Favour WinnerHere are top 20 headlines in Nigerian newspapers today, 27th September 2024 on business and economy, politics sports and entertainment among others.
1. Nigerian Govt Begins Payment of new Minimum Wage
After several months of negotiations between the Federal Government and Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC), the Federal Government has begun payments of the new salary and its consequential adjustments to public servants across all levels of the federal civil service.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelThis means the newly approved minimum wage will be paid this September.
2. Naira Appreciates to N1,576 At Official Market
The Nigerian Naira on Thursday recorded appreciation for the first time in the week.
Data obtained from FMDQ Securities and Exchange platform, showed that the indicative exchange rate for Nigerian Autonomous Foreign Exchange Market (NAFEM) appreciated to N1576.10 from the record high of N1,667.42 per dollar on Wednesday. This indicates a N91.32 gain for the naira. Read more
3. Jonathan Denies Sacking Sanusi over $49.8bn Allegations
Former Nigeria’s President, Goodluck Jonathan, has denied sacking ex-Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Dr Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, now Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II, over his allegations that $49.8bn went missing from the government’s coffers.
The former President disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja during the launch of the book, “Public Policy and Agents Interests: Perspectives from the Emerging World,” co-authored by former Minister of Finance, Dr. Shamsudeen Usman, who served as Minister of Planning under his government.
4. Bobrisky: Reps Begins Probe, Suspends Prison Controllers
The House of Representatives has begun a probe on Thursday into the alleged bribery of officials of both the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) by controversial cross dresser, Idris Okuneye, alias Bobrisky, who was convicted and sentenced to prison for naira abuse.
This also comes as the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board, on Thursday, also announced the suspension of two deputy controllers in charge of the Kirikiri Medium Custodial Centre in Lagos due to Bobrisky’s bribery allegations.
5. Oshiomole calls for Probe of Obaseki
Former governor of Edo State, Adams Oshiomhole, has called for the probe of the incumbent Governor Godwin Obaseki as his administration ends in about two months’ time.
Oshiomhole made this call when the winner of last Saturday’s governorship election in Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, together with his running mate, Dennis Idahosa, was presented with Certificate of Return by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
6. Otedola Acquires Additional N16bn Shares in FBN Holdings
Billionaire investor, Femi Otedola, has acquired additional stake FBN Holdings
Otedola purchased 534.1 million shares in recent deals worth over N16 billion in the financial institution.
With his latest acquisition, Otedola, who is Chairman of FBN Holdings, has strengthened his position as one of the largest shareholders of the banking group
7. Kwara Govt Tackles Saraki over Comments on LG poll
Kwara State Government has tackled former Senate President, Dr Bukola Saraki, over his comment on the outcome of the local government elections held in the state on 21 September 2024. His comment was described as laughable and self flattering.
The State Commissioner for Communications, Mrs Bolanle Olukoju, while reacting to the comments said Saraki’s PDP made fruitless efforts to frustrate conduct of the election after seeing that they were losing..
8. ThisDay Publisher Advises Military to go after Kidnappers not Protesters
Chairman of THISDAY-ARISE Global Media Group, Nduka Obaigbena, has advised the military to go after kidnappers and criminals who are known security threats rather than arresting protesters.
He made this call during the 2024 Third Quarter of the Nigerian Army Civil/ Military Operation Media Chat held in Makurdi yesterday, where he also urged Nigerians to support the military in the fight against insecurity and insurgency in the country.
9. Japa Syndrome: Over 2,500 Telecom Professionals Leaves NIGERIA, NCC calls for Immediate Action
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), has called for immediate action as over 2,500 tech professionals have left the country.
The commission revealed that in 2022 alone, over 500 software engineers and more than 2,000 trained telecom professionals left the country.
10. Nigeria Ranks first in Cassava Production, yet one of the Largest Importers
Nigeria is ranked number one in cassava production globally yet the 121st largest importer of cassava in the world as she imported about $54,200 worth of cassava in 2022.
This was disclosed at the Ist National Conference of Industrial Cassava Stakeholders Association of Nigeria (ICSAN) titled “The Golden Crop: Harnessing the Economic Potential of Cassava for National Development through Industrialization,” which held at Ikeja, Lagos.
11. Flood Claims 141 lives in 2 Months in Northern Nigeria
No fewer than 141 lives have been lost in Northern states since the flood began.
Kano, Niger, Borno, Yobe and Adamawa states have recorded deaths with Kano State topping the chart with 49 deaths, followed by Yobe, 43; Borno, 26; Adamawa, 12; and Niger 11.
12. Reps Tell Dangote to Disclose Cost of Petrol
The House of Representatives has told Aliko Dangote, owner of Dangote Refinery, to disclose the cost he is selling petroleum to NNPC Limited and other major marketers.
The green Chamber has also asked the NNPCL to also disclose the amount the refinery is paying for crude oil.
13. 2025 Hajj: Prospective Pilgrims to Deposit N8.5m
The Lagos State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board has fixed N8.5m as initial deposit for 2025 Hajj.
This was disclosed by the board’s secretary, Mr. Saheed Onipede, in a statement released by the Public Affairs Officer, Mr Taofeek Lawal.
14. Parents Urged To Educate their Wards
Parents have been urged to educate their children in both Islamic and Western education in order to have a brighter future.
This call was made by the former chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association Kaduna State Chapter, Barrister Muhammad Tajudeen Muhammad, at the 20th anniversary of Dec International School, located on Adamu Yaro Road, Tudun Nufawa, Kaduna.
15. Borno Farmers in Distress as Flood Destroy Crops
Following the overflow of Alau Dam into Maiduguri and other parts of Borno State, it has left many farmers in distress as their farmlands have been submerged by the flood.
The affected farmlands cut across Maiduguri, Jere and Mafa local government councils.
16. Offa Robbers Sentenced to Death by Hanging
Kwara State High Court in Ilorin on Thursday sentenced to death, the five Offa banks’ armed robbers.
The court ordered that the convicts – Ayoade Akinnibosun, Ibikunle Ogunleye, Adeola Abraham, Salahudeen Azeez and Niyi Ogundiran – should be hanged.
17. LAPO Partners with IITA on Tree Planting Initiative
LAPO Microfinance Bank, has partnered International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) on a tree-planting initiative to help combat climate change and promote environmental sustainability.
Through this partnership, trees will be planted at different strategic positions to help contribute to reforestation efforts and help promote biodiversity.
18. Darkoo Reveals how Disclosing her Sexuality to Parents Brought Relief
British-Nigerian rapper and singer, Darkoo, has revealed how she felt relief and happiness after opening up on her sexuality to her parents.
While speaking on ‘The Appointment Show’ podcast, the queer artist revealed that opening up to her mom and dad lifted a “massive weight” off her shoulders.
19. NiMET Predicts Thunderstorms across Nigeria
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted a 3-day thunderstorm from Thursday to Saturday across Nigeria.
According to weather outlook by NiMET which was released on Wednesday in Abuja, it predicted thunderstorms over parts of Kebbi State on Thursday during the morning hours in the North.
20. Tinubu Hails Oyedepo On 70th Birthday
President Bola Tinubu has praised the founder of the Living Faith Church Worldwide, Bishop David Oyedepo, saying that he has consistently brought glory to Nigeria through his teachings, publications, and World-Wide Missionary service.
This tribute came in the president’s 70th birthday message to Oyedepo.
