In this post, we digest some top stories that make up the front pages of major Nigerian newspapers on Monday 30 September, 2024, and provide key advocacy asks.

Residents, NAF disagree as airstrike kills scores in Kaduna – Daily Trust

The residents of Jika da Kolo village of Yadin Kidandan in Giwa Local Government Area of Kaduna State and the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) yesterday differed on the killing of scores of persons in an airstrike in the area on Friday. While residents alleged that the victims included 23 worshippers at a mosque and others at a market in the area, the NAF claimed that the airstrike was only “rained” on the logistics base of terrorists.

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) must immediately conduct a thorough and transparent investigation into the airstrike that reportedly claimed civilian lives in Jika da Kolo village, Kaduna State. It is crucial that NAF engages with residents to clarify the circumstances surrounding the incident, ensure accountability, and prevent such tragedies in the future.

OCT 1: Police deploy in states in states as organisers insist on protest – Vanguard

Despite appeals by some stakeholders and the Federal Government calling for calm, organisers of the October 1 protests against hardship in the country have insisted on going ahead with tomorrow’s action.

We urge the the President Bola Tinubu-led federal government and the Nigerian police to prioritise the rights of citizens to peaceful protest, as enshrined in the constitution, by ensuring the safety of all participants during the 01 October demonstrations.

Instead of using force to suppress protesters, President Tinubu should actively engage with the concerns raised, and address the hardship felt by millions of Nigerians.

64th Anniversary, Despite Bumpy Days, Nation Will Prevail, Says Akpabio  –  ThisDayLive

President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, yesterday, said despite the increasingly bumpy times, Nigeria will triumph definitely.

As Nigeria marks its 64th independence anniversary, the Nigerian Senate must rise to the occasion by enacting policies that promote unity, justice, and economic growth. We urge the lawmakers to commit to prioritising the welfare of citizens through comprehensive reforms in sectors like education, healthcare, and security and also ensuring transparency, accountability, and inclusivity in governance.