Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Friday, 8th November, 2024

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Friday, 8th November 2024

1. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) reported that the national grid suffered its 11th collapse of the year due to a sudden frequency spike at a substation. TCN is working on repairs but warns that electricity instability may persist until major works are completed.

2. Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, advised newly appointed ministers to prioritize national interests over personal or sectional agendas. He emphasized teamwork to tackle poverty, improve infrastructure, and drive economic growth.

3. The Defence Headquarters revealed the emergence of ‘Lukarawas,’ a new terrorist group infiltrating Nigeria’s northwest region from Niger. The group exploits unmonitored routes due to the recent breakdown in military cooperation following Niger’s political instability.

4. Malaysia’s decision to phase out compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles due to safety concerns sparked reactions in Nigeria. Presidential Adviser Bayo Onanuga clarified that Malaysia’s concerns are specific to LPG risks, not CNG.

5. The Minister of Livestock Development, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, announced plans to revive grazing reserves to mitigate farmer-herder conflicts. Maiha aims to attract private investments and address challenges like high feed costs, disease outbreaks, and climate impact.

6. Nine individuals, including Abu Khadijah and Musa Wa’a, were declared wanted by the Defence Headquarters for terrorism activities in the Northeast. The military called on the public to assist with any information about their whereabouts.

7. The Nigeria National Petroleum Company (NNPC) denied reports of selling contaminated fuel at one of its stations in Keffi. An investigation revealed the dark-colored petrol circulating in bottles was not purchased from its filling stations.

8. Kamoru Ogunlana was appointed as the new Clerk of the National Assembly, taking over from Sani Magaji Tambuwal, who is on retirement leave. This leadership change comes amid retirements of over 30 senior officials following President Tinubu’s recent bill veto.

9. INEC Chairman Mahmood Yakubu cautioned INEC staff in Ondo State against dereliction of duty during the upcoming gubernatorial elections. He also announced that candidates are expected to sign a Peace Accord to ensure a fair and peaceful election process.

10. Bauchi Governor Bala Mohammed voiced concerns over President Tinubu’s tax reforms, which shift VAT distribution to a derivative-based model. He warned that the changes may disproportionately affect less industrialized northern regions, calling for equitable policies.