Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Friday morning, March 31

Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Friday morning, March 31 can be accessed below

1. Debt Burden in Kaduna State: Governor Uba Sani revealed inheriting a substantial debt of $587 million, N85 billion, and 115 contractual liabilities from the previous administration, affecting the state’s finances.

2. Impeachment Threat in Rivers State: The Rivers State House of Assembly raised the possibility of impeaching Governor Sim Fubara if deemed necessary to uphold the Constitution.

3. Widow of Late Singer Mohbad Seeks DNA Test: Omowunmi, widow of late singer Mohbad, expressed distress over persistent threats towards her and her son Liam, urging for a DNA test to confirm paternity.

4. Edo State Governorship Election Candidates: INEC has published forms and details of candidates for the September 21 governorship election in Edo State.

5. Allegations Against Supporters of Peter Obi: Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga alleged that supporters of Peter Obi want President Bola Tinubu’s government to fail.

6. Leadership as Service: Former President Olusegun Obasanjo emphasized leadership as an opportunity to serve people selflessly.

7. Reopening of Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos: The Third Mainland Bridge in Lagos is set to fully reopen on April 4, 2024, after a seven-week partial closure for maintenance.

8. Extension of NIN Linkage Deadline: The NCC announced an extension of the deadline for linking telephone lines to NIN from April 15, 2024, to July 31, 2024.

9. Court Order to Release Suspected Terrorists: The military received a court order to release at least 313 suspected terrorists in Borno State.

10. Absenteeism of Edo State Deputy Governor from Gubernatorial Race: Philip Shaibu, the Deputy Governor of Edo State, was notably absent from the list of candidates for the upcoming gubernatorial election released by INEC.