Top 10 Things To Know This Friday Morning

Top 10 Things To Know This Friday Morning1.Defence Headquarters Issues Wanted List for Terrorism....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The Defence Headquarters has declared nine individuals wanted in connection with terrorism and violent extremism in the North East. The suspects include Abu Khadijah, Abur Rahman, Dadi Gumba, Abu Yusuf, Musa Wa’a, Usman Kanin Shehu, Ibrahim Suyeka, Ba Sulhu, and Idris Taklakse.

2.Presidency Assures Public on Safety of CNG Vehicles

The Presidency has alleviated concerns regarding the safety of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered vehicles introduced in Nigeria as an alternative to petrol-powered cars. President Bola Tinubu’s Special Adviser, Bayo Onanuga, clarified that the safety concerns stemmed from Malaysia’s policy on Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and not CNG.

3.Barr. Kamoru Ogunlana Appointed Clerk of the National Assembly

The National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) has appointed Barrister Kamoru Ogunlana as the new Clerk to the National Assembly (CNA). Ogunlana’s appointment will take effect on February 2, 2025, as confirmed by the NASC in a letter dated November 6, 2024.

4.Residents in Sokoto State Decry Lakurawa Sect’s Activities

Residents and local government officials in Sokoto State have raised alarms over the increasing presence of the Lakurawa sect, which they claim is making life difficult for them. The military has also confirmed the sect’s activities in communities across Sokoto and Kebbi states.

5.Kano Governor Denies Rift with Political Mentor Kwankwaso

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has publicly denied reports of a falling out with his political mentor, Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, leader of the Kwankwasiyya movement. Yusuf reaffirmed his strong and respectful relationship with Kwankwaso, which has lasted over 40 years.

6.INEC Warns Officials Ahead of Ondo Governorship Election

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has issued a stern warning to officials in Ondo State ahead of the November 16 governorship election. INEC Chairman Professor Yakubu Mahmood emphasized that any official caught compromising the election process will face sanctions.

7.Soludo Calls for Economic Reset Following Subsidy Removal

Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, has described Nigeria’s ongoing economic changes as a “fundamental and disruptive reset.” Soludo stressed the importance of transitioning from subsidies, which benefit the urban elite, to a more inclusive social contract that creates opportunities for all citizens.

8.Cultists Kill Vigilante Member in Rivers State

In Rivers State, gunmen suspected to be cultists have shot and killed a member of the Obele community’s vigilante group in the Emohua Local Government Area. The deceased was a member of the ONELGA Security Peace and Advisory Committee (OSPAC), a local security outfit.

9.Trump’s Presidency Could Impact Nigeria’s Inflation and Oil Revenue

Economic experts have warned that the potential re-election of Donald Trump as the 47th President of the United States could increase inflationary pressures in Nigeria and lead to a drop in global oil prices, which would negatively affect Nigeria’s oil revenue.

10.Nigeria Customs Seizes 16 Containers of Illicit Goods

The Nigeria Customs Service, Tincan Island Command, has seized 16 containers containing illicit substances, unregistered pharmaceutical products, and other contraband items. The seized goods, which were discharged between May 17 and October 23, 2024, have a duty-paid value of ₦4 billion.

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