NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR TUESDAY 1ST JULY 2025



*PUNCH*

Bauchi allocates N200m relief for storm victims

Mayflower alumni seek Ogun support for school upgrade

Emulate Tafawa Balewa, leaders told

Gombe SDP suspends four for misconduct

Kano police arraign man who climbed billboard

Police arrest four-man tricycle robbery syndicate in Kano, recover six

Ganduje’s ex-aide defects to NNPP, alleges marginalisation

Okuama: Court orders military to produce detained leader

Buni hails late ex-gov over creation of Yobe Emirate

Strike: FCT workers protest, indigenes head to court

Court refuses CBEX promoters bail in $1bn fraud case

Emergency rule: Tinubu may restore Fubara, Rivers lawmakers in July

NAPTIP adds Speed Darlington to watchlist, mulls N50m bounty

Falana applauds Lagos Law ending LG tenure manipulation

Voter apathy is real

Lawmaker asks INEC to deregister dormant parties

Health crisis looms as resident doctors plan strike

Anioma people laud FG as state creation gains momentum

Gani Adams urges free education, infrastructure revival

APC NEC convenes July 24 to decide Ganduje’s successor

Reps query Rivers N1.48tn budget, demand CCTV, gunboat details

FG intervenes in UNIUYO, UNICAL crisis over VC selection

*Lagos enforces ban on single-use plastics today*

Report suspicious activities, police tell Lagos school proprietors

Sanwo-Olu rallies alumni for education development

Polio: NICEF targets vaccination for one million Taraba children

Sokoto, Kebbi newspaper distributors hail PUNCH, demand increase in supply

*Wike making Renewed Hope visible in FCT — Tinubu*

Equipping nurses with obstetric skills will reduce maternal deaths – Doctors

Gov Aliyu surpassed expectations – Commissioner

US approves sale of $510m bomb guidance kits to Israel 

Ganduje, Barau, others depart for Madina to attend Dantata’s burial


*VANGUARD*

Our ancestors traced to Nigeria – Saint Lucian Senate President

Uzodimma to showcase Imo’s economic innovations at UN roundtable in Spain

Rockets fired at Iraq airport, two wounded

NPAN congratulates Eze Anaba on re-election as NGE President

Tinubu woos East Caribbean states to invest in Nigeria

US approves $510m sale of bomb guidance kits to Israel

Air India investigators probe ‘sabotage’ in crash that killed 260

Over 25m naturalised Americans at risk U.S. to begin revoking citizenship

Kidnapping: Angry youths set ablaze Emir’s palace, NDLEA office in Kwara

CAN urges tougher laws, stronger action against gender-based violence

Dantata’s burial delayed over late arrival of body in Madinah

SSANU issues threat to FG over breach of agreements, demands harmonisation of salaries

Police launch School Protection Squad to combat terrorism , banditry in schools

ALGON calls for implementation of local govt autonomy

Security operatives arrest Fulani cattle rustlers in Abia, foil potential communal crisis

MAY 2025: IATA reports mixed results for African airlines

NEC affirms Sam Anyanwu as PDP National Secretary

Akpabio calls for increased investment in human capital development

Slave Trade: Most Saint Lucian residents came from Nigeria, Alvina Reynolds

2027 Elections: Rep. Oke urges INEC to deregister dormant political parties

Stop demarketing our party, Damagum cautions PDP members

EFCC denies disobeying court order over Abuja property linked to Diezani

Dantata’s departure was a heartbreaking, monumental loss to North, Nigeria – Northern elders


*THE NATION*

Akpabio seeks increased investment in human capital development

Rivers women hail Tinubu's role in resolving political crisis

Umar unveils 38 ‘unsung June 12 heroes’ in military

Mob strips Pastor, married lover in Edo

Tinubu proposes formal Nigeria-OECS pact to deepen bilateral ties

SSANU to FG: release two-month withheld salaries of our members

NAICOM gives reasons for insurance industry reforms

Access to funds biggest challenges in creative world - BrodaShaggi

E-visa system processes over 14,000 applications in six weeks, says minister

Akpabio not plotting to replace Eno in 2027 — APC group

CAN to churches: raise awareness against gender-based violence

Rep Oke urges INEC to sanitize political space, calls for deregistration of dormant parties

Four things to know about St Lucia as Tinubu visits Caribbean nation

Obaship Tussle: Crisis looms in Ondo community over selection of new monarch

NSITF to disburse N172m compensation to seven employees under ECS

2027: No discussion on joint ticket with Atiku, says Obi

Wike has made Renewed Hope Agenda meaningful to rural communities - Tinubu

Protest rocks FCT over unpaid allowances, teachers’ strike 

Lagos council chairmen will perform, says Sanwo-Olu

Tears, tributes as Alia mourns late cousin at memorial mass in Benue

REA: Zamfara to convene roundtable on energy access

AU: NDLEA's input crucial to new African drug control, crime prevention plan

Oyetola inaugurates NPA governing board, calls for a reform-driven body

Police mobilise stakeholders to protect pupils, schools in Lagos

Police bust syndicate responsible for 2015 abduction of pharmacist

BREAKING: APC NEC meeting holds on July 24

NCAA grounds Rano Air aircraft over engine failure

Group hails Tinubu for restoring peace in Rivers state

Nigeria, Saint Lucia to explore new frontiers of cooperation, mutual engagement

Police deny sealing PDP Secretariat 

Students reject renaming of Ibadan Poly, appeal to Oyo Assembly

NEMA distributes food items to victims of fire disasters in Taraba

NCDMB to verify available capacity of Nigerian service providers

Sultan, Ihejirika to grace NDA’s Course 18 golden anniversary


*THISDAY*

CDS Proffers Solutions to Insurgency, Terrorism, Banditry in New Book

N76bn Fraud Trial: AMCON Ex-Director Recants, Says Ariks N85bn Debt Non-performing

