Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Wednesday, 18 December 2024

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

PUNCH

How I escaped assassination twice in Iraq – Pope

50,000 Christians killed in 14 years – ICC

2025 budget: FEC orders final adjustments as Tinubu presents Wednesday

Ekiti workers excited over N70,000 wage payment

States must pay minimum wage with arrears

Three to die by hanging for killing Delta monarch

Police hunt killers of UNIZIK lecturer

You will overcome your enemies, Secondus tells Fubara

Court restrains Adeleke from appointing new Owa Obokun

FG has over 7,000 youth initiatives across MDAs – Minister

Kaduna gov returns Abacha family’s land revoked by El-Rufai

Ododo signs law establishing teaching hospital

You will overcome your enemies, Secondus tells Fubara

Kano Assembly confirms seven commissioner-nominees

Mimiko served Ondo with distinction, says Aiyedatiwa

Hardship: FG, opposition clash over Tinubu’s economic reforms

Nigeria receives UNESCO certificate for Kano Durbar’s cultural heritage status

FCT minister disburses N388bn to 10 communities

NBA president urges Nigerians to build confidence in electoral process

Delta gov calls for calm, promises probe into Okuama leaders’ death

Lung detox tea video misleading, not approved, says NAFDAC DG

INEC restores Ezeokenwa as APGA chairman after Supreme Court judgment

Senate proposes new capital requirements for insurance firms

THISDAY

Arise: Pressure Should Be Mounted on NAssembly to Pass Tax Reform Bills

At 157.56% Return YtD, Oil/GasEmerge Best Performing Index on NGX

NESG: Gaps in Strategy,Execution Could Hinder Nigerias Long-term Economic Progress

UBA to Expand SMEs Lending, Invest in Digital Technology with N239.4bn Rights Issue

NAHCO Commences Five-year Transformation, Projects Revenue Growth of N300bn

Proposed Fly Nigeria Act to Boost Indigenous Carriers, Create Competitiveness

Cardiologist Debunks Myths About Fats and Heart Health

Nourishing Nigeria Through Dairy:Unlocking Milks Potential for Healthier Nigeria

FG Releases N44bn for Retirees Accrued Right Payment

Nigeria, Others Launch $90m Project to Reduce Hazardous Chemicals from Plastics

NERC Pledges to Protect Consumers Right to Quality Power Supply

Lookmans Management in Talks with Two Premier League Teams

Senate Passes Bill on New Minimum Capital Requirement for Insurance Firms

Agama: Vibrant Capital Market Key to $1trn Economy Achievement

FG, AfDB Push for Fair, Non-biased Credit Ratings for African Countries

FG Moves to Avert Repeat of P& ID Saga, Unveils Manual on Contract Mgt, Compliance

Over 560,000 NYSC Members Benefit from NNPC Foundations Entrepreneurship Initiative

ICPC Recovers N52b, $966,900.83 in One Year Says Chairman, Musa Aliyu

IGP Bans Arbitrary Arrests, Phone Searching by Officers at Checkpoints

NAMA Boss: Strict Adherence to ICAO Safety Standards Preventing Air Mishap in Nigeria

Nigerian Diaspora Investors Decry Coastal Road Diversion, Demand Accountability

Ondo Elections: NGO Says No Evidence in State Interference

UNILAG Mass Comm Dept Produces First Alumnus to Deliver Inaugural Lecture

SUN   

Furore in Reps as more LP members dump party

Nigerians’ve lost confidence in Tinubu Yusuf

2025 will consolidate Tinubus economic reforms Idris

We established Kojola dry port to complement FGs initiative on rail lines Gov Abiodun

 Businesswoman sentenced to 17 years for N57.6m fraud

Courts jail nine internet fraudsters in Kaduna

FG moves to reduce financial risks on contractual agreements

Tinubu to Buhari at 82: I will continue to build on your legacy

Uzodinmas FUTO honour proves he is doing well aide

Obi of Onitsha demands restoration of past glory, establishment of Development Authority

CSOs demand Lagos AG appeals Olaleyes overturned sexual assault conviction

Tax reforms pivotal for prosperous, inclusive Nigeria Tinubu

Edo Assembly suspends all 18 council chairmen, deputies over misconduct

 GUARDIAN

INEC seeks electoral law review to accommodate innovations

Imo PDP flays Uzodimma over failure to secure promised foreign jobs for youths

APC chides Adeleke over 2018 guber poll claims, warns against rubbishing judiciary

