Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Monday, 16 June 2025

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

PUNCH

Trump says US could get involved in Iran-Israel conflict

N3.6bn ground rent: FG in last-minute talks with embassies

Benue killings: Military deploys air surveillance, IG takes over security

Brent bounce: Nigerian crude hits $77 as Israel-Iran tensions boil

Appeal Court nullifies Emefiele’s asset forfeiture

Okowa, Elumelu, others absent as Nwoko hosts APC meeting

Benue Killings: Security, justice, peace will prevail, Pope Leo prays for Nigeria

Benue killings: Military deploys air surveillance, IG takes over security

Appeal Court nullifies Emefiele’s asset forfeiture

Dangote refinery to begin petrol, diesel distribution nationwide August 15

2027: Succession storm brews as 10 govs exit

Lagos tanker drivers threaten to stop fuel loading over e-call-up fees

2027: Tinubu-Shettima alliance under fire

Leaders press ECOWAS for reform, financial independence

Terror kingpins surrender, free 16 hostages in Katsina amnesty deal

I nearly contested for President after June 12 struggle — Soyinka

There is no opposition, APC controls all – Sowore

E-call-up: IPMAN directs members to boycott Lekki-Epe corridor

Senate pledges electoral reform, constitutional review ahead of 2027

Gowon lied about fighting civil war for Nigeria’s unity Igbo women group

Nigerian Healthcare worker jailed in UK for kissing patient

Police declare war on thuggery in Kano

2027: APC Kaduna endorses Tinubu, Sani for second term

ECOWAS urged to cut reliance on foreign aid

THISDAY

Nigerian Doctors in the US Make Strong Push on Capitol Hill for Visa Reforms to Strengthen Healthcare

Iran-bound Businessman Expels 53 Wraps of Ingested Cocaine at Port Harcourt Airport

Mokwa Flood: IDPs to Leave Camps, Documentation Begins

SERAP to Tinubu: Prosecute Those Responsible for June 12 Annulment

NDDC Refutes Claims over CRiver Road Project

Dont Allow Troublemakers Cause Chaos in Osun LGAs, APC Chieftain Appeals to Tinubu

PDP Notifies INEC Ahead June 30 NEC, Gives Mandatory 21Days Notice

Tinubu: Benue Killings Depressing, We Must Not Allow this to Continue, Enough is Enough

Dangote Fulfills Pledge to ‘Shakedown’ Downstream Sector, Set to Begin Fuel Distribution Nationwide

Mixed Reactions Trail CBN’s Directive Suspending Banks’ Dividends, Bonuses

Senate Marks Midterm, Prioritises Electoral, Constitutional Reforms Ahead of 2027

N39bn ICC Renovation Contract: CP-PDP Petitions EFCC

NIPSS Withdraws Yushau Shuaib over Articles on Economy

LGA Autonomy: Do Not Blame Tinubu, NASS for Non-Implementation of Supreme Court Judgment, Says Sen Karimi

Outrage As Wanted Terrorists Kingpin Engages Katsina Communities in Peace Deal

I Didnt Visit Tinubu for Personal Gains, Says Tunde Bakare

June 12: Activists Want Tinubu to Give National Honours to Walter Carrington, Others

SUN       

APCs 2023 Muslim-Muslim ticket was deceptive strategy Bishop Idowu-Fearon

2027: Opposition leaders, parties adopt new strategy

2027: APC NEast meeting ends in chaos as Shettimas position faces threat

I cant trade my mandate for bowl of porridge, Edo lawmaker vows to remain in PDP

OPWS commander visits crisis-hit Benue communities, promises to bring perpetrators to justice

Dangote Refinery to commence fuel distribution nationwide from August 15

Plateau CAN chairman Reverend Lubo is dead

Anger, tense atmosphere in Makurdi as youths protest Benue killings

Kaduna APC Zone 1 endorses Tinubu, Sani, Abbas for 2027

Fathers Day 2025: First Lady honours Nigerian fathers

Akpabio, Otti, Katung, others to be honoured in UK at Nigeria Golden Hearts Awards

