Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Monday, 17 March 2025

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

DAILY TRUST

US: 33 dead as tornadoes wreak havoc

VATICAN: Pope acknowledges being fragile, calls body weak

North Macedonia nightclub fire kills 59, wounds 155 others

US strikes kill multiple Huthi leaders White House

Soldiers allegedly assault Eko Disco workers; 2 hospitalised

Sanwo-Olu unveils Africas first AI-themed movie as RMD, Tony Umez, Shaffy Bello, others star

Why Niger is facing deep fuel crisis Refinery chief

El-Rufai cannot make us leave PDP Sule Lamido

Rivers Assembly denies receiving budget letter from Fubara

PDP group demands Wikes expulsion over Tinubu endorsement

Anambra: Contesting against Soludo waste of money Commissioner

Nigerian leadership quest and the critical need for Tinubu to distinguish himself

Diphtheria has killed 1,269 Nigerians will the authorities act

UKRAINE: Zelensky replaces army chief

GAZA: Truce talks dogged by divisions

US: Virtually all Voice of America staff put on leave

Nigeria imports N237.3bn solar panels, exports 75.6bn electricity in 3 months

SEC cancels Mainland Trust registration, suspends Centurion Registrars

Nigeria vulnerable to US-China trade war, NESG warns

Opay extends N1.2b scholarship scheme to OAU students

Investors lose N365bn in one week

NERC grants Plateau regulatory power on electricity

Eyeing $180bn digital economy with innovation hub

Rivers Assembly: We have seen hell, Fubara frustrating us

EU supports Nigeria digital sector to catalyse sustainable economic growth

31 bandits killed, camps destroyed in Katsina Military

Audit probe: Reps recover N28.7bn outstanding revenues from oil companies

LG polls: CUPP hails INEC over release of Rivers voters register

Gov Yusuf converts demolished Eid ground to Intl Islamic Conference Centre

Billions Await the Unmatched Grand Finale of Largest Healing Crusade with Pastor Chris

SERAP sues Akpabio over Natashas suspension

PUNCH

Atiku backs Lagos corper facing threats over viral video

FG lists condition for change of name, next of kin by civil servants

Lagos corper alleges threats over viral video criticising Tinubu’s government

Rivers Assembly accuses Fubara of stalling budget process, denies receiving gov’s letter

NDLEA intercepts drug shipments to US, S’Arabia, Italy

Eko Disco accuses soldiers of attacking, abducting staff over power outage

Lagos warns residents of excess rainfall, possible flooding

Rebuild family values to save society, Lagos deputy gov urges parents

20 federal universities, three teaching hospitals receive solar power – REA

Falana warns DSS, NIA against probe of Natasha’s IPU attendance

Kukah hails Soludo, says governance not about competition

Corpse dumped at Osun bus stop causes panic

Rebuild family values to save society, Lagos deputy gov urgesparents

Insecurity: Osun plans meeting with border town leaders

Akwa Ibom APC stalwarts accuse Akpabio of betrayal

Cuban foreign minister arrives Nigeria to strengthen bilateral ties

Reps recover N28.7bn debt from two oil firms

THISDAY

Transcorp Group Rides on Operational Efficiency, Agility to 188% Profit Growth

Despite Economic Challenges, 20 Blue-chip Firms Double Revenue to N20.36trn

Direct Remittances to Nigeria Totaled $1.92bn in 2024, $180m in First Two Months of 2025

NIMASAs Crusade to End War Risk Insurance Premiums to Save Nigeria Over $400bn Annually

Shippers Urge FG to Reduce Levies to Make Nigerian Ports Competitive

Outstanding Claims Complaints Flood NAICOM, Commission Publishes Names of Defaulters

Chelle, Home-based Duo Fly into Rwanda to Await Eagles Full House Today

Fubara Frustrating Budget Presentation, 27 Lawmakers Claim as Rivers Crisis Festers

Afreximbank: Africa Stabilising $1.2tn Debt Profile, Significant Reduction Expected by 2027

Lamido to El-Rufai: Personal Grievances Should Not Be Basis for Tinubus Removal

NAICOM, LCCI Say Dangote Refinery, Lekki Sea Port Not Feasible Without Insurance Sector

Abia Gov Orders Destruction of Criminal Hideout at Osisioma

DSS Arrests Five Kidnap Suspects in Enugu

Lawyers Ask Supreme Court to Review Judgement on Rivers Crisis

Online Casino Fraud – 5 Secure Online Casinos for Australia 2025

Fagbemi: FG Under Tinubus Administration No Longer Ready to Do Governments Businesses in Secrecy

Governor Mbah Lauds DSS for Arresting Five High-profile Kidnap Suspects

SUN   

CPC bloc adamant about leaving APC

Nobody can drag me into idle talk about 2027 politics -Uba Sani

Insecurity: Edo govt, PDP intensify blame game

A/Ibom APC seeks Tinubus intervention to save party from collapse

Stop insulting PDP elders, Lamido blasts El-Rufai

Lawan dismisses defection rumours as false, baseless

Count us out of political parties coalition move Ex-council chairmen

Natasha: SERAP sues Akpabio over failure to reverse suspension  

Nigeria boosts SDG efforts as 590m face poverty risk worldwide

EU supports Nigerias digital sector to catalyse sustainable economic growth

Amnesty condemns NYSC act for threatening Corper over viral video criticizing Tinubu

