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Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Monday, February 27th 2023
Major Nigeria Newspaper headlines & Naija News Today, Monday, February 27th, 2023 can be accessed below.
Below are the Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines from Nigerian Newspapers today:
POLITICS AND NATIONAL NEWS
1. INEC Declares Tinubu Winner In Ondo State
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Returning Officer for Ondo State has declared the candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu, as the winner of the 2023 presidential election held in the state last Saturday.
2. Wike Responds To Labour Party’s Allegations Of Working For APC
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, had replied to the Labour Party Allegation of manipulating the election in favor of the APC presidential candidate, Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
3. PDP Trying To Make RECs Change Results | LP Mobilising For Another ‘EndSARS’ – APC
Eko Hot Blog reports that the All Progressives Congress has accused the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) of putting pressure on State Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) to change results before submission in Abuja.
4. Ex-President’s Brother, Lt Col. Yar’Adua Wins Katsina Central Senatorial Election
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the younger brother of the late President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua, Abdulaziz Yar’adua, has been declared the winner of the Katsina Central Senatorial District election.
5. 2023Elections: Obi Wins Lalong’s Polling Unit In Plateau
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Governor of Plateau State and Director General of the All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council, Simon Lalong, has lost his polling unit to the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, during the election conducted on Saturday.
6. 2023Elections: Atiku Takes Lead In Bauchi
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Presidential Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, is currently leading in the seven local government areas of Bauchi State announced by the Independent National Electoral Commission.
7. 2023: INEC To Conduct Fresh Election In Abia
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced that it will be conducting fresh presidential and national assembly elections in seven Local Government Areas of Abia State on Monday.
8. Obi Take Early Lead In Plateau, Wins 5 Of 7 LGAs
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi has won five out of the seven local government areas so far declared in Plateau State.
SPECIAL REPORT
9. Tinubu Vs. Atiku. Vs. Peter Obi: Issues The Next President Must Prioritise
When the sun rises on Saturday, February 25, 2023, the people of Nigeria will be caught on a journey to choose their next leader, like travellers on a perilous expedition through treacherous terrain. This election will shape the fate of the country, at least for the next four years. The air is electric, crackling with anticipation and uncertainty like a gathering storm.
10. Are We Set To Experience A Paradigm Shift? A Closer Look At Peter Obi’s 2023 Presidential Bid
One name that is profound in conversations around the coming election is Peter Obi. Obi, a man whose name has become synonymous with success and prudent spending, has captured the hearts and minds of young Nigerians across the country. There is no denying the incredible achievements of this former governor of Anambra State.
11. Democratic Freedom Under Threat: Victimisation Of Nigerians For Exercising Their Right To Political Choice
Freedom of thought and conscience is a fundamental right that every developed nation recognizes and protects through its constitution. It is this right that guarantees citizens the freedom to vote and be elected into public office.
12. New Naira Policy: President Buhari And Consistent Draconian Policies
The memories of Major-General Muhammadu Buhari’s leadership remain etched in the minds of only a few, despite his tenure as Nigeria’s Military Head of State from 1983 to 1985 being witnessed by many. His regime was marked by authoritarian policies that were so pervasive they gave rise to the term ‘Buharism.’
13. 2023 Elections: What Is Really Behind The Political Smokescreen Of Nigeria?
As the Nigerian presidential election approaches, we all eagerly await the outcome, wondering who will emerge victorious and surpass their opponents through either cunning or sheer luck.
EKO NEWS
14. 2023Elections: “We Were Disenfranchised”- Lagos Youths To INEC
Eko Hot Blog reports that some youths in Lagos have expressed dismay over their denial to cast their votes during the just concluded presidential and National Assembly elections.
15. Lagos Police Arrest 23 Suspects For Electoral Offences
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Police Command says 23 persons suspected to be involved in electoral violence and other crimes were arrested during the presidential and National Assembly elections on Saturday in Lagos.
EPE NEWS
16. 2023 Election: Wale Raji Wins Reelection To House Of Reps By A Landslide
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Member of the House of Representatives representing Epe Federal Constituency, Epe, Lagos, has won reelection by a landslide.
17. Songs Of Excitement In Epe As Wale Raji Promises Voters To Expect ‘Much More’
Eko Hot Blog reports that the lawmaker representing Epe Federal Constituency, Wale Raji, has thanked voters for reelecting him.
INTERNATIONAL
18. England: Junior Doctors To Embark On Strike
Eko Hot Blog reports that Junior doctors in England will strike on 13, 14 and 15 March, the British Medical Association has announced.
19. Italy:At Least 59 Migrants Die In Shipwreck
Eko Hot Blog reports that at least 59 migrants, including 12 children, have died and dozens more are feared missing after their boat sank in rough seas off southern Italy.
20. Israel And Palestinians Pledge To End Surge In Violence
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Israeli government and the Palestinian Authority have announced a joint commitment to take immediate steps to end a surge in violence.
21. Mexico: Citizens Protest Against Electoral Watchdog Reform
Eko Hot Blog reports that Huge rallies have been held in several Mexican cities against what protesters say are government attempts to undermine the electoral authorities.
