Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Sunday, 1 March 2026

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

NATION 

Israeli strike kills 40 in southern Iran school

Top Iranian political, military figures targeted i

ADC South-south national vice chairman clears air on Amaechis 2027 declaration

NSCDC expresses regret over death of officer during simulation exercise

JAMB probes syndicate using AI to sabotage 2026 UTME registration

Obi, Oyegun never escaped assassination in Edo, says CSO

ADP rejects 2027 elections timetable, says it raises red flag about fairness

JUST IN: Nwifuru suspends two commissioners in Ebonyi

Senate rejects fresh amendment to 2026 Electoral Act, tells opposition to follow due process

Nobody can distract me from fulfilling God, Tinubus call Umahi

Nigerian pilgrims safe in Israel, says CAN chairman

Inferno razes Jamaa Emirs palace in Kafanchan

Gov Namadi seeks social media monitoring to safeguard youths moral future

Oborevwori inaugurates academic-boosting projects at Southern Delta University

Fake news major threat to Nigerias future, says Information Minister

n Israeli strikes Official

PUNCH    

Iran accuses US, Israel of criminal military aggression

Bill Clinton denies wrongdoing on Epstein ties

Backlash as FIFA stalls Nigeria, DR Congo W’Cup verdict

Stranded: Nigerian air travellers stuck as US, Israel battle Iran

Tinubu receives ex-Defence Minister TY Danjuma at Aso Rock

Senate: We’ll deliver state police by year end

‘I will not be bullied,’ Seyi Tinubu breaks silence on King Mitchy, VeryDarkMan controversy

Tinubu welcomes UK-backed Lebara’s launch in Nigeria, praises telecom growth

VIDEO: Female NSCDC officer dies after being crushed by operational van in Abuja

[PHOTOS] AFCON: Protestors march in Senegal over jailed fans in Morocco

I will not be bullied, Seyi Tinubu breaks silence on King Mitchy, VeryDarkMan controversy

FG issues security advisory to Nigerians in Iran, Gulf countries

Ekiti monarch seeks global recognition of Ogun festival

Seven victims of Plateau attacks get mass burial

Airspace closed across Middle East as US-Israel strike Iran

21 ships offload petrol, others in Lagos ports NPA

Lassa fever death toll hits 10 in Benue

Finance minister hails 4.07% GDP growth in Q4 2025

Oyo distributes textbooks, school bags, sandals to primary, secondary students

US-Iran crisis: Who are the main players

Iran vows decisive response after US-Israeli strike

FG hails new digital visa platform FBC approval

2027: SSouth ADC leaders refute endorsing Amaechis presidential bid

Tinubu welcomes UK-backed Lebaras launch in Nigeria, praises telecom growth

On your marks, set, go: Parties race against May deadline for primaries

US orders shelter-in-place across five Middle East countries after strikes

Irans neighbours fear consequences of US, Israeli strikes

Benin region faces month of 10hour daily outages, says TCN

Delta gov urges leaders to prioritise service at Seantor Nwaoboshis funeral

US, Israel launch strikes against Iran

Police detain four, recover vehicles stolen in Enugu, Anambra

Otti confirms kidnap attempts in Abia says situation under control

Otti compensates 4,000 for airport, starts subsidised electric buses March 1

Nasarawa LP leaders debunk report of interim management committee

2027: No coalition stronger than PDP, says Bode George

 THISDAY

Trump Claims Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei Killed in Joint US-Israeli Strikes

House Member Lauds NNPC, Dangote Partnership, Says Collaboration Will Strengthen Economic Growth

World on Edge as US, Israel Attack Iran, Global Leaders React

Usani: How ADC South South Leaders Endorsed Amaechi’s Bid for President

NAF Deepens Defence Ties with Czech Republic to Advance Modernisation Drive

Experts Warn Nigerias Digital Ambitions at Risk Without InfrastructureInvestment

Tinubu Reappoints NSCDC CG, Ahmed Audi, for Another 5-Year Term

Labour Leaders Laud Kebbi Govs Developmental Efforts

Court Orders INEC To Restore, Conduct Elections in Kogi Supressed Constituencies in 2027Ibrahim Oyewalein Lokoja

Ramadan: Gombe Gov Distributes Food Palliatives to Support Vulnerable Households

Ogun Awards N6.1bn Contract for Court of Appeal Complex in Abeokuta

NDIC: Failed Bank Depositors, Customers Paid Between N5m, N2m

NDI Allegedly Under Scrutiny Amid Challenges at NIGCOMSAT

US, IsraelIran War: Oil Windfall or Economic Shock for Nigeria

Beware of Work Pressure, Prioritise Your Health, Deputy Senate Clerk Advises Public Servants

