Here’s a summary of the top 10 news items from Nigerian newspapers on Friday, December 29, 2023:
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- EFCC secures conviction of 37 internet fraudsters in Oyo, Ogun
- Auto crash claims one in Anambra
- Police arrest two ex-convicts over robbery allegation in Rivers
- Rivers crisis: Judge extends order stopping action against 26 defecting lawmakers
- Fresh Attack Threats in Plateau State: Invaders have threatened to launch fresh attacks on a community in Plateau State, following the recent killing of 195 people in 17 communities across the state.
- Police Service Commission’s Stance on Special Police Constabulary: Chairman Solomon Arase suggests an overhaul, disbandment, or distinct uniforms for the Special Police Constabulary due to unethical practices harming the image of the Nigeria Police Force.NYSC Portal
- Resignations in Ondo State: Following the death of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, at least five of his aides, including his Chief Press Secretary and Special Adviser, have resigned.
- EFCC Convicts Internet Fraudsters: The Ibadan Zonal Command of the EFCC has secured the conviction and sentencing of 37 Internet fraudsters in Oyo State High Court.JAMB Result
- Arrests in Kano State for Child Trafficking: Kano State Police Command has apprehended nine suspects involved in inter-state child trafficking and abduction.
- Court Order on Rivers State Assembly Defectors: The Federal High Court in Abuja extends the order restraining INEC and the Rivers State House of Assembly from declaring 27 seats vacant following defections from PDP to APC.InformationGuideNigeria
- Plans to Immortalize Late Governor Akeredolu: Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa announces plans to immortalize his predecessor, Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.JAMB Portal
- VP Shettima on Poverty in Northern Nigeria: Vice President Kashim Shettima emphasizes the need for unity in the North to address poverty and destitution, and calls for national peace and tolerance.
- UN Alarm Over Attacks in Nigeria: The UN expresses deep concern over recent attacks in Plateau State, which resulted in nearly 200 deaths.
- Promotions at INEC: The Independent National Electoral Commission has promoted 5,196 staff members nationwide, as reported in a recent bulletin.
