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Nigerian Newspapers: 10 Things To Know On Monday morning.

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Kesiena Godscovenant
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Good morning Nigerians! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: Monday 12th August, 2024.

1. Bandits have ambushed soldiers on patrol in Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State, killing four of them. Two others were also injured during the attack which occurred this weekend.

2. Some top officials of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria have been arrested by the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission over alleged mismanagement or diversion of the N90bn released by the Federal Government to subsidise the 2024 Hajj pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia.

3. Several state Police Commands in the northern part of the country have begun the prosecution of arrested protesters during the 10-day #EndBadGovernanceInNigeria nationwide protest. Over 1,000 protesters were arrested during the just concluded hunger protest.

4. A 41-year-old woman, Adenike Salami, has been arraigned before the Ebute-Metta Magistrate Court in Lagos State on charges of forging an airline ticket and fraudulently obtaining $2,500. Salami, who appeared before Magistrate Waliu Salami, is facing three counts of conspiracy, fraud, and forgery, brought against her by the police.

5. The Federal High Court in Lagos has further remanded the alleged drug lord, Sulaimon Jimoh, also known as “Olowo Idi Ogede” or “Temo,” for an additional 14 days in the custody of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency. Justice Akintayo Aluko extended Temo’s remand while granting an ex parte motion filed by the NDLEA.

6. No fewer than 273 Army officers on Sunday began a week-long Senior Staff Course Qualifying Examination (SSCQE), held at the Jaji Military Cantonment, Kaduna State. The examination is being conducted by the Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC), Nigerian Army.

7. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) said it intercepted 532 parcels of Loud, a synthetic strain of cannabis Sativa (Indian hemp) at the Tincan Seaport, Lagos State. The agency’s Director, Media and Advocacy, Mr Femi Babafemi, said this in a statement on Sunday in Abuja.

8. Gunmen operating in Nkpologwu, Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State, kidnapped three persons, including a lawyer, in the early hours of Sunday. An eyewitness speaking in a trending video on social media said the gunmen stormed the community between 7:30 am and 8:00 am, to carry out the operation.

9. The Nigerian Senate on Sunday denied allegations that it determined its own salaries and allowances or received special fiscal packages from the Presidency. This was contained in a statement issued by the Senate Spokesman, Yemi Adaramodu, in Abuja on Sunday, adding that the 10th Senate has also not received any financial patronage from the presidency.

10. A 25-year old contract staff member of a construction company has allegedly jumped into an iron melting pot of the factory and died in Lagos. The deceased, whose name was not ascertained as at press time, was working at a the factory on Shagamu Road, Ikorodu.

The First Black James Bond Begins With Idris Elba

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Kesiena Godscovenant
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Youths Take Over GTBank Over VDN Arrest

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Kesiena Godscovenant
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A crowd of angry Nigerian youths stormed a GTBank branch in Abuja to protest the reported arrest of popular online activist, Verydarkman. The protesters held placards and chanted “Free VDM” as they demanded his immediate release.

Reports say Verydarkman was allegedly picked up shortly after visiting the bank, though no government agency has confirmed holding him. His fans believe he is being punished for speaking out on social issues.

Youths

The protest has drawn attention online, with many calling on authorities to explain his whereabouts and release him if he is truly being detained.

Check out Youths reactions trailing this …

adestitoali said: “Free Verydarkman..The love is massive and real”

__pre_cie wrote: “You guys are funny, go to efcc office where he’s been held and protest abi is he inside GT bank?”

martha.onche.3 wrote: “Jobless people 🙄Na inside Gtbank 🙄VDM dey”

mt_daddykhalid remarked: “When Dey say 99% of Nigeria youths are jobless dis is a proved…. Man were get bills to sort no go leave him Ouse this morning to go protest for a stranger were efcc carry and una never know watin him do.. before una start protest .. Nigerians SMH for una”

dahbootee07 wrote: “Even after the video you saw which was clear that he was not arrested inside the bank like it was previously rumored.. you still carry placards go gtb bank go protest.
So what is gtb bank supposed to do.. march with you people to efcc office abi I don’t understand.
Channel that energy to where he is been detained.”

