Topnaija latest news updates for today, 11th Sep 2024

Good morning, Nigeria, and welcome to Topnaija’s latest news updates, Including the newspaper headlines for today, Wednesday, September 11th, 2024.

President Tinubu orders relief for flood-hit Maiduguri residents

In the wake of Borno State’s most devastating flood in 30 years, which has displaced thousands and submerged 70% of Maiduguri, President Bola Tinubu has directed swift action to protect affected residents.

The flood, triggered by the overflow of the Alau Dam, has led to the deaths of 80% of the animals in the Sanda Kyarimi Park Zoo and a jailbreak at the Maiduguri correctional facility. Read more here.

Labour Party crisis: Kingibe backs caretaker committee move

As the Labour Party‘s internal crisis deepens, Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory, endorsed the 29-member caretaker committee established by party stakeholders last week.

This move followed activist Aisha Yesufu‘s criticism of LP National Chairman Julius Abure over alleged misuse of campaign funds. Read more here.

Nigeria can emulate U.S. pipeline success to boost gas sector

The Permian Basin in the United States is set to significantly enhance its natural gas pipeline capacity with the launch of the Matterhorn Express Pipeline, which will begin service this month.

The pipeline, with a capacity of 2.5 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d), will transport natural gas from the Permian Basin to Katy, Texas, addressing severe price volatility at the Waha Hub, where prices have often turned negative in 2024 due to rapid production growth outpacing existing infrastructure.  Read more here.

55 Mpox cases confirmed across Nigeria — NCDC

55 Mpox cases confirmed across Nigeria — NCDC

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed 55 cases of monkeypox (Mpox) in Nigeria, highlighting the continued spread of the viral disease across the country.

This confirmation comes from 935 suspected cases reported across 39 local government areas in 21 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Read more here.

May Edochie turns Birthday into powerful outreach for women

Yul Edochie’s estranged wife, May Edochie scores huge points with underprivileged women ahead of her birthday.

In a heartwarming gesture, May Edochie is using her upcoming birthday as a platform to uplift underprivileged women. Through her foundation, May’s Oasis Foundation, she has announced an impactful initiative, Project Feed & Empower Her, aimed at providing food, vocational training, and financial support to empower women in need. Read more here.

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