Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Tuesday, 20 May 2025

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

PUNCH

Pope’s offer to host Russia-Ukraine peace talks, receives global backing

Vatican trip not political, Pope’s message should inspire reform – Obi

Suspected IPOB fighters kill soldier who sneaked out to attend party

Atiku hosts Peter Obi in Adamawa

CBN slashes FG loans by over N4tn

Ibadan, Ogbomosho leaders reject making Alaafin permanent chair of Oyo’s Obas

Lagos builds 61 roads, repairs over 1,000

Oil spill forces Renaissance to halt production, investigate cause

FG lists rising revenue, lower debt as reform gains

UNESCO emphasises role of media leadership in promoting public trust

Dangote promises petrol price stability supports Nigeria’s economy

NLC demands update from unions on unpaid wage award

NITDA raises alarm over 56% failed IT projects

Trump govt to pay family of woman killed during Capitol riot $5m

2026: Ex-gov aspirant says he’s ‘best’ candidate for Osun APC ticket

Speak your language to your children, Soyinka urges Africans

Court affirms police probe of ex-pastor, dismisses N1bn suit

Nigeria to roll out $2bn fibre network to boost internet access

NSCDC trains FCT officers in sign language to improve accessibility, communication

Army chief orders probe into alleged assault on police officer in Ebonyi

NELFUND begins April upkeep disbursement to eligible students

BUSINESSDAY

Trump says Russia and Ukraine to start ‘Immediate’ ceasefire talks after Putin call

How we spend ₦26m every month on electricity — AFUED acting VC

Nigeria leads push for seamless air travel in Africa

Lagos to enforce full ban on single-use plastics from July

Nigeria’s $200bn free zones face trade abuse allegations

Manufacturers’ energy cost jumps 44x amid factory shutdowns

Telcos bet on IPOs to catch fintechs’ mobile money race

Nigeria’s health insurance lags peers on low funding

Microfinance banks trade off MSMEs in pursuit of returns

Nigeria’s Q1 gas flaring hits 5-year high despite outcry

OMO market yields outpace T-bills on limited participation

Nigeria’s soybeans seen gaining from China’s import shift

PETROAN raises alarm over prolonged Port Harcourt, Warri, Kaduna refinery repairs

THISDAY

$3m Legacy Debt: Fidelity Bank Refutes Bankruptcy Claims, Seeks Clarification on Court Judgment

Wood McKenzie: With Huge Sub-commercial Portfolio, NNPC’s Oil Output May Slump By 50%

FG: Rollout of N3.3tn 90,000km Fibre Lines, 7,000 Telecom Towers Begins Q4 2025

Obi: I’m Not Tinubu’s Enemy

Renaissance Energy Records Fresh Oil Spill at Rivers Facility

N95m Fraud: Wema, Moniepoint, Kuda, Other CEOs Risk Prison for Defying Court Orders

Unlocking Full Potential of AfCFTA Pivotal to Economic Prosperity of Africa

NUPRC Excited as Conoil Lifts First Cargo of Obodo Oil Blend

Army Lauds FG for Inaugurating 2.5mw Solar Hybrid Plant at NDA

Goldman Raises Oil Demand Outlook

Nigeria Underproduces Crude by 46.4m Barrels in 4 Months in Threat to 2025 Budget

Court Reserves Ruling on Fayoses No-Case Submission in N6.9bn Fraud Trial

CAC, NIBSS Inaugurate Platform for Effective Service Delivery

Warri Delineation Crisis: Ijaw, Urhobo Urge INEC To Resist Political Pressure

Bosun Tijani: Investment In Digital Economy Grows Ninefold, Attracting $191m in FDI in Q1 2024

JAMB Glitches: House South East Caucus Demands Oloyedes Resignation

Traces of Time As Otu Blends History, Vision at Carnival Calabar Theme Unveiling

SUN      

Abia: PDP leaders defect to APC, cite Kalus influence

Crisis hits SDP over NWC formation

World Family Doctors Day: Minister pushes for more investments in primary healthcare

Nigerias digital economy soars with $191m FDI, $2bn fibre optic rollout set for Q4 FG

