NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR WEDNESDAY 6TH AUGUST 2025

*PUNCH*

300,000 children face hunger as WFP shuts Borno, Yobe clinics

2027: PDP, ADC, LP slam Umahi over pro-Tinubu remark

30 senior correctional officers elevated to ACG rank

Seplat JV trains 650 teachers in Edo, Delta

Ogun community council set to unveil new exco

APC, Adeleke trade words over gov’s ‘two-week’ absence

Alausa defends UBEC boss over probe calls

Senate must compel IOCs to clean up Niger Delta – HEDA

FG inaugurates national MSMEs grants, clinics in Akure

Police, students refute viral Nasarawa varsity rape claims

Shehu Sani blames past leaders for North’s woes

Kano APC endorses Tinubu, reaffirms Ganduje’s leadership

WAEC disowns school list in 192,000 withheld results scandal

LASG, CSOs advocate justice for PWDs

Lagos moves to regulate LPG gas, harps on safety

HURIWA commends DSS DG over human rights reforms

Appeal Court upholds arbitral award in N32bn joint venture dispute

FG backs 158 varsity research projects with N4.2bn

Sanwo-Olu unveils roads in Badagry today

Nationwide alert: FG warns of five-day flooding in 19 states

IG warns critics as 38 officers receive special promotions

Yobe, Pantami hail Nigerian global English champions, seek honours

UK opens 2025 Chevening scholarships

Messi ruled out of Inter Miami’s Pumas clash

Group celebrates radio proprietor for community impact

Lawyer backs Abati’s assertion on Nigeria Civil war

2027: Don’t repeat 2019 mistakes, SDP chieftain warns Owerri leaders

I remain authentic Abia ADC chair – Nwoke

Foundation partners FUTO to boost students job skills

Abia health worker laments 16 years in cramped office

Anambra communities hit by flood seek govt help

Ebonyi pastor petitions CP over alleged family assault

*VANGUARD*

Church of Nigeria formally cuts ties with Wales over lesbian Archbishop

NDLEA secures 22 years jail term for couple over drug trafficking in Lagos

Flooding: ‘Move now,’ Lagos govt tells Lekki, Ikorodu, Ajegunle residents

Court dismisses Ogo, Woobs Resources’ appeal

Naira down to N1,565/$ in parallel market

2027: Obi’s single term pledge raises dust

Sowore to meet police Wednesday over undisclosed petition

Edo by-election: APC sure of 98 percent victory says DG

FBI, Ghana seize Shatta Wale’s Lamborghini linked to $4.7m US fraud case

IPoB says profiling of its activities by security forces is hypocrisy

Kano Govt promises to fix deplorable schools

Just In: NCAA suspends ValueJet pilot over safety breach at Abuja airport

FG reiterates commitment to strengthen trade, investment relations with U.S

Lebanon moves to disarm Hezbollah by end of 2025

FG establishes Federal University of Agriculture in Enugu

39-year-old Nigerian extradited to US from France over alleged hacking

FG approves model veterinary hospital for Gombe

Police officer, 8 others killed in renewed attack on Agatu by armed herders

Labour Party distances self from planned protest at INEC Headquarters

Police deny reports of mass rape at Nasarawa varsity

Abuja surpasses Lagos as leading destination for foreign investment

Anambra Agency petitions Police over APC’s ‘violation’ of campaign regulations

First Lady donates N1bn to disaster, banditry victims in Niger

*THE NATION*

NCAA suspends licences of two ValueJet pilots over safety breach

First Lady donates ₦1bn, relief items to Niger flood, fire, banditry victims

I’m attending Davido’s wedding in US, join me, Adeleke replies APC

Jigawa donates 36 vehicles to NURTW

2025 Flood: 191 dead, 94 missing, 134,435 affected in 20 States - NEMA

FG, Kuwait Fund sign $25.35m loan deal to tackle out-of-school crisis in Kaduna

We’ll not award new projects from September – Makinde

Fed Govt disburses ₦250,000 grants to MSMEs in Ondo

2027: Ogun gains in northern Nigeria ‎

Don’t blame Tinubu for north’s woes, Shehu Sani tells critics

Stranded Nigerians in Libyan deportation camp cry out for help

By-election: APC deepens campaign, woos voters in Ovia

N712bn airport modernisation project gets support

Nigeria's capital importation soars by 67.12 per cent in one year

FG begins tour of Kaduna textile hubs to revive cotton, garment sector

*Tinubu signs insurance reform bill into law to boost financial sector, drive $1tn economy vision*

Tinubu signs insurance reform bill into law to boost financial sector, drive $1tn economy vision

