In this post, we digest some top stories that make up the front pages of major Nigerian newspapers on Tuesday 15 October, 2024, and provide key advocacy asks.

States in darkness as national grid collapses again – The Guardian

Nigeria’s electricity grid, operated by the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN), has experienced another collapse, throwing the country into darkness.

The recurring collapse of Nigeria’s national grid highlights the urgent need for a sustainable and resilient power system to meet the energy demands of millions of citizens. We call on the Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, to take immediate and decisive action to address the systemic failures within the Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) and other key agencies.

How Libya held Eagles hostage in disused airport for 15 hours – Vanguard

Harrassed and tired Super Eagles players yesterday arrived at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport after they were held hostage for over 15 hours by the Libyan authorities, sparking global outrage.

The inhumane treatment of the Super Eagles by Libyan authorities demands immediate accountability and decisive action from both the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the Nigerian government to ensure such violations never occur again. We urge CAF to enforce strict penalties for this breach of international sporting ethics. We also call on the Federal Ministry Of Youth And Sports Development to secure the protection and rights of the country’s national athletes in all international engagements.

Over 2m people displaced as 200 Kogi communities flooded – Govt – Daily Trust

The Kogi State Government says ravaging flood has submerged over 200 communities and displaced over two million people in the state.

The Kogi State Government and the State Disaster Management Agency must urgently intensify efforts to provide immediate relief and long-term support to the over two million displaced residents.