Major Nigeria Newspaper headlines & Naija News Today, Monday, March 13th, 2023 can be accessed below.
Below are the Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines from Nigerian Newspapers today:
POLITICS AND NATIONAL NEWS
1. Naira Crisis: Govs Give Malami, Emefiele Tuesday Ultimatum To Obey Supreme Court Order
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the State governments, which sued the Federal Government on the naira redesign policy, have given the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Abubakar Malami, SAN, and the Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, till Tuesday to comply with the order of the Supreme Court on the currency.
2. Judge Who Gave Ruling On Atiku, Obi’s Suit Transferred To Port Harcourt
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the judge, Justice Joseph Ikyegh who delivered the ruling in the applications brought before the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal sitting in Abuja by the presidential candidates of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar and that of the Labour Party, Peter Obi has been transferred.
3. Kaduna Killings: Peter Obi Implores Security Agents To Intervene
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has condemned the reported killing of residents at Ungwan Wakili community in Zango Kataf Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
4. ‘I Am Shocked And Saddened’– Peter Obi Reacts To Recent Kaduna Attack
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi has condemned the terrorist attack in Kaduna State which resulted in the killing of several residents.
5. Kano Lawmakers Give Nod To State Anthem Bill
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kano State Executive Council has given approval for the Kano State Anthem Bill 2023 and its transmission to the State House of Assembly for passage into law.
6. Oluwo Shares Cash, Food Items, Other Essentials With Residents Amid Naira Scarcity
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, has distributed cash, food items, grinding and sewing machines to some residents drawn from three Local Government Areas under his domain to cushion the effects of the current harsh economy.
SPECIAL REPORT
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. 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.’
11. 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
12. ‘Stop Throwing Citizens Into Panic’ – APC Slams Rhodes-Vivour Over Alleged Threat To Life
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has berated the Labour Party gubernatorial candidate in the state, Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, over an alleged threat to life by the ruling party.
13. Sanwo-Olu To Lagos Businesses: It’s Illegal To Reject Old Naira Notes
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has asked business owners in the state to accept transactions with old naira notes.
14. Bus-Train Collision: Lagos Discharges 53 Victims As Sanwo-Olu Hails Blood Donors
Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced that 53 victims of the recent bus-train crash in the state have been discharged from government health facilities.
INTERNATIONAL
15. Germany: Aftermath Of Hamburg Jehovah’s Witnesses Mass Shooting
Eko Hot Blog reports that In a brightly lit hall on an industrial estate, rows of empty chairs are arranged in front of a plain wooden lectern.
16. Israel: Hundreds Of Thousands Protest Judicial Reforms
Eko Hot Blog reports that Hundreds of thousands of Israelis rallied against the government’s judicial plans on Saturday night, in what organisers said were the biggest street protests in Israel’s history.
17. US: Eight Dead After Suspected Smuggling Boats Capsize
Eko Hot Blog reports that At least eight people have died after two boats capsized off the California coast, emergency services have said.
ARTICLE
18. 5 Signs Your Heart Is Unhealthy
Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide.
ENTERTAINMENT
19. All About The 95th Oscars Nominees
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 95th edition of the Academy Awards, popularly known as the Oscars, held on Sunday, at Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles, United States. The ceremony, which is held yearly by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, will honour films released in 2022.
20. OSCARS2023: Full List Of Winners
Eko Hot Blog reports that Hollywood royalty gathered to find out who had won a coveted Oscars statuette on Sunday. Here is the list of winners and all the nominees announced at the 95th Academy Awards in Los Angeles.
21. Oscars2023: List Of Celebrities Who Presented Awards
Eko Hot Blog reports that The Academy announced some the stars who presented those golden statuettes.
22. Cubana Chief Priest Faces His Nemesis: Social Media Blackmailers
EKO HOT BLOG reports that famous Nigerian socialite and celebrity barman, Cubana ChiefPriest, has denied allegations of fathering a child with a Kenyan side chic. The allegations were made by an Instagram blogger, who claimed that the socialite had welcomed a baby with the woman who resides in Kenya.
SPORT
23. Odion Ighalo Leads Ronaldo In Goal Scoring Chart In Saudi Arabia League
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerian footballer Odion Ighalo has taken the lead over Portugal’s national team captain Cristiano Ronaldo in the race for the top scorer in the Saudi Arabia league. Ighalo’s recent brace has put him ahead of Ronaldo, as both players compete for goal points in the league.
24. Jose Peseiro Weighs In On Osimhen’s Ballon D’or Chances
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro, has expressed his uncertainty about Nigerian footballer Victor Osimhen winning the Ballon d’Or award. Speaking to reporters on Saturday, Peseiro shared his thoughts on Osimhen’s current form and his potential future.
25. Week 36 Pool Results For Sat 11 Mar 2023 – UK 2022/2023 – Pool Agent
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the week 36 pool fixtures are for forty-nine (49) football matches for UK football 2022/2023 from the pool agent.
Top Newspaper Headlines Monday, March 13th 2023
Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Major Newspapers in Nigeria
PUNCH NEWSPAPER
1. Gov election: OAU extends resumption date
The management of the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, on Sunday, announced a change in the resumption date for the students of the institution.
The management said the students were earlier expected to resume March 15, 2023, but would now return to campus on March 21, 2023.
A statement by the Public Relations Officer of the University, Mr. Abiodun Olanrewwaju, explained that the change was caused by the shift in the date for the governorship and House of Assembly elections.
2. Royal father, Mogajis, others throw weight behind Makinde
The Onpetu of Ijeru in Ogbomosoland, Oyo State, Oba Sunday Oyediran, alongside Ibadan family heads, popularly known as Mogajis and part II chiefs in Ibadanland, have thrown their weight behind the re-election bid of the state Governor, Seyi Makinde.
