NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR THURSDAY 3RD JULY 2025
PUNCH
Delta monarch pledges to preserve Asaba cultural heritage
Delta group holds stakeholders peace talk
FG unveils Renewed Hope housing scheme in Calabar
Ondo monarch seeks support after court victory
Universities must spearhead solutions to national challenges – VC
Reps unveil zonal hearing schedule for constitution review
Strike: FCT workers issue fresh ultimatum as Wike intervenes
Edo poll: APC, PDP confident as Supreme Court holds final verdict
Customs budget N14.39bn luxury vehicles for senior officers
Dele Momodu backs ADC coalition, warns Tinubu against destroying democracy
Lakurawa kills 15 in Sokoto village
Power shift in Plateau Assembly as APC’s Nanlong emerges Speaker
Lagos, Afreximbank train 253 SMEs on export promotion
LASG begins sensitisation on pension transition
Sanwo-Olu unveils key roads, in renewed infrastructure drive
Oyo launches subsidised transport for varsity students
Diri’s aide lauds Tinubu over Nembe-Brass road project
N’Delta monarch urges journalists to remain focused amid challenges
Support community growth, Diri tells corps members
NDPYF alleges gang up against NDDC MD
Group wants Tinubu to probe Calabar hospital CMD
‘Private varsities should get TETfund grants’
NHIS hits 20 million enrolment target
Anambra killings not targeted at Ebonyi indigenes — Police
ADC conclave of ‘internally displaced politicians’ – Presidency
Sanwo-Olu unveils two major roads in Alimosho, Agege
FG records progress in eliminating neglected tropical diseases
Soludo vows to clear all unpaid gratuity in August
Reps set dates for nationwide constitution review public hearings
FG asks IOCs to reopen dormant oil wells to boost production
FG signs manpower agreement with Saint Lucia, begins deployment
FCTA workers end three-day protest, issue fresh ultimatum
VANGUARD
OPC to support customs in boosting security — Gani Adams
Will saga: Roomans not involved in new agreement, Biographer tells court
Arrest growing youth unemployment, Madumere charges FG
NDDC: Political foes gang up against Ogbuku, fabricate falsehood against Jonathan
Brain drain crisis: Migration expert reveals root causes, policy failures
Ajayi-Kadiri, MAN D-G to FG: Sell Warri, P’ Harcourt Refineries, others now
Over 200 Boko Haram terrorists surrender to troops in Lake Chad axis
Bridging divide: NCC, REA panel ignites digital, energy inclusion
Hunger, inflation fuelling Nigeria’s insecurity, Methodist Prelate tells Tinubu
Senate to CBN: Your policies have improved economy
Naira gains N3.42 against dollar as IMF hails CBN FX reforms
Nigeria, Saint Lucia sign manpower assistance deal
UNICEF drives child budgeting, nutrition fight in Jigawa
Soludo pledges to clear all unpaid gratuity in August
How coalition into ADC will strengthen APC ahead of 2027 — Keyamo
Nigeria’s active oil rigs rise to 44 as FG allocates N326bn to host communities
Troops neutralize suspected bandit, rescue victim in Wase
Lagos suspends BRT lane enforcement on Eko Bridge, Odo-Iya-Alaro axis
THE NATION
ADC coalition a desperate alliance of failed politicians – Tinubu Media Force
Nigeria signs manpower assistance deal with Saint Lucia
Nigeria, UNCDF to sign interest-free loan agreement
Beware of political hawks, state capture agenda, Okechukwu warns over ADC
Senate moves to amend procurement law to support local contractors
Tems launches initiative to empower women in music
NHIS enrolments hit 20 million, says DG
Lagos LG polls: Only accredited federal security will function, says police commissioner
FIRS to hold two-day tax clinic in Lagos for small businesses, startups
Trust military to tackle security challenges, Etsu Nupe urges Nigerians
Fountain varsity leads five Islamic-based institutions to chart devt plan for Nigeria
Ondo community raises alarm over influx, activities of illegal miners
Nigeria oil rigs increase to 44, says NUPRC
