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Top 10 Stories From Nigeria Newspapers Today _Friday, November 14 2025

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  1. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has criticized the Federal Government’s new ₦1.15 trillion domestic borrowing plan, accusing President Bola Tinubu of policy inconsistency and fiscal irresponsibility. In a statement issued by its spokesperson, Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the party noted that despite Tinubu’s assertion that Nigeria had met its non-oil revenue targets—reportedly ₦20.59 trillion as of August 2025—the administration continues to exacerbate the nation’s debt burden.
  2. Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister, Nyesom Wike, on Thursday dismissed claims that he was using a disputed Abuja land matter to antagonize the Nigerian military, insisting he has consistently supported the armed forces. Addressing journalists on the recent clash between FCT officials and military personnel, Wike urged Nigerians to respect the rule of law at all times.
  3. Troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) have rescued 74 National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members from a suspected attempted abduction by terrorists along the Buratai–Kamuya road in Borno State. The development was confirmed on Thursday in a statement by OPHK Media Information Officer, Lt.-Col. Sani Uba.
  4. The Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA) has announced the suspension of the 15 percent ad-valorem import duty on Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), commonly known as petrol and diesel. The decision was contained in a statement signed on Thursday by George Ene-Ita, Director of the Public Affairs Department.
  5. Former Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, has called on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to suspend its planned National Convention scheduled for November 15–16 in Ibadan, Oyo State. Saraki warned that proceeding in the face of conflicting court orders and ongoing internal disputes would deepen the party’s crisis and jeopardize its stability.
  6. The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has disclosed that the contentious $11.50 fee set to take effect on December 1 originated from the Nigeria Immigration Service, although it is being announced and enforced by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority. The association described the charge as an additional strain on the already distressed aviation sector and an undue burden on operators, despite ultimately being transferred to passengers.
  7. Three Nigerians have been arrested in Mwaliko Estate, Mwea Town, Kenya, on allegations of cyber fraud. According to reports, the suspects—identified as Peter Chukwujekwu, Alazor Chukulute Sunday, and Nnalue Chiagozie Samwe—were apprehended on Wednesday by Kenya’s Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
  8. Two Nigerians are presumed dead following a boat accident involving 42 missing refugees and migrants on the Mediterranean route. The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) confirmed in a statement on its website on Thursday that two other Nigerians survived the incident.
  9. The Board of Trustees (BoT) of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has acknowledged that the current internal crisis troubling the party is self-inflicted but affirmed that the national convention slated for Ibadan, Oyo State, will proceed as scheduled. BoT Chairman and former Senate President, Adolphus Wabara, made the remarks in Abuja on Thursday during the presentation of the BoT Reconciliation Committee report.
  10. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated the Super Eagles on their emphatic 4–1 victory over Gabon in Thursday’s FIFA World Cup qualifying Africa Playoff match, describing the performance as a testament to Nigeria’s resilience and competitive spirit. In a statement issued by his media aide, Bayo Onanuga, the President praised the team’s courage, tactical discipline, and clinical execution, noting that the display reflected the “Nigerian character that rises, adapts, and prevails.”

 

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