Nigerian Newspaper Review – Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Here’s what made the headlines across Nigeria today — your essential update on politics, security, business, and more:
1.Jailbreak at Keffi: 16 Inmates Escape
Sixteen inmates staged a breakout from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Keffi, Nasarawa State, after a violent attack on correctional officers. Five personnel were injured in the assault.
2.Soludo: No Apologies for Supporting Tinubu
Anambra State Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo stated he owes “no apologies” for his political alliance with President Bola Tinubu—even though they belong to different parties. He emphasized that the alliance stems from shared ideals and a longstanding friendship.
3.EFCC Stresses Non-Partisanship
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) reiterated its commitment to impartiality, confirming that investigations will proceed regardless of political affiliation.
4.Dangote Refinery Slashes Petrol Prices
Dangote Petroleum announced an immediate N30 reduction in the ex-depot (gantry) price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), aiming to ease fuel costs.
5.Boko Haram Foil IED Ambush, Troops Intervene
Troops from Operation Hadin Kai thwarted an IED ambush by Boko Haram militants on the Maiduguri–Kareto–Damasak highway in Borno State, resulting in several insurgents being neutralized.
6.Students Arrested in Bauchi After Violent Protest
At least 48 students from the Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi, were arrested following a violent protest during which they blocked a major highway, burned tires, threw stones at motorists, and looted shops.
7.Seven of the Keffi Escapees Captured
By today, authorities had recaptured seven of the inmates who escaped from Keffi’s correctional facility, as confirmed by local reports.
8.EFCC Targets Both Parties Equally
Atiku Abubakar and the ADC criticized the EFCC’s probe of Tambuwal, accusing it of being politically motivated. The EFCC defended its actions, reiterating that no one is exempt from investigation.
Other Noteworthy Snippets:
CCB Expands Oversight: The Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) says it now has jurisdiction over private firms with government shares.
Rural Mental Health Alarm: The Nigerian Correctional Service flagged a severe shortage of doctors to manage mentally ill inmates across facilities.Counter-Terrorism Strategy in Line: The Federal Government announced it will unveil a new inter-agency national counter-terrorism strategy for 2025.
