Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Sunday, 18 January 2026

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

VANGUARD

[Breaking] AFCON 25: Nigeria beat Egypt 4-2 on penalties to claim third place

He saved 262 Christians where govt failed CAN mourns Imam Abdullahi

Fire destroys over 100 thatched houses in Monguno IDP camp

Why we disconnected power supply to FCT Water Board AEDC

Hoodlums kill housewife, six children in Kano

Bodija explosion: Victims seek fresh compensation amid N30bn controversy

Tinubu returns to Nigeria after Abu Dhabi trip

PUNCH

Kano varsity expels 60 students over examination misconduct

N30bn intervention fund: Ibadan explosion victims cry out for financial support

VIDEO: Popular Oyo broadcaster Oriyomi Hamzat declares 2027 governorship bid under Accord Party

Akpabio, governors, others attend Nasarawa senator Akwashikis funeral

Delta cleared to host 2026 police games

Okpebholo boosts Edo security with 10 patrol vehicles

Community vigilance key to tackling insecurity Shehu Sani

Tinubu returns to Abuja after Abu Dhabi summit, Paris holiday

NIDCOM condemns killing of Nigerian in India over romantic dispute

Omije Ojumi’ gospel singer Bunmi Akinnaanu for burial Jan 21

Anambra community lauds Soludo for restoring traditional stool after 11 years

Army foils kidnapping attempt, rescues two in Taraba

Ekiti varsity declares 2025/2026 admission, staff recruitment closed

Makinde pledges dividends of democracy to Oyo residents

Northern CAN mourns Imam who sheltered over 200 Christians during attack

CAN honours late Plateau Imam who saved over 200 Christians

Aviation unions give NCAT 14-day ultimatum over welfare review

Kano denies halting governance over file forwarding directive

MAN backs tax laws to aid recovery

Power reforms to deliver stable electricity NDPHC

NECA urges employers to prioritise workplace safety

Galaxy Backbone prioritises infrastructure, cybersecurity in Nigerias digital drive

Attack on officers wont be tolerated, Edo CP warns motorists

Qatar Airways aircraft makes emergency landing in Lagos

80 militants surrender arms in C’River amnesty breakthrough

Uganda army denies arrest of opposition leader

TCN announces power outage in parts of Sokoto

Aid cuts push 1.2m in Northeast Nigeria deeper into hunger, says WFP

THISDAY

Northern Group Reviews Tinubus Performance, Commends Efforts on Security, Infrastructure

Oloka Killing: Makinde Visits Old Oyo National Park, Compensates Victims Families

Okpebholo Sacks Two Aides Within 24 Hours

Health Workers Strike: TUC Reject No Work, No Pay Directive

Outgoing VC Warn Against Sabotage As Staff Pass Vote of Confidence

Release Sowores Passport Now, Gbenga Hashim Urges Tinubu

ADC Condemns Disruption of Its Activities in Borno, Seeks Police Investigation

Gov Yahaya Flags-off APC E-Registration, Revalidates Membership

Political Will, Rule of Law, Modern Husbandry Key to Ending Farmer-Herder Clashes, Says Gov Yahaya

Nigerias ADSW 2026 Participation, A Boost to Climate Action, Says Onuigbo

Mobile Ministry Gives Succour to Orphans in Enugu, Encourages Them to Aim High, Trust in God

To Boost Food Security,NASENI Begins Construction of Agric Incubation Centre at Abuja Varsity

FG to Pay N6bn Compensation to Owners of Structures Affected by TCN Project in Anambra

Anthony Sani Slams Peter Obi, IPOB Supporters over anti-Nigeria Rhetoric

Police Arrest 2,500 for Kidnapping, Robbery in Ondo

8 Division Gets New GOC, Outgoing Commander Hails Operational Gains,Reforms

Democracy Under Pressure: Threats to Nigerias 2027 Elections

 

