Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Thursday, 21 August 2025

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

NATION    

Ukraine security talks are road to nowhere says Lavrov

Palestinian envoy: International community has failed Gaza

Rwanda-backed rebels killed over 140 civilians in eastern Congo

All varsities to be energy-sufficient next year, says minister

Police had no reason to arrest me over Mohbads death Naira Marley

NGF, NCC agree on mutual efforts to boost digital economy

PSC declines promotion of 176 ASPs, elevates 952 to DSP

Mohbad: Naira Marley wrongly accused, deserves apology Bashir Ahmad

Muslim leaders protest in Ibadan against Nigeria/Israel bilateral military accord

Shettima leads Fed Govt delegation on condolence visit to Kogi governor

Analyst hail police for averting two terror attacks in Benue

Presidency clarifies Nigerias mission at TICAD 9, dismisses social media misrepresentation

PUNCH

Pro-Yoruba group urges Alaafin to withdraw 48-hour ultimatum to Ooni

Royal row: Alaafin may publish Supreme Court ruling after 48-hour ultimatum

179 ASPs disqualified as police promote 952 officers

NBA report: Adeleke demands FG unblock Osun’s allocation

Recapitalisation: Banks to attract extra N900bn capital in 2025

FG to earn $200bn revenue from Lekki Port – Oyetola

Katsina mosque terror attack death toll hits 32

Buhari was angel in human flesh – Bisi Akande

How Igbo trader trafficked 14 Adamawa children to Anambra – Fintiri

897 kidney patients benefit from FG’s subsidised dialysis – ATBUTH

2027 showdown: Wike-Makinde rift threatens high-stakes PDP convention

Empty booth: Nigeria’s participation at TICAD 9 not about exhibition -Presidency

ADC slams proposed pay rise for politicians, as insensitive amid hardship

US, UAE, others seek ceasefire in Sudan to combat famine

FRSC debunks viral tricycle clash video as old, warns against misinformation

Plateau rainstorm destroys houses, LG secretariat gate

IG approves two new area commands in Benue, upgrades five police stations

7,000 Nigerians stranded in Libya- NiDCOM

FG commences training of 100,000 youths in financial literacy, investment

Policy instability hurts oil investment PENGASSAN

Armed men kill mother, son, two others in fresh Benue attack

THISDAY

Tompolos Firm, Tantita to Deploy Drones to Protect National Assets, Oil Pipelines

Edo Assembly Clears Eight New Commissioner Nominees

Irregular Migration: 7000 Nigerians Stranded in Libya, Says NIDCOM

TCN: Vandalism Major Trigger for Incessant Electricity Grid Collapse

ATBUTH is Part of FGs Subsidised Kidney Dialysis, Other Federal Health Programmes

Abuja Rail Mass Transit Moves 4m Passengers in 15 Months

NAICOM, Police Begin Crackdown on Fake Motor Insurance Racketeering

To Boost Govt Revenue, Fiscal Transparency, NIPSS, FRC Move to Plug Leakages in GOEs, MDAs

NAMA Begins Comprehensive Audit of Nigerias Airspace

NECA, CISLAC Push for Labour Rights, Conducive Business Climate

LASAA Reaffirms Commitment to Fairness, Safety, Industry Growth

Food Safety Critical to Consumer Health, Economic Growth, Says Lagos Govt

PSC Uncovers 176 Non-Serving Officers on Promotion List, Elevates 952 ASPs to DSP

Tinubu Sacks NTA Management, Appoints Pedro DG

UNICEF, Katsina Unveil Committee to Promote Education

How Uba Sani Reversed 54 Cumulative Years of Stagnation in Kaduna State

At TICAD9 Conference In Japan, Tinubu Lauds Nigerias Armed Forces For Their Success Over Insurgency, Criminality

2027: Northern CAN Urges Christians to Participate in Voter Registration

Tension, Fear as Police Raid Homes, Destroy Properties in Bayelsa

NASS Seeks Distinct Salary Structure, Job Security for Legislative Aides

Nigerias $10bn Food Import Bill Unsustainable

SUN     

  Nigerias corporate FX inflows rose to $1.2bn in July Report

Benue: Suspected herders kill mother, son, two others in new attack

FG unveils digital platform to track donor-funded projects

CSR: PENGASSAN renovates Kwali school, donates learning materials

Guinness Nigeria CEO to deliver keynote at 2025 Marketing Edge Summit

Lekki Port to contribute $200bn revenue in 45 years Oyetola

Nigerians blast FG over empty stand at TICAD9

FG to oil sector: Adopt global safety standards or lose investors

Unsafe oil practices endangering Nigerian lives Osifo

Tinubu reaffirms inclusivity, diversity, rule of law as Nigerias strength at TICAD9