Adeleke, Osun PDP reject Atiku’s coalition, insist party remains strong
NSITF presents N23m cheques to two beneficiaries of ECS
FG promises to watch oil prices closely, keep economy stable, inclusive
Outstanding varsity students to receive N50m venture capital grant – FG
Shettima to privatisation council: Safeguard public interest, ensure due diligence
I’m not leaving Labour Party – Gov Otti dismisses defection rumours
ADC ex-presidential candidate, state chairmen disown Atiku, Mark
UPDATED: Supreme Court reserves judgment in Ighodalo’s case against Okpebholo’s election
Constitution review: Reps to consider 46 new states, 117 LG creation requests
NIWA governing board vows to curb security threat on waterways
My administration changing infrastructure development story across Nigeria – Tinubu
ROLL CALL: Atiku, El-Rufai, Malami, Tambuwal, others attend ADC coalition unveiling
BREAKING: ADC unveils David Mark, Aregbesola as new leaders
CAC announces overhaul of CRP, unveils AI-powered registration portal
Coalition: Those who left PDP will return – PDP NWC
Nigeria to phase out diesel dependency, cut emissions with hybrid energy — Shettima
IMF applauds CBN’s tight monetary policy as key driver of Nigeria’s economic stability
JUST IN: Plateau Assembly elects Nanloong as new speaker
Army remains committed to protecting Nigerians – COAS Oluyede
NUJ tasks Kaduna govt on urban security, urges faster road works
Tinubu’s reforms fueling a new wave of subnational development
THISDAY
Atiku-led Coalition Has Bought Bad Market, Says ADC 2023 Presidential Candidate, Kachickwu
FG, World Bank Move to Tackle Poverty Amongst North-west Women
Tinubu: Were Changing Infrastructure Development Story Nationwide
Tertiary Education: FG Announces N50m Grant for Students, Unveils Cttee to Commercialise Research
FIRS 2025 Tax Clinic Holds in Lagos. To Provide Assistance to New, Prospective Taxpayers
Shettima: Nigeriall End Diesel Dependency, Cut Carbon Emissions With Integrated Hybrid Energy
Edo Guber: Ighodalo, Okpebholo to Know Fate as S Court Reserves Judgment
FG Unveils Reports to Guide Policy Reforms for Girls Education
Bauchi Calls for Investment in Agriculture, Llivestock, Mineral Resources Sectors
EODBC: Kwara Sensitises Judiciary, LG Officials, Business Owners on Small Claims Court
Tinubu Canvasses Synergy Between Africans And People Of African Descent Towards Building A Better Future For Black Race
Ekiti Gov Assures Investors of Business-friendly Environment
Again, Bandits Strike, Kidnap 32 in Niger, Kwara Communities
Otu Receives New Navigational Charts for Bakassi Deep Seaport
David Mark Dumps PDP for Anti-Tinubu Coalition, Abuja Hotel Cancels Booking for Opposition Meeting
FG Tasks Monarchs to Join Fight against Gender Based Violence
Niger Delta Celebrates Chief Wellington Okirika on His Birthday
Stakeholders Urged to Embrace Researchas Catalyst for National Development
Kogi Ranks Lowest in Domestic Debt among the 36 Sates
Coalition: ADC Faction Rejects Aregbesolas Appointment, Alleges Attempted Party Hijack
NISO Unveils Brand Identity, Pledges Neutrality in Power Grid Management
Impact of Domestic Instability on Nigerias Global Image
Constitution Review: The Defining Test Before 10th Senate
WIKE, FUBARA, AND NICCOL MACHIAVELLI
IN THE WAKE OF MANGU TRAGEDY
BAUCHISSWINGINGPOLITICAL CULTURE
South East Group Berates PDP, Says Regions Marriage with Party a Nightmare
Wale Babalakin: Celebrating a Man of Purpose @65
How Nigeria is Harnessing Seabed Mapping to Boost Blue Economy, Maritime Safety and Climate Resilience
Emergency Obstetric Training to Hold This July in Lagos, Powered by Birthsafe
Intreensic Officially Launches Made-in-Payments to Spotlight Africas Payment Trailblazers and Inspire the Next Generation
Despite Economic Downturn, Nigerias Non-pension AuM Up 71% to N10.1trn
Currency in Circulation Rises toN5.01trn, Cash Outside Banks NowN4.63trn
Tax Reforms: New Law Ushers in Clarity, Broader Base, Compliance
