Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Friday morning, April 9

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1. The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has issued a directive prohibiting banks from accepting foreign currency as collateral for loans denominated in naira. This measure aims to regulate banking practices and stabilize the local currency.

2. Mabel Makun, wife of comedian AY, has publicly addressed marital challenges, advocating for distance as a response to disrespect. This follows AY’s acknowledgment of their marital issues, sparking discussions on relationship dynamics.

3. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has commented on Peter Obi’s potential departure from the Labour Party, stating he is free to leave if he wishes. This highlights internal tensions within the party and its leadership struggles.

4. President Bola Tinubu has approved the National Health Fellows Programme, an initiative aimed at engaging young Nigerian fellows from all local government areas to bolster the country’s healthcare sector.

5. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has recovered N30 billion from the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu, amidst investigations into financial mismanagement allegations.

6. Members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the House of Representatives are demanding the immediate resignation of the party’s Acting National Chairman, citing accusations of anti-party activities and threatening to defect if their demands are not met.

7. Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has confirmed Emirates Airline’s intention to resume flights to Nigeria, signaling positive developments in the aviation sector following pandemic-related disruptions.

8. Impeached Edo State Deputy Governor, Philip Shaibu, has denounced his impeachment as illegal and unjust, calling for resistance against the decision made by the State House of Assembly.

9. The Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, assures the public that efforts are underway to re-arrest Nadeem Anjarwalla, the Binance Regional Manager for Africa, who escaped custody in Nigeria, highlighting law enforcement’s commitment to addressing criminal activities.

10. The Presidency has launched the Citizens’ Delivery Tracker (CDT), aiming to foster citizen-government engagement by establishing feedback mechanisms for monitoring progress in the administration’s priority areas, as announced by IDOMA VOICE.