Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Thursday, Morning, December 28

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

1. Governor Rotimi Akeredolu’s Death:

   • Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has tragically passed away, confirmed by a family source. His death occurred in Lagos, and it is reported that State House doctors managed him until his demise due to the inability to fly him abroad for treatment.

2. Transition of Leadership:

   • Acting Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has officially been sworn in as the Governor of Ondo State. The ceremony, held at the Cocoa Conference Hall in Akure, was administered by Chief Judge Justice Olusegun Odusola at 5:18 pm.

3. Heavy-hearted Inauguration:

   • In his opening remarks, Governor Aiyedatiwa expressed a heavy heart, acknowledging the honor and responsibility following the unfortunate passing of Governor Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu.

4. Road Rehabilitation Initiative:

   • Mohammed Odeh Adah, President of Ochacho Foundation, has initiated the rehabilitation of the dilapidated Otukpo Township Road, aiming to alleviate the longstanding plight of motorists and commuters.

5. Femi Falana Condemns Plateau State Massacre:

   • Human rights lawyer Femi Falana (SAN) has strongly condemned the recent massacre in Plateau State, urging the Nigerian government to take decisive measures to stop the wanton killing.

6. INEC Directors on Terminal Leave:

   • INEC has ordered four of its directors to proceed on terminal leave as they retire from service. Two served as Heads of Departments at the National Headquarters, while the others were Administrative Secretaries in State offices.

7. Shekarau’s Advice on Kano Governorship Tussle:

   • Former Kano State Governor Ibrahim Shekarau advised Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and his opponent Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna to accept the final verdict of the Supreme Court in good faith, acknowledging that power belongs to God.

8. CBN Assures Safety of Depositors’ Funds:

   • The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has assured depositors of the safety of their funds in all Nigerian banks. The statement emphasized the security of depositors’ monies across the banking sector.

9. Kano State Government Denies Misappropriation Claim:

   • The Kano State Government denied claims of planning to spend N8 billion meant for the upkeep of its Local Government Areas. The government refuted the APC’s claim of unjustified spending.

10. Death of Former House Speaker Ghali Umar Na’Abba:

    • Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ghali Umar Na’Abba, has passed away at the age of 65. Details surrounding his demise remain unclear at this time. Na’Abba served as the second Speaker in the current 4th Republic.