NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR THURSDAY 7TH AUGUST 2025

*PUNCH*

LASG, Red Cross launch emergency response campaign

Tinubu, Atiku, NPAN mourn media icon, MKO’s wife, Doyin Abiola

Amnesty boss vows crackdown on extortion in scholarship scheme

FG will harness youth potential for national growth – Minister

Oluwo, Yoruba elders unite to protect culture

Cash crunch hits safe schools coordination centre

FG shortlists candidates for civil service jobs

ECOWAS rallies police forces over regional security concerns

Kano gov warns appointees after commissioner quits over bail scandal

Sanwo-Olu pledges state-wide infrastructure at Badagry roads unveiling

Okpoama suspension of ex-commissioner wrong – Ex-NUJ chair

‘Ogoja State will address neglect, marginalisation’

Police uncover bombs, arms in Kaduna scrap depot

Over 10,000 children among 24,000 missing Nigerians since 2015 – ICRC

FG, Lagos collaborate to tackle human trafficking

JAMB sets admission criteria for 599 underage candidates

APC focused on 2027 politics while Nigeria suffers – ADC

Tinubu consoles Ghana as copter crash claims two ministers, six others

May & Baker to build new facility in Anambra

Cross River orders warring communities to vacate disputed land

How we prevented deaths amid nurses’ strike – Yenagoa FMC

Renaissance Energy unveils digital records in Rivers hospital

Nigeria, US advance high-level talks over visa restrictions

Edo arrests 10 as Okpebholo bans NURTW, RTEAN

Ekiti group rallies support for Tinubu’s reelection

IPAC orders parties to boycott Rivers LG polls

Ex-minority leader faults Obi's one-term pledge

Abbas mourns ex-National Concord editor, Doyin Abiola

PDP announces National Convention Zoning Committee inauguration date

Ban open grazing, promote ranching, lawyers urge South-West govs

Jonathan mourns Ghanaian ministers, others killed in helicopter crash

TUC president rejects ADC, brands coalition members jokers


*VANGUARD*

‘A lot of work ahead’ to secure Trump-Putin meeting – Rubio

Mexican president backs threatened female football referee

2027: ADC slams APC over early ‘campaigns’ for Tinubu

Kwara, Niger towns jubilate over DSS’ reported capture of Mahmuda terror group leader

Falana faults Makinde’s N63bn Govt House renovation project

Visa’ll be denied if you simply want to travel for childbirth – US Mission

Fire incident at Egbin Power causes supply disruption to Ikeja, Ibadan DisCos – TCN

FG mourns Ghanaian ministers killed in helicopter crash

Trump open to meeting Putin, Zelensky – White House

Defamation: Police may detain Sowore on court’s order

FG urges Nigerians travelling abroad to register with foreign missions

Ngige pleads with Tinubu to release Nnamdi Kanu

Top 5 countries with the highest retirement age

Over 2.8m children for vaccination against Measles-Rubella in Benue

EFCC chair Olukoyede denies forcing NNPC boss Ojulari to resign

*Top 10 countries with declining population*

2027 Presidential Poll: Lawyers divided over Jonathan’s eligibility

FG needs ₦3trn to complete NNPCL tax credit road projects – Umahi

Tinubu condoles with Ghana President over tragic air accident

No police officer should sleep in indignity at night – IGP Egbetokun

Egbin, Ikeja Electric, FIPL not in receivership – Management

Zulum swears in two commissioners, judicial council member

Only NPC can issue birth, death certificates – Commissioner


*THE NATION*

Lucrative side hustles for NYSC Corps members

FAAN links musician Wasiu Ayinde to ValueJet safety breach at Abuja airport

Ekiti Police recover missing newborn, arrest suspect

TCN: Fire outbreak at Egbin affects 47MW load

We'll conduct peaceful congresses in Ondo, PDP affirms

States seek to bypass DisCos to buy energy directly from GenCos 

Media group commends NCC on professionalism, transparency 

*Why southeast must support Tinubu’s second term, by Umahi*

FG electrification: UI, UCH commend Tinubu, Adelabu

Tinubu mourns Ghanaian ministers killed in helicopter crash

Lagos taskforce nabs fake officers, seizes 69 okadas in raid

Customs to commence implementation of AEO in January 2026

Doyin Abiola: Ode to the heroine of the press, by Alake

LP has no candidate in Edo by-election, says INEC

NDLEA, India’s NCB join efforts against illicit shipments of tramadol, others to Nigeria

EFCC, NBA, BPP blame outdated land system for money laundering in real estate

Oyo APC inaugurates campaign council ahead of Ibadan North bye-election

Amnesty boss Otuaro warns against bribery in PAP scholarship scheme

Customs blames PAR delays at Lagos ports on importers’ failure to migrate to B’Odogwu platform

FG to Nigerians: Libya is no escape route, it's a trap - Dabiri-Erewa

FG unveils revised national employment policy to lift Nigerians out of poverty 

NEMA urges immediate evacuation as floods threaten lives in Imo local govt 

BREAKING: Two Ghanaian ministers, six others die in military helicopter crash

Admissions: JAMB lists conditions for screening of under-16 UTME candidates

CREDICORP, NYSC sign agreement on N9bn programme to empower corps members

Appeal Court restores EFCC’s interim forfeiture order on Yahaya Bello’s alleged properties

Lagos warns Lekki residents: borehole water contaminated with faeces

Customs intercept rice-laden tanker, hands over seized drugs, chemicals in Kaduna

Tragedy as two brothers drown in Ondo river 

21 states at high risk of flooding - NiMet

Commercial drivers celebrate ban on NURTW, RTEAN in Edo

Nigeria risks missing 2030 SDG targets, experts raise alarm

Sanwo-Olu mourns Doyin Abiola

Economy: Ogun seeks collaboration of industry, academia for solution-driven innovations


