NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR FRIDAY 18TH JULY 2025

*PUNCH*

Awujale was national figure, voice of wisdom – NSCIA

16 MDs in 25 years stall NDDC progress – Ogbuku

Benue demands urgent aid as IDP crisis worsens

Foundation seeks state funding for measles vaccination drive

E-call up: Lagos enforces N10,000 fee on Lekki-Epe corridor

Sanwo-Olu unveils market, office complex in Mushin

NANS commends police’s school safety drive

Awujale stool: Ruling house kicks off selection, insists on tradition

Ekiti, Ondo doctors set for showdown over FG pay review

Troops reject N13.7m bribe, kill bandits in nationwide crackdown

Gov poll: INEC extends Anambra voter registration

ADC kickstarts 2027 manifesto drive

LAMATA resumes compensation for persons affected by bus corridor project

Benue uncovers 4,000 substandard schools

UNILORIN sets standard for real honours – Oloyede

LASG urges residents to obey environmental laws

Borno warns against reselling of UNICEF donated therapeutic food

How my mother’s midnight call made me withdraw litigation – PDP candidate

End violence against women, Jigawa emir urges

NELFUND plans job portal to connect graduates, employers

Ekiti brokers peace in farmers’ association to boost food output

Oyo returns 60,000 pupils, doubles teachers in schools

UNILORIN rallies support for 50th anniversary celebrations

Kebbi ADC confirms alliance talks, welcomes Sokoto defectors

AI will create jobs, not kill them – Kwara tech expert

Brain drain crippling Sokoto health sector – Commissioner

Sokoto Govt House was in darkness before Aliyu’s emergence – APC chair

Edo to improve health planning with digital platform

Tinubu immortalises Buhari with UNIMAID renaming amid FEC glowing tributes

Expert unveils data-driven security measures to combat terrorism

Nigeria won’t take foreign interference in security – DHQ

Lagos to increase number of technical colleges, harps on skills

*VANGUARD*

Tinubu renames UNIMAID after Buhari

Akpabio hails Buhari as a principled leader at FEC tribute session

Alleged N110.4bn Fraud: Yahaya Bello loses bid for overseas medical trip

French army leaves Senegal, ending military presence in west Africa

FG disowns report linking UAE to diplomatic sanctions

Calm restored in Kwara communities as Police arrest top criminal Tambaya, 25 others

PASSENGER DECLINE: Airlines in trouble as flyers stay away – MD, Ibom Air

Party Registration: Applications hit 134 as INEC extends CVR in Anambra

FG directs partial closure of Keffi bridge

ICPC, FCC set up joint task force to curb job racketeering, unfair recruitment

Party Registration: Applications hit 134 as INEC extends CVR in Anambra

Buhari liked Abakaliki rice – Umahi

How Buhari saved Ebonyi from “enemies of progress”- Umahi

Special FEC session: Tinubu hails Buhari, says his incorruptible standard’ll not be forgotten

Umahi mourns Buhari, eulogizes ex-President’s statecraft

Court advises parties against tampering in $250m coastal road suit

Refund students for duplicate fees, NELFUND tells institutions

Aisha Buhari absent as Tinubu presides over FEC in honour of late former President

Tinubu presides over special FEC session to honour Buhari

Imo Raid: Police declare suspected IPOB members wanted

Outrage in Badagry over alleged harassment of Okada riders by suspected NURTW members

Ebonyi court frees final batch of Biafran agitators after four years in detention

Megastar Media donates solar-powered toilet facility to Abuja school

*THE NATION*

Africa’s security rests on collaboration, unity - Badau

Buhari's words guided my actions as Speaker- Abbas

Patriots demand new constitution, support independent candidature 

Ijaws urge Okpebholo to establish waterway agency

Seven ways Nigerian students can fund their education abroad

Court hears $250m suit over Lagos Coastal road

Appeal Court affirms Kabir Ibrahim's sack as Nigerian farmers' association's president

Army tasks commanders on security of FCT, environs

Tinubu presides over special FEC session in honour of Buhari

2026: Ekiti Deputy Gov rallies women for Oyebanji's second term bid

Shettima: Buhari pursued justice with sincerity, remains one of Africa’s greatest sons

Dumebi Kachikwu rejects alleged ADC takeover, insists party is not for sale

Buhari: Umahi pays tribute to late president, recalls personal moments, national impact

Anambra governorship elections: INEC register 96,085 new voters in nine days

 Fusengbuwa ruling house rolls out traditional 'Gbedu' for selection of new Awujale

FG pledges to uphold Buhari’s legacy as Shettima, Sambo, others pay tribute in Daura

Dumebi Kachikwu rejects alleged ADC takeover, insists party is not for sale

Buhari: Umahi pays tribute to late president, recalls personal moments, national impact

Anambra governorship elections: INEC register 96,085 new voters in nine days

 Fusengbuwa ruling house rolls out traditional 'Gbedu' for selection of new Awujale

FG pledges to uphold Buhari’s legacy as Shettima, Sambo, others pay tribute in Daura

