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NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR THURSDAY 21ST AUGUST 2025

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Cross River Speaker pledges support for female commercial drivers

Monarch’s suspension sparks crisis in Delta

2027: N’Delta group rallies support for Tinubu

Katsina mosque terror attack death toll hits 32

Royal row: Alaafin may publish Supreme Court ruling after 48-hour ultimatum

FG trains 100,000 youths in financial literacy

Killings: IG upgrades five Benue police stations

Edo youths back Igbinedion for rapid development

MURIC backs traditionalists’ call to declare Isese national holiday

MainPower petitions EERC, rejects tariff reduction

Oyo unveils Ladoja’s wife, Peller as AIDS ambassadors

Nigerian-American Chamber, FG seek review of US tariff

LFBI calls for youths collaboration

FG committed to soldiers’ wellbeing —COAS

Akwa Ibom unveils committee to tackle illegal mining

Bayelsa community sets up security firm to tackle crimes

COWLSO conducts free medical outreach in Makoko

Sanwo-Olu unveils LASU auditorium donated by FCCPC boss

Minister’s gov bid sparks uproar in Akwa Ibom APC

2027: Idahosa urges Edo youths on CVR

UNIUYO’s growing reputation attracting grants

APC dismisses PDP’s suit to reclaim defected Osun lawmakers’ seats

Task Force arrests 32 suspected drug dealers in Ikeja raid

Vandalism major cause of incessant grid collapse – TCN

NSSF harps on equal access to healthcare

Mother, son, two others killed in fresh Benue attack

Delta communities demand transparency in PIA implementation

Delta activist tasks Ijaw, Itsekiri on unity

Abuja–Lagos superhighway to cost $4bn — AEC

Mosque attack: Bandits now control territory in Katsina, lawmaker alleges

Nigeria’s capital market confidence boosted by sustainability reporting — FRC

UCL: Celtic held by Kairat Almaty in Champions League play-off

VANGUARD

SAN SSS screening controversy: Odinkalu counters Akinboro

Insecurity: IGP approves 2 new Area Commands, 5 new Divisions in Benue

Soludo’s wife invites brutalized NYSC member

PDP, NNPP, ADC condemn proposed pay rise for politicians amid economic hardship

NANS passes no-confidence vote on WAEC boss, declares protest for removal

Israel has work to do to win over Gen Z – Netanyahu

Don’t let Nigeria become one-party state, Archbishop Onuoha tells Tinubu

Kano to grant amnesty to repentant thugs

Osun LG funds: NBA’s panel report vindicates us, says Adeleke

Katsina massacre: Death toll rises to 50

Withheld LG funds: Osun’ll get its dues – Traditionalists assure Adeleke

Katsina Govt withholds 100 teachers’ salaries for absenteeism

6 phones that can match that of Samsung Galaxy S25

Pay rise for political office holders amid hunger insensitive – PDP

CAPPA raises concerns over Lagos Water PPP plan

Nigeria’s production output yet to match her potential – NNPCL GCEO

NSITF to employers: Embrace ECS for industrial harmony

Students protest increment in private hostels’ fees at UNILAG

I can’t handpick my successor – Uzodimma

Empty booth: Nigeria not at TICAD 9 for trade expo, focusing on strategic engagement – Presidency

Pay rise for politicians insensitive, could trigger unrest – Okorie warns

70,000 irregular migrants repatriated to Nigeria as of 2025 – IOM

Onishe Of Ubulu-Uku dismisses suspension claims

THE NATION

Assault of corps member: Moghalu seeks disbandment of security outfit

Police seize hard drugs in Ondo, target unmarked vehicles

UPDATED: Oyo fixes Sept 26 for Ladoja’s coronation as Olubadan

Three die as concrete mixer rams into shop in Ebonyi

11 Discos owe Federation Account N2.6 trn

FRSC rewards Osun officer for rejecting bribes 104 times in July

Tinubu will provide potable water for FCT area councils by 2027 – Wike

NGF, NCC agree on mutual efforts to boost digital economy

PSC declines promotion of 176 ASPs, elevates 952 to DSP

Mohbad: Naira Marley ‘wrongly accused’, deserves apology – Bashir Ahmad

Shettima leads Fed Govt delegation on condolence visit to Kogi governor

Analyst hail police for averting two terror attacks in Benue

Presidency clarifies Nigeria’s mission at TICAD 9, dismisses social media misrepresentation

FG denies excluding northwest in kidney dialysis subsidy

Oyo speaker congratulates Oba Ladoja, says Olubadan succession process unique

Niger Delta central to Nigeria’s energy future, says Tinubu

Sokoto boat mishap: NEMA concludes rescue operations, over 20 persons still missing

Imo police, security forces dislodge IPOB/ESN hideouts, recover arms

Imo Govt bans graduation parties for school pupils

Tinubu: Our mission at TICAD9 is to unlock $1bn trade, investment, driving green innovation

NIMASA warns ships on MARPOL compliance in Nigerian waters

Minister denies causing disunity in A’Ibom APC

Tinubu: Nigeria will defeat terrorism by tackling its root causes

JUST IN: Nigeria Consul-General in Cameroon Coker dies

Fed Govt launches empowerment initiative to drive job creation for youths

Juma Jux set to establish clothing factory

Tinubu hails Armed Forces at TICAD 9 as Japan pledges $5.5b support for Africa

FG warns project coordinators to ‘deliver value’ with borrowed funds

Nasarawa Assembly raises alarm over rising kidnapping cases

THISDAY

Makinde Approves Ladoja As 44th Olubadan

Tinubu Targets Economic Growth, Development in Osun, Says Minister

Institute Organises Africas First AI Genomics Hackathon

Tinubu Sacks NTA Management, Appoints Pedro DG

UNICEF, Katsina Unveil Committee to Promote Education

How Uba Sani Reversed 54 Cumulative Years of Stagnation in Kaduna State

At TICAD9 Conference In Japan, Tinubu Lauds Nigerias Armed Forces For Their Success Over Insurgency, Criminality