*THISDAY*

NOSDRA, EU Strategise on Oil Spill Response, Partnership

Current Tax System Stifling Economic Activities, Alienating Good Governance, Say Kwara Stakeholders

2 Ghanaian Ministers, 6 Others Killed in Helicopter Crash

Enugu Police Arraign Levi Obieze, 2 Others Over Alleged Kidnappings, Ritual Killings in Ezeagu

Gov Mbah Flags off Enugu Sustainable Food Distribution to the Vulnerable

Appeal Court Restores EFCCs Forfeiture Order on 14 Properties Linked to Yahaya Bello

NCC Introduces Stricter Governance Framework for Telecoms Operators

Tinubu Directs Quick Rollout Of Free Healthcare For Low-income Retirees, Implementation Of Pension Increase

Edo Bans Transport Unions, Others from Revenue Collection

Tinubu Rejoices With 3 Nigerian Students for Excelling at Global Competition

Tinubu Mourns MKO Abiolas Widow, Doyin

Kwara Gov Inspects Ongoing Rural Roads Construction

Attacks on Ojulari Plot to Undermine Reform, National Stability, Says Aduwo

Notorious Bandit Kingpin,Turji Bello, Frees 32 Hostages in Zamfara

SWAGA: Tinubu ll Win More Northern States in 2027

Benue Assembly Asks Gov Alia to Sack SUBEB Chairman

Nwifuru Recalls Commissioners, Others

AP Rewards Loyalty with Instant Cash, Airtime in Visco 2000 Promo

PENGASAN Renovates Dilapidated School in Kwali, FCT

Why Bayo Ojularis Reforms at NNPCL Must Be Protected Against Vested Interests

Olaopa Lists How to Break Agribusiness Barriers For Youths, Women, Others

Returning to Roots: How Diaspora Athletes Are Redefining Nigeria

Education Ministry Denounces Smear Campaign against UBEC Executive Secretary

BoatNaija Lagos Wins Outstanding Private Maritime Brand of the Year

Buoyed By Portfolio Investments, CapitalImportation Improves to $5.64 Billion in Q1

Ahead of 2027, Tinubu Faces Growing Backlash from Arewa Leaders

UACN Reports 33% Surge in Revenue to N110.4bn in H1

Insurance, Pension Stakeholders to Deliberate on Strengthening Sectors Framework

Expert Calls for Tax Reform That Prioritises Citizens Welfare

Leadway Enters into Bancassurance Partnership with Ecobank

NASD Announces 646% Profit Growth,ProposesDividend

UAENigeria Relations as Model of Strategic Growth, Trade

BVN Enrollment Up 4.3%, Active Accounts Peak at 320m

Ports& CargoCntractsMicuraServicesforStevedoring

MTN, Airtel, Dangote Cement, GTCO, 19 Others Dominate NGX With88.4% of Market Capitalisation

Abbey Mortgage Bank Appoints Okonkwo Executive Director

NAHCOGrows Profitby166.7% toN8.88bn in H1

APM Terminals, Customs Deepen Collaboration to Advance BOdogwu Implementation

Ikorodu City, Remo Stars Battle for Top Spot

Afrobasket Fallout: Zenith Bank Rewards DTigress with N200m

Lookman Risks Losing Salary Due to Training Boycott

Home-based Eagles Falter in CHAN 2025 Opener Against Senegal

Former Arsenal Star, Thomas Partey, Granted Bail on Rape Charges

Nigeria Athletics Masters Gets New Executives

Ecobanks Biggest Shareholder, SAfricasNedbank, Set to Sell Stake in Major Reset

*Ex-MD of Concord Newspapers and Wife of the Late MKO Abiola, Doyin, Passes at 82*

FG Vows Support for Moribund Textile, Garment Industry

2027: Kano APC Endorses Tinubu, Hails Ganduje

Dangiwa: Tinubu Building 6,112 Homes, Upgraded 150 Slums, Created over 152,000 Jobs in North

Why Reforms Matter: How UBEC is Unlocking New Frontiers for Basic Education

How Amazing Talents School is Strengthening Child Rights Protection through Inclusive Learning

*APCs e-Registration Will Commence Soon, Imo Govt, Hope Uzodimma, Hints Members*

ARD Raises the Alarm over Low Awareness on Hepatitis Disease in Nigeria

In a Watershed, Tinubu Signs Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Bill Into Law

HYPREP Expresses Commitment to Fulfilling Implementation of UNEP Report in Ogoni

NMDPRA Engages Stakeholders on Downstream Safety, Mulls Exit Guidelines for Filling Stations

IGP Laments Incendiary Criticism of Police Force on Social Media, Vows Legal Action

US: Were Committed to Supporting Nigeria Achieve Broad-based Economic Growth, Improve Citizens Lives

NHRC, Taipei Trade Office Empower Indigent Victims of Human Rights Violations


*DAILY TRUST*

FG goes tough on telcos, introduces new guidelines

AXA Mansards Ngozi Ola-Israel Named CFO of the Year

NNPC Under Bayo Ojulari: Leading Reforms, Boosting Output, and Attracting Investment

How police recovered newborn stolen from Ekiti hospital

Trust Avatar Creations for Reliable Connections Building

Elevate Your Writing in 2025: Why You Need a Grammar Checker, Plagiarism Checker & Free AI Content Detector

