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Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Thursday morning, July 25

Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Wednesday morning, July 25

  1. Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, commended President Tinubu for his efforts to improve Nigeria, specifically mentioning the signing of the North West Development Commission Bill to address regional challenges.

  2. The Federal Government has resumed mass trials for over 300 terrorism suspects to ensure swift and transparent justice, involving multiple stakeholders and reputable judges.

  3. The Federal Government has appealed for patience and dialogue in response to calls for nationwide protests due to economic hardships, emphasizing their commitment to resolving issues peacefully.

  4. Former Senate President Pius Anyim has defected from the PDP to the APC, with Imo State Governor Hope Uzodinma presenting him to President Tinubu, highlighting the administration’s positive influence in the South East region.

  5. The Federal Government has reduced allowances for Nigerian scholars abroad by 12.7% due to economic crises, impacting students in countries like Russia, Morocco, and Algeria.

  6. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) supports Nigerians facing hardship and urges the government to engage in dialogue with protest leaders rather than using force.

  7. The NDLEA has arrested a notorious drug cartel leader, Sulaiman Jimoh, alias Temo, after years of evasion, commending the efforts of the Lagos State Command and Special Task Force.

  8. The National Assembly has commenced a seven-week recess, with plans to reconvene on September 17th, 2024. They passed a new minimum wage bill before the break.

  9. The APC has urged parents to monitor their children to prevent chaos during planned protests and reiterated the government’s commitment to addressing national challenges.

  10. Ahmed Buhari, ADC Vice Presidential candidate, criticized the Supreme Court’s judgment on local government autonomy, suggesting it is a political move by President Tinubu to secure grassroots support for the 2027 election.

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