Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Saturday, 2nd November, 2024

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Saturday, 2nd November 2024

1. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar condemned President Tinubu’s administration for detaining minors involved in the #EndBadGovernance protests, highlighting the disturbing treatment of these young demonstrators.

2. Several Edo State government officials, including the Accountant General, have reportedly been arrested by the EFCC for their roles as signatories to state accounts, leading to disruptions in state operations and payments.

3. The Tinubu administration is set to withdraw controversial tax reform bills following pushback from northern governors and traditional leaders concerned about the implications for VAT distribution.

4. Major oil marketers have increased petrol prices, with the average price per litre rising to N1,050 in Lagos, while independent marketers have raised prices even higher in various locations.

5. The All Progressives Congress (APC) has filed a lawsuit to halt revenue allocations to Rivers State local governments until valid elections are conducted, citing a lack of elected officials as a democratic issue.

6. A Federal High Court has ordered the final forfeiture of $2.045 million and multiple properties belonging to former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele, who did not contest the claims against him.

7. Former lawmaker Chidi Lloyd criticized Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara for allegedly operating without commissioners, claiming this undermines governance in the state.

8. The Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) stated that Dangote’s fuel prices are higher than competitors, urging transparency in pricing to aid their members’ decisions.

9. Senator Sani Musa condemned the detention of minors involved in protests, calling it inhumane and urging an investigation into their treatment by the judicial system.

10. Former Senator Ishaku Abbo accused a top judicial officer of demanding a bribe, highlighting serious concerns about corruption within the Nigerian judiciary that could hinder the country’s democratic progress.