Nigerian Newspapers Roundup: Top 10 News Highlights
- Yahaya Bello School Fees Saga: The American International School of Abuja has refunded $760,910.84 to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) from the $845,852 allegedly paid by former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello for his children’s school fees.
- Oyo Local Government Elections: Movement will be restricted in Oyo State today to allow for smooth conduct of the local government elections by the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC).
- Emirs’ Children’s Wedding: Top government officials, including the Senate President, Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Deputy Senate President, attended the wedding fatiha of the children of the Emirs of Kano and Bichi.
- NELFUND Appointment: President Bola Tinubu has appointed renowned banker and businessman Jim Ovia as the Chairman of the Board of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).
- Benue Governor’s Warning: Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has urged his predecessors, including Samuel Ortom, to refrain from interfering in his administration, warning that he will not tolerate any attempts to destabilize his government.
- APC Alleges NNPP Protests: The APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, has accused the NNPP-led government in Kano State of hiring protesters to demand his resignation.
- Military Commander Killed: A military commander, a major in the army, has been killed in an ambush at an army camp in Sabon Garin Dan’Ali, Danmusa LGA, Katsina State.
- Bandits Attack Emir’s Palace: Bandits have attacked the palace of the Emir of Zurmi, Alhaji Bello Muhammad Bunu, killing three people and abducting some residents of the town.
- Suleja Prison Break: The Nigeria Correctional Service is intensifying efforts to recapture escaped inmates from the Suleja Medium Security Custodial Centre, with the government planning to relocate and upgrade correctional facilities.
- EFCC Arrests Currency Speculators: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 34 suspected currency speculators accused of foreign exchange fraud and contributing to the dollarization of the economy.
Top 10 News Highlights for April 27, 2024 This roundup covers some of the most significant news stories from Nigerian newspapers, ranging from political developments, security incidents, and government appointments to economic and legal matters.