Punch
Rice importation ban good for economy – RMIDAN
The President, Rice Millers, Importers and Distributors Association of Nigeria, Mr. Tunji Owoeye, who also doubles as the National Chairman, Association of Rice Investors, has hailed the banning of the importation of rice through land borders by the Federal Government, saying the policy will remove the major obstacles faced by local producers.
Vanguard
INEC won’t return to Rivers unless conditions are conducive
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), on Friday, said that unless a conducive atmosphere for a credible poll can be guaranteed by security agencies, political parties and supporters, it would not gp ahead with the conclusion of the re-run elections in Rivers State.
Thisday
Fuel Scarcity: NNPC Begs Nigerians to be Patient
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) friday apologised to Nigerians for failing to keep up with its responsibility of ensuring that petrol is adequately available for use in the country having been allocated the largest share of 72 per cent of petrol import in the first quarter of the 2016 allocation.
The Sun
Army intercepts 2 suicide bombers in Borno
THE Nigerian Army on Friday said it had averted another blast in Borno following the interception of two suspected suicide bombers near Maiduguri.
Daily Times
Easter: FRSC sensitises drivers on safety rules
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) on Thursday in Abuja sensitised drivers at various motor parks on road safety rules to reduce crashes during the Good Friday and Easter Monday holidays.
Daily Trust
We will embrace APC’s change, Kuje chief says
National Mirror
Prophet predicts second civil war in Nigeria
A prophet of the Royal House of David, Godfrey Gbujie, has predicted that Nigeria would witness another civil war if the nation’s leader, President Muhammadu Buhari, did not act swiftly to resolve the national questions
Leadership
Oshiomhole Preaches Peace, Love At Easter
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State has urged Christian faithful to imbibe the virtues of peace, love, sacrifice and forgiveness which are the lessons of Easter.
Tribune
Easter holidays: NNPC discharges 44 million litres of petrol
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) said it has discharged one cargo of 44 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) to ensure availability of the product across the country.
The Nation
Father rapes 12-yr-old daughter in Bayelsa, aborts pregnancy
AT 12, the world of Queen (surname withheld) has literally turned upside down. Her dreams are crumbling as she undergoes medical treatment owing to alleged abuse by her father, Bamekpa.