Court Hears How Banker Rejected $7,000 Bribe to Leak Sensitive IT Data

Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation Disburses N50m to 111 Civil Servants Amid Efforts to Boost Excellence in Public Service

Legal Experts Advocate Alternative Dispute Resolution in Tax Litigation

Oyetola Inaugurates 11-man NPA Governing Board

E-visa: FG Processes 14,000 Applications in Six Weeks, Says Tunji-Ojo

SDP Warns Nigerians Against Dealing With Suspended Party Officers

REDAN President, Adeoye, Emerges New Oluoke of Okeigbo

Associations Petition Led to Probe of Ex-minister Sirika, Others, Says Witness

Tinubu: Wike Taking GovernanceCloser to FCT Residents

APC NEC Meeting Holds July 24

Aviation: BAGASOO Introduces $1 Passenger Safety Levy, Takes Effect January 2026

APC: Dalori Resumes, Urges Party Members Not to Allow Transition Period to Breed Disunity

Midea Hosts 2025 Dealers Seminar in Lagos, Launches Midea Club and New Inverter Chest Freezer

A Day in 2050: Coffee, Climate Pods, and Conversations with Your Fridge

Oil Theft: Army Arrests 46 Suspects, Destroys23 Illegal Refining Sites in NDelta

Bode George, Sam Egwu Condemn Police Takeover of PDP Headquarters

Actors Guild Inaugurates National Secretariat, Unveils AGN Super AP

Zamfara Murder Case: Victims Family Writes Lawal, Demands Justice

Akpabio: Akpoti-Uduaghan Arraigned, Released on Self Recognizance

Benjamin Okezie Kalu: A Different Breed

Police Stop PDP BoT Meeting

Access ARM Pensions AdvocatesWaysto Boost Civil Servants Retirement

Akpabio: Akpoti-Uduaghan Arraigned, Release on Self Recognizance

Otuaro HailsYarAdua for Establishing Presidential Amnesty Programme

Imo Harmony ProjectUrges Uzodimma to Remain Steadfast on Charter of Equity

FGs Delegation Arrives Saudi Arabia for Dantatas Funeral

Beware of fake loan portal, NELFUND alerts students

PDP Crisis: South East Reserves Right to Review Future With PDP, Says Mbah

Surulere Chief Whip Calls for Full LG Autonomy to Boost Development

Gov. Yusuf, Emir Sanusi Depart for Medina to Attend Dantatas Funeral

Zeenab Foods Secures N10.22bn in Oversubscribed Series 4 Commercial Paper Issuance

Sterling Financial Holdings Reports 102% Profit Growth in 2024

13 Passengers Abducted in Benue Regain Freedom

MFA Boston Returns Looted Artifacts to Oba of Benin

Ibom Air Rebounds, Posts N16bn Profit

Group Appeals to Lagos Speaker to Help Avert Ban on Single-use Nylon

World of Warcraft Gold: How to Use It to Level Up Faster and Get Better Gear

Are Short Social Videos Changing Your Brain

LAF, Okunbo Foundation, Belgian Embassy Partner to Sponsor Painters Masterclass

Adeniji: AVA Securities is Committed to Promotion of Financial Inclusion

SHACO Records N28.9bn Revenue, Plans Acquisition of Operational Equipment

H1 2025: Stock Market Gains N13.2trnon Revived Investors Confidence

As Wema Bank One-day MD/CEO Initiative Receives Global Commendation

Queen Mary of Denmark Visits APM Terminals Apapa During Nigeria Tour

TAJBank Sustains Industry Feat, Pays 3rdDividend In 5 Years

Kwara Winds-down Harmony Holdings Citing Liabilities,Others

Stanbic IBTCLists N148.7bnRightsIssueon NGX, Paid-upSharesNow15.902bn

SignallingExcess Liquidity, Banks Deposit With CBN Up 730%YoY to N67.72trn

Faleke:Corporate Nigeria is the Backbone of National Development

Expert Advocates Grants, Tax Incentives for Interior Designers

Stakeholders Harp on Collaboration, Regulation to Enhance Urban Mobility

Stakeholders Advocate National Policy Framework to TackleMarine Debris

Four jumbled up matters

Super Falcons Fire Warnings to Africa with Win over Ghanas Black Queens

Gov AbdulRazaq Elated as Kwara Utd End the States Six Decades Trophy Drought

Abakaliki FC involved in Auto accident

Ibas Pledges N50m to Rivers Angelsfor Emerging Champions


*DAILY TRUST*

ECOWAS Group Awards DSP Barau for Commitment in Africas Cooperation, Development

Empower Hisbah to curb crime, Cleric begs Uba Sani

EFCC raids Abuja hotel, recovers rifle from Yahoo Boys

PHOTO: FGs Delegation Pays Condolence visit to Dantatas family in Madina

Dantatas burial postponed till Tuesday

FACT CHECK: Is it true that Tinubu has not slept in any other state apart from Lagos as Peter Obi claimed

Wike slashes UniAbuja land from 11000 to 4000 hectares

Rivers budget: Reps query N24bn CCTV allocation, demand details in 48 hours

Fintiris Interventions in Urban and Rural Road Infrastructure

APC fixes July 24 for NEC meeting

Food Security: Jega Pushes For Gene Banks, Insemination Labs

Jubilation as Shinkafi Volunteer Forces kill Bandit Commander, Danbokolo

St Lucia: Apart from Lagos, Tinubu Hasnt Spent a Night in Any State Yet Hes Spending 8 Nights in a Place Smaller Than Ajegunle Obi