Borgu communities commend Tinubu for superhighway project

*Tinubu approves N4.2bn as grant for research*

Nwifuru lifts suspension on 81 Ebonyi government officials

UK opens applications for 2025 Chevening Scholarships

Trump threatens India with new tariffs ‘in next 24 hours’

PPDC launches $4,000 grant for journalists to report on corruption, others

NUC approves 26 new academic programmes for Federal University Dutse

Education minister dismisses reports against UBEC chief Garba

AfroBasket: Nwifuru, Reps member hail Ebonyi-born D'Tigress star Blessing Ejiofor

Ekiti monarch seeks constitutional roles for traditional rulers

2027: APC has no opposition, says Uzodinma

Federal Character Commission decries lack of cooperation from MDAs

Benue Assembly seeks suspension of SUBEB chairman over alleged misconduct

Benue Assembly suspends five members

Oyo police arrest four for hijacking, diverting goods-laden truck

Banks sent ‘bewitching ladies’ to win my business – Otedola

*DAILY TRUST*

Philanthropist rewards Yobe students who won Intl competition

Mother, 5 Children in Katsina building collapse

*APC Chieftain: Those saying North will vote against Tinubu have no electoral value*

ADC chieftain: Tinubu fought his kinsman in power, opposition against him justified

How to decapacitate Boko Haram by Galula

Tinubu assents to Nigerian insurance industry reform bill

Otedola: How banks sent pretty ladies to woo me for deposits

2027 Presidency: Its not yet our turn, Umahi tells Igbo

Revive United Nigeria textiles, Sanusi tells FG

Opposition Exploiting Insecurity for Political Gain Sokoto Dep. Gov

Groom shot dead in Benue

Ex-minister describes Tinubu as A Disaster Worse Than Buhari

Buni to honour teens who won Intl competition

Abuja overtakes Lagos as Nigerias foreign investment destination

Peter Obi: Ive never rigged an election or sponsored violence

CBN: Assessing FX Code policy impact on market growth, stability

Nigerian teenager who won global English competition deserves national honour Pantami

NIGERIA DAILY: Why More FAAC Revenue Translates To Less Development Projects In States

Benue launches digital emergency platforms to tackle humanitarian crises

UniAbuja, others secure 5m for sickle cell research

S/East not neglected in road construction Umahi

Army cautions personnel against extravagant lifestyle after retirement

Nigeria House in deteriorating condition in US, staff owed several months salaries

NLA urges adoption of technologies for library transformation

Why zoning cant hinder creation of Anioma State Committee

3 security operatives killed in Imo, Jigawa

GOC urges ex-students to be champions of goodwill

FG to establish skill acquisition camps for artisans in 36 states

Buni tasks traditional institutions on fight against drug abuse

1 dies during cult initiation in Edo

Kano to convert 115-year-old central prison to museum

FG moves to sustain NNPCL-funded road projects amid funding fears

Why I revoked technology village, UniAbuja lands Wike

Food security: Kano employs 1,038 youths as Agric extension workers

Borno varsity teaching hospital will reduce medical tourism Zulum

Residents, motorists stranded as flood hits Lagos

Troops rescue 2 police officers, 9 hostages in crackdown on bandits in Benue

Troops kill 17 Boko Haram terrorists in Borno

FG intensifies security operations, warns against sabotage

Ojulari surfaces at public function

Ex-govs, 37 others silent in 10th Senate

2027: PDP intensifies push for Obi amid rising ADC momentum

Fresh crisis brews in Rivers APC over LG primaries

ADC chieftain declares self party chair

Inconclusive unknown term in Nigerias electoral law Kano REC

Falana: Tinubus harsh economic policies have erased the middle class

NSCDC official mobbed to death in Jigawa

Stop Insulting Religious Leaders on Social Media Gov. Uba Sani caution Nigerians

Were repositioning VON as true instrument of national power DG

WAEC records worst results in 5 years

Bandits raid Zamfara villages, abduct 24

Ex-soldiers take to street over unpaid entitlements

Crisis hits Kogi ADC as factions trade suspensions

Ogun PDP, Adebutu endorse Tinubu for 2027

2027: PDP wooing Obi shows its decline ADC

Wike gives condition as PDP releases timetable for convention

Lagos Is playing with fire And Tinubu must put it out

So then, when and how do we divide Nigeria' (II)