Happening Now – Free VeryDarkMan Protest—LIVE

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Kesiena Godscovenant
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Naira Struggles Again As Dollar Hits ₦1,610

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Kesiena Godscovenant
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Naira Dollar
Dollar To Naira
The Dollar to Naira exchange rate is rising again. On Monday, April 28, 2025, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that one Dollar officially exchanged for ₦1,599.94, up slightly from ₦1,599.54 last Friday.

However, on the streets (black market), the story is different. Many people are buying one Dollar for as high as ₦1,610, even though the CBN had earlier joined all exchange rates into one, trying to make things easier. The bank had said since June 2023 that all Dollar sales would now happen in one market, called the Investors and Exporters (I&E) window.

With this new system, the Naira now floats freely. This means its value goes up and down depending on how people buy and sell, and the government no longer fixes the price. The CBN says more updates will be shared soon to guide banks and the public.

Dollar Naira
Dollar To Naira

Portable – They Want to Arrest Me Again

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Kesiena Godscovenant
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Portable
Controversial singer Portable has once again raised alarm, claiming that some people are using the police to come after him—just days after he was released from jail.

In a video shared on his Instagram page, Portable said the trouble started after reports surfaced that Burna Boy gave him money for defeating someone. According to him, the news has now made people start looking for ways to get him arrested again.

Portable

“They hear say Odogwu don send money, now dem don dey use police find me again. Make dem no kill me o, this one don too much,” he said emotionally.

Reactions have followed …

iam_posilani wrote: “You self dey private na OG you dey craze?”

crownbee01 wrote: “You are the weapon fashioned against yourself arindin”

mide_sola_ wrote: vacation ya niyen”

olasrichie16_ said: “If I was Davido | may somehow arrest him again lol cos why him dey use style talk to Davido about giving only advice not money”

real_ajoke1234 wrote: “Why u self no get any secret ehn portable’

happiokos_comedy said: “Dem wan collect their share na”

yenii_xx said: “Omo i con dey pity for portable”

petra_luciah wrote: “Omo make them let this portable rest na Nawa o”

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Sophia Momodu Calls Priscilla Ojo’s Wedding the Best of 2025

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Kesiena Godscovenant
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Popular socialite Sophia Momodu has praised Priscilla Ojo’s wedding to Tanzanian singer Juma Jux, calling it the “Wedding of the Year 2025.” The glamorous event took place in Lagos last weekend and was packed with celebrities, dignitaries, and Big Brother Naija stars.

In an Instagram post, Sophia Momodu shared a stunning photo of the bride and groom, dressed in all white and holding hands. She captioned it, “The wedding of the year 2025. Periodtt.”

Sophia Momodu

Sophia Momodu was also a guest at the wedding, making a grand entrance that caught everyone’s attention. Her daughter, Imade, was one of the bridesmaids, adding to the special moment.

Check out reactions that have followed below….

Mary wrote, “Because davido say he wedding with chioma dey come up by August na 😂😂😂😂 truth be told dis is the wedding of the year 💯 jp2025 was a blast I swear no mate’”.

Victoria Stephen queried, “So wetin we go do now ,Na to tell Igwe to organise award for you 🤣🤣”.

Patience Oguche remarked, “Why wouldn’t it be the best wedding of the year when they remembered you and use your daughter as the little bride and you have not done your own oo”.

Angela asserted, “And the year is just starting, you don’t even have hope for yourself. SEE HEART PAIN”.

Eva added, “Pain is that you ? Take time and heal boat owner. Make ur own be pass JP own I want see something 😆 🤣 😂”.

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Fashion Designer Turns Fish Skin Into Bag

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Kesiena Godscovenant
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A creative fashion designer has gone viral after making a stylish handbag entirely from raw fish skin. The video, shared on her X (formerly Twitter) page, shows the full process—from peeling the fish skin to turning it into a finished designer piece.

In the clip, the Fashion Designer pulls fish skin from hot water, treats it to strengthen the texture, and then carefully cuts and sews the pieces into a trendy bag. Viewers were amazed at her unique idea and skill.