JUST IN: KWAM1 forced ValueJet pilots to breach safety protocol FAAN

Ghanaian ministers die in helicopter crash

The Rotten Seed: Why Nigeria Keeps Electing Failure and Expecting Progress

Garlands For Our Women

Man shot dead inside Akwa Ibom church

Uba Sani Counsels For Collaboration Amongst Attorneys General

Tinubu orders free Healthcare for Low-Income Retirees, Pension Increase

How NCB and IDV Impact What You Pay for Car Insurance

Tinubu congratulates Nigerian students for excelling at global competition

NCAA suspends two ValueJet pilots for departing without clearance at Abuja Airport

Barau, minister absent as Kano APC reaffirms loyalty to Ganduje, strategises for 2027

Youth urged to fight corruption, drug abuse

NIGERIA DAILY: How Many Years Do Elected Officials Need To Deliver On Their Promises

Kano transport commissioner resigns over drug bail controversy

Lassa fever: Death toll rises to 155 as Nigeria records 11 new cases

FG approves N4.2bn for TETFund research projects, innovation hubs

Minister warns against plots to derail reforms in UBEC

NSCDC arrests truck loaded with vandalised street light poles

Rotary begins leadership training for 400 youths

Katsina slain commissioner: Court sentences 2 to death

Wike orders shutdown of illegal mining camps in FCT

Zamfara: Bandits abduct 150 persons in 4 days

We rise by lifting others, Major general tells ex-NMS boys

Zamfara lawmaker renovates 80 cemeteries as constituency project

Kaduna NBA Commends Uba Sani Over Cabinet Reshuffle

Southern candidate: Jonathan or Obi

*Remi Tinubu donates N4.15bn in 7 months*

22 killed in Niger road crash

How 3 Yobe teenagers emerged victorious at global competition

Presidential endorsements, opposition activities raise eyebrows

2027: INEC warns political parties against premature campaigns

Barau, minister absent as Kano APC reaffirams loyalty to Ganduje, strategises for 2027

Early campaigns could distract governance Analyst

Presidential endorsements, opposition activities raise eyebrows

Electricity Act 2023: A path to northern empowerment a rejoinder

Misapprehension of Fulani leadership in northern Nigeria

Nigerians are hungry

Nigerias inflation conundrum: How high interest rates fuel price hikes

Nafisas global triumph proves Nigeria must value education as much as sports

Wike seeks National Assemblys approval for special funds

Vigilante leader slumps, dies in Abuja

Rotary District 9127 begins leadership training for 400 youths

Sudan hit by worlds worst hunger crisis

Rwanda to accept 250 migrants from US

Nigerian stabbed in London apartment

Cargo clearance cost to rise as Customs begins 4% levy collection

Portfolio investment pushed capital import to $5.64bn in Q1

Tinubu signs Nigerian Insurance Bill to boost $1trn economy

FG woos investors for 150,000-hectare sugar production

How Nigeria can tap into $15.7trn global AI economy

Eterna Plc reports N157.7 half year revenue

Customs moves to integrate excise processes on new platform

Oil prices drop as markets respond to OPECs output hikes


*NEW TELEGRAPH*

Zulum Swears In Two Commissioners, Judicial Council Member

Tinubu Mourns Ghana Ministers Killed In Helicopter Crash

Were Improving Road Infrastructure To Enhance Commerce, Stimulate Tourism Sanwo-Olu

Idris@60; KEBGIS Lauds Govs Lands Revitalisation Projects

Airtel Nigeria CEO, Balsingh Identifies Data Boom, Nationwide Connectivity as Crucial Innovation Areas

Nobody Should Pay Money For PAP Scholarship Otuaro

Nigerias Democracy Just Platform To Win Elections Secondus

Insecurity: Turji Didnt Surrender Arms, Abductees Security Analyst

WBW: UNICEF Disapproves Lack Of Infrastructure, Policy For Breastfeeding Mothers

Nafisas Global Victory Proof Nigeria Revitalising Education Sector Ministers

Nine Political Parties To Contest Edo Bye-Election INEC

Youve Made Us Proud, Abbas To Young Nigerians For Winning English Contest

WBW: Osun Govt Sensitises Nursing Mothers On Importance Of Exclusive Breastfeeding

Gov Diri Bags UNICEFs Soccer Ambassador Awards

Egbin Power, Ikeja Electric, Others Not In Receivership Mgt

Airtel Nigeria CEO, Balsingh Identifies Data Boom, Nationwide Connectivity as Crucial Innovation Areas

Enugu: Court Remands Three Suspects For Kidnapping, Murder

Badeggi Radio Closure: It has Nothing To Do With 2027 Niger Govt

Admission: JAMB Sets Criteria For Exceptional UTME Candidates Below Age 16

2027: 1m Youths Signify Intention To Contest Elections

Group Tackles NIS, Interior Ministry For Poor Coordination

OYACA Secures Conviction Of Oyo Worker Over Recruitment Scam

Navy Opposes War Risk Insurance Premiums In Nigeria

Customs Moves To Decommission FTS By December 2025

Rumble: Kingmaker Drags Monarch To Court Over Family Land

Airtel Nigeria CEO, Balsingh Identifies Data Boom, Nationwide Connectivity as Crucial Innovation Areas

Soludo Confirms Prof Omenugha As Substantive VC Of Ojukwu University

On Sowores Defamatory Statement Against The IGP

Two Ghana Ministers Die In Military Helicopter Crash

Customs Intercept 250 Bags Of Rice Concealed In Fuel Tanker

Gov Abiodun Mourns Doyin Abiola

ICRC Trains Borno Journalists On Family Separation In Armed Conflict

Edo Sex Workers Lament Alleged Extortion By Officers

2027: Igbo Presidency In The Hands Of God Umahi

Airtel Nigeria CEO, Balsingh Identifies Data Boom, Nationwide Connectivity as Crucial Innovation Areas

