Nigerian Newspaper Headlines Today: 18th April

Nigerian Newspaper Headlines Today

Vanguard

Fayemi wins as Supreme Court dismisses Oni’s appeal

The Supreme Court, yesterday, declined to sack Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State from office on the premise that he was not eligible to contest the July 14, 2018, governorship election that he eventually won.

The Sun

Buhari should constitute cabinet early -Williams 

National Coordinator, Pastor for Change, Bishop Kayode Williams, in this interview advised President Muhammadu Buhari not to waste time in constituting his cabinet.

Guardian

Senate begins move to override Buhari on budget timeline bill

Senate yesterday began the process of overriding President Muhammadu Buhari’s veto on the budget timeline bill. It arrived at the decision after adopting the report of a technical committee it set up to study bills rejected by the president.

Leadership

We Are Not Afraid To Fight – Wike

Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has said although he is not afraid to fight, members of the opposition should take advantage of the olive branch he extended to them for the development of the state.

The Nation

Buhari challenges Atiku to present his credentials

President Muhammadu Buhari has responded to allegations in the petition by Atiku Abubakar and his party, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), before the Presidential Election Tribunal.

Daily Trust

Rep speakership: Dyegh dares APC, to contest against Gbajabiamila

A Member of the House of Representatives, John Dyegh (APC, Benue), yesterday, formally declared interest to contest for the position of the Speaker of the 9th House.

Tribune

JUST IN: Senate Rejects Electric Cars For Nigerians

The Senate on Wednesday rejected a Bill for an Act to phase out petrol vehicles in 2035 and introduce electric cars.