2027: Northern CAN Urges Christians to Participate in Voter Registration

PSC Uncovers 176 Non-serving Officers on Promotion List, Elevates 952 ASPs to DSP Rank

Soludos Wife Condemns Stripping of Female Corps Member by Vigilance Operatives

Tension, Fear as Police Raid Homes, Destroy Properties in Bayelsa

Yoruba Elders, Statesmen Taskedto Intervene inAlaafin, OoniFeud

Benue Gov Urges Journalist to Embrace Agric for Better Tomorrow

NASS Seeks Distinct Salary Structure, Job Security for Legislative Aides

Nigerias $10bn Food Import Bill Unsustainable

Nigerias 4 Trillion Electricity Bailout: Lifeline or Recurring Cycle

Omojuwa Named Jaiz Bank Ambassador After Rebrand

Gov Eno Sets New Leadership Standard

By-elections that Confirms Sanis Inclusive Leadership in Kaduna

Despite Katsinas Security Challenges, GovRadda Proceeds on Medical Leave

Over 800 Residents Benefit from DOAM Foundations Free Medical Outreach in Imo

Nigerian Writers, Others Mourn Passing of Poet-Journalist, Evelyn Osagie

Vision Plus Specialist Eye Clinic Opens in Victoria Island, Lagos With Affordable Eye Care & HMO Access

Renewable Energy Push to Spur Job Creation in Nigeria

Iyanya Reveals America Tour 2025, Announces new Album

Insurance:NavigatingNAICOMs Recapitalisation Directive

Veritas Kapital Assurance Reports Strong Financial Result in H1

Shettima to Lead Conversations at CRMIs Annual Conference

NIA Launches Technology Hub Tagged Innovation Lab

Wamakko Empowers Constituents with Motorcycles, Rice, Others

Mutual Benefit Grows Profit by 92%, Declares Dividend

Report: 22% Growth, FX Stability Critical for Nigerias $1trn EconomyAmbition

Agusto & Co: 16 Banks Raised N1.7trn in 2024, N800bn Added in 2025

EntrepreneursUrged toHarness Opportunities in Nigeria, Stop Amplifying Challenges

A/Court Seizes Zenon Petroleum PropertyOver Unpaid Judgement Debt

Haven Homes Refurbishes, Hands Over Police Medical Centre

LAPO MfB Marks International Youth DaywithNewInitiatives

NIQS to Partner With Lekki Gardens Estate to Promote Excellence, Efficiency, Sustainability

MPR: Five Banks Raked N2.22trn from Lending to Customers in H1

UBAPartnersBOI to Empower Female Entrepreneurs, Drive Financial Inclusion

Nigeria Set to Host Africas Largest Elevator, Escalator Exhibition

JMG Powers Headquarters With Solar, SavesN40m of Diesel

Emerging Power Dynamics in Lagos Electricity Market

Balmoral Group, Amir Khan Bring Historic Boxing Night to Nigeria

Inaugural Sports Camp Climaxes with Excitement

Elegbeleye Lauds President Tinubu on Pedros Appointment

Deputy Senate President to Upgrade BUKs Stadium for NPFL

Former Benin International, Omotoyossi, is Dead

FG Okays Bayelsa as Host of National Sports Festival

Home-based Eagles Exit CHAN on High with 2-0 Win over Congo

Nigerias DTigers, Senegals Lions in Blockbuster Clash for Sfinal Ticket

NHRC: Swift Trials of Arrested Leaders of Ansaru Sect Must Start

Court Freezes Bank Accounts Linked to Ex-NNPCL GMD, Kyari, over Suspicious Transactions

Governors Launch Platform to Attract FDIs, Say $2bn Yearly Inflow Less Than 0.5% of GDP

Akinwumi Adesina: Africa Must Plug $580bn Leak to Reduce $2tn Debt

Again, Edun, Cardoso Meet on Deepening Coordination between Fiscal, Monetary Policies

Abia Benefits from $750m World Bank Renewable Energy Programme, Collaborates with ISA to Develop Mini-grids

Wike Backs August 30 Rivers Local Government Elections

FG to Review National Telecom Policy, NCC to Disclose MNOs Quarterly Performance Reports

DAILY TRUST

Mining Marshals Ask Media To Support Fight Against Illegal Mining

NECA, CISLAC seal pact on decent work for employees

ADC rejects pay increase for President, Governors, Others

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Anger as Nigerias booth unmanned at TICAD9 in Japan

Pantami condemns Katsina mosque massacre, urges security agencies to deploy technology

African journalists condemn killings of colleagues in Gaza

NASENI, Portland Unveil Second CNG Hub in Abuja, Pledge Cleaner, Cheaper Energy for Nigerians

NASENIs SOLAR MANUFACTURING FIRM: Powering MSMEs with Renewable Energy

Public-Private Partnerships: NASENI As Catalyst for The Development of Abuja Technology Village

NASENI Is Establishing One Of The Biggest Renewable Energy Parks In Africa- Halilu

NASENIs Home Solar Solution Offers Ray of Hope Amid Nigerias Power Challenges

NASENI, Nigerian Air Force Deepening Strategic Ties to Boost Indigenous Defence Technologies

From Prototypes to Products: Minister of Industry Applauds NASENIs Commercialization Drive

Shops destroyed as fire guts Kwara cattle market

Court grants bail to suspected killers of wedding guests

Ogun APC suspends Gbenga Daniel over alleged anti-party activities

dRPCs NGO Support Initiative Call for Application

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NIGERIA DAILY: Ooni vs Alaafin: What This Clash Means For Yorubaland And Nigeria

