Naija News: Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Monday, 24th July, 2023

Naija News, read Top Headlines today, Sonday, 24th 2023 below.

Below are the Newspaper Headlines & Naija News today from Nigerian Newspapers. Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:

1. Charles Uwagbale, a 48-year-old drug kingpin notorious for sponsoring young Nigerians to traffic cocaine to Europe, was apprehended by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) during a late-night raid on Friday, July 21, in a hotel room in the Okota area of Lagos State. The arrest took place as Uwagbale was preparing one of his recruited couriers, Uju Dominic, 35, to swallow 93 pellets of cocaine meant for distribution in Italy.

   Uju Dominic had been enlisted by Uwagbale from his base in Italy, agreeing to come to Nigeria, ingest 100 pellets of cocaine, and return to Italy on Saturday, July 22. The mule was accommodated in the Golden Heaven Hotel, located at Enoma Street, off Ago-Palace Way, Okota, Isolo, Lagos.

2. On Sunday, the much-anticipated Big Brother Naija All Stars commenced, setting the stage for an intense battle among housemates competing for the coveted N120 Million prize.

   Guiding the audience through the excitement was the show’s charismatic host, Ebuka Obi Uchendu, who introduced the All Stars’ lineup. These carefully selected housemates were chosen from previous editions of the show, bringing a mix of familiar faces and new challenges.

3. The peaceful commercial town of Ore in the Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State was plunged into sorrow on Sunday evening as a devastating tanker explosion resulted in the loss of several lives within the community.

   Eyewitnesses reported that a tragic accident occurred along Showboy road, near a filling station in the area. Following the crash of a tanker truck, an alarming number of residents hurried to the scene with the intention of scooping petrol from the spilled fuel. However, disaster struck when a spark from a mobile phone ignited the fuel, causing a massive explosion.

4. Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has rallied the Super Falcons of Nigeria ahead of their crucial Group B encounter against Australia in the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

   Following the team’s impressive performance in their hard-fought draw against Canada in their opening match, the former Nigerian finance minister sent her best wishes to the Falcons as they prepare to take on the tournament co-hosts, Australia, on Thursday, July 27, 2023.

5. Reports reaching IDOMA VOICE have it that National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, has released the list of successful candidates for its 2023 recruitment.

   The list was released on the official website of the agency on Sunday. It was gathered that the successful candidates are expected to report at academy in Jos, Plateau State on or July 31.

6. Tragedy struck in the Kankia Local Government Area of Katsina State as gunmen attacked a Low-Cost residential estate near the Kankia General Hospital, resulting in the death of a man on Saturday night.

   According to Channels Television, the victim, identified as Alhaji Ibrahim Baraya Solo, was shot and killed when he attempted to confront the gunmen, who arrived at the scene on motorcycles.

7. The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue state has raised concerns over Governor Hyacinth Alia’s presence at a one-year remembrance Mass in honor of late Prince Paeke Shepnaan, the son of the President of the Court of Appeal, Justice Bolna’an Dongban-Mensem, in Plateau State.

   In a statement issued on Sunday in Makurdi by the State Publicity Secretary, Bemgba Iortyom, the PDP expressed suspicion about Governor Alia’s attendance, considering his pending case at the Governorship Election Petitions Tribunal in Makurdi.

8. Abdullahi Mahruf, popularly known as Trinityguy, an Ibadan-based skit-maker, has been released on bail from detention at the Agodi correctional centre. The release came on Friday evening after Trinityguy met the bail conditions set for his release.

   The news of his release was confirmed in a verified Facebook post by his colleague, Abdul Gafar Ahmad Oluwatoyin, also known as Lawyer Kunle. He expressed his well-wishes for Trinityguy, hoping that Almighty Allah guides him on the right path. The post also highlighted Trinityguy’s fervent prayers for vindication, evident from a black spot on his forehead in his new pictures.

9. The Benue State Government has vowed to take action against senior civil servants implicated in double dipping and receiving multiple salaries. The Chief Press Secretary to Governor Hyacinth Alia, Kula Tersoo, stated that the government will refer these individuals to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for further investigation and possible prosecution.

   The state government recently conducted a staff audit, which revealed around 2,500 ghost workers, as well as other infractions such as double salaries, unlawful employment, salary padding, and payments to deceased and retired individuals. Tersoo emphasized that accountability and transparency are central to the present administration’s values, and senior civil servants found involved in such malpractices will face the consequences.

10. Mr. Patrick Awuda, the grieving father of 27-year-old Chinyere, who tragically lost her life at Cosmilla Hotel in Awka, has expressed deep sorrow over his daughter’s untimely demise. He passionately appealed to the relevant authorities to ensure that justice is served for Chinyere’s death, which has left the entire family in shock and devastation.

    Speaking to journalists in Awka, Mr. Awuda, a 79-year-old from Nnobi in Idemmili South Local Government Area, pleaded with the state government and the Police to conduct a thorough investigation and hold the perpetrators accountable for his daughter’s tragic fate.