Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Tuesday, 3 February 2026

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

LEADERSHIP

Ronaldo Goes On ‘Strike’ Amid Al-Nassr Frustrations

Trump Threatens Legal Action Against Grammy Host Over Epstein Jokes

China Kicks As Dalai Lama Bags First Grammy Award At 90

Court Bars NLC, TUC, Others From Embarking On Planned Protest In FCT

Senator Natasha Files Counter-Affidavit At Supreme Court, Challenges Akpabio’s Appeal

EFCC Arrests 10 Suspects, Impounds 9 Trucks Over Suspected Illegal Mining In Kwara

APC Names Uzodimma Chairman Of National Convention Committee

Governor Mohammed Declares Tuesday Work-free Day To Mark Bauchi’s Golden Jubilee

6 Injured As Vehicle Brake System Fails On 3rd Mainland Bridge In Lagos

We Need Science-driven Health Reforms, Not Faith-based Policies — Minister

‘N10m Box Office Remark Was Sarcastic’, Toyin Abraham Clarifies Kunle Afolayan’s Comments

Soludo Visits Onitsha Main Market, Chats With Traders

100 Militants Killed In Balochistan After Deadly Attacks, Says Pakistan

Murtala Muhammed’s Simple Lifestyle Made Him Vulnerable To Assassination — Daughter

Trevor Noah Throws Jibes At Nicki Minaj Over MAGA Links

Drama As Atiku’s Media Aide Tackles Tinubu’s Spokesman Over ‘Grammatical Errors’

Benue Attack: 9 Suspects Face 57-count Charges In Abuja Court

Nigeria To Begin Electric Vehicle Production, Signs Deal With South Korea’s AEDC

Popular Islamic Cleric, Sheikh Usman Kusfa ‘Rigi-Rigi’, Dies At 57

NIMC Partners World Bank, Vows To Take Identity Enrollment To Grassroots

FCT Police Urge NLC To Suspend Tuesday’s Protest, Warn Of Infiltration Threat

Onitsha Traders Reopen Shops After Soludo’s Warning

PUNCH       

Trump threatens legal action against Grammy host over Epstein comment

FG, states, LGs shared N1.969trn in December 2025 revenue

Big money, small impact: Govs face fire over N9tn FAAC windfall

Canadian province opens virtual recruitment session for foreigners

Onitsha traders reopen shops following Soludo threats

Police begin 90-day training on trauma, mental health care for officers

ABU VC hails Yusuf’s support for Kanos industrial revival

BREAKING: Court restrains NLC, TUC from planned FCT protest

2027: Im still in Nasarawa governorship race Wadada

Let’s end bloodshed, Kukah urges Nigerians

FG urges Ondo to implement new tax reform acts

First Abu Dhabi Bank to open Nigerian office in sub-Saharan push

No recruitment ongoing, beware of fake job scams, NMDPRA warns

Nigeria’s oil sector big enough for foreign, local firms Lokpobiri

New toxin rules spark further baby formula recalls in France

Onanuga, Atikus aide trade words over shoot at sight comments

TCN announces four days power outage in Ondo region

Benue killings: Suspects plead not guilty to terrorism charges

How Murtala Muhammeds simple lifestyle made his assassination easy Daughter

Police urge NLC, TUC to reschedule Tuesdays Abuja protest

Awujale: Candidate urges Ogun, kingmakers to uphold tradition in selection process

