Here is a roundup of some Nigerian newspaper headlines, accompanied by our advocacy-driven demands for government action in addressing citizens’ concerns, for Thursday, 10 April, 2025.
1. Punch: 30 States Begin Measures to Avert Flood Crisis
Punch reports that as the rainy season approaches, states have commenced measures to arrest the flooding expected to inundate no fewer than 1,249 communities in 176 local governments across 30 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja.
Our Take: With the rainy season upon us and reports indicating that many flood victims remain stranded without adequate support, state governments must urgently evaluate and strengthen the effectiveness of their interventions.
2. Daily Trust: Tinubu’s Appointment: Presidency’s Defence Backfires, Retracts Published List
After the Special Advisor to the President on Media and Public Communication, Sunday Dare, released a list showing the appointments made so far from the six geo-political zones of the country, efforts by the Presidency to defend the alleged lopsided appointments by President Bola Tinubu has backfired.
Our Take: In light of the controversy surrounding recent appointments, President Tinubu must move beyond ethnic balancing and prioritise merit, competence, and capacity in selecting individuals to serve the nation.
3. The Guardian: NERC fines Eight DisCos N628million for Overbilling Customers
The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) has fined eight Electricity Distribution Companies (DisCos) N628, 031,583.94 for non-compliance with capping of estimated bills for unmetered customers.
Our Take: There is an urgent need for accountability in Nigeria’s power sector. Citizens are encouraged to monitor their electricity bills closely, report any instances of estimated overbilling, and continue advocating for the installation of prepaid meters.
