Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Tuesday, 16th April, 2024 Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Peoples-talk roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today.

1. Controversy Surrounds Proposed New National ID Card: The Human Rights Writers Association (HURIWA) has strongly criticized the federal government’s plan to issue new national ID cards, calling it a wasteful scheme. HURIWA argues that with 50% of Nigerians unbanked and unbankable due to poverty, the new ID card plan seems to be part of a larger, questionable agenda.

2. EFCC Updates on Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs Investigation: The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has clarified that no one has been cleared in the ongoing investigation into alleged financial misappropriation in the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs. The EFCC disclosed that N32.7 billion and $445,000 have been recovered so far, with several officials linked to the alleged malfeasance.

3. Nigerian Army Denies Recruiting Repentant Boko Haram Members: The Nigerian Army has vehemently refuted claims that it recruited repentant Boko Haram members. The Army emphasized that it did not enlist such individuals into its ranks, following recent reports linking a soldier to the group.

4. FG Launches Probe into Fatal Boat Accident: The Nigeria Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) has initiated an investigation into a boat accident that claimed lives, including that of Nollywood actor Junior Pope. The NSIB stated that it has dispatched a team to the accident site to examine the wreckage and conduct interviews.

5. APC Explains Imposition of Candidates: A former National Vice Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Salihu Lukman, has shed light on why candidate imposition is prevalent in the party. Lukman attributed the issue to the irregular meetings of party organs, calling for a reform to ensure transparent candidate selection processes.

6. FG to Reinvest Electricity Subsidy Savings: The Federal Government has announced plans to reinvest savings from electricity subsidy removal into social services and improving power supply. The move aims to benefit more Nigerians and enhance the country’s electricity sector.

7. NDLEA Arrests Suspects: The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has apprehended three suspects in possession of N3.2 million in counterfeit cash at Jabi Park in Abuja. The operation, part of a broader crackdown on drug trafficking and counterfeiting, also led to the seizure of illicit substances and the arrest of individuals involved in such activities.

8. FCCPC Urges Reporting of Price Hikes: The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has called on Nigerians to report instances of arbitrary price hikes by businesses. The commission emphasized its commitment to enforcing fair market practices and protecting consumers from exploitation.

9. Organised Labour Presents New Minimum Wage Demand: Organised Labour has demanded ₦615,000 as the new minimum wage for workers in Nigeria. The demand, reached through consultations by the NLC and TUC, reflects the unions’ efforts to improve workers’ welfare amid economic challenges.

10. APC Reform Call Ahead of 2027 Elections: A former National Vice Chairman of the APC, Salihu Lukman, has called for reforms in the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Lukman emphasized the need for the APC to return to the ideals of its founding fathers and operate more transparently to enhance Nigeria’s democracy.