Sen. Natashas saga setback for women inclusion in politics Women Africa Intl

Ziks widow applauds Tinubu, Ojo as UNN council visits family

Ekwueme varsity to new students: No sex-for-marks, hook-ups, cultism, exam malpractice

GUARDIAN    

Assembly queries Fubaras sincerity on budget presentation

Lamido queries el-Rufais political credential as Lawan commits to APC

Kaduna traders rally against El-Rufais legacy, back Sani, Tinubu

Miyetti Allah denies planning to attack Plateau communities

NDLEA intercepts U.S., Saudi Arabia, Poland, Italy-bound cocaine, opioid shipments

Lagos-Calabar Coastal project to serve as evacuation corridor

Police arrest five armed robbery syndicate in Lagos

Nursing mother, 54 inmates regain freedom in AIbom

Again, PZ minority shareholders reject $34.3m debt-to-equity conversion

OPay extends N1.2 billion 10-year scholarship scheme to OAU

FUPRE honours NUPRC boss, Engineer Gbenga Komolafe, and other distinguished Nigerians

Impact of AI and robotics on business: New era of innovation, efficiency

Worries over sharp practices, abuse of free trade zones regulations

2027: Wike, others affirm support for Tinubus 2nd term amid growing opposition

SERAP sues Akpabio over failure to reverse Natashas suspension

IPMAN denies opposing Dangote, NNPCL fuel price slash

Weighing banking sector’s contribution to $1tr economy target

Rising urban rents push more Nigerians to suburbs

Army attacks Eko DisCo over power outage

Reps recover unremitted N28.7b from oil firms

Wikes toxic politics threat to your re-election bid, NDelta youths tell Tinubu

Rivers Assembly alleges Fubara stalling budget budget process, denies receiving letter

Aiyedatiwa mourns Elemure, praises monarchs development efforts

Libya’s education minister sentenced to prison over textbook shortage

Clark’s family slams Wike for disparaging late elder statesman

VANGUARD

PDP responsible for insecurity in Edo, armed thugs during election – State govt

Falana to DSS, NIA: Probing Natasha’s IPU attendance will embarrass Tinubu officials

Scottish universities face financial crisis after naira devaluation, visa restrictions

Women’s group gives Senate 14-day ultimatum to reinstate Senator Natasha

PDP professionals tackle Wike over attack on NWC

How to sell Nigeria to citizens, others —Yusuf, ex LCCI boss

Asake and I have settled our differences, hospital bills sorted – Father

Fubara frustrating implementation of Supreme Court judgement – Rivers Assembly

Police rescue four kidnap victims, kill notorious kingpin, six others in Abia, Nasarawa

‘You can’t make us leave PDP’ — Lamido rejects El-Rufai’s invitation to SDP

We knew about Tinubu’s Chicago University issues  —  El-Rufai

Ex-England star John Fashanu sues police for £100k after arrest in Nigeria

Trump freezes Voice of America, Radio Free Asia, Radio Free Europe

Full list: Food items Nigerians are not allowed to bring to the UK

Again, army invades Eko Disco, abducts, tortures staff over power supply

Hardship: Commercial bus drivers now sell provisions in vehicles

CBN says economic activities expand second consecutive month

4 abducted victims rescued as police neutralise wanted kidnap kingpin

Teacher beheads, cuts off students genitals in Jigawa

24 year-old Benue varsity student drowns in River Benue

LEADERSHIP

Women Group Gives Senate 14-Day Ultimatum To Lift Natasha’s Suspension

Diphtheria: Nigeria Records 1,319 Deaths Amid Vaccination Gaps

EFCC Arrests Controversial Kano TikToker Murja Kunya Over Alleged Naira Abuse

Group Lauds Okpebholo’s Appointment Of DG For Edo Diaspora Agency

Federal Gov’t Moves To Fast-track SDGs Implementation

You Can’t Make Us Leave PDP’, Lamido Lashes Out At El-Rufai

2 Nabbed For Ritual Killing Of Minor In Adamawa

I Applied, Got Accredited To Attend IPU Meeting ‘ Senator Natasha

TRIBUNE

Ramadan: Scholars emphasise significance of performing good deeds

N159bn infrastructure plan: Iwo groups express deep appreciation to Gov Adeleke

Nothing can make us recall Senator Natasha ‘ Kogi Central constituents

I remain committed to APC ‘ Ahmad Lawan dismisses defection rumours

2027: We’ve learnt from PDP, APC’s mistakes ‘ SDP’sAdebayo

Tinubu’s wife wins ‘Woman of The Year’, dedicates award to Nigerian women, youths

