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The Punch reports the World Bank as saying that the number of poor Nigerians will rise to 101 million if the government fails to compensate vulnerable citizens for the removal of petrol subsidy. The newspaper says security forces have deployed operatives on Eid prayer grounds and recreation centres in order to ensure hitch-free Eid al-Adha celebrations.

The Nation says President Bola Tinubu has reiterated his resolve to fix the myriad socio-economic and political challenges confronting the country. The newspaper reports that the federal government has begun the issuance of proof of ownership certificates (POC) for all categories of registered vehicles nationwide.

Daily Trust reports that at least seven farmers were killed when suspected Boko Haram insurgents launched an attack in Damboa LGA, Borno state. The newspaper says traders affected by the Kano state government demolitions have held a special prayer session against the government’s action in the state.

Daily Independent reports that the European Union (EU) election observation mission said the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) betrayed public trust with the conduct of the 2023 elections. The newspaper reports Vice-President Kashim Shetti­ma as saying that the federal government is planning to ensure quick access to single digit loans for small businesses within the shortest possible time.

The Guardian reports that Dikko Radda, governor of Katsina state, has reportedly rejected 100 rams from a philanthropist in the state. The newspaper says despite logistic challenges, Nigerian pilgrims joined over two million Muslims that converged on Mount Arafat, yesterday, to perform part of the sacred rituals of Hajj in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.