Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Saturday, 4 April 2026

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

BLUEPRINT     

Trump removes US Army Chief, other senior officers in military shake-up

Iran shoots down U.S. jet

Bandits kidnap over 150 in Zamfara

Experts warn against ethnic profiling, stereotyping in security discourse

Reminiscences: Chief Obafemi Awolowo 39 years after

Edun praises NUPRC as daily production hits 1.84m

Plateau Killings: Group renews call for state police, urges prosecution of perpetrators

Jos killing: Presidency clarifies Tinubus meeting with victims at airport

Peter Chukwunyere: Meet Nigerian 15-year-old goalkeeper who made 6 penalty saves in one match

WAPP project will enhance regional power supply, integration- TCN

Cuba set to release over 2000 prisoners amidst US pressure

Worsening cases of meningitis in northern states

Empowering skilled artisans critical for better housing delivery in Nigeria- Realtor

National Police Week: N53.3m disbursed as Lagos command honours fallen heroes

Be focused, leave INEC out of your woes, NCYC warns ADC

Gunman invade school, stabs children to dath

Newly married NYSC corps member k!llied few hours to passing out parade

ADC crisis: David Mark faction pursuing illegality,APC warns

Jos attack: Why Tinubu addressed victims at airport Presidency

2027: PDP will be on ballot, says Wike

Edoh declares for Benue governorship, unveils ambitious blueprint

Flutterwave secures banking licence, hits $40bn payments

NSIA posts N478.8bn in Total Comprehensive Income for 2025

NSIAs posts N478.8bn in Total Comprehensive Income for 2025

Jos attacks: Tinubu orders security agencies to hunt down killers,Army deploys more troops

PUNCH       

APGA hails signing of Electoral Act into law

…Avenge your death – Jos mother gives dead son cutlass

Inside disturbing live stream where ‘dollar gifts’ fuel child molestation

Easter: Defend yourselves, Northern CAN tells members

Controversy as Makinde crowns Ibadan chiefs in absentia

Igbo king in S’Africa: Nigerians shut down businesses, stay indoors over rising attacks

Alaafin donates hospital beds, equipment to Oyo Muslim community

TCN, PHarcourt DisCo clash over power transmission capacity

ADC faults INEC, says status quo order misinterpreted

Iran hunts crashed US jet crew, as reports say one rescued

EU, FG seek urgent action to end food waste

Lagos, Russian varsity explore scholarships, exchange programmes

Plateau killings: Kogi governor orders evacuation of students from UNIJOS

Polaris Bank announces 10-hour daily night maintenance

Police arrest 15 for obstructing traffic on Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, clear illegal structures

You shall never become president, Fani-Kayode blasts Obi over NADECO post

US lawmakers seek end to persecution of Christians in Nigeria

Sokoto varsity dismisses staff over NYSC mobilisation fraud allegations

Lagos announces road closures for Fanti Carnival on April 6

Oil production rises to 1.8mbpd NUPRC

Senator to quit APC over worsening banditry

Easter: Adeleke, Fadahunsi, Osun APC greet Christians

Cuba begins prisoner release after mass pardon

Soldiers kill three terrorists, arrest two arsonists in Plateau

May Day: NLC plans protests against states not paying minimum wage

Six injured as two-storey building collapses in Abuja

2027: Senator urges issue-based campaigns, warns against insults in CRiver

Elon Musk remains worlds richest despite $22bn loss

Easter: Cleric urges Christians to take gospel to politicians

Katsina Assembly backs speedy passage of special seats for women bill

Easter: Northern Christian leaders lament persistent attacks, demand action

No extension for 2026 SSCE registration, NECO warns

LP elects new leaders April 28, notifies INEC of congress timetable

Plateau killings: Installing CCTV cameras wont solve insecurity NRM chieftain

Defying court order may invalidate your election, INEC chair warns ADC

Pope speaks with Israeli, Ukrainian presidents, urging peace

Tinubu confirms foreign support in anti-terror fight

Plateau unrest: Benue evacuates indigenes from UNIJOS

THISDAY    

DHQ: 300,000 Terrorists Surrendered, 2,615 Reformed, Reintegrated in Nine Years

After Recapitalisation, Banks Face Stress Test to Strengthen Risk Management, Financial System Stability

Search Intensifies for Missing US Crew Member as Iran Downs Fighter Jet

Presidency: Why Tinubu Addressed Plateau Attack Victims at Jos Airport

NUPRC: Nigeria’s Oil Production Climbed to 1.84mbpd in ‘Recent Days’

NDelta Activist to Tinubu: Nigerians are Dying of Hunger

Report: Nigeria Poised for Oil Windfall, But Faces Growth Slowdown, Inflation Shock

EBID Approves $241.6 Million to Boost Nigerias Infrastructure, Waste Management, Transport Network