Humanitarian crisis: IOM donates N1.7 billion to Benue IDPs

Nigerians blast FG over empty stand at ongoing TICAD9

Bandits emboldened by huge proceeds from illegal mining FCT CP

How bandits killed 50 villagers in my constituency Malumfashi lawmaker

Edo: Speaker raises gender imbalance as assembly clears 8 new commissioners

Fed Poly Wannune: Council sacks deputy rector over insubordination

PSC approves promotion of 952 ASPs to DSPs, decline 176 others over retirement, death

Ogun IPAC urges parties to accept by-election results

Why Africa deserves two seats at UN security council Tinubu at TICAD9

Housing deficit: FG finally puts figure at 16m

SAN SSS screening controversy: Odinkalu counters Akinboro

GUARDIAN    

US judge denies govt request to release Epstein grand jury transcripts

Lagos ports $1m reconstruction projects begin next quarter

NECA, CISLAC partner on economic development advocacy

Manufacturers: Our raw materials stuck at ports for weeks, losses anticipated

13.5m accounts taken down as Nigerian compliance code takes effect

NIMASA tightens global pollution rules on ships operating in Nigerian waters

Chinese ambassador cautions nationals against illegal mining in Nigeria

Experts warn 90 million Nigerian households face health risks from solid fuel cooking

Pakistan authorities arrest Nigerian woman for selling cocaine

NCAA phone switch-off directive embarrasses Nigeria globally NEFGAD

Firm reaffirms commitment to safeguarding digital assets

IGP approves upgrade of police medical section to full directorate

Nigerias debt should fund rail, ports, not palliatives Garba

VANGUARD

Assault on corps member: Soludo sacks vigilante operatives

20 trafficked Ghanaians found in AIbom home

Armed herders kill mother, son, 2 others in Benue communities

Students protest increment in private hostels fees at UNILAG

Group condemns frequent killings, abductions in S-East

Court convicts 8 internet fraudsters in Lagos

Nigerias 2025 tax act offers major reliefs, growth opportunities for SMEs

Vandalism, cause of national grid collapses TCN

Archbishop Onuoha to Tinubu: Dont turn Nigeria to one-party state

Naira rises to N1,550/$ in parallel market

Kano plans amnesty for repentant thugs

Anger over planned pay rise for political office-holders

Woman arrested for plotting to assassinate Trump

Pay rise for political office holders amid hunger insensitive PDP

CAPPA raises concerns over Lagos Water PPP plan

Nigerias production output yet to match her potential NNPCL GCEO

Israel has work to do to win over Gen Z Netanyahu

Dont let Nigeria become one-party state, Archbishop Onuoha tells Tinubu

LEADERSHIP

FG Closes 13.5m Social Media Accounts, Removes 58.9m Offensive Content

Emmanson Absent As NCAA Meets AVSEC, Cabin Crew

Nigeria Targets $1bn Deals At TICAD9 – Tinubu

FG Housing Estates Rot Away In Nasarawa 4 Years After Inauguration

PENGASSAN Flays Use Of Oil Workers For Hazardous Jobs, Govt Vows Sanctions

CSOs, Others List Qualities For Next INEC Chair

ICPC Tasks North East Attorneys-General On Integrity

Governors Back NCC Plan To Cut Costs, Boost Broadband Access

Tinubu Demands UN Reform As Japan Pledges $5.5bn For Africa

Our People Can No Longer Live In Villages Over Relentless Attacks – Katsina Lawmaker

Tinubu Tackling Niger Delta Challenges With ‘Key Projects, Appointments’, Says SGF

Tighten Border Security To Safeguard Importations Through Seaports

Defection: PDP Seeks Removal Of 4 Osun Lawmakers

Tension Over Alleged Sale Of Community Land To Developers In Edo

7 Die In Yobe Auto Crash

Federal Gov’t Mourns As Nigeria’s Consul General In Cameroun Dies

Isese Day: Makinde Pledges Support For Traditional Worshippers

PSC Approves Promotion Of 952 Police Officers From ASP To DSP

Edo Gov’t Pledges Support For Paralysed Victim Of Truck Accident After VDM’s Intervention

IGP Mobilises Policemen From Abuja, Kaduna For Zamfara Assembly Supplementary Poll

