Here are the leading headlines making waves nationwide today.
1. Fact-Check: Did Nigerian Police Pledge N10 Million Reward to Activist VDM for Heroic Rescue?
A Facebook post alleges that the Nigerian police promised to grant social media activist VDM a reward of N10 million after he courageously intervened to save a driver shot during a kidnapping attempt in Edo State. This claim is currently under verification.
2. 2027 Presidency: Dele Momodu Critiques PDP’s Southern Zoning as Wike’s Strategic Move Against Tinubu
Publisher and political commentator Dele Momodu has sharply criticized the Peoples Democratic Party’s (PDP) decision to allocate the pdp-2027-south-presidential-ticket-damagum-chairman/” title=”… Sets Sights on the South for 2027 Presidential Ticket, Retains Damagum as National Chairman”>2027 presidential candidacy to the South. He described this zoning as “one of the most reckless moves in Nigeria’s young democratic history,” suggesting it serves as Governor Wike’s calculated strategy to undermine Bola Tinubu’s influence.
3. APC Encourages Presidential Aspirants Despite Tinubu’s Endorsement for Second Term
Following President Bola Tinubu’s endorsement for a second term, the All Progressives Congress (APC) has urged all interested party members to proceed with purchasing nomination forms for the 2027 presidential race, signaling an open contest within the party.
4. Nigerian Traditional Ruler Sentenced to Over Four Years in US for $4.2 Million COVID-19 Fraud
Oba Joseph Oloyede, the Apetu of Ipetumodu in Osun State, has been convicted in the United States and sentenced to more than four years imprisonment for his involvement in a $4.2 million COVID-19 relief fraud scheme.
5. Nigerian Government Closes Down Illegal Gold Mining Operation in Abuja
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has ordered the immediate closure of an unauthorized gold mining site located in Gwagwalada, within the Federal Capital Territory, as part of ongoing efforts to curb illegal mining activities.
Additional News: Police Seek Suspected Land Grabber Linked to Fatal Lagos Incident
Authorities have declared a suspected land grabber wanted following the tragic deaths of three individuals in Lagos, intensifying the crackdown on land-related violence.
6. LASIEC Refutes Allegations of Unpaid Salaries to Ad Hoc Staff for July 12 Elections
The Lagos State Independent Electoral Commission (LASIEC) has dismissed reports claiming that temporary workers engaged for the July 12 local government elections have not received their wages, affirming that all payments have been duly processed.
7. CBN Mandates Full Transition to ISO 20022 Payment Messaging Standard by October 31
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has instructed all commercial banks, microfinance institutions, mobile money operators, and other licensed payment service providers to complete the migration to the ISO 20022 payment messaging standard by the end of October, aiming to enhance the efficiency and security of Nigeria’s financial transactions.
8. US Imposes 50% Tariffs on Indian Imports Over Continued Russian Oil Purchases
In a significant escalation of trade tensions, the United States has doubled tariffs on Indian exports to 50%, penalizing New Delhi for its ongoing procurement of Russian oil despite international sanctions.
9. Lagos Police Arrest Man for Fatal Stabbing at Balogun Market
Law enforcement officials in Lagos have apprehended Ebuka Adindu, who allegedly stabbed a colleague to death at the bustling Balogun Market on Lagos Island, highlighting rising concerns over market-related violence.
10. Manchester United Shocked by Grimsby Town in EFL Cup Penalty Shootout
In a stunning upset, Manchester United was eliminated from the EFL Cup after losing on penalties to Grimsby Town, a League Two side, marking a humiliating defeat for the Premier League giants.
Source: Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines, Thursday, August 28 | Latest Updates from Ripples Nigeria.
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