Education Grant: Shehu Sani Recalls Kuwait-Kaduna Historic Ties

Airtel Nigeria CEO, Balsingh Identifies Data Boom, Nationwide Connectivity as Crucial Innovation Areas

Tinubu Orders Expedited Delivery Of Free Healthcare For Low-Income Retirees

Alleged Forgery: Sowore In Police Headquarters

Mpox: Kaduna To Begin Vaccination In Affected LGs

NASS Members To Engage Governors, LG Chairmen On ECS Enrolment, Compliance

Sokoto Govt Unveils World-Class Facility To Replace 100-Year-Old Hospital Commissioner

Airtel Nigeria CEO, Balsingh Identifies Data Boom, Nationwide Connectivity as Crucial Innovation Areas

6th Efunkoya Table Tennis Tournament Serves Off August 12

Gov AbdulRazaq Inspects Ongoing Rural Road Projects

ADCs Abejide Slams Door On Coalition Talks, Cites Party Integrity

Anyone Drilling Borehole In Lekki Is Drinking Shit Water LASG

Planting Season: Eleven Cocoa Producing States Get 266,000 Seedlings

Safety Breach: NCAA Suspends Two ValueJet Pilots

Sokoto Govt Unveils World-Class Facility To Replace 100-Year-Old Hospital Commissioner

CHAN 2024: Chelle Laments SEagles Lack Of Aggression

Royal Rhythms: P Tee Moneys Lifestyle Album Redefines Global Sound

Sokoto Govt Unveils World-Class Facility To Replace 100-Year-Old Hospital Commissioner

Anambra Guber: SDP Deputy Gov, Atueyi, Appointed To UK College Governing Board

NSE, Mouka Launch Nationwide Discount Scheme For Engineers

Sokoto Govt Unveils World-Class Facility To Replace 100-Year-Old Hospital Commissioner

Dangote Bags Cement Company Of The Year Award At Africa Housing Show

Tinubu Congratulates Three Nigerian Students For Excelling At Global Competitions

Oduduwa Varsity Alumni Hosts Maiden Award Ceremony


*THE SUN*

Aviation unions demand cancellation of airport concession, cite lack of transparency

Tinubu mourns Ghanas ministers, others in helicopter crash tragedy

Cherubim & Saraphim church marks centenary anniversary

Ghanas defence, environment ministers die in military helicopter crash

NOSDRA, EU strategise on oil spill response, international partnership

Edo bans transport unions from revenue collection over extortion

Nigeria prepares for COP30: SGF calls for unified climate strategy

Admission scrutiny panel for underage candidates unveiled by JAMB

Appeal court upholds EFCCs right to seize Yahaya Bellos properties

Edo by-elections: INEC approves 9 parties, bars Labour Party

Weak institutions threaten Nigerias democracy, development Experts

Taraba varsity ASUU to resume indefinite strike

Rivers: IPAC rejects August 30 council elections

Experts offer career guidance to Yabatech Mass Comm students

South East to honour ADC founder Nwosu

What about men' Activist asks Bill Gates after $2.5bn donation for womens health

Tinubu orders fast rollout of free healthcare and pension increase for low-income retirees

Lagos-Calabar coastal highway: Protesters storm Ministry of Works over demolition

LP dissociates itself from planned protest at INEC headquarters

2027: ADC, other opposition parties not threats to APCUzodimma

My one-term presidency will focus on reforms not personal ambition Obi

Sesko: Man Utd ready Nicolas Jackson as back up

How marine debris taints Nigerias maritime image, chokes trade, tourism

Late MKO Abiolas wife, Veteran journalist Doyin, dies at 82

WAEC withholds Kings College WASSCE results, parents demand explanation

CHAN 2024: Chelle reacts to Home Eagles defeat to Senegal

FG issues nationwide alert on five-day flooding in 19 states

2027: Ohafia peoplell support Sen. Kalus re-election bid Don

2027: PDP mulls retention of zoning formula

2027: Tinubu walks Jonathans northern tightrope

Obi, Labour Party and politics of 2027

*Kano APC pledges to deliver 1.5m votes for president*

Norths problem not Tinubu but leaders who wasted power Sani

Ive been vindicated for not choosing Wike as running mate -Atiku

APC, PDP trade word over Adelekes whereabouts

SWest PDPll lead Tinubus defeat in 2027 Gbenga Hashim Movement

My one-term presidencyll focus on reforms not personal ambition Obi

Nigeria wins hosting rights for 2nd African School Games in 2027

AfroBasket fallout: Zenith Bank rewards DTigress team with N200m

Kalu, Okoronkwo applaud Presidential reception

I now have my personal home to visit Sarah Ogoke

ITTF Africa Youth Cup: Muiz Adegoke, Wassim, Sebatindira advance to finals after thrilling wins

Nigerians applaud Tinubus rewards to DTigress, urge greater investment in grassroots sports

Lookman skips Atalanta training again

Super Falcons victory will attract more girls to football, says Sam Okwaraji Foundation scribe

Valencia bid rejected as Besiktas close in on Ndidi signing

2025 Afrobasket: Only 9 players in DTigers camp

HEIRS Energies to deepen talks on Africas evolving energy landscape

Ardova rewards loyal customers

WhatsApp bans 6.8m scam accounts, rolls out safety tools

FCMB Group reports N79.3bn profit in H125

Nigerians groan as petrol price nears N1,000/litre

Lafarge Africa Q2 profit jumps 248% to N84bn on operational efficiency

High interest rates push Nigeria to 4th place in Africas borrowing cost rankings

Capital importation in Q1 hits $5.6bn NBS

Investment in corporate debt stood at N2.3trn amid high interest rates PenCom

How Nigerias new tax reforms will reshape tech industry

NPHCDA Cooperative accuses NAF of land encroachment, calls for govts intervention

