Here’s a roundup of Nigerian newspaper headlines, highlighting the biggest stories making waves across the country.

1. ‘Residents attack firefighters preventing them from scooping fuel’ – Daily Trust

Some residents of Sabo Market, Orile Igbon, along the Ogbomoso-Ilorin expressway in Oyo State, on Wednesday night attacked firefighters for preventing them from scooping fuel from a fallen petrol-laden tanker.

Our Take: The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has a clear task ahead: educating Nigerians on the dangers of fuel scooping. Nigerians need to understand that petrol from a fallen tanker isn’t a blessing, it’s a ticking time bomb. It is time the NOA fights ignorance.

2. ‘Cardoso says naira reverting to true value as confidence returns’ – The Guardian

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has insisted that the naira will stabilise as investors’ confidence improves.

Our Take: The CBN’s optimism is noted, but Nigerians need stability they can see, not just hear. If the naira is truly finding its feet, let it stand firm in markets, not just in speeches.

3. ‘Herdsmen kill five labourers on Ondo farm’ – Punch

No fewer than five persons were allegedly killed by some suspected herdsmen on a farm located at Ajegunle-Powerline community in the Akure North local government area of Ondo State.

Our Take: The Nigerian Constitution makes it clear: the security and welfare of the people is the government’s responsibility, so why do farmers need divine intervention just to stay alive? The Ondo State and federal governments must move beyond condemnations and ensure real protection for farmers, or soon, we’ll be importing even garri.