Ezekwesili highlights cause of Nigeria’s leadership failure

Sustain your style of leadership in Anambra, Kukah tells Gov Soludo

Fire incident: Provide relief materials to Osun plank traders,RepstellNEMA

Diphtheria: Lagos, Katsina record 23 suspected cases in March, nodeaths’ NCDC

I deeply admire her boldness,’ Atiku commends Lagos corper who criticised Tinubu’s govt

Lagos: Police arrest principal, teacher for alleged assault on 15-year-oldstudent

DAILY TIMES

Shipping agencies urge tax reduction to halt cargo diversion

Most petrol tankers overaged, unfit for Nigerian roads, Expert warns

Equities investors lose N365bn as bearish sentiment persists for third week

CSCS to drive collaboration across financial markets in Africa, Middle East

Nigerias growth relies on digital innovation, youth empowerment- Govt Adviser

SEC cancels Mainland Trust registration, suspends Centurion Registrars over regulatory violations

TAJBank to raise N20bn Sukuk, aims for N100bn issuance to fuel expansion

NATION    

NGO demands retraction of alleged defamation from ex-Gov Obasekis Commissioner Ogbeide

Only 3% of Nigerian workers access consumer credit CREDICORP

Top 10 high-demand jobs in UK for 2025

Youth leader-elect killed, nine houses burnt in tragic attack on Imo community

Cuban foreign minister to visit Nigeria for high-level talks

Removal of Benue Chief Judge stands, relocation of tribunal to Abuja illegal-Ebute

Ex-agitators urge Ribadu, IGP to probe sponsors of smear campaign against PAP boss, Tantita

NSITF advocates compliance with safety regulations in workplace

REA targets 86 million people without electricity to position Nigeria as West Africas renewable energy hub

Federal Polytechnics urge REA to energise off-grid campuses

AUTHORITY

UBEC plans Public-Private Partnerships to enhance basic education

Ohanaeze Ndigbo seeks partnership with House of Reps Igbo caucus

Agriculture: Gov Ododo bags Governor of the Year award

Billions Await the Unmatched Grand Finale of the Largest Healing Crusade with Pastor Chris, Happening Today!

Texas Governor appoints Nigerian-born Kenneth Omoruyi into state board of public accountancy

Loan scheme: NELFUND to deploy software for students with disabilities

BUSINESSDAY

A plea to General Gowon: Sir, write your long-awaited memoir!

Rent: The China bull in Nigeria’s households

Modular refiners await NNPC’s crude supply six months after pledge

CAN, PFN say defending Christians’ right is priority

Pastor Enenche leads prayers of divine intervention as Soludo seeks religious leaders’ support

Covenant Nation’s funding conference to focus on alternative financing for SMEs

Students group urges NASS to deepen stakeholders’ engagement on tax reform

What Niger Delta elders actually want, and what they told Tinubu

Natasha: South-South woman defends Akpabio

Cars going out-of-reach for working-class Nigerians

Nigerians continue to groan as FG’s efforts to revamp economy totters

DAILY INDEPENDENT

LG Poll: CUPP Hails INEC Over Release Of Rivers Voters’ Register

NAFDAC Evacuates 100 Truckloads Of Fake Drugs From Major Markets

Reps Recover N28.7bn Outstanding Revenues From Oil Coys

Enugu Community Debunks Allegation Of Recent Mass Killings, Arson

EKEDC Accuses Soldiers Of Attacking Workers Over Power Outage

SERAP Sues Akpabio For Failing To Reverse Natasha’s Suspension

Prioritise Solving Nigeria’s Economic Woes, Stop Threatening Corps Member, AI Tells Govt

Aviation Minister Receives 4th Prestigious Award In One Month

We Care For Families At Risk Of Separation ‘ Ukome

Boundary Demarcation: Ebonyi Warring Communities Urged To Cooperate With Committee

PDP Crises: NWC Recommends Wike’s Suspension

Investigate Sponsors Of Smear Campaign Against PAP Boss, Tantita, Ex-Agitators Urge Ribadu, IGP

NEW TELEGRAPH

IMF: How Sound Economic Policy Helps Prevent Conflict

Weekly Wrap-Up: Stocks Hit 4-Week Low After N365.4bn Loss

Oil Price Fluctuations Pose Fiscal Risks For Nigeria

Nigeria Has No Plans For Youth Tems Manager

Ooni Of Ife Celebrates Twins First Birthday

Nigerian Navy Intercepts 13,800 Liters Of Petrol, Bags Of Rice

BLUEPRINT

Nigeria: FG to increase investment in oil, gas sector – Lokpobiri

Nigeria to capture 50% of $43bn oil, gas FIDs in 2025 – Report

Fulani group denies alleged plan to attack Plateau communities

Nigeria’s foremost Women Radio 91.7 FM premiers ‘Beijing +30’ documentary in New York

2026 World Cup qualifiers: Nigeria ‘s Super Eagles full house in Kigali

Insecurity: Okpebholo’s endless blame game shameful – PDP

Sule Lamido blasts El-Rufai over call to join SDP

MAN appoints Nigerian Breweries Kabiru Kassim zonal chairman

NCAA achieves total compliance with ICPC anti-corruption standards

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