GUARDIAN
Pope Franciss funeral set for Saturday, world leaders expected
Dont trust politicians, take your country back, Adebayo challenges Nigerians
LG poll: Lagos APC fixes N5.5m as nomination fees for chairmanship aspirants
PDP sacks Bayelsa, Edo executives, appoints interim officials
LG polls: Chairman aspirants to pay N5.5m as Lagos APC fixes nomination fees
Edo traditional ruler suspended, secretary arrested over incessant kidnapping, killings
Kogi accident kills six as truck rams into cars, tricycles, FRSC warns motorists
Sani revokes allocation of lands approved by El-Rufai
Bandits kill seven in Kwara LGAs
Vietnam urges stricter controls on origin of goods after tariff shock
IMF sees subdued eurozone economy suffering less from trade war
At least 24 killed in Kashmir attack on tourists: Indian police source
Spain to hike defence spending to 2% of GDP in 2025: PM
IMF slashes global growth outlook on impact of Trump tariffs
US education department to restart involuntary student loan collections
Air Peace wins hearts with Easter acts of kindness
Netflix earns $10.5 billion in Q1, to expand ad-supported offerings
Analyst claims tariff chaos triggers memory product stockpiling
Niger joins 11 other states to waive RoW for rural telephony
How we are preventing maternal death during childbirth in Delta, by official
Federal government upgrades 901 PHCs, targets another 2,701 nationwide
N300b confab donation to NBA is simply CSR, says Okeke
Police kill four suspected kidnapers linked to CEOs murder in Rivers
PDP appoints caretaker committees for Bayelsa, Edo
Killings: Allow Plateau residents to defend themselves, NBA tells FG
Four dead in suspected cultists attack on Bayelsa community
FG orders probe into alleged extortion by NSCDC officers
South-South PDP sacks Edo exco, appoints interim chair, others
Katsina pays N3.1bn compensation for acquisition of lands
Oil crisis forces Nigerias economic growth forecast to 3.0%, says IMF
PUNCH
18 Africans among cardinals to elect new Pope
Emergency rule: Fubara may shift ground after Tinubu’s UK meeting
Protesters storm AGF’s office, demand probe of Mele Kyari
‘Go and compete with my children,’ MC Oluomo defends ‘kundusi’ gaffe
UK records 22,000 Nigerian asylum seekers
Killings: IG deploys special anti-bandit squads nationwide
Olubadan blames miners for Oyo-Osun boundary crisis
ALGON wants FAAC law amended to include LGs
Enugu airport concession 70% completed – Govt
Zulum flags off N16bn Borno flyover
Rivers, Benue, A’Ibom top Nigeria’s 2m HIV patients
$2bn crude-for-loan: Protesters demand Mele Kyari probe
NSCDC officers face probe over alleged N2.5m extortion
Killings: IG deploys special anti-bandit squads nationwide
Rivers: Ibas seeks CAN support amid growing pro-Fubara protests
IG launches school safety squad in Delta
Wike’s allies secure PDP control in Bayelsa, Edo
Osun renovates burnt high court, tracks arsonists
It’s fake’, APC warns against fraudulent ‘Bola Tinubu empowerment programme
Suspected bandit on killing spree in Benue community
Plateau defends DSS amid sabotage allegations
Uber, Bolt, other drivers plan May 1 strike over low fares
Niger bans tricycles, bikes at night over insecurity
Police inspector shoots self dead in Rivers
Dont blame us for your political frustrations, Senate replies Bakare
Osimhen hits 30th goal as Gala ease into Turkish Cup final
Despite N2m ransom, kidnappers kill woman in Rivers
THISDAY
NSA Assures Benue of FGs Commitment to End Insecurity
NBA Flays Killings in Plateau, Calls for Arrest, Prosecution ofPerpetrators
IGP Orders Withdrawal of Riot Policemen From Unauthorized Nigerians
Report: Manufacturers Expenditure on Alternative Energy Surged to N1.11trn in 2024
FG Paid N73 Billion to States, Basic Healthcare Fund in 2024
Interior Minister Orders Investigation into Alleged Extortion by NSCDC Officers
FG Pledges to Integrate Biosafety Innovations into Nigerias Healthcare System
Niger: Police Arrest 30 Illegal Miners in Minna