Don seeks shift from wood fuel to agricultural waste energy


*BLUE PRINT*

Kaibir Maipalaces cemetery project insult to Zamfara, waste of funds

Insecurity: Ogun residents laud non-kinetic initiatives of armed forces

Fuji star K1s unruly behaviour triggered ValueJet safety protocol breach FAAN

Mangut takes over as Nasarawa United technical adviser

Bye-election: Pro-Abure protesters besiege INEC headquarters over exclusion

LP missing as INEC affirms nine political parties for Edo bye-election

Police promotions spark debate on who deserves credit

FCTA vows total clampdown on traffic offenders, destitute

Lagos exclusive breastfeeding rate hits 57.4%

FG hands over new land compensation policy to Bauchi government

Support us to strengthen equity, FCC appeals to NASS

Media group hails NCC on professionalism, transparency

2025/26 season: Organisers announce preliminary draw date, venue for CAF Champions League, Confederation Cup

APC UK chapter tasks Nantawe on internal democracy

UBEC, NGF and the Abdulrazaq blueprint for basic education reform

Why Nigeria cant plan without a unified CRVS system

OHCSF, water resources ministry team up on Clean Nigeria, Use the Toilet Campaign

The Yobe girl who raised Nigerias flag in London deserves more than applause

2025 Hajj: A call for celebration and continuity

The relevance of advocacy in nation-building

Senator Buba Umars impact on Bauchi South

Breaking: 2 ministers k!lled in Ghana helicopter crash

Uba Sani urges collaboration among Attorneys-general

Sowore honours police summon, storms force headquarters with travel bag

Family reveals where MKO Abiolas wife will be buried

ADC: INEC confirms Mark as chairman, others NWC officials

Lack of mentorship bane of quality leadership in Nigeria Life coach

Ogun college of nursing commences screening for applicants

Bobrisky labels UK men broke

Dangote bags Cement Company of the Year award at Africa Housing Show

Lagos nears malaria elimination, set to become first in West Africa

*Tinubu okays free healthcare for low-income retirees, implementation of pension increase*

Lookman jets out of Italy

Canadian Open:Online abusers re angry gamblers Svitolina

Former county coach suspended for sexual misconduct

Tauson beats Keys for second successive top-10 victory

Serie A players to face automatic 25% pay cut if relegated

Eubank-Benn rematch announced for November

Oboh to Nigerians: George Ashiru remains Lagos ADC chairman, disregard fake news

Lagos government warns against contaminated borehole water in Lekki area

Kelley Mack: Hollywood actress d!es

Anambra state university: Announce substantive VC, COOU senior lecturers tell Soludo

Africa need structural transformation to solve energy crisis ITUC-AFRICA

Happening now: 48 hours after, NNPCL reduces fuel price

Kano Commissioner resigns over drug barons bail controversy

BIPC holds reception for Francisca Ordega, to collaborate on female football academy in Benue

Group criticises Zamfara governor Lawalas bandits kill 35 in Banga massacre

Group criticises Zamfara Gov. Lawal as bandits kill 35 in Banga massacre

Nigerian woman found dad with stab wounds in UK

Rewriting the almajiri narrative through the Renewed Hope Vision

Local government autonomy or new states

Deaths in London: Need to halt medical tourism

Time to rescue Nigerian farmers

Benue Assembly urges Alia to suspend SUBEB chairman over alleged misconduct

Flooding: FG alerts Kano, Akwa Ibom, 17 other Nigerian states *Full list

Nigerian First E&P eyes Tanzanian gas in broader push for growth

Nigerias Dessers stars as Rangers cruise past Plzen in Champions League qualifier

NCAA suspends ValueJet Pilots over safety breach at Abuja airport

Breaking: MKO Abiolas wife d!es


*GUARDIAN*

Muslims increasingly recognize Shariah-Compliant Estate Planning for Wealth Protection and Legacy

Obi slams FGs 712b airport renovation amid soaring hunger

Nigeria may break up without restructuring before 2027, Nwodo warns

ECOWAS deepens police cooperation to tackle insecurity across region

NDLEA partners India against illicit shipments of tramadol, others

Constitutional Review: Senator urges Nigerians to tread with caution

Enugu court remands native doctor, two others for murder, kidnapping

Oyo cracks down on open grazing, street trading

NBA slams police over probe of Anambra attorney general

Lawmaker gives WAEC ultimatum to release withheld results

Oodua Unity Group decries insecurity, calls for local government policing

Siblings drown after heavy downpour in Ondo

Cooking gas prices soar 33% in June Report

So-Safe Corps arrests suspected thief, recovers stolen item in Ogun

She was a woman of integrity, Afenifere mourns Doyin Abiola

Eight feared dead as Ghana Air Force helicopter crashes

Plateau govt to tackle environmental degradation, illegal mining

She exemplified spirit of resilience, Abiodun mourns Doyin Abiola

Oshimili South council raises alarm over influx of criminals into Asaba

Ogoni varsity to begin academic session October, says pro-chancellor

Firm distributes 266,000 cocoa seedlings to over 9,000 farmers

Tinubu orders speedy rollout of free healthcare for low-income retirees

Army debunks allegations of unpaid retirement benefits

Peter Obi attends book launch on PDP as party seeks his return

PDP governorship aspirant challenges Oyebanji over 130b road expenditure

Tinubu steering Nigeria towards liquidation, says Secondus

Tinubu congratulates Nigerian teens for emerging world champions

Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road: Group demands compensation for demolitions

