Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Tuesday, 16 December 2025

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

VANGUARD

Doctors in England to strike as super flu surges

Son arrested for murder of movie director Rob Reiner, wife

Supreme Court did not endorse dissolution of democratic structures during emergency rule – Falana

Tinubu urges Nigerians to uphold Buharis discipline, integrity

Most politicians supporting Tinubu cant go home to say it Abaribe

Tinubu, service chiefs meeting in Aso Villa

Osun 2026: APC strongly united behind Oyebamiji Oyetola

Judiciary must guard credibility ahead of 2027 polls, says CJN

Foreign investors petition AGF, NAssembly over share ownership dispute

Stock market transacts 553.2m shares worth N13.3bn

South East Security: Troops rescue 15 kidnap victims in fighting patrols

I once quit football to become a barber Super Eagles new invitee, Akinsanmiro

Troops neutralise kidnappers, rescue abducted victims, foil attacks in Kaduna, Plateau

Encroachment Crisis: Kwara gov directs perimeter fencing of Kwara Poly

Kano cleric brutally slaughtered; suspected assailant lynched by mob Police

Nigerias federalism facing existential threats, body of SANs warn

132 firms access N51.7bn, $359m in local content funding NCDMB

NANS demands Matawalles sack over alleged links to banditry

Bayelsa Gov, elders, Tompolo, INEC pay condolence visit over late Deputy Govs passing

2027 election will define Nigerias democracy Anambra ADC guber candidate

Delta Police arrest 627 suspected criminals, recover 144 arms and N36m ransom

Senate kicks against multiple budgets in a fiscal year

Tinubu, Gen. Musa, Sanwo-Olu, commend soldiers sacrifices

2027 ll be a defining moment for Nigerias democracy Anambra ADC guber candidate

Delta police arrest 627 suspected criminals, recover 144 assorted arms, N36m ransom

Truth under threat as social media distorts narratives UNILAG VC

Senate claim of not receiving any protest against Renos nomination is disappointing Onoh

Reps summon Benin, Port Harcourt, Ibadan discos over N100bn debt

CJN to Courts: Start virtual hearing of cases to reduce delays

Borno Police avert explosion, recover unexplored ordinances in Maiduguri

Recuse yourself, you cant investigate me Malami to EFCC chairman

EFCC accuses opposition of seeking immunity under guise of persecution

Reps intervene in Dangote-NMDPRA rift, summon parties for explanation

SERAP to CCB, EFCC, ICPC: Investigate Dangotes allegation against NMDPRA

Weve degraded terrorists operational capacity, says Defence Minister

Data Reforms yield results as inflation eases, GDP growth hits 3.98% FG

PUNCH

Police to resume nationwide tinted glass permit enforcement January 2

S’Court affirms President’s power to declare state of emergency, suspend elected officials

Inflation eases to 14.45%, OPS seeks MSME credit support

FG, states, LGAs share N1.93tn November revenue

I smoked for 27 years, started at 13 — Tonto Dikeh

EFCC, Malami trade words over alleged biased probe

Dangote names N739 as new petrol pump price

Petrol battlefield: Dangote, importers locked in brutal price war

Police to resume nationwide tinted glass permit enforcement January 2

Reps committee moves to resolve Dangote, NMDPRA rift

Soldiers kill kidnappers, rescue victims in Kaduna, Plateau

State of emergency: SCourt judgment justifies authoritarianism, threatens democracy PDP faction

JUST IN: Tinubu meets service chiefs in Aso Rock

Federation account inflows hit N23tn in 10 months RMAFC

PICTORIAL: Ooni confers chieftaincy title on Ghanaian President Mahama

Lagos LG chair presents 5.4bn 2026 budget

Taraba assembly approves N653.5bn 2026 budget

No single service can tackle Nigerias insecurity alone Defence minister

EFCC denies targeting opposition, insists on anti-graft mandate

BREAKING: Malami asks EFCC chair to step aside, alleges bias

Nigerian borders now better protected Interior minister

PSC opens portal for recruitment of 50,000 police constables

EndSARS: Soldiers deployed to Lekki tollgate fired blank bullets, says Lai Mohammed