Soldiers destroy bandits camps in Benue, recover weapons

Lawmaker warns CBT for WASSCE will harm Nigerias education system

Nigeria, Benin Republic to tackle trans-border fraud with SIGMAT platform

Lagos completes 61 roads, 5 bridges, secures $22m for fibre network

GUARDIAN   

South-West: Bandits, herders’ invasion puts 40% of region’s food production at risk

2027: Obi set to declare presidential bid as Atiku explores ADC alliance

el-Rufai alleges corruption among judges, lawyers, seeks return of public trust

Otti to move into old govt house as ex-commissioner threatens legal action

Benue Assembly Speaker decries Reps summons, advocates training for lawmakers

Edo Deputy Speaker resigns position as APC leads majority

2027: Atiku reacts to report on offering Peter Obi vice president slot

PDP knocks AbdulRazaq on move to restrict FoI in Kwara

Edo Assembly deputy speaker resigns position

FG refunds N9.75b to Nasarawa for Usman Dan Fodio Airport

Peter Obi returns from Vatican with a call to conscience

20,000 flee Marte four years after resettlement

FG, Gov Eno congratulate Jackson on emergence as UK Mayor

I apologised to my daughter for raising her harshly Mercy Aigbe

Obidients debunks coalition rumours, says Peter Obi cant be Atikus running mate

Nigerias economy vulnerable due to dependency on oil revenues Speaker

Jumoke Georges daughter returns to Nigeria after four years in Mali

VANGUARD

2027: Why I’m in coalition — Peter Obi

Hardship: Mental health crisis looms — family physicians

Compulsory voting bill violates Nigerian constitution – Falana

Why Nigeria must promote local languages, culture – Soyinka

Nigeria’s banking sector stable -CBN

Britain, Canada, France warn Israel over ‘egregious actions’ in Gaza

Lagos Govt shuts down Cubana Chief Priest’s restaurant

Again, many feared dead in Abuja’s Nyanya-Mararaba Road accident

Anti-Tinubu coalition: Peter Obi disagrees with Atiku’s camp over VP slot

2027: PDP defections driven by personal gain — Organizing Secretary

Canada tightens foreign workers rules as Nigerians, others risk deportation

High interest rate affecting manufacturing sector, SMEs — Reps to CBN

Dangote Refinery gets 146,000 metric tonnes of oil from global market

Lagos Govt shuts down Cubana Chief Priests restaurant

Just In: Actress Jumoke Georges trafficked daughter returns from Mali after 4 years

Nigeria needs good fathers, says Akinola Davies Jr, director who made Cannes history

Tinubu cant spark renewed crisis in Ogoni by forceful oil resumption, MOSOP warns

2027: PDP defections driven by personal gain Organizing Secretary

JAMB Glitches: South East Reps caucus demands Oloyedes resignation

LEADERSHIP

CBN Reassures Public Of Stability In Banking Sector

NAFDAC Uncovers Fake Missionary Health Caregivers In Rivers

Sokoto Community Hails Tinubu, Matawalle, CDS For Neutralising Terrorist Turji’s Ally