Jamaicas 63rd Independence Celebrated with Thanksgiving in Abuja

Nigerians urged to embrace proper knowledge in e-trading to avoid financial losses

Colleges of education can run degree programmes Minister

7 dead in Damaturu-Maiduguri road crash

Owo church attackers linked to Al-Shabaab DSS

Police probe viral video of officers sharing cash

FOMWAN celebrates 40 years of womens empowerment in Kaduna

Police recruits allege paying N250,000 for uniforms, boots at Bauchi training school

Sokoto boat mishap: NEMA confirms recovery of 3 bodies

Jigawa govt approves N7bn for rice cultivation programme

2025 Hajj: NAHCON commissioner, director detained over alleged diversion of funds

From Sawaba to Asara: The evolution of commercial politics in Kano

NBA to FG: Release Osun LG funds

Katsina mosque killing: We were attacked during prayers

EFCC places Mele Kyari on watch list as court freezes accounts

Our story, by aid workers

How El-Rufai campaigned for ADC, SDP candidates in Kaduna by-elections

By-election results show exit of appointees from Kaduna govt insignificant Govs spokesman

Why Kwankwaso may not support Tinubu in 2027 Buba Galadima

Wike rejects PDPs Ibadan convention plan

Inside Alaafin, Oonis renewed supremacy battle

NCAA invites Ibom Air passenger, cabin crew for questioning

Political office holders salary review: Time to entrench equity in remuneration

Late Emir of Zuru was a bridge builder

2027 election and vote buying

How we were lured to Abuja with job offers, held hostage

Baby found dead in FCT

One chance: FCTA impounds over 700 tinted vehicles

Man cuts off genitals over wifes refusal to return home

Another remanded for allegedly beating friend to coma over woman

2 drug kingpins jailed 10 years

Salesgirl arrested for allegedly stealing N29m, rents house for boyfriend

Man arrested over girlfriends killing

Bandits attack Plateau community, kill 1, injure 3

Abuja-Lokoja highway gridlock eases

FCT-UBEB organises reality show debate for students

Social media disclosure: Nigerians react as FG vows to reciprocate US visa policy

Death toll from Pakistan floods hits almost 400

Israel rejects new deal, demands release of all hostages

NEW TELEGRAPH

Reps Summons 11 Discos Over N2.6trn Debt To Federation Account

FG Rakes In N38bn From Mining In One Year

Olatunji Urges FG To Create Enabling Mining Environment For Africas Economic Growth

CRiver: NUJ Congratulates Chronicle Editor On Best Service Award

Benue Assembly Confirms Six More Commissioner Nominees, Rejects Two

NAPTIP Raids Abuja Apartment, Arrests 8 Traffickers, Rescues 29 Victims

Sanwo-Olu Congratulates Yoruba On Isese Day

Rivers APC Chairmanship Candidates Hail Tinubu, Yilwatda Over Bye-Election Victory

Kano To Partner Lagos On Sports Development

Group Condemns Incessant Killings, Abductions In South East

Kano Establishes Mobilization Taskforce Over Alleged Voters Disenfranchisement

Be Prudent With Mgt Of Public Resources, AGF Tasks Project Coordinators

ATICEN, Telcos, Subscribers Applaud Tinubus Removal Of 5% Excise Duty

Three Dead In Sokoto Boat Accident NEMA

RoW: NCC Seeks Waiver For Telecom Companies

Otu Begins Solar Electrification Of 10,000 Homes In Cross River

Osun LG Fund: Adeleke Commends Council Of Obas, NBA, Others

Proposed Salary Increases For Political Officeholders Affront To Nigerians ADC

PSC Approves Promotion Of 952 ASPs To DSPs

Why Uniuyo Is Attracting Research Grants From Top Funding Agencies Akpabio

NiMet DG Emphasizes Climate-Related Risk Integration Into Sustainability Reporting

Cybersecurity Firm Reaffirms Commitment To Safeguarding Digital Assets

Ekiti 2026: Get Ready To Exit Power, PDP Aspirant Tells Oyebanji

Makinde Approves Ladoja As 44th Olubadan

Insecurity: IGP Approves Two Area Commands, Upgrades Five Police Stations In Benue

Mohbad: Bashir Ahmad Defends Naira Marley, Says Hes Innocent

Edo By-Election Violence: Group Seeks Investigation, Prosecution Of Culprits

Ondo: Court Acquits Community Leader, Secretary Of Contempt, Forgery

Bye-Election: AA Guber Candidate Alleges Vote Buying

Nigerian Engineers Seek Collaboration With NIMASA For Blue Economy

Kwara Gov Hails Tinubu Over Arrest Of Top Terrorists

Ladoja To Be Crowned 44th Olubadan September 26

Tariff Order: Mainpower Files Formal Petition To EERC

After 28 Years, NFVCB Gets Permanent Headquarters

Armed Herdsmen Kill Farmer In Fresh Yelewata Community Attack

Osun NUJ Harps On Importance Of Creative Industry To Boost Economy

Sokoto Govt Supports Move To Establish Counselling Centres In Schools

Moghalu Demands Dissolution Of Agunechemba Over Attack On Corps Member

Tinubu Seeks Justice, Investment, UN Seats For Africa At TICAD 9

Anambra Govt Dismisses 8 Agunechemba Operatives For Assault

NIHOTOUR Act 2022: Again, Musawa Orders Fagade To Take Action On Enforcement

COAS Assures Soldiers Of Better Welfare

Mohbad: Naira Marley Urges Police To Reopen Investigation, Insists On Innocence

Group Hails Shanono/Bagwai Bye-Election Outcome

HYPREP Tasks Trainees To Be Good Ambassadors For Ogoniland

Insecurity: Kwara NSCDC Sets Up New Outpost In Ilorin

Nasarawa Assembly Raises Alarm Over Insecurity

Proliferation Of Special Forces Not Healthy For National Security Col. Usman

We Must Safeguard NSITFs Independence Board Chairman

Winners Emerge In PalmPay & Glo Campaign

Balmoral, Boxing Legend Amir Khan To Stage Big Bouts In Lagos On Independence Day