PDP Crisis: BoT relocates meeting to Yaradua center

PHOTOS: 7th day prayer for Daily Trust Editor-in-chiefs mother held in Jos

Verify your identity for Companies House Authorised Corporate Service Provider

Bathroom Colours That Will Help Sell Your Property

How Good Are Closure Lace Wigs' Luvme Hair Makes Wearing Wigs Easier and Worry-Free

2027: Im willing to spend one term in office if elected President Obi

Gandujes exit: Dalori assumes office

Okalio Cloud Mining started rolling over profits, with passive income increasing to $216 million

MOFI Knowledge Series Q22025: Best Practices In Managing Government-Owned Enterprises (Goes) For Optimal Returns

FG grounds Rano Aircraft after engine failureduring Abuja-Katsina flight

Security operatives order PDP BoT members out of meeting hall

Security operatives take over PDP Headquarters

Dantatas funeral: FGs delegation arrives Saudi Arabia

Arewa youth group backs Tinubu/Shettima 2027 ticket

Gov Yusuf leads delegation to Dantatas funeral in Madina

NIGERIA DAILY: Why Jungle Justice Is On The Rise In Nigeria

FRC Amendment: FG Suspends Implementation, Caps Dues for Private Firms

Dantata for burial in S/Arabia today

Tinubus visit to Saint Lucia will rekindle new era of economic possibilities Presidency

Youre Full Of Empty Rhetorics, Tinubus Aide Blast Obi Over Saint Lucias Comment

Foundation Empowers Kwara Residents With Zakat Support

Tompolo Excited over Partnership Between NUJ, Tantita

11km completed on section 1 of Abuja-Kaduna Highway Umahi

Govs wives sign MoUs to combat cancer surge

Police rescue 12 stolen teenagers, arrest suspect in Imo

Nigerians need tangible democratic gains, life-saving support

Its stupid to assume soldiers need weed to perform Army general

Nigeria Losing N500b to Industrial Accidents VC FUL

Uromi killings: Compensation process ongoing Edo govt

PDP NEC meeting holds today, NWC members insist

2027: Shun sycophants, Dangiwa tells Tinubu

12 abducted Benue Links passengers regain freedom

Gandujes exit: CPC bloc, N/Central push for APC chairmanship

Preventing escalating hunger: Why Nigeria needs a youth-centred disaster response policy

Gandujes resignation and reawakening of Kanos political equilibrium

FCT strike a national embarrassment; pupils and workers deserve better

FCT teachers strike: Students union organises tutorials for pupils

FCT bus terminals ll boost security in public transportation Tinubu

FCT NUJ, Nizamiye Hospital screen 300 journalists

How Naira depreciation pushed Nigerias debt to N149.39trn

TAJBank pays 3rd dividend in 5 years, grows assets by 84%

Bank CEOs donate relief materials to Niger

NDIC rallies judiciary on cases of liquidated banks employees

Insurance industry premium soars to N1.562trn in 2024

Invest now, FIRS tells MSMEs with less than N50m turnover

NCDMB hands over Oloibiri Museum site to Julius Berger


*NEW TELEGRAPH*

Portable Demands N50m From Lege Miami To Promote Tinubus Presidential Campaign

M.I Abaga Admits Regret For Supporting APC

SDP Warns Nigerians Against Dealing With Suspended Excos

Oyetola Inaugurates NPA Governing Board

Rivers: Reps Query N24b CCTV Allocation, Demand Details In 48 Hours

Dormant Parties Causing Confusion For Voters, Lawmaker Tells INEC

Akpabio Calls For Increased Investment In Human Capital Devt

E-Visa: Over 14,000 Applications Processed In Six Weeks Minister

Dantatas Burial Shifted To Tuesday In SArabia

Wike Retrieves, Re-Allocates UniAbuja Lands

APC Substantive Natl Chairman To Emerge July 24

PDP Bows To Pressure, Holds NEC Meeting

Anambra 2025: Nnewi North Assures Ukachukwu Of Maximum Support

Works Minister Commends PDP Chieftains Constructive Criticism Of Tinubu

Yahaya Bello: When Persecution Becomes National Embarassment

Civil Service Week: FG Honours 18 Public Servants For Excellence

APC Officially Accepts Gandujes Resignation

Anxiety In APGA As Soludo Orders Six Senatorial Aspirants To Go Into Conclave

Davido Makes Me Feel Broke Young Jonn

Armed Herdsmen Attack Benue Community Near Yelwata

Appraising Komolafes Regulatory Renaissance At NUPRC

Appraising Tinubus Renewed Hope Through Bagudus Lens

2027: Delta Central APC Women Endorse Tinubu, Oborevwori

2Face Praises Annie Idibia, Says Children Remain His Top Priority

PDP Announces Relocation Of BoT Meeting

Delta Reaffirms Commitment To Stronger Govt-Media Partnership

Rep Vows To Promote Sports For Unity

2027: Ill Serve Single Term If Elected Peter Obi

Axxela Celebrates 9m Man Hours Without Any Lost Time Injury

Oyebanji Congratulates ABUADs Founder On Varsity Education Ranking

Ganduje Resignation: Dalori Chairs First APC NWC Meeting

Osun LG Crisis: 85% Of Residents Back PDP Position GSI Survey

FG Launches $2.5b Global Donorship Drive To Empower Youths, Women

AIbom Clears N60b Pension Arrears

FCTA Staff Holds Protest In Abuja

Rano Airplane Experiences Engine Failure Mid Air

Cybercrime: Court Grants Natasha Bail On Self-Recognition

Nigeria, St Lucy To Establish Diplomatic Relations

Dantatas Burial: Defense Minister Heads FG Delegation To SArabia

Alleged Defamation: Natasha Arrives Abuja Court

Heighten Security At PDP Headquarters Ahead Of NEC Meeting

World Congress On Enhancing Healthcare In Esanland Holds On July 11

Gov Yusuf Issues Warning On Fertilizer Diversion

Sterling Financial Holdings Reports 102% Profit Growth In 2024


Akinyosoye Stuns Top Seed As Brou Misses Podium At 23rd African Fencing Championships

