Morning Brief: Nigeria and the World at Dawn Sunday, September 28, 2025
As the
sun rises over Nigeria and the world, the headlines reflect a mix of diplomatic
resolve, economic tremors, and journalistic introspection.
In Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed the nation's commitment to global peace by calling for the total elimination of nuclear weapons.
Speaking
through Foreign Affairs Minister Yusuf Tuggar at the United Nations
headquarters in New York, Tinubu emphasized that the continued existence of
nuclear arsenals poses a grave threat to international security. He urged
nuclear-armed states to show greater political will and responsibility,
stressing that complete disarmament remains the only absolute safeguard against
the catastrophic consequences of nuclear warfare.
Back
home, economic tensions are mounting as the Dangote Petroleum Refinery
announced a sudden suspension of petrol sales in naira, citing the exhaustion
of its crude-for-naira allocation. The move has unsettled oil marketers and
sparked concerns over fuel pricing and foreign exchange pressures. Although the
refinery briefly resumed naira-based transactions following intervention by the
Naira-for-Crude Transaction Committee, the episode has reignited scrutiny over
the refinery’s labor practices, especially after the recent dismissal of over
800 Nigerian workers.
Meanwhile,
the Nigerian Guild of Editors joined the global community in marking World News
Day, pledging to uphold fact-based journalism and defend press freedom. In a
statement, the Guild condemned the increasing use of repressive laws to
intimidate journalists and called on the government to respect the Freedom of
Information Act. The editors emphasized that accurate reporting is the bedrock
of democracy and warned against the dangers of misinformation and propaganda.
Globally,
World News Day is being commemorated with renewed calls for editorial integrity
and the protection of journalists. Media organizations across continents are
reflecting on the role of journalism in shaping public discourse and holding
power to account. The emphasis this year is on resisting censorship and
promoting transparency, especially in regions where press freedom is under
siege.
As
Nigeria navigates its internal challenges and asserts its voice on the global
stage, today’s headlines remind us of the delicate balance between diplomacy,
economic reform, and the enduring pursuit of truth.
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