PETROAN: With 83 Licenses, Nigeria Will Be Net Exporter of Refined Products in Two Years
WHO: Vaccines Save Over 154m Lives in 50 Years
Court Orders Nigerian Army to Reinstate Colonel Nwankwo, Pay Full Entitlements
Oborevwori Mourns Shimite Bello, Trade & Export Aides Sudden Death
Refrain from Unsubstantiated Allegations, Criticise With Facts, Senate Replies Bakare
George Berates Defecting PDP Governors, Declares Their Intention as Disappointing
Ibas Seeks CANs Support in Rivers
Crisis in PDP Deepens as Partys Zonal Committee Sacks Bayelsa, Edo Executives
Govt at All Levels Have Failed the Nigerian Child, Says Sunoma
CAC to Deploy AI for Business Registration, Says Registrar General
FG Inaugurates Revitalisation Plan for 901 PHCs
Presidency Partners Media to Boost Agricultural Reporting, Food Security
SUN
Federation account revenue falls to N1.94 trn amid drop in oil receipts CBN
APC slams PDP over criticism of Tinubus planned visit to Nasarawa
Senate forges ahead with bill for same-day elections
2027: Nigerians wont come out to vote if Elochukwu
UPDATE: Senate replies Bakare, describes comments as contemptuous criticism
Delta 2027: Analyst warns APC against welcoming Governor Oborevwori
Your criticism laced with contempt, biased Senate to Bakare
NCS surpasses First quarter revenue target, rakes 1.75trn
Tech can be game-changer in promoting transparency ICPC chairman
House of Reps presents 18m cheque to victims of Enugu tanker explosion
PHCs with high patronage to receive 800,000 quarterly
Cleric condemns Benue killings, says its ethnic cleansing
Ribadu: Tinubu inherited bad govt, fighting Benue insecurity
IGP Egbetokun reforms PMF, ends unauthorised deployments
VANGUARD
4 suspected killers of P-Harcourt CEO die during crossfire — Police
6 killed, 5 injured in Kogi road mishap
Suspected cultists kill 4 in Bayelsa community
Police Inspector allegedly shoots self dead in Rivers
Don’t take out your frustrations on us, Senate replies Bakare
Gender inclusion: MTN, Digital Encode support 2025 Girls in ICT day
Local traffic: Nigeria’s internet speed improves as IXPN hits 1Tbps per second
Worsening insecurity: Niger govt imposes curfew; 11 killed afresh in Benue
Don’t take out your frustrations on us, Senate replies Bakare
LG poll: Chairmanship aspirants to pay N5.5m as Lagos APC fixes nomination fees
PDP Crisis: Bode George blasts Atiku for meeting Buhari over coalition
IMF lowers Nigeria’s economic growth forecast to 3.0%
I didn’t know Hushpuppi was into fraud – Davido
Trump slams Fed, as dollar slumps, gold soars
UK receives over 22,000 asylum applications from Nigerians
Nigerian man who stole Covid funds avoids UK deportation over children’s autism claims
Protesters storm AGF’s office, demand probe of ex-NNPCL boss Kyari
Gold price hits $3,500 first time ever
CBN, NGX Group showcase Nigeria’s reform-driven growth at Nasdaq
Losses to gas flaring rises 16% to 9,900GWh in Q1’2025
Suspected accidental discharge claims kids life in Kaduna Police
Plateau, Benue killings: Tinubu failed to take governance seriously, says SDPs Adebayo
How drinking water can kill you Dietitian
Prince William to represent King Charles at popes funeral
Insecurity: Gov Bago bans night movement of Okada, Keke Napep
LEADERSHIP
Stop Politicising Killings, FG Warns
APC Raises The Alarm Over Fake Tinubu’s N85,000 Empowerment
PDP Dissolves Bayelsa Exco, Appoints Turnah Caretaker Chairman
Bafarawa Lauds Gov Aliyu For Emulating Sardauna’s Leadership Style
Edo Traditional Ruler Suspended Over Kidnapping
Bandits Kill Vigilante, 6 Others In Kwara
Pastor Bakare Lacks Knowledge Of NASS Responsibility ‘ Senate
Federal Gov’t Warns Against Politicising Killings As Death Toll Hits 72 In Benue Attacks
Kano Court Sentences Man To Death For Killing Stepmother, Sister
Ibas Tasks CAN On Peace, Stability Of Rivers
Rainstorm Kills Taekwondo Coach In Kwara
Suspected Cultists Kill 4 Residents In Bayelsa Attack
TRIBUNE
US White House uses solar power’ ‘ Presidency defends Aso Rock solar installation