Osun 2026: Anti-Adeleke forces attempting to hijack Accord Party, says spokesman

BREAKING: Nigerias inflation eased to 14.45% in November, says NBS

Eight escape unhurt as aircraft landing gear collapses

NNPC confirms Escravos pipeline explosion contained, communities safe

Army keeps mum as officers grumble over Tinubus ADC promotion

Adeleke condoles ex-Osun deputy gov over husband death

FRSC to prosecute popular TikToker Peller after crash

US Consulate invites Nigerian students for pre-departure orientation

Things to know about INECs preliminary voters register display exercise

Dangote insists ‘oil mafia’ stronger than drug cartels, cites $82m refinery thefts

Gowon not dead, aide dismisses elder statesman’s death rumour

Trump happy with our refinery, says Dangote

THISDAY

Nigeria’s Crude Exports Hit N12.8tn, Oil Trade Drives Q3 External Balance

Stock Market Commence on Positive Note as Investors Trade N13.3bn Shares

Judiciary Must Guard Credibility Ahead of 2027 Polls, Says CJN

Stock Market Transacts 553.2m Shares Worth N13.3bn

Tinubu: Were Mobilising All Military Assets To Protect Nigerians, Crush Security Threats

FG Shifts from Borrowing to Mass Savings Drive to Tackle Rising Debt, Says Edun

Alleged N2. 2bn Fraud: Ngige Knows Fate on Bail December 18

N22.8bn Fraud: Appeal Court Dismisses EFCCs Case Against Ex-Air Force Chiefs

NAF Airstrikes Disrupt Terrorist Logistics Hub in Southern Tumbuns

Inflation Drops to 14.45%

FG Launches 10,000 Women in Mobility Scheme to Boost Economic Inclusion

Electoral Reforms: Leadership Crucial for Promoting Fairness, Accountability, Says Varsiry Don

Supreme Court Strikes out PDP States Suit Challenging Declaration of Emergency Rule in Rivers

FG Urged to Back SMEs with Grants, Market Access

FX Pressure Threatens Nigeria Travel Agents Ability To Compete Globally, Says Ikotun

Makinde: Govt Has Engaged Amotekun to Protect Varsity Staff, Students

GUARDIAN    

Inflation declines to 14.45% in November

Federal workers pledge support for NLC nationwide protest

Nigeria’s food import increased by 25% to N1.1 trillion in Q3

Delta Assembly passes N1.73tr 2026 Budget, raises allocation beyond governor’s proposal

‘FX reforms, currency adjustment aiding trade surplus’

FAAC revenue drops by N427.969b as FG, states, LGCs share N1.93tr

Tinubu holds first meeting with service chiefs after defence minister’s appointment

Funke Akindele’s ‘Behind The Scenes’ records over ₦200m in opening weekend

NPA records 1,085% surge in exports as cargo throughput hits 33.5m MT in Q3

Okpebholo vows to clear inherited salary arrears, gratuities at AAU

PDP warns of democratic backslide over Supreme Court ruling on Rivers emergency rule

True measure of leadership lies not in power, privilege, pageantry- Tinubu

NDLEA seizes 457kg of cannabis, arrests suspected trafficker in Edo

Makinde urges Tech-U to drive research, industry partnerships for national development

African SMEs lose $38b in export opportunities annually Expert

EFCC rejects claims of politicisation, insists anti-corruption war targets all suspects

