Here’s a brief update of Latest Nigerian News from Nigerian Newspapers of Sunday 6th October 2023.
- Mustapha Habib Ahmed, the Director General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), has issued a warning regarding the recent release of water from the Cameroon Lagdo dam. This release is anticipated to result in more flood disasters affecting several states. The states at risk include Taraba, Benue, Nasarawa, Kogi, Anambra, Edo, Delta, and Bayelsa, with Adamawa already grappling with the effects.
- The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has officially refuted any withdrawal from the appeal process related to the ongoing Kano Governorship election petition case. Mr. Sam Olumekun, National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee of INEC, clarified this matter in a statement released on Saturday night.
- The Federal Government has taken the decision to indefinitely suspend the N-Power program due to identified irregularities within the scheme. An investigation has been initiated to scrutinize the utilization of funds since the inception of the program.
- Palestinian armed group Hamas has initiated an attack against Israel, labeling it “Operation Al-Aqsa Flood.” This event marks a significant escalation and is the most serious since the 11-day war between Israel and Hamas in 2021. Hamas has claimed to have fired 5,000 rockets, while Israel has confirmed the infiltration of the group’s fighters into its territory.
- The Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) has declared its readiness to engage in negotiations with the Federal Government, particularly on the subject of a referendum. IPOB, in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, on Saturday, asserted that it has suffered substantial losses, including the lives of over 5,000 members and properties valued at over $1 billion, due to what it characterizes as the extreme use of force by Nigerian security forces.
- Prof. Samuel Edoumiekumo, the former Chairman of the Committee of Vice-Chancellors of Nigerian Universities, has passed away. Sources close to the family disclosed this information on Saturday evening. Prof. Edoumiekumo, who served as the immediate past Vice-Chancellor of the Niger Delta University in Bayelsa State, succumbed to illness on Friday night.
- The New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) has issued a call to individuals it considers outsiders involved in conflicts within the party to desist from interfering in its internal affairs. The NNPP emphasized its commitment to upholding democracy and its associated benefits, despite internal crises.
- Tragic news emerges as terrorists reportedly abduct more than 30 farmers in the early hours of Saturday in Chikuri community, located within Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State. A resident, Dogara Peter, confirmed this distressing incident and revealed that his mother and sister were among the victims. The abduction took place while the victims were working in Maikudi’s farms.
- Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has dedicated his triumph in the tribunal court to both God and the people of Abia. Governor Otti extended an olive branch to his opponents, urging them to set aside their differences and collaborate in the development of the state. He expressed gratitude for the substantial support received from Abians throughout the election process.
- Ismail Inah Hussein, a former federal lawmaker who represented Idah Federal Constituency in Kogi State, has officially defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to join the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kogi State. Hussein made his declaration during a campaign rally organized by the APC in Ajaka, Igalamela-Odolu Local Government Area.