INEC obeys S’Court judgment, restores Ezeokenwa as APGA chairman

Edo Assembly suspends 18 council chairmen, PDP kicks

Group seeks urgent reforms, end to escalating insecurity in Anambra

Man shot by police in Lagos seeks justice six years after

Groups ask LASG to appeal doctors acquittal in child defilement case

Hoodlums abduct 25 people in Katsina council

Mexico asks US to extradite suspect in journalist’s murder

France warns Mayotte cyclone toll to rise as curfew imposed

Kenya telecoms firm pressuring media group over investigation

US sees ‘cautious optimism’ on reaching Gaza ceasefire

Japan’s Honda,Nissan to begin merger talks: -report

Oyetola decries revenue leakages, inefficiency in maritime sector

40 million adults still excluded as financial inclusion hit 64%

Port users decry $8,000 cleaning fee by cargo terminals

Agric, medical schools get FGs N47 billion intervention

LAUTECH wins N20m NOA campus debate

Agric, medical schools get N47b FG intervention fund

UNICEF, ABU Zaria partner to promote digital learning

Contracts: FG unveils new policy to curb financial risk

FG finalises draft National Policy on Marine and Blue Economy

Index crosses 100,000 mark amid Yuletide rally

Uncertainty trails N20 billion consumer auto finance scheme

UNICEF decries 30% deliveries in Bauchi healthcare

Three policemen sentenced over killing of rapper Canserbero

Honda, Nissan to begin merger talks

Oborevwori frowns at employers rejection of corps members

VANGUARD

EndBadGovernance: We didn’t see Khalid tortured in DSS detention – Released protesters

Bobrisky, Nwabali, Betta Edu, top Google searches for 2024

Iya Abubakar@90: How he procured first largest computer in Africa, former NIMC DG, Aziz, recounts

Telcos threaten telecom blackout in nine states

Russian hackers breached key Microsoft systems

Tax reform bills: Critics cannibalising document for selfish interests — NECA

Insecurity: Akpabio, Ningi tango over govs’ security votes

Reps probe non-delivery of 2000 tractors, others, despite N3bn agreement

Why we’ve not been making progress as a race — Gani Adams

Nigerians paid N2.3trn in ransom over 12 months – NBS

Pope escaped two assassination attempts in Iraq

Edo Assembly suspends LG chairmen, vice chairmen; PDP rejects action

FG’s electricity subsidies to rise by 2.76% to N199.64bn in Dec – NERC

UNIZIK lecturer killed in Awka, gunmen escape with car

PSC promotes additional 78 senior police officers

Staff shortage hindering NAFDAC’s regulatory duties, says DG

How N239.4bn Rights Issue will contribute to UBA’s growth  – Elumelu

Food inflation worsens, sets to cross 40%

NIMASA commences monitoring of SPDC oil spill at Bonny Terminal

One in 5 properties in England now at risk of flooding

Former French president De Gaulles watch auctioned for over 500,000 euros

NYSC member slumps, dies in Kebbi

Woman allegedly steals palm oil; Im not guilty, she tells court

Aiyedatiwa to Mimiko: Youre a worthy Leader who served with distinction

Dont believe those saying Gov doesnt release funds Eno

Anambra retired directors threaten showdown with Govt over pension review

Japa: Its hard abroad, but Im doing better than my peers in Nigeria Dr. Olayiwola

LEADERSHIP

NAFDAC Launches Legal Action Against Lung Detox Tea Manufacturer

Bill To Prohibit Foreign Currency Use Scales First Reading

Yiaga Africa To NASS: Give Prisoners, Security Personnel, Journalists Voting Rights