Reps Parliamentary Caucus Mourns Aminu Dantata

Dangotes N720b Investment In CNG Trucks To Save Nigerians N1.7tn Annually

Akinyosoye Stuns Top Seed As Brou Misses Podium At 23rd African Fencing Championships


*THE SUN*

Saint Lucias Senate President: Majority of enslaved ancestors were Nigerians

NSC urges Judiciary to adopt non-custodial sentences for minor offences to decongest prisons

Nigerias NCTC-ONSA, UK train security personnel on terrorism, extremism

Anambra guber: Entertainers unite in Awka for Soludos second term bid

ISAN condemns NASS for unclaimed dividends transfer to CBN

Soludo orders probe into viral anti-touting brutality video

FG inaugurates board of NPA, admonishes on transparency, alignment with Tinubus Renewed Hope Agenda

Anambra South bye-election: PDP aspirant vows to sponsor Work while in School bill if elected

NDLEA central to action plan on drug control and crime prevention AU Commission

Eschew conflict, division, personal ambition, Dalori warns APC NWC members

NANS declares mass protest over closure of FCT primary schools

PDP BoT shifts meeting to YarAdua Centre as police bar members from Wadata Plaza

I will contest in 2027 presidential election, Obi tells supporters

Kano: 95 graduate in digital entrepreneurship, agricultural value chain production

Massive security deployment at PDP secretariat

FG partners YOTSI to launch YEIDEPs $2.5bn global donorship drive to empower youths, women

Akpabio hails Anaba on his re-election as NGE president

Dantatas funeral: Federal delegation arrives Saudi Arabia

Act fast to combat drug abuse fueling insecurity Momodu

Era of business as usual is over Head of Civil Service declares

How I lost my virginity at age 13 Pretty Mike

APC National Youth Leader to unveil Progressive Youth House

We leave with pride Messi speaks after Club World Cup exit

Benue community invaded by armed herders, police officers killed

*Why I regret supporting APC Rapper MI*

5 controversies trailing 2025 Club World Cup

Jubilation as Shinkafi Volunteer Forces kill bandit commander Danbokolo in Zamfara

Of blood and sorrow

I stand by position of SEast, NWC, BoT on NEC, nat scribe Gov Mbah

MBF, Shehu Sani emphasise on rotational presidency

*PDP: Confusion as NWC holds parallel meetings*

Ganduje: APC zeroes on NCentral to produce replacement, NWC to ratify July 24 NEC meeting

*Ganduje: The rise and fall of APC national chairman*

Yelwata massacre, politics of Tinubus visit

Ganduje: Itll be relief for us if Kwankwaso joins APC NNPP

PDP Crisis: SEast reserves right to review future with PDP if Says Mbah

Ex-IYC President, Eradiri, applauds Fubara on Rivers peace deal

Dont distract Tinubu with unnecessary agitations on 2027 election, APC Chieftain tells politicians

Napoli recalls Osimhen for medical

Kano Governor immortalises dead 22 athletes

First Lady donates N110m to families of deceased athletes, coaches, officials

Super Falcons cement superiority over Ghana

Okocha offers Osimhen honest advice ahead of Napoli return

AC Milan includes Chukwueze in unwanted 12-man list

We ll deliberately support sports of comparative strength Dikko

Pillar of Sports congratulates Kwara Utd

Birmingham in for OsayiSamuel as Besiktas talks stall

Porto set to offload Zaidu Sanusi

Nigeria eyes $128trn global asset market

FG pledges stable electricity in barracks to boost security efforts

Nigeria ranks 3rd in Africa for ransomware threats INTERPOL

FG halts controversial dues for private firms, sets N25m interim cap

ILO wraps up 113th ILC with adoption of convention on biological hazards, others

Industrialist hails FGs plan to lay fibre optic cables

NULGE tasks FG on implementation of LG autonomy

NECA advocates immediate reconstitution of national health board

NGX: Foreign deals hit N996bn amid stability concerns

Equities market gains N1.43trn in 1 week

NGE: Gov Otu pledges support for ethical journalism, hails election of Anaba, Ukeh, others


*BLUE PRINT*

Why Aminu Dantatas burial is experiencing delay FG

Rivers: House of Representatives querry N24bn CCTV allocation

Oilserv:Indigenous company lays pipeline across River Niger

Rivers LG polls: APC campaign council drums support for Fubara

President Federation Cup: Abakaliki to thank God for surviving auto crash

Kebbi invites Brazilian experts to revive football academy

13th WAFCON: Super Falcons ready for Tunisia Coach

Tinubu makes new proposal for OECS official passport holders

Senate backs creation of 6 new federal universities

*For winning President Federation Cup, Kwara United players, officials get cash gifts, plots of land*

*Governors, others attend as PDP stages NEC meeting, returns Anyanwu as national secretary*

