Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Monday, Morning, March 4

Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Monday, Morning, March 4 can be assessed below

1. Chef Naira Victor Sets New Guinness World Record: Chef Tartenger Victor, also known as Chef Naira Victor, has accomplished an extraordinary feat, breaking the Guinness World Record for the longest individual cooking marathon. He cooked nonstop for an impressive 135 hours.

2. Benue State Embezzlement Scandal: The House of Representatives has summoned the Special Adviser to the Benue State Governor and others for questioning regarding the alleged embezzlement of N20 billion belonging to the 23 local government councils of the state. The accused individuals are expected to address concerns about gross abuse of office and massive fraud.

3. Looting Incident at NEMA Warehouse in Abuja: Residents in the Federal Capital Territory reportedly looted a warehouse belonging to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) due to prevailing economic difficulties. The incident took place in Abuja’s FCT area, with authorities confirming that the situation is now under control.

4. Deeper Life Bible Church Leader Advocates Charity: The General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church, Dr. William Kumuyi, advises Christians to share their offerings with the poor and unemployed in their communities, rather than directing all contributions to the church.

5. Suspected Herdsmen Attacks in Benue State: Armed suspected herdsmen have carried out attacks in villages across Apa and Agatu local government areas of Benue State, resulting in at least nine casualties. The incidents occurred on Thursday and Friday, with residents reporting fatalities in both areas.

6. Landmark Agreements Between Nigeria and Qatar: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of Qatar, oversee the signing of crucial agreements between Nigeria and Qatar. The agreements cover sectors such as education, enterprise development, investment promotion, youth empowerment, mining, tourism, and sports.

7. Senate to Reexamine 2024 National Budget: The 10th Senate, led by Godswill Akpabio, considers the need to reassess the 2024 national budget, currently standing at N28.77 trillion. The move is prompted by the continuous depreciation of the Naira against the US dollar and aims to address economic implications.

8. Potential Changes in Presidential Candidate Eligibility: Ongoing efforts to amend specific provisions of the 1999 Constitution may impact the North-West, South-West, and South-South geopolitical zones, potentially hindering their ability to field presidential candidates in the 2027 general elections.

9. APC Chieftain Urges Governors to Support Tinubu’s Economic Efforts: An APC chieftain in Osun state, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, calls on state governors to refrain from sabotaging President Bola Tinubu’s efforts to fix Nigeria’s economy. Emphasizes the collective responsibility of governors and senior civil servants in the nation’s economic recovery.

10. Sowore Urges Immediate Protest Against Hardship: Omoyele Sowore, the Presidential candidate of the AAC in the 2023 elections, urges Civil Society Organizations and Nigerians to protest against increased hardship without waiting for the Nigerian Labour Congress’s ultimatum. Expresses concern about the nation’s current economic challenges.