Okpebholo promises to make Edo power house of sports

Rivers Chief Judge grants pardon to 21 inmates

UK-based expert, advocates AI for autism inclusion

Why Niger Delta should be grateful to Tinubu, by Ogbuku

Makinde increased secondary school teachers from 13,730 to 26,436 in six years

Wike’s aide slams Atiku over exit from PDP

Makinde felicitates Alaafin at 50, says monarch will usher in Oyo’s golden era

NURTW officials arrested for transporting consignment for terrorists

Davido confirms Adeleke's defection rumour to APC

FIRS, OAGF move to curb revenue leakages from MDAs' tax non-compliance

Troops arrest 42 oil thieves, recover stolen products

*THISDAY*

INEC Extends Voter Registration In Anambra

Tinubu Presides Over Expanded FEC Session For Buhari

Late Ex-President Pursued Justice With Sincerity, Says Shettima At Buharis Fidau

EIB: Nigeria Doesnt Import Drones Anymore, Military Relies On Local Manufacturers

NELFUND to Open Job Portal for Early Employment Access

Troops Nab Transport Union Members Supplying Arms to Terrorists, DHQ Discloses

Yayi 2027: Defining Moment for Ogun State

Buhari And The Verdict Of History

Islamic, Christian Clerics Hold

Lawmaker Decries Annexation Of Legislature By Executive

Gospel Minister, Nneji, Holds Concert July 20

Avuru, Fawibe, Others Harp on Collaboration to Guarantee Energy Security

Amotekun Foils Five Kidnappings in Ondo, Nabs 17 Suspects

How Technology Makes Nigerian Sports Betting Better

CAS Advocates Innovative Aircraft-Armament Maintenance Practices

Police, ALGON Debunk Kidnap Attempt on Taraba LG Chairman

VFD Group Unveils Culture Framework, RIDEE with Elumelu, Announces GlobalExpansionPlans

Otuaro: Supporting Tinubu ll Sustain Peace, Stability, Devt

Obidient National Coordinator: Peter Obi,Nenadi Usman are Intact

SEC DG to Lead Discussions at Comercio Partners Economic Outlook

NYSC DG Lauds Govs for Reviewing Corps Members Allowances

Herdsmen Fresh Attack Claims One in Benue

Host Communities Urged toSafeguardNational Assets

Ahead of 2027, Atiku Quits PDP, Fully Aligns with Coalition ADC

Shettima: Buharis Death is Loss to Africa

Otedola Takes Over 40 Percent of FirstHoldco in Forced Exit of Otudeko

FG: Nigeria Needs Large Budget to Address Infrastructure Deficit, Multidimensional Poverty

ExxonMobil Nigeria Names New Chairman and Managing Director

Stamp Duty: Appeal Court Reverses N579bn Judgment against CBN, AGF

Inflation Declines to 22.22% Amid Moderation in Food, Energy Prices

Court Dismisses N5.074bn Suit against NLNG

Odua Investment to Transform Iconic Awolowo House to Technology Mall

DICON Signs $2bn Deal to Boost Local Production of Military Munitions

At NISO Retreat, BPE Says Nigeria Can Raise Power Supply by 50% in 18 Months

Ex-Minister Wants Investment in R&D, COREN Seeks Synergy to Curb Poor Infrastructure

Ekiti Eyes 120mw by 2030, Signs MoU with REA

Akpoti-Uduaghan to NASS Clerk: Your Interpretation of Courts Judgment Wrong

Court Clears Ex-Gov Fayose of Alleged N6.9bn Fraud Charges

Relocate to High Ground Now, Kogi Warns Flood Plain Residents

Igbo Assembly Backs Ohaneze, Urges Peace, Security, Homeland Investment

ECOWAS Standby Force: Regional Body Deliberates on Security Training Policy

NSCDC Trains 250 Personnel in Sign Language to Boost Intelligence Gathering, Security of Nations Capital

PTDF Begins Screening for Overseas Scholarship Scheme in Enugu

Zamfara Assembly Crisis: Lawyers Want Order Compelling Tinubu to Declare State of Emergency

Professional Misconduct: 151 Senior Police Operatives Face Force Disciplinary Committee

2025 Osun Osogbo Festival: Our Vision Is to Increase Sponsorship, Showcase Festivals Vibrant Spirit, Says Monarch

Redeemers University Tops as Best Nigerian Varsity in Public Health, Water Management SDGs 6

Obasanjo: Nigerias Constitution Isnt the Problem, But Getting the Right Operators

Of Katsina Gov Raddas Unshaken Loyalty to Buhari

Governors Daughter, Prada Uzodimma, Celebrates 15 New Lawyers at Call to Bar Ceremony

MultiChoice Increases BBNaija Grand Prize to N150m

HowTech Cloud Specialist, Chinedum Ucheoma was Honoured At 100 Most Notable Peace Icons 2025

NAF Reaffirms Commitment to Veterans Welfare at Lagos Mid-Year Parley

POLICE WITHDRAWAL FROM CPS:ARETURN TO THE PAST, RISK OF FINANCIAL MISMANAGEMENT

Stock Market Gains N1.44trn to Cross N81trn Market Capitalisation

Sule: Nasarawa is Nigerias Investment Destination Choice

Konga Leads Starlink Market with Promo, Free Delivery

London-Lagos Collaboration Will Promote Cross-border Payments Despite Countrys Specific Regulations

Cyberspace Celebrates 30yrs of Innovation in Nigerias ICT Industry

*DAILY TRUST*

FG renames University of Maiduguri after Buhari

Tinubu presides over FEC in honour of Buhari

Peter Obi asked for my support Buharis ex-aide, Ahmad

Throw 2027 presidential ticket open, S/South leaders urge ADC

Ive fulfilled 85% of my campaign promises Gov Yusuf

How to Get Started with a Free VPS for Your Business

2027: Era of vote-buying must end Showunmi

How Immigration, NSCDC officials Plotted Brothers Kidnap

Technical glitch affects recruitment into Customs, NSCDC, Prisons, Others

Police: How Landlord connived with Kidnappers who raped, Murdered Ondo Varsity Student