Anambra Guber: INEC Unveils Political Parties, Gov’ship Candidates For Nov Poll

Court Remands 3 Suspected Killers Of Man In Adamawa Prison

NELFUND Begins Disbursement Of April Upkeep For Students

Digital Economy Attracts $191m In Q1 As Fibre Rollout Begins Q4

Police Arrest Officer Seen Assaulting Uber Driver In Viral Video In Lagos

Alleged N2.2bn Fraud: Fayose Tells Court He Has No Case To Answer

National Sports Festival: FCT Beat Borno 4-1 In Male Football Event

DSS Arrests Mastermind Of ₦500m State House Land Scam

Edo Dep Speaker Edeko Resigns As APC’s Atu Takes Over

TRIBUNE

DAILY TIMES

Peter Obi returns from Vatican with a call to conscience

20,000 flee Marte four years after resettlement

FG, Gov Eno congratulate Jackson on emergence as UK Mayor

I apologised to my daughter for raising her harshly Mercy Aigbe

Obidients debunks coalition rumours, says Peter Obi cant be Atikus running mate

Nigerias economy vulnerable due to dependency on oil revenues Speaker

Jumoke Georges daughter returns to Nigeria after four years in Mali

NATION       

FG promotes 18 to Assistant Corps Marshal in FRSC

Dollar trumps kinship

Alleged defamation: Natasha petitions IGP over Prof Mgbeke, Akpabio

JUST IN: Many feared dead in Karu Bridge accident

FG to World Bank: Economic reforms on track, revenues up, debt down

NELFUND pays April upkeep allowance to student loan beneficiaries

JAMB: Seven courses with highest cut-off marks in 2025 UTME

Abdulrazaq excited as Kwara hoists unity flag pole

JUST IN: Actress Jumoke Georges missing daughter returns from Mali

2026 guber: Ill unseat Adeleke as Osun governor Ex-senator Husain vows

Minister pushes for more investments in primary healthcare

DAILY TRUST

Banking sector is stable, CBN shuts down rumour

DSS nabs another kidnap kingpin going for Hajj

How costs of passport, drivers licence, data shot up in 2 years

Zamfara residents flee homes at night, return daybreak

How immoral acts triggered ban on pre-wedding celebrations in Kano

2027: Atiku, Obi deny power-sharing deal

State police in Nigeria: Is it for Norths strategic interest

Terrorists rehabilitation gamble

Again, many feared killed in Abuja-Karu bridge car crash

We spend N26m on electricity monthly, use 5,000 litres of disel in 2wks VC

Tussle over VC deepens in Katsina Varsity as aspirant writes Minister

UTME glitch: South East Reps demand Oloyedes Resignation

Edo Deputy Speaker resigns

Bandits kill 3, abduct 26 in Zamfara communities

AUTHORITY

NTDA,ATC move to drive tourism devt nationwide

Bildup unveils AI scheme to boost learning nationwide

Sokoto community residents laud Tinubu, Matawalle, defence chief over killing of terrorist Turjis ally

New City, New Vibes: Say Hello to the itel City 100 The Bold New Smartphone Made for the Young and Vibrant

Old video shows Utomi praising Tinubus leadership amid current criticism

Breaking: Why Kaduna is No Longer a War Zone Gov Sani

DAILY INDEPENDENT

NEW TELEGRAPH

Insecurity: Niger Seeks Workable Solution To End Challenges

Edo Assembly Deputy Speaker Resigns

Dangote Assures Of Petrol Price Stability

MTN Commences Media Innovation Programme

2024: Shell Reports 122% Increase In Oil Spills In Nigeria

CBN Dismisses Fears Of Instability In Banking Sector

Nigeria Calls For Accelerated Implementation Of Single African Air Transport Market

Strengthening Research Centresll Unlock Crop Production Abbas

Edun Unveils ISA 2025, SEC New Website At CMC Meeting

Lagos Police Summons Inspector For Assaulting Driver

Lagos: Daniel, Tambuwal To Co-Chair Constitutional Summit

FG To Rollout $2b Fibre Optic Infrastructure By Q4, 2025 Tijani

Economic Reforms On Course, Bagudu Tells World Bank

BLUEPRINT

We never understood magnitude of our refinery – Dangote

FG unveils $2bn fibre infrastructure, digital economy attracts $191m FDI

Court hears NIBSS suit seeking exclusive power to manage BVN database

CBN reassures on banking sector stability

FCT minister seeks more investment in primary healthcare

Nigeria generates over N7.1bn from Kashimbila hydropower concession

Osun 2026: Babayemi declares interest, says governorship not amusement park

Bandits abduct 8 Christian worshippers in Kebbi community

NOTAP moves to establish tech hub in all geopolitical zones

Keyamo reaffirms commitment to regional aviation cooperation, development

Islamic Development Bank releases 2024 Annual Report

AMMC partners FCT NUJ on infrastructure development

Equity market opens bearish, sheds N8bn

NEMA takes flood sensitisation to Akwa Ibom market

Alaafin can’t be made permanent chair Oyo Obas’ council – Ogbomoso Mogajis

Tension in Imo community as ‘herders’ kill pregnant woman

Over-dependence on oil revenues making Nigerias economy vulnerable Abbas

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