Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Friday, 4 April 2025

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

THISDAY

Trump Tariffs Send US Stocks, Dollar Tumbling; Apple, Nvidia Lose $470bn

IMF Backs Nigerias Single Window Project, Seeks Areas of Assistance

Report: Private Sector Records Marked Increases in Output, New Orders as Inflation Pressure Softens

Experts Optimistic Fly Nigeria Act Will Empower Nigerian Carriers, Reduce Capital Flight

State of Emergency in Rivers State: Collateral Damage and Remediation

Deltas Favour Ashe is Fastest Athlete of Niger Delta Sports Festival

FG Picks Runsewe, Ihonvbere, Abbo, Ameh, Ikokwu, Adedipe for IBB Golf Club BOT Roles

Experts Decry Rising Misinformation on Mental Health

INEC: Petition for Akpoti-Uduaghans Recall Failed Constitutional Requirements

Wabara: PDP Remains only Credible Alternative, Confident Party Will Regain South East

Recapitalisation: Banks Have So Far Raised N2.4tn Through Capital Market, Says SEC DG

Woodmac: 21% of Global Refineries Faces Shutdown Despite Rising Fuel Demand

Transcorp Hotels Shareholders Approve N7.57bn Dividend

FG Seeks to Harmonise Operations of Healthcare Institutions in Nigeria

Court Declines Jurisdiction Over Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road Controversy

Opeyemi Bamidele: Senate Will Consider Tax Reform Bills After Resumption

FG Reaffirms Commitment to Early Takeoff of $5bn Energy Bank, Misses Q1 Deadline

NCAA Threatens to Suspend International Airlines over Deportation of Nigerian Passengers

Bishop Olinya: No Mass Killings, Arson in Eha-Amufu, Enugu

Akpabio High-handed, Biased in Suspending Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, Declares Abbo

Rivers State Sole Administrator, Ibas, Set to Present Fresh 2025 Appropriation Bill

Plateau Gov, Mutfwang, Others Outraged as Gunmen Kill 10 in Plateau Communities

PDP: Tribunal Judgement on Edo Guber Violation of Judicial Impartiality

Uromi Killings: PSC Redeploys Edo CP, Charges Successor to Prevent Reprisals

IMF Backs Nigerias Single Window Project, Seeks Areas Where Assistance is Needed

Contribute to NYSC Reformation, FG Urges Stakeholders

FG Orders Immediate Reopening of Independence Bridge in Lagos

Recall Petition against Akpoti-Uduaghan Did Not Meet Constitutional Requirements, Says INEC

PUNCH

Messi’s Inter Miami stunned by LAFC in CONCACAF Champions Cup

Botched recall: PDP, Natasha alert INEC as petitioners mobilise constituents

Oyo tightens security ahead of Alaafin’s Saturday coronation

I wasn’t aware of Independence Bridge closure – Umahi

Natasha hails INEC for rejecting recall bid, mocks detractors

‘I didn’t collapse,’ Wike denies rumours of ill health

Trump’s tariff threatens $10bn US-Nigeria trade

Don’t exploit LAUTECH students, monarch warns estate agents

Dead pregnant woman: Lagos hospital denies requesting N500,000 for treatment

Kwankwaso’s camp loses suit challenging NNPP leadership

Edo poll: Again, APC, PDP trade words over tribunal judgment

JAMB uncovers 142 Kano varsity applicants with fake results

FG unveils strategies to boost cocoa production

2027: N’Central coalition gives conditions to back Tinubu

11,000 new LASU graduates market-ready – VC

Gridlock: Sanwo-Olu advises residents on remote work arrangement

Obi of Onitsha rejects report on northern youths, calls for harmony

ITUC condemns Trump’s new tariffs, warns of job losses

Alleged sexual harassment: Protesters storm education ministry, demand FUOYE VCs suspension

I wasnt aware of Independence Bridge closure – Umahi

FG to begin repairs on collapsed Taraba bridge Minister

Single mum arrested for killing twin sister, daughter in Enugu

Two Delta farm workers in police custody for killing manager

Five killed, 18 hospitalised in fresh Plateau attack

Foreign trips: Opposition accuses Tinubu, Shettima of wasteful spending

SUN    

APC labels Osun N159Bn infra plan a scam

Abbos claims against Akpabio baseless Senate spokesman

JUST IN: Petition to recall Natasha inadequate INEC

Nigeria pledges to boost military ties across africa

Ejodame assumes office as Nigerian Air Force spokesman

No fee hike at UNICROSS in 10 years Prof. Bassey

UPDATED: INEC rejects recall petition against Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan

Lagos: Sanwo-Olu takes blame for Independence Bridge gridlock

No mass killings, arson in Eha-Amufu Bishop Olinya

South West groups demand state police to fight insecurity

GUARDIAN   

Amotekun nabs 28 suspects for kidnapping 72 Ghanaians in Ondo

Court restrains parties from sale of Lagos estate

Nine injured in Lagos vessel fire outbreak

Rainstorm destroys over 70 houses in Plateau LG

Colombia to buy Swedish fighter jets after turning down France, US offers

US tariffs show urgent need for new trade deal – South Africa

NB clears FX liabilities, slashes local debt by N400 billion

NCAA warns airlines against deporting Nigerians on foreign travels

Transcorp Hotels increases dividend payout by 270%

NRC to partner SEDC on South-East rail rehabilitation

U.S. reciprocal tariffs causestir as WTO warns of trade contraction

Nigeria intensifies advocacy for measles-rubella vaccine

Katsina to reactivate drug-resistant TB centre Official

Reject bill redefining indigenous identity, protect cultural heritage

Senate will consider tax reform bills after holidays, says Bamidele

Afenifere cautions over Indigene Status Bill, cites ethnic tension, violence

JP Morgan bullish on Nigeria, predicts N1450/$ by end of 2025

Bode George decries state of nation, handling of Natasha, Rivers crises

DHQ dismisses Nigers MNJTF withdrawal, vows to eliminate Turji

Govt seeks arrest of masterminds as gunmen kill 10 in Plateau

Afenifere calls for caution on bill to confer indigene status on residents

Oyo begins demolition of illegal buildings on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

No mass killing, arson in Eha-Amufu Bishop Olinya

NSA receives ex-NYSC DG Tsiga, 18 others rescued kidnap victims

Labour veterans call for constructive engagement, hails Tinubus efforts

If you dont have business on Island, stay in your house, Sanwo-Olu tells Lagosians

VANGUARD

Day 2 of Independence Bridge closure: Chaos as Lagosians groan, blame govt

Plateau: Fresh attacks in Bokkos communities claim lives

Court stops Police, SSS from inviting, arresting, detaining Rivers COS, Ehie

No Mass Killings, Arson in Eha-Amufu – Bishop Olinya

I wasn’t aware of closure — Umahi

Day 2 of Independence Bridge closure: Chaos as Lagosians groan, blame govt

2027: Oborevwori ‘ll be only guber candidate in Delta – Speaker

‘I’ll write their condolence letters’, Wike reacts to death rumours

It’s irresponsible to allege I influenced your removal, Akpabio replies Abbo

Edo guber tribunal judgment a violation of judicial impartiality  —  PDP

Shettima departs for Dakar to attend Senegal’s 65th Independence

Sanwo-Olu to Lagosians: Conduct business online if you don’t have urgent matters in Victoria Island

Vanguard Economic Discourse: Inflation, exchange rate volatility, others pose significant risks — Kale

Flood: Vehicles trapped, motorcycles swept away in Delta downpour

Police uncover body of site engineer killed, buried by his employees

Canada retaliates with 25% tariff on some US auto imports

Rivers Sole Administrator cancels all pending procurements, orders refund of tender fees

JAMB releases 2024 UTME results

2025 UTME: Mock notification ready for printing – JAMB

I was offered money to campaign against Peter Obi Odumodublvck

NAF appoints Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame as new spokesperson

Nigerian food market to reach $233.53bn in 2025

Nigerian activists in US to protest against Rivers emergency rule at WhiteHouse

LEADERSHIP

Changes In NNPCL Worrisome ‘ Northern Democrats

Focus On Governance Like Your Asian Counterparts, Moghalu Tells African Leaders

No Vacancy In Delta Govt House ‘ Speaker

INEC Notifies Akpabio Of Failed Move To Recall Natasha From Senate

Akpabio Dismisses Sen Abbo’s Claim On Influencing Removal From Senate

Fire Guts Section Of Northwest Varsity Campus In Kano

Coalition Tackles EFCC For Declaring Businesswoman Aisha Achimugu Wanted

Gov Aiyedatiwa Approves Appointment Of Olowo As Ondo Council Of Obas Chairman

2027: I Pity Makinde’s Successor, Says Info Commissioner

Daystar Set To Empower Women To Redefine Beauty, Purpose

Police Take Fight Against Cultism, Extremism To Benue Schools

TRIBUNE

Yoruba groups call for state Police to curb insecurity in Southwest

2027: Group vows to buy nomination form for Reps member, Abejide

NNPC: ACF calls on Nigerians to support Kida, Ojulari

Demolition: NIWA laments loss of over N160m revenue in Anambra

Outgone Corps members to receive minimum wage arrears ‘ NYSC DG

Lagos govt convenes energy summit to tackle ‘epileptic’ power supply

Edo guber: Tribunal ignoring overwhelming evidence worrisome ‘ PDP

PDP rejects Kwara LG’s election petition tribunal’s verdict

UNICAL to host international conference on indigenous knowledge systems

Amotekun busts visa, kidnap syndicate in Ondo

DAILY TIMES

CSO Investigative Council Reacts to Alleged Poor Construction of Abia North Road

Uromi Tragedy, A Wake-Up Call For Effective Security In Nigeria

Community Defence Without Empowerment’ Nigeria Must Resolve This Dangerous Contradiction

Equities market loses N71bn as sell-off continues on NGX

Nigerias oil output slumps by 50,000 barrels daily in March

NATION    

Dafinone hails Austin Avurus NNPC appointment

We are working on new budget for Rivers, Ibas tells state National Assembly caucus

