Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Sunday Morning, August 13

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

1. Nigerian Embassy in Niger Republic Denies Reports of Attack The Nigerian embassy in Niger Republic has refuted claims of being set ablaze by demonstrators in Niamey, asserting that while protesters attempted to breach the premises, local authorities successfully contained the situation.

2. Funeral Plans Revealed for Pastor Taiwo Odukoya The late Pastor Taiwo Odukoya, founder of Fountain of Life Church, will be honored with a series of events, as detailed in a recently shared e-flier by the church.

3. Adamu Garba Warns ECOWAS Not to Distract Bola Tinubu Member of the APC, Adamu Garba, cautions ECOWAS against diverting President Bola Tinubu’s focus from his responsibilities in Nigeria, alleging the regional bloc’s motives.

4. Biafra Agitator Raises Alarm over Nnamdi Kanu’s Health Biafra agitator Simon Ekpa expresses concern about the deteriorating health of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of IPOB, who remains in DSS custody despite being released from charges.

5. Successful Operations Against Bandits by Nigerian Army Troops of 1 Division Nigerian Army engage marauding bandits in Kaduna State, neutralizing 3 and capturing weaponry and items, yielding positive results in their ongoing clearance operation.

6. Tragic Mosque Collapse in Zaria Claims 10 Lives A mosque collapse during evening prayers in Zaria, Kaduna State, results in 10 fatalities and several injuries, leaving the community in mourning.

7. High-Profile ESN Commander Apprehended in Enugu Nigerian security agencies successfully arrest a prominent ESN Commander known as Mr Ezege, who had made threatening viral messages, in a joint operation in Enugu State.

8. Pastor Adeboye Responds to Demonic Allegations Pastor Enoch Adeboye addresses online allegations of consulting demons before preaching, challenging doubters to pray for his demise if guilty.

9. Diesel Prices Surge in Lagos and Southwest Region Diesel prices in Lagos and the Southwest region rise to N867 and N875 per litre respectively, attributed to escalating ex-depot prices despite prior deregulation.

10. Resident Doctors Suspend Nationwide Strike The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors ends their nationwide strike initiated on July 26, after the government addresses some of their key demands.