Good morning.  Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 

1. Rivers Crisis Continues: Assembly Shuts Down State’s Expenditure

* As Ultimatum Expires, Fubara Barred From Further Spending Until….
* Coalition Says Action By “Ex-Lawmakers Illegal”
* They Decided To Attack Finances Of The State To Slow Down Dividend Of Democracy 

The crisis rocking the Rivers State political landscape is far from being over as the Martin Amaewhule led Rivers State House Of Assembly on Monday barred the governor of the state, Sir Siminalayi Fubara from further spending from the state’s coffers. READ MORE

 2. Crude Supply: FG Counters Dangote’s Claim Against IOCs

* It’s Done On Willing-Buyer, Willing-Seller Basis-FG
* NNPC Ltd Reacts To Dangote’s 7.2% Stake Claim

The Federal Government of Nigeria through the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has countered claims made by Alhaji Aliko Dangote that International Oil Companies (IOCs) are refusing to supply his 650, 000 BPD refinery with crude. READ MORE

3. Adaora Umeoji Highlights Zenith Bank’s Robust Financial Metrics: Says Bank Is Poised To Cross The N1 Trillion Mark In Profit In 2024

Zenith Bank Plc, Nigeria’s leading financial institution, held its Capital Markets Day last week to showcase the bank’s inherent values as it embarks on its recapitalisation journey. The event, which brought together key market players, focused on the bank’s growth trajectory, strategic objectives, market performance, and consistent, robust dividend payout over the years. READ MORE

4. Days After Surviving Assassination Attempt, Trump Picks Ohio Senator JD Vance As Running Mate

Former President Donald Trump has chosen Sen. JD Vance, R-Ohio, as his vice-presidential running mate, taking a once-strident critic and elevating him as the leading heir to his political legacy. READ MORE

5. Palliative: FG To Distribute 740 Trucks Of Rice, States To Get 20 Trucks Each 

The Presidency has announced that 740 trucks of rice will be distributed to the 36 states in Nigeria, with each state, including the FCT, receiving 20 trucks each. READ MORE

6. FG, UAE Reach Agreement, Lift Visa Ban For Nigerians 

The United Arab Emirates, UAE, have lifted visa ban for Nigerians after both countries signed an agreement for the resumption of visa issuance. READ MORE

7. Amid Backlash, Tinubu Withdraws Adekambi’s Appointment, Reinstates Zabbey As HYPREP Coordinator

Following a backlash that greeted the appointment of Dr Femi Adekambi as the project coordinator of the Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project, HYPREP, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has withdrawn the appointment.  READ MORE

8. Emir Stool: Court Gives Order Restraining Bayero, 4 Others 

A high court in Kano State has issued a permanent restraining order against the deposed Emir of Kano, Aminu Ado Bayero, and four other former Emirs. READ MORE

9. Euro 2024: Victorious Spain Return To Royal Welcome As Despondent England Snub Fans

Euro 2024 champions Spain have returned home to a royal welcome in Madrid. La Roja defeated England 2-1 in Sunday's final in Berlin to win their record fourth European crown. READ MORE

10. Behold Ambani’s Multi-Million Dollar Wedding, Makes #Chivido Pale In Comparison 

A few weeks after Nigeria’s global music star, David Adeleke (Davido) walked his heartthrob, Chioma down the aisle in a fairytale wedding in Lagos, an Indian couple’s wedding has made the once talked about wedding pale in comparison. READ MORE

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