PUNCH
Massive power outage grounds trains, Internet in Spain, Portugal, France
Hurricane Tinubu: More govs will join APC, Ganduje boasts
Alleged fraud: Court orders businesswoman Achimugu’s appearance
NNPCL under fire as $897m Warri refinery revamp flops
I left APC to build ‘godfatherism-free’ political alternative – El-Rufai
NNPCL under fire as $897m Warri refinery revamp flops
Tinubu needs second term to complete reforms – Keyamo
Police confirm deaths of four suspected Benue cultists
FRSC blames speeding as eight killed in Anambra car crash
Gender advocates hail death sentence for late Osinachi’s husband
Court adjourns arraignment of Ponzi syndicate for alleged N3.5bn fraud
Nigerian chemist bags US fellowship for pollution research
Emefiele loses bid to reclaim 753-duplex estate
Wanted CBEX promoter surrenders to EFCC
Afenifere blames rising terrorism on foreign interests
Taraba varsity lecturer urges Tinubu to review ECOWAS grazing protocol
SDP not platform to settle scores with Tinubu, APC – Chieftain
Iran blames negligence for port blast that killed 70
Nigerias non-oil exports surged by 24.75% in Q1 2025
Wanted CBEX promoter surrenders to EFCC
ASUP slams rectors over trade union act misinterpretation
Ogun warns Hajj pilgrims against banned items, sets airlift date
NLNG unveils new scheme, pledges $1,300 each to 50 Rivers beneficiaries
FG transfers two pro-chancellors
INEC chairman calls for speedy electoral reforms
THISDAY
FG, States, LGs Share N4.9tn in Q1 as FAAC Allocation Rises by 44.7%
NCS, Imo State Govt Forge Alliance to Launch AI Innovation Hub
FG Seeks Capital Market Support to Achieve $1trn Economy
Goldman: Foreign Investors Dumped $63bn in US Equities Since March
FG, CSCS Seek Strong Financial Market Infrastructure for Sustainable Investment
Tinubu Hails Remo Stars FC on Historic NPFL Victory
Liverpools Premier League Victory Parade Slated for May 26
Arsenal Host PSG in Search of First Champions League Title
NLNG Unveils VIBES as Economic Empowerment Strategy for Host Communities in Rivers
CSOs Demand Independent Probe Into Killing of 183 Villagers in Benue, Plateau
Ohanaeze: Biafra Agitators Ready to Dialogue with FG
Okonkwo Warns Politicians Joining APC Will Regret It, Predicts Partys Implosion
NDIC Disburses N46.6bn Liquidation Dividends to Depositors of Defunct Heritage Bank
Naira Abuse Allegation: Court Remands Hip-Hop Artist Terry Apala in Prison
Court Orders 54 Banks to Return N9.3bn Stolen by Hackers
Court Orders Interim Forfeitureof Eagle Flush Operation Assets
Conditions for the Application of Doctrine of Incorporation by Reference
Transparency International Nigeria, CISLAC Boss Rafsanjani Backs Probe of NNPCL, Calls for Comprehensive Oil Sector Audit
Court Sentences Late Gospel Singer Osinachis Husband to Death by Hanging
2025 Hajj: Ogun Begins Airlift of Pilgrims May 12
N Assembly, INEC Harp on Electoral Reform for Better Elections
FG Set to Offset 5 Months Wage Award Arrears
University Don, Ex Dep Gov Task FG on Agenda for Youths
US Promises Support for Nigerias War Against Drug Trafficking
SUN
Oborevwori, Okowa, Delta PDPs defections: Unprecedented political tsunami Tinubu
Defections to APC driven by Tinubus performance, not mere politics Gov Otu
Osun commissioners dismiss claims of Adelekes planned detection to APC
Coalition: Our focus is on opposition political groups, not political parties El-Rufai
Tinubus economic reforms have liberated Nigerias economy from control of cabal, says Senator Adeola
Hike in terrorism: Afenifere calls for urgent enforcement of anti-terrorism law and counter-terrorism strategy
FG set to pay wage award arrears
US INL commends NDLEA, offers more support, collaboration
To proceed with Kanus trial is to declare war on justice itself IPOB
Akpabio urges Global South unity at Rabat Parliamentary Forum
Bayelsa rally shooting: Pro-Tinubu group applauds security forces, insists on probe
NCAA may consider review of N30m airport permit fee, other charges
FG to sanction airports without permits starting January 2026
GUARDIAN
Court fines Anyanwu for stalling judgment in suit against PDP
2027: INEC moves to strip presidents power to appoint RECs
SDPs Adebayo urges defectors to uphold party ideology
NASS, INEC harp on electoral reform for better elections
Adeleke, Osun commissioners, others not dumping PDP Official
Husband of late gospel singer Osinachi sentenced to death by hanging
23 arrested, 180,000 litres recovered as military cracks down on Niger Delta oil thieves
NURTW donates items to 700 orphans of deceased members in Yobe
NDLEA arrests nine, seizes 2.635kg drugs during raid in Calabar
Troops foil theft, arrest 23 suspects, recover 180,000 litres of oil products