Odele Age-Group Tennis Tourney: Organisers Lauds Attendance Of Participants

Isese: Declare August 20, 21 Public Holidays, ICIR Tells Tinubu

Abia Joins Four Other States In EU Funded Anti-Corruption Strategy

UN Women Advocates Policies To Strengthen Care Economy, Womens Economic Empowerment

Ex-Plateau Govship Aspirant Resigns From PDP

NBA Condemns Assault On Anambra Corps Member

Court Orders Gbenga Daniel To Submit Property Documents

Badaru Reaffirms Nigeria-Czech Strategic Defence Partnership

THE SUN

Benue: Suspected herders kill mother, son, two others in new attack

Unsafe oil practices endangering Nigerian lives Osifo

Tinubu reaffirms inclusivity, diversity, rule of law as Nigerias strength at TICAD9

Humanitarian crisis: IOM donates N1.7 billion to Benue IDPs

Nigerians blast FG over empty stand at ongoing TICAD9

Bandits emboldened by huge proceeds from illegal mining FCT CP

How bandits killed 50 villagers in my constituency Malumfashi lawmaker

Edo: Speaker raises gender imbalance as assembly clears 8 new commissioners

Fed Poly Wannune: Council sacks deputy rector over insubordination

PSC approves promotion of 952 ASPs to DSPs, decline 176 others over retirement, death

Ogun IPAC urges parties to accept by-election results

Why Africa deserves two seats at UN security council Tinubu at TICAD9

Housing deficit: FG finally puts figure at 16m

SAN SSS screening controversy: Odinkalu counters Akinboro

Ladoja to be installed as 44th Olubadan September 26

2027: Kano govt to set up task force on voters registration

Police arrest three for killing youth leader in Ebonyi community

States no longer seek bailouts under Tinubu Wike

Lokpobiri commiserates with APC Chairman over mothers death

David Stockbrink: 5 things to know about Flying Eagles star

It was sad seeing many empty auto plants in Nigeria that used to produce vehicles, components Backhaus-Jerling, AAAM CEO

Ogun APC slams indefinite suspension on Senator Daniel, Folarin over anti-party activities

Why I appointed 106 aides Nasarawa lawmaker

Salah makes history at PFA Awards

Lookman returns to Atalanta, to train apart for next 2 weeks

Coaches plead with NSC to pay athletes grants to motivate them

2027: ADC is no coalition, they have nothing Wike

By-election: APC testing ground for 2027 PDP

Owo church attack: DSS opposes suspects bail plea

Revenue formula review: Arewa Think Tank hails RMAFC boss

Nigerian-born Benin football legend dies at 38

Emilagba, Coach Aderemi shine in Benin League

AfroBasket 2025: Nigeria, Senegal battle for semi-final slot

Oil dispute: Court acquits Asemota, 6 others over alleged felony

Alleged fraud: Court freezes bank accounts linked to ex-NNPC GCEO

Agbaja nation woos investors to tap on opportunities at 9th Mile multi-million naira industrial park

PGF mourns passing of Mama Yilwatda

Mbah partners ANAMMCO to rebuild 50 abandoned buses, boosts Enugus transport system

2027: Northern group renews call for APC, Tinubu to jettison joint Muslim ticket

IYD: JCI unveils 2025 10 outstanding young persons

SDP not divided, just varied opinions Adebayo

Kaduna by-elections: How APC floored PDP, ADC

ZLP to exploit APCs failures in 2027 polls

Babachir Lawal believed he would be Tinubus VP Wike

NENF to APC: Drop Muslim-Muslim ticket for 2027

2027: Usman bemoans stability in LP, blames leadership crisis

APC chieftain Ikonne challenges Gov Otti on school renovation claims

Anambra by-election: ADCs Amamgbo rejects results, alleges systemic sabotage

Why PDP lost Taraba by-election Former chieftain

Premier League: Deputy Senate President to upgrade BUKs stadium

BREAKING: Ex-Benin footballer Razak Omotoyossi dies at 39

NYG Zonal Elimination: Team Nasarawa stuns rivals, grabs 4 tickets to Asaba showdown

Insurance, pension leaders to chart new path at NAIPE confab

How NAICOMs new law seeks to end Nigerias building collapse tragedy

DMO to re-issue N230bn NTBs as yields rise

IMG launches N6.39bn Rights Issue to cut debt, fund expansion

Inside CBNs roadmap for smarter, digitally empowered Nigeria

APFFLON urges calm over B-Odogwu transition

Shippers Council, NAPTIP launch maritime war on human trafficking

BLUE PRINT

Kaduna: Military defends action as NBA, communities protest illegal demolitions

Federal Housing Authority commissions 110 housing units, complex for low-income earners, staff in FCT

Bisi Akande visits Aisha Buhari, hails late Presidents legacy

GENDA restructures board, appoints new trustees

Edo assembly confirms Nosa Adams, others as Commissioners

2027: Northern leaders rally as ADL decries systemic marginalisation of region

2027: Obidient Movement unveils operation get your PVC in Enugu

Again, ADC tackles APC over pay rise for political office holders

Alia surrenders, backs assembly resolutions in Benue

Regulate state vigilante groups, ex-IPAC leader urges IGP

House of Representatives summon 11 DISCOs over N2.6trn debt to federation

ICPC chairman to Attorneys-General: Champion integrity, cooperation against corruption

