Breaking: Tears, Tensions, and Turmoil: Nigeria’s Top 20 Shocking Headlines You Need to Know Today!

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These are the major breaking news stories from leading evening newspapers in Nigeria as of Tuesday, July 1, 2025.

1. Senate Postpones North-West Constitution Review Hearing to Honour Dantata
   The Senate has postponed its zonal public hearing on constitution review in the North-West. This decision was made to honour late elder statesman and business mogul, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, who was buried in Saudi Arabia.
   Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) reports that Senate President Godswill Akpabio made the announcement during plenary following consultations with North-West stakeholders.
2. AA Zaura Foundation Graduates 95 Kano Youths in Digital Entrepreneurship
   The AA Zaura Foundation has celebrated the graduation of 95 youths from Kano who completed a digital entrepreneurship programme aimed at transforming agriculture through technology.
   According to Diaspora Digital Media, the Foundation President, Alhaji Abdussalam Zaura, encouraged the beneficiaries to embrace innovation as a pathway to economic freedom.
3. Tanzania Safari 2025 Declared Top Global Wildlife Experience
   Tanzania has been rated as one of the best safari destinations for 2025, offering unmatched views of savannahs, wildlife, and culture.
   Diaspora Digital Media notes that tourism experts highlight the country’s improved infrastructure and conservation practices as a major boost for the sector.
4. FCT APC Primaries in Kwali Declared a Charade by Aspirant
   Chairmanship aspirant Hon. Usman Jiya of the APC has condemned the recent party primaries in Kwali as fraudulent and stage-managed.
   Diaspora Digital Media gathered that Jiya addressed supporters at his campaign office, alleging gross irregularities and a predetermined outcome.
5. Aminu Dantata Buried in Saudi Arabia
   Alhaji Aminu Dantata, a revered businessman and philanthropist, was laid to rest at Baqiyya Cemetery in Madinah after funeral prayers at the Prophet’s Mosque.
   Diaspora Digital Media confirms that the elder statesman passed away in Abu Dhabi and was honoured by top Nigerian officials and business leaders.
6. Jos Traders Protest Over Market Relocation Notice
   Traders at the Jos Main Market staged a protest over a relocation order by market authorities, demanding better planning and engagement.
   Diaspora Digital Media reports that the traders resisted being moved to a new location without adequate provisions and alternatives.
7. Three Wanted Bandits Arrested Near Abuja
   The FCT Police Command confirmed the arrest of three notorious bandits around Wukushi-Mpape, near Abuja.
   According to Diaspora Digital Media, Commissioner Ajao Saka Adewale credited intelligence gathering and rapid response for the successful operation.
8. Garba Shehu: Buhari Never Intended to Undermine Tinubu’s Government
   Ex-presidential aide Garba Shehu has clarified that former President Muhammadu Buhari had no plan to sabotage Tinubu’s administration.
   Diaspora Digital Media gathered that Shehu made the statement in Abuja, dispelling speculations of internal political sabotage.
9. NUC Calls for Innovation in Nigerian Universities
   The Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Prof. Abdullahi Ribadu, has urged universities to adopt innovation-driven education.
   Diaspora Digital Media reports that Ribadu emphasized skills acquisition, research, and technology as key to national development.
10. Atiku, PDP Leaders Hold Coalition Talks Ahead of 2027 Elections
    Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar met with key PDP members to strategize a coalition capable of challenging President Tinubu in 2027.
    Diaspora Digital Media gathered that former Senate President David Mark and other heavyweights were in attendance.
11. Three Edo Security Corps Officers Shot Dead by Gunmen
    Gunmen suspected to be cultists have killed three unarmed members of the Edo State Security Corps on Wire Road in Benin City.
    Diaspora Digital Media reports that a suspect, Bello Salami, was arrested at Benin Airport while attempting to flee. A fourth victim is receiving treatment.
12. 207 People Confirmed Dead in Mokwa Flood – NSEMA
    Niger State Emergency Management Agency (NSEMA) disclosed that 207 people have died from recent flooding in Mokwa communities.
    According to Diaspora Digital Media, the Director General, Abdullahi Baba Arah, also revealed that thousands have been displaced.
13. NiMET DG Says Media Is Critical to Accurate Weather Reporting
    Prof. Charles Anosike, DG of NiMET, praised journalists for playing a vital role in disseminating accurate climate information to the public.
    Diaspora Digital Media gathered that he made the remarks during a media briefing in Abuja, urging continued collaboration.
14. Real Madrid vs Juventus: Club World Cup Round of 16 Line-ups Revealed
    Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso named an unchanged squad to face Juventus, with Kylian Mbappé included in the matchday lineup for the first time.
    Diaspora Digital Media notes that fans are eager for the clash between two European giants in the global tournament.
15. Minister: Children Deserve Schooling, Not Labour
    Labour Minister Muhammadu Dingyadi stated that children should be in school and not subjected to hard labour or exploitation.
    Diaspora Digital Media reports that he made this known during the 2025 World Day Against Child Labour observance in Abuja.
16. Rhodes-Vivour: Tinubu’s Government Is a Complete Failure
    Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, the LP’s 2023 Lagos governorship candidate, called Tinubu’s government a failure responsible for the worst cost-of-living crisis in decades.
    Diaspora Digital Media confirmed that he made the statement during a live interview in Lagos.
17. Gusau Takes Over as WAFU Zone B President
    Nigeria’s Football Federation president, Ibrahim Gusau, has officially resumed as WAFU Zone B president in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire.
    Diaspora Digital Media learned that Gusau pledged to improve football development across West Africa.
18. Ogun CPN Intensifies Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence in Markets
    The Child Protection Network in Ogun State has taken its awareness campaign against GBV and child abuse to major markets.
    Diaspora Digital Media reports that market women were sensitized in Lafenwa, Iberekodo, and other areas.
19. 30,000 Gender-Based Violence Cases Reported in 4 Years – Minister
    Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, revealed that over 30,000 GBV cases have been recorded between 2020 and 2024.
    Diaspora Digital Media notes that she made the disclosure during a session on access to justice for victims of GBV.
20. BREAKING: Benue Youth Leader Raymond Nago Asema Abducted in Makurdi
    Ambassador Raymond Asema, a youth leader in Benue, was reportedly abducted by men in uniform believed to be police officers.
    Diaspora Digital Media reports that his aide, Emmanuel Shishim, confirmed the abduction occurred near his residence on Monday afternoon.

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