Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Tuesday, 28th January, 2025

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the IDOMA VOICE News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Tuesday, 28th January 2025

1. Tinubu’s Government’s Commitment to Combat Corruption
   President Bola Tinubu’s administration reaffirms its dedication to tackling corruption, revitalizing the economy, enhancing national unity, and ensuring fair elections.

2. Peter Obi Rejects Power-Hungry Coalitions
   Peter Obi, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, distances himself from any coalition aimed solely at seizing power, emphasizing the need for focusing on Nigerians’ welfare.

3. Cash Transfer Programme Update
   Minister Nentawe Yilwatda highlights efforts to resist political interference in the social register for the government’s ₦4 billion conditional cash transfer programme and introduces stricter transparency measures.

4. Kaduna’s Negotiations with Bandits
   Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna confirms his administration’s peace talks with bandits, clarifying that no money is being paid to insurgents, but efforts are underway to restore peace.

5. Buhari Reflects on Governance and Health
   Former President Buhari discusses the challenges of leading Nigeria, noting improvements in his health after stepping down, and urges political leaders to act transparently and fear Allah.

6. Kano Public Complaints Chairman Questioned by Police
   The Nigeria Police clarify that Muhuyi Magaji, Chairman of Kano’s Public Complaints Commission, was invited for questioning, not arrested, following a petition.

7. Kwankwaso Criticizes Kano Police Over False Terror Alert
   Former presidential candidate Rabiu Kwankwaso accuses Kano Police of issuing a baseless terror alert that jeopardized public safety and attempted to disrupt a major religious celebration.

8. Mojisola Meranda Becomes New Lagos Speaker
   Mojisola Meranda is sworn in as Lagos Assembly Speaker, receiving strong support from her colleagues, as the lawmakers praise her leadership and express solidarity.

9. Osun APC Reacts to Aregbesola’s Supporters’ Exit
   The Osun State chapter of the APC downplays the exit of the Omoluabi Progressives group, asserting their departure was expected and signaling a decline in the group’s political influence.

10. Afe Babalola Withdraws Legal Action Against Dele Farotimi
    Afe Babalola agrees to withdraw his defamation suit against activist Dele Farotimi after intervention by Yoruba monarchs, marking a resolution in the dispute.