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Naija News: Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Monday 16th September, 2024

Good morning, Nigeria! Welcome to your daily news roundup of the top headlines making waves across the nation today, Monday, September 16th, 2024.

  1. President Tinubu expressed sadness over the death of over 40 farmers in Zamfara’s boat accident and pledged support to affected families, directing emergency agencies to address the tragedies.

  2. The NNPC has initiated the first petrol lift from the Dangote Refinery, marking a significant step in the nation’s oil production strategy. The NNPC remains the sole buyer of petrol from the refinery.

  3. Labour Party’s Peter Obi criticized the Presidency for comparing him with Donald Trump, calling it a misguided attempt to tarnish his reputation ahead of future political engagements.

  4. Following severe floods that collapsed a prison wall in Maiduguri, authorities reported 274 inmates missing. Rescue efforts are underway in the flood-hit region where over a million residents are displaced.

  5. The Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered heightened security nationwide ahead of the Eid-el-Maulud festivities, assuring Nigerians of safe celebrations.

  6. Finance Minister Wale Edun hinted that petrol prices might decrease as the Dangote Refinery scales up production, offering hope for economic relief in Nigeria.

  7. Activist Omoyele Sowore reported his bag missing after being briefly detained by immigration officers at Lagos airport, citing a decades-long watchlist issue.

  8. Air Peace CEO Allen Onyema praised President Tinubu and Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo for signing the Cape Town Convention, which could reduce airfare and promote industry growth.

  9. The NNPC clarified it purchased petrol at ₦898 per litre from Dangote Refinery, contradicting earlier reports of a lower rate.

  10. Former President Obasanjo visited Minna to meet former leaders Babangida and Gusau, reportedly discussing Nigeria’s current economic challenges while celebrating Babangida’s 83rd birthday.

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