Osun-Osogbo: Police deploy officers ahead of grand finale

Soludo to redesign Igbo-Ukwu Museum

Police probe suspected murder in Akwa Ibom church

Okpebholo sacks revenue collection firm, bans unions over illegal levies

By-election: Pro-Obi group demands probe into alleged tempering of candidate lists

Bode George seeks extensive constitutional review

Properties destroyed as fire guts residential building in Oyo

Oyo secures conviction of top official in civil service job scam

Rwanda lowers contraception access age to 15

Ill identify with ordinary people whether I win or lose, says ex-PDP Rep candidate

Sleepless Nights: Unravelling the Mystery of Insomnia

Im in charge of ADC, not part of coalition Rep Abejide

Namadi appoints Kakudi as Jigawa poly rector, Maji named college provost

IGP decorates outstanding officers, reaffirms commitment to police welfare

Let the Reforms Continue: A Call for Support, Not Sabotage, in Nigerias Oil Sector

Dinovate launches centre to champion media-led social impact across Africa

MKO Abiolas widow Doyin dies at 82

Firm launches EmpowerED for Life to tackle erectile dysfunction in Africa

Police impound 675 vehicles, apprehend 273 beggars in FCT

HoS, ministry join forces to eradicate open defecation

NiMet predicts three-day rainy conditions in Lagos, Kaduna, others

Appointments: No place for bigotry in Oyo, says Makinde

NCAA suspends ValueJet pilots over safety breach

Inter to offer Atalanta 46m plus player for Ademola Lookman

Sean Diddy Combs seeking Trump pardon: lawyer

Kano transport commissioner resigns after probe into bail of drug suspect

Banking in Seconds: Alpha Morgan Banks *734#

Barau, Ata absent as APC stakeholders endorse Ganduje as undisputed leader

Nigeria lags behind exclusive breastfeeding targets

Nigerias top energy leaders set for 2025 gas investment forum

Governors: Akinwunmi hinges defections on fear of prosecution, not principle


*THE AUTHORITY*

Kaibir Maipalaces Cemetery Project Insults Zamfara, Wastes Funds Amid Probe Group

Primate Ayodele warns against attacks on churches, mosques in and outside Nigeria

Ogun residents commends Nigerian militarys non-kinetic activities

Media Group Commends NCC on Professionalism, Transparency

AfDB lauds Gov Ododos agricultural drive, names Kogi among SAPZ beneficiaries

E-Visa, e-CERPAC Regime: Transparency Group Accuses Immigration Service of Poor Stakeholder Engagement

Lagos flood: Primate Ayodele scores another first as icon of prophecy

Smoke Without Fire: Dissecting TheCables manufactured rumours against NNPC GCEO, Bashir Bayo Ojulari

PDPs guber candidate, Ezenwafor says party ready to takeover Anambra

ActionAid Nigeria applauds FGs grassroots stimulus plan, urges accountability, non-politicisation

SAPZ will drive industrial revolution in agric sector, says Vice President

Utsev seeks strategic partnership with HoCSF on clean Nigeria campaign

NSITF: NASS to engage Govs, LG chairmen on ECS enrolment, compliance

Experts seek urgent reformsto integrate renewable energy in Nigeria

Work as a team or Super Eagles will crash out of World Cup, Primate Ayodele warns NFF, NSC

Anambra 2025: Why Soludo must go -APC guber candidate

Insecurities: Gunmen kill Ebonyi Majority Leaders policemen

Police arrest 211 suspects in Delta, recovers N8.5m ransom, 18 firearms

Prophet threatens Gov Soludo: Disband Udogachi security outfit or

Viatris launches EmpowerED for Life to tackle erectile dysfunction; advocate mens health in Africa

VCON: Media Experience Sharing Webinar reveals QNETs ethical approach, strong corporate governance

Equi-Resp Africa flags off second phase of free treatment for respiratory ailments in Ebonyi

CDCFIB approves 30 Correctional senior officers promotion to ACG

Plateau WOWICAN vows to intensify fight against GBV

2027: Fours years enough to transform Nigeria, Obi insists

Imo indigenes resident in USA thumbs up Uzodimmas administration over legacy projects- Emelumba

I will stop at nothing to restore peace in Imo says Uzodimma

Group pays twins delivery bill of blind mans wife after two months hostage in hospital

Pakistan reaffirms support for Kashmir on Youm-e-Istehsal

Governor Idris composure and the dilemma of the opposition in Kebbi

Akpabio honoured with international award

2027: Dont start campaigns now

Chima Amadis Surprise Hospital Visit: A N20M Donation Frees 45 Patients, Restoring Hope and Humanity in Owerri

Uba Sani Secures $62.8m Deal for 102 Climate-Friendly Classrooms, Out-of-School Kids Rescue


*LEADERSHIP*

Diddy Seeks Trump’s Pardon Ahead Of October Sentencing — Lawyer

1 Dies In Edo Cult Initiation Ritual

Invest In Cross River, Gov Otu Charges Diasporans

Tinubu Congratulates Nafisa, Rukayya, Hadiza on Global Education Triumph

Germany Expands Schengen Visa Centres In Nigeria, Cameroon, Cyprus

Doyin Abiola Set Standards, Fought For June 12 — Tinubu

BBNaija10: ‘Why I Don’t Relate With People,’ Dede Opens Up

Striking Lecturers Halt Activities At LAUTECH Medical School

Edo Gov Suspends NURTW, RTEAN Activities Over Alleged Extortion

Philanthropist Gives N10,000 Grant To 600 Kogi Residents

Taskforce Vows To End Illegal Occupancy, Crime In Abuja

Speaker Abbas Hails Nafisa, Rukayya, Hadiza Over English Contest Win

Ghana’s Defence, Environment Ministers Killed In Helicopter Crash

INEC Clears 9 Political Parties For Edo By-election Elections

Customs Seizes Rice-laden Tanker, Other Items In Kaduna

Appeal Court Restores Order To Forfeit Properties Linked To Yahaya Bello

JAMB Rolls Out Guidelines For Underage Admission

Oyo Gov’t Begins Enforcement Against Street Trading, Open Grazing

Davido Is Nigeria’s ‘Most Influential Person’, Says Manager Asika

*Gov Abiodun Mourns MKO Abiola’s Widow Doyin Abiola*


*DAILY TIMES*

ADC debunks report that INEC rejected recognition of new leadership

Recognise scholars like sports stars, Abbas tells FG after Nigerian teens win in UK