The video has taken social media by storm, with many users praising her creativity and others stunned by the unusual material choice. It’s a bold new trend that has left everyone talking!

Fish Skin Fashion

See some reactions below:

ME: “How do deal with the smell is my question?”

hunter: “fish leather is something i never thought id see.”

featuringjohanna: “does it have a smell???”

Montle👩🏽‍💻: “something is fishy about this bag.”

꒰ა Ashley ໒꒱: “Okay but the smell..? Does it go away?”

BellaRose: “They use fish skin to heal wounds.”

missjadebabe: “I know your sewing machine hate to see you coming 🤣.”

LINDSEY ☆: “when we see a fish skin birkin come out, i’ll remember who started it first 👀.”

umi🇵🇸: “Now that I think about it, would it be edible?”

urfavejester: “Does it smell or how do you make sure that it won’t make any smell (just out of curiosity)”

sheawellenw: “Omg what is the durability like and does it smell? I’m so curious, this is awesome.”

Copperfield girl: “fish leather comes in a plethora of finishes and colors. why even bother doing this.🤔.”

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Federal Workers Strike Over 5 Months of Unpaid Wages

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Kesiena Godscovenant
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The workers in Oyo State have gone on an indefinite strike due to the non-payment of their wage awards for the past five months. The workers, under the Federal Workers Forum (FWF), started the strike at the Federal Secretariat in Ibadan, Oyo State’s capital.

Comrade Andrew Emelieze, the National Coordinator of FWF, and Comrade Itoro Obong, the Secretary-General, announced that the strike will continue until their demands are met. They are asking for the payment of the five months’ arrears, the implementation of a 40% peculiar allowance, and the settlement of other outstanding wages.

Federal

Despite heavy security presence, the workers gathered peacefully across the country, showing their unity in the protest. The workers had previously given the federal government a 21-day ultimatum, but with no action taken, they have now begun the indefinite strike.

PDP Leader Slams ₦10B Solar Plan for Aso Rock

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Kesiena Godscovenant
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Umar Sani, a leader of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has criticized the government’s plan to spend ₦10 billion on a solar power project for the State House. He called it a waste of resources, especially when many Nigerians are struggling with power shortages.

The government defended the move, which was criticized by PDP comparing it to the solar power used at the White House. But Sani argued that instead of securing energy for just the President’s office, this money could have been used to improve power for the entire country, which suffers from constant electricity issues.

Tinubu pdp

He pointed out that while the President gets solar power, Nigerians still face a broken power system. Sani believes the funds should be used to upgrade the national power infrastructure to benefit everyone, not just the Presidency.

Naira Drops Again As Dollar Hits ₦1,610

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Kesiena Godscovenant
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Naira Dollar
Dollar To Naira
The Naira has dropped again. On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, the official rate from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) showed that 1 US dollar now equals ₦1,602.63. Just last week, it was ₦1,599.93. That’s a clear sign that the Naira is getting weaker.

But it’s even worse in the black market, where the dollar is now selling for around ₦1,610. This is happening despite CBN’s decision to join all exchange rate markets into one, which they call the Investors and Exporters (I&E) window.

Since June 2023, the CBN removed limits on how people buy and sell dollars and allowed the Naira to float freely—meaning the price now depends on demand and supply. Even though this gives people more freedom to trade, it has also made the dollar more expensive for regular Nigerians.

Dollar Naira

Bakare Was Fair – Tinubu’s Media Aide

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Kesiena Godscovenant
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Tunde Bakare
Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Policy Communication, has responded to Pastor Tunde Bakare’s Easter message, saying the President is still committed to making Nigeria better. He described Bakare’s speech as fair and balanced.

Bwala admitted that while they may not agree with everything Pastor Tunde said, the clergyman had a right to speak his mind. He also praised The Citadel Global Pastor for recognizing some of the progress made under Tinubu’s administration and offering useful suggestions.

Tunde Bakare

He assured Nigerians that President Tinubu is determined to fulfill his promises and lead the country to a better future. “We may differ in views, but the President is focused on delivering results,” Bwala said in a post on X.

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