Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG summary of top Major Nigeria Newspaper headlines for today, Monday, February 15th, 2021
1. Lagos Data Missing As NCDC Reports 520 New COVID-19 Cases
The latest figures by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has shown that Nigeria has recorded a total of 146,184 COVID-19 cases.
2. FG Calls For Robust Collaboration In Nigeria-UAE Relations
The Federal Government has called for a robust collaboration with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in strengthening existing bilateral relations between the two countries.
3. #EndSARS Protesters Are Rogues, Thieves – FG
Bashir Magashi, Nigeria’s Minister of Defence has said over 60 percent of those who participated in the #EndSARS protests don’t know why they participated in the demonstrations and that some of them are rogues and thieves.
4. Osinbajo Condemns Shasha Violence, Sues For Peace
Vice President Professor Yemi Osinbajo has condemned the violence that led to the loss of lives at the Shasha Market, in Oyo State, calling for peace between the northern traders and those in the southwest.
5. We Were Not Prepared For Jakande’s Death – Son
Son of the late former Governor of Lagos, Alhaji Lateef Jakande, Mr Seyi Jakande, said on Sunday that the family was not prepared for the demise of their patriarch.
6. Gov. Makinde Needs To Be More Proactive – Fayose
Former Governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, has called on Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State to be more proactive in fighting insecurity in the state.
7. 7 Air Force Officers Killed After Devastating Onslaught On Kaduna Bandits
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says seven of its ground troops were killed in an ambush by rampaging bandits in Kaduna.
8. PDP Cautions FG Against Fuel Price Increase
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has cautioned the Federal Government against further increase in fuel price in the country.
9. PDP Blasts Buhari Over Silence Amid Widespread Unrest
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has chastised President Muhammadu Buhari over his seeming indifference and aloofness to crisis rocking the nation.
10. Wike, Secondus Rift Worsens Over LG Poll Candidate’s List
The faceoff between the National Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, Uche Secondus, and the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, may have deepened over the choice of candidates for the forthcoming local government elections in the Andoni Local Government Area.
11. Arewa Youths Call On Yahaya Bello To Run For President In 2023
The Arewa Youth Forum (AYF) has called on Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi to run for the Presidency in 2023, stating that it was time for the youth to take over the country’s leadership.
12. Hon. Wale Raji To Address Odo Temu Electricity Woes
In furtherance of his drive to deliver quality representation, one that’s rooted in the spirit of selflessness and altruism, to his constituents, lawmaker representing Epe at the house of representatives, honourable Wale Raji, has vowed take up and address the issue of epileptic power supply bedevilling Odo Temu community.
13. Ex-Rep Boasts APC Will Reclaim Zamfara In 2023
A former member of the House of Representatives, Aminu Sani-Jaji ion Sunday expressed confidence that the All Progressives Congress (APC) will reclaim Zamfara State in the 2023 elections.
14. Nigerians Consume 587 Million Condoms Annually – Report
It has been revealed that Nigerians consume about 587 million condoms yearly.
15. Police Officer Allegedly Kills Self After Shooting Her Man, 5 Months Old Daughter
According to report, the horrible incident occured yesterday evening at Embalenhle, South Africa. It was reported that the police constable wasn’t on duty on the day she took her man’s life and the life of her baby.
16. 4 OPC Members Arrested For Beating Man To Death In Lagos
The Police operatives attached to Bariga Division of the Lagos State Police Command on Saturday, 13th February, 2021, arrested four (4) members of Oodua People’s Congress (OPC) for beating and stabbing one Tochukwu Chidi, m, 35, of No 76 Arobadede Street,Bariga, to death after an argument with them at Temple Street, Bariga, Lagos.
17. 4 Burnt To Death As Fire Engulfs Passenger Bus
At least four persons were burnt beyond recognition on Sunday when a 14-passenger commercial bus was engulfed by fire
18. “Democracy Is Fragile”: Biden Reacts To Trump’s Acquittal
United States President, Joe Biden has said that despite Donald Trump’s acquittal in the US Capitol insurrection trial the charges against him are not in dispute and the attack shows “democracy is fragile.”
19. Opinion: Emilia Asim-Ita: A Life Of Great Impact
It was my husband’s sharp cry that got my attention that evening and I curiously asked what news he had received. “Emilia is dead,” he said, shocking me to the bone. It seemed so unreal. Neither of us could sleep well throughout that night. It finally dawned on us in the morning that Emilia was indeed gone.
20. Photos: Nollywood Stars Who Lost Their Leg
Nollywood stars who lost their legs are outlined below
21. Northerners Blast Rihanna After She Backed Lekki Protesters
The American Singer, Robyn Rihanna Fenty, popularly known as Rihanna, is among the celebrities who condemned the arrest and detention of peaceful protesters on #OccupyLekkiTollgate protest.
22. Enyimba vs Rivers United: How The Pitch Drained The Downpour After Few Minutes (Photos)
Enyimba FC of Aba got a hard-fought 1-0 victory in a thrilling CAF Confederations Cup game in Aba against Rivers United of Port Harcourt.
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