Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:
1. The National Executive Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has approved the zoning of the position of the national chairman to the north. Briefing journalists at the end of Thursday’s NEC meeting, National Publicity Secretary of the party, Mr Kola Ologbondiyan, said NEC had ratified the zoning of chairmanship to the north. The move was aimed at paving the way for the emergence of a southern candidate as the party’s presidential candidate
2. President Muhammadu yesterday presented the 2022 budget of N16.39 trillion to a joint session of the National Assembly, justifying his quest for more financial borrowings. The President, who also noted that the federal government’s debt was within sustainable limits, said nation’s the borrowings were tied to specific strategic projects.
3. Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra State yesterday said the possibility of the declaration of a state of emergency in his state is not an idea of President Muhammadu Buhari. The Governor said this Wednesday while speaking with State House correspondents after meeting with the President at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.
4. The leadership of the Indigenous People of Biafra yesterday, said governors of the South-East geopolitical zone and the elite in the region were too infinitesimal to decide the fate of the Igbo. The Director of Media and Publicity, Emma Powerful stated this on Thursday while reacting to the statement credited to the Chairman, South-East Governors’ Forum and Governor of Ebonyi State, David Umahi, saying leaders of the zone was comfortable sticking with Nigeria than move to Biafra.
5. The National Coordinator of the All Progressives Grand Alliance Media Warriors’ Forum, Chinedu Obigwe, has alleged that the Attorney General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has vested interest in the Anambra State November governorship poll. Speaking during a press conference on Thursday, Chinedu said Malami was among the Abuja cabal that promised to make Andy Uba of the All Progressives Congress, the governor of the State at all cost.
6. No fewer than 10 persons, including policemen were yesterday killed as gunmen invaded Isu and Onicha-Igboeze communities, of Onicha Local Government Area of Ebonyi State. Two policemen were reportedly killed in Isu, while others met a similar fate in Onicha Igboeze. The Police Public Relations Officer, in the State, DSP Loveth, confirmed the incident.
7. Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has said the decisions of PDP on zoning and others will determine its chances in 2023. Speaking during the opening session of the party’s 94th NEC meeting held at the PDP National Secretariat, on Thursday, Atiku said the PDP has the right to determine its rules on how the party should be governed, while the people of Nigeria also have the right to determine who govern them.
8. The Emir of Kaura Namoda in Zamfara State, Sanusi Mohammed, Thursday, blamed widespread insecurity across Nigeria on leadership failure. He spoke in Abuja during the launch of a book titled: ‘Leadership Principles for Junior Commanders in the Military’ written by Col. Chukwu Obasi.
9. The Nigerian Army has said Nollywood Actor, Chiwetalu Agu, was arrested for soliciting support for the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB). In a statement on Thursday, Onyema Nwachukwu, Army spokesman, said Agu was nabbed while inciting people.
10. The Imo State Police Command yesterday, confirmed that operatives of the command killed a suspected members of the Eastern Security Network, a militant wing of the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra IPOB. A statement by the command’s spokesman, CSP Michael Abattam, said the hoodlum had been in the command’s wanted list but on the run after participating in several killings of police officers and burning of police stations.
At 31, Lagos-born Espago is redefining what it means to be a late bloomer in the Nigerian music
space. After spending years as a chef, designer, and farmer, Espago turned to music just a year
ago on a journey sparked by deep loss, life experience, and self-discovery.
What makes him different? It’s not just his sound, it’s his story. Espago brings a calm but
confident energy that mirrors his Lagos upbringing: a blend of vibrant Fuji rhythms and soulful
Afrobeat traditions like King Sunny Ade, shaped by global legends like Michael Jackson and
Celine Dion. His voice? Professionally trained. His brand? Stylish, grounded, and intentional.
Espago didn’t wait for the industry to find him; he found his own way in, teaching himself,
searching out producers, and building his identity from scratch. With no major label backing and
no big-name features, he has still built a brand marked by boldness, emotion, and Lagos street
authenticity.
