Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Monday, Morning, February 19

Below are 10 things to know this Monday, Morning, February 19

1. Attack in Benue State: Not less than 13 persons are feared dead in a fresh attack by suspected armed herdsmen on Iwili and Entekpa communities in Adoka District of Otukpo Local Government Area, Benue state. The attacks left several injured, and the affected villages have been deserted.

2. Senator Abba Moro’s Condolence: Senator Abba Moro condoles with Chief Audu Ogbeh on the passing of his daughter, Odema Izegbua Akerele, who died on February 9, 2024, at the age of 42. The burial took place on Saturday.

3. Direct Flight between Nigeria and Brazil: Nigerian and Brazilian governments plan to establish a direct flight between the two nations. President Bola Tinubu confirmed the decision after a meeting with his Brazilian counterpart, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.

4. Atiku Abubakar Criticizes Bola Tinubu’s Policies: Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar criticizes the policies of the Bola Tinubu administration, stating that they continue to inflict pain and suffering on Nigerians.

5. SGF George Akume Urges Nigerians to Continue Praying: Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, encourages Nigerians not to give up on prayers despite the current hardships, assuring them of a better future.

6. US Aviation Lawyer’s Concerns on Helicopter Crash: US aviation lawyer Robert Clifford expresses concerns about the tragic helicopter crash in California involving Herbert Wigwe, suggesting that it could potentially have been prevented.

7. Vote of No Confidence in LP National Chairman: Labour Party (LP) chairmen from the 36 states pass a vote of no confidence on the National Chairman, Julius Abure, urging him to step down immediately.

8. Vice President Shettima’s Support for Tinubu: Vice President Kashim Shettima expresses confidence in the Bola Tinubu government, stating that it is on the right path to returning Nigeria to greatness.

9. Catholic Bishops Critique Tinubu’s Policies: Catholic Bishops under the CBCN tell President Bola Tinubu that his policies are causing untold hardship in Nigeria, citing issues such as hunger, unemployment, kidnapping, and general insecurity.

10. Akpabio Accuses Former CBN Governor Emefiele: President of the Nigerian Senate, Godswill Akpabio, accuses former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele of committing economic offenses, including illegal possession of firearms and unauthorized printing of naira notes.