Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Tuesday, Morning, February 6

Below are 10 things to know this Tuesday, Morning, February 6

1. Jimi Solanke, Veteran Actor and Folk Singer, Passes Away at 81: Renowned for his contributions to both acting and music, Jimi Solanke’s death marks the end of an era in Nigeria’s entertainment industry.

2. CBN Denies Plans to Convert Domiciliary Account Holdings: The Central Bank of Nigeria refutes recent media reports suggesting intentions to convert $30 billion domiciliary deposits into Naira, labeling the claims as false and aimed at creating panic in the foreign exchange market.

3. Rivers State Governor’s Loyalists’ Bail Applications Dismissed: Federal High Court in Abuja dismisses bail applications of individuals linked to the bombing of the Rivers State House of Assembly, underscoring the gravity of the terrorism-related charges they face.

4. Oyo State Governor Declines PDP Committee Appointment: Seyi Makinde cites late notification and prior state engagements as reasons for declining the appointment as chairman of the PDP’s committee for ward congresses in Edo State.

5. First Lady Offers Reassurance Amid Economic Challenges: Oluremi Tinubu assures Nigerians during a meeting with governors’ wives that the current economic difficulties are temporary and will soon be overcome.

6. CBN Governor Refutes Claims of Outstanding Foreign Exchange Debt: Olayemi Cardoso denies reports of the federal government owing $2.4 billion in foreign exchange, stating that verified forex requests totaling $2.3 billion have been settled.

7. CBN Approves Relocation of Bank Units to Lagos: Olayemi Cardoso explains the decision to relocate some bank units from Abuja to Lagos, citing overpopulation at the headquarters as a contributing factor.

8. Rev. Father Mbaka Urges President Tinubu to Tackle Petroleum Sector Cabals: Ejike Mbaka calls on President Bola Tinubu to address the hardships faced by Nigerians by taking decisive action against cabals in the nation’s petroleum sector.

9. NAFDAC Enforces Ban on Certain Alcoholic Beverages: The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control begins enforcing a ban on the importation, manufacture, distribution, sale, and use of alcoholic beverages in sachets and small bottles.

10. Peter Obi Emphasizes Fight Against Corruption and Criminality: Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, Peter Obi, stresses the importance of tackling corruption and criminality to drive the country forward, highlighting their detrimental effects on professionalism and hard work.