Court remands bizman over non-declaration of $90,000

Ribadu handover, Gen. Tsiga, Amb. Yohanna, 17 other kidnap victims to families

PDP rejects tribunal judgment, insists Ighodalo won Edo governorship election

Ogun warns against grabbers activities on govt. land at Odogbolu LGA

Police, stakeholders caution against jungle justice

HERALD   

Kanye West Hints at Split from Bianca Censori in New Song Lyrics

INEC Declares Recall Petition for Kogi Central Senator Invalid Due to Insufficient Signatures

What Financial Net Makes You Date a Man’ Rubi Rose’s $5 Million Standard and What It Really Means

What Your Favorite Pizza Topping Says About You

Premier League Defends Referee’s Decision in Liverpool vs Everton Red Card Controversy

Lescott: Alexander Isak Likely to Choose Liverpool Over Arsenal This Summer

Reece James Defends Maresca’s Coaching, Sets Champions League Target for Chelsea

Exposed: Tinubu Family’s Secret Ties to Chagoury Group in $14 Billion Contract Scandal

Ighodalo Rejects Edo Tribunal Ruling, Heads to Appeal Court

DAILY TRUST

Gridlock: Lagos Controller who ordered bridge closure will be punished Minister

Alleged sexual harassment: Protesters storm education ministry, want FUOYE VC suspended

You will meet your creator soon, Military tells Turji

Counter-Terrorism Centre hands over Gen. Tsiga, other rescued kidnap victims to NSA

JUST IN: Shettima departs Nigeria for Senegals 65th Independence Anniversary

BREAKING: Petition for Natsahas recall did not meet requirement INEC

UTME: Mock notifications slip ready for printing, says JAMB

Passengers injured as ferry bursts into flames in Lagos

Rainstorm destroys houses, barns in Plateau communities

Turji, hunted by military, kills 11 farmers in Sokoto

AUTHORITY

Rights group fault Alia on appointment of Benue caretaker local council chairmen

Capacity building: No NICRAT staff is permitted to fail in any given assignment, DG warns

Natasha thanks INEC for upholding justice, mocks EFCC most wanted Bello, others

Allegations of troops poor welfare unsubstantiated DHQ

2027: Mbamara canvasses for Okigwe, Owerri political leaders to work together

Coalition calls for investigation into allegations by Rivers ex-Head of Service, Nwaeke

Nigerians in US to Protest at White House Over Rivers State Emergency Rule

BUSINESSDAY

N55bn debt from neighbours strains Nigeria’s power sector

Nigeria Eurobonds tumble as Trump tariffs trigger turmoil

Telcos splash cash on network upgrade to appease frustrated customers

Global Markets reel as US tariffs stoke fear of economic ‘spiral of doom

Nigeria, U.S, other stock markets reel on Trump’s sweeping tariffs

NCAA to suspend intl carriers over deportation of passengers, denied boarding

Fostering altruistic elite consensus in Nigeria: A path to sustainable development

15-year-old autistic Nigerian sets new world record for largest painting on canvas

Digital footprints: What does privacy mean in the age of AI

Can Nigeria’s leadership rise to save its future

DAILY INDEPENDENT

Uromi 16 Exposes Danger Of Mob Justice, Ethnic Profiling ‘ TMC

Ramadan Moon-Sighting Controversies In Nigeria: A Call For Dialogue, Unity Over Division

Oyo Showcases 180 Tourist Sites For Visiting Massachusetts Students

I Wasn’t Aware Of Closure Of Lagos Independence Bridge ‘ Umahi

Afenifere Urges NASS Not To Pass Indigene Status Bill

FCT Residents Demand Political Autonomy, Urge Tinubu’s Intervention

Tribunal Victory: Benin City Stands Still For Okpebholo, Idahosa

INEC Rejects Recall Petition Against Natasha

Uromi Killings First Causality: Edo CP Removed, Agbonika Takes Over

Plateau: Rainstorm Destroys Over 70 Houses, Barns In Plateau

NEW TELEGRAPH

Natasha Hails INEC For Rejecting Her Recall Process

Segun Arinze Breaks Silence On Feud With Emeka Ike

Im Tired Of Being Tagged Prostitute By Trolls Kate Henshaw

Osun APC Slams Adeleke Over N159bn Infrastructure Plan, Calls It Scam

Stakeholders Urged To Advocate For Improved Sexual, Reproductive Health Rights

Trumps 14% Tariff On Nigeria: FG Mutes On Response

WIEN Picks Hole On New NNPC Ltd Board Composition

BLUEPRINT

US: Elon Musk dumps Trump’s government

2027: Tinubu sets $30bn investments, 2m bpd target for new NNPCL board

Air Commodore Ejodame takes over as NAF spokesperson, seeks media support

Group lauds CJN’s reforms, mulls robust legal framework

Edo PDP breaks silence on tribunal judgement

Group alleges plea bargain greasing corruption, urges removal

Bamidele reveals when Senate will consider Tax Reform Bills

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