2bn empowerment: Adamawa extends date for data capturing

Employer blasts police over shoddy investigation into workers murder

Diadem group CEO awarded for dedication, leadership

Gwarzo hails Norths first clinical pharmacy Professor, Hadiza Maaji on elevation

Tinubu set to receive Kings Baton Relay for 2026 Commonwealth Games

APC fixes July 24 for NEC meeting to replace Ganduje

Youths destroy NDLEA office, Emir palace as protest rocks Kwara

NCTC, UK train security agencies to enhance regional stability

APC needs Yahaya Bello as Gandujes replacement, says Kogi group

Defamation: Court sets date for Natashas trial

Ronaldos Al-Nassr set to unveil new manager

Why I turned down 2025 Club World Cup offer Ronaldo

Outrage as Ajax sacks Nigerian forward via WhatsApp

WAFCON 2024: Unhappy Banyana Banyana re-opens training camp despite unpaid bonuses

APC: Dalori lauds Gandujes leadership, takes over as acting Chairman

CAA Championship: Controversy as age scandal hits Ethiopian camp

PDP BOT moves meeting venue from party secretariat

Kidnapped Benue Links passengers regain freedom

Fake loan portal: Again, NELFUND raises alarm

Kano governor renames sports commission after athletes k!lled in auto crash

Besiktas reach agreement with Roma for Tammy Abraham

CAF set to launch new WAFCON trophy

Cybercrime charges: Court docks Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

Nigerian Volleyball women team pick 2025 World Championship ticket

FG slams 6 cybercrime charges on Natasha

Happening Now: Confusion at PDP national secretariat as policemen flood area, meetings halted

Governor Aliyu: The infrastructure dominator

FG delegation arrives Saudi Arabia Dantatas funeral

As Governor Aliyu tackles Sokoto states water crisis

Esthington group establishes sports academy in Ebonyi

My encounter with Tinubu inspiring, Nigerian medical student in Saint Lucia speaks

Tinubu, Prime Minister Pierre to establish formal diplomatic relations between Nigeria, Saint Lucia

Zaria teachers honour Tinubu, Abbas

Muslim unity paramount for societal growth Idris

Due process for selection of new Eleruwa Oba Adegbola followed Makinde

No sacrifice too much for Rivers people Fubara

Ex-footballer, 4 others arrested as NDLEA busts Turkey-Nigeria drug ring

Tinubu empowers ICRC to implement approval thresholds for PPP projects

Nigeria: New tax era to create more predictable fiscal environment Rewane

How Tinubus visit toSaint Lucia will deepeneducational, cultural ties with Nigeria Presidency

PDP crisis:I stand with South-east, NWC, BOT on NEC, national scribe Mbah

How Dangotes N720bn CNG drive will save Nigerians N1.7trn, lift 42m MSMEs Experts

FMDQ Group, Frontclear deepen partnership on cross-border money market transactions

FRC to apply interim cap on annual dues

FirstBank unveils advanced facial biometric technology on app

Ohanaeze Ndigbo wants Gowon to apologise over civil war remarks

Stakeholders flay attacks on defence chief, dismiss Onwubikos allegations as propaganda

Plot to stall Gowon university VC, registrars appointment mischievous, group alerts


*GUARDIAN*

FG launches amnesty portal for visa overstayers ahead of August crackdown

Obidient movement cant make Obi president Analyst

Lawmaker asks INEC to remove dormant parties from ballot papers

Increase budgetary allocation to education, stakeholders tell govt

Make public conditions for peace deal, Rivers residents tell Fubara

Over 14,000 applications processed via new e-visa system Interior Minister

EFCC denies disobeying court order over Diezani-linked Abuja property

Youre older doesnt mean you deserve respect, Peter Okoye slams Jude

2025 Hajj: 36,297 pilgrims airlifted home in 88 return flights, says NAHCON

CSOs intensify call to strip president of powers to appoint INEC chairman

Global report links loneliness to over 871,000 deaths annually

Minister identifies agritourism as key to youth engagement

Oyetola inaugurates NPA governing board, tasks members on leadership

Group urges Eno to act on killing of APC chairman in AIbom

Court to hear fresh bail bid by terror suspect Mamu despite FGs opposition

Afolabi bows out as Ondo CP, hands over to Lawal

Group tackles pipeline vandalism in NDelta with digital skills training

FCT Teachers Strike: FG seeks dialogue as action enters 100th day

Shell acquires 12.5% stake in Bonga field from TotalEnergies

LG Polls: Hamzat, Ojelabi rally support in Lagos West

AU commission extols NDLEAs pivotal role in drug control, crime prevention

NCAA grounds Rano aircraft after emergency landing at Sokoto airport

Military will continue to protect lives and property of Nigerians -Minister

FCT women farmers protest against rising hunger

Zamfaras 34b loan, figment of the oppositions imagination Shinkafi

Plateau: Emir leads condolence visit to attacked travellers

Africa far from meeting 2030 SDGs target date, says vice chancellor

VC Selection Row: UNICAL clinical lecturers suspend strike

Auto crash leaves one dead in Niger

AGN inaugurates national secretariat, unveils plan for creative hub in FCT

Foundation gifts N50,000 each to 100 women in Gombe

FG moves to transform borders into instruments of cooperation

Body of Nigerian killed by hit-and-run driver in Italy to be repatriated

Nigerian delegation arrives in Saudi Arabia for Aminu Dantatas burial

YEIDEP launches $2.5b global donation drive to empower youth, women

Lagos LG polls: Jandor launches independent campaign group backing APC candidates

