Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Tuesday, 19th November, 2024

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the IDOMA VOICE News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Tuesday, 19th November 2024

1. Presidency Slams Obasanjo Again – The Presidency has criticised former President Olusegun Obasanjo for his remarks on President Tinubu’s reforms, accusing him of repeatedly undermining successive governments.

2. Tinubu’s Reforms Have Stabilized Economy – Finance Minister Wale Edun praised President Tinubu’s economic reforms, saying they have halted Nigeria’s economic losses and created a stable environment for investment.

3. Nigeria Committed to Tackling Hunger at G20 Summit – President Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to addressing global challenges, particularly hunger and poverty, at the G20 Summit in Brazil.

4. Defense Minister Assures End to Banditry – Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Abubakar Badaru, expressed confidence that banditry will soon be eradicated as the military receives new ATAK-129 helicopters to combat criminals.

5. Reps Support Tax Reform Bills Despite Governors’ Opposition – Deputy Speaker Philip Agbese confirmed that the House of Representatives will back President Tinubu’s tax reform bills, despite threats from state governors.

6. Adeleke Calls Ganduje a Threat to Democracy – Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has condemned APC Chairman Abdullahi Ganduje, urging President Tinubu to caution him over remarks that undermine democracy.

7. Daniel Bwala Clarifies His Role in Tinubu’s Administration – Daniel Bwala, the Special Adviser on Media and Public Communications, clarified his role, stating it is not for personal ambition but to support President Tinubu’s agenda.

8. Presidency Accuses Obasanjo of Undermining Democracy – President Tinubu’s spokesperson, Sunday Dare, accused Obasanjo of weakening Nigeria’s democracy during his tenure, particularly in the diversion of funds for electricity.

9. House of Reps Yet to Decide on Tax Reform Bills – Speaker Tajudeen Abbas stated that the House of Representatives has not yet taken a position on the tax reform bills, which are critical for Nigeria’s economic growth.

10. Tinubu Removes PTAD Boss, Appoints Replacement – President Tinubu has replaced Dr. Chioma Ejikeme with Miss Tolulope Abiodun Odunaiya as the new Executive Secretary of the Pension Transitional Arrangement Directorate (PTAD).