Here are the leading headlines making waves nationwide today.
1. Rivers State Local Government Elections: APC Clinches Majority with Wike’s Backing
In the recent local government elections held on Saturday in Rivers State, the All Progressives Congress (APC) secured a commanding victory by winning 20 chairmanship positions. Meanwhile, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) managed to capture only three seats, signaling a pdp-and-nnpp-supporters-decamp-to-adc-in-katsina/” title=”…, … and NNPP supporters decamp to ADC in Katsina”>significant political shift in the region.
2. Former Inspector General of Police Solomon Arase Reported Deceased
Reports emerged on Sunday causing widespread concern, particularly within law enforcement circles, about the alleged passing of Solomon Arase, a former Inspector General of Police. The news has sparked an outpouring of condolences and reflections on his tenure.
3. SERAP Calls on President Tinubu to Revoke Increased Passport Fees, Labels Hike ‘Unjust and Illegal’
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to instruct the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, and the Nigeria Immigration Service Comptroller General, Kemi Nanna Nandap, to rescind the recent passport fee increases. The fees, now ranging between ₦100,000 and ₦200,000, have been criticized as excessive, arbitrary, and lacking legal justification.
4. Atiku Abubakar Denounces Rivers LG Election Results, Urges Opposition to Reject Outcome
Former Vice President and PDP presidential hopeful Atiku Abubakar has vehemently criticized the conduct of the Rivers State local government elections, branding the process a “mockery of democratic principles.” He has called on opposition parties to reject the declared results, highlighting concerns over electoral integrity.
5. Aviation Minister Warns PDP Against Banking on Jonathan or Obi for 2027 Presidential Bid
Festus Keyamo, Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has cautioned that the Peoples Democratic Party risks another electoral defeat in 2027 if it continues to rely on former President Goodluck Jonathan or ex-Anambra Governor Peter Obi as its presidential candidates. He suggests the party should consider fresh leadership to regain voter confidence.
6. Nigerian Union of Teachers Disavows Responsibility for Violent Political Incident in Kaduna
The Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) has officially distanced itself from a violent political rally that took place on Saturday at one of its Kaduna premises. The union emphasized that it neither authorized nor endorsed the event, condemning the outbreak of violence.
7. Corporate Affairs Commission Postpones New Service Fee Rollout to October 1
The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced a delay in implementing its revised service fees, pushing the effective date to October 1. This extension provides businesses and stakeholders additional time to prepare for the changes.
8. Tesla Challenges $243 Million Verdict in Autopilot-Related Fatality Case
Tesla Inc. has filed an appeal against a $243 million judgment awarded to the family of a man who died in a crash allegedly linked to the company’s Autopilot system. The case has drawn significant attention to the safety and regulatory scrutiny of autonomous driving technologies.
9. Kanye West Ordered to Pay Substantial Legal Fees in Copyright Dispute Over ‘Donda’ Tracks
A U.S. court has ruled against rapper and producer Kanye West in a lawsuit accusing him of copyright infringement involving two songs from his 2021 album, Donda. The judgment includes a hefty financial penalty covering legal costs.
10. Dominik Szoboszlai’s Late Free Kick Secures Liverpool’s Win Over Arsenal
In a thrilling Premier League encounter at Anfield on Sunday, Liverpool edged out Arsenal thanks to an 83rd-minute free kick from Dominik Szoboszlai. The victory bolsters Liverpool’s position in the league standings amid a fiercely competitive season.
Also worth noting: Union Bank of Nigeria has successfully completed its merger with Titan Trust Bank, marking a significant development in the country’s banking sector.
The above headlines represent the most impactful news stories circulating across Nigerian media on Monday, September 1.
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