PenCom and Search for Alternative Investment Portfolios
Mining with Purpose: Redefining the Social Contract Between Industry and Community
Firm Launches Institutional Services to Empower Fintech Innovation
Aradel Holdings, Wema Bank Outpace Others toNGX- 30 Index
ExpertRecommends Key Reforms to Tackle Building Collapse in Nigeria
FGRalliesPrivateSector for Intra-AfricanTradeFair
Stanbic IBTC Bank Wins Trade Finance Award
Why More Nigerians Are Turning to Golden Terra Oil
adidas Set to Launch Largest Store in West -Africa and First Waterfront Store Globally in Lekki, Lagos
First-Class Politicians Playing Second-Hand Politics
Imaobong Uko is 10th Nigerian Athlete Serving Ban for Dope
Osayi-Samuel: 2026 World Cup Ticket Not Beyond Super Eagles Yet
NIS DG, Philip Shaibu, Vows to Reform Foremost Sports Institute
Angulo Seite Wins Yucateco Boxing League, Recieves N50m Prize Money
Beyond Limits Coach, Olumide Ajibolade, Heads NNL Super 8 Technical Study Team
Dolphin Swimming League Award Set for July 5
Saudis Al Hilal Stun Man City in Club World Cup
Additional Four Bouts Added to Professional Fighters League Africa Second Event
Health Sector Reforms: Nigeria Plans Exit from Dependence on External Funds, Says Pate
Opposition Coalition Formally Adopts ADC, Unveils Party, Interim Exco Today
DMO: N59.796tn FGN Bonds Accounted for 80% of N74,887tn Domestic Debt in Q1 2025
Tinubu: Functional Capital City is Foundation for Functioning Nation
Over 20 Speakers Expected as Stakeholders Brainstorm on Gas Safety in Abuja
Reps Urge FG to Pay 1.1m Debt to OACPS
Lokpobiri to Oil Firms: Shape Up Or Ship Out, Tinubu Has Provided Necessary Incentives for Output Growth
DAILY TRUST
From Extraction To Enablement: Reimagining Governance, Growth And Taxation In Nigeria
NMA gives FG 21-day ultimatum to withdraw new circular on salary adjustment
TECNO Spark 40 Series: The Slimmest Device is Comingand the Pre-Order Starts Now
FG commissions Kano Digital Industrial Park looted during August riot
Reps draw battle line with Senate over bills concurrence
Kole Shettima, Prof Pate bag Kashere Varsity Honorary Degree
Chelsea sign Brazil forward Joao Pedro from Brighton
David Mark leading us to Aso Rock, says Coalition
We Are Watching you, PDP warns members promoting coalition
Free Legal Resources if Youre the Victim of a Crime
PHOTOS: Malami, Oyegun, Senators, ex-Govs spotted at coalitions unveiling
Plateau assembly elects new speaker as Dewan resigns
Mokwa flood: 600 missing victims presumed dead Lawmakers
Prof. Gwarzo Urges FG to Name University After Dantata
Abuja Hotel Makes U-Turn, bars Coalition members from premises
Japa: TETFund earmarks N110bn to train medical personnel, deploy simulation tech
Sanusi to deliver keynote address at International Business Law Conference
How man who sneaked into bank through toilet was caught hacking systems
Why Buhari was seen as a slow president Garba Shehu
NAHCON completes 2025 Hajj return operations
Ex-student sentenced to death for killing teacher in Plateau
David Mark dumps PDP as moves to unseat Tinubu thickens
Coalition settles for ADC, picks Mark, Aregbesola to coordinate anti-Tinubu battle
NIGERIA DAILY: What If INEC Chair Isnt Appointed by the President
Military kills 10 terrorists in gun duel at Nigeria-Cameroon border
CAC launches AI-powered business registration portal
Firm boosts Nigerias Clean Energy Transition with fleet conversion
Reps to probe Nigerias 1.2m debt to OACPS
E-Visa: Over 14,000 applications processed in 6 weeks Interior minister
Commissioner-nominee, Prof Alkali, rejects offer
Security beefed up in Lafiagi after violent protest
Akume-Alia feud: How truce will shape 2027 polls
SCM Capital declares N307.00 coupon per unit, up by 143.65%
Kogi domestic debt stands at 20.38b, acquires 15 mining licenses, govt
Nigeria commits to $40 billion intra-African trade financing
NAEng advocates improved PPP for infrastructure devt