Easter tragedy: Gombe gov orders immediate arraignment of suspects
Pope Francis: Prince of Wales to attend funeral on behalf of King Charles
UK: Archaeologists uncover skeletons, medieval church beneath university building
US Supreme Court to decide parents’ right on LGBTQ+ school books
Federal colleges to begin dual mandate of degree, NCE awards September ‘ FG
Gombe: Stakeholders urge AIG urged to release eight protest suspects
Entrepreneurship education, catalyst for economic development ‘ Experts
Plateau, Benue killings: Recalibrate Nigeria’s security architecture’Gani Adams urges FG
We’re interested in result-driven engagement, not theatrics ‘ Senate replies Pastor Bakare
NNPC: Protesters storm AGF’s office, demand probe of Kyari’s tenure
Nigeria needs robust legal, institutional frameworks to attain 500trn economy’Olisa Agbakoba
Rivers: Play pivotal role in fostering peace, Ibas tasks CAN leaders
DAILY TIMES
Oil prices rebound over new Iran sanctions and stock market gains
ECOWAS, Sterling Bank seal $50m deal to boost Nigerian businesses
Lagos begins construction of 68km green line Rail from Marina to Lekki Free Zone
FG revenue slumps to N1.94trn, says CBN
Nigerias foreign reserves plunge $3bn to six-month low
Edun, world finance chiefs confront trade turmoil at IMF Spring Summit
Currency in circulation falls to N5trn as banks reserves surge
Lagos spends N14.9bn on transport subsidy
Falana under fire as Wikes aide mocks, questions his SAN credentials
NBA advocates eye for an eye on Plateau Killings
These Killings predates me, you, Gov Mutfwang tells former Plateau governors
Pope Francis shepherd most vulnerable, worked for a better, united world Atiku
FGs intervention fast-tracking siemens power project, says Adelabu
NATION
Africans root for first Black pope in modern history
Southsouth PDP sacks Edo caretaker committee as Aziegbemi, others kick
Customs collects N1.7tr in Q1 2025
Edo Gov vows to tackle criminal elements, ensure states security
Five common habits that can empty your pocket
New orbit galvanising steel plant to save billions in FX, create jobs Audu
PFN mourns Pope Francis, declares day of Prayer to honour his legacy
AY celebrates emotional support from daughters at UK show
DAILY TRUST
S/South PDP crisis festers as pro-Wike faction constitutes excos for Edo, Bayelsa
Yobe community cries out as erosion cuts off markets, schools, destroys houses
How suspected cultists killed 15 in 4 months in Bayelsa
Killings: Malians attacking Benue communities Gov Alia
Kaduna Revokes Sale of Houses Within Legacy Schools
Davido: I didnt know Hushpuppi was a fraudster
Suspected hoodlums strangle cyclist in FCT community
Gunmen kill hunter in FCT community
Court sentences man to death by hanging for killing family of 3
Another for stabbing stepmother, strangling sister meeting with NRCM
Police foil robbery attack, recover guns, ammunition
Police kill 4 notorious kidnapers linked to CEOs murder in Rivers
Boy, 11, dies after falling from mango tree
Presidency: FCT paramount ruler denies holding meeting with NRCM
PTA urges Wike to intervene in FCT workers, teachers strike
New Israel-Gaza ceasefire plan underway
Ghanas Mahama initiates diplomatic bid to reintegrate AES bloc into ECOWAS
7 banks tech upgrade gulps N460bn in 2024
Experts disagree as IMF downgrades Nigerias 2025 GDP forecast
OPays 1.2bn 10-Year Scholarship Initiative extend to UNILORIN
60m barrels of crude oil unsold as local refineries suffer low supply
Customs nets N1.75trn revenue in Q1 2025
Onne berths largest vessel, lauds NPA boss over port efficiency
Killings: Niger Govt imposes curfew in Minna
JUST IN: Two children feared killed as explosion rocks Kaduna community
Seven killed in fresh attack on Kwara community
IGP summons commanders over Chinese nationals cash handout to officers
Tariff war: China will defend its legitimate interests, says envoy
PDP dissolves Bayelsa Exco, appoints Wikes ally as caretaker chair
Security Sovereignty: Why Nigeria Must Lead Africas Defence Future