Why some Senators missed Buharis burial Ned Nwoko

560 candidates in N/West compete for PTDF overseas scholarship

Peace initiative launched in Kaduna, Katsina

Kaduna Is Committed To Youth Empowerment Dep Gov

NIMASA shuts down ShellPlux, TMDK facilities in Lagos

How CloudKitchens Is Reshaping the Future of Restaurants Through Technology, Real Estate, and Delivery Innovation

UniAbuja didnt grab land, Acting VC replies Wike

Paul Ibe: Atikus resignation letter was leaked

Attackers Are Not Spirits, Gov Mutfwang Charges Military

Crowns in Exile: The Imposition of Yoruba Chiefs in Northern Nigeria

NIGERIA DAILY: Dead on Arrival: Medical Negligence and the Lives It Devours in Nigeria

Katsina, NADF, others seal deal on 50-hectare all-season demonstration farm

9 family branches reject installation of Onikoyi in Lagos

We must end era of unknown gunmen Mutfwang

Alleged N6.9bn fraud: EFCC to appeal Fayoses acquittal

147 died in Gombe, Edo road crashes in 6 months FRSC

Alleged homosexuality: 11 arrested over killing of 2 students in Kano school

Kwara varsity students escape as bus catches fire

BUHARIS DEATH: Radda, ministers, opposition leaders join VP for prayers in Daura

Immigration opens digital platform for expatriates application for residence permit

UK- backed PLANE applauds FGs new policy on non-state schools

Insecurity: NAF to acquire 49 new aircraft

Chinas Xi condoles Nigeria on passing of Buhari, says China loses dear friend

Security: ECOWAS finalises training blueprint for 5,000-troop regional force

Cameroons Biya, 92, reshuffles military top brass ahead of election

Bournemouth sign Chelsea keeper Petrovic for 25m

Over 14m children unvaccinated globally UN report

Abducted Niger women return with pregnancies, babies

1999 Constitution: Anyaoku, Obasanjo differ

Makinde, Keyamo, others react as Atiku quits PDP again

Nigerians urged to join movement for political liberation

Special FEC to honour Buhari holds today

Buharis death in London: A mirror to Nigerias broken healthcare system

INEC trains political parties on candidate nomination portal

British tennis player Moore given four-year doping ban

Nigeria, Zambia set for fiery WAFCON quarter-final

Abuja buzzing as maiden Hamidu Ali Ibrahim table tennis tourney serves off

We need NAF to bolster economy, secure creeks C/River govt

Insecurity: TikTok removes over 3.6m videos in Nigeria

NAHCON urged to probe failures in security, medical screening during Hajj

NSCDC trains 250 personnel in sign language for intelligence gathering

151 police officers before disciplinary panel over ethical violation, others

Foundation supports critically ill patients with N7m donation in Kano, Katsina

Security: We need support to curb Norths insecurity CJTF

Bwari council workers to resume work today after 3 months strike

FCT court docks man over criminal breach of trust, cheating

Buharis administration impacted positively on FCT education sector, says ex-SEB boss

Bandits kill police officer, vigilante member near Abuja

Hoodlums kill corps member in Gwagwalada

*NEW TELEGRAPH*

Shettima: Buhari Pursued Justice With Sincerity

SCourt Strikes Out AMCONs Appeal Against Suru Worldwide Ventures

Tinubu Renames UNIMAID After Buhari

Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road: Court Advises Parties To Maintain Status Quo

