Here’s a brief update of Latest Nigerian News from Nigerian Newspapers of Thursday 16th November 2023.
- The Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress have called off their nationwide strike after alleging an assault on NLC President Joe Ajaero. The suspension followed mediation by the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, ending the protest.
- The Federal Government has decreased fraud charges against former Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele from 20 to six, focusing on alleged procurement misconduct originally valued at N6.5 billion.
- The Labour Party views Atiku Abubakar’s proposed merger by the Peoples Democratic Party positively, while the New Nigeria People’s Party conditions acceptance on Atiku’s support for Rabiu Kwankwaso’s bid for power in 2027.
- Nigeria’s October 2023 headline inflation rate surged to 27.33 percent, a 6.24 point increase compared to the previous year, according to the National Bureau of Statistics.
- The Appeal Court in Lagos upheld the tribunal’s decision, affirming Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Obafemi Hamzat as Governor and Deputy Governor of Lagos State, dismissing the case brought by Olajide Adediran of the PDP.
- Minister of Finance Olawale Edun stated at the 19th All Nigeria Editors Conference that ongoing reforms by the Tinubu administration might cause discomfort but are necessary, aiming to boost investor confidence.
- Air Peace criticized Saudi Arabia for canceling visas of 264 passengers due to alleged incorrect information. The Saudi Royal Embassy defended the cancellations, citing non-compliance with their regulations.
- Newly-deployed Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Tunji Disu, urged officers in Ahoada to apprehend those involved in the killing of SP Bako Angbashim, emphasizing zero tolerance for police killings.
- Vice President Kashim Shettima highlighted education and skills development as vital in addressing poverty and hunger during a meeting with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation delegation in Abuja.
- The Peoples Democratic Party accused the APC-led administration of propelling the country towards totalitarianism and anarchy, alleging attempts to weaken democratic institutions like INEC and the judiciary by a cabal within the presidency.