Nigeria Police upgrade medical section to directorate, harp on accessible services

Real estate firm unveils investment platform

Ogewu: Championing Igede nation towards renewed hope

Port Harcourtto 2025 Nigeria Basketball Premier League

Foundation offers free medical outreach, donates food to Kaduna community

At TICAD 9, Tinubu hails Nigerias armed forces as Japanese prime minister earmarks $5.5bn support for Africa

13 million social media accounts shut in Nigeria

Super Falcons defender Demehin extends Galatasaray contract

Anambra: Security operatives who assaulted NYSC corps member sacked, to face prosecution

Edo bye-election violence: Observer groups seek investigation, prosecution of culprits

Barnsley set to part ways with Kelechi Nwakali

Veteran Nollywood actor Fabian Adibe d!es

Remo Stars sign Malian duo Coulibaly, Gota ahead of new season

1025 World Athletics Championships: Again, Nigerias relay teams fails to qualify

Indiana woman arrested for alleged plot to k!ll Trump

Breaking: Coronation date set as Makinde okays Ladoja as 44th Olubadan

Leader Olumba Olumba Obus everlasting gospel solution to worlds problem

New NBA Okehi branch leadership emerges, promises transparency, members welfare

NSC storms Lagos, inspects facilities for 2026 National Youth Games bid

NITDA lauds social media platforms over compliance with Code of Practice

AFCON winner announces final retirement from football

Group faults Ekiti on health, infrastructure, revenue growth

Maya youths to Adamawa Assembly: Act on districts creation bill to avert bloodshed

Sardauna foundation disburses N200m scholarship to indigents students

Kebbi 2027: Rating Malamis macabre dance

APC suspends former Ogun governor Gbenga Daniel, Folarin

Coalition raises the alarm over unlawful dismissals, preferential hiring, others at AMCOW

Foundation raises alarm over policy gaps in disability care, urges action

Foundation raises the alarm over policy gaps in disability care, urges action

Foundation settles surgery bills, distributes food to patients in Gombe

Relief for subscribers as Tinubu cancels 5% telecoms tax

Tarrif hike: NCC commits to consumer protection, transparency

Disaster management:NEMA, UNDP collaborate on national strategy

Zamfara APC supporters vow to defend their votes, reject injustice in Kaura South rerun

Ogene: Renewable curriculum to reshape Nigerias skills base

Court freezes ex-NNPCL boss, Kyaris accounts

Usman Shugabas deserved elevation to police commissioner

Reclaiming the past, shaping the future of the North

Two years of Renewed Hope in Tunji-Ojos Interior Ministry

Why we want to host National Sports Festival Diri

Oyebanji champions Ikogosi 17.5 km marathon race

Royal war: Yoruba Forum, Ekiti monarchcaution, as Ooni dismisses Alaafins threat

Airport breaches:NCAA goes tough, orders mobile phones, others switched off during flights

Our NEC meeting will deliberate on support for Tinubus re-election NNPP

Observers hail Kaduna bye-election, call for more voter education

Review of revenue allocation formula is win-win-balanced federalism Okechukwu

Bye-elections:Our exclusion Abure, APCs conspiracy theory LP

GUARDIAN

NITDA hails Google, TikTok for code compliance

Every Kwara indigene owes 236,248 per capita debt Report

Umar Ajiya Isa: A legacy of strategic leadership in oil and gas

NIMASA tightens global pollution rules on ships operating in Nigerian waters

Chinese ambassador cautions nationals against illegal mining in Nigeria

Experts warn 90 million Nigerian households face health risks from solid fuel cooking

