Categories: Nigeria News

Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Sunday morning, August 18

Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Sunday morning, 18th August 2024 can be accessed below

  1. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is investigating former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele for allegedly spending ₦18 billion to print one billion ₦100 notes, bypassing standard procedures.

  2. Former Ogun State Governor Ibikunle Amosun clarified his role in a dispute with a Chinese firm that led to the seizure of three Nigerian aircraft in Europe. The dispute involves a revoked contract from 2016.

  3. Labour Party’s Peter Obi called for a nationwide war against insecurity, citing recent kidnappings in Benue and Edo States, which highlight the worsening security situation.

  4. President Bola Tinubu ordered that only authorized officials with business at the UN General Assembly in New York should attend, aiming to reduce government spending.

  5. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Ltd (NNPCL) debunked rumors that it was selling employment slots, warning the public against falling for such scams.

  6. elections, planning to take legal action against the rushed amendment of electoral laws by the state government.

  7. The National Peace Committee (NPC) revealed it was pressured during the 2023 presidential election to urge INEC to cancel the election, as some partisan forces sought to influence the outcome.

  8. Former NCDC DG Professor Abdusalam Nasidi criticized the World Health Organization for not prioritizing Africa in the distribution of the Monkeypox vaccine, despite the continent being heavily affected.

  9. The Nigerian Medical Association urged the federal government to secure the release of 20 medical students abducted in Benue State while traveling to a conference.

  10. The Botswana High Commissioner to Nigeria, Philda Nani Kereng, encouraged more Nigerians to move to Botswana, highlighting potential opportunities in business and tourism.

Treasure Orokpo

A multi-talented individual with a passion for diverse fields, Treasure Orokpo is a trained journalist, skilled cook, and AI enthusiast. When she's not uncovering the latest stories, you can find her whipping up culinary creations in the kitchen and entertainment.

Recent Posts

Probe panel: Ortom defeats Benue state govt at appeal court

The Court of Appeal, Makurdi Division, on Thursday set aside the ruling of the Benue…

8 hours ago

Police take action over murder of lawyer Mark Ofikwu in Otukpo

The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the tragic killing of prominent Otukpo-based lawyer and…

9 hours ago

BREAKING: Reps reject bill proposing six-year single tenure for president, governors

A bill proposing a six-year single term for the office of the president and state…

11 hours ago

BREAKING: Senate approves Tinubu’s ₦1.77 Trillion loan request to address 2024 Budget deficit

The Senate has approved President Bola Tinubu’s ₦1.77 trillion ($2.2b) loan request following a voice…

11 hours ago

Finland arrests Simon Ekpa, four others over terrorism financing

Finnish-Nigerian separatist leader, Simon Ekpa, and four others have been arrested in Finland for involvement…

12 hours ago

BREAKING: Biafra: Simon Ekpa arrested in Finland

Finnish-Nigerian separatist agitator, Simon Ekpa, and four other persons have been arrested in Finland over…

12 hours ago