Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Monday, 15th June, 2020

Good morning, Nigeria, welcome to Naija News roundup of top Newspaper Headlines in Nigeria for today Monday, 15th June 2020.

1. I’ll Reveal Next Move After Meeting Buhari – Obaseki

Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has said he will reveal his next move after meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari.

In a post on his Twitter page, Obaseki also stated that he would make his next move public after meeting with his supporters.

2. “My Life Has Been Shattered” – Pastor Ighodalo Reacts To His Wife’s Death

The Senior Pastor of Trinity House Church, Lagos, Ituah Ighodalo, has reacted to the death of his wife, Ibidun.

Recall Naija News reported that Ibidun died very early on sunday morning in her hotel room at Port Harcourt, where she reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest.

3. COVID-19: FCT Seals Off Jabi Mall Over Naira Marley

Following the violation of the restriction order placed on large gatherings the Federal Government in a bid to curb the spread of COVID-19, the federal capital territory administration (FCTA) has sealed off the Jabi Lake mall.

Recall Naija News reported that Naira Marley hosted a concert at the mall on Saturday.

4. Aso Rock Crises: Presidency Finally Breaks Silence On Villa Shooting

Multiple reactions have trailed Friday shooting at the Aso rock villa during a clash between Aisha Buhari and Sabiu Yusuf, a personal assistant of the President.

Reacting on Sunday, the Presidency in a statement by Presidential spokesman, Garba Shehu said the president has ordered an investigation into the incident.

5. Obaseki Must Be Expelled For Anti-Party Activities – Edo APC Factional Chairman Says

A factional camp of All Progressives Congress (APC) in Edo state has recommended Governor Godwin Obaseki and two other party chieftains for expulsion over alleged anti-party activities.

The Col David Imuse-led faction told reporters on Sunday the alleged anti-party activities would no longer be condoned.

6. Four Feared Dead, Three Missing In Ilorin Bridge Collapse

Kwara State Commissioner for Works, Suleiman Rotimi Iliasu has warned residents in the state capital, Ilorin, to be extra careful while driving during rainfalls following a bridge collapse on Saturday, June 13, 2020.

The development occurred after heavy rainfall on Saturday led to the collapse of a bridge in Oko-Erin area, plunging a vehicle conveying five people into the waters as the bridge caved in.

7. Death Sentence Not Too Severe For Rapists – Pastor Adeboye

Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer (GO) of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has condemned the raping and killing of Vera Omozuwa Uwaila, a student of the University of Benin, Edo State.

During a live program on DOVE TV on Sunday, Pastor Adeboye vowed not to rest in prayers until the perpetrators of rape are accorded a stiffer penalty.

8. Troops Pound Boko Haram/ISWAP Insurgents In Borno, Kill 20

Boko Haram/Islamic State of West Africa terrorists who attempted to attack Monguno Town in Borno State have been neutralized by ground troops of Sector 3 and Air Task Force Operation LAFIYA DOLE.

This was made known in a statement on Sunday by Maj.-Gen. John Enenche, the Coordinator, Defence Media Operations.

9. Covid-19: Doctors Warn Against Schools Resumption

Cross River State government has been severely warned against its plan to commence a trial resumption of schools.

The warning was given by the state chapter of the Nigerian Medical Association (NMA).

10. ‘It’s Shameful To Lie Against A Dead Man’ — Abacha’s Wife Speaks On Loot

Maryam, the wife of deceased military head of state, Sani Abacha, says it is shameful to lie against her late husband concerning recovered loots linked to him.

In an interview to mark the 22nd anniversary of his death, Maryam told Kano Focus, that the truth about recovered monies linked to her husband will come to light in time.

That’s the top Nigerian newspaper headlines for today. Read more Nigerian news on Naija News. See you again tomorrow.