*NEW TELEGRAPH*

Bakassi Ceding: Hague, Nigeria Werent Fair To CRiver Akpanke

Road Accident Claims 22 Lives In Niger

Nollywood Talents Becoming Gold Like Nigerian Music Olakunle Oni

WBW: Exclusive Breastfeeding Rate Hits 57.4% In Lagos

IsDB/LLF Project In Nigeria Seals $12.3m Deal

FG Tasks African Govts On Strengthening Community Health Systems

Nigeria Needs Sustainable, Secure Energy To Reshape Its Future Seplat Energy

Shell Showcases Role In Nigerias Energy Sector At SPE Conference

AP Ignites Loyalty Drive With Nationwide Visco 2000 Instant Reward Promo

FG, US Pledge Collaboration On Trade, Investment For Economic Growth

Lagos PDP Inaugurates Screening Cttee For Congresses

APC E-Registration Will Commence Soon Uzodinma

Alleged Corruption: Benue Assembly Suspends Five Lawmakers

Lagos Commits To Tackling Human Trafficking, Others

ANSAA Reaffirms N50m Campaign Permit Fee For Anambra 2025

FCTA Beefs Up Security Over Herders-Farmers Clashes

CBIE: Elevating Enterprise Thinking With Every Edition

Shun Corrupt Practices, ICPC Warns NDDC Staff

WhatsApp Cracks Down On Scammers, Introduces New Safety Features

Tourism Minister Inaugurates Planning Cttee For 2025 Summit

Six Policemen Face Sack Over N2m Extortion

CORA, NLNG Honour 2025 Longlist Of 11 Authors

APC Stakeholders In Kano Endorse Tinubu For Second Term

Tinubu Holds Traditional Rulers In High Regard Shettima

65 MSMEs In Ondo Benefit From N75b FG Intervention Fund

APC: PGF Visits Secretariat, Inspects E-Registration Facilities

Reps Decry Non-Compliance With Federal Character Act In MDAs

Ministry Denounces Smear Campaign Against UBEC Executive Secretary

Oforbuike Okoli-Egbo Joins Candlelight Rally For Late Onyekere

FG, Partners Launch Revised National Employment Policy

PCHS Hires Stevedoring Firm To Handle Cargoes At Port

Remi Tinubu Donates N1bn, Food Items, Clothes To Niger Govt

Tinubu Assents To Nigerian Insurance Reform Bill, 2025

APGA Commends Peaceful Procession In Honour Of Fish Magnet

EU, Germany, FG Host GET.invest Inaugural Meeting

FG Approves N4.2b For 158 Research Projects

NEPL/Seplat JV Onboards 650 Teachers In Edo, Delta For 2025 STEP Programme

Electricity Act 2023: A Path To Northern Empowerment Aminu Ganda

Anambra Police Warn Social Media Influencers Against Inciting Statements

Makinde: No New Major Projects After September

2027: Ive Never Rigged Any Election Obi

UNILORIN VC Hails AbdulSamad Rabiu On 65th Birthday

HURIWA Commends DSS DG Over Human Rights Reforms

APMT, Customs Partner To Advance UCMS Implementation At Apapa Port

Bye-Election: APCll Get 98% Vote In Ovia Idahosa

Capital Importation Records 67.12% Increase In Q1 2025

WAEC Reacts To Withheld WASSCE Results

Group Calls For Economic Empowerment Of Nigerian Women

Alleged Extortion: Kwara CP Orders Arrest Of Accused Police Officers

Ajadi Slams US Embassy Over Visa Process

Osun Amotekun Deploys 500 Operatives For 2025 Osun Osogbo Festival

Gunmen Abduct AAUA Official In Ondo, Wife Escapes

Sokoto Introduces Mandatory Rural Service To Address Health Worker Shortage

Suspected Lagos Assassin Arraigned For Murder

NNPC: Group Raises Alarm Over Alleged Plot To Sabotage Reforms

2027: I Believe Obis Four-Year Term Declaration PDP Chieftain

Sanwo-Olu To Commission Strategic Road Network In Badagry

2027: Sowore Speaks On Rotational Presidency In Nigeria

*Gov Yusuf Employs 1,038 Youths As Agricultural Workers*

*THE SUN*

Labour faults Nigerias SDG progress, demands stronger social dialogue

Lagos PDP inaugurates screening committee to select party leaders

WAEC withholds Kings College WASSCE results

Tinubus FG disburses 250,000 to Ondo small businesses

*Osun APC questions Governor Adelekes whereabouts*

Floods displace over 200, cause millions in damages in Cross River

WhatsApp bans 6.8m scam accounts, rolls out new safety tools

Global community must act against nations invading others, says don

Tinubu approves N4.2bn NRF grant, 18 Innovation Hubs for tertiary institutions

EU, Germany, FG host GET.invest Nigeria inaugural steering committee meeting

EFCC arraigns two for romance scam in Kaduna, arrests seven in Abuja

Tinubu signs Insurance Reform Bill 2025 into law

Church of Nigeria ends ties with Church in Wales over LGBT issues

UK opens applications for Chevening scholarships for Nigerian students

Edo targets six LGAs for mpox vaccination campaign

Benue: UNICEF, ILO begin review of Social Register to address vulnerabilities

2027: Ive never been desperate for power Peter Obi

US Embassy threatens to revoke visas of Nigerian students who skip classes

Banditary: FG urged to establish support centers for women in conflict-affected states

