In this post, we digest some top stories that make up the front pages of major Nigerian newspapers on Friday, 13 September, 2024, and provide key advocacy asks.

Edo gov poll: Opposition fears violence as PDP shuns peace accord – Punch

The Peoples Democratic Party’s decision on Thursday not to sign the peace accord ahead of the Edo State governorship election September 21 has sparked reactions and concern in the state, ahead of the poll, The PUNCH reports.

We call on all political parties to commit to non-violence during thee forthcoming state elections to ensure a smooth and credible election process.

Flooding: Alau Dam repairs cost N762m in 12 years, N26m before collapse – The Guardian

The sum of N171 millions was recorded spent by the federal government for the rehabilitation of the collapsed Alau Dam in Borno State according to details on the GovSpend website of the President Bola Tinubu-led administration.

We call on the Federal Ministry of Water Resources to provide an update on the utilisation of the N171 million spent on Alau Dam repairs for the sake of accountability and transparency.

Another Firm Set to Drag FG to International Arbitration over Alleged Breach of Due Process – ThisDayLive

Donnington Nigeria Ltd and its foreign partners have given notice to the federal government of their intention to drag the country into international arbitration over issues surrounding Cargo and Crude Oil Tracking and Notification (ACD/CTN) scheme.

We reiterate our call to the President Bola Tinubu-led administration and all state governors to employ stricter regulations and oversight mechanisms to ensure that contracts are entered into with full awareness of their potential risks and consequences.

We also call for transparency and accountability in government contracts to ensure due process and avoid costly international arbitration disputes.

48m Nigerians still practice open defecation — UNICEF – Vanguard

THE United Nations Children’s Fund, UNICEF, yesterday, said it has entered into a partnership with journalists, government officials and other relevant stakeholders to end open defecation and eliminate Neglected Tropical Diseases, NTDs, in Nigeria.

We call on Nigeria’s Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Joseph Utsev to increase efforts to end open defecation in Nigeria for a healthier and safer future.