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Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Thursday, March 2nd 2023

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Below are the Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines from Nigerian Newspapers today:

POLITICS AND NATIONAL NEWS

1. President-elect, Bola Tinubu Set To Visit Atiku, Obi After Electoral Victory

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is set to visit his closest rival and candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar.

2. UK Congratulates Tinubu, Calls On FG To Heed Opposition’s Grievances

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United Kingdom (UK), has congratulated Nigeria’s President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, over his victory at the just concluded election held on Saturday, February 25, 2023.

3. ‘Nigeria Needs Your Welfarist Ideals At This Time’ – Osinbajo Congratulates Tinubu

Eko Hot Blog reports that Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has congratulated President-elect Bola Tinubu on his electoral success in the 2023 presidential election.

4. Elections: PDP Refuses To Accept Defeat, Vows To Retrieve Mandate

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Atiku-Okowa Presidential Campaign Council of the Peoples Democratic Party has vowed to challenge the outcome of the February 25 presidential election that returned the candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress, Bola Tinubu, as President-elect.

5. Election: Imo, Rivers Results Manipulated By INEC – Civil Right Organization

EKO HOT BLOG reports that a civil rights organisation, Yiaga Africa, has added a new twist to the general election conducted on February 25, saying that the results from Imo and Rivers states were inconsistent with its projections for the states.

6. ‘Wike’s Son Was Not Attacked Or Killed’ – Rivers Govt Debunks Rumours

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Rivers State Government has debunked reports alleging that the son of Governor Nyesom Wike was shot dead in the United States.

7. Court Jails House Of Reps Majority Leader Doguwa For Alleged Murder

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Majority Leader of the House of Representatives, Alhassan Doguwa has been remanded at a correctional facility over charges of culpable homicide and arson.

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. 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.’

12. 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.

13. Falz, Mr Macaroni In Attendance As Lagos Police Meet Critical Stakeholders, Sue For Peace

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Idowu Owohunwa, on Wednesday, convened a meeting of political parties, traditional rulers, religious/youth/market leaders, media influencers and other opinion moulders at the POWA Hall of the Command Headquarters, Ikeja Lagos.

14. Lagos Now Allows Online Payment, Registration For Screening Tests Into Model Colleges

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Lagos State Government has commenced an online payment model for Registration and Screening Test into the state model colleges and upgraded junior secondary schools.

15. TikTok Sets Daily Screen Time Limit For Under-18 Users

Eko Hot Blog reports that TikTok is setting a 60-minute daily screen time limit for users who are aged under 18.

16. Israel: Police Crack Down On Protesters Of Judicial Reforms

Eko Hot Blog reports that Israelis protesting against contentious judicial reforms are blocking roads and railways in a “day of disruption”.

17. US: Vanessa Bryant Gets Almost $29m Settlement From LA County

Eko Hot Blog reports that Los Angeles County has agreed to pay nearly $29m (£24m) to NBA superstar Kobe Bryant’s widow after police shared graphic images of his fatal helicopter crash two years ago.

18. Here’s Why Donald Trump And Fox News Owner Are Locking Horns

Eko Hot Blog reports that Former President Donald Trump has lashed out at Fox News owner Rupert Murdoch, accusing him of betraying Fox hosts in recent legal testimony.

19. Argentina: Fire Knocks Out Power Grid

Eko Hot Blog reports that More than half of Argentina has been left without power after a fire affected the national electricity grid.

20. Greece: Prime Minister Speaks On Causes Of The Train Crash

Eko Hot Blog reports that the country’s prime minister has said; “One of Greece’s worst-ever rail disasters, which claimed at least 43 lives, was due to tragic human error.”

21. Harry And Meghan Requested To Vacate Frogmore Cottage

Eko Hot Blog reports that The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have been asked to vacate their British base of Frogmore Cottage, the couple’s spokesperson has confirmed.

22. 3 Medical Problems You Can Use Lime Water To Prevent And Manage

Lime water contains a sour juicy fluid, which is a mixture of different organic compounds including antioxidants, minerals, and body-friendly vitamins that are good for the body.

23. Justin Bieber Cancels Tours After Suffering Facial Paralysis

Eko Hot Blog reports that Justin Bieber has cancelled all of the remaining dates of his Justice world tour, following health issues

24. Peter Okoye Calls For Calm Following Peter Obi’s Loss

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Peter Obi, has been consoled by Nigerian music star, Peter Okoye of P-Square, following his defeat in the just-concluded 2023 presidential election.

