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Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Friday, 19th January, 2024
The Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria (SCSN) has commended President Bola Tinubu for taking hard decisions in the interest of the country….CONTINUE READINN....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking with State House correspondents after meeting with the president in Abuja on Thursday, the council’s vice-president, Bashir Umar, said Tinubu should hasten to ameliorate the hardship faced by Nigerians.
Umar said the same faith ticket on which Tinubu rode to victory in the 2023 polls has “fallen short of expectations”.
President Tinubu also received the Communique issued by the Council presented by a delegation of the SCSN led by its President, Sheikh Abdur-Rasheed Hadiyyatullah, at the State House Council Chambers.
The Oyo state government on Thursday announced that the death tally from the explosion that shook Ibadan, Oyo state capital, on Tuesday, has risen to five.
Naija News reports that the explosion caused damage to numerous houses within a 14-kilometer radius.
Recall that Oyo governor, Seyi Makinde, had while speaking on the casualities of the explosion, disclosed that the death toll had risen to three.
However, giving an update on the casualties of the tragic explosion, the Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Security Matters Fatai Owoseni, disclosed that two more bodies have been recovered while speaking to Channels Television on Thursday.
3. Supreme Court Ruling: Tinubu Meets Ganduje, Kano APC Leaders In Aso Rock
President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday, met with a delegation of the leadership of the Kano State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Naija News reports that the president met with the APC leaders behind closed doors at the Council Chambers of the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
The APC Chairman and former Kano State Governor, Abdullahi Ganduje, led the delegation, which arrived at the Villa in the company of his one-time deputy and the party’s candidate in the March 18 governorship election, Nasir Gawuna.
The agenda of the Thursday meeting was not made public, and those who attended did not speak with State House correspondents.
The meeting came barely a week after the Supreme Court ruled in favour of Abba Yusuf of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) as the duly elected governor of the state.
4. ‘Draconian Practice’ – Atiku Abubakar Reacts As Court Voids NBC’s Power To Fine Broadcast Stations
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has hailed the verdict of the Federal High Court Court declaring null and void, the actions of the National Broadcasting Commission (NBC) in imposing fines on broadcast stations in the country.
Recall that the Federal Court in Abuja had on Wednesday nullified the power of the NBC to impose a fine on broadcasters in Nigeria.
According to a statement by Idowu Adewale, Communications Officer of Media Rights Agenda, Justice Rita Ofili-Ajumogobia delivered the judgment in a suit filed by the agency against NBC over the N5 million fine each imposed on Trust Television and three other broadcasters for airing a documentary on banditry in Nigeria.
An Abuja-based human rights lawyer, Uche Amulu, had filed the suit on behalf of MRA.
NBC had imposed a fine of N5 million on some media outlets on account of a documentary that pictures the parlous state of insecurity in Nigeria in the year 2022.
Reacting in a statement by his Media Office on Thursday, Atiku said that the ruling of the court is an enhancement of the constitutionally guaranteed rights to free speech.
Atiku said that the ruling of the Federal High Court on the dictatorial practices by the NBC will ensure that the media in Nigeria is not gagged and that the citizens can enjoy their rights to freedom of expression.
5. FG Relocates FAAN Headquarters From Abuja To Lagos
The federal government has ordered that the headquarters of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) be moved from Abuja to Lagos State.
This was disclosed in a memo dated 15th of January 2024, which was seen by newsmen on Thursday.
The memo issued by the Managing Director of FAAN, Mrs Olubunmi Kuku, disclosed that the relocation is based on the directive of the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo.
The memo read: ”The Honourable Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development has directed that the Headquarters of the Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) should be relocated from Abuja to Lagos.
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SECRET DEALS EXPOSED: APC Chieftain Drops Mega Bombshell, Alleges Atiku And Amaechi Are Quietly Buying Dangote Refinery Shares!
Ayekooto Akindele, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has claimed that the 2027 presidential ticket holders for the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Atiku Abubakar and Rotimi Amaechi, are quietly investing in the Dangote Refinery.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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The Allegation: In a Facebook post on Wednesday, Ayekooto asserted that while the prominent opposition figures are allegedly purchasing shares in the massive refinery project, their supporters are simultaneously agitating for the return of the fuel subsidy, which the current administration has removed.
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IPO Details: The Dangote Refinery Initial Public Offering (IPO), which the chieftain references, opened on Monday, September 14, 2026. The offering consists of 4.1 billion new ordinary shares priced at ₦525 each, with a minimum investment of ₦5,250 (for 10 shares). The ₦2.15 trillion offer is slated to close on October 13, 2026.
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Investment Contrast: Ayekooto contrasted this alleged secret investment by Atiku and Amaechi with the behavior of some domestic critics (whom he termed “Wailers”), contrasting them with Nigerians in the Diaspora, whom he claims are actively investing in the country by purchasing these same refinery shares. He lamented that those inside Nigeria are exhibiting “traits of hopelessness” while outsiders see value.
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THE FINAL CURTAIN: Nollywood Actor Emeka Ike Left Devastated And Weeping Publicly Over Olu Jacobs’ Demise
An emotional video has surfaced online showing Nollywood actor Emeka Ike breaking down in tears following the death of his veteran colleague, Olu Jacobs.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Announcement: Jacobs’ passing was announced on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, by his son, Olusoji Jacobs, via an Instagram post where the family paid tribute to him as “The Lion of Lufodo” and requested privacy.
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Emeka Ike’s Reaction: In the viral video, a visibly overwhelmed Emeka Ike is seen standing outside a residential gate, lamenting his deep regret at not being able to visit the legendary actor before his death.
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President Tinubu’s Tribute: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu expressed deep sadness over the loss, highlighting Jacobs’ training at London’s Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, his early career in British television, and his monumental return to Nigeria to help shape the film industry.
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Legacy and Honors: President Tinubu lauded Jacobs—a recipient of the Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) national honor—as a towering global figure across theatre, television, and film who heavily influenced generations of entertainers through his unmatched discipline and talent.
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THE NATION WEEPS: President Tinubu Breaks Silence, Mourns The Loss Of Cinematic Titan Olu Jacobs!.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed profound grief over the death of legendary Nollywood actor and film executive, Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, widely known as Olu Jacobs, who has passed away at the age of 84.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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A Global Career and Pioneering Legacy: In a statement released on Wednesday by Special Adviser Bayo Onanuga, the President honored Jacobs’ distinguished journey. After training at London’s prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, he built a formidable career in British television and international film before returning to Nigeria to become a foundational force in the burgeoning local film industry.
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National Honors and Industry Impact: Tinubu recalled that Jacobs was highly decorated, holding numerous industry awards and the national honor of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR). He was praised as a “towering figure” and one of the nation’s most distinguished actors whose work transcended theater, television, and global cinema.
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Inspiring a Generation: The President credited the late actor with professionalizing the Nigerian entertainment industry, noting that his exceptional talent, discipline, and dedication inspired countless actors and filmmakers. He was admired for his unique ability to bring profound depth and authenticity to every role.
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A Giant of the Creative Industry: President Tinubu declared that Olu Jacobs was a “giant” whose passing is a monumental loss not just to Nigeria, but to the African film industry and the global arts community. He concluded by extending heartfelt condolences to the Jacobs family, his wife Chief Joke Silva, their children, and the entire creative sector, praying for the repose of his soul.
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