ECOWAS Launches Single Currency In 2027

CSOs Kick As Nigerians Pay N2.670trn Ransom In 12 Months

INEC Restores Ezeokenwa As APGA National Chairman

Davido, 50 Cent, Mary J. Blige To Co-Headline London Show

Tinubu Pays Tribute To Buhari At 82, Vows to Build On His Legacy

Gov Sani Returns Abacha Family Lands Revoked By el-Rufai

ACF Hails Federal Govt’s Renaming Of Abuja Varsity After Gowon

TRIBUNE

Harmattan season: Lagos govt launches fire safety campaign in markets

Stakeholders advocate non-kinetic approach to end insurgency in North-East

Why Yoruba race yet to fulfill its destiny ‘ Gani Adams

Be law-abiding citizens, Olubadan urges Edo indigenes in Ibadan

Oyetola seeks to close revenue leakages in marine sector in Nigeria

FCAS will enhance operational efficiency, reduce financial risk ‘ Perm Sec

Presidency launches youth activities dashboard to empower young Nigerians

Reps to probe $684m, N139bn agricultural mechanisation contract

Gov Fintiri launches third phase of business wallet initiative

Speaker Abbas sets up standing committee on peace building, social cohesion

NATION    

New era in the Nigerian Correctional Service

Engineers get kudos for sanitising mining

UBEC appoints new Executive Secretary Aisha Garba

NiMet hosts workshop ahead release of 2025 SCP

Senate upholds sack of AuGFs staff over alleged employment racketeering

Enugu governor hails Lookman, Nnadozie, Super Falcons on CAF awards wins

Olubadan urges Edo indigenes in Ibadan to remain law-abiding

First Lady celebrates Nigerian stars victory at CAF Awards

Young entrepreneurs shine at youth sustainable enterprise challenge grand finale

Jubilation as Ekiti govt pays N70,000 new minimum wage to workers

Fed Govt okays N47bn for agric, medical schools

Youths applaud FG, CDS for oil theft reduction in Niger Delta

Tinubu pledges to build on Buharis infrastructure legacy

HERALD

UBA Donates N500 Million to Lagos State Security Trust Fund, Pledges Support for State’s Effort at Improving Security

Events Lineup for December: Must-Attend Festivals and Concerts

Tinubu Appoints Eight New Permanent Secretaries in Federal Civil Service

Ogun Communities Lament Lack of Basic Amenities, Multiple Taxation by LG Officials

Ex-Yoruba Community Leader Urges Patience with Tinubu’s Reforms, Promises Brighter Future

Chloe Bailey, Burna Boy Spark Dating Rumours with Lagos Outing

DAILY TRUST

NEDC trains CSOs, journalists on non-kinetic approaches to insurgency

Adamawa Unveils New Education Policy

How NPA is Influencing Maritime Connectivity in West Africa sub region

Senate Adopts Dicksons Call for Modern Ranching

INEC reinstates Ezeokenwa as APGA national chair

614,937 Nigerians killed, 2.2m abducted in 1yr NBS

IPACs new constitution will deepen Nigerias democracy Prof Yakubu

Edo Assembly suspends 18 LG chairmen, deputies over misconduct

Delta Assembly reinstates suspended lawmakers

Kano Assembly confirms Sagaji, 6 others as commissioners-designate

Why we endorsed Tinubu for second term N/Central APC Forum

ADC warns members against defecting to other parties

Yiaga Africa urges N/Assembly to initiate voting rights for inmates

At 82, Buhari lives in silence, dignity in Daura

Abuja indigenous students reject renaming UniAbuja after Gowon

Firm asks court to bar Wike, others from Abuja disputed land

Prioritize road infrastructure in grassroots, foundation urges Wike

Mahmoud commends Remi Tinubus initiatives for elders

US farm breeds pigs for human kidney transplants

Over 5m Nigerian farmers supported since 2019 says U.S

IRAQ: Pope says escaped two assassination attempts

RUSSIA: Moscow moves to remove Taliban from terror list

FRANCE:De Gaulles watch auctioned for over 500,000 euros

MOZAMBIQUE: Cyclone Chido kills at least 34 people

CHINA: Pakistan, Chinas diplomatic relations deteriorates

Banks restrict multiple account owners to N20,000 withdrawal

We took $1bn loan to support Dangote Refinery NNPC

$1trn economy necessary for Nigerias prosperity SEC

CBN moves against hawking of mint notes to curb illicit money flow

Edo Assembly suspends 18 LG chairs, deputies

Senate proposes bill to ban use of foreign currency in Nigeria

Chidoka: How South East lost N17.4trn in 29 years

Gov Sani returns Abacha family lands revoked by El-rufai

AUTHORITY

Allegations of bribery, extortion scandals rock Police constables recruitment

Reps launches probe into N3bn tractor scandal

FCT communities get WBank $250,000 AcReSAL loan

Reps summons military leaders over alleged human rights violation

Unapproved buildings will put FCT on flood path Official

2027: ADC will no longer serve as Special Purpose Vehicle for politicians Chairman

