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NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR FRIDAY 26TH JUNE 2026

THE NATION

Controversy trails prosecution of IIHL MD over business transaction

Why coups are becoming contagious in West Africa, by don

Initiative to combat evolving drug threats

Global leaders, partners push for prosperous Africa

REDAN chairman condemns rate of building collapse

Firm marks three decades of operation

Blood donor drive campaign  for today

Diversify, single income no longer enough, Nigerians told

‘Tinubu may win 22 states in 2027’

CCB arraigns governor’s Chief of Staff

Family members, leaders celebrate Odukoya at 70th memorial lecture

Ondo begins payment of N2.6b gratuity arrears

Fubara sends MTEF to Rivers Assembly

Adeleke seeks CP’s redeployment over Esa-Oke incident

Zulum shuts Bama IDP camp, targets full closure across Borno

Insecurity: Oba of Benin activates grassroots security

CBN orders freeze of accounts linked to terrorism financing

State Assemblies ready to okay State police Bill

Akpabio, Wike tackle ADC, Mark over attacks on Tinubu’s record

Pressure on marketers to cut petrol pump price

Oriire: We’ll rescue victims unhurt, says Tinubu

Parties get INEC’s access code Friday

Shettima urges increased investment in human capital development across northern Nigeria

Oyo govt extends curfew in 10 local government areas by 24 hours

Osun APC dep guber candidate demands probe into fatal campaign truck incident

Lagos threatens to revoke contracts over delayed housing projects

Tinubu mourns ex-Senator Anthony Adeniyi, hails democratic legacy

‘Fake news, hate speech pose threat to communication development’

Insecurity: Makinde warns against any form of support, harbour of criminal elements

Mushin explosion caused by mechanical fault, not bomb, says Lagos CP

Oyebanji, Arise mourn Senator Adeniyi’s death

2027: NAN, Novel Communications partner on political compendium

Safety in Yorubaland: Afenifere declares support for Sunday Igboho

PUNCH

Don advocates investment savings culture to boost economy

Lagos seeks greater ownership of Africa’s creative economy

30,000 Lagos primary pupils to benefit from school feeding initiative

36 Speakers back state police, final test begins

FG unveils digital HR platform for civil servants

OOUTH doctors suspend strike after Ogun payment pledge

Stakeholders push strategic leadership to tackle security threats

188 die, 1,500 injured in Venezuela earthquake disaster

Tinubu vows safe return of abducted Oyo teachers, pupils

Rivers Assembly resumes, receives Fubara’s spending plan

Lagos urges vigilance against Ebola in Eti-Osa, Ibeju-Lekki, Epe

Nigeria must fix home front before leading Africa again — Minister

Unidentified motorcycle riders pose security threat, Kwara warns

Radda vows to end water shortages in Katsina

Afenifere backs Igboho in anti-banditry fight

REDAN seeks tougher building laws after fresh collapses

Armed gang, two female accomplices nabbed for murder, robbery in Niger

UNFPA to provide life-saving kits for 100,000 vulnerable Benue residents

Zulum orders IDP camp shutdown over insecurity

35m Nigerians to experience acute food insecurity, warns N’East groups

Bauchi gov’s son writes father to pay retirees gratuities

Yusuf renames popular Kano hospital after politician

Foundation trains 500 cassava processors to drive 20% bread flour policy

NAEDL, AEDC pledge improved power supply to Nasarawa communities

Stakeholders hail Zamfara for reviving bandit-hit economy

Kwara stakeholders push policies to secure shea economy future

UNICEF launches climate-resilience programme for Jigawa schools, clinics

Police engage Jigawa stakeholders to curb cross-border crimes

Oyo okays contributory pension scheme with 12% funding

Police health drive will reduce personnel deaths — Kwara command

Kwara students lead war against cultism, sex-for-grades

Family indicts eight over Osun teenager killing

LEADERSHIP

Power Supply Returns as Benin–Egbin 330kV Line Resumes Transmission

NUC Grants Recognition To Taraba’s New Climate Varsity

Ekiti Court Sentences 2 Men To Death For Kidnapping NYSC Staff Member

FRSC Inaugurates NigeriaRAP Committee To Tackle Road Crashes

Obi Files N5bn Defamation Suit Against Ex-Ally Okonkwo

World Cup’s Most Beautiful Fan Moment Yet

YCee Reflects On Impact Of 2020 Mental Health Diagnosis On Music Career

PRP Opposes State Police, Questions Tinubu Administration’s Credibility

Keyamo Signs Off Enugu Airport Concession After 20 Years

EFCC, CAC Join Forces Against 80% Unregistered PoS Operators

South-East Basketball Gains Momentum As New Court, Regional Championship Boost Development

Providus, Unity Bank Begin Integration as Merger Enters Final Phase

Gombe Gov Commissions GOGIS Field Office, Flags Off Land Title Recertification

Wike Slams David Mark Over ADC Claims On FCT Roads Construction

FG Hands Over Enugu Airport To Private Operator For Concession Deal

Alleged Misconduct: Human Rights Lawyer Faults Suspension Of Ozekhome From SAN Title

N300m Criminal Eviction: Court Orders Arrest Of Police Officer

Turaki-led PDP Backs Gov Nwifuru For ‘Calling Out’ Wike

NRS, CITN, Push Tax Awareness To Deepen Compliance, Support Reforms

2027 Polls: INEC Moves To Prevent Candidate Nomination Errors, Trains Parties On Portal

NAOSS Advises Students Against Drug Abuse

Leave Wike Out Of Your Political Misfortunes, PDP Slams Ebonyi Gov Nwifuru

Firm Adds PKO Mill, Piggery to Agribusiness

Broos Attributes South Africa’s Historic Victory Over South Korea To Tactical Discipline

Oil Prices Slide to Pre‑war Levels As Hormuz Traffic Resumes

Lawyer Seeks Disu’s Intervention Over Alleged Political Killings In Osun

Mohbad: Court Sets July 10 For Judgment On Fresh Investigation Suit

Zendaya Proves Style Doesn’t Have To Be Expensive In $35 Spider-Man Tee.

