Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the front pages of Nigeria’s national newspapers today, Sunday, June 16, 2024.
The PUNCH: Medical experts have warned that the latest cholera outbreak may spread to many communities and states during the Eid-el-Kabir celebration if necessary measures are not quickly taken. They noted that increased travel during the holiday season might lead to a rise in cholera cases.
Vanguard: The Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup qualification efforts were complicated last week after a doubleheader against South Africa’s Bafana Bafana in Uyo on Friday and the Cheetahs of Benin Republic, who hosted them on neutral ground in Abidjan three days later.
ThisDay: President Bola Tinubu has expressed optimism that the sacrifices and great expectations of Nigerian citizens will not be in vain, emphasizing that positive outcomes are beginning to show with the economy strengthening and vibrancy returning to critical sectors.
Daily Trust: Members of the Arewa Traders Association (ATA) in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have accused the police of torturing and extorting their members in an effort to recover multi-million naira gold allegedly stolen from one of their officers.