FG Inaugurates Sub-Committees for 2026 International Civil Service Conference

Flutterwave Secures Nigerian Banking Licence to Accelerate Payments, Others

Poor Fleet Size Undermines African Airlines Ability to Dominate Regions Market

N65bn Realised as First Lady Launches National Community Food Bank Programme

Centre Charges Professionals on Effective Implementation of Criminal Justice Laws

$500m World Bank Loan: Lagos Gives Own Fund Use Scorecard

World Bank Okays $500m Credit Facility to Boost Nigerias Agric Value Chains, Jobs

NSIA Grows Net Asset to $3.40bn, Earns N478.8bn Income in 2025

IGP Disu Visits Jos, Pledges Justice for Victims as Governor Muftwang Commends Police Response

Tinubu Appoints Shehu Aliyu as PTDF Executive Secretary

Appeal Court Affirms Judgement Barring NBC from Imposing Fines on Broadcast Stations

GUARDIAN    

Cultural vibes, global prestige as British Council celebrates Nigeria’s alumni in style

I can be tough, troublesome but I’m learning to manage people, says Funke Akindele

Nigeria wastes 38m tonnes of food yearly, highest in Africa – EU

PDP strongly criticises Tinubu over Jos visit

Tackling poverty, inequality, hate speech will end bloodshed in Nigeria – Ojukwu

Police vow crime-free Easter celebrations, deploy operatives to worship centres

World Bank approves $500m loan for agriculture sector

Legacy of waste: Inside Nigeria’s mega refineries gulping billions, producing nothing

ADC to start convention activities next Thursday, says INEC’s position is illegal

ADC Crisis: INEC should have recognised Nafiu Bala, says Wike

600,000 school students benefit from LASG smart device donation

VANGUARD     

US defence secretary sacks top army general in new shake-up

White House requests giant $1.5 trn defence budget amid Iran war

New tax laws: NRS takes over collection of mineral royalties

Jos Massacre: I used armoured vehicle for height during condolence visit – Mutfwang

Nigerian woman’s killer-boyfriend jailed for life in UK

White House seeks $1.5 trillion defense budget as Iran war drives costs

Section 83 strengthens INEC oversight, limits court role in party affairs – Falana

Midnight siege in Sokoto; villagers abducted, injured

Jos massacre: Serial massacres of Christians must cease – PFN

Jos Attack: Venue of Tinubu’s meeting not as important as visit’s substance — Mutfwang

Iran downs second US jet; music, barbecues in Tehran

Sen Dickson receives defectors into NDC, cites growing political realignment

Youll never become President Fani-Kayode blasts Obi for mocking NADECOstruggle

Iran searches for downed US jet crew, offers reward for capture

NLC directs street rallies for May Day over minimum wage delay

Nigerias oil output rebounds to 1.84mbpd as Edun commends NUPRC

Terrorists strike again in Kaduna, abduct 10 residents

Arteta hopes League Cup loss will fuel Arsenal season run-in

Just In: PENGASSAN grounds Seplat operations, takes over work sites

Seven injured as two-storey building under construction collapses in Abuja

Ghana to implement visa-free entry for Africans from May 25

2027: PDP will field presidential candidate, others Wike

CBN grants Flutterwave banking licence to expand financial services

Tinubu reaffirms commitment to tackle insecurity, boost economy in easter message

FG targets oil palm revival, 2 million jobs in six years

Africas top 10 countries in FIFA ranking before 2026 World Cup

Labour Party picks April 28 for presidential primary

Pope speaks with Israeli, Ukrainian presidents, urges peace

12 injured in Abu Dhabi after attack intercepted

Why Tinubu addressed Jos attack victims at airport Presidency

Plateau attack: Benue govt evacuates over 600 students from UNIJOS

 LEADERSHIP

Stakeholders Warn Gbajabiamila Against Imposition Of Desmond Elliot For 4th Term In Lagos Assembly

Ondo: ‎Police Arrest Man Over Alleged Poisoning Of Community Stream ‎

Foreign Reserves Drop $840m In 13 Days Amid Steady Naira, Oil Price Boost

ADC Crisis: INEC Chair Amupitan Explains ‘Status Quo Ante Bellum’ Position In Appeal Court Verdict

I’m Not Part Of Any Plan To Turn Nigeria Into One-Party State, Says INEC Chair Amupitan

