Here’s a brief update of Latest Nigerian News from Nigerian Newspapers of Wednesday 6th December 2023.
- House of Representatives Committee Issues Warrant of Arrest: The Committee on Public Petitions issued a warrant of arrest for the CBN Governor, Accountant General, and others for failing to appear before them to answer questions about their operations.
- NNPP Presidential Candidate Condemns Army Bombing: Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso expressed sorrow over the Nigerian Army’s bombing during a celebration in Kaduna State, urging relevant authorities to ensure justice for the victims.
- Army Chief Visits Kaduna After Drone Strikes: Lt. Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, the Chief of Army Staff, visited Kaduna State following drone strikes by the Nigerian Army that resulted in the deaths of over 80 civilians during a celebration in Tudun Biri village.
- Supreme Court Fines Senior Lawyer: The Supreme Court imposed a N40 million cost on Chief Mike Ozekhome (SAN) for assisting the PDP and its candidate in Imo State in filing what the court deemed a frivolous motion.
- APC Elders Intervene in Benue State Crisis: APC elders, led by former Senate President Ahmed Ebute, stepped in to address the conflict between Governor Hyacinth Alia and the local party chapter, where the governor was accused of not involving the party in state affairs.
- Oil Theft Incidents Revealed: Two documentaries by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited highlighted 389 incidents of oil theft within two weeks. They showcased collaborative efforts between security operatives and a surveillance contractor to combat this issue.
- ASUU Raises Concern Over Shortage of Staff: ASUU raised an alarm about severe understaffing in Nigeria’s public universities due to lecturers resigning for better opportunities. The union highlighted the poor conditions in these institutions.
- Villager Loses Family Members in Army Bombing: Idris Dahiru from Tudun Biri disclosed losing 34 family members in an accidental aerial bombing by the Nigerian Army, resulting in the death of at least 85 villagers.
- Police Confirm Arrest of Operatives in Alleged Abduction: The Rivers State Police Command confirmed the arrest of four operatives allegedly involved in kidnapping a hotel staff in Port Harcourt and demanding ransom for his release.
- PDP Chairman in Imo State Suspended: Charles Ugwu, the chairman of the PDP in Imo State and a former Minister of Commerce and Industry, was suspended due to alleged misconduct, as stated in an announcement by the party’s state secretary.