Kidnappers abduct 18 passengers on Benin-Akure Road

Oyo to hold 2025 conversion exam for junior officers December 19

Reps intervene in Dangote, NMDPRA feud, summon stakeholders

Inflows to federation account hit N66.42tr in three years

PDP seeks state of emergency in Kwara, says governor a security risk

Inflation decline to 14.45% in November

Alleged N2.2b fraud: Ngige to remain in Kuje prison till December 18

NELFUND disburses 997m to 5,386 Kwara varsity students

Foundation launches AI-powered platform for NECO, WAEC preparation

Four feared dead, worshippers kidnapped as gunmen attack Kogi church

Ex-Osun speaker Salaam clinches ADC governorship ticket

Leading scorers in England, Spain, France, Italy, Germany

Supreme Court upholds presidents power to declare emergency rule

Plateau governor set to dump PDP for APC Official

Riverine community protests two-year lack of power, water supply in Rivers

New tax regime: Rivers residents urged to embrace change

Experts advocate local digital innovation to bridge gaps in Nigerian healthcare

Tinubus opposition lacks ideas, without record of performance Presidency

Controversy as Tinubu allegedly approves ADC Yusufs promotion

ICPC recovers N37.44bn, $2.35m in 2025 Chairman

LEADERSHIP

Nigerians Now Investing In US Stocks, ETFs, Crypto Onchain — Chen

‘Sheath Your Swords, We’ll Sort Things Out’, Reps Tell Dangote, NMDPRA

Police To Resume Enforcement Of Tinted Glass Permit January 2

Prophet Who Prophesied TikToker Peller’s Accident Warns Against Another Calamity In February

Federal Government Suspends NAFDAC Enforcement On Sachet Alcohol Ban

Alleged Corruption: EFCC, ICPC Yet To Receive Petition Against NMDPRA Boss

Man Lynched After Stabbing 3 Worshippers To Death In Abuja Mosque

Police Avert Bomb Explosion In Borno

Buhari’s Life Proves Power Is About Service, Not Privilege — Tinubu

FAAC Shares N1.928trn To Federal, State, Local Governments For December

EFCC Denies Persecution Of Opposition Politicians

Senate Moves To Replace Paper-based Civil Records With Digital System

Armed Bandits Attack ECWA Church, Abduct 20 Worshippers In Kogi

NCAA To Link NIN To Pilots’ Licencing, Medical Certification

FBI Arrests Nigerian Over Alleged Kidnap Of Immigration Officer To Avoid Deportation

Presidency Excited As Nigeria Beats 2025 Inflation Target, Economic Reforms Show Results

Police Arrest 2 Guards Over Alleged Theft Of Bauchi Government Vehicle

Alleged N2.2bn Fraud: Ex-Minister Ngige To Remain In Prison Till December 18

‘Okada Rider’ Allegedly Assaults Customary Court Judge In Delta

Police Investigate Murder Of Mosque Custodian In Kano

Delta Police Recover ₦36m Ransom, 144 Firearms, Arrest 627 Suspects In 2025

Tinubu Condoles Bayelsa Over Death Of Deputy Governor Ewhrudjakpo

Nigeria’s Inflation Drops To 14.45% In November

#EndSARS: Soldiers At Toll Gate Issued Blank Bullets, No Massacre — Lai Mohammed

Police Arrest Additional 5 Suspects Linked To 2 Robbery Incidents In Rivers

Dangote Raises Alarm Over Alleged Sabotage In Downstream Oil Sector

Supreme Court Upholds President’s Power To Declare Emergency Rule, Suspend Elected Officials

Trump More Than Happy With Our Refinery — Dangote

Fire Guts Abuja Property Linked To Ex-Zamfara Governor Yerima

  NATION         

FAAC revenue falls below N2trn in November allocation

Religious tolerance will not be compromised Olubadan

Reps joint committees wade into Dangote, NMDPRA rifts, orders end to hostilities

Obasa Games 2025 ends as future stars emerge as champions

Renewed Hope: Fubara, TAF inaugurate first phase of 20,000 low-cost housing units in Rivers

Niger Delta: Tinubu happy with 4,500 PAP scholarship students in one year, says Otuaro

Gunmen abduct 18 passengers in Edo

UPDATED: Supreme Court upholds Presidents power to declare emergency rule, suspend elected officials

DAILY TRUST

Inflation drops to 14.45% in November

We Will Immortalise Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi Uba Sani

Rivers: SCourt backs Tinubu for declaring state of emergency

JUST IN: 5 abducted in fresh attack on Kano community

We cant afford to marry, Sokoto residents lament over soaring rent

NOUN partners British Council to close gap among women

Woman, 8-month-old baby killed in Lagos auto crash

FG to rescue onion farmers after N150bn post-harvest losses

Propaganda not part of public relations NIPR president

Parents kick as MAAUN charges N750,000 for graduation

Bello Turji in new video narrates relationship with defence minister

Adamawa Govt Issues Export Certificates to 150 SMEs

Coups in Africa linked to Corruption, Poor Accountability

Clearing $800m airline funds impacted travel business

Tinubu plotting to destroy multi-party democracy, Atiku, Obi, others raise alarm

AUTHORITY

NLNG Bids Farewell to MD Philip Mshelbila, Appoints Falade as Successor

Stakeholders push for sustained AI nationwide

Senate rebukes multiple budget implementation in 2025, orders FIRS to raise 2026 revenue target to N35trn