State Police: Metuh Commends Tinubu, Describes Reform As Historic Milestone

CISLAC Condemns Assault On Sowore, Mob Killing Of Kaduna Woman

Fubara Seals Off Collapsed Building Site, Orders Full Investigation

SGBV, Other Criminal Offences Must Never Be Mediated Informally — SPRiNG

APC Chieftain Hails State Police Bill, Calls for Abuse Checks

Arewa Group Backs INEC, Vows To Boost Voter Participation

THE SUN

NECO releases 2026 BECE results for over 186,000 candidates

10 rescued as five-storey building collapses in Lagos

66 more Nigerians evacuated from South Africa arrive Lagos

Bandits do not deserve second chance, must be eliminated — Uba Sani

Tinubu honours Ihonvbere at 70, praises scholar-turned-politician

Appeal Court adjourns hearing in suit against deregistration of ADC,…

Only 20 per cent of POS operators registered – CAC

Tinubu praises Sanwo-Olu’s governance at 61, Gbajabiamila’s service at 64

Tinubu honours Ihonvbere at 70, praises scholar-turned-politician

Tinubu praises Sanwo-Olu’s governance at 61, Gbajabiamila’s service at 64

Nigeria, Netherlands sign customs pact to boost trade, border security

Flood: Shettima orders activation of fusion and trigger room, release of intervention funds

Air Force chief urges global alliances to combat emerging security threats

FG completes handover of Enugu airport to concessionaires, extols Mbah’s role

One interchange at a time, we are rebuilding trust – Tinubu

Appeal Court adjourns hearing in suit against deregistration of ADC, 4 other parties to July 7

Nwifuru troubled by prospect of rejection, says PDP

Kwara APC primary dispute deepens as youth coalition rejects Danladi

Benue PDP disowns Agbo, confirms Aondoakaa for 2027

Court adjourns Emeka Ike’s N10bn privacy suit against Wike’s aide, INEC

Minorities in Plateau North protest alleged exclusion from APC

Opposition yet to present credible challenge to Tinubu, APC chieftain says

Kaduna: Police rescue nine hostages, lose two officers in bandit ambush

NANS Ogun joins NDLEA road walk to mark 2026 int’l day against drug abuse

Plateau: NDLEA arrests 1,587 suspects, seizes 9.4 tonnes of prohibited drugs

Building collapse: 2 recovered dead in Lagos

Delta police arrest four kidnapping, robbery suspects, recover firearm

Customs seizes N4.6bn contraband and illicit drugs in Ogun

NDLEA destroys industrial meth lab in Oyo forest, arrests Mexican expert, four Nigerians

Only 20 per cent of POS operators registered – CAC

Rivers: Fubara reaffirms commitment to blue economy, private sector

‎Nigeria’s airports need more passengers, not just more terminals – Kuku, FAAN MD

PMS: Dangote Refinery further reduces gantry price to N1,125 per litre

FG moves to revive steel industry, attract fresh investments

NLNG Train 7 hits 90% completion, sets 2027 date

NDIC sensitises Bayelsa students to financial literacy, savings

World Cup: Everything to know about Ecuador vs Germany match

World Cup: Everything to know about Japan vs Sweden match

World Cup: We shut big mouths – South Africa boasts after win over South Korea

Jarvis fires back at Ycee over ‘ignorance culture’ criticism

Why I can’t build with a man – Kunle Afolayan’s daughter

Mr Ibu’s family appeals for help over rent, school fees

Nigerian society no longer celebrates academic excellence – Rapper YCee

Singer Spyro accuses religious leaders of profiting from Nigeria’s insecurity, hardship

Why I may never have children – Actress Nancy Isime

VANGUARD

TCN restores power to Benin-Egbin 330kV transmission line

Mushin blast caused by mechanical failure, not bomb CP Fatai

2027: PDP eyes 10m votes, unveils youth, women network

Tinubu greets Sanwo-Olu at 61, Gbajabiamila at 64

Flooding: Shettima directs early activation of action

Oluremi Tinubu decorated as grand matron of Nigerian Red Cross

Education Ministry orders FUTO VC to cancel 24 appointments

Plateau Assembly pledges legislative backing for state police

Missing presidential approval document delaying N36bn entitlement payment Ex-Nigeria Airways workers

FG reassures Oyo, South-West on security, promises safe return of Oriire kidnap victims

Why airlinesre not passing fuel cost increases to passengers United Nigeria Airlines

Police debunk bomb scare in Mushin, confirm mechanical explosion

Gov Lawal presides over security council meeting, pledges more support for troops

Insecurity: Ndigbo must prepare, protect homeland Ejiofor

Insecurity: Liberalise gun ownership for self-defence, ex-NBA chairman urges FG

2027: PDP recovered, ready to reclaim dominance Wabara

Senate approval of state police a historic milestone Oyintiloye

Trailer crashes into FMC Umuahia fence, causes traffic gridlock

IGP reinforces security in Bokkos, deploys AIG to Plateau over attacks

After Enugu, three more airports up for concession Keyamo

Bayelsa police arrest man over false bandit attack report, monarchs son for attempted murder

Nigeria must be secure, stable before leading Africa, says Foreign Affairs Minister

Taraba police gets first permanent headquarters in 35 years

Attacks on INEC Chair, politically motivated Northern youths

Sowore: DSS bullish conduct, humiliation unnecessary NLC

Wike knocks David Mark over FCT roads, defends Tinubus record

FG to review N70,000 minimum wage Gbajabiamila

Obidike to opposition: No vacancy in Aso Villa, Tinubu still Nigerias messiah

Three die, two injured as vehicle plunges into River in Ebonyi auto crash

FCID rescues 45 trafficking victims, uncovers counterfeit products, nabs fraud suspects

Zulum orders closure of Bama IDP Camp, says Gwoza next

10 countries with the best road quality 2026

Police dismiss report of suspicious items dropped from helicopter in Anambra

State Police Bill: Reform hasty amid failure to strengthen NPF CUPP

State police may suffer funding crisis, abuse by governors Ex-Police Commissioner

NECO releases 2026 BECE results, fixes July 22, 23 for re-sit examination

5 countries that pay people to get married

Terrorism Financing: CBN freezes accounts of Adamu Ciroma, four others

Eba Island Oil Dispute: Atijere monarch threatens protest over exclusion from talks

Arik Case: Court admits judgment validating AMCON receivership

Nigeria will witness monumental development with effective tax system Oyedele

State Police may fail without strong local governments Ubani

Arik trial: No financial gains traced to Ex-AMCON boss, Kuru, Ilegbodu EFCC witness

