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Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Monday, January 9th 2023
Major Nigeria Newspaper headlines & Naija News Today, Monday, January 9th, 2022 can be accessed below.
Below are the Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines from Nigerian Newspapers today:
POLITICS AND NATIONAL NEWS
1. Edo: FG Reacts As Gunmen Kidnap Scores Of Train Passengers
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Government of Nigeria on Sunday described the kidnapping of train passengers at Tom Ikimi Train Station, Igueben, Edo, as despicable and utterly barbaric.
2. Police Arrest Suspect In Kidnap Of 32 Rail Passengers In Edo
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Edo State Commissioner for Communication and Orientation, Chris Nehikhare, has disclosed that operatives of the Nigeria Police Force have arrested a suspect in the abduction of intending passengers at the train station in Igueben on Saturday.
3. I Will Use Military Force If Necessary – Obi Reveals Plans For Separatist, Agitators
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Mr Peter Obi, has vowed to dialogue with separatist groups in the country and use military force when necessary, if elected President come February 25.
4. Benue Gov. Directs Reconstruction Of School Destroyed By Herdsmen In The State
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom has directed the State Universal Basic Education Board, SUBEB to reconstruct a primary school at Tse-Tseen, Saghev burnt down during herdsmen attacks on the community.
SPECIAL REPORT
5. Renewed Hope: Dissecting Tinubu’s Comprehensive Plans For Security
Security, undoubtedly, is germane to the sustainability of any society. Safety of lives and properties is fundamental to key issues in national development.
6. CBN Taking Our Financial Freedom from Us with ‘Suffocating’ Monetary Policies
The Central Bank of Nigeria has in recent time been working tirelessly to regulate the system’s economy and get complete control of “all cash in circulation” throughout the country.
7. Attacks on INEC: What Shape Will the 2023 General Election Take?
While we count down to the 2023 General Election, the tension in the political atmosphere counts up with episodes of calculated violence and mischief perpetrated by political thugs.
8. How Attacks on INEC Facilities are Designed to Jeopardize 2023 General Elections
Ahead of the 2023 general elections, there are growing fears that the elections, especially in the South-eastern part of the country might be under serious threat following the frequent attacks on INEC facilities.
EKO NEWS
9. 2023: Sanwo-Olu Asks Nigerians To Shun ‘Evil Predictions’ Ahead Of General Elections
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, prayed for a smooth and peaceful transition of power as Nigerians prepare to elect a new set of leaders in February and March 2023.
10. Okada Ban Still Very Much In Place – Lagos Govt
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Chairman of the Lagos State Environment and Special Offences Enforcement Unit (Task Force), CSP. Shola Jejeloye, made the disclosure in a notice on Sunday.
INTERNATIONAL
11. Germany: Police Detain An Iranian For Chemical Attack Plot
German police have taken into custody a 32-year-old Iranian citizen suspected of having procured deadly poisons cyanide and ricin to commit an “Islamist-motivated” attack, authorities in western Germany said on Sunday
12. Senegal: President Declares Mourning Period For Victims Of Bus Crash
A collision between two buses in central Senegal has left 40 people dead and dozens injured
13. Supporters Of Brazil’s Former President Bolsonaro Invade Presidential Palace
Supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro breached security barriers set up by the Armed Forces on Sunday and gained access to the country’s congressional building, the Supreme Court and the Planalto Presidential Palace, according to images shown in Brazilian media.
14. England: Single-Use Items To Be Banned In An Attempt To Protect The Environment
Single-use items like plastic cutlery, plates and trays will be banned in England, the government has confirmed.
15. Ukraine Places Dozens Of Russian Artists, Public Figures On Sanctions List
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Ukraine has placed dozens of Russian artists and other public figures on a sanctions list, according to a decree published by the president’s office.
16. Oldest Woman In The US Dies At 115
An Iowa woman who was believed to be the oldest living person in the U.S. has died at the age of 115
17. War: Putin Preparing To Mobilise Additional 500,000 Troops
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Russia is planning to mobilise 500,000 troops but if they don’t succeed, it will lead to Vladimir Putin’s collapse, Ukrainian intelligence chiefs has claimed.
18. Brazil: What Led To The Presidential Palace Invasion?
Thousands of supporters of Brazil’s former President Jair Bolsonaro have stormed the country’s Congress, the Supreme Court and the presidential palace.
ARTICLE
19. 5 Mistakes New Business Owners Need To Avoid
When you’re starting a new business, there’s a lot to consider. You want to make sure you set your company up for success, which means trying to avoid mistakes that could cost you money or make it harder for your small business to thrive.
SPORT
20. Guardiola Sends Message To Boehly About Sacking Potter After City Thrash Chelsea 4-0
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has urged Chelsea to give Graham Potter more time to improve his team.
21. Man Utd Issue Update On Takeover, Send Message To Fans
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Manchester United chief executive, Richard Arnold is confident attempts by the Glazers to seek new investment or sell the club will help fund redevelopment at Old Trafford and Carrington, as well as help to ‘build a winning team’.
22. Week 27 Pool Result For Sat 7 Jan 2023 – UK 2022/2023 – Pool Agent
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the week 27 pool fixtures are for forty-nine (49) football matches for UK football 2022/2023 from the pool agent.
Top 10 Newspaper Headlines Monday, January 9th 2022
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Major Newspapers in Nigeria
PUNCH NEWSPAPER
1. Osun police begin probe as fire razes shops
The Osun State Police Command on Sunday said it had commenced investigation into a fire incident in which four shops were razed along Station Road, Osogbo, the state capital.
The shops were razed down by the fire which started Saturday evening and could not be put off until the early hours of Sunday.
