Nigerian Newspaper Headlines Today: 4th February

Punch

Killings: Ortom faults Buhari’s letter to Senate

The Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, has faulted the claims by President Muhammadu Buhari that his administration had taken positive actions to halt herdsmen killings in the state.

Vanguard

Military rescues 84, captures Boko Haram’s weapons

At least 84 people have been rescued and heavy military weapons recovered from Boko Haram fighters by Nigerian army.

Thisday

Adeboye Leads RCCG Worshippers to Pray against Killers, Protectors, Sponsors

The General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, Friday night led members of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) to pray against people shedding blood in Nigeria, their protectors as well as their sponsors at the church’s February Holy Ghost Service held at the Redemption Camp.

Daily Times

Anger in Plateau over Jang’s comment on 2019 elections

There is palpable anger in the political circles in Plateau, especially in the two major political parties, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressives Congress over a statement by former Governor and senator representing Plateau North senatorial zone that the Senate is not meant for young people.

Guardian

Lagos revs up economy with new power, property laws

The Lagos State government has perfected plans to boost the state’s economy in 2018 through its Embedded Power Supply initiative and review of the Land Use Charge Law.

Daily Trust

It’s season of defections, alignments in states

The rate at which politicians are changing platforms is on the increase. In many states across the country, there has been a gale of defections and political alignments as the 2019 election season gradually unfolds.

Tribune

Nigeria needs urgent prayers to avert crisis —Cleric

Founder and General Overseer of Holy Trinity Authority Prophetic Ministry International, Prophet James Omitade, has called for three-day fasting and prayers for Nigeria, to avert looming bloodbath, which he said would shake the foundations of the country.