Tinubu Pays Tribute To Buhari, Hails His Unwavering Conviction

Lagos Govt Awards N10m To LASUs Best Graduating Student

RMAFC Settles Dispute Between Anambra Communities, SEEPCO

Police Arrest Suspected Kidnappers, Others In Osun

Sokoto: NDLEA, Senate Clerks Cttee Launch Drug Awareness In Schools

NMA Slams Femi Adesina Over Comment On Nigerian Hospitals

KWSG Reiterates Commitment To Devt Of Adolescent Girls

Zamfara Gov Charges Newly Appointed Judges On Quick Dispensation Of Justice

Alaafin Owoade: The Lord Of The Palace At 50

Olowo Of Owo To Monarchs: Accept Tradition Or Step Aside

Edo Community Urges Okpebholo To Silence Critics

40 VVF, GBV Survivors Empowered With Livelihood Skills In Sokoto

Benue Seeks Stakeholders Input To Validate IDPs Policy Document

DBI Seeks Policy To Grant Digital Education To 27m PWDs

Make Peaceful Coexistence Your Watchword, Ladoja Urges Ibadan Baales

PalmPay Named Among CNBC, Statistas World Top 300 Fintech Companies For 2025

NELFUND Developing Job Portal To Support Graduate Employment

Secondary School Teachers Mourn Buharis Demise

Anambra Guber: INEC Registers 96,085 New Voters In Nine Days

*Israel Regrets Gaza Church Strike, Denies Targeting Religious Sites*

NUP Disowns Planned Protest Over N32,000 Pension Raise

Conflict Resolution: Womens Participation Critical For Peacebuilding Lagos Govt

Navy Hands Over 1,575 kg Of Seized Cannabis To NDLEA

Adeboye Rallies Team Nigeria Ahead Of 2025 African Armwrestling Championship

Sen Karimi Foundation Launches Bursary Scheme For Kogi Students

Suspected Drug Addict Hacks Three Children To Death In Osun

Otu Appoints Bassey As Substantive Vice Chancellor Of UNICROSS

Troops Reject N13.7m Bribe, Arrest Terrorists In Plateau Defence Headquarters

Wikes Aide Ridicules Atiku Over PDP Exit

*Islamic Group Donates Borehole To Niger CAN Secretariat*

Im Glad I Served Under Buhari, Says Ex-Army Chief Buratai

London, Lagos Unite As Global Powerhouses In Fintech, Creative Sector

Lagos LG Poll: Coalition Commends LASIEC For Credible Election

Old Students Of St Augustines Celebrate 40th Graduation Anniversary

Kwara: Over 15 Suspected Bandits Arrested In Fresh Security Raids

Troops Kill Two Bandits In Plateau

Nigerias Demographic Dividend Under Threat NPC

Ministry Of Art, Culture, Tourism, Creative Economy Refutes Misleading Article

Rep Member, Okwara Osonwa Clarifies Bucket Empowerment

Were Enjoying Regular Payment Under Otti ABSU Mgt

Former DG Of Asue Ighodalo Campaign Organization Dumps PDP

CBAAC Pays Tribute To Late Awujale Of Ijebuland, Oba Adetona

Oba Of Benin Installs Village Heads In Ovia NEast

Tax Administration Still Grappling With Challenges Adedeji

Yahaya Bellos Passport Is With FHC, Not Us FCT High Court

By-Election: ADC In Secret Talks With Two APGA Aspirants

Bayelsa Govt Warns Against Sabotage Of Quick Payment Policy

NAF Dismisses Fake Recruitment Advert

NIMASA Shuts ShellPlux, TMDK Terminals Over ISPS Code Violations

From Student To Guinness World Record Holder: Joshua Olusanyas MUSON Journey

Why I Opposed Atikus 2023 Candidacy Former Benue Gov Ortom

Tinubus Second-Term Bid, Misplaced Priority Bucknor-Akerele

UK Award Davidos Album Timeless Silver Certification

Sokoto Police Arrest Notorious Bandit, Recover AK-47 Rifle

Nigeria Union Japan Elects Egbogota As New President

*THE SUN*

Benue govt reviews national policy on IDPs ahead of domestication

Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after Buhari

NCCs new licensing model boosts telecom innovation

Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after Buhari

Troops arrest NURTW members smuggling arms for terrorists in Borno

Nigeria is a sovereign nation, not bound by foreign dictates DHQ

FG, Nasarawa partner to end open defecation by 2030

Tinubu hails Buharis humility: He returned to Daura, content to let others lead

NASS mass defection: Vacate your seat now, Etanabene tasks colleagues

Anambra: APC chieftain tackles Soludo over insecurity, development

NUP disowns planned protest over N32,000 pension increment

FG cracks down on MDA tax evasion to boost N1trn economy

Troops reject N13.7m bribe from terrorists in Plateau

Niger Delta stakeholders demand expansion of PINLs surveillance job

UNIMED, Ondo loses Registrar Ezekiel Imoleayo Adeniran

Kanu: Nigeria on global spotlight IPOB

Court orders CCECC to pay N20m to deceased staffs family

Kanu: Nigeria is on the global spotlight IPOB

ABSU denies owing lecturers 12 months salary

NITDA, Gombe host North-East leg of GITEX Nigeria Roadshow 2025

Plateau: Soldiers avert attack on Nteng, neutralise bandits, recover arms

Ex-Nasarawa governor Al-Makura to chair NUJ FCT Press Week

NDPC asks court to dismiss suit by Meta Platforms challenging $32.8m fine

Eno commissions 10.4km Idoro-Ukpom Abak road project in Akwa Ibom

Buhari: Chinese President Xi Jinping writes Tinubu

Half year:PTMLCustoms rakes in over N204.725bn revenue through BOdogwu

Sanwo-Olu vows to prosecute attackers of LASTMA officers

Enugu: Mbah nominates 6 new commissioners, appoints Head of Service

Enugu trade commissioner Adaora Chukwu resigns amid speculations

Otedola buys out Otudeko, increases stake in First HoldCo to 36.7%

*Dont come back after others have rebuilt PDP Wikes aide tells Atiku*

DICON signs a $2 billion partnership with Nigerian company to boost local production

Nigeria loses 1.2 billion US dollars to medical tourism yearly Experts

Eno signs MoU with UNDP for implementation of ARISE agenda in Akwa Ibom

Mutfwang condemns Riyom attacks, vows justice

Dele Momodu resigns from PDP, cites hijack by antidemocratic forces

Napoli, Galatasaray reach agreement on Osimhens transfer

Former Super Eagles coach Monday Sinclair dies at 88

FG gets fresh $500m World Bank loan to finance electricity

State House perm sec honours Buharis legacy of nation building

INEC warns political parties of dangers in submitting candidates wrong particulars

Atikus resignation: Anyanwus reinstatement PDPs preventable death Group

Osun 2026: Babayemi laments neglect of rural areas, promises good attention if elected