He’s not just making music; he’s building a lifestyle brand. His creative roots are in food,
fashion, and music fused into something richer than just a “sound.” It’s a full experience. While
he hasn’t performed live yet, he’s putting in the work behind the scenes, mentoring new artists,
recording regularly to sharpen his voice and brand for bigger stages ahead.
In a scene dominated by speed, Espago’s journey is about intentional growth, honest
expression, and emotional connection.
As the new class of Afro‑HipHop begins to take shape, Espago stands out not just for what he’s
making, but for who he is becoming.
Rising artist Derriq isn’t just making music for entertainment; he’s building a legacy rooted in culture, resilience, and pride. The Lagos-based Afro-soul and Afrobeats singer has his eyes set on something bigger than streaming numbers: putting his hometown of Benin City on the global creative map is his dream.
A native of Edo State, Derriq’s musical journey began as a child organizing school parties just for the chance to perform. Since then, he’s gone from studio assistant to full-fledged artist, releasing impactful tracks like “Position,” “Vibration,” and “Confidence.” His sound, described as smooth, calm, and party-ready, reflects the duality of his personality: laid-back yet determined, quiet but powerful.
Derriq is more than just a promising name on Nigeria’s growing music roster; he’s a symbol of the next generation of artists who blend regional identity with global appeal using his distinctive voice, a strong sense of direction, and his signature slang “Yehboo! Yezaiii!” making waves among fans, Derriq is proving that cultural authenticity still cuts through the noise.
His next single, “Omo n’ Ogie,” is a tribute to his heritage and a signal that he’s just getting started. Keep your eyes on Derriq, he’s not just singing for the moment, he’s singing for a movement.
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Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers:
1. President Bola Tinubu will address the nation in a broadcast today, Sunday, August 4, 2024. Mr Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, announced this in a statement, on Saturday, saying the broadcast would hold at 7am.
2. The Commissioner of Police in Borno State, Yusuf Lawal, on Saturday confirmed the killing of four persons along Baga Road in Maiduguri, Borno State during the nationwide #EndBadGoverment protest. He said Boko Haram elements infiltrated the protesters and killed four persons on Thursday with explosives at a filling station.
3. Many persons have been feared killed while others sustained injuries as hoodlums clashed with security operatives in Kano. It was gathered that Rijiyar Lemo, Kurna to Bachirawa areas in Fagge Local Government, Kofar Nassarawa in Kano municipal and Unguwa Uku area of Tarauni Local Government are the worst hit areas.
4. The leadership of the organised labour, on Saturday, warned the Nigeria Police Force and other security forces to stop what it described as a “massacre” of protesters carrying out nationwide demonstrations against hunger in the land.
5. Leading Human Rights group, Amnesty International Nigeria, has said over 50 protesters were arrested in Abuja on the third day of the demonstration against hardship in the land.
6. Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has urged the police and other security agencies to stop shooting and killing protesters demanding good governance in Nigeria. Atiku in a statement on Saturday, questioned the professionalism of the security agencies in the handling of the ongoing demonstrations.
7. Some of the organisers and supporters of the ongoing protest have set up pages to raise over N4bn through GoFundMe, a popular online crowdfunding platform. A check on Saturday showed that a total of N4.1bn had been benchmarked to be donated through accounts created by three GoFundMe users.
8. Tragedy struck again in Imo State on Saturday evening when some gunmen reportedly shot dead the President-General of Umucheke Okwe autonomous community in Onuimo Local Government Area of Imo State, Hyginus Ohazurike. Six village heads from the autonomous community were also allegedly killed by the gunmen.
9. The Federal Capital Territory Commissioner of Police, Bennett Igweh has said his men were not responsible for the death of a teenager in the Kubwa area of the FCT. In a viral video, a man claimed that police, while dispersing protesters, shot dead a teenager in the Kubwa area.
10. The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu has said President Bola Tinubu is keeping an eye on the ongoing #EndBadGovernance demonstrations across the country.
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