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SUDANESE ARRESTED WHILE WANDERING IN PLATEAU BUSH, ADMITS ENTERING NIGERIA THROUGH LIBYA, NIGER REPUBLIC
A 24-year-old Sudanese national, identified as Mohammed Sale Mohammed, has been arrested in Plateau State after he was reportedly found moving suspiciously in a...
NIGERIA POLICE ARREST 173 SUSPECTS, RESCUE 32 KIDNAP VICTIMS IN NATIONWIDE OPERATIONS – SITUATION...
The Nigeria Police Force has announced the arrest of 173 suspects linked to terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery, cultism, and murder across the country...
ZAMFARA TOPS AS NIGERIA RECORDS 98 HOMICIDE, TERROR, BANDITRY, KIDNAP, ROBBERY CASES IN SEVEN...
A new security situation report has revealed that at least 98 serious crime incidents were recorded across 22 states and the Federal Capital Territory...
U.S, IRAN TO SIGN PEACE DEAL IN SWITZERLAND JUNE 19 AFTER CEASEFIRE AGREEMENT
The United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran are set to formally sign a peace agreement on Friday, June 19, 2026, in Switzerland...
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KAJURU ABDUCTION: ADARA PEOPLE DEMAND APOLOGY OVER ALLEGED POLICE, COUNCIL COVER-UP
Kaduna — The Adara Development Association (ADA) has raised serious concerns over the reported abduction of 166 worshippers by armed bandits in Kurmin Wali...
3 DEAD, 40 INJURED AS TRUCK RAMS INTO ROADSIDE SITTERS
At least three people have died and around 40 others were injured after a canter truck lost control and rammed into individuals sitting by...
KATSINA AMNESTY FOR BANDITS SPARKS REACTIONS AS 70 BANDITS SET FOR RELEASE
Prominent socio-political and regional organisations, including Afenifere, Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Ohanaeze Ndigbo, and the Middle Belt Forum (MBF), have strongly condemned the Katsina...
Tinubu in Abu Dhabi: Positioning Nigeria’s Reform Agenda on the Global Investment and Energy...
A Vision for Nigeria’s Place in the New World Order.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday delivered a far-reaching and strategically calibrated address at a...
FED GOVT BOLSTERS NATIONAL ECONOMY THROUGH NPA
The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), continues to strengthen the national economy via record trade facilitation, infrastructural development, and enhanced operational...
Politics
BULLETS BEFORE BALLOTS: INSECURITY THREATENS 2027 POLLS – 5,272 KILLED IN 5 MONTHS
Growing insecurity across Nigeria is raising concerns over the conduct of the 2027 general elections, with electoral officials, legal experts, civil society groups, and...
AMAECHI TO LEAD ADC CAMPAIGNS AS ATIKU PLANS PRESIDENCYREFORM
Former Edo State Governor and Senator representing Edo North, Adams Oshiomhole, has challenged claims by former Minister of Transportation, Chibuike Amaechi, that he played...
STATE POLICE: STATES TO HANDLE LOCAL POLICING, FEDERAL AUTHORITIES RETAIN NATIONAL SECURITY ROLE
Momentum is building in Nigeria’s National Assembly over a proposed constitutional amendment that would establish state police alongside the existing federal policing structure, in...
TINUBU, JONATHAN, OBASANJO, GOWON, AKPABIO CELEBRATE ABUBAKAR AT 84 AS BOOK LAUNCH RAISES ABOUT...
Nigeria’s political elite, including former presidents, serving officials, foreign dignitaries, traditional rulers, diplomats, and business leaders, gathered at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on...
OGUN 2027: ADEOLA PICKS ADEGUNWA-BALOGUN AS RUNNING MATE
The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced Kudirat Abiodun Adegunwa-Balogun as the running mate to its Ogun State governorship candidate, Olamilekan Adeola, ahead of...
Economy
‘OVER 70% OF ELIGIBLE NNPC STAFF SEEK EXIT’
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has launched a voluntary early retirement programme that is reportedly gaining strong participation from staff, with...
FG MAY PAY SALARIES THROUGH ENAIRA PLATFORM – REPORT
The Federal Government may soon begin using the eNaira to pay salaries, pensions, and social welfare benefits as part of a new Central Bank...
DANGOTE REFINERY CUTS WEST AFRICA FUEL IMPORT VOLUMES
The expansion of the Dangote Petroleum Refinery has led to a significant reduction in clean petroleum product imports across West Africa, reshaping regional fuel...
