Nigerian Newspapers: Top 10 Headlines Today Sunday, April 28th, 2019

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Nigerian Newspapers: Top 10 Headlines Today Sunday, April 28th, 2019

Good day Nigeria and the rest of the world. Welcome to the Baba Newsline roundup of top 10 Nigerian newspapers headlines for today, Sunday, April 28th, 2019.

Boys Brigade: Tension In Gombe As Govt Imposes Curfew In State Capital

The government of Gombe has imposed a curfew in the state capital following a confrontation between some youths and members of the Boys Brigade. Baba Newsline learned that violence broke out in Gombe as the remains of the slain nine members of the Brigade in the state were to be buried. According to a press release from the acting Secretary to the State Government, James Pisajih, the curfew begins from Saturday to 6am on Sunday

Nine Nigerians Caught In US For $3.5m Internet Fraud

US officials have arrested nine Nigerians in the United States for defrauding individuals and businesses of more than $3.5 million. This was disclosed in a statement by Geoffrey S. Berman, the United States attorney for the southern district of New York, and James C. Spero, special agent in charge of the Tampa, Florida, field office of U.S. immigration and customs enforcement’s Homeland security investigations (“HSI”).

Nigerian Leaders Become Presidents Against Their Wish – Kukah

Bishop of Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Matthew Kukah, has said since the return of democracy in 1999, Nigeria has had leaders who became Presidents against their wish. He said that former Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo, Musa Yar’Adua, Goodluck Jonathan and the current leader Muhammadu Buhari were never prepared to lead the nation. According to the cleric, due to poor leadership, many Nigerians are wearing garments of poverty.

Benue, Taraba Killings: Middle Belt Group Blasts Governors Over Insecurity

Nigerian governors have come under attack from the Middle Belt Conscience Guard (MBCG), over their perceived cold attitude towards the endless killings and unrest in the region. MBCG said the lukewarm attitude of the governors and stakeholders in the country was becoming worrisome. The group urged governors to wake up and take a decisive action over the spate of killings, kidnappings and criminality.

JAMB Finally Discloses Date To Release 2019 UTME Results

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says the 2019 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results would be ready from Monday, April 29. Baba Newsline learned that the examination body’s media aide, Fabian Benjamin, disclosed this in an interview with News Agency of Nigeria on Saturday in Bwari, Abuja.

2019 Election: Orji Uzor Kalu Reveals Who Made APC Lose South East

Former Governor of Abia State Governor, Orji Uzor Kalu has said that some All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftains in the South East zone sabotaged genuine efforts of the party by aligning with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He called for investigation into the alleged anti-party activities against some chieftains of the party in the South East before and during the 2019 general election.

One Dead, Three Injured In US Synagogue Shooting

Police have arrested a gunman who opened fire at a synagogue in California, leaving one woman dead and three other people injured. Baba Newsline learned that the attack took place at Poway, north of the city of San Diego, where the synagogue had been hosting a Passover celebration.

Actress Cossy Ojiakor Speaks On Becoming Pastor

Busty Nollywood star Cossy Ojiakor has said though she loves Jesus Christ she is not sure about becoming a pastor someday. Baba Newsline learned that Cossy made this remark against the backdrop of comments credited to her colleague Tonto Dikeh that she foresaw her becoming a pastor. “I believe in Jesus Christ and I love Him but I am not sure about becoming a pastor,” she told Punch.

Premier League Results, Table As Tottenham Falter In Top-Four Battle

Tottenham’s bid to finish in the top four of the Premier League table suffered a huge setback on Saturday as they lost 1-0 to fellow London side West Ham at their new stadium. Michail Antonio netted the only goal to stun the home fans who were experiencing defeat for the first time in the new Tottenham Hotspur Stadium after five games. “The stress and the fatigue arrived. We are competing with circumstances that are not the best,” Pochettino said after the game.

That’s the roundup of top 10 Nigerian newspapers headlines this morning. More Nigerian newspapers headlines are available on Baba Newsline website. See you again tomorrow.