Nigeria to host 3rd edition of African Defence, War Colleges forum
Conclave to elect new pope starts May 7
CREDICORP rolls out solar home systems for women
FG to resume payment of wage award arrears
Nigerian tech leader, Lois Ugbe, reflects on empowering communities across continents
Nigerians are not lazy, neither ungrateful
U.S. agency commends NDLEA for improved anti-drug campaign
Group tasks Tinubu on proactive actions against insecurity
CJN seeks tougher sanctions to check electricity-related deaths, injuries
Speaker stresses role of digital influencers, reiterates commitment to FoI Act
Nigerian leaders greed, selfishness fueling insecurity, poverty
Land dispute: Kebbi community issues quit notice to firm
Northern youths urge Tinubu to dump Shettima for Christian running mate
37 cattle shot dead in Plateau community
Suspected CBEX promoter surrenders to EFCC over alleged $1b fraud
Three collapse as Shettima hands over APC structures to Oborevweri
VANGUARD
Conclave starts May 7, cardinals say new Pope must tackle abuse
Russia willing to share counter-terrorism strategies with Nigeria —Envoy
7 mourners killed, others injured in fresh Boko Haram invasion of Chibok village
Confusion trails alleged resignation, whereabouts of Niger State Deputy Governor
2027 polls: INEC, PLAC differ over review of electoral laws
Court orders Aisha Achimugu to honour EFCC invitation
2027: PDP NWC meets today to consider governors’ recommendations
Defection to APC: Oborevwori, Okowa created political tsunami not seen before — Tinubu
Osinachi: Why court sentenced husband to death
Unlawful trial of Nnamdi Kanu, an affront to rule of law, natural justice – IPOB
Putin announces surprise Ukraine truce for May 8 to 10
NNPCL might be in bigger trouble after Kyari
Tears as 11 victims of suspected herdsmen attack in Benue buried
More ladies now go for plantain fibre hair, as cost of human hair chokes
FG, W/Bank aligning agenda to digitally empower young Nigerians — Edun
Corruption is investment barrier in Nigeria — US
Spotify pays $100 million to podcasters in first quarter of 2025
OAP Do2dtun criticises Whitemoney over tribal remarks at 17th Headies awards
Late gospel musician Osinachis husband sentenced to death by hanging
Tears as 11 victims of suspected herdsmen attack in Benue buried
LEADERSHIP
Delta Defections: Tinubu, APC Firm Grip On Inherited PDP Structure
2027: INEC Asks NASS To Expedite Action On Legal Framework
Tinubu Urged To Pick Northern Christian VP In 2027
New Pope: Cardinals Begin Secret Conclave May 7
Poverty Worsened Under You In Anambra, Sanwo-Olu Blasts Obi
Putin Announces Surprise 3-day Ceasefire
Presidency, NGO Host Conference For Young Women In Leadership
David Abioye Opens New Church 7 Months After ‘Retiring’ From Oyedepo’s Winner’s Chapel
Hold Operators Liable For 112 Electricity-related Deaths, 95 Injuries, CJN Tells Judges
Shun Banditry, Criminal Activities, Miyetti Allah Tells Youths
37 Visually Impaired Candidates Sit For 2025 UTME At Bauchi Centre
EFCC Probes Discovery Of $86,500, 305,150 Riyals, ‘200 Cash At Kano Airport
Defection: You’re Co-owners Of APC, Not Guests, VP Shettima Tells Oborevwori, Okowa, Others
El-Rufai In Kano, Says Defections Of Politicians To APC Exaggerated
TRIBUNE
PenCom, NPC move to recover N1.3bn unpaid pension contributions for journalists
Report of Niger deputy gov’s resignation, packing out of residence false’Aide
Naira redesign: Court strikes out N1bn suit against Buhari, Emefiele, CBN
Tinubu’s tax reforms will rescue economy from cabals ‘ Senator Adeola
Reps to recover N33.5m spent by Transport Ministry on unauthorised foreign trips
Adeleke not defecting to APC ‘ Osun govt
Ohanaeze youths reject Tinubu’s composition of national census committee
2025 UTME: Over 40 candidates nabbed for impersonation-JAMB
Alaafin urged to extend hands of fellowship to other Yoruba Obas
Four killed in rival cult clashes in Benue
Peter Obi increased poverty in Nigeria ‘ Sanwo-Olu
Cardinals set to convene May 7 for new Pope’s election
DAILY TIMES
CSOs Urge UK Government to Collaborate on Probe of British Army Majors Alleged Role in Arms Trafficking in Nigeria
Shettima Welcomes Delta Leaders to APC Family, Says You Belong Here
Uzodinma: Wave of Defections Proves Nigerians Trust APCs Leadership
Shettima Departs for Delta to Attend APC Mega Rally
2027 Election: Only a United Opposition Can Defeat Tinubu Kenneth Okonkwo
Police uncover hidden armoury in AIbom, arrest 72-year-old suspect
Tragedy as four children die due to fathers resistance to Vaccines, Mother narrates experiences
NATION
Court to resolve paternity dispute
Alleged $2.6m, N3.5b fraud: court fixes May 5 for arraignment
