In today’s Nigerian Newspapers review program, Today in the News, Vanguard reported key developments as political parties, civil society organizations (CSOs), and former President Goodluck Jonathan collectively called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and the Nigerian Police to ensure a transparent and credible governorship election in Edo State.

Another headline in Vanguard talks about hardship and Nigerians petitioning for their lawmakers’ recall – EFCC.

Also on the front page is the hiked petrol price that has rendered N70,000 minimum wage useless, according to the NLC

The Guardian newspaper also took a look into of the political dynamics in Edo State ahead of the 2024 elections with its major story titled “Edo Decides 2024: People, Politics, Power, and Their Godfathers on a Warpath”

Meanwhile, The Nation reported optimism from the Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, who assured Nigerians that the country’s economy is on the right track despite the current challenges.

Finally, the Punch reported a strong military presence at the borders of Edo State as part of security efforts to maintain law and order during the election. In addition to securing the state’s boundaries, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has also intensified its crackdown on vote-buying

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