Stakeholders laud Tinubu over UBECs boss appointment, praise reforms in primary education

Sokoto launches deep reform to revive its 824 health facilities

How Governor Adelekes political journey to APC hit brick wall

Nigeria on the verge of transformative industrial era DG, RMRDC

Tariff slash triggers blackout in Enugu

Nigerias July growth stalls as manufacturing plunges

ADC, coalition saga like buying disputed house from siblings in court Shehu Sani

By-election: INEC delisting LP illegal, unconstitutional Olorunfemi

BBNaija: Contestants to vote most Influential housemate weekly

*Wike: If I were Atikus son, I would tell him to stop switching political parties*

Bye-election: INEC delisting LP illegal, unconstitutional Olorunfemi

APC brands el-Rufai real threat to Nigerias progress

2027: Drop Shettima or forget NEast, APC stakeholders urge Tinubu

*How Governor Adelekes political journey to APC hits brick wall*

Ogun guber: Im best person to succeed Gov Abiodun Hunye

PDP, APC trade accusation, counter-accusation over seized Osun LG allocation

*Osun guber: Ex-deputy gov, Omisore joins race*

PDP, APC trade accusation, counter-accusation over seized Osun LG allocation

After election: We shouldnt use, dump religious leaders, governor Uba Sani tells politicians

Tinubu awards DTigress $100,000 each, flats, OON national honours after 5th AfroBasket title

Afrobasket Women 2025: Ahmedu commends DTigress for winning fifth straight title

Igoche Mark calls for investment in grassroots basketball

Enabulele celebrates AfroBasket, Badminton, Rugby wins

Leicester accept 9.5 million bid from Besiktas for Ndidi

After 3 WAFCON titles, knee injury, I got N6,000 -Tarhemba

Goldberg Salutes Super Falcons on historic 10th WAFCON title win, reaffirms commitment to Womens Football

Osimhen to hunt Gaziantep FK on Friday

*WAFCON Largesse: Kikelomo Ajayi hails Tinubu over Falcons reward*

Agu-Ejidike hails DTigress historic AfroBasket triumph

Investor caution trims NFEM inflows to $3.38bn in July

DMO eyes yield moderation with N220bn T-bills auction

FBNQuest raises FX stability concerns amid reserve pressure

Chams Holdco eyes N7.9bn capital boost for West, Central Africa expansion

Crude: Nigeria nears 2m barrels daily, tames disruption

FG, stakeholders crack down on sale of adulterated palm oil

AAAG elects Ogunjimi Deputy Chair

FG targets growth with agric sector overhaul

CFM names Mogekwu brand ambassador for Supreme Semolina

NASD reports 646% profit surge, proposes dividend, bonus shares

Shock, outrage as 61% fail WASSCE

*BLUE PRINT*

Recertification of FRSC by QMS reaffirms Corps Marshal Shehu Mohammeds new strides

Tinubu signs Nigerian Insurance Reform Bill 2025 into law

Killings: Declare state of emergency in Plateau now, community leader urges FG

*Shehu Sani to Northerners: Blame past leaders, not Tinubu for your woes,*

*Kaduna: Fresh trouble for El-Rufai as ADC issues stern warning*

2027: Fakais exit not a threat, APC group assures Tinubu

*2025 governorship poll: Im in the race to win, PDP ready to takeover Anambra Ezenwafor*

Healthcare: Why Sokoto government introduced mandatory rural service Commissioner

Philanthropist rewards Yobe students for winning global competitions in London

Fresh crisis hits Benue assembly, 5 lawmakers suspended

Bruit Costaud, Policy Vault Africa partner to transform policy access, advocacy

22 die in Niger road crash

*Niger disasters: Remi Tinubu gives N1bn, 2000 bags of rice to victims*

Quarrying activities: Court dismisses N500m negligence suit against construction company

Resist illegal change of leadership, ADC state chairs tell INEC

UK opens 2025/2026 chevening scholarship applications *How to apply

COAS advocates welfare reforms to prepare soldiers for life after retirement

Curtailing scourge of Hepatitis

Re: Queen Amina did rule; the war on her memory assault on Zazzaus history

Kano government inaugurates tree planting campaign, distributes 5m seedlings

Deforestation in Cross Riverand the need for action

Popular TV host Morayo Afolabi-Brown resigns from TVC

Is falling food prices genuine relief

Manchester United submit bid for Sesko

From laughter to legacy: How Yanbaba inspired Corps members at Anambra orientation camp

