Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Sunday Morning, September 17

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

1. Unidentified gunmen abducted an individual believed to be an active-duty police officer in Toro LGA, Bauchi State, following the recent successful release of 33 kidnapping victims in Alkaleri LGA within the same state.

2. Toro town in Bauchi State witnessed chaos when gunmen invaded, firing indiscriminately and abducting a serving Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP), causing panic among residents.

3. Naira Marley, on behalf of his label Marlian Music, expressed sadness over the passing of his ex-signee, MohBad, and the lack of a fitting burial for him.

4. The Commissioner for Youth, Sports, and Creativity in Benue State, Rt. Hon. Terkimbi Ikyange, reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to rejuvenating the sports sector in line with the state’s vision for social cohesion and economic development.

5. The United Kingdom Home Office announced a substantial increase in visit and student visa fees, with the visit visa fee rising by 667% and the student visa fee by 286%, effective from October 4.

6. The Senate denied reports of senators planning to impeach Senate President Godswill Akpabio, refuting allegations of being a “lap dog” for President Bola Tinubu.

7. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu was reportedly embarrassed over reports of the deal to normalize relations between Nigeria and the UAE, which included lifting the UAE visa ban on Nigerian travelers.

8. The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, is set to constitute a Supreme Court panel to hear an appeal arising from the Presidential Election Petitions Court (PEPC) judgment.

9. Some top politicians, strongly opposed to Senate President Godswill Akpabio, are reportedly plotting his impeachment, accusing him of not meeting expectations and being too aligned with President Bola Tinubu.

10. The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) announced a reorganization of its operations across various formations and theatres to restore peace, combat criminals, and maintain order across the country.