Here’s a brief update of Latest Nigerian News from Nigerian Newspapers of Wednesday 10th January 2024.
- Passport Seizure of Government Officials: The EFCC seized the passports of the suspended Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Betta Edu, and her predecessor, Sadiya Umar-Farouq, as part of an investigation into alleged scandals within the ministry.
- Tiwa Savage’s Petition Against Davido: The Lagos State Police Command confirmed receiving a petition from Tiwa Savage against Davido, alleging bullying and threats to her life. Investigations into the matter have commenced.
- Criticism of TB Joshua Documentary: A member of the Synagogue Church criticized a BBC documentary on the late founder, TB Joshua, stating it was unfounded and the interviewed individuals were unknown to the church.
- Probe into Degree Racketeering: The Federal Government launched a probe into degree racketeering in both foreign and local private universities, assigning a seven-member committee to investigate the allegations within eight weeks.
- Supreme Court Judgments Reserved: Judgments in governorship election appeals against Governors Caleb Mutfwang (Plateau) and Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta) have been reserved by the Supreme Court.
- Cost-cutting Measures by Bola Tinubu: President Bola Tinubu initiated cost-cutting measures, reducing the number of individuals in his and other government officials’ entourages on local and foreign trips, effective immediately.
- EFCC’s Determination Against Corruption: The EFCC’s Executive Chairman emphasized the commitment to tackle economic and financial crimes, noting President Tinubu’s support and political will in combating corruption.
- Boat Mishap in Rivers State: A tragic boat mishap in Rivers State resulted in the death of at least 20 individuals on the Andoni waterways while heading to Bonny, a neighboring coastal council area.
- Parading of Suspects in Christmas Eve Attacks: Police paraded three suspects linked to the Christmas eve attacks on Plateau State communities, displaying sophisticated arms seized from them. The attacks resulted in nearly 200 deaths across Bokkos and Barkin Ladi local government areas.
- Fatal Explosions in Borno State: Ten individuals were killed in explosions targeting motorists on a highway in Borno State near the Cameroon border. A flatbed truck carrying nine people hit a landmine suspected to have been planted by jihadists in Kunibaa village outside Gamboru town.
