Nigeria Newspapers Headlines Today Wednesday 3rd January 2018

Here is a summary from Nigerian newspapers headlines today Wednesday 3rd January 2018.

1. Buhari condemns attacks and killings in Kwara, Rivers and Kaduna states.

President Muhammadu Buhari has spoken out against the killings that occurred in Kwara, Lagos and Kaduna states that left several killed and many injured.

The president described the killings as unacceptable and directed law enforcement operatives to fish out the perpetrators.

2. Police uncover Badoo shrine in Lagos

The Lagos State Police Command yesterday, arrested the Badoo cult chief herbalist, Fatai Adebayo, alias Alese.

The security operatives also discovered and demolished the group’s shrine located at No 38, Ayegbami Quarters in Imosan.

3. Buhari appoints Rotimi Amaechi as campaign director for 2019 elections

Indications are emerging that President Buhari may soon disclose his intention to contest for the 2019 presidential election.

To this end, Amaechi is expected to head the campaign organisation for his re-election bid.

4. Herdsmen kill over 20 people in Benue state

At least 20 persons have been killed by herdsmen between Monday and Tuesday in Guma and Logo local government areas of the state,

Benue state governor, Samuel Ortom revealed this to Journalists on Tuesday in Makurdi after the State Security meeting, which he presided over at the Governor’s Office.

5. Boko Haram leader, Shekau, releases fresh video

Leader of the Boko Haram terrorist group, Abubakar Shekau has claimed responsibility for a series of attacks in northeast Nigeria during the festive season.

6. PDP reveals how it plans to win Lagos state governorship election

The Peoples Democratic Party has vowed to unseat the All Progressives Congress in Lagos state during the 2019 elections.

This was revealed by the PDP Publicity Secretary in Lagos state, Taofeek Gani.

7. No sleep for those who steal public funds – Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has restated his war against corruption in the country.

The President made the emphasis on Tuesday at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, in separate meetings with the Qadiriyya Muslim Movement in Africa and the Izalatul-Bid’a-Wa-Iqamatus-Sunnah.

8. BB Naija announces date for commencement of season 3

Season 3 of the Big Brother Naija show is expected to start on the 28th of January which is on a Sunday.

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, who hosted the last show, is expected to also host the new season.

9. Tailor accused of giving bride’s dress to Mercy Aigbe offers explanation

Tailor involved in the mix up of dresses between actress Mercy Aigbe and a bride has offered explanations over what actually transpired.

She also explained all affected clients have been adequately contacted.

10. Man City extend lead at the top of English premier league to 15 points

Manchester City have opened up a 15-point gap at the top of the English premier league.

This follows their 3-1 win over Watford yesterday.

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