Court grants bail to Senator Natasha in FGs cybercrime case

Police arrest PDP worker amid NEC meeting confusion

APC appoints journalist Folorunso to head media campaign in Amuwo

Viral Video: Soludo orders probe into alleged abuse by anti-touting squad

Stop blaming the system, start transforming it, expert tells future surgeons

Police cordon off PDP national secretariat ahead of NEC meeting

CCTV captures Nigerian carer abusing 88-year-old dementia patient before death

Kuteb-Tiv coalition dismisses critics, insists group is not a fan club

CSO seeks NJCs action against alleged breach in Ekiti chief judge appointment

Minister directs FRC to cap PIEs annual levy at 25m

SFS Capital Nigeria records 44.5% growth, boosts investors dividend

Favour Aroghene Ndulu: The Rising Star Driving Africas Fintech Future

Abducted Benue Links passengers regain freedom

In Pictures: Nigeria, Saint Lucia agree to establish diplomatic relations

*Omokri claims Obi lobbied to be Atikus running mate in 2018, shares email evidence*

Zacch Adedeji: Technocrat who makes the system work

*Security agents kill Bello Turjis boss, Danbokolo, in Zamfara*

Ex-Kaduna governor names military officers who supported June 12 struggle

*Ill honour one-term deal if coalition demands it, says Obi*

2027 will be different, says Peter Obi

*Ill build a Nigeria where opposition has peace, not war Obi*

*2027 will be different, says Peter Obi*

*Peter Obi says coalition not about personal ambition*


*THE AUTHORITY*

Wike retrieves 7,000 hectares of land from UniAbuja

SDP warns Nigerians against dealing with suspended Chairman, Auditor, Youth Leader

Explore Nigeria as Africas largest market, Tinubu woos East Caribbean investors

Tinubu offers Nigerian visa waiver to St Lucians, other East Caribbeans

Delta Central: Coasting with a touch of Dafinone

Appraising Komolafes Regulatory Renaissance At NUPRC

Nigeria, St. Lucia commit to opening formal diplomatic ties

Chinas Agricultural Revolution: Lessons For Nigeria

Appraising Tinubus Renewed Hope Through Bagudus Lens

PDP Crisis: BoT barred from holding meeting at NWC hall

Olympics Day celebration in Lagos : Onuakausi harps on unifying power of sport

*2027 Presidency: I will run Peter Obi*

Umeha lauds Nnamchi, Atu for decamping from Labour Party to APC

Onwuegbu rolls out scholarship scheme for constituents at Federal Cooperative College, Oji River

NDDC begins 25th anniversary in Ondo

Follwoing Akpabios Petition, FG Slams Six Cybercrime Charges on Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan

Group Commends Matawalle For Zamfara Cargo Airport Vision

Jubilation as Shinkafi Volunteer Forces kill Bandit Commander, Danbokolo in Zamfara

Africa needs debt forgiveness, renegotiation of EU trade agreements- Kal

Nnewi stands still for APC governorship candidate, Prince Nicholas Ukachukwu

Senator Umeh, the lying general and a fallen house

100thNEC or Expanded Caucus: The hurdles before PDP

Deputy Senate President consoles with family of Aminu Dantata

*Tunji-Ojo honoured with Minister of the Year award*

Sen. Adeola describes signing of Tax Bills into Law as step toward econ. devt.

Renaissance Africa Energy to unveil brand at NOG 2025

Former Senate President mourns passing of Aminu Dantata

Pakistan High Commissioner inaugurates new gate art to showcase cultural harmony

Kogi Govt trains 2,310 youths in CNG conversion to reduce unemployment Fanwo

Corps members embodiment of NYSCs dream of united Nigeria Anambra coordinator

Kogi Government mourns Alhaji Aminu Dantata

Federal civil service week: 18 workers, two MDAs honoured for outstanding performance

SWAN thumbs up Uzodimma over Eches appointment

*Akume remains SGF -Presidency*

International Professors Bring Cutting-Edge Skills Training to Nigerian Universities


*LEADERSHIP*

Nigeria Is In Our DNA, Says Lucian PM

Speed Darlington Threatens NAPTIP With N2.5bn Lawsuit For Declaring Him Wanted

Pastor, Woman Stripped Naked Over Alleged Infidelity In Edo

Ex-Lawmaker Mashood Mustapha Arraigned For Alleged Defamation Of Kwara Gov

Gwarzo Hails North’s First Clinical Pharmacy Prof, Hadiza Ma’aji, On Professorial Elevation