NIGERIA EXCEEDS OPEC QUOTA, OIL PRODUCTION HITS 15-MONTH HIGH – NUPRC
Nigeria’s crude oil production has climbed above its OPEC production quota, reaching a 15-month high in May 2026, driven by improved operational stability and...
NIGERIA EYES 209,000MW, $11BN SOLAR POWER PROJECTS — REPORT
Nigeria is pushing an ambitious long-term energy transformation plan that aims to significantly scale up electricity generation capacity, targeting about 209,000 megawatts by 2050,...
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Entertainment
SHAKIRA, BURNA BOY TO PERFORM OFFICIAL WORLD CUP SONG AT OPENING CEREMONY
Colombian pop star Shakira and Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy are set to perform the official song of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at...
K1 DE ULTIMATE GIVES GRAND TOUR OF HIS NEWLY COMPLETED RESORT IN IJEBU ODE...
Veteran Fuji singer King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall, widely known as Kwam1, has unveiled his newly completed luxury resort located in Ijebu, drawing widespread attention...
DAVIDO TRENDS ONLINE AS HE FLAUNTS HIS MULTI-BILLION NAIRA 20-ROOM MANSION UNDER CONSTRUCTION IN...
Afrobeats superstar Davido has given fans a first look at his luxurious 20-room mansion currently under construction in Eko Atlantic, Lagos.
The multi-billion naira project...
SHAKIRA PICKS UGANDA’S GHETTO KIDS FOR FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 FINAL HALFTIME SPECTACLE
Uganda’s Ghetto Kids Invited by Shakira for FIFA World Cup 2026 Half-Time Show
Ugandan dance group, the Ghetto Kids, have received a major international spotlight...
FAMILY OF ALEXX EKUBO BREAKS SILALENCE AFTER HIS DEATH, REVEALS WHAT LED TO ACTOR’S...
The family of late Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has publicly addressed the circumstances surrounding his death for the first time.
In a statement released on...
Entertainment
FENCING FEDERATION TAKES COMMONWEALTH CHAMPIONSHIPS PITCH TO INVEST LAGOS 3.0
The Nigerian Fencing Federation has intensified efforts to attract support for the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships by showcasing the event at the Invest Lagos...
‘THE PITCH WAS VERY DRY’: GUIMARAES BLAMES BAD PITCH FOR BRAZIL’S PASSING ERRORS AGAINST...
Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has cited poor pitch conditions as a key reason behind his team’s uncharacteristic passing difficulties in their 1-1 draw against...
AUSTRALIA PULL OFF STUNNING UPSET AGAINST TURKEY, SCOTLAND EDGE HAITI 1-0
Australia produced one of the biggest surprises of the tournament with an impressive 2-0 victory over Türkiye, while Scotland secured a hard-fought win against...
2026 WORLD CUP: THIEVES RAID ENGLAND’S VAN, STEALING VALUABLES INCLUDING KANE AND BELLINGHAM BOOTS
England's preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have been disrupted after thieves reportedly targeted a vehicle transporting the team's training equipment and player...
USA VS PARAGUAY: BALOGUN DOUBLE FIRES USMNT TO BIGGEST WORLD CUP VICTORY IN HISTORY
The United States Men’s National Team began their 2026 FIFA World Cup journey in emphatic fashion with a commanding 4-1 victory over Paraguay at...
Health
THE ONE VEGETABLE EXPERTS SAY BOOSTS BRAIN, HEART AND GUT HEALTH SIMULTANEOUSLY
Leafy greens and cruciferous vegetables are among the best foods you can regularly include in your diet if you want to support your brain,...
UNTREATED HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE QUIETLY DESTROYS ORGANS, HEALTH EXPERTS WARN
Doctors Warn Against Stopping Blood Pressure Medication as Silent Health Risks Rise
Doctors have raised concerns over the growing number of patients who stop taking...
SCIENTISTS DEVELOP 3D IMPLANT THAT COULD CONTROL HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE WITHOUT DAILY DRUGS
Researchers at Penn State University have developed a tiny 3D-printed implant that could offer a new way to control high blood pressure without relying...
DR CONGO EBOLA CRISIS DEEPENS AS DEATH TOLL SURGES TO 131
Ebola Outbreak Worsens in Eastern DR Congo as Death Toll Rises
The Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has continued to escalate, with...
EBOLA SCARE: NCAA TIGHTENS AIRPORT SURVEILLANCE ACROSS NIGERIA
The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has directed airlines and airport authorities across the country to tighten health surveillance measures following concerns over a fresh...