ARTICLE
22. 5 Health Benefits You Can Get From Drinking Black Tea On A Regular Basis
Black tea contains beneficial compounds that help the body fight disease. There are numerous health benefits and antioxidants in black tea, making it a popular beverage around the world
ENTERTAINMENT
23. Eniola Badmus Comes Under Heavy Fire Over Ill Conceived Post
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerian actress, Eniola Badmus, has come under heavy criticism from her colleagues in the Nollywood industry for unveiling materials meant to be used for the swearing-in ceremony of the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu.
SPORT
24. A First Of Many? Erik ten Hag Makes A Manchester Difference
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Manchester United have ended their six-year trophy drought by winning the Carabao Cup final against Newcastle United, under Erik ten Hag.
25. Chelsea Falls Again To A Consecutive EPL Defeat, Potter Gives Reasons
EKO HOT BLOG reports on Chelsea’s Premier League defeat for the consecutive weekend following the loss to 20th placed Southampton last weekend as they again fall to London rivals, Tottenham Hotspurs.
26. Olivier Giroud In Shock Return To The Premier League
EKO HOT BLOG reports that former Chelsea and Arsenal striker, Olivier Giroud, is reportedly open to a return to the English Premier League (EPL) next season and has expressed a preference for joining a London-based club.
27. Victor Osimhen Gets Eyed By Atletico Madrid
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Napoli striker Victor Osimhen has emerged as a transfer target for La Liga giants Atletico Madrid, according to reports. The Nigerian international has been in outstanding form this season, scoring 19 goals in just 20 Serie A matches for Napoli.
28. Tyson Fury Bets Against Jake Paul Ahead Of Saudi Arabia Hostilities
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Tyson Fury, the undefeated heavyweight champion, has placed a £100,000 bet on his younger brother, Tommy Fury, to win against Jake Paul in their upcoming fight in Saudi Arabia.
Top 10 Newspaper Headlines Monday, February 27th 2023
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Major Newspapers in Nigeria
PUNCH NEWSPAPER
1. #NigeriaElections2023: INEC rejects Okowa’s LG results for over-voting
The Independent National Electoral Commission in Delta State has rejected the presidential results of the local government area of the vice presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party and governor of the state, Ifeanyi Okowa, citing over-voting.
2. #NigeriaElection2023: INEC cancels two Ekiti election results, Melaye demands explanation
The Independent National Electoral Commission on Sunday evening announced that the election results of two units in Ekiti were cancelled for over-voting and bypassing the Bimodal Voter Accreditation System.
The report was filed by INEC State Collation Officer for Presidential Election, Prof Akeem Lasisi, shortly after the All Progressives Congress presidential candidate, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, was declared as the winner of Saturday’s presidential election in Ekiti.
Tinubu polled, 201,494 votes to defeat his counterpart in the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, who scored 89,554 votes.
Peter Obi of the Labour Party emerged third with 11,397 votes while Musa Kwankwaso of the New Nigeria Peoples Party polled 264 votes.
3. NigeriaElections2023: Ohanaeze warns against manipulation of election results
The apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has warned the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, Prof Mahmood Yakubu, against the manipulation of the results of Saturday’s presidential and National Assembly elections to favour a particular candidate against the wishes of the electorate.
Ohanaeze gave the warning in a statement on Sunday, saying that the manipulation of election results is an invitation for anarchy as Nigerians would not accept anything less than to ensure that their votes count.
The Igbo apex body, in the statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary, Dr Alex Ogbonnia, said that the reported irregularities across the country especially in Lagos, Delta, five South-East states, Rivers and a host of other states smacked betrayal and trust of Nigerians on the electoral process.
Ohanaeze said, “Professor Yakubu is reminded that Nigerians went into this election based on his assurances that the deployment of BVAS by INEC was a perfect antidote to electoral malpractices in Nigeria.
VANGUARD NEWSPAPER
4. 2023 Elections: Tinubu loses Ikeja LGA to Peter Obi
Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, LP, Peter Obi has defeated Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the presidential candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC in his Ikeja Local Government Area.
See the result below.
Ikeja LGA
APC 21,276
LP 30,004
5. APC declares polls successful, says delay in results upload not unusual
The All Progressives Congress APC Presidential Campaign Council PCC has declared Saturday’s Presidential election as hugely successful, warning the opposition Peoples Democratic Party PDP and Labour Party LP not to disrupt the process, but to allow the electoral umpire to conclude its assignment.
According to the council, there was nothing strange in the late upload of results to the result viewing portal of the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC, saying technical glitches and the late start to the polls are enough reasons.
Director, of Media and Publicity at the APC Presidential Campaign Council, Mr Bayo Onanuga disclosed this in a late-Sunday statement issued in Abuja.
6. 2023 Elections: Sabotage not responsible for slow portal – INEC
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC said sabotage is not responsible for the problems encountered with its results viewing Portal (IReV).
INEC National Commissioner and Chairman, Information and Voter Education Committee, Festus Okoye, stated this in Abuja on Sunday.
Okoye acknowledged that the commission was aware of challenges with the IReV.
According to him, unlike in off-season elections where the portal was used, it has been relatively slow and unsteady.
THE NATION NEWSPAPER
DAILY POST
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