GUARDIAN

Kano Killing: Death toll rises to seven

Uba Sani presents bill for mandatory life skills education in Kaduna

Tinubu returns to Nigeria after Abu Dhabi summit

Ugandas Museveni wins seventh term as observers denounce intimidation

CSO urges Rivers Assembly to adhere to rule of law in impeachment bid against Fubara

Fubaras impeachment proceedings an abuse of democracy Rivers Labour Party

Lilu monarch in tears over extensive carnage

Housewife, four children killed in Kano

FG begins implementation of National IP policy, inaugurates TWG

Fire guts section of Ibadan hotel

Yusuf enforcing lawful precaution, not administrative gridlock, says SSG

PDP passes vote of no confidence on Kwara governor Abdulrazaq

AFCON 2025: Chukwueze needs national support, encouragement Deputy Speaker

Uganda opposition leader in hiding ahead of election results

Former UK leader Blair back in limelight with Gaza role

Oyo govt committed to delivering dividends of democracy, says Makinde

2027: Youths demand 50% representation in national, state assemblies

N-HYPPADEC seeks stronger ties with Taraba govt to address community challenges

NELFUND, an historic intervention for Nigerian students Aiyedatiwa

Militants lay down arms, embrace peace in Cross River

Zulum denies endorsing favourites ahead of APC congresses

ADC condemns attack on transition committee inauguration in Borno

Church prays for nation, elections as Global Harvest unveils Celebrate Jesus

Brain Centre records 160 critical interventions in one year as neurological diseases rise