Court Jails Cab Driver For Unlawful Trafficking Of 12 Live Parrots

Jega Harps On Modernisation Of Nigeria’s Livestock Sector

Minister Inaugurates 11-man NPA Governing Board

Navy Arrests Suspected Militant With Firearm In Bayelsa

Navy Arrests Suspected Militant With Firearm In Bayelsa

Police Nab ‘One Chance’, Kidnap Syndicates In Delta

Armed Robber Dies After Failed Attack On Kano Household

Man Dies, Woman Rescued In Kano Well Accidents

YEIDEP Launches $2.5bn Global Donorship Drive To Empower Youths, Women

Bauchi Gov Donates N200m To Windstorm Victims

AGN Inaugurates National Secretariat, Unveils Plan For Creative Hub In FCT

Brand Launches AfroExchange, Holds Send-off For Bnxn, Others

Nigerian Caregiver Sentenced For Abusing 88-yr-old Patient In UK

Panic As Bees Attack Worshippers At Central Mosque In Edo


*DAILY TIMES*

Gov. Eno: Welcomed to the Progressives Governors Forum

ATII launches tech-driven push to unlock $450bn Intra-African Trade

Nigerian, Kenyan, Rwandan startups lead Googles $350k AI accelerator cohort

Meta seeks $29bn private capital for AI infrastructure expansion

Ex -IGP Arase promotes community policing

Digital banks expand as traditional institutions embrace new strategies

FirstBank launches facial biometric feature to revolutionise mobile banking

NGX market capitalisation rises as rights issue listing adds N150.8bn

Naira gains as $324m turnover lifts FX market, reserves dip by $293.87m

Shareholders reject CBN control of unclaimed dividends, demand reform

Nigeria endorses West Africa IMT 2025 to drive regional industrial growth

Equities market gains N13.2trn in H1 2025 on renewed investor confidence

NYCN commends Tinubu for brokering peace between Wike, Fubara

Ekiti political class bid Deputy Govs mother farewell

Tax Reform Law: Senator Adeola applauds Tinubu, National Assembly leaders

N500 Billion Maintenance Deficit Plagues Nigerias Bad Roads

Unpaid Sums: Over 5,000 Aggrieved Contractors Plan To Occupy Abuja

Defence Minister lauds security agencies in fight against insurgency

Ex -IGP Arase promotes community policing

FG refutes reports of SGFs resignation, says its false, misleading

ICPC secures conviction on fake employment fraud

APC North Central backs Al- Makura for National Chairmanship position

Speaker tasks youths on nation-building through entrepreneurship

Give back to society, NNPP chieftain charges politicians

Nigeria, Switzerland reaffirm diplomatic bonds at 10th bilateral dialogue

Elumelu felicitates Senator Nwaoboshi on birthday


Tompolo Excited With Partnership Between NUJ, Tantita


*PREMIUM TIMES*

Career leaders provide practical solutions to unemployment at African Workforce Summit in Lagos

FG reviews BHCPF guidelines, begins 2024 audit

*Alleged Rape: Wanted' Pay me N2.5 million, first Speed Darlington taunts NAPTIP*

*APC to hold NEC meeting 24 July*

*You stole, betrayed, disrespected me Peter Psquare calls out estranged brother Jude*

PDP warring groups resolve differences, commence NEC meeting

Bauchi constitutes committee for creation of new emirates

*PDP members clash at caucus meeting in Abuja*

Abuja-Kaduna Train Attack: Court to hear Tukur Mamus bail application

FCTA workers protest, shut secretariat over welfare issues

Ondo new CP assumes office

Beach Volleyball: Nigeria qualifies for World Championship

Court to hear Diezanis suit challenging asset forfeiture

Farmer rescues newly born baby girl buried alive in Kebbi

Dalori assumes office as APC acting chair, promises transparency, inclusiveness

Alleged $1bn Fraud: Court rejects detained CBEX operators bail applications

*PDP Crisis: BoT relocates meeting venue after police barricade secretariat*

Super Eagle stars Ndidi, Boniface, Onyeka launch The Culture League talk show in Lagos

*Akpoti-Uduaghan pleads not guilty to cyberbullying Akpabio, Yahaya Bello, gets bail*

Two killed in communal clash, ex-federal lawmaker denies involvement

Over 90 providers sanctioned as NHIA cracks down on poor health services

MC Oluomo promised us N1.5m for Tinubus campaign but didnt pay - Lalude alleges

University condemns killing of cyclist near its campus

Over 871,000 people die annually from loneliness WHO

Lafarge Africa expands ECOPlanet portfolio with the launch of ECOPlanet Elephant

Enugu First Ladys Compassionate Agenda: Igbo Eze South LG chairmans wife visits quintuplets, settles hospital bill

Controversy as JAMB bars FUTA graduate from NYSC mobilisation, declares admission illegal

Entries now open for the 11th Edition of the Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition

Bank CEOs donate relief items to Niger flood victims

*NEC Meeting: Police take over PDP secretariat*

TAJBank declares dividend as assets rise 84% in 2024

PDP group challenges Eno to prepare his resignation as Akwa Ibom governor if

Nigerian govt delegation arrives Saudi Arabia for Dantatas funeral

Dangotes N720bn CNG Drive to save Nigerians N1.7trn Official

Sterling Financial Holdings reports 102% profit growth in 2024

Zeenab Foods secures N10.22bn in oversubscribed Series 4 Commercial Paper issuance

NASS Roundup: Budget extension, Rivers appropriation bill, NNPCs N210trn missing funds, other stories from Senate

What does Zohran Kwame Mamdanis primary victory mean', By Uddin Ifeanyi

Access Holdings, Dangote Cement, UBA top stock pick this week

*South-east may leave PDP because of leadership crisis Enugu governor*

Nigerian student in Saint Lucia meets President Tinubu, PM Pierre

WAFCON 2024: CAF to unveil brand new trophy ahead of Morocco showdown

Messi silenced , Kane unstoppable as PSG, Bayern roar into Club World Cup quarter finals

SDP, APC bicker over alleged diversion of LG funds by Ondo govt

EDITORIAL: Emergent wars and the compelling need for a new world order

President Tinubu: Nigeria-Caribbean cooperation through the eyes of Saint Lucians, By Fredrick Nwabufo

Oluwo tackles Justice Akinside over remarks on Obas burial rites, commends Ogun govt.