Youth group calls for immediate release of Bello Badejo, faults assault on justice

BUSINESSDAY

Food insecurity versus food inflation: Key to reducing inflationary pressure

Shell-Renaissance $1.3bn deal set for regulatory approval

Stable connection turns luxury as telecom investments drop

Mobile subscription growth rebounds after NCC purge

Nigerians’ 12-month ransom payment surpasses defense budget

Shell’s Bonga $5bn FID sparks hope for assets sale

Cash-strapped Nigerians battle pricey rice as Christmas nears

Aradel, other stocks drive Santa-Claus rally on NGX

DAILY INDEPENDENT

Chukwu Charges Igbo To Elect Only Credible People Into Ohanaeze NEC

How Corruption And Leadership Failures Are Discrediting Democracy

Town Agog As Mukhtar Galadima Is Installed As Wazirin Katsina-Ala

Tinubu’s Wife Shares N1.9bn To Elders, Veterans Nationwide

ICPC Recovers N52bn, $966,900.83, Intercepts N5.9bn Diverted Funds

Tinubu Appoints World Bank Education Specialist, Garba, To Head UBEC

FCTA Pledges Renewed Efforts To Tackle Security, Illegal Settlements

PANDEF Salutes Tinubu, Shell Over New Bonga North Offshore Oil Deal

Empowering Youth: NNPC Foundation, NYSC Unite To Combat Unemployment Through Entrepreneurial Training

Niger Delta Needs Integrated Strategies For Safe Environment, Says NDDC Director

Fubara Promises Cottage Industries, Social Amenities To Create Jobs, Wealth

Tinubu’s Reforms Make Implementation Of Minimum Wage Possible, Oyebanji Tells Ekiti Workers

NEW TELEGRAPH

EIU Projects Africas Economies Among Worlds Fastest Growing In 2025

Fiscal Consolidation In Nigeria, Othersll Gain Renewed Focus In 2025

CBN Goes Tough On Financial Institutions As Cash Scarcity Lingers

Black Friday: Report Unveils Increased Digital Fraud Amid Transactions

Ill Not Stay In Relationship That Requires Me To Abandon My True Self Dj Cuppy

Tax Reform: Rotimi Makinde Commends Tinubu, Says Itll Ease Citizens Burdens

ICPC Recovers Over N50bn In One Year Chairman

Senate Passes 2024 Nigerian Insurance Industry Reform Bill

WHO Commences Public Health Study Of Ogoni In 2025

Lawan Assures Of Well-Being Of Armed Forces Personnel

Yuletide: FRSC, Police Teams Up To Ease Traffic On Asaba-Onitsha Link Bridges

BLUEPRINT

Reps probe non-delivery of FG’s 2,000 tractors, 100 combined harvesters

Proposed tax bills an example of collaboration to deepen democracy – Tinubu

No excuse for violence against women

UNICEF reiterates commitment to sustainable primary health care financing

Oluremi Tinubu commended for taking care of people with disabilities

CReSAL project: Mahmoud disburses $25,000.00 each to 10 FCT communities

NEDC trains media, CSOs on non-kinetic approaches to fight insurgency

UNN graduates 11,143 students as Adamawa governor chairs convocation lecture

PDP speaks on suspension of LG chairmen in Edo

Lagos: LASTMA confirms pedestrian dead in road accident

2024: ICPC recovers N52bn, $966,900.83, intercepts N5.9bn diverted funds

Empowerment: Renewed Hope initiative disburses N50m to 250 elders in Kebbi

ACF hails renaming of University of Abuja after Gowon

Establish ranches across Nigeria, Senate tells FG

APGA crisis: INEC complies with Supreme Court judgement, restores  Ezeokenwa as national chair

Green bonds aid capital market’s transition to low-carbon economy – SEC

Terrorism practitioners trustee chair hails renaming of UniAbuja after Gowon

Ronaldo to run for Brazil federation presidency

Airport: Governor Lawal speaks on economic, security importance to Zamfara

Uba Sani returns revoked Abacha familys land in Kaduna

 

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