Auto Crash Claims One, 18 Injured in Adamawa

Google files to appeal decision in search monopoly case

Taraba alerts public to fraudsters impersonating govt officials

Troops thwart terrorist attacks, neutralise scores in Borno, Adamawa

LASWA reopens Ikorodu ferry terminal on January 19

Ekiti govt places monarch on probation over unrest

FCT workers seek urgent action to address welfare concerns

Oloka killing: Three arrested as Makinde compensates victims families

Court to deliver judgment in fresh suit challenging Tinubus emergency power

NATION

Tinubu returns after Abu Dhabi summit

EPL: Liverpool held to 1-1 draw by relegation-bound Burnley

Obasekis kinsmen hail Okpebholo on road construction

Presidential tax committee, tax Ombud to protect taxpayers rights

Ogunbiyi collapses structure for Oyebamiji, declares senatorial ambition

Baddy of Lagos takes first steps after surgery

Man rams SUV into police checkpoints, injures three

Tech expert Benjamin Oyemonlan receives two awards at CoolWealth Awards

EPL: Man Utd thrash Man City in memorable derby victory

Nine high-demand jobs in Europe for degree holders

CAN mourns Imam who saved 262 Christians during 2018 killings

Ndokwa youths endorse Okowa for Senate, vow to buy nomination forms

Police unmask man behind violent masquerade in Anambra community

LASEMA releases preliminary report on Qatar Air emergency landing

UNN Governing Council, SUG agree on 60% increment in sundry charges

NIWA commences clean up of Warri jetties

DAILY TRUST

Nigeria defeat Egypt on penalties to win AFCON 25 bronze

Tinubu returns to Nigeria after 3 weeks abroad

Assailants wipe out Family of 7 in Kano

ADC: Removing Tinubu in 2027 only way to save Nigeria

Troops Foil Kidnapping, Rescue Victims in Taraba

FCTA workers begin strike Monday

Sen. Akwashiki buried amidst eulogies

AEDC restores electricity to FCT water board, gives 2 weeks for debt payment

Niger Delta militants surrender in Cross River

Uganda: After 40 years in power, 81-year-old Museveni wins 7th term

Kano Govt denies report of administrative shutdown

Qatar Airways flight makes emergency return to Lagos after technical fault

Nigerias billionaires of the Fourth Republic: Emergence of new wealth elite

Don pushes for death penalty over corrupt practices

Fire razes 76 IDPs shelters in Yobe

2025 defined NNPCLs transformation journey Ojulari

Lagos father seeks justice after death of 9-month-old twins

Bombardment: Bandits seek Peace, reach out to lay down arms Kogi govt

Emergency rule: Court to deliver judgement on new suit against Tinubu

Sardaunas legacy should be emulated to solve Norths challenges

Yoruba leader cautions against language erosion in Benue

Kano realignment: The winners, the losers

Scars that wont heal 60 years after coup

Budget: FG abandons N7bn agric ministry building, sinks N11bn on new site

60 years after the 1st coup: My grandfather paid ultimate price for Nigeria

BUSINESSDAY

President Tinubu applauds Super Eagles after AFCON 2025 bronze win

AFCON 2025: Super Eagles clinch bronze after penalty win over Egypt

Museveni tightens grip on Uganda after seventh election

Naira ends week at N1,417.95/$ as external reserves maintain rally

BUA Foods, MTN, Dangote lead Nigeria’s most valuable firms in 2025

From Igbo apprenticeship to modern professional practice

Benue community helpless as herders’ attacks continue despite government promises

Ododo orders demolition of criminal hideouts in Okene, cancels illegally-acquired properties

New tax law implementation requires strict oversight, transparency — Political scientists

NEW TELEGRAPH

Police Confirm Mother, Six Children Slaughtered In Kano

Bayelsa Police Commissioner Condemns Assault On Tricycle Rider, Orders Arrest Of Officers

Bayelsa Police Commissioner Condemns Assault On Tricycle Rider, Orders Arrest Of Officers

JAMB Registrar Warns Parents Against Paying School Fees For Admission Not Certified

Family Announces Burial Arrangements For Omije Ojumi Crooner

Bayelsa Police Commissioner Condemns Assault On Tricycle Rider, Orders Arrest Of Officers

Bayelsa PFN Reconciles As Aggrieved Parties Pledge To Work With EXCO

We Dont Attack Opposition Parties PDP

Bayelsa Police Commissioner Condemns Assault On Tricycle Rider, Orders Arrest Of Officers

Gunmen Kill Women, Children, Throw Infant Into Well In Kano

FUTA Alumni Awards Scholarships To 10 Indigent Osun Students

TASUED To Honour Remi Tinubu, Osoba, Abiodun At 17th Convocation

Tinubu Departs Abu Dhabi For Nigeria After Sustainability Week Summit

Varsity Honours Rep Member, Idem With Main Hostel Block

Osun 2026: Modakeke Stages 5,000-Man Support Walk For Oyebamiji

CAN Pays Tribute To Late Imam Who Saved 262 Christians

Burna Boy, Sporty Group Unveil New Single For Everybody, Visual Tribute Celebrating Africas Vibrant Sports Heritage

NUC Approves Six New Programmes For Cosmopolitan University

DG, NCC, Others Inaugurated As Members, Technical Working Group For NIPPS Implementation

BLUEPRINT

Nwabali emerges man-of-the-match vs Egypt in 2025 AFCON bronze match

The kinetic and non-kinetic approach to warfare: One or both

Breaking: Nigerias Super Eagles beat Egypt to claim AFCON 2025 bronze

Anambra: Police reveal identity of violent masquerade

Edo: Driver knocks down policemen at checkpoint, 3 injured

ICPC declares Chinese Zhichao Qui wanted for money laundering, others

@87: APC-UK chieftain hails Bisi Akande for integrity, commitment to democratic ideals

Benue state government hails progress on Makurdi-Otukpo-Enugu road project

Minister inaugurates members of technical working group on implementation of national IP policy, strategy

Breaking: Ugandas President Yoweri Museveni wins 7th term, extends 40-year rule

Morocco target second AFCON title 50 years after

Tony Blair gets new appointment

2025 AFCON: CAF declares 90% revenue surge

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