Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Thursday, 28 August 2025

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

PUNCH

FULL LIST: Davido, Burna Boy, Ayra Starr shine in 2025 AFRIMA nominees list

FG shuts illegal gold mining site in Abuja

16 kidnap victims rescued along Benin-Lagos Road

Panic as fire razes Niger, CRiver facilities

Residents seek govt intervention as gunmen attack six Sokoto communities

Police declare suspected land grabber wanted over triple murder

NDLEA arrests 107, seizes 589kg of assorted hard drugs in Adamawa

Nigerians spent N1.3tn on petrol in June NMDPRA

APC mocks ADC over chairmanship tussle

Jonathan demands credible INEC chair selection, decries defections

Taxes: FG nets N393bn from Dangote, nine others

AAU management debunks ASUU’s claim on salary arrear

2027: Olawepo-Hashim vows to challenge PDP zoning at convention

Blackout hits Anambra, Enugu after explosion at TCN station

Dont fall for blackmail, NGO urges Tinubu to back NNPCL boss

UPDATED: Anambra at 34, criminals have no haven under my watch Soludo

AI could boost Nigerias GDP by 20% NITDA DG

Flood control: Ondo expands waterways, cautions residents on refuse disposal

Tough but necessary reforms fueling national development – Minister

THISDAY   

Jonathan: Nigeria Needs Registrar of Political Parties To Tackle Indiscipline

Tinubu Pledges To Fast-track Nigerias Development Through Technology And Food Security

TUC Rejects Bill to Remove Labour from Exclusive Legislative

FG to Partner Organisations to Train Farmers on AgriConnect Initiative

Northern Group Urges FG to Reverse Seven Years Embargo on Varsity Licensing

Yilwatda: Tinubu Has Directed Me To Work With Ganduje

Tinubu Departs Brazil for Abuja

Fuel Subsidy Removal Freed Resources for National Devt, Says Minister

Tinubu Targets 7m Youths for Digital Literacy in 2 Years

APC: Presidential Ticket Open to All Members Despite Tinubu Endorsement

SUN       

2027: Ohanaeze dismisses no Igbo presidential candidacy story

1m man march: IPAC warns Omo-Ageges supporters against political violence

Presidency: FCT PDP stakeholders reject zoning of party ticket to South

2027: APC NWC: No automatic ticket for Tinubu

2027: Its too early for Igbo to endorse any presidential candidate Okorie

2027: Olawepo-Kashim kicks over PDP zoning

By-elections: APC breasts tape of two-thirds majority in Senate

Alabi joins Osun race, dismisses claim of Oyetola anointing candidate

Tinubu directed me to work with Ganduje Yilwatda, APC national chairman

Nigeria loses N455 billion annually to poor sanitation: report

SERAP to Tinubu: Direct IGP to drop charges against Sowore

China supports Nigerias flood relief efforts with $1m

FG pushes to end $1.5bn war risk insurance premium on Nigerian-bound cargoes

EFCC nabs 37 suspected internet fraudsters in Taraba

NBRDA, OFAB demystify GMO products to health ministry officials

Imo Obidient Movement vows 2023 wont repeat in 2027

FG, ASUU hold crucial meeting to avert impending strike

GUARDIAN      

80% to lose admission due to withheld results by WAEC Ogah

Gunmen invade Delta council chairmans residence, kill police inspector

30 kidnappers killed, 50 hostages freed in Kwara security operation

Navy needs N25.2 billion yearly to keep 21 warships on sea

Nigeria introduces stricter VAT rules for digital services, foreign suppliers

Some banks will be under forbearance beyond 2025, says Fitch

Business analyst emerges national hackathon winner

JAMB cautions, pardons institutions over matriculation list violations

27 states access N121b backlog of matching grant, says UBEC

Why COEASU cant dictate to members on FGs N10m staff loans

FG, ASUU in make or mar meeting over welfare protest, strike

CBN orders geo-tagging of PoS terminals

Air Peace begins Lagos So Paulo flight after Tinubus Brazil deal

Ondo joins states prohibiting graduation rites for nursery, JSS3 pupils

113m Nigerians lack access to safe water as FG develops new solutions

GAVI, UNICEF boost immunisation response in Nigeria with $11m cold chain equipment

VANGUARD  

AFRIMA 2025: Davido, Burna Boy, El Grande Toto, rising stars dominate nominees list

Adeleke to politicians: Prioritise residents welfare over politics

Jonathan slams defections, seeks electoral reforms

Alausa leads push to resolve issues as FG, ASUU meets today

Make maintenance mandatory for public, private structures Fashola

Alake orders mining marshals to seal Abuja illegal gold mining site

Tinubu pledges prosperity through tech, food security

Naira appreciates to N1,546/$ in parallel market

Nuclear armament: Europeans likely to initiate UN sanctions process on Iran today

