Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Sunday, 10th November, 2024

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Sunday, 10th November 2024

1. The WTO has officially confirmed Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as the only candidate for reappointment as Director-General, as no other nominations were submitted by the November 8 deadline. Okonjo-Iweala’s second term is expected to solidify her leadership at the global trade organization.

2. President Bola Tinubu has reappointed Prof. Abdullahi Mustapha as Director-General of the National Biotechnology Research and Development Agency (NBRDA) for a second five-year term, reflecting confidence in Mustapha’s leadership and his contributions to biotechnology advancements in Nigeria.

3. The Tinubu administration has spent over ₦5 billion on renovating Vice President Shettima’s official residence in Lagos amidst growing concerns over the economic challenges facing Nigerians.

4. Activist Deji Adeyanju has expressed skepticism about President Tinubu’s ability to address Nigeria’s ongoing economic hardship, citing the government’s policies as detrimental to the average Nigerian.

5. President Tinubu will attend the Joint Arab-Islamic Summit in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to discuss the Israel-Palestine conflict and call for a ceasefire and peaceful resolution.

6. Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has criticized the exclusion of the state government from the inauguration plans for his successor, Okpebholo, describing the act as unlawful.

7. The First Lady, Remi Tinubu, has denied reports suggesting she is organizing a national prayer event, calling the news misleading.

8. A new terrorist group, Lakurawa, has attacked a community in Kebbi State, killing 15 people and stealing over 100 cows, sparking security concerns in the region.

9. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has distanced himself from political party affiliations, urging Nigerians to remain optimistic despite the current socio-political challenges.

10. The Obidient Movement and Labour Party are optimistic about Peter Obi’s chances in the 2027 presidential race, with Dr. Tanko Yunusa emphasizing the need for electoral reforms and greater public involvement in the electoral process.