration, Mr. Donald Komgbenda, the camp now accommodates 4,685 displaced persons.
ICPC Recovers Over N20bn from Corrupt Officials in 2024
The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has recovered over N20 billion and various properties from individuals involved in corruption in 2024. ICPC Chairman, Dr. Musa Aliyu, disclosed this during a legal conference in Ilorin, emphasizing the agency’s continued effort to tackle high-profile corruption across the country.
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Top 10 News Headlines to Know This Tuesday Morning