Here’s a brief update of Latest Nigerian News from Nigerian Newspapers of Thursday 7th December 2023.
- Supreme Court Vacancies: The National Judicial Council has chosen 11 Justices to fill vacancies at the Supreme Court, addressing the current shortage of justices.
- Bombing in Kaduna: Protesters stormed the National Assembly following an accidental bombing in Tudun Biri, Kaduna State, by the Nigerian Army. The death toll reached 127, prompting Amnesty International to threaten legal action against the Federal Government.
- Customs Revenue and Inauguration: The House of Representatives Committee on Customs and Excise noted that the Nigeria Customs Service generates a significant portion of its revenue from the South-West. This was stated during the inauguration of committee members in Abuja.
- Investigation into Attack: The Kogi State Commissioner of Police has ordered a thorough investigation into the alleged attack on the Secretary of the state Governorship Election Petition Tribunal.
- Student Stabbing in Bauchi: The Bauchi State Police Command disclosed that a 500-level student at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) was stabbed while trying to retrieve his girlfriend’s handbag from assailants.
- Military’s Equipment and Terrorism: The Chief of Defence Staff highlighted the challenge of insufficient equipment hindering the fight against terrorism. He also mentioned civilian support to terrorists as a complicating factor.
- Corruption Trial: The prosecution closed its case in the trial of a former governor of Benue State and the finance commissioner during his tenure, accused of diverting N3.1bn belonging to the state.
- APC’s Blueprint for Southeast: The National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress stated that the party has a blueprint for the political development of the Southeast, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s approval.
- Fair Treatment of Igbo Residents: Igbo Leadership in the UK and Ireland urged fairness and consideration towards Igbo residents in Nigeria, expressing concern about historical treatment since Nigeria’s amalgamation in 1914.
- Naira Depreciation in Forex Market: The naira depreciated significantly against the dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, reaching N951.22 per dollar, indicating an 18% depreciation from the previous rate.