Massive Data Leak Hits EU As Hackers Exploit Cloud System

JUST-IN: Minister Of State For Labour Onyejeocha Resigns From Tinubu’s Cabinet

Gov Eno Urges Women To Form Cooperatives For Business Grants

Nigeria’s Oil Output Reaches 1.84mbpd – Official

Defy Court At Your Peril, INEC Tells ADC As Convention Plans Continue

ADC May Not Produce Candidate In 2027 Polls – Keyamo

‘INEC Should Have Recognised Nafiu Bala’, Wike Speaks on ADC Leadership Crisis

Seek Permits For Live Bands Or Face Sanctions” — PMAN Issues Warning To Abuja Hotel Owners, Event Planners
Osimhen Crowned Turkey’s Best After Stellar Season With Galatasaray

‘Leave INEC Out Of Your Woes, Resolve Internal Crisis’, NCYC Warns ADC

DAILY TRUST     

PDP: Tinubus inhumanity was on full display in Jos

Minister of labour resigns

Amupitan asks ADC to Suspend convention, learn from Zamfara, Plateau experience

Labour Party fixes April 28 for national convention

APC Secretary asks INEC to Deregister ADC

Planned voter revalidation can throw Nigeria into turmoil — Cleric warns

Plateau killings: JNI denies claim Tinubu invited only Christian victims

Plateau visit: President showed empathy, care Aide

Absence of leadership, Obi knocks Tinubu over Jos Visit

Easter: Northern Christians Lament Rising Attacks

Bandits strike again in Kaduna, abduct 7 family members

Easter: Remember those in need, Remi Tinubu tells Christians

Stop Blaming Tinubu for Your Woes, APC scribe tells ADC

Insecurity: Our Efforts Yielding Results Tinubu

Nasarawa unveils 2026 summit, says it has recorded N3trn investment inflows since 2022

Drama as Owo Church Massacre suspect denies suit claim against DSS

JUST IN: Bandits gun down Sokoto residents, abduct vigilantes

National Community Food Bank Programme donation hits N65bn

INEC clarifies voter revalidation plan

A/court upholds ban on NBCs power to fine broadcast stations

FG takes climate change campaign to Kano

Nigerian, intl press freedom groups write Tinubu, seek accountability for attacks on journalists

Residents decry indiscriminate dumping of waste in Abuja towns

FCT residents demand take-off of Kugbo, Mabushi bus terminals

NSIA grows income to N478bn

AUTHORITY     

Troops, CJTF arrest suspected kidnapper in Borno

Air strikes neutralise 15 ISWAP fighters in Borno, disrupt insurgent stronghold

An Easter to Remember: Transcorp Hilton Abuja unveils joyful festivities for families

Middle Belt Forum Hails Tinubus Jos Visit, Calls for United Civil-Military Effort to Restore Lasting Peace

Derecognition: Leave Tinubu, INEC out of your internal crisis, APC tells ADC

Bandits abduct 7 members of same family, 3 other residents in Kaduna

Easter: Tinubu preaches unity, sacrifice to Nigerians

Troops neutralise three suspected terrorists in Plateau

Six die, 12 injured in Kwara road crash

BUSINESSDAY     

Naira ends week flat as reserves post 13-day losing streak

Food price surge dampens Easter mood for Nigerians

Nigeria ranks fourth most expensive rental market in Africa

When Nigeria’s economic expansion fails its people

Market watches as Nigeria aims to resolve dilemma of rising inflation and slow growth

VAIDS: Data, information-sharing agreements to expose tax dodgers

Trump says Iran war goals nearly met, Iran tells Americans ‘no enmity’, Ghana inflation eases again and other stories

Fixed fibre boom driven solely by MTN as rivals stagnate

Nigeria banks face April deadline in new capital stress regime

Fresh crisis brews in Surulere as residents resist Elliot’s continued stay in Assembly

Tinubu urges Nigerians to reject forces threatening collective well-being

China, Pakistan unveil five-point peace plan for Gulf, Middle East stability

NEW TELEGRAPH

NLC Orders Protests On May Day Over Minimum Wage Non-Compliance

ADC Crisis Could Cost Party Its Place On Ballot Keyamo

Tinubu To Commission Airport, Airline Others In Ogun

Alaafin Donates Hospital Beds, Equipment To Oyo Muslim Community

Easter: Ajadi Felicitates Makinde, CAN, Others

Nigerias Daily Crude Production Hits 1.84m Barrels NUPRC

Tinubu Storms Ogun, Commissions Airport, Airline Others

Makinde Pronounces Three Ibadan High Chiefs Obas In Absentia

Insecurity: 300,000 Terrorists Surrendered, 2,615 Reintegrated OPSC

FG Detects Unauthorized GMO Activities, Suspends Registration

IGP Orders Sustained Security Operations After Jos Attack

One Killed, 15 Abducted In Fresh Katsina Attacks

Edo Assembly Aspirant Restates Commitment To Grassroots Devt

APC Addresses David Marks Allegations Over ADC Leadership Crisis

Easter: Tinubu Assures Nigerians Of Security, Economic Recovery

 

 

                                           

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