Delta community appeals to Tinubu over killings, land grabbing

Tiv Area Traditional Council Honours Edeh, Alia, Yilwatda at Tiv Cultural Day Celebrations

Rivers lawmaker loses wife: Tributes pour in for beloved Agnes Abiante

Frank to Tinubu: Abuse of military ranks endangers democracy, invites coup temptations

BREAKING: EFCC to Probe BPP Director-General as Mass Protests Erupt in Abuja

BUSINESSDAY

ECOWAS orders 25% cut in air transport charges from January 2026

Senate orders FIRS to raise 2026 revenue target to ₦35tn, condemns multiple bugdets

Tinubu holds closed door meeting with service chiefs amid kidnapping crisis

Police to resume nationwide enforcement of tinted glass permit January 2, 2026

Malami screams witch-hunt, demands withdrawal of EFCC chairman from probe

Food inflation falls for fifth straight month to 11.08% in November

At 14.45%, Nigeria’s inflation falls below budget estimate for first time in 6yrs

Nigeria grows strawberries, but poor infrastructure keeps them from markets

Dangote exposes alleged collusion to sabotage economy, challenges NMDPRA’s Ahmed to explain wealth or face prosecution

Fifteen states defy funding gaps to advance electricity market plans

Reps summon management of Benin, Port Harcourt, Ibadan Discos over N100bn debt to FG

Nigeria lags African peers in monetising creativity as intellectual property gaps persist – Report

Nigeria secures $1bn fund to boost maritime start-ups, blue economy

NEW TELEGRAPH

Were Mobilising All Military Assets To Protect Nigerians, Crush Security Threats Tinubu

Encroachment: Gov AbdulRazaq Approves Perimeter Fencing Of Kwarapoly

FCC Acting Chairman Supports Falana On Social Media Ban for Minors, Cites Australian Model

Malami Accuses EFCC Of Retaliatory Probe, Urges Case Transfer

Tinubu Acknowledges Selflessness, Patriotism Of Ewhrudjakpo

Ojodu LCDA Boss Presents N9.8bn 2026 Budget Of Sustainability Growth

FCC Acting Chairman Supports Falana On Social Media Ban for Minors, Cites Australian Model

Tinubu Urges Nigerians To Learn From Buharis Life At Biography Launch

FCT Police Identify Father Of Boy Involved In Suspected Hit-And-Run Incident

EFCC Denies Persecuting Opposition Politicians, Reaffirms Legal Mandate

NCDMB Targets 70% Local Content By 2027, Says Oil Sector Key To Industrialisation

Fiscal Reform Boosts Revenue Inflows Into Federation Accounts RMAFC

FCC Acting Chairman Supports Falana On Social Media Ban for Minors, Cites Australian Model

Tinubu Renews Support For Nigerian Army As COAS Annual Conference 2025 Opens In Lagos

Bandits Storm ECWA Church In Kogi, Kidnap 20

CRiver NUJ To Join Nationwide Strike Wednesday

BLUEPRINT     

Federal High Court disposes 16, 019 cases in 2023/24 legal year as NBA lauda judges courage

eHealth Africa, partners push for innovative collaboration to promote adolescent behavioral change

Senate kicks against multiple budgets in a fiscal year, hands fresh revenue target to FIRS

FRSC to prosecute TikToker Peller, fires warning shot at celebrities

Immigration renews onslaught against illegal migrants, enhances surveillance at borders

IPAC only recognize ADC, LP, other parties factions known to INEC Vice Chairperson

CAF unveils comprehensive guide for AFCON 2025

Inside womens struggle for political representation in Sokoto

Zamfara APC slams Lawal for alleged plot to remove Matawalle

4 children killed in fresh attack on Plateau community

                               

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