Nigerians suffering more than ever Ogomegbulam, Okolo, Muo fault Onanuga

2027 election will be about performance, not intimidation, PDP tells Gov Nwifuru

NDLEA seizes 9,488kg of illicit drugs, secures 71 convictions in Plateau

Police foil kidnap attempt, rescue 9 victims in Kaduna

Police foil Kidnap attempt, rescue nine victims in Kaduna

Federal workers to protest over wage review on Monday

Ebola outbreak worsens as death toll rises Africa CDC

I graduated from school, yet no job Jarvis slams Ycee over Olodo Uprising remark

Its not easy Mr Ibus widow appeals for financial assistance

Plumptre debunks corruption, WAFCON omission claim

Trump to mark US 250th anniversary at Mount Rushmore

State Police will face funding crisis, abuse by governors Ex-Police boss

Police arrest three over murder of ex-OGTV staff, security guard

State Police: Tinubu lacks moral authority, public trust PRP

Venezuelans trapped alive after twin quakes kill at least 164

Someone is making noise inside: 15 rescued, one dead as Lagos 3-storey mall collapses

THISDAY

26 Rescued, 8 Dead in Lagos

Two Kidnappers Sentenced to Death in Ekiti as Court Commends DSS Investigation

EFCC Witness Insists N4.9bn Arik Air Funds Were Diverted to NG Eagle, Admits No Money Traced to Ex-AMCON Boss

FG Seeks Reversal of Judgment Restoring Dawes Island Licence, Says Eurafric Failed to Produce Oil After 17 Years

IGP Orders Reinforcement of Security Assets in Bokkos, Deploys AIG Zone 4 in Plateau

Police Arrest Suspected Killers of Ex-OGTV Worker

NECO Releases 2026 BECE Result

Sanusi: Traditional Rulers, Religious Leaders Must Actively Discourage Division, Extremism, Hate Speech

Another Batch of Nigerian Returnees from South Africa Arrive

RTEAN Disowns Members Participation in Tinubu/Shettima 2027 Visit, Raises Accountability Concerns

State Police Bill Will Boost Womens Safety, Inclusion, Says NGO

LG Boss Lauds Abiodun, Yayi for Presidency Award

EBSHIA Beneficiaries EndorseNwifuru for Second Term

UNFPA Donates to Benue, Reaffirms Support forVulnerable Persons

Omisores Ally, Ismail, Vows to Boost Re- election of Adeleke

Nigeria Can Rise in One Generation, Adebayo Rolls Out Vision for National Renewal

Controversy Trails EFCCs Prosecution of IIHLBoss Over InvestmentDispute

Bad Governance, Economic Hardship, Pushing W/AfricaBack into Coup Cycle

Drawcok Slams N100bn Legal Action against FBNQuest Merchant Bank, Three Others over Alleged Forceful Seizure of Property

Olaopa Seeks More Independence For RMAFC

X-Raying Issues Fuelling Plateaus Endless Communal Attacks

Osborn Umahis Emerging Political Footprint in Ebonyi

UNFPA Donates to Benue, Reaffirms Support forVulnerable Persons

eTranzact1,000 Agents to Deepens Financial Inclusion in Ogun

Mid-Year 2026 Video Gaming Trends

Beyond Politics: Why Hamzat Remains a Strong Contender for Lagos Governorship

Managing Initial Challenges of Implementing State Policing in Nigeria

Minority Leadership: House Swift Move against Ugochinyeres Ambition

Experts Advocate Holistic Approach to Fatherhood at GMH Luxury Event

Solutions to Managing Residential Property, the Estate Surveyors and Valuers Perspective

Lafarge Changes Name to HBM Nigeria Plc

Dialogue on Nigerian Economy Holds to Honour Akpan Ekpo

Group Hails Medias Investigative Journalism, Says Bamigboyes Work Helped Nigerians

Eric Opah: A New Era of Transparency and Devt for Abia in 2027

MajesticRoobee Founder Calls for Greater Support for Local Beauty Brands

Patience Ozokwo Stars as Mr Aloy Celebrates Major YouTube Milestone

ACAOSA President Felicitates Old Boys on Colleges 75th Anniversary

Shareholders Approve Jaiz Banks Bid to Raise Fresh N150bn Capital

STEM Africa Fest to Develop Critical Thinkers, Problem Solvers

Expert Highlights Challenges of AI in Nigerian SMEs, Harps on Implementation

Kapito: APM Terminals Apapa Major Enabler of Nigerias Export Trade

NECA to Lead Conversation on Impact of Economic Reforms

AEDC, NAEDL Collaborate to Distribute 35,000 Metres in Nasarawa

Creative Agency Appoints Isitua-Onukwu as CEO

Fidelity Bank Empowers Exporters to Unlock AfCFTA Opportunities

UN, ITU Plan Global Dialogue to Address AI-influenced Social, Economic Realities

Glo Empowers Subscribers with Enhanced Borrow Me Credit Service

PMI Study Links Project Success to Complexity Control, Urges Execution

AMCRON Admitted as Member of Cross Reference

NMU Vice-Chancellor Prof. Flora Oluwafemi Unveils Landmark One-Year Scorecard

A Message from the Kachala

Qatars Madibo Gets Five-game Ban for CausingKone Leg Break

Switzerland Fly Past Co-hosts Canada to Top Group B

Morocco Fight Back to Beat Haiti, Secure Berth in Round of 32

Prime Atlantic Squash Tourney Has Improved Players Quality, Says Ex-NSF Boss

IOC Unveils New Landmark $10,000 Athlete Grant

Commonwealth Games: AFN Invites 29 Athletes to Camp Ahead Final Preparations

Galatasaray Insist No Deal, Snub N195bn Bid for Osimhen

Wike Expresses Outrage Over Super Eagles Absencefrom World Cup

DAILY TRUST

Minimum Wage: N70,000 no longer sustainable Gbaja

Aisha Yesufu: Why I rejected NDC Reps ticket

JUST IN: PRP rejects creation of state police

Former APC chairman in Kebbi dies in bandits den

Plateau Assembly: Well prioritise state police bill

Gov Yusuf appoints Sports Commission, Kano Pillars board members

Convicted kidnappers bag death sentence in Ekiti

Suspects: Why we murdered Ogun Broadcaster

Former Presidential Aide urges transparency in state police legislation

Troops rescue kidnap victims, recover weapons in Zamfara, Sokoto

Seven killed in fresh bandits attack on Katsina community

Nigerian varsity cracks down on lecturers who absconded after sponsored programmes