Pakistan authorities arrest Nigerian woman for selling cocaine

NCAA phone switch-off directive embarrasses Nigeria globally NEFGAD

Firm reaffirms commitment to safeguarding digital assets

IGP approves upgrade of police medical section to full directorate

Nigerias debt should fund rail, ports, not palliatives Garba

2027: Tunji-Ojo calls for synergy to secure overwhelming victory for Tinubu

Remain law abiding, Olowo charges Igboho, supporters

TICAD9: Tinubu in Japan for serious business, not for gimmicks, photo ops

Rainoil expands logistics fleet with 45,000MT Princess Oge tanker

Empty booth at TICAD: Nigeria not in Japan for optics, says Tinubus aide

Reps panel summons 11 Discos over N2.6 trillion debt

NCC to release quarterly consumer-driven telecoms performance data

Atiku mocks Nigerias empty booth at TICAD9

NSITF board faults ambiguity in Financial Act 2021

PSC promotes 952 ASPs, declines elevation of 179 others

PSC promotes 952 ASPs, declines elevation of 179 others

Brymo accuses top Nigerian artists of exploiting upcoming musicians

Katsina stops salaries of over 100 teachers for abscondment

Nigerian broadcaster sets world record with 105-hour radio talk show

Tinubu support group appoints Ejioye as Ekiti Coordinator

EFCC arrests 36 in Port Harcourt as Lagos court jails two fraudsters

Nigeria removes 59m harmful posts, shuts 13.5m social media accounts

CoAS pledges better soldiers welfare, inaugurates projects in Rivers

20 NTAC volunteers from Nigeria arrive, begin service in Gambia

Full list: Billboard releases 50 greatest Afrobeats songs of all time

NEMA rescues 25, recovers 3 bodies in Sokoto boat mishap

Temmy Dreddz to drop first 2025 Single, OGO

Lokpobiri pays condolence visit to APC chair over mothers passing

Former Nigeria striker Brown Ideye retires at 36

Tinubu demands UN reform, Japanese PM pledges $5.5b for Africa at TICAD 9

LP chair in Lagos says Peter Obis political influence is waning

VP Shettima leads condolence visit to Governor Ododo, honors late patriarch

TICAD9: Nigerias booth to open Thursday, says ministry

Sheathe your swords, Ifa worshippers tell Ooni, Alaafin

NUJ chair launches padbank outreach to fight menstrual poverty in Cross River

ADC rejects proposed increase in salaries of political office holders

Akpabio condoles Yilwatda on mothers passing

Police nab man for killing 11-year-old son in Kogi

897 patients benefit from subsidised dialysis in seven months ATBUTH

Court summons ECWA president for contempt

Gov AbdulRazaq hails Tinubu over arrest of top terrorist leaders

Northwest not excluded from FGs dialysis subsidy Health Ministry

Shettima leads visits Kogi to condole Ododo over fathers passing

PDP chieftain blames poor leadership for partys loss in Taraba by-election

Lawmaker weeps as bandits kill 30 in Katsina

UK bans Sanex advert for promoting white skin as superior

Edo APC dismisses call for state secretarys resignation

Give media tax incentives, relief on import duties, Soneye urges FG

Social media: A bridge in impactful public relations

Ifa Religion Council asks Tinubu to declare national holidays for Isese Festival

Naira Marley addresses Mohbad royalties in new video

I didnt bully Mohbad, I didnt kill him, says Naira Marley

NAHCON cautions against subjecting innocent officials to media trials

THE AUTHORITY

Zamfara group slams heavy police deployment ahead of rerun poll

Illegal Mining in Nigeria: A $9 Billion Annual Loss Fuelling Banditry

FMAFS holds workshop to review reports, natl agrifood systems investment plan to boost agricultural transfomation

FG unveils circular economy youth empowerment initiative to drive jobs, climate action

SAN SSS screening controversy: Odinkalu counters Akinboro

Lagos: UBA Foundations Boost for Safety Through Giving

Tinubu, Shettima, APC, Govs pay tributes as Gov. Ododo loses father

Nigeria spends $10bn on food imports annually, says minister

Amaechis presidential bid dead on arrival Wike

FG summons Ibom Air crew, Emmasson over airport incident

Nigerian Pidgin rising to global prominence NOUN Professor

Awaka Ezeship tussle: Distance yourself, office from presentation of any Eze -Elect, Ndegbelu village writes Owerri North Council Chairman

Cashew Farmers Group Condoles with Kogi Gov Ododo Over Fathers Passing

Echoes of Peace: Kenya and China commemorate WWII anniversary with cultural exchange

Bogoro, Tallen named NOCRELA Grand Patron, Grand Matron

UNICEF commends Gov. Mbahs efforts in curtailing child malnutrition in Enugu

Bam Microfinance Bank Plc elects John Ushahemba Pilaku as Board Chairman

LG Electronics partners PricePally to unveil the Fill Up Campaign: A game-changer for smart shopping

Nurses Across the Borders Executive President commends Health Ministers reforms, highlights systemic challenges

NHRC commends humanitarian workers, seeks protection at Intl Day

FCTA Vows to Clear Shanties, Criminal Hideouts

Governor Bago Backs Tinubus Reforms, Baro Inland Port Project

Defilement: Police operatives in Anambra arrest 2

Tension in Anambra community as senor police officer shoots kinsman dead

Ebonyi community celebrates wrestling festival in grand style

NYSC member assaulted by Agunechemba security operatives in Anambra

ALGON D/Nat President thanks Partnership for Agile Governance and Climate Engagement (PACE) for paternering with the Association

Lahor Group hails Tinubu, Okpebholos governance initiatives for empowering youths

NASS seeks distinct salary structure for legislative aides

Bye-election: INEC to present certificate of return Thursday, Friday.

LEADERSHIP

Foundation Brings Relief To Kwoi Community In Kaduna

Tinubu Tackling Niger Delta Challenges With ‘Key Projects, Appointments’, Says SGF

By-election: Zamfara Gov’t Slams APC, Alleges Military Interference

Tighten Border Security To Safeguard Importations Through Seaports

Defection: PDP Seeks Removal Of 4 Osun Lawmakers

Tension Over Alleged Sale Of Community Land To Developers In Edo

7 Die In Yobe Auto Crash

Federal Gov’t Mourns As Nigeria’s Consul General In Cameroun Dies

Isese Day: Makinde Pledges Support For Traditional Worshippers

PSC Approves Promotion Of 952 Police Officers From ASP To DSP

Edo Gov’t Pledges Support For Paralysed Victim Of Truck Accident After VDM’s Intervention

IGP Mobilises Policemen From Abuja, Kaduna For Zamfara Assembly Supplementary Poll

Nigeria Shuts Down 13.5m Social Media Accounts, Removes 58.9m Offensive Contents

IGP Upgrades Force Medical Section To Directorate Status

Nigeria Targets $1bn Deals At TICAD9 – Tinubu

Gov Makinde Visits Olubadan-designate Oba Ladoja

Nigeria Didn’t Go To TICAD9 For Trade Expo, Says Presidency

Trader Bags 3-month Jail Term For Unlawful Dealing In Tramadol

Ex-Minister Pantami Condemns Katsina Mosque Massacre, Seeks Tech Deployment By Security Agencies