Why many SMEs collapsed Enang, ex NIMN boss

UBAs LEO becomes Africas first chatbot for cross-border transfers

Otti tasks Ohanaeze on moral values among Igbo

FG vows to end fish importation, boost local production

Why Nwoko is championing Anioma State creation

Landlord cries out over alleged attempt to hijack property in Abuja, accuses Police of complicity

ABUAD students build 5KVA hybrid solar PV system

2027: supporting Tinubull sustain peace, stability, devt in NDelta Otuaro

NLC, TUC, NUJ, others tackle VON DG over alleged victimisation of staff

Inter agrees personal terms with Lookman

AfDB, partners launch N263.8bn urban project in Abia

Lagos: Onikoyi family rejects imposition of Oba

PDP: Atikus resignation, politics of 2027

Guinness announced Big Brother Naija Season 10 gold sponsor

Why ADC cant stop Tinubu Group

Fenerbahce makes first move for Ndidi

*BLUE PRINT*

Niger Delta: Activists urge FG to keep tab on amnesty activities

Edo guber campaign DG dumps PDP

Maintain peaceful co-existence,Ladoja urges Ibadan baales

Matawalle was never defeated, he was denied APC group tackles Lawal

Benue, CSOs, donors rally support for IDPs

KACRAN condemns Plateau killings, calls for peace, justice

North-east boards lament NEDCs failure to disburse scholarships to students

ASUSS urges implementation of teachers retirement age law

Ondo: Police arrest landlord, 2 others over kidnap, murder of 2 AAUA students

Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after late Muhammadu Buhari

Lawal empowers 8, 225 Zamfara secondary school girls

NUP dissociates self from planned protest over N32, 000pension increment

Algeria to host 2027 U-18/U-20 Championship CAA

I saw myself more like a Jamaica Burna Boy

 Tinubu anchors special FEC meeting to honour Buhari

Coach educators training kicks off in Abuja

Anambra governorship election: INEC extends continuous voter registration

Nasarawa: Tiv communities raise alarm over security threats

Honouring legacy: A salute to President Tinubu and Governor Radda

2024 WAFCON: Nigerias Super Falcons ready for Zambia Madugu

Yahaya Bello marries 4th wife amid legal battle

NOA sensitises Gwagalada community on floods safety

No new terror group in Nigeria DHQ

Customs appoint new womens captains, coordinators ahead 2025 CGC Volleyball League

Sinclair: NFF mourns ex-Super Eagles coach

Nigeria has lost an integrity icon in Buhari Gen. Onoja

NAF warns public against fake recruitment

DTigress set to begin Afrobasket 2025 preparations in Abuja

France ends 65-year military presence in Senegal

DWI slams Atiku, El-Rufai over political opportunism at Buharis funeral

2025 CAA U18/20: Burkina Faso, South Africa win first gold medals

Cisse: Libya team coach move to resign over unpaid wages

NGO urges religious leaders to preach against sexual, gender-based violence

2027: PAACA begins sensitisation of stakeholders on electoral reforms

Police uncover N500m visa scam, arrest 4 suspects in Lagos

Perm sec, ASCSN, others task civil servants on health conscious lifestyle

U.S. govt exchange alumni trains 40 Yobe youths on advocacy, accountability

Stop threatening Coalition, South-South Emerging Leaders warns Peter Obi

Women mining group commissions borehole in Abuja community to alleviate water scarcity

