Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Wednesday morning, April 10

Mass Burial Held for Victims of Suspected Herdsmen Attack: A mass burial was conducted for fifteen victims of a suspected herdsmen attack in Mbakor and Mbolom, Benue State. Governor Hyacinth Alia vowed decisive action to prevent such incidents during his tenure.

Former Kano State Governor Abdullahi Ganduje to Be Arraigned: The Kano State Government plans to arraign former governor Abdullahi Ganduje, his wife, and six others on charges related to alleged misappropriation of state funds and diversion of properties.

Former Benue State Governor Aper Aku’s Residence Engulfed in Flames: Hoodlums set fire to the Gboko residence of late former Benue State Governor Aper Aku. All occupants were evacuated safely before the fire spread.

Establishment of National Health Fellows Programme: President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of the National Health Fellows Programme aimed at engaging young Nigerian fellows from all 774 local government areas.

Call to Reverse Electricity Tariff Hike: The Senior Staff Association of Electricity and Allied Companies urges President Tinubu’s government to reverse the recent 245% electricity tariff hike.

Demand for PDP Acting National Chairman’s Resignation: Some members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the House of Representatives demand the immediate resignation of the party’s Acting National Chairman, Umar Ililya Damagum, citing allegations of anti-party activities.

Death of Former Super Eagles Defender Bright Essieme: Former Super Eagles and Enugu Rangers Int’l FC defender Bright Essieme passes away at 32 after a brief illness. He was a pivotal member of Rangers’ Premier League-winning squad in 2016.

Super Falcons Qualify for Olympics: The Super Falcons qualify for the Olympics for the first time since 2008 after beating South Africa 1-0 on Aggregate.

Arrest of Child Abductor: The Police Command in Ebonyi arrests a woman known for abducting and selling children. Six children were rescued from her custody.

Claims Regarding Governor Godwin Obaseki’s Deputy Appointment: Andrew Emwanta, former Edo State Commissioner for Information, makes claims about Governor Obaseki’s appointment of Omobayo Marvellous Godwins as his new deputy, suggesting political strategies for the upcoming gubernatorial election.