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TOP STORIES TO READ ON HEADLINENEWS.NEWS TODAY
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SUDANESE ARRESTED WHILE WANDERING IN PLATEAU BUSH, ADMITS ENTERING NIGERIA THROUGH LIBYA, NIGER REPUBLIC
A 24-year-old Sudanese national, identified as Mohammed Sale Mohammed, has been arrested in Plateau State after he was reportedly found moving suspiciously in a...
NIGERIA POLICE ARREST 173 SUSPECTS, RESCUE 32 KIDNAP VICTIMS IN NATIONWIDE OPERATIONS – SITUATION...
The Nigeria Police Force has announced the arrest of 173 suspects linked to terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery, cultism, and murder across the country...
ZAMFARA TOPS AS NIGERIA RECORDS 98 HOMICIDE, TERROR, BANDITRY, KIDNAP, ROBBERY CASES IN SEVEN...
A new security situation report has revealed that at least 98 serious crime incidents were recorded across 22 states and the Federal Capital Territory...
U.S, IRAN TO SIGN PEACE DEAL IN SWITZERLAND JUNE 19 AFTER CEASEFIRE AGREEMENT
The United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran are set to formally sign a peace agreement on Friday, June 19, 2026, in Switzerland...
Opinion
NIGERIA’S DEMOCRACY AT 27: A JOURNEY OF TRIALS, TRANSFORMATION, AND A TURNING TIDE
Nigeria's Democracy at 27: A Journey of Trials, Transformation, and a Turning Tide
By Dr. Fraser. MFR.
The National Patriots.
June 12, 2026 — As Nigeria marks...
OYO ABDUCTED PRINCIPAL SPEAKS FROM CAPTIVITY: “STOP PLAYING POLITICS WITH OUR LIVES” (VIDEO)
Three weeks after armed men attacked schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State and abducted dozens of pupils, teachers and school officials,...
THE BATTLE FOR LEGITIMACY: WHY NIGERIA MUST STOP BANDITS BECOMING ALTERNATIVE GOVERNMENTS (VIDEO)
WHEN BANDITS BECOME GOVERNMENT: THE DANGEROUS NORMALISATION OF CRIMINAL AUTHORITY IN NORTHERN NIGERIA
Headlinenews.news Special Report
One of the most dangerous developments in Nigeria's security crisis...
REFORM, RELIEF AND RE-ELECTION: TINUBU’S DEFINING CHALLENGE
Reform, Relief And Re-election: Tinubu's Defining Challenge
By Princess Gloria Adebajo-Fraser MFR
Governance & Perception Management Consultant
History is filled with leaders who saved economies and lost...
STATECRAFT AFTER SHOCK THERAPY: HOW PRESIDENT TINUBU CAN TURN ECONOMIC PAIN INTO POLITICAL VICTORY...
STATECRAFT AFTER SHOCK THERAPY: HOW PRESIDENT TINUBU CAN TURN ECONOMIC PAIN INTO POLITICAL VICTORY IN 2027
By Gloria Fraser, MFR
Governance & Perception Management Consultant
History is...
Religion
JUMMAT MUBARAK! 26TH OF DHUL QA’DAH 1447AH(12 JUNE 2026) AND A DAY OF JUMU’AH....
Jumu'ah Mubarak – 26th of Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH
Alhamdulillahi Rabbil-'Alamin. All praise belongs to Allah, the Lord of the worlds, Who grants life, guidance,...
ISLAM AND KIDNAPPING: WHAT THE QUR’AN AND ISLAMIC LAW REALLY SAY
ISLAM AND KIDNAPPING: WHAT THE QUR'AN AND ISLAMIC LAW REALLY SAY
In recent years, kidnapping has emerged as one of Nigeria's gravest security challenges. Thousands...
ISLAM AND KIDNAPPING: WHAT THE QUR’AN AND ISLAMIC LAW REALLY SAY (VIDEO)
In recent years, kidnapping has emerged as one of Nigeria's gravest security challenges. Thousands of Nigerians—Christians and Muslims alike—have fallen victim to abductors seeking...
OYO MUSLIMS REJECT KIDNAPPERS’ SHARIA DEMAND, CALL FOR SAFE RETURN OF ABDUCTED SCHOOLCHILDREN
The Muslim Community of Oyo State has strongly condemned efforts by kidnappers to associate their criminal activities with Sharia law, declaring that such individuals...
JUMMAT MUBARAK! 19TH OF DHUL QA’DAH 1447AH(5 JUNE 2026) AND A DAY OF JUMU’AH....
*Today is 19th of Dhul Hijjah 1447AH (5 June 2026) and a Day of Jumu'ah (Friday)*
*The Book of the Sick - Kitab al-Mardha*
Narrated `A'ishah:
When...
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