BOSYA, lawmaker facilitate safe return of stranded Borno youths from Mali

FG suspends paramilitary recruitment

Atikus exit from PDP driven by greed, personal ambition Bode George

Nigerias new constitution must reflect our pluralism Anyaoku

Buhari committed N100bn for revival of textile industry Union

Akwa Ibom:Eno seeks synergy with NDDC, sub- nationals on sustainable development

Why Emir Sanusi was absent at Buharis burial Associate

6 kidnap suspects killed in shootout with police

Sanwo-Olu hails LASU for outstanding performance at Nigerian law school

Obidient movement coordinator denies rift between Obi, Usman

Plateau lawmakers urge regular meat inspection to protect public health

INEC trains parties on candidate nomination

Pray for Buhari, Maikobi-led RTEAN tells members

Embrace ADC,Abdullahi tells Nigerians

Expert urges bold action on Nigerias adolescent nutrition crisis

LASTMA adopts resolutions for enhanced road safety, efficiency

70 Jigawa stakeholders trainedto strengthen health sector Organisers

Financial discipline: Kogi set to conduct bi-annual audit on LGAs

NISO targets 8, 500mw power generation, seeks private sector investment

Man bags1-yr-jail for stealing purse in Osun

*GUARDIAN*

Kano Pillars sign MoU with Radio France, unveils new kits

Electricity bill may weaken state control, raise consumer costs Commissioners

PWAN: SCID accuses Iguma of cybercrime, falsehood

Why traditional institutions must be integrated into devt systems Makinde

Makindes policies have improved education in Oyo SUBEB chairman

Nigerians in Vietnam reportedly clash with authorities over deportation fears

Ogoniland: Group threatens legal action to recover $300m compensation

CRiver Assembly to make Efik, other languages mandatory in schools

Ex-Senate president regains disputed Abuja land after 24 years of legal battle

Mob lynches suspected drug addict for killing three siblings in Osun

Youth population risks becoming burden without urgent investment, NPC warns

Nabbed terror suspects tried to bribe soldiers with 13.7m DHQ

Edo launches bidding for livestock market, slaughter slab projects

Osun police arrest notorious gangs for murder, robberies, kidnapping

Ohanaeze youths slam failure of CVR exercise in Anambra

Ekiti govt seeks monarchs support for measles-rubella vaccination

NGX market cap hits 126.73tr in H1 2025, up 16%

Kogi trains 2,500 livestock farmers on climate smart agriculture

Old Nollywood classics that still beat modern blockbusters

NELFUND disburses 73.2b in student loans Owede Agbajileke, Abuja

Joint security forces arrest wanted ring leader, kill others in Kwara

Court declines Yahaya Bellos passport request

JuFuKous: A new sound rises from Nigeria

Police, Edo govt partner to tackle cultism, kidnapping

NMA rejects review of allowances for medical, dental officers

Abia varsity management, lecturers clash over alleged 12-month salary arrears

TikTok hit by fresh complaint over data access

Ebonyi varsity sets admission cut-off mark at 150

French army leaves Senegal, ends military presence in West Africa

UK to lower voting age to 16 in general elections

NLC slams Nigerias labour rights ranking, urges employer action

Tinubus second-term ambition misplaced priority Bucknor-Akerele

No new terrorist group in Nigeria FG

Group accuses detractors of plotting rift between Tinubu, Shettima

Buharis legacy should inspire a just, united Nigeria Coalition

Full List: Court orders final forfeiture of 30+ unclaimed properties linked to fraud

Stakeholders call for strategic communication, ethics to build public trust

Youth group presses Tinubu, Akpabio to draft Musa as APC chairman

Atiku is obsessed with becoming president, says Wikes aide

17 in custody as Amotekun intensifies security efforts in Ondo

Police arrest landlord, others over murder of two students

Barack, Michelle Obama address divorce rumours

Kaduna govt opens recruitment for new vocational training institute

Again, FG postpones recruitment into paramilitary agencies over portal issues

Paul Ibe blames PDP, APC for leaking Atikus resignation letter

Dele Momodu dumps PDP for ADC

Troops repel terrorist attack on Koulfoua Island, kill top commander, others

Tinubu convenes special FEC session to honour Buhari today

Buhari will be remembered for legacy in fight against corruption UK envoy

UNN gets the highest budget, LASU tops UTME choices

FRSC recovers stolen vehicle in Anambra

Buhari farewell:Obi, Atiku defend absence as Lukman flags shift in endorsements

Party leaders unfazed as Atiku dumps PDP the third time

FG moves to end fish importation, pushes for local production

CPPE advocates trade policy instruments to further ease inflation

Firm awards N48m to hygiene, reproductive health startups

FG strengthens chemical safety guidelines to protect public health

FIFA Club World Cup: Nigerias hopes of participation hang by a thread

Anambra guber poll: A litmus test for incumbents, coalitions

*THE AUTHORITY*

NELFUND reaches 396,252 students with N73.2bn in interest-free loans

NCC reviews new licensing framework

Anambra Guber: INEC Registers 96,085 New Voters in Nine Days

Troops neutralise several terrorists, foil oil theft worth over N290m

World PR Day 2025: Social media edges out others in list of most influential brand channels in Africa, says report

NUJ FCT 2025 Press Week Kicks Off In Style

Corruption: Why stronger ties with state attorneys general is inevitable ICPC boss, Aliyu

DWI slams Atiku, El-Rufai for hijacking Buharis funeral for political gain

PAACA sensitises stakeholders on electoral innovations, reforms ahead of 2027 polls

2027: ADC Coalition No Threat to APC Prof. Muhammad Kailani

A Mother to All: Transformative Footprints of Sefinat Usman Ododo

Corruption: Why stringer ties with state attorneys general is inevitable ICPC boss, Aliyu

Stop threatening Coalition, South-South Emerging Leaders warns Peter Obi

New legion chairman, Grace Henry, rallies Military Pensions Board in push for veterans welfare

Zamfara Assembly Crisis: Lawyers Drags Tinubu, AGF, Others To Court, Seek State Of Emergency Declaration

