Nigerian Newspapers – Summary Notes: 22 MAR 2025

Nigerian Newspapers – Summary Notes: 22 MAR 2025

1. Renewed Communal Clash in Osun Claims Three Lives

Three people, including ex-councillor Azeez, have reportedly been killed, and 30 others injured in a fresh land dispute clash between Ifon and Ilobu communities in Osun State.

2. Orji Uzor Kalu Loses Bid to Halt FG Appeal in N7.1bn Case

Former Abia Governor Orji Uzor Kalu on Friday failed to stop the Federal Government’s appeal against a 2021 court ruling that halted his N7.1 billion money laundering trial.

3. NAFDAC Destroys 100 Truckloads of Illicit Drugs in Anambra

NAFDAC has destroyed over 100 truckloads of counterfeit drugs seized from Onitsha and Aba markets in a major operation carried out in Awka, Anambra State.

4. Super Eagles Defeat Rwanda 2-0 in World Cup Qualifier

Nigeria’s Super Eagles boosted their World Cup hopes with a 2-0 win over Rwanda, thanks to a first-half brace from Victor Osimhen at Kigali’s Amahoro Stadium.

5. Rivers Sole Administrator Confirms Release of Withheld LG Funds

Vice-Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas (retd.) has confirmed the release of local government allocations in Rivers State following a Supreme Court directive amid the ongoing political crisis.

6. NEF Slams Fubara Suspension, Urges Tinubu to Reinstate Him

The Northern Elders Forum has criticized President Tinubu’s suspension of Rivers Governor Siminalayi Fubara, calling for his immediate reinstatement along with House members.

7. Supreme Court Declares Anyanwu PDP National Secretary

The Supreme Court has affirmed Samuel Anyanwu as the National Secretary of the PDP, ending a prolonged leadership tussle with Sunday Ude-Okoye.

8. Oyo Police Arrest Two with Human Parts

The Oyo State Police Command has arrested Ridwan Bello and Fatai Adeleke for possession of human parts, according to spokesperson Adewale Osifeso.

9. Court Orders Speedy Trial for Nnamdi Kanu

An Abuja Federal High Court has ordered an accelerated hearing of the treasonable felony charges against detained IPOB leader, Mazi Nnamdi Kanu.

10. Air Force Bombards Terrorist Hideouts in Borno, Katsina

The Nigerian Air Force has conducted airstrikes on terrorist strongholds in Borno and Katsina, killing several insurgents, according to spokesperson Group Capt. Kabiru Ali.

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