CBN revises foreign exchange sourcing, documentation rules for PAPSS
UPDATED: Court hands death sentence to late gospel singer Osinachis husband
Reps committee orders refund of N33.5m spent on unauthorised foreign trips
We will create more jobs for youths, women to drive green economy -SGF
Lagos police raise strike force to battle crime
Speaker, others back bill seeking to establish an independent body to register, regulate political parties
DAILY TRUST
Residents flee as Boko Haram intensifies attacks on Adamawa villages
Our story Victims narrate ordeal after rescue from Ghana trafficking ring
PenCom to recover N1.3trn owed journalists by newspaper outfits
Shariah council loses president, Sheikh Hadiyatullah
FG denies okaying French military base in Nigeria
Tinubu is isolated, says Baba Ahmed
FCT: How to stop crashes at sloppy Dutsen-Tipper garage junction
Tinubus renewed hope agenda working for FCT residents
Why Putin announces 72-hour ceasefire in Ukraine war, 1,159 days after
Massive power outage hits Spain, Portugal
Dozens of African migrants killed in US strike on Yemen
Nigerias non-oil exports hit $1.7bn in Q1
50.1% of Nigerians monthly income spent on food Report
IMF, World Bank report: ActionAid, CISLAC task FG on fiscal discipline, budget oversight
Transcorp Hotels grows revenue to N21.0bn in Q1
NDIC warns depositors against unlicensed financial institutions
FG tasks RMAFC on fiscal transparency, prudence in delivery of mandate
Emefiele loses Bid to Reclaim Forfeited Abuja Estate
FG directs WAEC, NECO to adopt full CBT by 2026, lauds JAMB coordination of UTME
Late gospel singer Osinachis husband sentenced to death
Kano: Judicial Commission suspends 2 Registrars, warns Sharia Court Judges
AUTHORITY
Sen. Natasha pens satirical apology to Sen. President Akpabio
FG set to pay arrears of wage award
CSOs Urge UK Government to Collaborate on Probe of British Army Majors Alleged Role in Arms Trafficking in Nigeria
FG hails JAMB for malpractice-free UTME, orders WAEC, NECO to adopt CBT by 2026
Lawyers Storm Finance Ministry, Demand Probe into Mele Kyaris $4B Refineries Spending, Others
BUSINESSDAY
Nigeria’s biggest firms feel heat of 77% energy cost jump
Investors bullish on startups as FG reforms drive stability
Why coalition cannot unseat Tinubu in 2027 ‘ Keyamo
Court dismisses Emefiele’s application to recover seized Abuja estate
Delta can’t afford to work against Tinubu in 2027, says Oborevwori
Poor diplomatic skills deny Nigeria huge investments ‘ experts at American Corner roundtable in Port Harcourt
Edun, Cardoso say Nigeria’s reforms gaining global traction
We lost 3 staff in 2 months to poor leadership, poverty ‘ NiMeT union
Nigeria’s bad roads are taking a toll on our economy
Strengthening corporate governance through effective audit committee oversight and supervision
DAILY INDEPENDENT
Upsurge In Insecurity: Afenifere Seeks Enforcement Of Anti-Terrorism Law, Counter-Terrorism Strategy
INEC, PLAC, NASS, Others Strategise On Legislative Reforms To Strengthen Elections
Afenifere Makes Case For State Police, Enforcement Of Anti-Terrorism Law
Gov Has Only One Vote, Elections Are Won By People ‘ El-Rufai
NHIS At Risk Amid Rising Cost Of Healthcare, Poor Regulation
FG Set To Pay Arrears Of Wage Award
Labour Party Chieftain Supports Danjuma’s Call For Community Armed Self Defence
Zulum Appoints Bunu Bukar As New Accountant General
Private School Owners Laud EDSG For Prompt Response To Tax Concerns
CBN Announces Revised Documentation Requirements for PAPSS Transactions
NEW TELEGRAPH
SDP: Adhere To Party Ideology, Adebayo Tells Defectors
Abiodun, Others To Attend Homecoming Of Retired AGF
Alleged Arms Trafficking: CSOs Urge UK Govt To Collaborate In Probe Of British Officer
Igbo Traditional Rulers Pledge Support For Tinubus Re-Election
CBN Reviews Documentation Requirements For PAPSS Transactions
NEITI Advocates Targeted Tax Incentives On Renewable Energy Components, Projects
FG Swaps Two Pro-Chancellors To Enhance Fairness
Murder: Police Arrest Woman, Recover Victims Car In Lagos
Nigerian Student Bags U.S Graduate School Premier Award
BLUEPRINT
Cleric tasks FG on lasting solution to insecurity
INEC, NASS joint committee begin electoral law review
Equity market opens positive note, gains. 228bn
Woman slumps, dies few hours to son’s wedding in Ondo
Police arrest woman for allegedly poisoning 65-year-old man in Lagos
FG set to pay wage award arrears – Official
Naira redesign: Court rules on N1bn suit against Buhari, Emefiele
London Marathon breaks world record for number of finishers
Nigerias judiciary will uphold principle of fairness, inclusivity CJN
National Assembly ll back review of outdated laws Akpabio