Gov Aliyu: Drug abuse fuels 80% of security challenges in sokoto

NECO releases 2026 BECE results

Ten rescued as storey building collapses in Lagos

CBN directs banks to freeze accounts of customers linked to terrorism

Rivers govt: Collapsed Port Harcourt building exceeded plan approved

Police: Viral Katsina Video Shows Security Volunteers, Not Bandits

World Cup: Morocco win six-goal thriller to advance as South Africa reach first-ever knockout round

Ogun: Doctors Suspend Warning Strike

NIGERIA DAILY: I Thought It Was Malaria, Until It Nearly Killed Me

Court adjourns Ganduje, 7 others trial to October 14

El-Rufai appears before 2 Kaduna courts

Oyo CAN suspends vigils over insecurity

NASENI, CCB partner on digital asset declaration system

Poly workers threaten strike over unpaid arrears, housing loan delays

Mexican, 4 others nabbed as NDLEA uncovers meth lab in Oyo forest

Customs seizes N4.9bn worth contraband in Ogun, Cross River

3 to die by hanging for armed robbery in Ondo

8 arrested over theft, violent attack in Yobe

2 Kogi varsity students held over cultism

Police arrest woman, 3 others over abduction

Farmers suggest how FG should handle agricultural finance, support

3 mistakes commercial layer farmers should avoid

Katsina begins 18-day livestock vaccination against animal diseases

FG, Niger train youth on hydroponic farming

Gombe commissions NALDA vegetables market, farm project

2027: PDP candidates to sign agreement against defection

Attacks on Yari politically motivated

Wike is on loan to APC, Wike led PDP tells Nentawe

2027: NSCIA, JNI caution clerics against partisanship

Nasarawa North: Accord Party candidate challenges exclusion from polls

Ex-IGP Adamus ally Moskolo, reaffirms switch to SDP

Kebbi APC suspends state chairman, commissioner over infractions in party

Parties registration: Courts take over INECs job

Plateau attack: How gunmen killed my pregnant sister inside labour room

New terrorist sect emerges in Kebbi

Oil prices drop to pre-war level but fuel still sold above N1,000 in Nigeria

EFCC: Miyetti Allah leader, Bodejo, will be arraigned for money laundering

London property saga: Ozekhomes SAN rank temporarily withdrawn

Female lawyers lament abduction, killing of women, children

2027 elections: NSCIA, JNI urge cleric to be apolitical, verify information

X is the spot

Reflections on the 6th Africa Digital Health Summit (ADHS 2026)

Fuel profits, public misery

Nigeria is not yet ripe for state police

State police gains ground as Senate passes bill

One scream away from death

Ebola: Trials of two treatments to start in DRC next week WHO

NEW TELEGRAPH

Tinubu Hails Sanwo-Olu, Gbajabiamila On Birthdays

NSITF Explores Incentives To Prevent Workplace Accidents

Lagos Assembly Pays Tribute To Late Comrade Adeleke

UNIJOS Research Uncovers Oil, Gas Prospects In Plateau

State Police: Constitutional Safeguards’ll Prevent Abuse – Labour Party

Tinubu Hails Sanwo-Olu, Gbajabiamila On Birthdays

State Police: Constitutional Safeguards’ll Prevent Abuse – Labour Party

NUC Recognises Taraba Specialised Climate, Agriculture Varsity

2027 Poll Will Be Base On Performance, Not Threats, PDP Tells Nwifuru

Trade Facilitation: Nigeria Customs, Netherlands Sign Pact

Oyedele Ties Economic Development To Effective Tax Compliance

BREAKING: Dangote Refinery Reduces Fuel Price To N1,125 Per Litre

State Police: Constitutional Safeguards’ll Prevent Abuse – Labour Party

2027 Poll Will Be Base On Performance, Not Threats, PDP Tells Nwifuru

Tinubu’s Plan To Create State Police Suspicious – PRP

World Cup: Thapelo Maseko Reacts After Firing South Africa Into Knockout Stage

World Cup: African Teams Through To Knockout Stage

World Cup Day 14 Recap: Morocco Break Nigeria’s Record As South Africa Shock Fans

Court Fixes September 29 For Suit Seeking Fresh Probe Into Mohbad’s Death

I Battled Bipolar Disorder For Six Years – Ycee

Mr Ibu’s Wife Opens Up On Struggle After Husband’s Death

Alexx Ekubo’s Family Raises Concerns Over Actor’s Death, Burial

Religious Leaders Benefiting From Insecurity – Spyro

BLUE PRINT

Why I want Real Madrid stars eliminated from 2026 World Cup – Mourinho

10 rescued, others still trapped in Lagos building collapse

​AFNIS 2026: 2 indigenous mining companies sign landmark agreement

University Don advocates savings-driven investment model for Nigeria’s growth

2026 NBA Draft: Nigerians dominate

‘Fraud’: Peter Obi serves Kenneth Okonkwo writ of summons

Minimum wage: FG hints at fresh review amid rising cost of living

Plumptre speaks on alleged exit from Super Falcons

FIFA suspends Nepal from international football

FG gives fresh directive to newly appointed FUTO Vice-Chancellor

Police arrest 3 over killing of ex-OGTV broadcaster

Breaking: Many feared trapped as 3-storey building collapses in Lagos

FG unveils gender equality roadmap 2030, targets inclusive growth, women’s empowerment

FG advocates more inclusion of women with disabilities

NANS sets up panels to assess educational intervention projects nationwide

The blind world

2026/27 academic session: JAMB releases fresh admission guidelines

Panic as explosion rocks Lagos market

Tinubu appoints ex-UNILAG VC Ogundipe as NUC chairman

PAGED Initiative seeks school re-entry pathways for adolescent mothers, girls

GUARDIAN

Stakeholders advocate adoption of sustainable digital solutions to improve health outcomes across Nigeria

Kwara 2027: Ifelodun APC endorses Danladi’s, commends renewed efforts in tackling insecurity

