Naija News: Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Sunday, 14th January, 2024

Top Headlines from Naija News, Sunday, 14th January, 2024

1. After the suspension of the four programs under the National Social Investment Programmes Agency (NSIPA) for a six-week period, President Bola Tinubu has granted approval for the establishment of a Special Presidential Panel. According to a statement released on Saturday, January 13, by the special adviser on media and publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, this panel will be led by the Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Honourable Minister of Finance, Wale Edun.

   The primary responsibility of the Special Presidential Panel, as outlined in the statement, is to conduct an immediate and thorough review and audit of the existing financial frameworks and policy guidelines of the social investment programs. The objective is to implement a complete re-engineering of the financial architecture of the programs, incorporating detailed modifications to the procedures guiding their implementation moving forward.

2. The Dress Code Committee, also known as the BSU Task Force, established by the School Management, has issued a crucial notice to the public regarding the dress code and artificiality within and outside the campus premises.

3. The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has finalized arrangements to construct its aircraft hangar at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, Nigeria. Previously, the RCCG utilized the Dominion Aviation Center, which houses the hangar of Living Faith Church, also known as Winners Chapel International, for parking its aircraft. However, recent approvals have paved the way for the RCCG to build its dedicated hangar.

   Aircraft hangars are essential for organizations with private jets, ensuring the long-term safety and cost-effective maintenance of the aircraft. Leaving aircraft parked at open bays can pose challenges, making dedicated hangars a preferred option. The move towards private hangars gained momentum in 2010, addressing the financial burden faced by churches and other organizations with aircraft.

4. A marketing employee of a bank in Lagos State, identified as Amarachi Ugochukwu, has tragically taken her own life.

   According to reports, Amarachi was discovered dead inside the staff toilet of the bank located in the Ikorodu area of the state on Monday, January 8.

5. The demise of Retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Okoye Ikemefuna, has been officially announced by the Inspector General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun.

   A statement released on Friday by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, conveyed the sad news: “The Inspector General of Police, IGP Olukayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, announces with deep sorrow the passing of retired Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Okoye Ikemefuna, who peacefully departed from this world on 7th January 2024.

6. The Minister of Works, David Umahi has described the Supreme Court judgment that affirmed the electoral victory of Governor Francis Nwifuru as the governor of Ebonyi as the vindication of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the party of choice of Ebonyi people.

   In his congratulatory message to the governor on Saturday, Umahi, who was the immediate past governor of the state urged Nwifuru not to relent in deepening the development of the state.

7. The National Assembly will now resume plenary on January 30th instead of January 23, 2024, IDOMA VOICE gathered.

   The Clerk to the House of Representatives, Dr. Yahaya Danzaria, made this known in a terse message seen by our Correspondent in Abuja on Saturday, January 13.

8. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has commenced plans to comprehensively “decongest” its Head Office.

   This initiative, contained in a circular dated 12th January 2023  from the Director, Human Resources Department to all staff is designed to align with building safety standards and enhance office space efficiency.

9. Popular singer, Oche Gabriel Amanyi, better known as Terry G, has shocked his fans and followers as he announces his retirement from music.

   Terry G announced this in a video message via his Instagram platform, explaining that music was good while it lasted.

10. The commencement of Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) journey is set for Sunday, where they will face Equatorial Guinea. Positioned in Group A, the Super Eagles are determined to vie for their fourth AFCON title alongside Cote d’Ivoire.

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