2027: Falana slams senate’s delays on electoral act

APC doors open to Kwankwaso, says national chairman

FG disburses N2.45tn to states for infrastructure, security

Airline industry struggling with sustainable aviation fuel supply – IATA

2027: APC must convince Nigerians, not rely on defections NaAllah

Nigerian constitution is one of the best in the world Ex-Kebbi senator

Yobe gov unveils RUGA settlement to ease farmer-herder conflicts

Primary healthcare should take 70% of budgetary allocation Lagos NMA chair

Ex-gov candidate Nwosu dismisses defection rumours, reaffirms APC membership

Sanwo-Olu seeks World Bank support as Lagos tops ease of doing business ranking

JUST IN: Prominent Islamic cleric Sheikh ‘Rigi-Rigi’ Kusfa dies at 57

2027 gov: Ogun West must unite to break 50-year jinx Senate leader

Dalai Lama wins first Grammy Award at 90

THISDAY

Tinubu Brokers Peace Again, Asks Wike to Halt Impeachment of Fubara

David Mark: APC’s Vicious Policies Exposing Nigerians to Untold Hardship, Poverty

At Investopia, UAE Eyes Over $10bn Investments in Nigeria’s Infrastructure, Agriculture, Tech Sectors

In Key Milestone, Nigeria Hands Over Africa Energy Bank Headquarters to APPO

FG Reaffirms Resolve to Reposition Livestock Sector, Inaugurates Technical Sub-Committee

NSE President Calls for Engineering-based Solutions to Nigeria’s Insecurity

FAAC Disburses N1.969trn to FG, States, LGs as December Revenue Hits N2.585tn

CBN Mulls Unified Regulatory Framework to Boost Fintech Expansion

CBN Fintech Report Signals Next Phase of Nigerias Digital Finance Strategy

At Last, Soludo Ends Sit-at-home, Shops at Onitsha Main Market Monday

2027: Katsina APC Stakeholders Endorse Tinubu, Radda for Second Term

CVR: INEC Commences Rotation of Voter Enrollment Devices in Osun

Stakeholders Call for Faster Response to Conflict Warnings

Ogoni People Protest Resumption of Oil Exploration in 17 Communities

GUARDIAN   

Nigerian entrepreneur launches AI platform for African students, migrants

Malami moves to overturn interim forfeiture of EFCC-seized properties

‘Sacrifice required to build a virile labour movement’

Obi signals intention to contest 2027 presidential election

Utility debt: South Africa briefly restores power to Nigeria High Commission

EFCC arraigns fake investor for defrauding Americans $525,276

‘Muhammed’s simple lifestyle made his assassination easy’

Outcry over church burnings, killings in Taraba communities

States receive N6.82tr in 11 months, flay lower December FAAC disbursement

FG raises N1.5 trillion from 2026 first auction

One killed as smugglers attack customs operatives in Ogun

Investors gain N106 billion as equities market extends rally

VANGUARD

Cristiano Ronaldo goes on strike, refuses to play for Al-Nassr

Iran president orders talks with US as Trump hopeful of deal

APC recalls ‘retired’ Abdullahi Adamu for 2026 convention c’ttee despite ADC defection rumour

NATO wants ‘automated’ defences along borders with Russia

Russia confirms helping to repel Niger airport attack

Police arrest coordinator, 2 traditional rulers over killing of 4 in Ebonyi

Breaking: Court stops NLC, TUC, others from embarking on planned protest

Petrol, cooking gas prices fall year-on-year in December

Tompolo’s associate Tonlagha engages lobbyists to improve US-Nigeria ties

Over 100 deaths averted as soldiers evacuate suspected bomb from church premises in Abia

Ex-gov candidate Uche Nwosu dismisses defection rumour, revalidates APC membership

Alleged money laundering: Ex-AGF Malami explains source of wealth to court

NCAA gives airlines 90-day grace period on advance payment guarantees

PDP crisis: Abdulrahman-led NWC fixes National Convention for March 28

Alleged money laundering: Ex-AGF Malami explains source of wealth to court

Davido breaks silence after Grammy Award loss

Your energy meant everything, Lookman bids farewell to Atalanta

JUST IN: APC appoints Buni as Secretary of Central Committee for 2026 National Convention

Soludo visits Onitsha market, commends traders for taking back their day

Judgment without Justice : NBA president advocates timeframe for resolving legal disputes