FG concessions Enugu airport 20 years after plan

FG asks Appeal Court to upturn Dawes Island judgment

Remi Tinubu urges youths to embrace volunteerism as path to national service

Arik Aircraft Trial: No financial gain traced to Kuru, Ilegbodu, says witness

AFA, Steron sign MoU to boost lithium, rare earth mining

Nigeria police, Chinese envoy target safer maritime corridors for foreign businesses

Tinubu reassures South-West on security, vows safe return of Oriire abductees

KACCIMA withdraws from NACCIMA, raises concern over Constitution bridge

We don’t trust Tinubu on State Police, says PRP

UNIOSUN temporarily closes Ifetedo campus over student’s death

Falana, education advocates push for collaboration to tackle learning gap

Sokoto, UNICEF launch 10,000-Tree Initiative in schools, communities

Wike defends Tinubu’s record, says roads, water projects transforming FCT

ANEEJ trains journalists on investigating illicit financial flows

Osun 2026: Resist Adeleke’s push for CP redeployment, ex-lawmakers tells IGP

TYF defends Sunday Igboho, urges focus on insecurity

Stakeholders demand increased support for farmers amidst rising input cost

NRS, CITN deepen partnership to strengthen tax awareness

THE AUTHORITY

Again, Kidnappers Arrested by DSS Convicted, Bag Death Sentence in Ekiti State *Third Defendant Discharged as Chief Judge Commends DSS…

Award-Winning NUJ FCT Chair Calls for Ethical Journalism Amid Digital Media Boom

HCD Northern Summit: Shettima Calls for Urgent Investment in Northern Nigeria’s People

Bauchi State APM Gubernatorial Candidate Donates N21m, Calls For Collective Responsibility To…

Nigerian Army raises alarm over fake NADCEL 2026 fundraising scheme

AFNIS 2026: Tinubu urges Africa to harness mineral wealth for industrial growth

Stop Planned Mass Disenrollment of Cadets, Concerned Forum Tells Marine Minister

2027: We shall provide new direction in Lagos, PDP Guber candidate Doherty declares

Hunger Comment: ADC blasts Presidency over hardship denial

House of Reps 2027: Ogbaru Youths, Women Endorse Hon….

Wike not for sale, PDP tells APC, dismisses speculation…

2027: Bring results, no excuses, Wike tasks PDP NEC…

TCN restores Alaoji–Owerri 132kV transmission lines, reconnects full power supply

Kogi revenue service denies allegations of financial, administrative irregularities

NSITF, S’Africa partner to strengthen Africa’s social protection systems

NERC hails Edo State Judiciary’s move to fast-track electricity sector litigation

NCC, CAC tighten oversight on Telecom ownership changes

Cardinal Okogie @ 90: Celebrating 60 years of priesthood

SAHARA REPORTER

BREAKING: 40 ‘Repentant’ Boko Haram Terrorists Shortlisted For 2026 Nigerian Army Recruitment Undergo Medicals In Borno

BREAKING: Terrorists Abduct Six School Pupils In Birnin Gwari Area Of Kaduna

EXCLUSIVE: How IGP Disu’s Office, Aide Allegedly Suppressed Police Report Recommending Prosecution Of JTB, Plateau Officials Over Fraud Claims

BREAKING: Nigerian Soldiers Reject Fresh Move To Deploy Repentant Terrorists In Military Operations, Fear Sabotage, Intelligence Leaks

BREAKING: Ekiti Court Orders LG Chairman, Lawmaker To Release Budget, Constituency Project Records After Citizen’s FOI Suit

BREAKING: Court Adjourns Ruling On Sowores Application For Bail Restoration To June 30 Over Tinubu Is A Criminal Comment

BREAKING: DSS Operatives Block Lawyers, Supporters From Entering Courtroom As Sowore Storms Federal High Court

BREAKING: Kaduna Governor Sani’s Critic ‘Pompo’ Arrested, Family Fears Fresh Opposition Crackdown

I Watched Them Kill My Father’: Zamfara Boy Vows To Join Army, Seek Revenge Against Bandits

How Nigerian State House Paid N194million On Tinubu, Shettima’s Trips In One Day

EXCLUSIVE: Lakurawa Terrorists Set N1,500 Bride Price Cap, Order Marriage For Girls Above 15 In Niger State Community

One Year After Receiving NELFUND Appointment Letters, Employees Yet To Resume As Families Face Hardship

BREAKING: Terrorists Attack Isanlu Road In Kogi, Kill Two Persons, Abduct Five Travellers

BREAKING: Repentant Bandits Attack Farmers In Kaduna, Abduct 20 Persons, Six Corpses Recovered

BREAKING: Prison Officials Arrive At Abuja Court, Take Sowore To Kuje Correctional Centre After DSS Violent Arrest

BREAKING: DSS Operatives Violently Abduct Sowore Inside Abuja Court After Judge Orders Kuje Prison Remand

BREAKING: Sowore Remanded At Kuje Prison As Court Rejects Recusal Bid After Bail Revocation

EXCLUSIVE: Lakurawa Terrorists Storm Niger State Communities, Preach Extremist Ideology Openly, Warn Residents: Accept Or Face Attacks

BREAKING: Court Dismisses Sowore’s Application To Remove Justice Umar From Trial Over Tinubu Is A Criminal Remarks

BREAKING: Keir Starmer Resigns As British Prime Minister, Sets Out Timeline To Leave Office

Family Alleges Cover-Up In NSCDC Officer’s Death, Petitions Nigerian Interior Minister Over Contradictory Accounts

Illegal Ex-IGP Egbetokun Lobbies DSS DG, Police To Ensure Sowore’s Arrest At Monday Court Appearance Sources

Suspected Militia Leader Threatens Night Attacks On Bachama Communities In Adamawa, Vows Mass Killings

NDC Candidate Alleges Plot To Replace Her With Obidient Movement Leader’s Son After Winning Kaduna Assembly Primary

BREAKING: Nigerian Police Retirees Fix June 29 For Fresh Protest Over Pension Scheme, Demand Tinubus Assent To Exit Bill

BREAKING: APCs Biodun Oyebanji Wins 2026 Ekiti Governorship Election With 319,224 Votes, Defeats PDPs Oluyede, ADCs Bejide

