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Nigerian Newspapers: 10 things to know this Wednesday, Morning, January 24

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  1. Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore President Arrested: Bello Bodejo, the President of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, has been reportedly arrested by Nigeria’s Department of State Services (DSS) at the union’s head office in Nasarawa State.

  2. Nigeria vs Cameroon in AFCON Round of 16: Nigeria is set to face eternal rivals Cameroon in the Round of 16 at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. The match is scheduled to take place at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium, Abidjan, on Saturday.

  3. FCT Minister Alleges Sabotage Against Tinubu’s Government: Nyesom Wike, the Minister of FCT, has accused some politicians of actively working to ensure that President Tinubu’s government does not survive. He claims these politicians are exaggerating specific attacks to create tension in the country.

  4. 24-Hour Curfew Imposed in Plateau State: Governor Caleb Mutfwang has implemented a 24-hour curfew in the Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State due to escalating security challenges. The decision aims to prevent a breakdown of law and order.

  5. Ogun State Speaker Oluomo Faces Impeachment: The Speaker of the Ogun State House of Assembly, Olakunle Oluomo, has been impeached, with Hon. Oludaisi Elemide appointed as his replacement. The Assembly faced a crisis with this unexpected change.

  6. EFCC to Arraign Ex-Anambra Governor for Money Laundering: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to arraign the immediate-past governor of Anambra State, Willie Obiano, on charges related to alleged money laundering amounting to N4 billion.

  7. Plateau State Assembly Crisis: Ousted PDP members press for entry: Members of the Plateau State House of Assembly from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who were removed by the Court of Appeal, are seeking entry into Tuesday’s session despite their removal.

  8. Tragic Accident on Kano-Abuja Expressway: A lone accident on the Kano-Abuja expressway resulted in the loss of 16 lives and injuries to four individuals. The accident occurred due to overspeeding, causing the driver to lose control of the bus.

  9. Chrisland School Trial: Father Testifies Daughter Was Dead Before Hospital Arrival: In the ongoing trial of Chrisland School over the alleged death of Whitney Adeniran, her father revealed during cross-examination that she had already passed away before being taken to the hospital by the school management.

  10. Seamless Process for Federal Government Student Loan Program: Officials assure that accessing the Federal Government’s student loan program will be a seamless, automated process without human contact. The scheme is expanded to include young Nigerians interested in skill development outside tertiary institutions.