Shippers Council, Truckers union move to tackle extortion, container detention
Former Nasarawa governor Tanko Al-Makura replaces Idris Olorunnimbe as UBEC chairman
NASENI, Abuja Tech Village partner to power Nigerias innovation drive
Ward excos suspend Nasarawa APC chairman
APC chairmanship: CPC stakeholders intensify push for Al-Makura
Obis one-term presidency not sellable in North IPAC Chair
4 drown in Gombe flash flood
Lagos traditional ruler dethrones six chiefs for impersonating him at LP campaign
New tax laws and lessons for northerners
Dysfunctional parties, dysfunctional democracy
Change tactics to save troops from wanton killings
Gunmen kill 10 people in Anambra community
Nigeria tax bill 2024 as industrial policy instrument
Strike: Wike, FCT council chairmen to meet labour leaders on Thursday
11-year-old almajiri drown in FCT community
Why ex-minister Sirika split billion naira airport contract awarded to relatives Witness
Flood: FCTA barricades Galadimawa road
Corps members urged to live peacefully with host communities
FCT elders forum urges Wike, council chairmen to end teachers strike
Police meet stakeholders on security in Lagos schools
Children dying in South Sudan after US aid cuts NGO
Filling stations foot-drag as Dangote reduces PMS price
Julius Berger, Conoil exit NGX30 as Aradel, Wema Bank join
NEW TELEGRAPH
The Futility Of ADC Coalition: Why Obi, Atiku, Others Cannot Match Tinubu
Galaxy Backbone Launches 1Government Cloud Academy To Equip Civil Servants With Digitalisation Skills
Gov Okpebholo Visits Sokoto, Commends Road Projects
Galaxy Backbone Launches 1Government Cloud Academy To Equip Civil Servants With Digitalisation Skills
Galaxy Backbone Launches 1Government Cloud Academy To Equip Civil Servants With Digitalisation Skills
Zamfara APC Congratulates Dalori On Appointment As Acting Natl Chairman
Galaxy Backbone Launches 1Government Cloud Academy To Equip Civil Servants With Digitalisation Skills
Abbas Seeks Special African Parliamentary Forum To Tackle Conflicts
PDPll Bounce Back Damagum
FG To End Diesel Dependency, Cut Carbon Emissions Shettima
Shettima Urges NCP To Protect Public Interest In All Transactions
2027: ADC Leaders Step Down For Mark, Aregbsola To Reposition Party
Reps Move To Revive Baro Inland Port
Reps To Debate 46 New States, 117 LGAs At Zonal Hearings
FG Announces N50m Venture Capital Grant To Support Student Enterprises
Gov Aliyu Commissions Tamaje Water Scheme In Sokoto
Mokwa: CAN Donates Food Items To Flood Victims
Lagos, Afreximbank Train 253 SMEs To Boost Export Capacity
Minister Inaugurates NIMASA, NIWAs Governing Boards
UK Govt Stops Overseas Recruitment For Caregivers
Im Committed To LP, Not In Any Coalition -Otti
Sen Kalu Lauds Tinubu, Dep Speaker For Establishment Of Fed Institutions In Bende
Gov Inuwa Named Champion Of Subnational Investment Reform
Afikpo LGA Gets Education Secretary
LASHMA Hosts Providers Forum, Enforces Health Insurance January 2026
Ogboji Killings Caused By Internal Crisis Says Ebony Leader
SEast Institute For Vocational Studies Scales Second Reading
IMF Projects Nigerias Real GDP Growth At 3.4% In 2025
ECS: Family Of Deceased Unity Bank Staff Gets N11m Compensation
Plateau Lawmakers Elect Nanlong Daniel As New Speaker
Fire Destroys Properties, Shops In Oyo
ADC Takes Shape As New Opposition, Targets 2027 Presidency
Harness Technology, Innovation To Drive Social Progress, Tinubu Urges Africans In Diaspora
Philanthropist Empowers Women, Girls In Kogi
Benue: HYPPADEC Chief Calls For Boost In Security Intelligence
Council Boss Vows To Revamp Moribund Shendam Continental Hotel
Performance, Integrationll Unlock Africas Gas Potential NLNG
Gombe Ranks 4th In Nigeria Digital Tax Administration
SOPO: Exclusive Premiere, Trailer Debut Marks New Era In African Animation
NiMet, ECOWAS Move To Enhance Regional Disaster Preparedness
2027: Obi Submits One-Term Proposal To Coalition
Court Convicts Social Media Influencers For Naira Abuse In Ibadan