Put 2027 on hold and focus on governing ex-APC presidential aspirant tells Tinubu

Labour party, CSOs protest at INEC HQ over candidate exclusion

Appeal court restores forfeiture order on Yahaya Bellos properties

Tinubu mourns Doyin Abiola, hails her as media trailblazer

Tinubu congratulates three Nigerians for winning global TeenEagle competition

NCoS promotes 30 senior officers to ACG in leadership reshuffle

Nigerias reform agenda needs a people-centric shift

Labour unions reject tenure extension for FCT Perm Sec, warn against civil service rule violation

What drives me is not personal ambition Obi responds to critics over one-term presidency pledge

Bayo Ojulari breaks silence after resignation rumours, urges stakeholders to rethink energy future

Daily Times mourns former staff Doyin Abiola

APPLY: UK opens applications for 2025 Chevening Scholarships

FCC seeks legislative support for reforms, warns against growing tensions

Nigerias capital inflows hit $5.6bn in Q1 but 92% came from short-term investment


*PREMIUM TIMES*

CHAN 2024: Sudan coach vows to come back stronger against Nigeria

Couple abducted in Ebonyi community over land dispute

Two Ghanaian ministers, six others killed in helicopter crash

At UNEPs Geneva conference, giant sculpture reimagines plastic pollution as public health emergency

AI and the battle for truth in the digital age, By Khadijah Lawan Muhammad

*FAAN speaks on KWAM 1s controversial behaviour at Abuja airport*

On Sowores defamatory statement against the IGP, By Yusuf Yerima

Zenith Bank hosts victorious DTigress, gifts team N200m

FAAN speaks on KWAM 1s controversial behaviour at Abuja airport

Appeal Court restores EFCCs interim forfeiture order on Yahaya Bellos properties

Nigerias Ashionye Raccah stars in Netflixs Wednesday alongside Jenna Ortega

Court remands Enugu native doctor who allegedly buried people alive

Fish Magnet: Police make U-turn, commend VDMs candlelight procession

Flood wreaks havoc in Anambra community

Experts warn of unequal gains from GDP rebasing

Okello Oculi: Tribute to a teacher of teachers and mentor of mentors, By Ahmed Aminu-Ramatu Yusuf

Standard Chartered leads dialogue with continental experts at Africa Summit

Soldier stabs police constable to death

Asisat Oshoala inspires academy players after WAFCON triumph

Why Ill still support Peter Obi in 2027 Chimamanda Adichie

Jigawa completes 26 inherited road projects, initiates 48 new ones

Three Nigerian states unveil plans to tackle flooding

Trump reveals his likely successor after presidential term

Tinubu directs expedited rollout of free healthcare for low-income retirees

Police investigating suspected murder inside Akwa Ibom church

Sanwo-Olu renews push for special status for Lagos

Everyone digging borehole within Lekki axis is probably drinking shit water Lagos govt

CHAN 2024: Eric Chelle slams poor Eagles display against Senegal

2025 MTV VMA: Burna Boy, Asake, others bag multiple nominations (FULL LIST)

*Tinubu congratulates three Nigerian students for excelling at global competitions*

An icon in Nigerian journalism: Tinubu mourns Doyin Abiola

Poor breastfeeding in Nigerias IDP camps worsening child malnutrition crisis Advocacy group

ANALYSIS: Trumps deportation deals signal troubling shift in US-Africa relations

Mixed reactions trail governors reluctance to sign death warrants in Nigeria

Ike Ibeabuchi gets new opponent for comeback bout in Lagos

*Doyin Abiola is dead*

Kano commissioner suspended for standing surety for drug trafficking suspect resigns

Africa CDC backs Nigerias PHC reforms as model for continent

Im still in PDP but will back any arrangement to vote APC out of power Lamido

Abuja administration removes 273 destitute persons, impounds 670 vehicles in four months Official

Nigerias health minister seeks new public health order for Africa

UK opens applications for 2025 Chevening scholarships

Tunisian star clinches BRF Cup as Africas rising table tennis talents shine in Lagos

Abuja administration removes 273 destitute, impounds 670 vehicles in four months Official

Dessers shines as Rangers crush Plze to edge closer to Champions League return

Total break-up: Ademola Lookman empties locker as Atalanta fallout deepens

WASSCE 2025: WAEC disclaims list of 120 schools allegedly involved in malpractice

Nigerias research institute reports zero mother-to-child HIV transmission among women on treatment

NCAA suspends ValueJet pilots over safety protocol violation at Abuja Airport

LP faction dissociates self from planned protest at INEC headquarters

Sowore to appear for interrogation after police re-issue corrected flawed invitation

SPECIAL REPORT: Nigerian graduates with disabilities face discrimination in getting jobs

Police arrest rape, cultism, armed robbery suspects

NMDPRA unifies regulations to address complexities, inconsistencies in petroleum sector

Nigeria clinches 25 medals at maiden African School Games, secures 2027 hosting rights