Presidency Confirms Appointment Of Pedro As DG Of NTA

DAILY TIMES

Nigeria to open TICAD9 booth on Thursday a day before summit ends

PDP alleges APC deploying DSS, Army, others to rig Zamfara by-election

Nigerias booth stands empty at TICAD9 opening day in Japan

Nigeria spends $10bn yearly on food imports, says Kyari

Human trafficking, stowaways cause $100m global loss yearly-Shippers Council

Ogun APC suspends Gbenga Daniel over alleged anti-party activities

FG implement strategy to tackle Nigerias housing deficit

Peter Obis political weight is diminishing, says Lagos LP chair

Nasarawa lawmaker appoints 106 aides to boost inclusive leadership

Groups urge Tinubu to drop Shettima, pick northern christian ahead of 2027

NAICOM, SEC strengthen collaboration on insurance sector reforms

Wike: Babachir Lawal is angry because he is not the vice president

Oil slips to $65.63 as Ukraine peace talks ease supply fears

Nyesome Wike: Amaechi has no respect for the rule of law

Coronation Insurance posts N49.4bn revenue, profit surges 527%

Nigerian govt bans flight mode on all flights

Equity investors lose N2.38trn as NGX plunges 1.46%

Wike to Contractors: No blackmail can force me to fund fake projects

Review of Revenue Allocation Formula, win-win-balanced federalism Okechukwu

Bye-Election: Zamfara communities celebrate as opposition APC beats PDP, five polling units inconclusive

NHRC commends humanitarian workers, seeks protection at Intl Day

N131.8m, $200.000 Fraud: EFCC arraigns ICT Consultant

NYSC condemns assault on female Corps member by Anambra vigilantes

Court to decide Al-Shabab terrorists bail request Sept. 10

Exclusive breastfeeding: Concerned mothers, others urge compliance in Bauchi

Trouble Looms As Wike Vows To Stop PDP Convention

Afrobeats Has a Greater Future Zeeno Foster

PREMIUM TIMES

House committee lauds Jigawa for championing universal health coverage

NBA condemns assault on NYSC member, calls for probe, prosecution

EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian doctors may suspend planned strike following govts new pay circular

Japanese PM worried about countrys population decline

Benue Assembly rejects commissioner nominee after petition by former students

Police arrest 131 crime suspects, rescue kidnap victims

Police create new area commands, upgrade five stations in Benue amid rising security concerns Official

BBNaija 10: Ex-housemate, Kayikunmi, speaks on intimate moments with Isabella

Cyprian Ekwensis autobiography, first novella set for posthumous release

Nigerias empty booth at TICAD9 conference in Japan generates ripples

Critically acclaimed movie My Fathers Shadow to premiere in Nigeria

NAHCON reaffirms commitment to accountability amidst probe speculations

In Japan, Tinubu praises Nigerias armed forces

Major Health Stories Across Nigeria in July

Bandits kill five in suspected reprisal attack in Kaduna

INEC declares LP candidate serving jail term winner of assembly rerun election

Police rescue 20 Ghanaians allegedly trafficked to Akwa Ibom

World Mosquito Day: Beyond malaria, other deadly diseases mosquitoes spread

Ike Ibeabuchi, Idris Afinni promise third-round knockouts ahead of Lagos Heavyweight Showdown

Police arrest man for allegedly macheting girlfriend to death

iPhone 15 Pro up for grabs Dont miss your chance!

Governor Alia backs Benue Assembly on suspension of public officials

Nigeria customs intercepts N700 million illicit drugs in Katsina

Insecurity: Katsina acting governor seeks federal intervention

Your political influence waning, LP chieftain tells Peter Obi

ANALYSIS: G20 can bridge opposing power blocks through climate action

Ogun APC suspends Gbenga Daniel, Kunle Folarin

Integral named Nigerias exclusive sales agent, of On Location, for FIFA World Cup 26 hospitality sales

Tracing Al-Qaedas Footprints In Nigeria: From war-torn Sahel to Nigerias forest reserves

Nigerian basketball player dies during training

Deputy Senate President to upgrade BUK Stadium

U-20 World Cup: Flying Eagles kickoff final lap of preparations

Soludos wife, NYSC react to assault on female corps member in Anambra

Brown Ideye officially retires from professional football

How man allegedly lured, raped 8-year-old girl Police

Security operatives dislodge notorious IPOB commanders from hideouts

National Sports Festival: Bayelsa declares intention to host 2028 edition

Military alone cant defeat terrorism, says Nigerian governor

SPECIAL REPORT: Farmers, fishermen suffer as oil spills persist in Niger Delta communities

Saudi Arabia detains Nigerian woman over alleged drug-related luggage mix-up

Anambra govt, police speak on assault of NYSC member by vigilante operatives

INEC fixes date for Zamfara supplementary election

Winners of Arise Agenda in My Community challenge receive prizes

CHAN 2024: Nigeria end winless run with 2-0 victory over DR Congo

Rebuilding cohesion: National identity as the foundation for trust and strong institutions, By Enene Ejembi

US revokes 6,000 student visas

VIDEO: Outrage as vigilante operatives assault, strip female NYSC member

Ex-convict arrested for fresh theft, seven days after completing jail term for theft

NCC, CBN collaborate to tackle failed telecom transactions

NESG launches 31st economic summit, urges second wave of reforms

Court freezes Jaiz Bank accounts linked to ex-NNPCL boss Mele Kyari over alleged fraud

Owo Church Massacre: Defendants have link with foreign terrorist groups, SSS tells court

Jaiz Bank meets CBN capital requirement, unveils new corporate identity Official

FAAN restates mandatory security checks at Nigerian airports

Plateau State moves against human trafficking amid community outcry

Burkina Faso expels top UN official

Ex-VON DG backs revenue formula review

July deadliest for vigilante groups NHRC

Key developments in womens rights in Nigeria (July 2025 Edition)

