Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Monday, 24th February, 2025

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the IDOMA VOICE News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Monday, 24th February 2025

1. Ohanaeze Ndigbo has called for an apology from President Tinubu, past military leaders, and the government for decades of Igbo suffering, following IBB’s claim that the 1966 coup was not an Igbo coup.

2. The Association of Telecommunications Companies of Nigeria (ATCON) warns that a diesel shortage—sparked by a strike from petroleum tanker drivers—could lead to a network shutdown in Lagos and Ogun States.

3. PDP governors applaud Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke for the smooth conduct of local government elections, praising the democratic process and good governance.

4. Tinubu’s Minister of Housing, Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, has threatened to leave the APC in Kano if divisive figures like Abdullahi Abbas are reinstated as party chairman.

5. The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has killed at least 23 bandits in Zamfara State during an airstrike targeting cattle rustlers, recovering stolen livestock in the process.

6. Governor Adeleke has ordered newly sworn-in local government chairmen and councillors to avoid operating within council secretariats to maintain law and order in Osun State.

7. Former NHRC Chairman Chidi Odinkalu has slammed General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida’s autobiography for making unfounded allegations against deceased figures.

8. Governor Soludo stands by the closure of certain markets in Anambra State for security and anti-drug efforts, dismissing calls from political actors like Peter Obi to reopen them.

9. Nollywood actress Adesua Etomi opened up on her personal health challenges, including undergoing an emergency C-section, while also marking her birthday with gratitude for overcoming these hardships.

10. Liverpool secured a 2-0 win over Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, with Mohamed Salah playing a key role, as they close in on the 2024/25 Premier League title.