LIVE: 2026 Ekiti Governorship Election Results From INEC Collation Centre

BREAKING: Massive Vote-Buying Rocks #EkitiDecides2026 As Voters Admit Receiving N10,000 From APC, N2,000 From ADC

BREAKING: #EkitiDecides2026: EFCC Officials Storm Governor Oyebanjis Polling Unit Amid Vote-Buying Concerns

BREAKING: Protest Erupts In Birnin Gwari, Kaduna Against Repentant Bandits Who Killed District Head’s Grandson, Abducted Nine Others

BREAKING: Repentant Bandits Kill Grandson Of District Head, Abduct Nine Others In Kaduna Highway, Farm Attacks

Coup Plot: Families Of Detained Military Officers Raise Alarm Over Alleged Torture, Demand Transparent Trial

We Rented Our Guns From Community Security Chief, Edo Kidnap Suspect Behind N8m Abduction Confesses

BREAKING: Kuje Prison Doctor Ezigbe Accused Of Negligence Over Death Of Rwandan Inmate Sources

EXCLUSIVE: Kuje Prison Officials Plotting To Target Sowore If Remanded There Following SaharaReporters Expos, Sources Allege

EXCLUSIVE: Rwandan Inmate’s Death At Kuje Prison Triggers Probe By Abuja Panel Into Alleged Neglect, Extortion

EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Court-Martial President Threatens Phone Seizures, Warns Lawyers To Stop Leaking Secret Coup Trial Details

EXCLUSIVE: How Police Use IPOB Narrative To Bury Unsolved Killings, Cover Up Wrongful Arrests, Others In South-East Nigeria

EXCLUSIVE: Vandals Excavate, Steal 3km Of Port HarcourtKaduna Pipeline After Spending Months In South-East Forest Makeshift Camp

EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Soldier Brutally Attacked By Kaduna Mob After Being Mistaken For Bandit Is Not Dead, Battling For Life In Hospital

BREAKING: Kogi Govt House Police Inspector Loses Assault Rifle, Ammunition After Thieves Steal Vehicle In Lokoja

BREAKING: ECOWAS Court Rules It Has Jurisdiction To Hear Delta Death Row Inmate’s $50Million Human Rights Case Against Nigeria

BREAKING: Nine Killed, 11 Injured In Terrorist Attack On Southern Kaduna Community

Nigeria Spends N20.4billion To Import Umbrellas, Sunshades, Footwear, Others In Three Months

IPOB Lawyer Ejiofor Kicks Against Secret Terrorism Trial Of Igbo Youths, Coercion To Take Guilty Pleas

EXCLUSIVE: Kwara Monarch Regains Freedom From Terrorists After Two Months As Family Coughs Up Millions In Ransom

BREAKING: INEC Appeals Ruling Ordering Deregistration Of ADC, Accord, Three Other Political Parties

EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Union In South Africa Accuses Politicians Of Exploiting Xenophobia, Anti-Migrant Sentiments For Electoral Advantage

EXCLUSIVE: Rwandan National Awaiting Trial Dies In Kuje Prison Amid Allegations Of Medical Neglect

BREAKING: Despite Adjournment Request, Court Revokes Sowore’s Bail, Issues Bench Warrant Over Absence At Resumed Hearing

EXCLUSIVE: Fleeing Terrorists Settle In Kwara Communities, Plot Retaliatory Attacks After Commander Kachalla’s Death

BREAKING: FBI-Wanted Nigerian Fraud Suspect Ezeego Extradited From Kuje Prison To U.S. Over Multi-Million-Dollar Fraud Scheme

Court Orders Deregistration Of ADC, Accord, Three Other Political Parties

EXCLUSIVE: ‘South African Police, Soldiers Extrajudicially Kill Nigerians’: NUSA Alleges State Complicity In Migrant Deaths

EXCLUSIVE: What If You Never Come Back’: Daughter Of Detained Soldier In Alleged Coup Plot Against Tinubu Writes Emotional Letter To Father

Abdulsalami Says Abiola Was Never Set To Be Sworn In Immediately Despite June 12 Victory

EXCLUSIVE: Six CSO Leaders Detained By EFCC After Alleging Multi-Billion-Naira Fraud Under Ex-IGP Egbetokun; Audio Reveals How CP Fakorede Arranged Meeting

EXCLUSIVE: Tension In Kuje Prison As Inmates Protest Planned Transfer Of 300 Terror Suspects To ‘Overcrowded Facility

BREAKING: Gunmen Abduct Ondo Traditional Ruler, Shoot Wife In Palace Attack

Abducted Nigerian Major-General Rabe Abubakar Dies In Terrorists’ Captivity

Nigerian Police Plotting To Arrest, Intimidate Me Over Unknown Offence Enugu-Based Journalist Raises Alarm

PREMIUM TIMES

Nigeria responds with emergency funds as Ebola death toll rises in DRC

REA commissions solar mini-grid to power five Lagos communities

Akwa Ibom oil communities demand action on gas flaring, host community rights

Court of Appeal postpones hearing in ADC, other parties deregistration appeal

What encounter with a South African editor taught me about Nigeria, ByAzu Ishiekwene

JUST IN: Peter Obi finally files N5bn lawsuit against Kenneth Okonkwo over defamation

Katsina denies alleged sponsorship of bandits pilgrimage

Lagos deputy governor, UNILAG VC honoured at STEM awards

FG seeks to sustain COVID-19 health system gains as Global Funds intervention ends

Extreme heat costing poor women workers over $57 billion in earnings a year

Ifeanyi Ezeokeke of Ugo Shave Me fame bedridden for nearly 19 years

Ngiges N2.2bn Contract Fraud Trial: EFCCs witness says NSTIF contractors fulfilled all conditions

State legislators forum lauds passage of state police bill, assures full implementation support

Trino Motion Pictures appoints former Paramount executive to advisory board

11 days after Imo abduction, gunmen still hold eight victims

Court orders police officers arrest in criminal trial

CBN orders banks to freeze accounts linked to six terrorism financing suspects

Stakeholders demand green jobs policy to tackle youth unemployment, climate risks in Akwa Ibom

Building collapses in Lagos barely 24 hours after similar tragedy in Port Harcourt

