Categories: Nigeria News

Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Monday Morning, September 11

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:

  1. The Super Eagles of Nigeria started their match against Sao Tome and Principe in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers with an aggressive and offensive approach.

  2. Nigeria applied relentless pressure and managed to secure an early opening goal, with Lookman providing the assist to Victor Osimhen.

  3. Distinguished Senator Abba Moro emerged victorious at the National Assembly Election Tribunal, defending his victory in the February senatorial election against Comrade Dan Onjeh of APC.

  4. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) uncovered a clandestine operation involving illicit drugs concealed within tins of tomato paste, as revealed by Femi Babafemi, the Director of Media and Advocacy at NDLEA.

  5. Sean Strickland defeated Israel Adesanya, becoming the new UFC middleweight champion of the world in a match held at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia.

  6. The Commissioner of Police for the Federal Capital Territory Command, Haruna Garba, confirmed the arrest and detention of a Department of State Services (DSS) operative involved in a shooting incident.

  7. Unknown gunmen shot popular footballer Haaven Felix, also known as Fabregas, near Benue State University’s first camp.

  8. Nigeria’s Minister of Finance and coordinating minister of the economy, Wale Edun, urged Indian investors to explore investment opportunities in Nigeria during the G20 summit in India.

  9. The final burial ceremony of Pastor Taiwo Odukoya was attended by notable figures and guests, including musician Banky W, Bishop David Abioye, and Pastor Mike Okonkwo.

  10. U.S. President Joe Biden commended President Bola Tinubu for his “strong leadership” in response to a coup in Niger Republic. Additionally, Nollywood actress Moyo Lawal broke her silence on her private video, which had leaked online, sparking controversy and discussions.

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