Here is Top Nigerian Stories today, September 10, 2024.
Nigeria’s match against Rwanda in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers ended in a goalless draw. Despite a strong performance, including a seemingly legitimate goal by Ademola Lookman being disallowed, the Super Eagles failed to secure a win in Kigali on Tuesday.
Augustine Eguavoen has stepped aside from his role as the interim coach of Nigeria’s national football team, the Super Eagles. According to OwnGoalNigeria, Eguavoen, who also serves as the technical director of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), was appointed for just two matches. His brief tenure followed unsuccessful efforts to hire a permanent head coach.
An unspecified number of inmates have escaped from the Maiduguri correctional center following severe flooding in Maiduguri, Borno State. The floods caused significant damage to the prison and other facilities. Authorities have confirmed that the escapees are considered dangerous and may be armed. A manhunt is underway to recapture them.
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) announced it will conduct comprehensive medical checks on its President, Joe Ajaero, following his release from detention by the Department of State Services (DSS). Ajaero was arrested at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport while en-route to the UK for a conference on workers’ rights. The NLC expressed gratitude for the support received during his detention.
General Christopher Musa, the Chief of Defence Staff, has vowed to capture notorious bandit leader Bello Turji. This statement came after reports of Turji allegedly seizing two mine-resistant vehicles belonging to the Nigerian Army.
President Bola Tinubu, represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, reiterated his administration’s commitment to economic stability at the 17th Annual Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria (CIBN) Conference. Tinubu emphasized efforts to reduce inflation, stabilize the foreign exchange market, and improve fiscal management.
In Zaranda village, Toro Local Government Area of Bauchi State, two charcoal sellers were allegedly killed in a violent clash with local hunters. The incident sparked protests and roadblocks on the Bauchi-Jos Federal highway, disrupting traffic flow.
The Borno Museum Park has raised concerns over deadly animals intruding into residential communities. The park’s General Manager, Ali Abatcha Don Best, reported significant damage and the death of over 80% of animals due to recent floods.
Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, revealed that Joe Ajaero’s arrest was partly due to his perceived disregard for the law. Onanuga stated that Ajaero’s alleged refusal to comply with security operatives contributed to his detention by the DSS at the Abuja airport.
Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman and CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), has expressed…
On Friday, December 20th, the Borno State capital played host to an inspiring literary event…
In a coordinated effort, troops of the 6 Division, along with other security agencies, have…