Advocacy group urges men to turn support for girls education into action

That Amaechi may not end up a tragic hero, By Majeed Dahiru

CISLAC, HEDA condemn assault of Sowore, Kaduna mob killing

VIDEO: How woman disguised as nurse attempted to abduct newborns

Access Holdings announces retirement of executive director

EXCLUSIVE: After denial, ex-Minister Uche Nnaji appeals court ruling ordering his arrest over forgery

PDP faction disowns Pantami, names Gombe governorship candidate

SSS charges ex-Plateau NBA chairman over WhatsApp post

Fubara submits 20262028 spending framework as Rivers assembly reconvenes after months

Zenith Bank expands Delta footprint with new branch in Osubi

2027: Be Prepared to struggle for power, Wike tells PDP candidates

Supreme Court disowns NBA publication on notaries tamper-proof seals

One killed, many trapped as five-storey building collapses in Rivers State

How oil price volatility continues to influence Nigerias economic outlook

South Africa coach Hugo Broos fires back at critics after knockout qualification

Court convicts top NSCDC officer of job racketeering

Lafarge unveils new corporate identity, changes name to HBM Nigeria Plc

ICPC arraigns El-Rufai, ex-aide, five firms over alleged N8.68 billion Kaduna CCTV contract fraud

32 killed, 700 injured in Venezuela twin earthquakes

Nigerias petrol price climbs to 1,596 per litre in May NBS

OPay drives financial inclusion as Nigeria targets 95% access by 2028

FG announces discovery of platinum, lithium, rare earth deposits in Kaduna

Nigeria among top nine worlds gas-flaring countries in 2025 World Bank

Soaring cooking gas prices push Kaduna, Zaria residents to charcoal, firewood

EFCC charges Miyetti Allah leader with money laundering over $2.53m received from Bauchi govt

Alleged N109bn Fraud Trial: Ex-accountant-general Idris witness says EFCC lured her to sign his statement

Amusan, Ashe, Brume headline Nigerias 29-athlete Commonwealth Games camp

World Cup: Brazil top group C as Morocco edge Haiti in thrilling group final

Zamfara advocates human capital blueprint for Northern Nigeria

Why SME growth requires more than capital, By George Ogbonnaya

NDLEA uncovers another industrial-scale meth factory in Oyo forest

Police deny viral motorcycle video shows bandits, say riders are vigilantes, hunters

Trump doubts US responsibility for fatal Iranian girls school strike

INVESTIGATION: Commissioned But Locked: How an idle hospital is failing women in Akwa Ibom

Mbah commissions Centre for DNA Forensics and Investigation lauds Tinubu on state police, reforms

NACA, Global Fund and Partners to convene national close-out meeting on COVID-19 response mechanism investments in Nigeria

DRC Ebola outbreak tops 1,000 cases as death toll reaches 277- WHO

LPPC suspends senior lawyer Mike Ozekhome from SAN rank

Northern communities need urgent investment in health, education- Shettima

IGP orders probe into alleged police handover of teacher to mob in Kaduna

Nigerian sentenced to five years in US prison over $3.5 million romance scam

Court to rule on EFCCs forfeiture request against jailed ex-minister Mammans assets

NCDMB to launch oil and gas trainers certification

Ogun collaborates with Police to depeen security, border surveillance

Jigawa okays 2.4b for greenhouse tech, road compensation, students welfare

LPPC releases short list of 89 candidates for 2026 SAN conferment (FULL LIST)

Man arrested with toy gun claims he works for Akwa Ibom commissioner

Court dismisses 83-year-olds suit against police intervention in musician Jigida Queens family property dispute

Ministers son challenges alleged paternity denial, demands DNA test

My govt is laying foundation for Nigerias prosperity Tinubu

All protocols obsessed, By Umar Yakubu

Oyo govt appeals to striking teachers to reopen schools, approves N8.7bn for learning materials

NFF to decentralise coaching education Gusau

Police detain six officers filmed assaulting man in Imo

Jaiz Banks regulatory penalties surge to N530.9 million in 2025

MILO Basketball Championship: Lagos, Ekiti schools secure national finals tickets

US court jails Nigerian official over $3.3m romance scam

CAP Plc appoints executive director, company secretary

Elon Musk loses trillionaire status as net worth drops

154,412 vulnerable households receive Renewed Hope grant in Jigawa

PULSE

Federal Government orders banks to freeze assets of ISIS sponsors in Nigeria — see details

Nigerian social worker jailed for stealing $17,000 from orphaned autistic child, fled US before capture

Nigeria’s next oil? FG says it has found platinum, gold, lithium and rare earth minerals in Kaduna

Nigerians question high fuel prices as crude oil drops to $73 per barrel

Police dismiss banditry claims in viral Katsina video, identify men as vigilantes

Inside Japan’s world’s first plush toy shrine, where stuffed animals are honoured like family

Shock as First Bank MD receives a parcel containing two live bullets in his Lagos residence

Mr Ibu’s family face hunger and hardship 2 years after actor’s death

What TikToker Immunizer allegedly said about Mohbad’s widow before his remand

After 9 years of fibroid battles, actress Ini Dima-Okojie welcomes “miracle” baby

Rapper YCee reveals he has never received royalties despite having over 100M streams

STEM Africa Fest returns for its sixth edition to champion innovation and STEM education in Nigeria

AI won’t take your job. But someone using AI might

Five countries offering work visas with pathways to permanent residency in 2026 — and how Nigerians can apply

2026 FIFA World Cup: Moroccan star joins Messi, beats Yekini, Roger Milla, Eto’o to impressive record

2026 FIFA World Cup Day 13 recap: South Africa disappoint Nigerians as Morocco break Nigeria’s record

2026 World Cup: How many African teams have qualified for the knockout round?

Transfer News: Two Serie A clubs set to battle for Chelsea star

AFRICA

Protesters in Nairobi run for cover as shots ring out and police deploy tear gas – Africanews

Zimbabwe Senate approves bill to extend presidential term – Africanews

Kenya police in massive show of force on protest anniversary – Africanews

Fans cheer as Iran leave Mexico for Seattle ahead of final group game – Africanews

World Cup: South Africa reaches knockouts with win over Korea – Africanews

South Africa: Leader of anti-immigrant group says marches will be peaceful – Africanews

Three Lesotho nationals charged with murder after mass shooting in South Africa – Africanews

Increasingly deadly heatwave gives Europe no respite – Africanews

World Health Organization announces trial of two potential Ebola treatments – Africanews

