Latest news: Top headlines for Thursday, June 6, 2024

Start Your Day Right with Topnaija’s Morning Roundup. Get the latest news headlines from Nigerian newspapers for Thursday, June 6, 2024, exclusively on www.topnaija.ng Stay informed with the latest in local and global news.

Prophet Amoateng Advocates against forced tithing in churches

Prophet Sampson Amoateng, the esteemed founder and General Overseer of House of Miracles Ministries, is taking a stand against forced tithing practices prevalent in many churches today.

During a recent interaction with reporters in Abuja, Prophet Amoateng emphasized the importance of making tithing a voluntary act rather than a compulsory obligation imposed on congregants. Read more here.

FG’s cash transfer programme reaches 81,000 in Ondo

In a significant effort to mitigate the economic strain on vulnerable households, the FG’s cash transfer programme has expanded to benefit 81,000 residents in Ondo State.

Tosin Olupona, Manager of Ondo Cash Transfer, Office of Public and Intergovernmental Relations, announced the expansion during a training session for local government cash facilitators in Akure. Read more here.

Former Kaduna governor El-Rufai denies allegations amid investigation

The former governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai denies the allegations and asserts that he conducted himself with honesty and integrity throughout his tenure.

This statement comes in response to a report suggesting an investigation into his administration. Read more here.

Federal Government plans six-month suspension of import duties on essential goods

The Federal Government is planning a six-month suspension of import duties on staple food items, pharmaceuticals, and other essential products to combat rising inflation, according to an executive order issued by President Bola Tinubu.

The order, part of the Inflation Reduction and Price Stability Order, also outlines plans to waive levies on fertilizers, poultry feed, flour, and grains. Read more here.

Kaduna Assembly recommends investigations into Governor El-Rufai’s alleged misappropriation of N423 billion

The Kaduna State House Assembly Committee has recommended a thorough investigation and prosecution of Governor Nasir El-Rufai over allegations of corruption and misappropriation of funds.

The committee made the recommendation after a thorough investigation into El-Rufai alleged corruption and financial mismanagement. Read more here.

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