2027: We wont allow El-Rufai hijack SDP for personal battle against Tinubu Adebayo
Insecurity: I wont allow criminals destabilise Edo- Okpebholo
AUTHORITY
Plateau killings: Prosecute suspects in Jos not Abuja- NBA
Cleric condemns Benue killings, says its ethnic cleansing
CSOs knock Gov Dauda for undermining FG security efforts
Mazi goes to market II: N10 million empowerment for market women in Imo state
Workers Day Reflection: Saluting The Nigerian Army As Defenders of Nigerian Workers
5,000 anti-corruption crusaders storm AGF/Minister of Justices Office To Demand Prosecution Of Mele Kyari
BUSINESSDAY
FG to close down Marine Bridge for 60 days
Trum says he has no intention to fire Fed chief Powell
Naira trades flat as CBN accounts for 50% dollar inflows
Aso Rock solar plan amplifies national grid failure
Global financial risks grow on tighter financial conditions, uncertainties ‘ IMF
Nigeria seeks debt reduction at IMF/World Bank summit
Cost of making a pot of jollof rice rises 19% to N25,486
IMF projects Nigeria’s inflation to average 26.5% in 2025
Nigerian Breweries, others push stock market up by 0.48%
NiMet workers to begin indefinite strike today
FG releases eight pasture varieties to boost livestock production
Choices, not chance: Why China is rich, and Nigeria is poor
The rising tide of tech-fuelled violence against women
DAILY INDEPENDENT
Agbede Community Raises Alarm Over Herdsmen’s Menace, Protest To IGP
Bagudu Clarifies Committee’s Task, Says It’s To Ensure Adequate Funding, Planning For Census
Zulum Flags Off Kaka Shehu’s Empowerment To 3,092 Constituents
Ibas Seeks CAN’s Support In Restoring Peace, Unity In Rivers
Again, Protesters Storm Port Harcourt Streets, Demand Fubara’s Reinstatement
Okpebholo Suspends Traditional Ruler Over Incessant Kidnapping
Empowering Nigerians To Attain Self-Reliance Requires Collaborative Efforts ‘ First Lady
Cleric Decries Benue Killings, Knocks Govt’s Inaction
Benue Killings: It’s A Tragedy, An Evil And We Shall Defeat It ‘ Tinubu
Ex-Port Harcourt Mayor’s Security Detachment Shoot Self Dead In Rivers
From Waste To Worth: LG Inspires Eco-Action with Hinckley Recycling Partnership
Bode George Berates Atiku Others For Discussing Party Merger
NEW TELEGRAPH
Tinubu Urges ECOWAS To Use AfCFTA For Africas Transformation
IMF: Nigerias Eurobond Return Shows Renewed Investor Confidence
Rivers Crisis: Ibas Calls On CAN To Help Restore Peace
Gunmen Kill Vigilante Member, Six Others In Kwara
Kwara Gov Swears In Special Advisers, Auditor General, Others
GMOs Pose No Unique Health Risks, FG Insists
Plateau Killings: NBA Calls For Arrest, Prosecution Of Perpetrators
2025 Hajj: NAHCON To Begin Airlift Of Pilgrims In May
6.7m Children Missed Vaccines In 2023 WHO
Insecurity: Lakurawa Kill 3, Mount Roadblock In Sokoto
Police Kill Four Suspected Kidnappers In Rivers
BLUEPRINT
I wasn’t aware of Hushpuppi’s fraudulent dealings – Davido
President suspends Supreme Court Chief Justice
Putin won’t attend Pope’s funeral — Kremlin
Rainstorm k!lls Taekwondo champion in Kwara
Bagudu to census committee: It’s your job to identify funding-sources, planning
NPHCDA mulls shift towards states, LGAs’ ownership of PHCs
What many fail to recall about Tinubu, Buhari
Groups urge Tinubu, NSA to avert looming crisis in Niger Delta
Bullish equity market gains N318bn
IMF forecasts 3.0% growth for Nigeria in 2025
I’m not in supremacy battle with Ooni – Alaafin Owoade
Report of underhand dealing in 2024 oil bid round unfounded NUPRC
Allegations against NUPRC baseless Coalition
Contributory health scheme: Foundation renews enrollment of 300 vulnerable persons in Kwoi
Bank driver killed while assisting vigilante group in Niger community crackdown
Bauchi to honour workers that died on duty
Niger suspends tricycles, Okada operations in Minna within specific periods
ECOWAS meets in Ghana over exit of Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso
Kainji park: Kwara Police arrest bandits informant, 7 killed in kemanji-Ilesha baruba attacks
