Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Tuesday morning, May 14

Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Tuesday morning, May 14

1. Legal Action Against Lead British International School: Namitra Bwala, a student at Lead British International School, Gwarimpa, Abuja, has filed a lawsuit against the institution for failing to provide a safe learning environment. The case, registered under FCT/HC/CV/2341/24, aims to address the alleged bullying incident she endured.

2. Bullying Incident Goes Viral: Videos emerged online, showing Namitra Bwala being bullied by her peers at Lead British International School. The distressing videos, shared by a user named #mooyeeeeeee, depict instances of physical and emotional abuse, sparking outrage and drawing attention to the issue of school bullying.

3. Rivers State Government to Probe Nyesom Wike’s Administration: Governor Siminalayi Fubara’s administration in Rivers State plans to investigate the activities of former Governor Nyesom Wike’s tenure. An investigative committee is set to be established to scrutinize the operations of Wike’s government during his eight years in power.

4. President Tinubu’s Commitment to Inclusive Education: President Bola Tinubu expressed his administration’s dedication to ensuring all Nigerian children have access to quality education. He emphasized the importance of inclusive education, skills development, and gender equity during a campaign launch at the State House in Abuja.

5. Support for President Tinubu’s Policies: The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, defended President Tinubu’s policies, stating they are essential for Nigeria’s progress. Bagudu praised Tinubu’s initiatives, highlighting their significance for Nigeria’s development.

6. Central Bank Governor Addresses Interest Rates: Olayemi Cardoso, the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), indicated that interest rates would remain high until the inflation rate decreases. Cardoso affirmed the CBN’s commitment to implementing measures to combat inflation effectively.

7. Accusations Against Abia State Governor: The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) in Abia State accused Governor Alex Otti of withholding workers’ salaries for seven months. The NLC criticized Otti’s administration over the alleged non-payment of salaries.

8. Labour Party Presidential Candidate’s Meeting with PDP Figures: Peter Obi’s campaign team discussed the possibility of him joining the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) after meeting with key figures including Atiku Abubakar, Sule Lamido, and Bukola Saraki. The meeting aimed to strategize on rescuing Nigeria from the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

9. Proposed Overhaul of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC): The Federal Government plans to review, restructure, and reform the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to align with future demands. The Minister of Youth Development, Dr. Jamila Ibrahim, announced this initiative during a meeting with NYSC management and heads of corps-producing institutions in Abuja.

10. EFCC Clarifies Stance on Foreign Currency Transactions: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) clarified that it did not ban foreign missions from transacting in dollars. The agency issued an advisory to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to stabilize the value of the naira, refuting claims of a ban on foreign currency transactions.