Super Falcons outclass Ghanas Black Queens in final WAFCON warm-up match

African Fencing Championships: Nigeria records historic win as Egypt dominates 23rd edition

The viper that eats fellow snakes, By Wole Olaoye

My CFR national honours award, By Abubakar D Umar

Tinubus Chicago certificate asAfkm, By Festus Adedayo

Corridors to Trade can support Nigerias protein needs

How man planned his friends kidnap, collected N5.3 million ransom Police

Tinubus Saint Lucia visitll boost ties with Caribbean nations Presidency

Ive left you in peace, dont drag me into your soap opera Daniel Ademinokan to Stella Damasus

No sacrifice too great for RiversFubara

AMVCA-winning film Freedom Way starring Mr Macaroni hits cinemas this July

Article of Faith: Should Christians support Israel against Iran (2), By Femi Aribisala

Democracy without voters: The origin of Nigerias insecurity crisis, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu

Crime-fighting Nigerian policeman, illegally dismissed 30 years ago, awaits justice

Congo, Rwanda sign US-brokered peace agreement


TOFAC 2025: African cultural creativity and innovations, By Toyin Falola

Faith, youth and NDLEAs new drug warfront, By Arafat A Abdulrazaq

MUSIC REVIEW: Olamid blends calm, chaos, quiet confidence in self-titled comeback

MOVIE REVIEW: What Remains of Us: Predictable, yet enjoyable movie

From street vendors son to CEO, Michael 12 Baskets Afolaranmi celebrates 50 in style

Wars, emergent geopolitics and the weaponisation of supply chains, By Cheta Nwanze

2024 Federation Cup: Kwara governor, union salute victorious Kwara United

Muritala Aderogba Ajadi: the mirror, whose essence I remain intrigued by, 32 years on, By Adwl jd



In FOI requests, SERAP tells governors to account for security votes



Soldiers kill notorious terrorist in Zamfara


*SPORT*

First Lady donates N110m to families of deceased athletes, coaches, officials - The Sun

18 Bayelsa Govs Cup players for Golden Eaglets screening - Daily Trust

5 controversies trailing 2025 Club World Cup - The Sun

Abakaliki FC bus crashes on return to Ebonyi after Federation Cup final - Guardian

Abakaliki FC involved in Auto accident - Thisday

Abakaliki FC playmaker, Eni, blames FedCup loss on missed chances - Daily Trust

Abeokuta 2025: Age cheating rocks Team Ethiopia - Punch

AC Milan includes Chukwueze in unwanted 12-man list - The Sun


Akinyosoye Stuns Top Seed As Brou Misses Podium At 23rd African Fencing Championships - New Telegraph

Birmingham in for OsayiSamuel as Besiktas talks stall - The Sun

Calvert-Lewin to leave Everton on a free transfer - Guardian

Chelsea beat Benfica 4-1 to reach Club World Cup quarters - Punch

Club World Cup: PSG thrash Messis Inter Miami 4-0 to reach quarter-finals - Punch

Club World Cup: PSG whip Messis Inter Miami to reach quarter-finals - Blueprint

Court fixes July 3 to hear Bash Alis defamation lawsuit against ex-sports minister Dare - Blueprint

Dessers AEK move in jeopardy - Punch

Dutch players union condemns Akpoms Ajax sack - Punch

Federation Cup:Lagos FA chairman hails Sanwo-Olu - Blueprint

Fencing: Nigerias Epee team secures historic win - Daily Trust

French champion Foppa vows to support Nigerian handball - Punch

Golf:Oboh Finishes Joint 26th at Amundi German Masters - Thisday

Gov AbdulRazaq Elated as Kwara Utd End the States Six Decades Trophy Drought - Thisday

Ibas Pledges N50m to Rivers Angelsfor Emerging Champions - Thisday


It's a joke, Chelsea boss Maresca slams weather chaos - Punch

Joshua warns Paul after knockout taunt - Punch

Kano Governor immortalises dead 22 athletes - The Sun

Kano immortalises late athletes, Remi Tinubu donates N110m to families - Punch

Kano Pillars list Ahmed Musa for 2025/2026 season - Daily Trust

Kvitova relishes chance for farewell at special Wimbledon - Daily Trust

Kwara United get N50m for winning Federation Cup - Blueprint

Masterminds: How Rivers Angels plot 10th Fed Cup triumph - Punch

MK: Water FC President partners NOC to advance youth sports development - Blueprint

Napoli include Osimhen in pre-season plan - Punch

Napoli recalls Osimhen for medical - The Sun

Napoli recalls Osimhen for pre-season training - Guardian

NBA: LeBron James stays with Lakers in $52.6m option - Punch

Nigeria grab win as Egypt rule African Fencing Championships - Punch

Nigeria Records First Win as Egypt Rules 23rd African Fencing Championships - Thisday

Nigerias Super Falcons extend dominance over Ghana few days to 13th WAFCON kick-off - Blueprint

Okocha offers Osimhen honest advice ahead of Napoli return - The Sun

Olowo Cup: MHSO Boys battle odds to quarterfinals, Queens eye crown - Blueprint

Osayi-Samuels Besiktas move stalls - Punch

Oshoala, Ajibade strike as Falcons edge Queens in WAFCON warm-up - Punch

Pillar of Sports congratulates Kwara Utd - The Sun

Porto set to offload Zaidu Sanusi - The Sun

PSG rout Messis Inter Miami to reach Club World Cup quarters - Daily Trust

Super Falcons cement superiority over Ghana - The Sun

Super Falcons Fire Warnings to Africa with Win over Ghanas Black Queens - Thisday

Udeze backs Omeruo for Eagles return - Punch

Unilag Retains Ecobank National Schools Chess Championship - Thisday

We leave with pride Messi speaks after Club World Cup exit - The Sun

We ll deliberately support sports of comparative strength Dikko - The Sun

We needed Fed Cup more, says Kwara United coach - Punch

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