Again, Bonny APC begs Fubara to run for Rivers LG polls

APC group moves to unseat LP Rep from Ohafia/Arochukwu Federal Constituency

PTML Customs records 34.1% revenue increase on BOdogwu push

BRGIE opens talks with U.S Govt over deal, makes offer public

*LEADERSHIP*

Alaafin To Establish Centre To Empower Youths With Digital Skills

Samsung, Glo Reward Preorders With ₦1.2m Freebies, Data Bonuses

Customs Seizes 420Kg Of pangolin Scales In Kano

Police Neutralise Kidnapper, Arrest Sisters, 3 Others In Enugu

Buhari’s Burial Fast-tracked In 24 Hours — VP Shettima

*Tinubu Renames University Of Maiduguri After Late Buhari*

ADC Queries Federal Govt’s Plan To ‘Quietly Sell Refineries’ Without Full Audit

Buhari Unmoved By Power, Unseduced By Applause — Tinubu

*Tinubu Leads Special FEC Session In Honour Of Late Ex-President Buhari*

Buhari Pursued Justice With Sincerity But Always Misunderstood — Shettima

INEC Extends CVR In Anambra, Receives 5 New Applications For Party Registration

Stop Crowning Anyone With ‘Foreign Religion’ As Oba, OPC Warns Yoruba Kingmakers

Federal Gov’t Closes Section Of Keffi Flyover For Integrity Test

Tinubu Gov’t Committed To Protecting Local Manufacturing Firms — SON

Driver Arrested For Crushing Flowers In Kano

Gov Mbah Seeks Enugu Assembly’s Confirmation Of 6 Nominees As Commissioners

PICTORIAL: Gov Lawal Charges New Zamfara Judges On Quick Dispensation Of Justice

Police Arrest 11 Suspects Over Killing Of 2 Students In Kano Boarding School

Police Probe Alleged Killing Of Man By Customs Officers In Adamawa

72% Of Brands Rely On Digital Channels To Shape Perception — Report

*DAILY TIMES*

Gbesoye Inspires a Generation with Doing & Being

Again: Killings claims 27 lives in Plateau fresh attack

Buharis Exit: Politicians Must Be Humble, Fulfill Election Promises Lukman

Lawyer seeks court order compelling Uzodinma to appoint senior judge as CJ

NUJ FCT, China Cultural Centre set to host 7th Table Tennis Tournament

West Africa Summit delibrates on child reforms

Why Your Business Needs a Memorable Logo (And How to Make One)

Putin Repeated Hitler, Turns A million Russian soldiers Into meat grinder

*PREMIUM TIMES*

Pretty Little Baby singer Connie Francis dies at 87

Electricity: FOCPEN raises concerns over proposed bill, urges collaboration

Security forces kill criminal suspects, arrest others in Kwara

South-south contributed N34trn to Nigerias economy in 2024 CIBN

Alleged Land Scam: Weve no hand in Scott Igumas arrest or detention PWAN

He was kind, funny, and patriotic Buharis daughter counters harsh public image

Anambra govt counters Peter Obi on brewerys tax ranking claim

Nigerian author Andrew Esangbedo unveils new book, First Time FIFA World Cup Episodes

How we eliminated corruption in Enugu Gov Mbah

Court rejects Yahaya Bellos foreign trip request, gives reason

Kogi overhauls property tax system to remove multiple taxation burden

Why I dont prioritise building flyover bridges Jigawa governor

*Troops apprehend NURTW members for transporting arms to terrorists DHQ*

Russia, Ukraine exchange bodies of fallen soldiers

UBAs LEO becomes Africas first chatbot to enable cross-border payments

Surveillance, safety, and the silencing of truth,By Angela Quintal

Germanys fertility rate drops again in 2024

Nigerian military rejects Turkeys claim of presence of terror group

PICNG restores missing list of conversion centres after PREMIUM TIMES report

Over 91 Million Africans living with chronic viral hepatitis WHO

Ex-governors daughter resigns as Mbah appoints six new Enugu commissioners

Google Maps updates renamed Lagos streets amid controversy

Four Nigerians, 27 others selected for Open Society fellowship

Where will Victor Osimhen go this summer

Surrogacy: How I bonded with the woman who carried my child Ini Edo

Making It Big: Femi Otedola reveals title, release date of upcoming memoir

How Buhari treated me during his presidency Personal photographer

NFF mourns the demise of football Professor, Monday Sinclair

US senators move to exempt global HIV/AIDS funding from Trump spending cuts

WAFCON 2024: Golden Boot race intensifies as tournament enters knockout stage

EFCCs spokesperson, NIPR president named among 50 top PR professionals in Nigeria

Court orders final forfeiture of hospital, N333m, petrol stations, other landed assets

Controversy trails death of Kogi man accused of being a criminal

Ondo youth march, seek end to cultism, killings

Amotekun rescues kidnap victims, arrests suspects

Atikus exit will not make any dent on PDP- Makinde

NMA-FCT rejects pay circular, demands retirement age implementation

Sanwo-Olu congratulates LASU alumna for exceptional feat at Nigerian Law School

FG, Cherie Blair Foundation launch partnership to support women entrepreneurs

*Dele Momodu quits PDP, joins ADC*

Otudeko, Odukale exit First HoldCo, sell off stakes

FCTA set to build new hospitals, boost health workforce Official

Former Super Eagles Coach Monday Sinclair dies at 88

CAA Championships: Ikweki wins first medal for Nigeria

How landlord allegedly masterminded kidnap, murder of two Ondo varsity undergraduates Police

Akpoti-Uduaghan shifts resumption at Senate, insists court ordered her reinstatement

Bridging the gaps in policies ands implementation: Nigerias new tax laws, By Bolutife Oluwadele

Lagos State has a housing problem heres how to fix it, By Mide Alabi

On Farooq Kperogi and the remuneration of professors in Japan, By Tope Fasua

Obasanjo seeks right operators of Nigerias constitution as The Patriots canvasses new document

Jigawa partners Qatar charity to empower citizens with livelihood tools

TRIBUTE. How Buhari put his life on line for my governorship ambition Amosu

Alleged N5.2bn Fraud: Ex-JAMB registrar reopens settlement talks with ICPC after losing no-case submission

Otti revives Aba Urban Water Scheme to enhance access to potable water

Group urges Nigerian governor to join APC

Alleged Rape: Two weeks after, Speed Darlington still at large as NAPTIP keeps mum

Nigerias local content reforms trigger mining boom

Girl-child education: Gov Lawal empowers 8,225 Zamfara secondary school girls

Police arrest suspected thief, cultists in Akwa Ibom

Buhari died as loyal APC member, Tinubu supporter Ex-Reps member

Shettima, Atiku, Obi, Mamman Daura, Radda, others grace Buharis Fidau prayer

Nigerias oil production slightly exceeds OPEC quota

Local council chairperson demands N1 billion in damages from blogger

After PREMIUM TIMES report, list of over 300 CNG conversion centres disappears from PICNG website