The task of managing a university

Kaduna NBA commends Uba Sani over cabinet reshuffle

Invest in your state, Otu urges diasporan Cross River indigenes

Renewed Hope Agenda: Education ministry reacts to allegations of misconduct against UBEC executive secretary

Afrobasket Championship: Musawa congratulates DTigress on record-breaking win

Ebonyi: Nwifuru recalls suspended commissioners, others

ARCONs skills acquisition camp future of Nigerian workforce Minister

Nigeria awarded hosting rights for 2027 African Schools Games

How banks sent bewitching ladies to lure me into taking loans, placing deposits Otedola

Zamfara: Bello Turji releases 32 hostages, agrees to peace deal

Alleged notorious assassin Olori Eso arraigned in Lagos

Nigerian teenager named worlds best in English at Global TeenEagle competition

World Cup winner Frank Mill d!es

BBNaija lacks excitement without my presence Portable

Again, Peter Obi defends one-term pledge

2025 Afrobasket: 9 players report to DTigers camp ahead of tournament

BBNaija Season 10: Housemates up for eviction, 2 exempted

Sokoto government proposes 15-year service bond for scholarship beneficiaries

Jaywon denies taking sides in Wizkid-Davido feud

Thomas Partey granted bail on rap charges

Group celebrate Speaker Abbas 2 years in office

Again Ribadu, Mustapha distribute relief materials to 500 Adamawa flood victims

26-Year-old Nigerian man stabbd to dath in London

Cristiano Ronaldo leads Al Nassr squad to Lagos for preseason camp

CSO slams Lawals administration for promoting indecency in Zamfara schools

Sabon Garin Damri residents berates Gov. Lawal over insecurity after bandit attack

CSO criticize Gov. Lawals administration for promoting indecency in Zamfara schools

Court sends physically-challenged woman to jail for drug trafficking

Were here to position VON as instrument of national power DG

Tinubu lauds Igbinedion on entrepreneurship, education

2027: El-Rufai, ADC leaders threat to Nigerias unity APC

Time to redefine our national purpose

Akpabio bags international peace award

ACS2 drive Africas climate leadership on green growth, finance agenda

*GUARDIAN*

Arewa leaders squandered power, failed the North, not Tinubu Shehu Sani

Customs intercepts 1,600 smuggled birds bound for Kuwait at Lagos airport

Fela died poor Made Kuti

FCTA plans relocation of 273 destitute persons to states of origin

Church of Nigeria cuts ties with Church in Wales over lesbian archbishop

FG targets 70,000 community health workers by 2029

CSOs urge FG to release 108b for immunisation amid child mortality concerns

Ministry denounces smear campaign against UBEC Secretary, Aisha Garba

3rd African U18/U20 Athletics Championships: Veni, Vidi, Vici

Big Baby Boi eyes growth beyond skits

My government spent 130b on Ekiti roads in one year Oyebanji

Rwanda to accept up to 250 migrants from US

Clerics secure release of 32 hostages after talks with Bello Turji, others

Muslim groups decry humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza

European countries announce $1 bn purchase of US weapons for Ukraine

NSCDC intercepts truck with suspected vandalized street light poles

Atiku, Buni, Pantami applaud Yobe students global English, debate feat

Kyiv buries soldiers wife and daughters killed in Russian attack

Porto legend Jorge Costa dies aged 53 after heart attack

Soldier, seven civilians abducted, rescued by troops in Jos

Remi Tinubus RHI donates N1b to Niger flood victims

Sowore sets condition before honouring police invite

UK, South Africa, US lead Nigerias capital inflow in Q3 2024

Japan commits $1m to fight cholera in Kosofe, four other Lagos LGAs

APC members accuse Okpebholo of lopsided appointments in Edo LG

NAFDAC sets up team to regulate breast milk substitutes

Group opposes Sanwo-Olu over directive on LG appointments

UK opens applications for Chevening scholarship

Otu woos diaspora, announces development desk for Cross River

Your View host Morayo Afolabi-Brown quits TVC

Alia condemns killing of travelers, attack on Benue community

Nigerian lawmaker renovates 80 cemeteries in Zamfara as constituency project

Cybercrime: Court fines 21 convicted foreign hackers N1m each

Tech firm launches talent contest in Rivers

WASSCE: WAEC addresses reports on cancelled results, calls for script

AfroBasket win: DTigress coach thanks Tinubu for life-changing rewards

Enugu NMA seeks law against gas plants in residential areas

KlintonCod backs Kemi Badenoch, says UK prison better than Nigerian boarding schools

Oluyinka Davids wraps filming on immigration-themed drama, KNOCK

Sowore rejects zoning, calls for open presidential race in 2027

Ogoni stakeholders seek more funding from FG, oil firm 14 years after UNEP report