Lassa Fever: Nigeria records 155 deaths as fatality rate surpasses 2024-NCDC

WHO DG urges Africa to break aid dependency, strengthen health system

Lagos exclusive breastfeeding rate hits 57.4% Official

Former Nigeria president urges support for traditional medicine, health fund for Africa


EXCLUSIVE: What my father told me about MKO Abiola, money, power Otedola

Sitcom Tade Knows Too Much debuts on Wazobia Max

UN plastics treaty negotiation kicks off in Geneva

NACA targets health insurance, local drugs to sustain HIV response

EFCC appeals against partial acquittal of ex-NHIS boss in $2.2m money laundering case

Fish Magnet: VDM defies police order, stages candlelight procession in Anambra

FCC seeks legislative backing to deepen equity, inclusiveness in governance

NHRC, Taiwanese office, CSOs provide support for indigent victims

Ive no rift with my predecessor despite my defection to APC Gov Eno

Lawyer petitions NBC over BBNaija content, gives 30-day ultimatum for ban

Ive never been involved in election rigging Peter Obi

Ecobank Group sells Mozambican subsidiary to Malawian lender

Access Banks Euromoney wins signal new era of regional banking leadership

DTigress fifth consecutive AfroBasket title sparks call for grassroots investment

Education ministry condemns smear campaign against UBEC Executive Secretary, Aisha Garba

Tinubu signs new law to regulate Nigerias insurance sector

How to play best online pokies for real money in Australia Beginners Guide

Trump threatens India with new tariffs in next 24 hours

After cinema, streaming disappointments, Nigerian filmmaker builds own platform

Morayo Afolabi-Brown to exit TVC after 12 years as Your View host


*SPORT*

150 golfers storm Ibadan for Oluyole amateur tourney - Daily Trust

1990 World Cup winner Frank Mill dies at 67 after heart attack - Punch

2025 Afrobasket: Only 9 players in DTigers camp - The Sun

Aboriginal group launches legal bid to stop Brisbane Olympic stadium - Blueprint

Adarabioyo yet to decide on Eagles switch - Punch

AfroBasket fallout: Zenith Bank rewards DTigress team with N200m - The Sun

Afrobasket Fallout: Zenith Bank Rewards DTigress with N200m - Thisday

Ajayi unfazed by favourites ahead of World Champs - Punch

All eyes on Katsina as 2025 polo festival marks NPA centenary - Daily Trust

Arsenal have belief to end trophy drought, says Arteta - Vanguard

Birmingham plot Akpom hijack after Ipswich medical - Punch

BJK Cup: Nigeria thrash Ghana to record second group win - Punch

CHAN 2024: Chelle reacts to Home Eagles defeat to Senegal - The Sun


CHAN: We lost every duel Eric Chelle speaks on Senegal defeat - Vanguard

Chelseas new Brazilian starlet Estevo vows to make family proud - Vanguard

Dessers set for Rangers stay as AEK links fade - Punch

DTigers intensify AfroBasket preparations - Punch

Eagles B stumble against holders inCHANopener - Punch

Eguma: Enyimba out for either NPFL title or continental ticket - Guardian

Ex-Arsenal player Partey granted bail on rape charges - Guardian

Falcons played for pride, not prize Abiodun - Punch

Former Arsenal Star, Thomas Partey, Granted Bail on Rape Charges - Thisday

Home-based Eagles Falter in CHAN 2025 Opener Against Senegal - Thisday

I now have my personal home to visit Sarah Ogoke - The Sun

Ikorodu City, Remo Stars Battle for Top Spot - Thisday

ITTF Africa Youth Cup: Muiz Adegoke, Wassim, Sebatindira advance to finals after thrilling wins - The Sun

Jobe Bellingham opens up on anxieties following Judes path to Dortmund - Punch

Joshua eyes Ronaldo signing with new football agency - Punch

Kalu, Okoronkwo applaud Presidential reception - The Sun

Liverpool set to cut losses with Nunez move to Saudi Reports - Vanguard

Lookman clears Atalanta locker - Punch

Lookman Risks Losing Salary Due to Training Boycott - Thisday

Lookman skips Atalanta training again - The Sun

Man United make 85m bid for Leipzig striker Sesko Report - Punch

Man Utd make 74m bid for RB Leipzig striker Sesko - Daily Trust

Man Utd make 74m bid for striker Sesko - Blueprint

Mboko reaches semis to continue dream Montreal run - Blueprint

Mboko reaches semis to continue dream Montreal run - Daily Trust

MTN Nigeria tees off prestigious golf classic at Ikoyi club - Daily Trust

Naomi Osaka cruises past Svitolina to reach WTA Canadian Open semis - Punch

Newcastles Isak told to train alone amid transfer interest - Vanguard

Nigeria Athletics Masters Gets New Executives - Thisday

Nigeria wins hosting rights for 2nd African School Games in 2027 - The Sun

Nigerian women are built different, says Ogoke after DTigress win as practising surgeon - Vanguard

Nigerians applaud Tinubus rewards to DTigress, urge greater investment in grassroots sports - The Sun

NPFL Youth League: Ikorodu City, Remo Stars battle for top Spot - Guardian

Nwokedike: CitySports Africa prodigy who adores Pedri - Punch

Okonkwo, Wakama rewrite AfroBasket history - Punch

Onyejeocha celebrates DTigress victory, says Nigerias best yet to come - Blueprint

Partey granted bail on rape charges - Blueprint


Scheffler nets $18m without hitting a shot this week - Daily Trust


Sesko: Man Utd ready Nicolas Jackson as back up - The Sun

Shandong gets 2-year ban from Asian club competition after no-show - Blueprint

Spurs join Inter in 50m Lookman race - Punch

Super Falcons victory will attract more girls to football, says Sam Okwaraji Foundation scribe - The Sun


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