*How President Tinubu, opposition coalition leaders snub each other at Buharis burial ceremony*

Lawyer seeks courts intervention as Imo governor defies NJC over acting chief judge appointment

Three rescued, 10 reportedly missing in Akwa Ibom-Abia boundary clash Police

Again, Nigerias inflation rate eases in June NBS

Electricity: NISO targets 8,500MW generation, seeks private sector investment

Count the West out of democracy and development in Africa, By Ahmed Aminu-Ramatu Yusuf

Buhari never interfered in state politics as president APC Chieftain

BBNaija: Organisers announce start date, N150 million prize, fresh twists

Key developments in womens rights and equality in Nigeria (June 2025 Edition)

Business in Nigeria (June Edition): New tax law sparks ray of hope for growth

Atiku dumps PDP, gives reasons for exit

Swarovski Nigeria launches exclusive Summer Sale: Up to 40% off all crystal jewellery, other accessories

OPL 245: Adoke and theMalabu saga,ByReuben Abati

*SPORT*

2026 NPFL: Rangers fortify squad with Abakalikis teenage star, Daniel - Guardian

AC Milan confirm Modric arrival - Vanguard

Adedokun Oyewole emerges as OCYF President - Vanguard

Ahead NPFL26; Rangers Sign Teenager, Eni Egon Daniel From FC Abakaliki - Thisday

Atletico Madrid agree deal for Argentina international Almada - Guardian

Atletico sign Betis Cardoso to continue rebuild - Guardian

Balmoral, Ajagba hold boxing masterclass in Lagos - Punch

Bassey credits Silva for career turnaround - Punch

Bet9ja Kicks Off Inaugural Football Carnival with Sports, Music, Social Impact - Thisday

Bournemouth sign Chelsea keeper Petrovic for 25m - Daily Trust

CAA championships: Burkina Faso, South Africa grab first gold medal - Vanguard

CAA U18/U20: Praise Ikweki wins Nigerias first medal in high jump - Blueprint

Chelsea keeper Petrovic joins Bournemouth - Guardian

Chelsea keeper Petrovic joins Bournemouth - Vanguard

Chelsea lifted duplicate Club World Cup trophy after Trump kept real one - Vanguard

Crystal Palace says will appeal over Europa League demotion - Vanguard

Crystal Palace to appeal Europa League demotion - Guardian

Davnotch Open Championship: Organisers increase price money for winners - The Sun

Decathlon world record holder Kevin Mayer sits out 2025 season - Vanguard

Dubois backs Itauma in Whyte clash - Punch

England midfielder Henderson joins Brentford - Vanguard

Ex-Banyana skipper dismisses Falcons title chance - Punch

FAAN inter regional football tourney kickstarts in Abuja - Daily Trust

Fenerbahce makes first move for Ndidi - The Sun

FIFA Club World Cup: Nigerias hopes of participation hang by a thread - Guardian

Former Super Eagles coach Monday Sinclair dies at 88 - The Sun

How Technology Makes Nigerian Sports Betting Better - Thisday

iGaming WriteNow Targets Content Gap in Africas Gaming Market - Thisday

Ikweki opens Nigerias medal account at African Junior Champs - Punch

Im getting better Ikhana assures Nigerians - The Sun

Inter agrees personal terms with Lookman - The Sun

Inter Milan Agree Terms with Lookman, Set to Submit 40m Bid to Atalanta - Thisday

ITTF Regionals: Nigeria win womens title, storm into mens final - Punch

Juve line up Onyedika to replace Luiz - Punch

Kadiri Ikhana is healing Odegbami - The Sun

Lamine Yamal faces probe into dwarf entertainers at 18th birthday - Vanguard

Lamine Yamal takes iconic Barcelona number 10 shirt - Vanguard

Lawal tells Sadiq to prioritise game-time ahead of transfer - Punch

Liverpool eye blockbuster bid for Newcastles Isak - Vanguard

Liverpool make move to sign Isak in record deal as Nunez exit looms - Vanguard

Lookman agrees Inter move - Punch

Man City sign kit deal with Puma worth 1bn - Vanguard

Messis multi-goal streak ends as Cincinnati beats Miami 3-0 - Vanguard

*Methodist High School, Owo secures historic spot in Olowos Cup final - The Sun*

Milan eye Arokodare as Boniface alternative - Punch

Napoli insist on 75m for Osimhen despite release clause expiry - Punch

Napoli, Galatasaray reach agreement on Osimhens transfer - The Sun

Ndidi on Fenerbahce radar - Punch

Nigeria crash out of FIBA U19 World Cup - Vanguard

Nigeria impress at West Africa table tennis tourney - Punch

NNL slams N3.7m on Wikki Tourists for unruly conduct in Supear 8 final - The Sun

No regrets picking Nigeria over USA Payne - Punch

NTTF to Use NCentral Zonal Championship to Bridge Gap with South - Thisday

Olatunde eyes national glory after new PB in Abeokuta - Punch

Onwuatogwus scouting project fights cultism, ignites dreams in Illah - Daily Trust

Osimhen deal hits snag as Galatasaray reject Napolis fresh demands - Vanguard

Overview of Anti-Money Laundering Policy in Nigeria - Thisday

Real Madrid confirm Vazquez departure - Guardian

Real Madrid sign Benficas Carreras to continue summer rebuild - Vanguard