Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Monday morning, March 18

Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Monday, Morning, March 18 can be assessed below

1. Discounted Food Market Initiated in Lagos: The commencement of sales at Lagos’ food market, “Ounje Eko,” offering discounted prices on essential food items across the state, has been initiated by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

2. Staple Food Items at 25% Discount: Following the announcement by the Lagos state government, staple food items such as rice, beans, garri, bread, eggs, tomatoes, and pepper are now available at a 25% discount.

3. Confession of Notorious Terrorist: Mohammed Dikko Radda, a notorious terrorist apprehended in the North-Western region of Nigeria, admitted to losing count of the people he has killed.

4. Investigation into Data Breach: The Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) announced an investigation into the alleged unauthorized access to enrollees’ personal data by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC).

5. Arrest of Robbery Suspects in Lagos: Two robbery suspects posing as alms beggars in Lagos traffic gridlocks were arrested after forcefully taking a motorist’s mobile phone and jewelry.

6. Condemnation of Attack on Military Officers: President Bola Tinubu condemned the attack on military officers in Delta State, vowing that those responsible will not go unpunished.

7. Concerns Over Election Outcome: Former Governor of Akwa Ibom State, Obong Victor Attah, expressed concern that the outcome of the 2023 elections in Nigeria has damaged the country’s image.

8. Suspension of Lawmakers and Harassment: Eight lawmakers suspended by the Zamfara State House of Assembly have reportedly been forced into hiding due to harassment by political thugs and pursuit by security agents.

9. Military Deployment in Delta State: The Nigerian military deployed armored vehicles to Bomadi, Delta State, following the killing of soldiers on a peace and rescue mission, sparking mixed reactions among concerned Nigerians.

10. Thwarted Kidnap Attempt in Kogi State: Troops of the Nigerian Army thwarted a kidnap attempt on passengers onboard three commercial buses along Akpata-Obajana Road in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State.