Breaking: Court stops NLC, TUC, others from embarking on planned protest

Funding crisis hits global health as WHO warns of pandemic gaps

Nigeria paying heavy price for underfunding education sector Prof. Osinbajo

Peter Obi has not left Labour Party, only hibernating in ADC Arambambi

Future of states in Nigeria depends on consistency in policies, strong institutions Oyedele

FIFA President Infantino apologises for jokes about British fans

5 African countries with most CAF accredited stadiums

Adeboye urges Nigerians to seek Divine Insurance amid insecurity

Governors defections wont decide 2027 polls, CERON warns APC

Cubana Chief Priest links Davidos Grammy loss to refusal to support demonic forces

Transfer: Arsenal linked with Tonali as Arteta confirms Merino injury

CBN fintech report signals next phase of Nigerias digital finance strategy

NiMet predicts 3-day sunshine, cloudiness from Tuesday

Anambra market leaders hail Onitsha Main Market traders for reopening shops on Monday

Over 100 deaths averted as soldiers evacuate suspected bomb from church premises in Abia

Yelwata massacre: Court remands nine suspected terrorists

My fathers simplicity led to his assassination Murtala Muhammeds daughter

CCTV centre to boost policing, cut crime in 2026 IGP

5 cheapest iPhones you can buy in Nigeria

Nigerian content policy not targeted at foreign oil companies Lokpobiri

FG targets 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions

2027: Well not support non-Muslim guber candidate Lagos Muslims

2023: Even with 10 million votes, Obi still wouldnt have won Lai Mohammed

Grammy 2026: I thought Davido didnt like me Omah Lay

 

NATION         

Ohaneze warns against excluding Igbo from Rivers politics

Navy raids Apapa drug hideout, hands seized substances to NDLEA

PDP BoT, caretaker factional chairman moves to end crisis

FG moves to turn livestock into a growth engine

Food prices falls in November 2025 NBS

How Ondo became an oil-producing state, Olanipekun reveals

EuroCham calls for policy consistency to boost European investment in Nigeria

He was robbed: Fans react to Davidos Grammy loss

APC dismisses ADCs claim of coercing civil servants into e-registration

IPOB sit-at-home order records low compliance in Imo

Oyo approves early closure of govt offices for 50th anniversary celebrations

Ebonyi crisis: Police arrest two monarchs, 11 others over communal violence

2027: Adamawa APC backs Tinubu, welcomes new governorship aspirant

James Brown announces spiritual revival amid fame concerns

Immigration Service strengthens legal mechanism to address cyber-enabled crimes, smuggling of migrants

Why Ebonyi youths endorsed Nwifuru, Tinubu for second term Commissioner

FG, states, councils share 1.969tr December revenue at FAAC meeting

Strike: FCTA workers shun NLC, JUAC, resume work

Five common deadly snakes to watch out for in toilets, septic tanks, kitchens, others

Tinubu orders clear sharing of power subsidy costs

Police urge NLC to shelve Tuesdays planned protest

Lagos warns content creators against using children in harmful online content

DAILY TRUST

Sit-At-Home Crumbles as Onitsha Market Reopens

NASENIs Twin Fertilizer Revolution: A New Dawn for Nigerias Food Sovereignty

Six injured as bus overturns on Third Mainland Bridge

Yelwata killings: Suspects remanded in Kuje prison

Court stops Gov Alia from enforcing executive order on public gatherings

NAHCON concludes 2026 hajj accommodation Arrangements

Houses burnt, leaders injured as youths clash in Kaduna community

Obi Faults Slow Implementation of 2026 Budget

Kano senator orders ex-NNPP leaders to return vehicles after defection to APC

E-registration: ADC, APC bicker over alleged coercion of civil servants

Ortom admits 2023 mistake, rules out 2027 ambition

2025: 52% of non-import VAT collected in Lagos

Mixed reactions over Nigerias ranking among 10 global GDP contributors

Cargo agents kick against planned demolition of secretariats at Lagos Airport

Dangote, NNPC ink gas agreements to boost output

Farmers lose N5tn in 24 months Report

Jigawa approves N1bn recapitalisation for bank

As NICN restores order in NMDPRA-PENGASSAN crisis, orders process of fresh election

