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Here are the top 10 stories from the Nigerian daily newspapers for today, 4th October 2023 on Politics, Business, Entertainment and Economy.
1. ‘A Battle of Records: Atiku Abubakar Quest for Tinubu’s Academic Credentials Sparks controversy’
The All Progressive Congress criticized Atiku Abubakar, the People Democratic Party presidential candidate, for trying to obtain President Tinubu’s Academic results from Chicago state university. The APC believes this action is a result of ” Post-election defeat disorder”.
2. 17 Independent Power Distributors get Licenses, 10 Operational
The federal government has issued licenses to 17 independent electricity distribution network operators, among which 10 are currently operational, the government announced on Tuesday. The government revealed this while providing a breakdown of the country’s power distribution segment.
3. Jigawa Police arrest Illegal Firearms Supplier
The police in Jigawa State have arrested six Nigerians suspected of being involved in the supply of firearms, acts of vandalism, and motorcycle theft. The Assistant Public Relations Officer Of The Command, ASP Abubakar Sadiq explained that during interrogation, the suspects admitted to participating in the sale and distribution of firearms in both Kano and Jigawa states.
4) ‘Crumbling Roads and Corruption: Umahi’s Verdicts Highlight Nigeria’s Infrastructure Crisis’
The Minister of Works, Dave Umahi, made a crucial observation about the poor state of federal, state and local government roads in Nigeria. Umahi’s call for contractors to use concrete technology instead of asphalt.
5. Terrorists Attack: Kastina govt Condoles with COAS
The Kastina state governor, Dikko_Radda, on Wednesday, condoled with the chief of army staff, Lt.Gen.Taoreed, over the death of a soldier, Mohammed Tijani. He died in the course of current efforts to tackle terrorism. The governor offered heartfelt prayers to the deceased and was also said to have footed the medical bill of a victim of a recent terrorist attack.
6. First Bank, Lafarge Assure Customers of Support
First Bank PLC and Lafarge Africa have reaffirmed their commitment to continue to support their customers who into distribution of Lafarge cement in south west. The Group Executive of First Bank said the forum was not only to help the distributors sustain their business, but also to ensure availability of cement in the Nigerian building industry.
7. New Senate Rule Restricts President, Deputy Seat to Ranking Members
The senate leadership on Tuesday pushed through an amendment to its standing rules. Only ranking members can stand for elections and be voted into the office of president and Deputy president of the senate. This is coming just two weeks after the 10th senate suffered what many believe is an impeachment move against the senate president.
8. Stanbic IBTC Insurance Launches Comprehensive Funeral Expensive Cover
Stanbic IBTC Insurance Limited has unveiled its latest insurance product, the sunset Benefit plan, to help customers celebrate a life well spent and provide comprehensive funeral expenses coverage and financial security during bereavement or loss of their loved ones.
9. Technical Education will Reduce Crime – Anambra Lawmakers
The Anambra State House Of Assembly has passed a motion calling on the executive arm of government to take steps towards encouraging technical education in the state as it is capable of reducing crime in the society. The lawmakers unanimously agreed that technical knowledge drives the world and with the skills provided, youths would be empowered adequately to fend for themselves.
10. Ministerial Screening: SENATE Begins Screening of 3 Nominees
The Senate has begun the screening of three new ministerial nominees nominated by President Tinubu at its resumed plenary today. The nominees that are currently being screened include: Balarebe Abbas from Kaduna State, DR Jamila Ibrahim from Kwara State and MR Ayodele Olawande from Ondo State.
Victor Ezeja is a passionate journalist with six years of experience writing on economy, politics and energy. He holds a Masters degree in Mass Communication.
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