Jury Reaches Partial Verdict In Diddys Trial
NIC Staff Calls On Tinubu, CJN Over Poor Welfare, Salary Disparities
OYCSDA Funds New 60 Micro-Projects In 30 Communities
FCT Teachers Strike: Wike To Meet Area Council Chairmen, NUT, NANs
SCourt Adjourns Judgement In Edo Guber Petition Indefinitely
Gov Nwifuru Condemns Killing Of 13 Ebonyi Indigenes In Anambra
Ensure Inclusive Governance In Kwara, Babalola Tells AbdulRazaq
APGA Fixes July 21 For Anambra South Primary Election
2Face Apologises Over Men Not Built For One Woman Comment
Keystone Bank Empowers Entrepreneurs Across Nigeria With SME Business Clinic
Ex-Senate President David Mark Resigns From PDP
KWSG Organises Workshop For L-PRES Project Staff, Journalists
Flood: Two Dead, Houses Destroyed In Borno
Jubilation As Shinkafi Volunteer Forces Kill Bandit Commander, Danbokolo In Zamfara
2027: Aregbesola Joins Coalition, Appointed As Interim Scribe
Ajibola Makes Case For Statistical Data In Natl Devt
Olowu Bags UNESCO-TOFAC Cultural Award
THE SUN
NERC: 187,194 meters installed in Q1 2025
Nigeria to phase out diesel, slash carbon emissions with hybrid energy, Shettima announces at climate summit
Tinubu commissions dualised, ancillary roads in Bwari
Sanwo-Olu unveils new roads, vows no part of Lagos will be neglectedWhy poverty remains endemic in North-West Nigeria Women Affairs Minister
Clarion Shipping unveils Nigerias first indigenous container vessel, eyes regional, China trade routes
Oyetola inaugurates governing boards of NIMASA, NIWA, charges members to uphold national interest
FG earmarks N50m support fund for students to scale up enterprises
IPOB warns Biafra agitators against taking advantage of Kanus detention to cause trouble in South-East
Senate moves to amend procurement, local content laws to empower local contractors
Plateau elects new speaker as Dewan resigns
Tension in Warri as Itsekiri threaten to shut down oil facilities in protest against INECs compromised final report
Senate approves bill to establish Bitumen Development Commission
ADC: Abuja hotel cancels booking for planned unveiling
Coalition: ADC will adopt international practices Aregbesola
LaLiga release 2025/2026 opening day fixtures [Full list]
Full list: All quarterfinal fixtures for Club World Cup
Galatasaray coach reaches out to Osimhen over transfer move
Senate backs Kalus Electric Vehicle Bill to drive green mobility, industrial growth
NPAN congratulates The Sun MD, Ukeh, on election as NGE general secretary
N76bn, $31.5m fraud: AMCON ex-director denies signing Arik Air loan deal
Ex-aviation minister approved 100% payment to coy owned by daughter, son-in-law Witness
EFCC nabs 31 fraudsters in Nassarawa
DHQ nuetralises terrorists kingpin, Yellow Danbokkolo
FCT police arrest 3 suspected bandits
2027: Mobilisation for Jonathan swells in the North
Coalition: Atiku, others make final decision
In Enugu, were building institutions, not just projects Gov. Mbah
INEC chairman charges RECs to decongest polling units, manage electoral logistics, security
APC launches Operation Recapture Oyo State for 2027 elections
Oyo APC begins revalidation, upgrade of membership register
Anambra guber: ADC litmus test for 2027 coalitionNwosu
Nasarawa APC declares support for Sule, Bello
2027: Join coalition to unseat APC Atiku, Lamido to PDP members, Nigerians
President Federation Cup victory Emir of Ilorin donates giant cow to Kwara Utd
Trabzonspor hires jet to fly Onuachu to Turkey
Let me go!
Scandal! Mikel offered me $50,000 to play at Beijing Olympics Siasia
Juventus joins Betis in race for Ndidi
Leverkusen includes Boniface in seasons plans
Juventus makes first direct contact with Osimhen
Yucateco Boxing League made 20 Nigerian pugilists millionaires
Netherlands overtakes Nigeria for World Champs relay spot
Osayi-Samuel pleads for second chance with Besiktas
More networks, less value: Irony of Nigerias telecom landscape
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