Fuel scarcity imminent as tanker drivers halt loading at Dangote Refinery

GUARDIAN    

Iran tells mediators it wont negotiate while under attack: official

Trump vetoed Israeli plan to kill Iranian supreme leader US official

Investors gain over N500 billion despite holidays

MAN raises alarm over illegal mining in Akwa Ibom

Again, IGP invites Yusuf’s spokesperson over Ganduje’s alleged suspension

HURIWA warns of looming ethnic war over Fulani herdsmen killings

Lagos begins e-call-up enforcement for trucks on Lekki-Epe corridor Monday

Blackout persists in Northeast as Yola disco misses restoration deadline

NAPTIP rescues 14-year-old IDP abused, tortured by Abuja socialite

Eleme-Onne road: Stakeholders warn Umahi, ask Tinubu to sack him

Police fire tear gas at protesters demanding action on Benue killings

VANGUARD

‘Africa must be respected,’ says Davido, pulls out of 50 Cent’s concert

Court orders ignored again as armed men aid Lekki take-over

Disquiet in UniAbuja, UNN as governing boards yet to meet over substantive VCs’ appointments

CAS meets US partners to fast-track acquisition of attack helicopters

Anti-Tinubu coalition mulls All Democratic Alliance name

Food Production: Federal, state govts urged to help women farmers own lands

Livestock devt: FG moves to resuscitate 144,000 hectares Gombe grazing reserve

Nigerian nationals in India beg FG: We want to come home

High cost of PoP materials brings wood ceiling back into home decoration

Israel-Iran conflict: Marketers hike petrol prices as crude oil hits $74pb

Benue killings: Outrage as protesters block roads

2027: APC govs, NASS caucus want retention of Tinubu-Shettima ticket

Fake Opposition: Sowore explains how APC ‘controls’ PDP, LP, others

2027: Wike, APC scared of opposition coalition  —  Atiku’s aide

Benue killings: Leadership has failed, our conscience is stained — Obi

Video: Pope Leo decries killing of 200 in Benue, prays for peace in Nigeria

‘We want to come home’ – Nigerians in India plead amid alleged abuse, extortion

Some Nigerian comedians cross the line with dirty jokes at corporate events Alibaba

Toddler among 7 killed in another India aircraft crash

NDLEA arrests Iran-bound businessman for ingesting 53 wraps of cocaine

Tension grips border communities in Benue after herdsmen massacre

Nigerian man jailed after forcing kisses on patient in UK hospital

Tinubu didnt cry when his party was down to one state Bwala slams critics

Netanyahu says Iran will pay very heavy price for Israeli civilian deaths

Plateau CAN Chairman, Father Lubo is dead

LEADERSHIP

Benue Killings: Resign Now If You Can’t Protect Nigerians, Pro-Atiku Group Tells Tinubu

At Last, States Pay Teachers, LG Workers N70,000 New Wage

Pope Leo XIV Condemns Benue Massacre

Tinubu Reacts To Benue Killings, Orders Security Chiefs To Restore Peace

‘Nation Only Strong As Men Who Lead At Home’, Says Tinubu On Father’s Day

Osun LG Verdict: APC Chieftain Seeks Tinubu’s Intervention To Avert Violence

Alleged Defamation: Court Sets June 19 For Natasha’s Arraignment Amid Witness Credibility Saga

Dangote Refinery To Begin Nationwide Petrol, Diesel Distribution August 15

June 12 Honours: Activists Make Case For Ex-US Envoy Walter Carrington, Others

2027: North-East APC Endorses Tinubu, Shettima For Re-election

DAILY TIMES

Israel, Iran hostilities: FG sues for restraint, cites threat to global peace

Gov Mutfwangs PLA-YEAP takes 1000 youths back to farm

Pipeline surveillance has boosted environmental restoration in Niger Delta PINL

CBN to offer N162bn worth of Treasury Bills in upcoming auction

Oil prices threaten $100 mark as Middle East tensions escalate

OPEC output hike to hold through July as group fast-tracks supply adjustment

SEC orders immediate payment of over N200bn long-unclaimed dividends to investors

