Categories: Nigeria News

Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Tuesday, Morning, January 23

  1. The late Ondo Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, is set to be laid to rest on February 23 in Owo, according to his son’s announcement.

  2. The funeral events will begin on February 15 with a winning soul crusade at MKO Abiola Democracy Park, followed by Jumat Service on February 16 at the Akure Central Mosque.

  3. Police have arrested two suspects, including a local government chairman, for an alleged plot to assassinate Benue Speaker Aondona Hycenth Dajoh.

  4. The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has introduced a free computer-based mock exam for private candidates participating in the 2024 WASSCE.

  5. In Ogun State, a woman was arrested for attempting to drown her five-month-old baby, but a nearby citizen intervened and rescued the child.

  6. Aloy Ejimakor, Special Counsel to Nnamdi Kanu, has submitted a complaint to the British House of Lords regarding Kanu’s detention by the Nigerian Government.

  7. The Federal High Court in Abuja invalidated the N800 billion budget for 2024 signed by Rivers State Governor Simi Fubara.

  8. Burna Boy is set to make history as the first African artist to perform live at the Grammy Awards recording ceremony on February 4, 2024.

  9. Senator Ireti Kingibe expresses no surprise at heightened insecurity in Abuja, citing previous warnings that were disregarded.

  10. Lagos State Government closes down Oke-Afa Market, Isolo Market, and Katangua Market in Abule Egba due to waste disposal violations and unhygienic practices. The Arewa Consultative Forum criticizes the relocation of key departments to Lagos, viewing it as a move to further underdevelop the northern region.

Attah Aaron

Attah Aaron has spent over six years with Idoma Voice. He writes on religion and health.

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