Latest news: Top headlines for Thursday, June 27, 2024

Start Your Day Right with Topnaija’s Morning Roundup. Get the latest news headlines from Nigerian newspapers for Thursday, June 27, 2024, exclusively on www.topnaija.ng Stay informed with the latest in local and global news.

Elegushi demands justice for Mohbad

In a surprising turn of events, His Royal Majesty, Oba Saheed Elegushi, the Elegushi, Kunsela III of the Ikate-Elegushi Kingdom, Lagos, has demanded a thorough investigation into the untimely death of Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as ‘Mohbad.’

Through his lawyer, Adepeju Omotayo, Oba Elegushi made his position clear at the continuation of the trial of two suspects, James Adeshola and Awiye Azeez. The suspects are accused of unwarranted cyberbullying and defamation against the traditional ruler in connection with Mohbad’s death. Read more here.

President Tinubu to discuss new minimum wage with governors

President Bola Tinubu will discuss the new national minimum wage with state governors at the 142nd National Economic Council (NEC) meeting on Thursday at Aso Rock Villa, Abuja.

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Femi Gbajabiamila, the President’s Chief of Staff, announced this during a condolence visit to Vice President Kashim Shettima in Kano. Gbajabiamila noted that President Tinubu’s attendance at the NEC meeting is rare and underscores the significance of the discussion. Read more here.

Kenyan president bows to pressure after deadly protest

Kenyan President William Ruto has withdrawn the contentious Finance Act bill, which proposed significant tax hikes, following deadly protests in Kenya that resulted in the deaths of 22 people. The decision was announced on Wednesday.

“I concede and therefore I will not sign the 2024 finance bill and it shall subsequently be withdrawn,” President Ruto stated, acknowledging the public’s outcry. “The people have spoken.” Read more here.

America jails ex-Honduras president Orlando Hernandez

A New York court sentenced former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez to 45 years in prison on Wednesday, June 26, after convicting him of assisting cartels in trafficking hundreds of tons of cocaine into the United States. Alongside the prison term, Hernandez received an $8 million (roughly €7.5 million) fine.

The 45-year sentence, though substantial, fell short of the life sentence prosecutors had sought. Given Hernandez’s age of 55, he is expected to spend the rest of his life behind bars. Judge P. Kevin Castel emphasized that the sentence should serve as a warning to “well-educated, well-dressed” individuals who believe their power and status can shield them from justice. Read more here.

NNPC uncovers fresh 165 illegal refineries in Niger Delta

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) recently announced the discovery of 165 illegal refineries across the Niger Delta.

This revelation came alongside reports of 400 oil theft and vandalism incidents between June 15 and 21, documented by government and private security agencies. Read more here.

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