Nigeria Targets $1bn Deals At TICAD9 – Tinubu

Ex-Minister Pantami Condemns Katsina Mosque Massacre, Seeks Tech Deployment By Security Agencies

Presidency Confirms Appointment Of Pedro As DG Of NTA

Federal Gov’t Tasks Managers Of Loan, Donor-funded Projects On Transparency, Accountability

Enugu Police Arrest Teenager, Accomplice Over Alleged Murder Of Toddler

Govs Back NCC’s Plan To Cut Costs, Boost Broadband Access

INEC Declares Prison Inmate Winner Of Enugu Rerun Election

Jos DisCo Begins Free Installation Of Prepaid Meters For Band A Customers

Man Arraigned For Alleged Theft Of Church’s Drums, Bells, Others In Ekiti

Edo Assembly Clears 8 Nominees As Commissioners-designate

ICPC Tasks North-East Attorneys-general On Integrity

Federal Gov’t Releases Additional N50bn To NELFUND

‘Your Vote Is Your Voice’, Saraki Urges Youths To Embrace Voter Registration Opportunity

Isese Day: Traditionalists Urge Tinubu To Declare August 20, 21 As Public Holidays

DAILY TIMES

Nigerias booth stands empty at TICAD9 opening day in Japan

Fulani militias sack, occupy 10 Plateau communities, Group alleges

Employees Compensation Scheme key to industrial harmony Faleye

Frequent amendments to PIA create anxiety, scare oil investors PENGASSAN

Nigeria spends $10bn yearly on food imports, says Kyari

Human trafficking, stowaways cause $100m global loss yearly-Shippers Council

Ogun APC suspends Gbenga Daniel over alleged anti-party activities

FG implement strategy to tackle Nigerias housing deficit

Peter Obis political weight is diminishing, says Lagos LP chair

Nasarawa lawmaker appoints 106 aides to boost inclusive leadership

Groups urge Tinubu to drop Shettima, pick northern christian ahead of 2027

NAICOM, SEC strengthen collaboration on insurance sector reforms

Oil slips to $65.63 as Ukraine peace talks ease supply fears

DAILY TRUST

ADC rejects pay increase for President, Governors, Others

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Anger as Nigerias booth unmanned at TICAD9 in Japan

Pantami condemns Katsina mosque massacre, urges security agencies to deploy technology

African journalists condemn killings of colleagues in Gaza

NASENI, Portland Unveil Second CNG Hub in Abuja, Pledge Cleaner, Cheaper Energy for Nigerians

BUSINESSDAY

By-elections: APC falls short of Senate majority, gains House grip

Atiku faces challenges as loyalists fail to join ADC

Vandalism is a major cause of national grid collapses, says TCN

How wrong diagnosis drains families, pockets, emotions

Shrinking fleet limits Nigerian airlines’ alliance ambitions

Kano DisCo begins 10MW solar power offtake from Haske Plant

Reps summon 11 Discos over N2.6tn debt to FG

Naira records marginal depreciation despite FX inflows rise

NEW TELEGRAPH

Reps Summons 11 Discos Over N2.6trn Debt To Federation Account

Chinese Ambassador Warns Compatriots Against Illegal Mining In Nigeria

Edo Assembly Clears Eight New Commissioners

Rainstorm Destroys Jos South LGA Secretariat Gate, Houses

Edo: NDLEA, NNPC Collaborate To Address Drug Abuse Among Adolescents

Tinubu Committed To Transforming Osun Through Investments In Education, Agriculture, Others Minister

SAN SSS Screening Controversy: Odinkalu Counters Akinboro

Pay Rise For President, Vice, Ors, Insensitive To Suffering Nigerians Plight Ajadi

FG Rakes In N38bn From Mining In One Year

Olatunji Urges FG To Create Enabling Mining Environment For Africas Economic Growth

CRiver: NUJ Congratulates Chronicle Editor On Best Service Award

Benue Assembly Confirms Six More Commissioner Nominees, Rejects Two

NAPTIP Raids Abuja Apartment, Arrests 8 Traffickers, Rescues 29 Victims

BLUEPRINT

2027: Obidient Movement unveils operation get your PVC in Enugu

Again, ADC tackles APC over pay rise for political office holders

Alia surrenders, backs assembly resolutions in Benue

Regulate state vigilante groups, ex-IPAC leader urges IGP

House of Representatives summon 11 DISCOs over N2.6trn debt to federation

ICPC chairman to Attorneys-General: Champion integrity, cooperation against corruption

Nigeria Police upgrade medical section to directorate, harp on accessible services

                               

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