FG Commences Assistance for Communities Ravaged By Displacement, Insecurity, Livelihood Disruption

Acting IGP Urges Nigerians to Be Law-Abiding During Ramadan

Breaking: US, Israel Launch Attack on Iran

GUARDIAN    

Court restrains Soludo from demolishing Onitsha market

Services drive Nigeria’s GDP to 4.07% in Q4 2025

Seplat targets 200,000bpd oil production by 2030

‘New Executive Order 9 Will Achieve Only One Aim: Destroy gains of nation’s oil and gas sector’

NISO attributes Nigeria’s poor electricity to inadequate gas supply

Trump and revival of ‘might is right’ world order

45.1% of Nigerian women suffer from uterine fibroids – Study

Fake news: FG urges youth to use digital tech responsibly

VANGUARD

Iranian supreme leader Khameneiis alive Foreign minister

Iran sends text messages urging residents to leave Tehran

Dustbin of history – Son of Iran’s late shah reacts to Khamenei’s ‘death’

No one can stop resistance if Israel keeps bombing Gaza, Iran fumes

Dangote Cement revenue hits N4.31trn as profit tops N1trn

Iran supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

We believe Iran leader Khamenei is dead – Trump
Netanyahu says there are signs that Irans Khamenei is dead

Tinubu roads will last 100 years Umahi

No American casualties in Iran retaliation US military

Tension over subsidy removal has reduced, says Tinubu

Gov. Nwifuru suspends commissioners for works, infrastructure

2027 polls: ADC chieftain pledges responsive representation, mobilises Ojo residents

Tinubu renews NSCDC CG tenure for another five years

Man charged after defacing Churchill statue in central London

Shipping, oil prices may soar as USIsrael, Iran clash escalates

FG formalises cross-border air rescue agreement with Cameroon

Kwara: NSCDC arrests 12 suspected illegal immigrants from Mali

What led to US-Israeli strikes on Iran: protests, nuclear power and proxies

[PHOTOS] AFCON: Protestors march in Dakar over jailed Senegal fans in Morocco

VAR expanded to include second bookings and corners for World Cup

Bournemouths European bid suffers in 1-1 draw with Sunderland

Missile kills four in Syria amid US-Israeli, Iran conflict

At least 51 students killed in Iran from US-Israel attacks

Iran retaliates, strikes countries hosting US forces in Middle East

I wont be bullied Seyi Tinubu addresses VDMs allegations over King Mitchy

Mentorship, not first-class degrees, key to Bar success Ajulo

NSCDC loses female officer in Abuja drill accident

Protests mark burial of 7 victims of Plateau terror attack

Nollywood needs improved storytelling, technology boost for global competitiveness Filmmaker