Others, who also pledged their votes for Makinde ahead of the Saturday, March 18 governorship election, were the market men and women association in the state, traders and artisans, the Nigerian Union of Teachers and youth groups.
A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Taiwo Adisa, on Sunday, said the groups made their decision known, on Saturday at the Ilaji Hotels and Resort, Akanran, Ibadan, when the governor paid a visit to the chairman of the hotel who is also Otun Apesinola of Ibadanland, Dotun Sanusi.
Sanusi, who gave a short address to welcome the visitors, said that he was supporting Makinde’s re-election after the governor had mobilised support for the election of Nigeria’s President-elect, Bola Tinubu in penultimate Saturday’s presidential election.
3. Osun PDP accuses police of clampdown, threatens protest
The leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party in Osun State has decried the mass arrest of its leaders by the police, alleging that the development was in a bid to manipulate next Saturday’s State Assembly elections.
The acting state chairman of the party, Dr Akindele Adekunle, in a statement obtained in Osogbo on Sunday, said PDP members would occupy police offices across the state in peaceful protest, unless the Inspector General of Police, Mr Usman Baba Alkali, to put an end to the ongoing arrest of its leaders.
The party said the IGP Alkali was duty-bound to be impartial in enforcing the law, adding that the police boss should not take directives on who to arrest or detain from the chieftains of the All Progressives Congress.
The statement read in parts, “Our leaders are being arrested in a bid to rig Saturday’s election. We will resist any ploy to manipulate the polls. Osun people voted overwhelmingly for PDP in the last polls. They are ready to freely exercise their voting rights again. Arresting our leaders on Kangaroo charges is an attack on democracy and our fundamental human rights.
VANGUARD NEWSPAPER
4. Nwobodo endorses PDP’s Mbah, urges youths to vote for him
Former Governor of Old Anambra, Sen. Jim Nwobodo, has endorsed the Governorship Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Enugu State, Dr Peter Mbah, as his sole candidate for the March 18 polls.
Nwobodo also appealed to youths in the state to vote massively for Mbah as well as shun violence, reject calls for violence, angry and vengeance voting.
The elder statesman said this on Sunday at a press conference he held at his country home at Amechi, Awkunanw, in Enugu.
5. Election: Atiku cautions Wike
The Presidential Candidate of Peoples Democ ratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has cautioned the Governor of Rivers State, Nyesom Wike, against speaking under the influence of alcohol.
Atiku gave the words of caution in a statement signed by his Special Assistant on Public Communications, Phrank Shaibu, in Abuja, on Sunday.
He gave the advice in response to comments made by the governor while addressing his supporters, in Port Harcourt.
6. Election Violence: 10 suspected armed thugs arrested in Enugu
No less than 10 armed thugs were on Sunday rounded up by the men of Nigeria Army in Isi-Uzo local government council guest house at Ikem, Enugu state.
The thugs were allegedly stationed in the guest house by the local government council chairman, Obiora Obeagu, for the purposes of the March 18 Governorship, Senate and House of Assembly elections in Enugu East Senatorial zone.
The armed men were said to have been imported from Aguleri in Anambra state and quartered in the guest house waiting to unleash mayhem in the area on the day of the election.
THE NATION NEWSPAPER
7. We pay N2.4b annually to pensioners, says Ondo
Ondo State Government said it spends N2.4bn annually to pay gratuities to retired civil servants in the State.
It said it was up-to-date with the payment of pensions.
Ondo Head of Service (HoS), Pastor Kayode Ogundele, who spoke in an interview, explained that the increase in the pension allowances of retirees in the State was in line with the consequential adjustment arising from the implementation of the national minimum wage in 2019 in the country.
8. How Uba Sani’s campaign coordinator worked against Tinubu, APC candidates in Kaduna
Ahead of the March 18th Gubernatorial and State Assembly elections, facts have emerged on how the Coordinator of Senator Uba Sani in Igabi Local Government area Hon Mamadi worked against the All Progressives Congress (APC) presidential candidate Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu and other candidates of the party on February 25.
In a viral 2 minute 22 second video, Mamadi is captured expressing gratitude to his constituents for voting against Tinubu, APC senatorial candidate, Muhammad Sani Dattijo and House of Representatives candidate, Hon Zayyan Ibrahim.
Mamadi in a meeting with traditional and religious leaders thanked them for defeating Tinubu who is a non northerner and other APC candidates as his conspirators.
He is heard saying: “We thank you for voting Hussaini Jallo of the PDP as directed from the above and for defeating APC candidates in the last elections as agreed.”
DAILY POST
9. Reconfigure your Basic Values of Acceptable Society – Peter Obi urges Nigerians
The presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has sent a message to Nigerians on the state of the country.
The former governor of Anambra State polled 6,101,533 votes to take third place in the 25 February presidential election, and has appealed to Nigerians on the need to recalibrate their “Basic Values of Acceptable to Society,” dubbed ‘BVAS.’
“As the reconfiguration of BVAS has become our watchword today, I humbly appeal to Nigerians that it’s time to Reconfigure our own BVAS – “BASIC VALUES ACCEPTABLE TO SOCIETY. ” Have a nice Sunday and may God Almighty bless Nigeria,” he posted on his Twitter handle.
10. Wike, messiah to restore PDP’s lost glory – El-Rufai’s son, Bashir
The son of Governor Nasir el-Rufai of Kaduna State, Bashir, has suggested that Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State is saving the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.
Bashir disclosed that Wike could be the anointed messiah that would revive PDP’s lost glory.
Wike has been at loggerheads with the PDP leadership since he lost the party’s presidential ticket.
Following his defeat at the PDP primaries, Wike had refused to support the party’s flagbearer, Atiku Abubakar.
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