Politics only legitimate way to leadership, Osinbajo urges Christians

NATION   

Iran-bound businessman arrested at PH airport for ingesting 53 wraps of cocaine

11 years after robbery, Ekiti community seeks return of banking service

Police arrest three in Ghana over recovered stolen vehicles

Monarch petitions IG over alleged plot to raze Osun community

Umahi frowns at slow pace of work on Enugu-Onitsha highway

Irans courageous response to Israels attack

Police arrest three suspects in Ghana over recovered stolen vehicles

I contemplated suicide over false accusation in 2011 Ex-Imo gov Ohakim

FG to launch solid minerals excellence awards to promote innovation, responsible mining

Tinubus aide holds talks on benefits of new tax reform bill in Kano     

DAILY TRUST

Abducted herders, driver freed after N15m ransom in FCT community

Kano lecturers demand removal of governing council chair

Church collapses on worshippers in Taraba

Kano lecturers demand removal of governing council chair, kick against new VC

2027: Pushback as N/East APC endorses Tinubu, Shettima

Family loses 23 members as many killed in Benue attack

Importation of solar panels drops by 89% in 3 months

Minimum turnover for corporate taxation now N50m FIRS

Space economy to grow from $500m to $1trn in 5yrs FG

2027: Pushback as N/East APC endorses Tinubu, Shettima

2027: APC strategises against LP, PDP in FCT

Wike, Ortom, Ikpeazu, Fayose’s visits to Tinubu spark reactions in PDP

2027: Electronic transmission of results should be mandatory – Prof. Jega

Tinubu orders probe of Benue killings

Character Defamation: Court Sets June 19 for Natashas Arraignment

Tinubu describes Abdulsalami as a patriot of uncommon integrity

Dangote Refinery to Begin Nationwide Distribution of PMS, Diesel

Benue killings: Police teargas protesters

Again, IGP summons Kano Govs spokesperson over alleged role in Gandujes suspension

Outrage as Ganduje, APC North-East Chairman endorse Tinubu without Shettima

AUTHORITY

FCTA promises better deal for elderly

Adodo emerges President of the Unified NYCN as Council Expels Member for Unwholesome Activities

Army deserter, Igenkhai working with saboteurs to destabilise national security CSO

Saro-Wiwa: Pres. Tinubu is healing wounds across the country APC G3

How Salim Transport is revolutionizing logistics in West Africa

Agric ministry debunks organising prayer session to combat food crisis

BUSINESSDAY

Benue killings: Tinubu orders military to restore order, urges Alia to reconcile warring factions

Trump vetoed Israeli plan to kill Iran’s supreme leader, US officials say

Napoli preparing €50m bid for Ademola Lookman

Group picks holes in Tinubu’s economic growth claims

Nigeria on global spotlight as country pulls off biggest UN Tourism event in Africa

Stronger naira seen as oil prices up on Middle-East tensions

Nigeria’s cassava output lags growing industrial demand

Trump administration considers banning Nigeria, 35 others from US travel

More trouble for depot owners as Dangote begins petrol, diesel distribution nationwide

NEW TELEGRAPH

Dangote Refinery Begins Nationwide Distribution Of Petrol, Diesel August 15

Alleged BTA Fraud: Kwara Govt Vows To Expose Perpetrators

Patronise Local Businesses, Obi Urges Nigerian Elites

2027: NEast APC Leaders Endorse Tinubu, Ignore Shettima

Benue Killings: Aisha Yesufu Demands Tinubus Impeachment

2027: NEast APC Stakeholders Endorse Tinubu, Shettima

BLUEPRINT

2025: Non-oil export rises 78.1% to N3.2trn in first quarter

UBA Foundation MD mourns sister’s passing, ex-gov Daniel extols virtues

USSD billing: Banks misrepresenting agreement, distorting facts – Telcos

Step into Osun LG crisis now to prevent chaos, APC chieftain tells Tinubu

Kaduna APC Zone 1 endorses Tinubu, Sani, Abbas for second term

2027: Senate prioritises electoral reforms, constitution review

Money not our priority at Nizamiye hospital MD

Oborevwori collaborates with Beijing on infrastructure development

Gaza: Just humanity, nothing religious, nothing ethnic

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