NewGlobe, NGF lead talks on foundational learning with Nigerian states

ND Western achieves 35 million hours without lost time injury

Opposition governors defecting out of fear, not principle PDP chieftain

Over 1,000 FUTO students trained in digital, career development skills

FG promotes 30 senior cadre correctional officers

CAN condemns communal clash in Adamawa

Nigerian Marketing Awards adds new categories as 2025 entries open Aug 15

Oando Foundation, NCIC empower youth with green economy skills

Skipping classes, dropping out may lead to visa revocation, U.S. Embassy tells Nigerians

CSO exposes poor state of Katsina rural clinic where snakes take refuge

Tinubus UBEC appointment earns praise for primary education reforms

Nigerian diaspora group raises alarm over embassy conditions in New York

Senator Salisu felicitates Iya Sunnah of Egbaland, Yemi Kolapo

CSO sounds alarm over deplorable state of Kaduna secondary school

Oduntans wife for burial on Wednesday, Thursday

US to require $15,000 bond for some visitors

FCT police arrest two sisters, others for staged kidnapping

North got over 50% of 2024, 2025 project allocations

*THE AUTHORITY*

NAGAFF alleges sabotage, seeks delisting of rival freight bodies

Nigerian Army donates health care facility to Abia community

Verydarkman storms Awka for murdered fish magnet

Tinubu engages the NorthBy Hakeem Baba-Ahmed

FCTA impounds over 670 vehicles in one month

NCC, IHS Towers lead others to NITRA-ALTON CNII & Telecom Sustainability Conference 2025

NITRA-ALTON CNII & Sustainability Conference gets new date in August

*APC Govslaud e-registration progress during visit to Yilwatda**

Fakais resignation wont affect APC National Integrity Movement, leaders assure

Wake up, strategise or your members will work for ADC, Primate Ayodele warns Benue Gov

Primate Ayodele commends Chief of Army Staff for success in fighting terrorism in Northeast

FEMD vows to mitigate flood impact in Abuja

Akeredolus wife endorses Peter Obis one-term promise

FG approves N4.2bn for 158 TETFund-sponsored research projects, okays contracts for innovation hubs

Tinubus Loudest Voice of Reason in the North, Arewa Group Lauds Defence Minister of State Matawalle

Badeggi Radio: Bago backs down, commits to press freedom, democratic governance

Pakistan reaffirms support for Kashmir on Youm-e-Istehsal, condemns Indias actions in IIOJK

How Berbie Beauty is celebrating African beauty and culture

HURIWA Commends DSS DG Over Human Rights Reforms, Urges Institutionalisation of Human Rights Desk Nationwide

2026: APC youth leaders push for unity ahead of AMAC election

Tinubu Has Ended Years of Neglect in North Central, Says Sani 313 Support Groups

FG reels out achievements in securing communities as NDLEA recovers 2.9m kg cannabis, others

MSM targets multi-billion dollar investment in cement, rivals Dangote, Lafarge, Bua, others

Tukur Tukur youths applaud Speaker Abbas for 2 years of transformative leadership

Shinkafi blames politicians on worsening security

Prof. Ortuanya expresses gratitude to Tinubu, Mbah on appointment as 16th UNN VC

Sabon Garin Damri residents blast Gov Lawal over security after bandit attack

Tinubu rewards AfroBasket winning DTigress with $100,000, national honours, houses

Kaduna Health System Booms a Year After Top Ranking, $500,000 Prize

FAKAI Slams Shaafatus Muazu Disclaimer as Baseless and Disingenuous

*LEADERSHIP*

Dangiwa Lauds ARCON On Summer Skills Acquisition Centre

REA, Esodora Sign MoU To Boost Energy Access Nationwide

Abbey Mortgage Appoints Okonkwo As ED

Leadway Assurance, Ecobank Partner On Tailored Insurance Solutions

Linkage Assurance Revenue Hits N22.2bn In 2024

Heirs Insurance Partners Influencers, Drives Insurance Literacy

Police Arrest 5 Suspected Ritualists In Akwa Ibom

Keyamo, Rewane, Others To Discuss Aviation Financing At LAAC Conference

‘Nigeria First Policy To Enhance Patronage of Local Tech, Products’

UACN Reports Revenue Of N110.4bn As Consumer Demand Surges

43 IDPs In Edo Set To Graduate From Tertiary Schools

*You Are Not Our Match, APC Governors Tell ADC, Others*

UK Opens Applications For Chevening Scholarships For Nigerians, Others

Collapsed Building Kills Mother, 5 Children In Katsina

Kwara Assembly Rues Patronage Of Hotels By Underage, Secondary School Students

21 Foreign Hackers Fined N1m Each, Ordered To Depart Nigeria

2 Arrested For Threatening Violence, Unlawful Possession Of Arms

*World’s Best In English Skills: I Wanted The World To Know Nigerians Can Win, Says Yobe Schoolgirl Nafisa*

