In this post, we digest some top stories that make up the front pages of major Nigerian newspapers on Friday, 06 September, 2024, and provide key advocacy asks.
Terrorists enslaving us to work on their farms – Niger residents – Daily Trust
Residents from security-affected communities in Shiroro Local Government Area (LGA) of Niger State have reported that terrorists and bandits are enslaving locals to work on their farms. According to reports, a leader of a terrorist group collected over 20 bags of soybeans from farms in Allawa and neighbouring communities this year.
We call on security agencies to urgently intervene to protect Shiroro residents from terrorist exploitation and restore peace to the affected communities.
Edo 2024: NOA engages stakeholders, urges free, fair election – Vanguard
The National Orientation Agency (NOA) yesterday, engaged stakeholders in the September 21 governorship election and urged all participants to play by the rules.
We urge election candidates in the forthcoming election to commit to fostering peaceful, transparent, and fair processes by adhering to the rules and prioritising the will of the people.
63 TCN Towers destroyed in eight months – FG – Punch
A total of 63 power transmission towers were destroyed by vandals between January and August this year, the latest industry data from the Federal Ministry of Power has revealed.
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, must take swift and decisive action to address the alarming destruction of transmission towers by vandals, and ensure the protection of critical power infrastructure.
Petrol: FG claims prices not being set, anticipates availability by weekend – The Guardian
Minister of State, Petroleum, Heineken Lokpobiri said yesterday that the country has sufficient fuel supply and anticipated that products will be readily available by weekend.
Telling Nigerians that the country has sufficient fuel supply highly contradicts the realities on ground. Minister Lokpobiri, must ensure transparency and provide clear explanations to Nigerians on the reasons behind the recent fuel price increase.