Here are the leading 10 headlines from around the nation.
1. Sheikh Gumi Advocates for Rehabilitation of Bandits Similar to Niger Delta Militants
Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Gumi, a prominent and often debated Islamic cleric, has urged Nigerian officials to adopt a rehabilitation approach for Fulani bandits akin to the one used for Niger Delta militants, emphasizing that such measures are crucial for the success of ongoing peace initiatives.
2. SERAP and Amnesty Call on Tinubu to Drop Cybercrime and Defamation Charges Against Sowore, X, and Facebook
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) alongside Amnesty International have appealed to President Bola Tinubu to instruct the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Mr. Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, to immediately retract the cybercrime and defamation allegations leveled against activist Omoyele Sowore, as well as the social media platforms X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook, citing concerns over freedom of expression related to Sowore’s critical posts.
3. EFCC to Collaborate with Korean National Police Agency in Combating Financial Crimes
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is preparing to join forces with South Korea’s National Office of Investigation under the Korean National Police Agency (KNPA) to enhance efforts against economic and financial offenses, aiming to bolster institutional cooperation between Nigeria and South Korea.
4. Bishop Kukah Asserts Democracy in Africa is Declining, Not Dead
Most Rev. Matthew Hassan Kukah, Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, challenges the widespread belief that democracy has perished in Africa, instead describing it as undergoing a period of decline that requires active resistance to restore its vitality.
5. Nigerian Minister Warns Abuja-Lokoja Road Contractors of Possible EFCC and ICPC Action Over Poor Work
David Umahi, Minister of Works, has issued a firm caution to contractors responsible for segments of the Abuja-Lokoja Road project, threatening to report them to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) if their substandard performance continues.
6. Boat Capsizes as Sokoto Residents Flee Lakurawa Terrorist Attacks, Resulting in Multiple Deaths
Several inhabitants of Sabon Birni Local Government Area tragically drowned after a boat overturned while they were escaping a renewed assault by Lakurawa terrorists, with the exact number of casualties yet to be confirmed.
7. Brenda Biya Urges Cameroonians to Reject Her Father in Upcoming Presidential Election
Brenda Biya, daughter of Cameroon’s long-standing President Paul Biya, has publicly encouraged voters to withhold their support from her father in the forthcoming October presidential election, signaling a rare familial dissent.
8. Seyi Awolowo Sparks Controversy by Labeling BBNaija Contestants as ‘Uneducated’
Seyi Awolowo, a former contestant from the 2019 ‘Pepper Dem’ season of Big Brother Naija, has ignited debate after stating his refusal to participate again in the reality show, criticizing the educational background of current contestants.
9. UK, Canada, and Australia Officially Recognize Palestinian State, Challenging Israel’s Stance
In a landmark foreign policy development, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia have formally acknowledged the State of Palestine, marking a significant shift in Western diplomatic positions on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and drawing immediate rebuke from Israel.
10. Arsenal Secures Late Equalizer Against Manchester City in Premier League Thriller
Gabriel Martinelli scored a crucial late goal to earn Arsenal a 1-1 draw in an exhilarating Premier League match against Manchester City on Sunday.