Abuja Overtakes Lagos As Nigeria Records $5.64bn Capital Importation In Q1

Ex-NNPP Guber Candidate Alleges Unfair Treatment Of Visa Applicants By US Embassy

*DAILY TIMES*

*FG disburses N250,000 grants to Ondo small businesses at MSME clinic*

I believe Peter Obi Akeredolus wife backs one-term promise, compares him to Lee Kuan Yew

Tinubu signs insurance reform bill into law as Nigeria targets $1trn economy

Minister hails NSITF for reform strides, backs expansion of social safety net

*Kano signs $12.3m deal to deepen farm mechanisation, create 22 rice enterprises*

Resign if you cant secure Zamfara, ADC tells Dauda Lawal

*Wike warns PDP: Resolve south-south crisis or forget national convention*

Chimamanda Adichie: My support for Peter Obi is rooted in my love for Nigeria

*2027: INEC warns political parties against premature campaign activities*

Wike vows to reclaim undeveloped mass housing lands in Abuja

WAEC: Only 38.3% of candidates pass 2025 WASSCE with credit in English, Maths

Bauchi targets 20 LGAs in second phase of drainage clearing

Use your platforms for progress, not retaliation, Tinubu tells youths

FG begins reconstruction of collapsed Keffi flyover, says victims families compensated

Benjamin Kalu pushes gender inclusion bill to raise womens representation in politics

Obi has no chance against Tinubu in 2027, says Biodun Olujimi

DTigress crush Cameroon to book semifinal spot

Former Enyimba captain Olorunleke in talks to join Shooting Stars

Oyo launches $37m agro-processing zone to boost agribusiness, job creation

MAN urges manufacturers to embrace alternative funding amid soaring lending rates

Pension assets hit N24.63trn in June domestic stocks, FGN bonds drive growth

Oil marketers warn Dangote against bypassing distribution chain, cite risk of scarcity

2Baba marries Natasha Osawaru in private ceremony, six months after Annie separation

*PREMIUM TIMES*

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

37 condemned prisoners awaiting execution in Bauchi

TRENDING: Tinubu came when Nigeria needed him most Seyi Law

*Fela was broke; died poor Made Kuti reveals*

Nigerian lawyer sheds light on Soludo-Peter Obi verbal war on single term

Only 40% comes to producer, Deyemi Okanlawon reveals harsh truths about cinema revenue

Tinubu urges Nigerians to think globally, act locally

Court jails internet fraudster for impersonating American recruiter

Watch Tyla, Wizkid in Dynamite music video

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Special Fraud Unit Lagos gets new CP

Constituency Project: Federal lawmaker renovates 80 cemeteries in Zamfara

Niger Disasters: Tinubus wife donates N1bn to victims

*Ebonyi governor lifts suspension on 81 govt officials*

ASUU awards scholarships to 18 indigent students in BUK

Katsina first lady calls for concerted action against breast, cervical cancer

30 senior officers of Nigeria Correctional Service promoted

Police re-invite Sowore to appear today, activist sets conditions for compliance

*Terrorist Bello Turji surrenders arms, releases captives after Islamic clerics intervention*

Workers want Nigerian polytechnic rector removed, give reasons

Police kill five kidnappers Official

PalmPay partners with FG to drive data protection awareness

Gov Alia condemns killings of travellers, attack on Benue community

2027: CSOs write INEC, ask commission to stop early campaign for Tinubu, Makinde, others

Nigerians seek constitutional review to enable judges sign death warrants, instead of governors

AfroBasket, Rena Wakama and DTigress, By Reuben Abati

Former Arsenal player Thomas Partey arrives court to face rape charges

UK introduces tougher gun laws following deadly shootings

VON D-G restates commitment to staff welfare

The Peter Obi vow, By Gbemiga Ogunleye

NUJ reacts to CJIDs ranking of Imo as the most dangerous state for Nigerian journalists

One reported dead during cult initiation

NFF President commends Carlohas commitment to sports development in Nigeria

Court frees lecturer from rape charges as Ogun withdraws case

Kogi govt approves paid parental leave policy

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Gates Foundation commits $2.5 billion to advance womens health research in underfunded areas

Sarah Ogoke: The First Lady of AfroBasket glory

Police arrest man, wife, girlfriend, sister in shocking fake kidnap-for-ransom plot