2027 Presidency: Zoning causes rumpus, PDP intensifies move to woo Jonathan

FG reaffirms support for oil production growth as Total Energies divest Bonga North interest to Shell

2027: Nigeria must reform appointment of INEC chairman Jonathan, Sam Amadi, others

Terrorism: DSS asks court to admit evidence against 3 alleged spies

3,000 Lagos pupils benefit from back-to-school outreach

FG has subjected Niger Delta to ecological genocide INC President

Pension Board crisis: NLC accuses PenCom of shielding FG

2026: Osun ex-deputy governor joins governorship race

Tragedy in Zaria: Mother, three children die in building collapse

NLC to Pencom: We must hold govt to account on management of workers fund

2027: Ndigbo wont back any presidential candidate without binding MoU Igbo leaders

Police restore calm in Owode Onirin, declare land grabber wanted over deadly clash

LEADERSHIP

Niger Republic Prime Minister, Others Celebrate Hausa Day In Daura

Federal Gov’t Urged To Review Ban On New Varsities, Others

Minister Reaffirms Commitment To Waterway Safety

We’ll Drive Nigeria’s Devt With Tech, Food Security – Tinubu

‘Public-Private Support Networks Will Boost Women’s Participation In Politics’

DG Urges Action On Climate Change Commitments

UN, NDDC Collaborate On Sustainable Development Goals

We’re Committed To Tackling Climate Change Challenges – AbdulRazaq

Drug Abuse: Uyo Residents Under Attacks By Mentally-deranged Youths

Mother, 3 Children Die In Zaria Building Collapse

Federal Gov’t, ASUU Meet Today To Avert Strike

PDP Southern Ticket: Lobby For Jonathan, Obi’s Return Hots Up

Residents Fighting Bandits With Stones Made Me Buy Arms – Katsina Lawmaker

Minister Sets Up 12-man Panel To Probe Train Derailment As NRC MD Apologises

African Defence Chiefs Forge United Front Against Terrorism, Cyber Threats

JUST-IN: Davido, Rema, Others Top As AFRIMA Releases 2025 Nominations List

Federal Gov’t Orders Shutdown Of Illegal Gold Mining Site In Gwagwalada

Niger Delta People Live On $2 Daily Despite $1trn Oil Revenue — INC

IGP Speaks On ‘Cattle Theft’ As Terrorism Financing At INTERPOL Conference

Reverse Abia’s New Tax Regime, It’s Stifling Businesses, Ikonne Tells Gov Otti

‘Tinubu Directed Me To Work With You’, New APC Chair Yilwatda Tells Ganduje

Ex-Kogi Senator Faces Criminal Prosecution Over Failure To Pay Tax, Others

Police Restore Order In Lagos After Deadly Clash, Declare Land Grabber Wanted

We’re Committed To Tackling Climate Change Challenges — AbdulRazaq

Edo Gov’t, NLC May Clash Over Planned Inauguration Of Caretaker Committee

Federal Gov’t To Train 7m Youths In Digital Skills

2027: Despite Endorsing Tinubu, APC Throws Presidential Ticket Open

Akpabio Charges Nigerians On Maintenance, Protection Of Gov’t Facilities

2027: FCT PDP Stakeholders Reject Zoning To South, Endorse Olawepo-Hashim

Nigeria’ll Rise On Tech, Food Security — Tinubu

NECO Denounces Fake Recruitment Notice

DAILY TIMES

Ex-VC: 239 first-class lecturers quit UNILAG over poor pay

CBN gives 60-day deadline for geo-tagging of PoS terminals

AI adoption can drive 20% growth in Nigerias GDP, says NITDA DG

JUST IN: PSG announces signing of super falcons captain

NUJ president urges Journalists to enrol in health insurance scheme

Energy without direction leads to frustration Tinubu to Nigerian youths

Uzodimma approves N104,000 minimum wage for Imo workers

NRC suspends AbujaKaduna train service after derailment

FG launches platform to curb fraud in real estate sector

NATION        

NiMet predicts flood in Lagos, Kogi, Niger, five others this week

Group urges FG to implement policies on foods to reduce deadly diseases

IGP pushes for synergy to tackle transnational crime, others

Lagos police restore calm after hoodlums clash in Balogun market

Trump reacts to Taylor Swifts engagement to Travis Kelce

ADC leadership crisis deepens as Bala assumes national chairman role

Tinubu directed me to work with Ganduje for APCs progress Yilwatda

African defence chiefs unite against terrorism, cyber threats, others

Alake seals off gold mining site in FCT

DAILY TRUST       

FCT natives demand inclusive schools for PWDs

Summer programme: FCT reiterates commitment to digital knowledge

Gaza: Pressure mounts on ICJ to suspend pro-Israel judge

Days after BASA agreement, Air Peace operates direct flight to Brazil

