These are the top five stories you should monitor today.

1. Controversy over Osinbajo’s status a mere distraction – Lai Mohammed 

Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed on Wednesday said the controversy generated from the letter written by President Muhammadu Buhari to the National Assembly, to inform the lawmakers of his medical leave is a mere distraction.

2. FG sends Chibok girls’ photos to parents

The Federal Government said it has met with representatives of parents of the 82 rescued Chibok girls.

Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, said this during an interview on Wednesday.

3. Ensure remaining 113 Chibok girls are freed, NLC tells FG

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has urged the Federal Government to intensify efforts to ensure the release of the remaining 113 Chibok girls in captivity.

President of the NLC, Ayuba Wabba made the call in a statement on Wednesday.

4. 28 states owing teachers salaries – NUT

The Nigeria Union of Teachers on Wednesday said about 28 states were owing backlog of salaries.

The NUT President, Michael Olukoya, said this in Abuja during a workshop.

5. Aisha Buhari visits 82 released Chibok girls

Wife of the president, Aisha Buhari, has advised the recently released 82 Chibok girls to stay strong and try to learn a trade as no knowledge is a waste.

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