PSG Ligue 1 match delayed to aid Chelsea tie preparations

Assault on Middle East Hamas condemns US-Israeli strikes against Iran

Lassa Fever kills 10 in Benue, 45 cases confirmed

ADC South-South meets ahead of 2027, Odigie-Oyegun doubts arrest of attackers

Ogun will elect Nigerias first female gov in 2027 Iyabo Obasanjo

How US strikes on Iran will affect oil market Report

Man dies as fire engulfs Kwara hotel

World warns against Mideast war as US, Israel strike Iran

EFCC still probing Abia audio airport Otti

Explosions heard in northern Israel after missiles launched from Iran

African Union urges urgent de-escalation after strikes on Iran

Messis Inter Miami to visit White House Report

FRSC says 4 women dead as vehicles collide in Anambra

US begins major combat to destroy Iran missiles, navy

Iran shuts airspace until further notice

LEADERSHIP

EFCC Investigates Alleged N10bn Abia Airport Scam

Banditry Has Not Disrupted Federal Road Projects — Umahi

Oyo APC Warns Members Against Fake Ward, LGA Executive Lists

FAAN Advises Passengers Amid Middle-East Airspace Closures

Presidency, Military Intensify Offensive Against Banditry in Kwara

Northern Elders Slam Fake NCA Split From CAN

Bandits Kill One, Abduct 11 in Kajuru

Benue Seals Investment Deal To Create 10,000 Jobs

2027: Amaechi Reaffirmed as ADC South-South Leaders Clash

Turaki-led PDP Begins Digital Membership Drive On Monday

Dangote Cement Profit Crosses N1trn Mark, Proposes N45 Dividend Per Share

I’m Committed To African Storytelling, Not Competing –Funke Akindele

Abure-led Labour Party’s National Organising Secretary Defects To Rival Camp

DAILY TRUST

Iran’s Supreme Leader is dead, says Trump

Adebayo: Tinubu’s Emergence Painful Lesson To Nigerians

AU condemns US/Israeli airstrikes on Iran, urges restraint

FG issues advisory to Nigerians in Middle East

Nigerians Are Hungry, Will Shock You in 2027, Bode George Tells APC

Nigerian Scholars raise concerns over fee hike in Australia

Lassa Fever Kills 10 Health Workers in Benue

Nigerian goalkeeper accused of match-fixing speaks

FG distributes food items to 1,000 households in Benue

INEC cant dictate time for candidates nomination Hashim

BREAKING: Iran vows to respond with crushing attacks

My Political Testament: How Reform was Refused and Tinubu Emerged

US troops: Security lifeline or sovereignty gamble

3 years after, silence at Kolmani oil field

Politicians should not appoint judges Justice James Ogebe

Tight Race for Obi as Southern ADC Leaders Endorse Amaechi

Operator: Why theres currently poor electricity supply across the nation

Defections Sign of Pressure, Not Strength, Atiku Tells APC

Gov Yahaya: 48 children stolen from Gombe

Nigerias GDP grew by 4.07% in Q4 2025 NBS

NISO: National grid receiving only one-third of required gas supply

AUTHORITY

Tinubu renews Audis tenure as NSCDC CG

Gombe Iftar: Coincidence of Ramadan, Lent, a unique opportunity for national rebirth, says Adebayo

ARISE Honours Chinelo Anohu as Woman of Impact in Africa 2026

Tinubu Backs Reform Agenda, Reappoints Audi to Head NSCDC

Troops arrest suspected JAS/ISWAP logistics supplier on Maiduguri GUbio road

Troops arrest suspected Boko Haram logistics supplier in Kaga in Borno

Female family member of jas/iswap fighter surrenders to troops in Dikwa in Borno

BUSINESSDAY

Sit-at-home in South East: A case of different strokes for different folks

US-Israeli strikes ‘wholly unprovoked, illegal and illegitimate’ – Iranian foreign minister

Iran’s Ayatollah Ali Khamenei feared killed in Israeli airstrike

2026 World Cup security concerns rise after US-Israel strikes on Iran

Qatar Airways, Emirates suspend flight operations amid US, Iran attacks

Nigeria’s crude eyes $80 as US/ Iran standoff rattles global supply

US President Trump says Iranians should rise up and take over their government

Trump acknowledges attacks on Iran may lead to US casualties

Iran confirms country under on going attacks by Israel

Tinubu’s oil revenue directive set to deepen fiscal federalism, empower states

Olawepo-Hashim wants INEC Chairman resigned or face mass action over new election timetable

Group rallies behind INEC, hails IReV upgrades, transparent result management

Gunmen abduct four family members in Kwara

Middle East airspace shuts as United States, Israel strike Iran, Tehran retaliates

People first: Why putting humanity at the centre of Nigeria’s HIV response is not idealism – It is science

BLUEPRINT     

Obasanjo hails Tinubus economic reforms, Lagos-Calabar coastal road project

Edo:Egor APC targets sweeping wins in 4 years

Nigerias rural electrification agency targets 500 projects in 2026

US-Isreal/Iran crises: Kaduna CAN assures pilgrims safety

Fire incident: Katung sympathises with Jamaa Emirate

Gombe Iftar: Adebayo preaches focus on justice, not religious division

Mercy Johnson-Okojie, daughter Purity crowned co-brand ambassadors for Girls Tag

Alex Mascot Ikwechegh: Lawmaker who assaulted bolt driver quits APGA

Military cargo plane carrying banknotes crashes, many k!lled

2026 World Cup: Mexico president speaks on security, mobility arrangements

UK takes action amid US, Israeli strikes on Iran

Green Lunar Nigeria pledges support for Armed Forces digitisation drive

Despite multi-billion naira losses in markets, Kano government budgets meagre amount for fire service

Iran army chief Amir Hatami killed in Israeli strikes on Tehran

US-Israeli strikes target Iran supreme leader Khamenei

Breaking: Tinubu reappoints Abubakar Audi as Commandant-General of NSCDC

NSCDC operational vehicle crushes civil defence officer to de@th

Airlines suspend flights to Middle East as US/IsraelIran war escalates

Nigerian governor raises alarm over missing 48 children

Super Eagles goalkeeper speaks on match-fixing allegations

ADC blames partners for defeat in FCT council polls

Ogun assembly speaker commits to special seat bill as NAWOJ visits

Osun: 25 PDP lawmakers move to Accord Party

ASUU chair lauds Governor Kefas for paying 100% workers salary

                           

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