Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Wednesday Morning, August 31

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

1. Arrests in Warri: The Delta State Police arrested 100 individuals suspected of homosexuality during a same-sex wedding event at a Warri hotel. Cross-dressing is clarified as not being an offense in Nigeria.

2. Daniel Regha’s Opinion: Influencer Daniel Regha suggested that well-known crossdressers like Bobrisky and James Brown should also face arrest for their activities as a deterrent.

3. Death of Nigerian Flag Creator: The visionary creator of the Nigerian flag, Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, has passed away at 87. His son, Akinkunmi Akinwumi Samuel, shared the news through a heartfelt Facebook post.

4. British Scholarships for Nigerians: The British Government awarded Chevening and Commonwealth UK scholarships to 127 deserving Nigerians for pursuing master’s and PhD programs in 2023.

5. Peace Icons Recognition: FCT Minister Nyesom Wike and veteran singer 2Baba have been recognized as part of the ‘100 Most Notable Peace Icons in Africa’.

6. Lagos State Political Meeting: The Lagos State Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC), along with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Speaker Mudashiru Obasa, held a meeting attended by various party stalwarts.

7. Lawsuit Filed: A lawsuit was filed against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Attorney-General Lateef Fagbemi, and Minister of Art, Culture, and Creative Economy, Mrs. Hannatu Musawa.

8. Soldiers’ Loyalty: The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 81 Division Nigerian Army emphasized soldiers’ loyalty to the Commander in Chief and the chain of command during his address.

9. NSCDC Nightclub Arrests: The NSCDC arrested 46 individuals, including 32 females and 14 males, at local nightclubs in Gombe State in accordance with the governor’s directive to close such establishments.

10. Wike’s Political Opinion: Minister Nyesom Wike expressed that Nigerians might have supported Peter Obi’s candidacy if he had been stronger in the 2023 gen