Court orders TotalEnergies to account for environmental impact of oil and gas products – Africanews

Can the IMF help Africa break the debt cycle? {Business Africa} – Africanews

Nairobi signs $1.2 billion airport expansion deal with China Road and Bridge Corp – Africanews

Kenya police disperse group marking deadly 2024 protests – Reuter

New Sudanese notes circulate in RSF areas, deepening de facto split – Reuter

FIFA gives green light for rainbow flags at Egypt v Iran World Cup clash – Reuter

Kenya’s Kandie gets seven-year ban for doping violations – Reuter

Congo tightens travel rules after Ebola case reaches France – Reuter

South Africans pour onto streets in pyjamas to celebrate World Cup feat – Reuter

Fuelled by anger, South Africa take surprise place in World Cup last 32 – Reuter

IMF says it shared governance assessment with Kenya, awaits comments – Reuter

As Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak rages, knowledge gaps still challenge response – Reuter

South Africa’s Zwane appeal dismissed, to miss Canada tie – Reuter

Africa CDC says funding needs for Ebola response three times higher at $1.4 billion – Reuter

AFRICA-FX-Currencies expected to be steady or under mild pressure – Reuter

Kenyan police fire gas to disperse protesters in the capital – reuters witness – Reuter

South Africa producer inflation accelerates to 7.8% y/y in May – Reuter

South Africa: Stay Within the Law, MP Tells Anti-Immigrant Protesters – allAfrica

Nigeria: One Killed, Many Trapped As Five-Storey Building Collapses in Rivers State – allAfrica

Zimbabwe: The Fight Is Still On! – Opposition Says As Zanu-PF Celebrates CAB3’s Senate Approval – allAfrica

Zimbabwe: Senate Passes Constitutional Amendment Bill 3 – allAfrica

Kenya: Police Block Nairobi Streets Over Planned Protest Anniversary – allAfrica

Niger: Niger Quits ICC, Deepening Debate Over Court’s Legitimacy – allAfrica

Africa: Global Leaders Say Ocean Is No Longer Optional in Climate Action – allAfrica

Africa: Inside the Floating Lab Shaping Ocean Science – allAfrica

SPORT

12 schools begin 26th Milo basketball title race – Daily Trust

Abubakar pledges to take Nigerian polo to greater heights – Daily Trust

African Teams After Matchday 2: Mixed Results as Morocco Advance and Tunisia Exit – Softfootball

Argentine, Ronaldo keep breaking records – The Sun

Arsenal sign Piero Hincapi on permanent deal – Vanguard

At 59, Japans King Kazu extends career for another season – Vanguard

Bosnia-Herzegovina boosts chances of advancing with win over Qatar – The Sun

Brazil 3-0 Scotland: Vinicius Shines as Brazil Top Group C and Reach Knockouts – Softfootball

Brazil vs Scotland: Neymar set for first World Cup appearance – Guardian

Canada makes history despite 2-1 loss to Switzerland – The Sun

Canadas Ismael Kone gets visit from Qatari who broke his leg – The Sun

Chelsea Begin Move For Maxence Lacroix After Completing Marco Palestra Signing – Softfootball

Commonwealth Games: AFN Invites 29 Athletes to Camp Ahead Final Preparations – Thisday

Eric Chelle Offered New Super Eagles Contract With Major Salary Increase – Softfootball

FIFA suspends Nepal over third-party interference – Vanguard

Flamingos Thrash RoyalToms Queens 110 in Dominant Friendly Win – Softfootball

Galatasaray Insist No Deal, Snub N195bn Bid for Osimhen – Thisday

IOC Unveils New Landmark $10,000 Athlete Grant – Thisday

Japan Face Sweden in Decisive Group F Battle at World Cup 2026 – Softfootball

Manchester City Push Ahead in Pursuit of 120m-Rated Elliot Anderson – Softfootball

Messi hints on 2030 World Cup – The Sun

Mexico 3-0 Czech Republic: Co-Hosts Complete Perfect Group Stage as Ochoa Makes History – Softfootball

Mid-Year 2026 Video Gaming Trends – Thisday

Morocco Fight Back to Beat Haiti, Secure Berth in Round of 32 – Thisday

Netherlands Target Group F Top Spot Against Eliminated Tunisia – Softfootball

NFF doubles Chelles salary, hands him U-23 Team – Daily Trust

NPFL pay rise: Toro calls for public pressure on NSC, NFF – Daily Trust

NSC increases NPFL prize money to N1bn – Guardian

Ochoa Bids Emotional Farewell After Historic Sixth World Cup – Softfootball

Peter Olayinka and Wife Yetunde Celebrate 5th Wedding Anniversary – Softfootball

Plumptre debunks corruption, WAFCON omission claim – Vanguard

Prime Atlantic Squash Tourney Has Improved Players Quality, Says Ex-NSF Boss – Thisday

Qatars Madibo Gets Five-game Ban for CausingKone Leg Break – Thisday

Real Madrid Begin Decisive Nico Paz Talks as Transfer Plans Take Shape – Softfootball

Real Madrid: Cucurella pledges support for Vinicius Jr – The Sun

Round of 32 race: 7 teams through, 5 out, and 36 nations still fighting for survival – The Sun

Senegal Face Must-Win World Cup Showdown Against Iraq to Keep Knockout Hopes Alive – Softfootball

South Africa 1-0 South Korea: Maseko Sends Bafana Bafana Into Historic Knockout Stage – Softfootball

Switzerland Fly Past Co-hosts Canada to Top Group B – Thisday

Victor Boniface Reveals He Earned 3,000 Monthly in Norway and Took Two Months Salary Upfront to Return Home – Softfootball

Which team is likely to win the FIFA 2026 World Cup – Daily Trust

Wike Expresses Outrage Over Super Eagles Absencefrom World Cup – Thisday

Wike: Watching World Cup Without Super Eagles Disheartening – New Telegraph

Wolves to face Blackburn in 2026/27 Championship opening week – Vanguard

World Cup: Brazil cruise past Scotland 3-0 to top Group C – The Sun

World Cup: Mexico maintain flawless run, eliminate Czech Republic – The Sun

World Cup: Morocco survive Haiti scare with 4-2 win – The Sun

World Cup: South Africa stun South Korea to reach historic last 32 – The Sun

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