The operatives of the Osun State Fire Service were reportedly called by the people when the smoke was observed in one of the shops and despite prompt response, it was learnt the fire could not be curbed until three other adjoining shops were razed down.
The spokesperson for the State Fire Service, Ibrahim Adekunle, could not be reached for comment as calls to his line rang out with no response, while text to him had also not been responded to as of the time of filing this report.
2. I’ll fulfil my campaign promises, Tinubu assures Nigerians
The presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress, Bola Tinubu, has assured Nigerians of his commitment to the fulfilment of his campaign promises if elected president of Nigeria in the February 25 general elections.
The APC candidate stated this on Sunday at an endorsement rally organised by the Arewa Community in Lagos.
The event, which was held at the Mobolaji Johnson Stadium, Onikan witnessed the presence of Nigerians of Northern extraction who came to offer their support to the former Lagos State governor.
“My respect for this country will continue to increase, and I will honour all my pledges that we all will live in harmony. We belong in each other’s hearts,” Tinubu said.
3. Atiku’s UK trip sparks speculation of ill health
There were indications, on Sunday, that the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, was flown out of the country for urgent medical attention.
The spokesperson for the PDP campaign council, however, dismissed the report describing it as a joke of the year.
An online tabloid had reported that the former Vice President was flown on Sunday from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to London, United Kingdom for treatment.
VANGUARD NEWSPAPER
4. Lagos hotelier shoots guest, two others during argument over N4500
A 53-year-old hotelier, Kingsley Enageghe, has been arrested by the Police in Lagos for allegedly shooting a guest at Queens Victory Guest hotel located at Olaonikaju close, off Ijesha bus stop.
The bullet which pierced through the victim, Kelvin Nwabunor’s thigh, also hit the barman and Nwabunor’s friend in the legs
Trouble, as gathered, started during an argument between Nwabuno, 35 and Enageghe, who is the Director of Queens Victory hotel, over the former’s delay in paying for an extra day.
5. Suspected PDP thugs attacked our campaign office — Osun APC spokesperson
Osun State’s All Progressives Congress, APC’s, presidential campaign committee spokesperson, Remi Omowaye on Sunday, disclosed that thugs loyal to the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, attacked the Tinubu-Shettima campaign office in Ilesa with the intent to kill.
The former Commissioner for Works in the State, while speaking with newsmen on Sunday in Ilesa after the attack, said the attack on the office was perpetrated after former Governor Adegboyega Oyetola’s visit on Saturday evening.
The building windows and entrance door, billboards were shattered with gunshots, and bullet cartridges were seen on the floor around the office.
Omowaye described the attack as diabolic and inhumane, saying it is unfortunate that such an ugly incident had been launched twice on his person and property within two weeks.
6. Osimhen scores as Napoli down Sampdoria 2-0
Napoli moved seven points clear at the top of Serie A after Sunday’s 2-0 win at 10-man Sampdoria, who paid tribute to deceased greats Gianluca Vialli and Sinisa Mihajlovic.
Victor Osimhen poked Napoli ahead in the 19th minute before Eljif Elmas sealed the points with a perfectly-place penalty with eight minutes remaining at a soaking Stadio Luigi Ferraris in Genoa.
The win extend Napoli’s lead on Juventus, winners over Udinese on Saturday who travel to Naples on Friday, and AC Milan who are a further point back in third ahead of their home match with Roma later on Sunday.
After netting his 10th league goal of the season Nigeria foward Osimhen was also the victim of a brutal foul from Tomas Rincon, who was sent off in the 38th minute for chopping the 24-year-old down as he charged towards goal.
THE NATION NEWSPAPER
7. Tasks before new NDDC board, by Abuja Ijaw community
The Ijaw Community (Abuja/Northern Nigeria) has urged the newly inaugurated board of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) to hit the ground running with the task of taking succor to all parts of the oil-rich Niger Delta region.
In a statement by the Chairman and Secretary of the Community, Alagba Ebifemowei and Ennia George, the body also hailed President Muhammadu Buhari for selecting respectable sons and daughters of the region to revive the mandate of the Commission.
The group, which congratulated the new Board, tasked the leadership to think up new ideas that will make life easier for the people of the region, taking development to the deep parts, especially the labyrinth of creeks and remote villages, where the people have over the years yearn to feel the touch of governance and reap the good fruits of the resources taken from their lands.
8. Gunmen attack presidential campaign office in Osun
Gunmen on Sunday attacked the Tinubu/Shettima campaign office in Osun State.
It happened a few hours after former governor Adegboyega Oyetola inspected the office in Ilesha.
The hoodlums stormed the office around 9:30am with guns, cutlasses, charms and other dangerous weapons.
The billboard in front of the office was damaged; the doors and glass windows were shattered.
DAILY POST
9. One suspected kidnapper of Edo train attack nabbed
The Edo State Commissioner for Communications and Orientation, Chris Nehikhare, has disclosed that the security operatives have arrested one of the suspected kidnappers involved in kidnapping 32 passengers at the Igueben train station.
Nehikhare made this known during a briefing to journalists in Benin City at the Weekend.
The commissioner added that one victim escaped the kidnapper’s den.
He pledged support for security operatives to avert the recurrence of such incidents in the state.
10. NPFL: Bendel Insurance outclass Akwa United in season opener
Bendel Insurance put up an impressive display as they defeated Akwa United 2-0 in the opening fixture of the 2022/23 Nigeria Premier Football League season.
Insurance dominated game and were rewarded for their supreme attacking play.
Imade Osehenkhoe gave the away side the lead on 37th minute following a superb pass from Divine Nwachukwu.
Ismail Sarki put the game beyond the home team on 41st minute.
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