How lack of gas infrastructure slows down Nigerias energy transition

Poor water sanitation cost Nigerias economy N455bn annually Nestl

Bandits force ransom bearer to drink boiled Indian hemp

Terror kingpin kills 3 members in Imo

Cleaner who returned N4.8m to owner gets N1m, other rewards

FG moves to avert ASUU strike

Why ASUUFG agreement remains unfulfilled 15 years after

Jonathan seeks new process for INEC chair emergence

Nentawe calls Ganduje APC co-chair, says Tinubu ordered partnership

2027: Im not contesting for any position El-Rufai

Mother, 3 children die in Zaria building collapse

Kaduna: PDP Guber Candidate Loses Key Allies

Rivers: Robbers break into students quarters, cart away valuables

NRC MD: Hold me responsible for Abuja-Kaduna train derailment

US jails Osun monarch for COVID-19 fraud

FG deliberately testing our will ASUU

AUTHORITY

DSS urges court to admit statements by terror suspects accused of spying on US, Israels interests

Delta @34: Sen.Dafinone congratulates Gov.Oborevwori,Deltans

Zamfara APC youths laud Hon. Yazeed Danfulani for outstanding role in partys victory in Kaura Namoda

Were not recruiting new staff, says NECO

ZamfaraBye-Elections:Blame Poor Performance for Your Loss APC Youth Congress to PDP

NYCN Presidency: Babangida Unveils Campaign Team, Pledges to Empower Youths

BUSINESSDAY

Air Peace, Embraer mull aircraft maintenance facility in Nigeria

Countdown to school resumption: Ondo govt bans Nursery, JSS graduation ceremonies

ASUU insists on university-based pension fund administration

Nigeria receives $11m cold chain equipment to boost vaccine rollout

Ogah decries withheld WAEC results, says 80% of youths losing admission

CBN’s aggressive liquidity mop-up eases inflation

Graduates miss lucrative jobs on recurring ASUU strikes

APC gains ground as Wike–Makinde rift deepens PDP cracks

Naira rebounds after two days of losses as reserves cross $41bn

Nigerians pay billions in ransom as kidnapping industry thrives

NEW TELEGRAPH       

NLC Warns Edo Assembly To Steer Clear Of Labour Matters

2027: Work For Collective SEast Interest, Group Charges Igbo Political Leaders

FG Inaugurates Cttees For Civil Service Personnel Audit, Skills Gap Analysis

Ezeani Calls For Greater Investment In Young People

Osun At 34: Adegoke Charges Residents To Remain Steadfast

PDP Criticizes Okpebholos Gift Of 2.5bn To UBTH

Fagbemi Tasks Law Review Cttee On Consolidation Of Revised Laws

AI Can Create 20% Economic Growth Annually, Makes $1trn Economy Reality -NITDA

Opportunities In CNG Energy Can Transform Lives NCDMB Secretary

2027: Deputy Speaker Mobilises Igbos For CVR

Weve Spent Over N20bn For Programmes Accreditation Diri

Otu Inaugurates Council On Nutrition, Targets Human Capital Growth

Delta IPAC Condemns Omo-Ageges One Million Man March

Flood: China Grants $1m Relief Support To Ravaged States

Rivers LG Polls: Group Accuses Chairmanship Candidate Of Unlawful Incarceration

BLUEPRINT

NAHCON to unveil digital Hajj savings scheme

Akpabio tasks Nigerians on maintenance, protection of public facilities

FG/IFAD-VCDP empowers 352 Nasarawa farmers with inputs, tricycles

Agric ministry, Amana farmers partner to boost food sovereignty, economic growth

Nigerians remain eager to participate in democratic process – REC Tella

NOA flags off campaign on national values, symbols, others

ACReSAL, FG chart new course for water management in the North

Fulani not responsible for Bokkos crisis – Coalition

Igbo political summit to hold in Enugu

Rep Ogah demands release of withheld WAEC results

Enugu council boss launches ‘one woman, one wrapper empowerment’

Bye-elections: APGA wants INEC, security agencies to probe infractions

Stage set for 9th National Youth Games as 6,382 Athletes and Officials confirm participation

Study highlights gaps in Nigeria’s entrepreneurship education, urges urgent reforms

Police to conduct simulation drill at Eko Atlantic City

IGP charges Sowore with false publication, forgery

NSIB probes Abuja-Kaduna bound train derailment

Ohaneze Ndigbo worldwide postpones Abuja, Lagos chapter elections indefinitely

Transfer: Bayer Leverkusen give update on Boniface

Breaking: FG hands over128 rescued persons to Zamfara govt

                               

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *