Categories: Nigeria News

Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Saturday, Morning, December 9

  1. Controversy Surrounds Nigerian Army Airstrikes in Kaduna: 10 Key Points

    • Officers from the Nigerian Air Force express frustration over recent airstrikes by the Nigerian Army in Tundun Biri, Kaduna State.
    • The drone attack during Maulud celebrations resulted in over 120 deaths and more than 60 injuries.
  2. Dino Melaye Reflects on Kogi State Election: 10 Insights

    • Dino Melaye, PDP governorship candidate in Kogi, comments on the recent election, highlighting the diversity of senatorial district influence.
    • Usman Ododo declared winner; Melaye finishes third.
  3. Federal High Court Orders Plenary in Rivers State House: 10 Key Details

    • Abuja court instructs Rivers State House of Assembly members loyal to Nyesom Wike to hold plenary amid ongoing legal disputes.
    • Court restrains Rivers State Government from withholding funds and prevents the National Assembly from taking over functions.
  4. Presidency Clarifies Pullako Initiative: 10 Important Points

    • Special Assistant to the President on Social Media, Dada Olusegun, explains the non-kinetic approach of the Pullako initiative in addressing challenges in the North West.
    • Initiative designed to tackle kidnapping, banditry, and other issues.
  5. CBN Urges Alternative Payment Methods: 10 Highlights

    • Central Bank of Nigeria warns against the circulation of fake naira notes, especially in higher denominations.
    • Nigerians advised to embrace alternative payment methods amid concerns over counterfeit currency.
  6. Sultan of Sokoto Calls for Justice in Kaduna Airstrikes: 10 Noteworthy Statements

    • Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar demands justice for victims of military airstrikes in Tudun Biri village, Kaduna State.
    • Expresses concern over the high death toll resulting from the airstrikes.
  7. Ohanaeze Ndigbo Alleges Plot Against Nnamdi Kanu: 10 Key Claims

    • Igbo sociopolitical organization alleges Southeast governors, senators, and leaders hindering the release of Nnamdi Kanu.
    • Claims that the plot aims to transfer Kanu to Kuje Prisons instead of securing his release.
  8. VP Shettima Assures Peace Restoration in Plateau: 10 Reassuring Statements

    • Vice President Kashim Shettima assures swift restoration of peace in Mangu Local Government Area, Plateau State, under the Tinubu administration.
    • Assurance given during a meeting with traditional ruler John Hirse.
  9. Minister Betta Edu Credits Appointment to Prayer by Oyedepo: 10 Highlights

    • Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Betta Edu, reveals that her appointment is a result of a prayer by David Oyedepo.
    • Testimony shared during the ongoing Shiloh program of Living Faith Church.
  10. Katsina Governor Suspends Principal Amid Assault Allegations: 10 Notable Actions

    • Governor Dikko Umaru Radda suspends Lawal Ibrahim, the Principal of Government Day School in Dantankari, over sexual assault allegations.
    • Swift investigation ordered by the Commissioner of Basic and Secondary Education.
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