Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines For Today, Tuesday, February 9th, 2021

Welcome to EKOHOTBLOG summary of top Major Nigeria Newspaper headlines for today, Tuesday, February 9th, 2021

1. NCDC Records 6 Deaths, 643 New COVID-19 Cases

The latest figures by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has shown that Nigeria has recorded a total of 140,391 COVID-19 cases.

2. Nigeria Negotiates With Russia For Vaccine Supply

Federal Government says Russia has agreed to supply Nigeria with her Sputnik V vaccine. A vaccine that has an efficacy of 91%.

3. Fani-Kayode Moves To Return To APC, Meets Caretaker Chairman, Mai Mala Buni

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode may be on his way back to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) six years after he left for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).

4. Chief Femi Fani Kayode Lauds Gov. Yahaya Bello, Describes Him As Phenomenal Leader

Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaha Bello has called on Nigerians to shun politics of bitterness irrespective of religious, ethnic or political affiliation to enhance good governance in the country.

5. NIN To Replace BVN Soon, Says Pantami

The Federal Government has said that arrangements are ongoing to replace the Bank Verification Numbers (BVN) with the National Identity Numbers (NIN).

6. It Doesn’t Make Sense – El-Rufai Opposes Compensation For Bandits

Nasir el-Rufai, governor of Kaduna state, says he does not believe dialogue and compensation will solve the issue of banditry in the country.

7. Ministry, CBN Collaborate To Ensure Provision Of NIN Through BVN

The Ministry of Communications and Digital Economy is collaborating with the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to ensure citizens with Bank Verification Number (BVN) are automatically provided with the National Identification Number (NIN).

8. Abia House Of Reps Member, Ossy Prestige, Is Dead

Ossy Prestige, a federal lawmaker representing Aba north/south federal constituency at the house of representative, has died.

9. Police Arrest Politician Involved In The Abduction Of The Kankara Boys In Kastina

Former Chairman of Jibia Local Government Area in Katsina state, Alhaji Haruna Musa Mota has been arrested by the police for helping kidnappers and bandits in the state.

10. ’Makinde Not Dumping PDP For ADC’

The Chief Press Secretary to Gov. Seyi Makinde of Oyo State, Taiwo Adisa, says news about the governor’s plan to leave Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for African Democratic Congress (ADC) or any other party, is untrue.

11. Kwara: APC Crisis Worsens As Secretary Rejects Registration Official

There seems to be no solution in sight to the imbroglio rocking the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kwara as the crisis that hits the party in the state took another unpalatable turn on Monday, Ekohotblog reports.

12. Lagos Impounds Unbelievable Number Of Cars

Lagos State Ministry of Justice in conjunction with the State TaskForce on Environmental and Special Offences on Monday, February 8, supervised the public auction of 83 forfeited vehicles.

13. Police Arrest 19 Suspects Over Cult Clash in Lagos

Following the ongoing cult-related clash at Alakuko area of Lagos Sango/Tollgate and Dalemo, Ogun State, Lagos State Police Command, on Monday, said it arrested 19 suspected cultists in connection with the matter.

14. FRSC Officials Arraigned Over Extortion Of Motorists

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has arraigned two officials of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), for allegedly extorting motorists and gratification.

15. Two Injured, Ten Burnt To Ashes In Ebonyi Auto Mishap

At least 10 persons have lost their lives in a ghastly auto crash on Ishiagu-Axis of the Okigwe-Afikpo highway, Ebonyi State.

16. ‘Have Never Been Disgrace Like This’ Female Armed Robber Cries Out

A team of four specialized Army Robbers was recently caught along the Benin-Auchi Expressway.

17. Double Tragedy As Corpse Conveyed For Burial Encounters Kidnappers

Unknown gunmen have intercepted a hearse at the Benin bypass in Edo State, conveying the corpse of an unidentified man from Lagos to Enugu State for burial.

18. Opinion: Jennifer Lopez, Omawumi, and Kamala Harris: What they All Have in Common

Omawumi was the first runner-up in the 2007 West African idols reality TV show and has since rose to prominence in her music career with several nominations and awards to her credit.

19. Toyin Abraham Reacts To Ruggedman’s Questioning On Actress’ Prosperity

Nollywood actress, Toyin Abraham has reacted to a post by rapper Ruggedman which wondered why actresses build houses and buy cars more than their male counterparts.

20. Photos: Meet King Sunny Ade’s Son Who Is Also An Entertainer

Chief Sunday Adeniyi Adegeye who is popular known as King Sunny Ade is a big time entertainer, he was born on 22 September, 1946, he is a Nigerian jùjú singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and all round entertainer.

21. Actor Labista Seeks For Assistance For Veteran Actor, Gbenga Richard Who Is ‘Dying In Silence’

Popular actor, Emmanuel Ehumadu who’s popularly known as Labista has taken to his instagram handle to seek for assistance on behalf of veteran actor, Gbenga Richard.

22. Femi Durojaiye Reacts To Kemi Lala’s Job Scam Comment

Nollywood actor and filmmaker, Femi Durojaiye has condemned Nollywood actress, Kemi Lala Akindoju, saying she lacks home training.

23. European Coach Calls For Sack, Pogba Closer To Man United Exit, Chelsea Clash With Atletico Confirmed

Atletico Madrid vs Chelsea venue for the Champions League clash set to be altered.

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