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Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Saturday, 12th October, 2024

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Good Morning, Nigeria! Welcome to today’s roundup of top newspaper headlines for Saturday, 12th October, 2024.

1. Tinubu Heads to France After Nine Days in the UK

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is extending his stay abroad with a trip to Paris, France, following nine days in the United Kingdom. Ibrahim Kabir Masari, a close associate and former placeholder running mate, disclosed this development on Friday.

Tinubu traveled to London on October 2, 2024, for a two-week working vacation, which, according to his media adviser Bayo Onanuga, was integrated into his annual leave. The vacation aims to serve as a reflective retreat for reviewing the administration’s economic policies.

Masari, who visited Tinubu at his private London residence, revealed that he would accompany the President to France.

It remains unclear whether the President formally notified the National Assembly of his absence, as required by the 1999 Constitution.

2. APC Stands Firm on Government Policies

The All Progressives Congress (APC) dismissed calls from opposition parties to reverse recent government policies, urging Nigerians to support the administration’s “Renewed Hope” agenda.

Responding to the Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), which accused APC of rigging the Edo State governorship election, APC’s Publicity Director, Alhaji Bala Ibrahim, defended the government’s democratic integrity.

He dismissed the opposition’s criticisms as distractions from their own failures.

3. PDP Suspends National Spokesman and Legal Adviser

The National Working Committee (NWC) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has suspended two key officers: Debo Ologunagba, the National Publicity Secretary, and Kamaldeen Ajibade (SAN), the National Legal Adviser.

A disciplinary committee led by Deputy National Chairman (South) Taofeek Arapaja has been set up to investigate allegations against the suspended officers.

4. Federal High Court Affirms Damagum as PDP Chairman

Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja ruled that Umar Damagum remains the legitimate PDP National Chairman until removed by a national convention or judicial order.

The case arose from a suit filed by Yobe PDP Chairman Senator Umar Maina, who alleged a plot to oust Damagum in violation of the party’s constitution.

The judge emphasized that any leadership change must follow due process, including alternating leadership between the northern and southern regions.

5. PDP BoT Calls for Unity Among Party Leaders

The PDP’s Board of Trustees (BoT), led by Senator Adolphus Wabara, has urged the National Working Committee to return to the status quo amid internal disputes.

Wabara emphasized the need to maintain unity and resolve conflicts to preserve the party’s stability and uphold its tradition of internal democracy.

6. Marketers Authorized to Lift Fuel Directly from Dangote Refinery

The Federal Government has authorized petroleum marketers to lift petrol directly from the Dangote refinery, bypassing the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC).

Finance Minister Wale Edun, who chairs the Naira-Crude Sale Committee, explained that this decision aims to improve efficiency in fuel distribution and eliminate NNPC’s monopoly.

7. APC Criticizes Amaechi over Protest Remarks

The APC has rebuked former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, for his comments regarding public protests over rising living costs. In an interview, Amaechi questioned why Nigerians were not protesting the deteriorating economic conditions.

Responding through its Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, the APC described Amaechi’s remarks as irresponsible and hypocritical.

Morka accused Amaechi and other opposition figures of attempting to destabilize the government out of frustration with their political setbacks.

8. Nigerian High Commission Removes Goodluck Jonathan’s Policies from Website

The Nigerian High Commission in the United Kingdom has removed outdated statements and policies from the administration of former President Goodluck Jonathan.

The Commission’s website had previously displayed information from Jonathan’s era, despite the transition to President Tinubu’s government.

Following media scrutiny, recent updates now reflect the current administration’s policies, and the new national anthem, “Nigeria, We Hail Thee,” is now featured on the site.

9. APC Suspends Minister of State for Petroleum and Other Officials in Bayelsa

The APC in Bayelsa State has suspended several key members, including the Minister of State for Petroleum, Senator Heineken Lokpobiri, and former gubernatorial candidate David Lyon, citing anti-party activities.

The party’s leadership in Ekeremor and Southern Ijaw Local Government Areas announced the suspension after an internal committee found the officials guilty of undermining party unity.

10. Senator Ndume Urges Tinubu to Reduce Fuel and Food Prices

Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume has called on President Tinubu to take immediate steps to address the rising costs of fuel and food. Ndume warned that high inflation and escalating prices are worsening the hardships faced by Nigerians.

The Senator also cautioned that certain individuals may be working to sabotage the administration’s efforts to stabilize the economy.

He urged the President to focus on practical solutions to ease the economic burden on citizens.

That’s all for today! Stay informed and have a great Saturday.

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