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Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Monday, 28th October, 2024

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Monday, 28th October, 2024

  1. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu, defended the president against claims of being unfeeling, stating that Tinubu understands the pain of Nigerians and aims to improve the economy.

  2. Onanuga clarified that President Tinubu acquired a refurbished Airbus A330, not a new jet, emphasizing the need for cost-effective maintenance of older aircraft in the presidential fleet.

  3. The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) criticized the IMF for its role in Nigeria’s economic policies, particularly the removal of fuel subsidies, which they claim have harmed the Nigerian populace.

  4. The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) explained that security concerns have delayed power restoration in Northern Nigeria, following damage to the Shiroro-Kaduna line.

  5. The Joint Action Committee of NASU and SSANU announced an indefinite strike starting October 27 due to the non-payment of four months’ salaries.

  6. The Pan-Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) formed a High Level Peace and Reconciliation Committee to address tensions between FCTA Minister Nyesom Wike and Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

  7. Senator Jimoh Ibrahim urged the federal government to provide food vouchers to alleviate hunger in Nigeria, suggesting it would benefit around 20 million citizens.

  8. Onanuga cited the “complicated” nature of the case against former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello, explaining why security agencies have struggled to apprehend him despite an EFCC warrant.

  9. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Lagos rejected a ₦10 million bribe while seizing a significant quantity of drugs, including tramadol and codeine.

  10. Former presidential candidate Peter Obi expressed deep concern over prolonged power outages in Northern Nigeria, describing the situation as heartbreaking and detrimental to local businesses.

Agbenu James

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