Categories: Nigeria News

Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Tuesday Morning, August 15

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

  1. Soldiers Attack LASTMA Officer in Lagos: A group of soldiers allegedly assaulted a LASTMA officer in Lagos, prompting a violent incident over a traffic-related matter.

  2. Pastor Enenche Warns of Possible War in Nigeria: Pastor Paul Enenche warns of the potential for conflict in Nigeria and across Africa, emphasizing the urgency of addressing current challenges.

  3. Nigerian Air Force Aircraft Crashes: A Nigerian Air Force aircraft crashes during transit from Kaduna to Minna, resulting in an ongoing effort to rescue crew members and passengers.

  4. Bandits Attack Zamfara Local Government Headquarters: Armed bandits attack the Bungudu local government headquarters in Zamfara State, causing casualties and abducting individuals.

  5. Customs Intercept Live Cartridges in Ogun: The Nigerian Customs Service seizes 1,245 live cartridges hidden within bags of rice in Ogun State.

  6. IPOB Declares Continuation of ESN: The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) announces that it will not dissolve its militant wing, the Eastern Security Network (ESN).

  7. Bobrisky’s Father Passes Away: Controversial figure Bobrisky’s father, Kunle Okuneye, reportedly passes away.

  8. Super Falcons Meet First Lady at Aso Rock: Nigerian women’s football team, the Super Falcons, receives an invitation to meet with Nigeria’s First Lady, symbolizing their contribution to the nation’s sporting legacy.

  9. APC’s Interlocutory Appeal Rejected: The Court of Appeal rejects an interlocutory appeal by the APC challenging a tribunal ruling in Benue State and orders payments to the PDP and its candidate.

  10. Pastor Bakare Criticizes Bola Tinubu: Pastor Tunde Bakare accuses Bola Tinubu of causing undue suffering for Nigerians through his alleged actions, urging a focus on combating corruption.

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