Ex-NNPC spokesperson canvasses FGs support for Nigerian media

Nigeria vs DR Congo (LIVE UPDATES): Eagles seek to end seven-year winless run

UTME 2025: JAMB sets deadline for admissions

Femi Otedolas Making It Big jumps to Number 4 on Amazon Best Sellers list

Oriyomi Hamzat lifts ban on Naira Marley songs on Agidigbo FM

Ondo PWDs demand budgetary allocation, seek journalists support for activities

Nigerian Army accused of detaining community leaders for one year without trial

Court convicts man of failing to declare $49,000 at airport

Never again will I lower my standards for anyone Kwam1s wife, Emmanuella sparks curiosity with cryptic post

13 confirmed killed in Malumfashi mosque attack

Boko Haram founders son, others arrested in Chad

Nothing is as sweet as good governance Ottis example

Customs, Shippers Council meet over hitches in management system

Abakaliki residents, businesses decry three-month power outage

Man allegedly stabs girlfriend to death

Enugu local authorities speak on murder, mutilation of pregnant nurse in Anambra

Theyve rubbished us, Comfort Emmasons dad demands justice

Why court ordered National Assembly to disclose N37bn complex renovation expenses details (DOWNLOAD)

UNESCO recognises Sango Festival as Intangible Cultural Heritage

Key takeaways from Trumps meeting with Zelensky, European leaders

Ex-NBA official condemns SSS screening of SAN-designates, gives reasons

SPORT

40 young golfers set for Awa Ibraheem junior championship in Lagos – Daily Trust

5Stars Premier League Abuja Winner Energy FC wait as Lagos phase witnesses dramatic opening – Blueprint

Abuja golf reporters urge Wike to reopen IBB golf club – Daily Trust

Abuja, Lagos agog for 5Stars Premier League – Punch

AC Milan, Leverkusen in talks for Victor Boniface loan deal – Vanguard

Adeyinka shines as best gross champion at LGAN western zone open – Daily Trust

Adieu Razak! Tributes as Lagos-born ex-Benin striker Omotoyossi dies at 39 – Punch

AfroBasket 2025: DTigers set for showdown with Senegal – Punch

Alan Shearer accuses Isak of pouring flames on fire of Newcastle row – Vanguard

Atalanta hit Lookman with sanctions after failed transfer – Punch

Awoniyi faces uncertain future at Forest – Punch

Balmoral Group, Amir Khan Bring Historic Boxing Night to Nigeria – Thisday

Barau to upgrade BUK stadium as club make NPFL debut – Daily Trust

Barnsley axe Nwakali over lateness – Punch

Brazils Fabio sets new football record with 1,391 career appearances – Vanguard

BREAKING: Ex-Benin footballer Razak Omotoyossi dies at 39 – The Sun

CHAN 2024: Super Eagles B bow out with 2-0 win over Congo – Daily Trust

CHAN 2024: Top scorers ahead of quarter-final fixtures – Vanguard

Coaches plead with NSC to pay athletes grants to motivate them – The Sun

Crawford stun Babcock as NPUGA 2025 begins in Ogun – Punch

David Stockbrink: 5 things to know about Flying Eagles star – The Sun

Deputy Senate President to Upgrade BUKs Stadium for NPFL – Thisday

DTigers battle Senegal for AfroBasket semi-final spot – Punch

DTigers eye 2025 AfroBasket semifinal berth against Senegal – Daily Trust

Eagles B bow out of CHAN with Congo win – Punch

Elegbeleye Lauds President Tinubu on Pedros Appointment – Thisday

Emilagba, Coach Aderemi shine in Benin League – The Sun

EPL: Rooney calls for points deductions, fines to combat racism – Punch

Eze: Tottenham strike 60m agreement with Crystal Palace – Guardian

FG Okays Bayelsa as Host of National Sports Festival – Thisday

Fighting Murphy next is ano-brainer Volkanovski – Blueprint

Former Benin International, Omotoyossi, is Dead – Thisday

From zil to Makelele: Stars who never made PFA XI – Punch

Getafe coach hints at Uches exit – Punch

Home-based Eagles Exit CHAN on High with 2-0 Win over Congo – Thisday

Ibadin confident of World Champs ticket – Punch

Ibeabuchi, Afinni talk tough ahead of Lagos bout – Punch

Inaugural Sports Camp Climaxes with Excitement – Thisday

Isak breaks silence, insists on leaving Newcastle; club disagree – Vanguard

Itauma gets career-best payout after Whyte KO – Blueprint

Itauma gets career-best payout after Whyte KO – Punch

Kaizer Chiefs sign Nigerian forward, Ighodaro, for new PSL season – Guardian

Klopps call sealed my move to RB Leipzig -Bakayoko – Punch

Lakowe Lakes to host fifth emerald invitational Escape to the Greens – Daily Trust

Leao to miss AC Milans Serie A opener with calf injury – Blueprint

Lookman faces sanctions over two-week strike as Atalanta set for talks – Guardian

Lookman re-joins Atalanta for training – Blueprint

Lookman returns to Atalanta, to train apart for next 2 weeks – The Sun

Miami fears Messi blow ahead of Leagues Cup quarter-finals – Punch

Napoli step up striker hunt, open talks for Nigerias Tolu Arokodare – Vanguard

Nathaniel vows stronger showing at World Champs – Punch

Ndidi lauds Besiktas fans after winning start in Turkey – Punch

Nigeria bow out of CHAN 2024 despite 20 win over Congo – Punch

Nigeria end regional athletics champs on high note – Punch

Nigerian-born Benin football legend dies at 38 – The Sun

Nigerian-born Beninese Star, Razak Omotoyossi, dies at 39 – Punch

Nigerias DTigers, Senegals Lions in Blockbuster Clash for Sfinal Ticket – Thisday

Nigerias Super Eagles B exits 2024 CHAN despite win vs Congo – Blueprint

NSC pledges equal opportunities for all Nigerian sports – Punch

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