Latest News Highlights from Nigerian Newspapers
- Threat of Fresh Attacks Looms Over Plateau State
A community in Plateau State faces the threat of another attack by invaders, just days after a deadly assault that claimed 195 lives across 17 communities. According to Stanley Kavwam, Deputy National Publicity Secretary of the Middle Belt Forum, the terrorists have sent a warning letter of an imminent attack. - Calls for Reform in the Special Police Constabulary
Solomon Arase, Chairman of the Police Service Commission, has urged for a reform of the Special Police Constabulary. He suggests that the group either undergoes a thorough overhaul, disbandment, or receives a distinct uniform from regular policemen. Arase cited unethical practices such as extortion, which tarnish the image of the Nigeria Police Force. - Resignations Follow Governor Akeredolu’s Demise
Following the death of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State, five of his aides, including Chief Press Secretary Richard Olatunde and Special Adviser Dare Aragbaye, have tendered their resignations. - EFCC’s Crackdown on Internet Fraudsters
The Ibadan Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of 37 internet fraudsters between November and December 2023. The convictions were obtained before various justices of the Oyo State High Court, Ibadan. - Arrests Made in Kano for Trafficking and Abduction
The Kano State Police Command has arrested nine suspects involved in inter-state trafficking, abduction, and the buying and selling of minors. Commissioner Usaini Gumel disclosed this during the suspects’ parade at the command’s headquarters. - Court Extends Order on Rivers State House of Assembly Seats
The Federal High Court in Abuja has extended an order preventing INEC and the Rivers State House of Assembly from declaring 27 seats vacant. This comes after the defection of 27 members to the APC from the PDP. - Governor Aiyedatiwa Pledges Immortalization for Late Governor Akeredolu
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has promised to immortalize the late Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. This pledge was made during a condolence visit to Akeredolu’s residence in Ibadan. - Vice President Shettima Calls for Unity in Northern Nigeria
Vice President Kashim Shettima has emphasized the need for unity among Nigerians in the northern region to combat poverty and destitution. He urged Nigerians to resist actions that could lead to anarchy and promote tolerance for peaceful coexistence and development. - UN Expresses Alarm Over Attacks in Central Nigeria
The UN has expressed deep concern over recent attacks in central Nigeria, which resulted in nearly 200 deaths. The attacks targeted villages in Plateau State, an area plagued by religious and ethnic tensions. - INEC Announces Promotion of Staff
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has promoted 5,196 of its staff members nationwide, as outlined in a bulletin released to the press.
Source: Daily Post