25. Money Wasted, But Let’s Be Calm – Charly Boy Reacts

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Charles Oputa, also known as Charly Boy, has called on Nigerian youths to remain calm and not overreact to the results of the 2023 presidential election declared by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

26. France: World Cup Record Holder Just Fontaine Dies Aged 89

Eko Hot Blog reports that Just Fontaine, who holds the record for the most goals scored at a single World Cup, has died at the age of 89.

27. Arsenal Legend On Who Benefits From Gabriel Jesus’ Return

EKO HOT BLOG reports that former Arsenal player and legend, Ian Wright, has highlighted Gabriel Martinelli as the Gunners star that will benefit when Gabriel Jesus returns from injury.

28. Jurgen Klopp Is The Right Man To Turn The Tides – Mane

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Sadio Mane, a Bayern Munich forward and former Liverpool player, has expressed his confidence in Liverpool’s current manager, Jurgen Klopp, as the right man to lead the Reds back to glory, despite the team’s struggles this season.

Top 10 Newspaper Headlines Thursday, March 2nd 2023

Newspaper Headlines

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Major Newspapers in Nigeria

PUNCH NEWSPAPER

1. Supreme Court reaffirms Wali as Kano PDP gov candidate

The Supreme Court on Wednesday dismissed Muhammad Abacha’s appeal, challenging the victory of Sadiq Aminu Wali, as Kano governorship candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party.

Recall that the Kano division of the Court of Appeal on February 10, 2023, sacked Mohammed Abacha, as the Peoples Democratic Party governorship candidate in the state.

In its ruling, the court set aside the judgment of a High Court that recognized Abacha, as the PDP standard bearer in the state.

2. ACF chieftain Yakassai warns Tinubu against unity govt

A founding member of the Arewa Consultative Forum, Alhaji Tanko Yakassai, has warned the President-elect, Bola Tinubu, not to bow to the pressure of forming a government of national unity.

A national unity government or government of national unity is a broad coalition consisting of all parties (or all major parties), usually formed during a time of war or national emergency.

The elder statesman gave the warning during an interview at his residence in Abuja on Wednesday.

3. Assailants killl Osun resident, APC fingers PDP thugs

Some yet-to-be-identified assailants have reportedly murdered a resident of Ijebu Jesa in Osun State, Tunde Ejoka.

According to findings, the corpse of the late Ejoka was discovered in the early hours of Wednesday in his residence.

Sources in Ijebu Jesa said the late Ejoka had hearing and speaking impairment and was discovered dismembered by some unknown people.

The spokesperson for Osun Police Command, Yemisi Opalola, confirmed the incident, saying an investigation had commenced to unravel the circumstances surrounding the killing.

VANGUARD NEWSPAPER

4. President-elect visits Buhari, presents Certificate of Return

President-elect, Sen. BolaTinubu, on Wednesday night met with President Muhammadu Buhari in Daura, hours after collecting his Certificate of Return from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).

Tinubu was accompanied by Vice-President-elect, Kashim Shettima and the National Chairman of All Progressives Congress (APC), Sen. Abdullahi Adamu.

Others on the trip to Daura were the Governors of Kaduna, Nasir El-Rufai; Kebbi, Atiku Bagudu; Ebonyi, Dave Umahi; Zamfara, Bello Matawalle; Niger, Abubakar Sani-Bello; Lagos, Babajide Sanwo-Olu; Ogun, Dapo Abiodun, Jigawa, Badaru Abubakar and Plateau, Simon Lalong.

5. UK prime minister, Sunak congratulates Tinubu on election victory

United Kingdom prime minister Rishi Sunak has congratulated Nigeria’s president-elect Bola Tinubu on his victory at the 2023 presidential election.

“Congratulations to Bola Ahmed Tinubu on his victory in Nigeria,” Sunak tweeted Wednesday.

“The UK-Nigeria relationship remains strong. I look forward to working together to grow our security and trade ties, opening up opportunities for businesses and creating prosperity in both our countries.”

6. ‘You are undermining election process,’ Buni attacks Obasanjo

Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe state has condemned the statement made by former President Olusegun Obasanjo, calling on President Muhammadu Buhari to cancel the result of the Presidential and National Assembly elections.

Buni said the former president’s statement is capable of inciting violence across the country and undermining the election process.

He disclosed this on Wednesday during a meeting with traditional rulers and critical stakeholders held at the Government House in Damaturu.

THE NATION NEWSPAPER

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