Nigerian News From EkohotBlog: Major Headlines Today Monday, September 30th, 2019

Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG roundup of top Major Nigerian headlines for today, Monday, September 30th, 2019

1. Xenophobia: Details Of Obasanjo’s Meeting With South African President, Ramaphosa

Former Nigerian President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has revealed details of his meeting with South African President, Cyril Ramaphosa, over xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other African nationals residing in South Africa.

2. What Emir Sanusi Told Buhari, Governors

The emir of Kano, Malam Muhammadu Sanusi II, has said Nigeria can achieve the United Nations sustainable development goals (SDGs) by focusing on education of the girl-child.

3. Buhari Felicitates With Osun Gov, Oyetola

President Muhammadu Buhari has felicitated with Governor Gboyega Oyetola of Osun State on the occasion of his 65th birthday.

4. Unions Seek Sanwo-Olu’s Intervention On LASPOTECH Crisis

Members of the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) and Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Polytechnics (SSANIP) have called on Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu and well-meaning Lagosians to prevail on management to stop the fresh onslaught on members and union leaders of Lagos State Polytechnic (LASPOTECH).

5. Nigeria At 59: Osinbajo Sends Message To Nigerians

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, on Sunday, declared that Nigeria’s freedom was at the door.

6. Amaechi Speaks On Designing Made-In-Nigeria Vehicles

Rotimi Amaechi, Minister of Transportation says the Nigerian Institute of Transport Technology (NITT) Zaria, has all it takes to design “Made-in-Nigeria” vehicles.

7. 19 Pregnant Girls Found As Police Uncover Baby Factory In Lagos

Lagos State Police Command on Sunday announced the discovery of a baby factory in the state.

8. Police Nab Notorious Cult Leaders In Lagos

Lagos State Police command said it had arrested two notorious cult leaders.

9. Sowore: Pastor Giwa Warns Buhari

Senior Pastor of Awaiting The Second Coming Of Jesus Christ Gospel Church, Adewale Giwa, has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to release the founder of SaharaReporters, Omoyele Sowore and other political detainees.

10. Presidency Speaks On Aisha Buhari’s Absence At The Presidential Villa

The Presidency has denied claims that the First Lady, Aisha Buhari’s absence in the country for about two months was due to infighting in the Presidential Villa.

11. I don’t Know Why They Keep Kidnapping Me – Siasia’s Mum Cries

Beauty Uguoere Siasia, the mother of a former Super Eagles skipper and coach, Samson Siasia, broke down and cried after she was regained her from kidnappers den.

12. DSS Arrests Author Of Book Titled “We’re Biafrans

The Department of State Services(DSS) has arrested a journalist-activist and Author of the Book titled”We are all Biafrans, Mr. Chido Onumah who just arrived Nigeria from Spain where he had obtained his PhD in communication studies.

13. Ndidi Scores As Leicester City Pummel Newcastle To Record Premier League Biggest Win

Nigerian midfield maestro, Wilfred Ndidi was on target as Leicester City recorded their biggest win in the Premier League with a 5-0 victory over 10-man Newcastle United.

14. CAF CC: Rangers Through To Final Qualifying Round

Enugu Rangers beat AS Pelicans of Gabon 3-1 at the Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium on Sunday to progress to the final qualifying round of the 2019/2020 CAF Confederation Cup (CAFCC) 4-3 on aggregate.

15. Nigerian Forward Named 3rd Best Signing In Europe

Victor Osimhen has been named the 3rd best signing in Europe at the summer following his great with Lille.

16. Sports Minister Sunday Dare Reacts To Release Of Siasia’s Mother

Minister of Youth and Sports, Sunday Dare has thanked God Almighty and all agencies who played various roles for the release of Madam Beauty Siasia, mother of former Super Eagles coach, Samson Siaisa from kidnappers captivity.

17. Asisat Oshoala Scores As Barcelona Win Rival

Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala scored as Barcelona beat Sevilla in the Liga Iberdrola on Sunday.

18. BBNaija: Ike, Elozonam Evicted From Reality Show

Big Brother Naija, BBNaija housemate, Ike and Elozonam were evicted from the reality show.

19. BBNaija: Watch As Mercy Breaks Down In Tears Following Ike’s Eviction

Big Brother Naija, BBNaija, housemate, Mercy on Sunday broke down in tears.

20. BBNaija: What Ex-housemate Said About Tacha’s Disqualification

Former BBNaija housemate jackye has reacted to the disqualification of Tacha from the pepper dem eviction, saying she hopes the Instagram queen changes her attitude.

21. BBNaija: Controversial OAP Daddy Freezes Questions Tacha’s Disqualification

Controversial media personality Daddy Freeze has criticised the organisers of Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) over the disqualification of ‘Instagram queen’ Tacha.