Aiyedatiwa splashes N60m, house gifts on Super Falcons defender, crew

BBNaija 2025: 27 housemates face eviction as Victory saves Kayikunmi

Uganda suffer heavy defeat in CHAN opener

How gunmen attacked, killed two police operatives in Imo Driver

Fields of Fear: Militia attacks in Benue force women off farmlands

Abuja pastor facing rape charges returns to pulpit after five weeks detention

NNDC chairperson calls for constitutional recognition of regional development commissions

*Lagos govt lists 176 illegal estates, issues developers ultimatum to obtain approvals (FULL LIST)*

Aradel Holdings Plc, reports impressive H1 2025 unaudited revenue of 368.1bn, up 37.2%

Oando achieves 63% production growth, posts 1.72trn revenue in H1 2025

Bandits kill 11, abduct many in Zamfara community

WASSCE 2025: WAEC withholds results of sponsored students due to states indebtedness

Court orders final forfeiture of Bentley, Venza, cash recovered from internet fraud suspect

$100,000 up for grabs in Next Afrobeats Stars talent show

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El-Rufai pens moving tribute for wife Asia on birthday, calls her his OgaAtTheTop

*SPORT*

120 battle in TPPA National Junior Tennis tourney - Punch

120 junior players jostle for laurels at TPPA National Tennis Finals - Daily Trust

14 coaches complete IHF License D Course - Punch

25 players depart Bendel Insurance - Punch

Abbas, Kalu congratulate D'Tigress over FIBA Afrobasket win - Punch

Ademola Lookman Boycotts Training to Force His Exit from Atalanta - Thisday

Afrobasket Women 2025: Ahmedu commends DTigress for winning fifth straight title - The Sun

After 3 WAFCON titles, knee injury, I got N6,000 -Tarhemba - The Sun

Agu-Ejidike hails DTigress historic AfroBasket triumph - The Sun

Aiyedatiwa gifts Demehin, 2 Super Falcons officials N60m - Daily Trust

Amid rape charges, Partey set to join Villarreal on free transfer - Guardian

Amstel Malta, Goldberg honour Super Falcons WAFCON triumph in Lagos - Guardian

Amusan wins fifth national title in Lagos - Punch

ATP relocating tournament from Serbia to Greece - Blueprint

Ballon dOr dream team features legends who never won award [Full List] - Vanguard

Barcelona thrash Daegu 5-0 in pre-season friendly - Punch

Benue reiterates commitment to grassroots sports investment - Daily Trust

Burna Boy electrifies the stage at the England Lionesses UEFA Euro 2025 victory celebration - Guardian

Coaches call for Zenith basketball league improvement - Punch

Departing Spurs captain Son in tears on emotional evening - Guardian

Dessers to lead Rangers attack in UCL test - Punch

Djokovic withdraws from ATP Cincinnati Masters - Daily Trust

Djokovic withdraws from ATP Cincinnati Masters - Vanguard

Dynaspros Nigerian Youth Team Shines On UK Tour - New Telegraph

Dynaspros youth team shine on UK tour - Punch

Egypt scoop 5 gold at ITTF Africa Youth Championships - Daily Trust

Enabulele celebrates AfroBasket, Badminton, Rugby wins - The Sun

Everton agree 28m deal for Chelseas Dewsbury-Hall - Blueprint

Former Enyimba captain Olorunleke in talks to join Shooting Stars - Daily Times

Frank Mill, 1990 FIFA World Cup winner, dies aged 67 - Vanguard

FULL LIST: Award winners at 2025 FIBA asNigeria's Okonkwo wins MVP - Punch

Full List: Chelsea eject 9 players from squad for new season - Vanguard

*FULL LIST: Nigeria ranks second country with most FIBA Womens AfroBasket trophies - Punch*

*German club backs out of signing Israel striker after fan backlash - Vanguard*

Goldberg Salutes Super Falcons on historic 10th WAFCON title win, reaffirms commitment to Womens Football - The Sun

Gov Fintiri Lavishes Falcons Coach with House, N50m Gifts - Thisday

Hobbled at home, Nigerian sportswomen dominate abroad - Vanguard

I made transfer request because Atalanta left me no choice - Guardian

Igoche Mark calls for investment in grassroots basketball - The Sun

Ikenne, Umuahia, Kano to host NPFL Youth League zones - Guardian

iLOTBET Slashes Minimum Withdrawal to Just 100! - Thisday

Imperious DTigress win fifth consecutive Afrobasket title - Daily Trust

Ipswich Town to sign Akpom on loan - Blueprint

Ipswich, Birmingham in tug-of-war over Akpom - Punch

Jobe Bellingham anxious about following Jude at Dortmund - Vanguard

Jota, Silvas boyhood club honours brothers in new kit - Blueprint

Kebbi governor boosts Kauran Gwandu FC with N20m - Blueprint