Invest in $2bn sugar market, NSDC tell states

Ondo, Ogun clash over ownership of oil-rich Eba Island

Fire guts plaza in FCT council, destroys valuables

FCT indigenes urge Wike to elevate traditional rulers

FCT@50: Indigenous leaders demand justice, inclusion

Infrastructural decay in FCT rural schools worrisome Chairmanship candidate

2027: FCT youths urge ex-commissioner to contest for Senate

Kano by-election: NNPP insists sons of late lawmakers remain its candidates

Ill run as presidential candidate in 2027, Obi declares

After court ruling, LP to set up reconciliation committee Otti

PAP donates 900 laptops to students

AUTHORITY

Atikus media aide Shaibu tackles Onanuga over grammatical errors

Coalition Protests NAFDACs Enforcement of Sachet Alcohol Ban

Why we introduced staff loan scheme in tertiary institutions Tinubu

Communal Killings: Ebonyi imposes curfew in Amasiri, shuts schools, markets

TCN partners Civil Defence to protect infrastructure in Kaduna region

NCC, NSCDC to crack down on fine-optic cable damage

NNPC Ltd unveils gas master plan 2026

Dont abscond from service, NYSC boss advises Corps Members

BUSINESSDAY

Nigeria–US trade pact puts job creation at the centre of economic cooperation

Canada: Foreign healthcare workers will now receive faster processing on work permits

Ademola Lookman finally completes big-money switch to Atletico Madrid

Cristiano Ronaldo goes on strike over Al-Nassr transfer policy

Court remands nine over Yelwata, Benue killing pending trial

N868m fraud trial: Former AGF Nwabuoku tells court he has ‘unblemished’ 35-year career

Budget priorities under scrutiny as finance outpaces growth ministries

Fire disasters wipe out N4.6trillion from Nigeria’s uninsured economy

First Holdco’s biggest single day plunge in 3 months opens opportunity for investors

High interest rates push lending growth to five year low

Oil contracts’ delay persists despite Tinubu’s six-month directive

Nigeria’s Eurobond yields spike as Fed pause, geopolitical risks trigger sell-off

Nigeria woos Gulf investors amid global capital caution

Graduate unemployability in Nigeria is a structural crisis, not educational failure

Nigeria’s rusty affair with Ajaokuta Steel leaves billions wasted

Oil revenue reels as NNPC remittance to FAAC drops by 86%

NEW TELEGRAPH

Are You Better Off’ Two Years On, Nigerians Ask Hard Questions

10th Convocation: FUOYE Records Significant Milestones For Steady Growth V.C.

FG To Roll Out Phase 1 Of Natl Single Window In March

N.I.E.S 2026: We Must Collectively, Collaboratively Embrace Talent Devt Ogbe

REA Delivers Mini-Grid, Stable Water To Over 2,500 Residents In Damau

NUJ FCT Partners Bespoke To Complete Ultra-Modern Congress Hall

Local Content Misuse Inflated Costs, Stunted Capacity In Nigerias Oil, Gas Sector Lokpobiri

Local Content Misuse Inflated Costs, Stunted Capacity In Nigerias Oil, Gas Sector Lokpobiri

Threat, Intimidation Cant Stop Biafra Agitation IPOB

Tinubu Directs Budget Office To Libralise Electricity Subsidies

Local Content Misuse Inflated Costs, Stunted Capacity In Nigerias Oil, Gas Sector Lokpobiri

Police Arrest Suspected Cultists In Uyo

Zamfara: Troops Neutralize Notorious Bandits Leader, Kill Scores

Association Lauds Kwara Gov, Stakeholders On Schools Reopening

 

 

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