Newspaper Headlines Today, 30th November 2024

Here are Top 10 Nigerian Newspaper Headlines for Today, 30th November 2024

  1. Governor Zulum Rejects Tax Reform Bills
    Borno State Governor Babagana Umara Zulum has voiced opposition to President Bola Tinubu’s tax reform bills, warning that their implementation could harm northern Nigeria. Speaking with BBC Hausa, Zulum expressed frustration over the rapid progress of these bills, contrasting them with other legislative proposals that have faced prolonged delays.
  2. CBN Governor Advises Against ‘Japa’
    Central Bank Governor Olayemi Cardoso has urged Nigerians to remain in the country, assuring that the apex bank is working to create a thriving economy. Addressing a Lagos audience, Cardoso stated, “It is not a good idea to japa at this stage.”
  3. Court Grants Bail to Alleged Foreign Hackers
    The Federal High Court in Abuja has granted bail to 109 foreign nationals accused of attempting to defraud Nigerians through hacking. Each defendant is required to provide five sureties with a total bail amount set at ₦1 billion.
  4. Boat Capsizes in Kogi State, 200 Feared Dead
    The National Inland Waterways Authority (NIWA) has confirmed a tragic boat accident involving around 200 market women traveling to Niger State. The boat capsized on Friday morning, according to Suleman Makama, NIWA’s media representative.
  5. FIJ Founder Fisayo Soyombo Released from Detention
    The Foundation for Investigative Journalism (FIJ) announced the release of its founder, Fisayo Soyombo, who was detained by the Nigerian Army for three days on allegations of oil bunkering.
  6. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Reappointed WTO Director-General
    The World Trade Organisation (WTO) has reappointed Nigeria’s Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as its Director-General for a second term. Her new tenure will commence on September 1, 2025, as confirmed by the WTO General Council.
  7. Simon Ekpa to Remain in Finnish Detention
    Pro-Biafran activist Simon Ekpa, arrested in Finland for alleged terrorism, will remain in custody through Christmas. Finnish authorities, citing legal constraints, have denied bail in his case.
  8. Nigeria Police Nab Arms Dealer, Recover Weapons
    The Nigeria Police Force has arrested a notorious arms dealer and recovered 17 rifles, ammunition, and arms-making equipment. The operation, led by the Intelligence Response Team on November 18, resulted in the arrest of five suspects linked to trans-border arms smuggling.
  9. Mob Sets Two Suspected Thieves Ablaze in Plateau State
    An angry mob in Jos North LGA, Plateau State, burned two alleged phone thieves alive on Friday. Witnesses claim the suspects had robbed passersby using weapons before being apprehended by locals.
  10. Anambra Couple Arrested for Kidnap Threats
    Police in Anambra State have arrested a couple accused of issuing threats and attempting to extort ransom through fake abduction claims. SP Tochukwu Ikenga, the command spokesperson, revealed that the duo targeted victims with intimidating messages to demand money.

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