Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Sunday, 5 April 2026

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

VANGUARD      

‘You’ve 48 hours to make deal or US will unleash Hell’ – Trump warns Iran

Russia evacuates 198 workers from Iran nuclear plant amid airstrike

Resident doctors declare total strike over pay dispute

Borno Police confirm killing of 4 personnel by Boko Haram

Explosion hits pro-Israel centre in the Netherlands

Israeli strikes kill two girls in southern Lebanon, soldier killed in battle

Killings: Pateau police ban night grazing, mining

Police repel cattle rustling, neutralise one bandit in Kebbi

US arrests relatives of slain Iranian general Soleimani

Easter: Corruption wont define Nigeria, well overcome it EFCC

No attack on Bishop Kukahs residence, Sokoto Cathedral Army

I regret not institutionalising whistle blower policy Kemi Adeosun

Freda Francis to lead talks at The Aesthetic Show Lagos 2026

Cancer: Blessing CEO rejects calls for apology, says N13m raised

11 dead, 52 houses burnt in Nasarawa violence

Two killed, 10 injured in lone crash in Gombe FRSC

$6bn loan: YPP presidential aspirant, Filani seeks transparency, warns against rising debt

Easter: NLC says Nigerians never signed up for suffering

US-Israeli strike near Irans nuclear plant kills one

Ortom denies 2027 senatorial ambition, labels viral reports false, misleading

LASTMA probes alleged N100,000 extortion on coastal road

ADC crisis highlights weak internal dispute resolution in political parties PAACA

Rising fuel prices drive EV adoption in Nigeria Experts

Surulere stakeholders to Gbajabiamila: Dont impose Desmond Elliot for 4th term

Gunmen kill three in fresh night attack in Jos South

Lagos announces road closures for Fanti Carnival

Earthquake kills 8 members of same family in Afghanistan

Hide, find water: Ex-airmen detail how to survive being shot down

Economic Crisis, Killings: Youth leader raises alarm, warns APC ahead of 2027

PUNCH       

ADC crisis: Govs, lawmakers shelve defections

2027: Opposition parties weigh election boycott

Obi urges Nigerians to reject Tinubu over power failure

ADC unveils international representatives network, targets Washington, London, others

Mobile money global transactions cross $2tn

Nigeria targets 230m Internet users with 5G

My mother died in court after NDLEA denied her care, demanded N2m — Son

2027: I’ll support whoever emerges as ADC presidential candidate – Atiku

Easter: Police deploy officers to churches nationwide

Nigeria facing fiscal challenges, reforms yielding positive results — Budget office official

JAMB refutes postponement notice, says UTME will hold as scheduled

Energy costs drive global food prices higher

Sokoto Senator resigns from APC, cites insecurity, hardship

11 killed, 50 houses burnt in Nasarawa community clashes

THISDAY    

Edun: Yearly GDP Rise Not Enough to Lift Millions of Nigerians out of Poverty

Again, Gunmen Kill Three, Injure One in Fresh Plateau Attack 48 Hours After Tinubu’s Visit

I Didn’t Mean to Shoot Seun Okinbaloye, Wike Clarifies; Media Groups Protest

Resident Doctors to Embark on Fresh Nationwide Strike Tuesday

In Easter Messages, Atiku, Akpabio, Obi, Governors, Others Seek Prayers for Enduring Peace in Nigeria

11 Killed, 52 Houses Destroyed as Violence Breaks Out in Nasarawa

Sokoto Diocese Debunks Alleged Attack on Kukah’s Residence, Pastoral Centre

Easter: Nigerians Never Signed up for Suffering, Says NLC, Decries Worsening Insecurity, Poverty

Amid Liquidity Surge, Banks’ Deposits with CBN Hit Record N128.9tn in March

Boko Haram Kills 20 Loggers, Abducts Many in Borno

Group Urges Deputy Speaker, Kalu to Contest Abia Governorship

Navy Intercepts Illegal Consignment of Petroleum Products in Rivers, Rescues Kidnapped Victim

Itsekiri Leaders Mourn Victor Wood

Daniel Kanu Defends Abacha-era Role, Denies Prison Claims, Petitions IGP over Defamation

Fear Grips Commuters as Gridlock Intensifies on Lokoja-Abuja Highway

2027: Struggle for Senatorial Seat Unsettles Kwara Central

2027: Electoral Violence a Grievous Offence, Kogi Police Warn

UNICEF, FG Inaugurate GenU 9JA Secretariat to Expand Opportunities for Youth

Middle-East crisis: How Tinubus Naira-for-Crude Policy Guarantees Supply Security in Nigeria

SUN       

Easter: NLC blames hardship on policy failures

Northern Christians lament killings during holy season

Taraba: Gov Kefas urges sacrifice and religious tolerance while felicitating Christians at Easter

Jos massacre: Attackers studied residents Mutfwang

Osimhen bags prestigious award in Turkey

Crude oil production: FG eyes 2mbpd as output hits 1.84mbpd

NRS takes over collection of mineral royalties

Electricity subsidies swell as bailouts fail to deliver stable power

CBN rallies banks, fintechs as digital payments surpass N1.07 quadrillion

MASSOB urges international intervention amid alleged persecution

Bishop Onaga links Nigerias worsening insecurity to Islamic caliphate agenda

Monarchs killing, attack on traditional institution, peace, unity in Ebonyi -Nwifuru

Neglect of pharmacy education can weaken Nigerias healthcare system, national security PSN

Oba Akiolu, Chief Imam push discipline agenda for Nigerias progress

Black Wednesday: Tears, outrage as Lagos traders killed by police are laid to rest

Lamentations as rising fuel prices push up food cost, transport fares

GUARDIAN    

2027: Atiku, Obi, Kwankwaso plot APP, NDC as fallback parties

Structure, visibility take centre stage at makeup talent show panel

Easter: NLC demands responsive governance

ADC launches global network to defend Nigerian democracy

Derecognition: Ignore court order at your peril, INEC chairman tells ADC leaders

2026 World Cup: Heavy U.S. tax burden looms over African teams

Atiku camp slams Wike, warns of ‘authoritarian drift’ under Tinubu

Tinubu commissions N73b Customs complex in Ogun to improve trade efficiency

Tinubu assures Nigerians victory over terrorism, commissions Gateway Airport

FG assures new national shipping line will become operational soon

Resident Doctors begin nationwide strike Tuesday

  LEADERSHIP

Tinubu Vows To Defeat Banditry, Terrorism At Ogun Airport Commissioning

JUST-IN: Resident Doctors Declare Nationwide Strike From Tuesday

Africa’s Oil Success Demands Unity, Not Solo Efforts, NUPRC Boss Tells Continent’s Regulators

CBN Tightens Post-recapitalisation Stress Tests as Banks Begin Compliance

Bribery, Rights Abuse Allegations Rock NDLEA Edo Command

11 Killed, Dozens Of Houses Burnt In Nasarawa Communities’ Clash

Wike’s Aide Clarifies Comment On Channels TV Anchor Seun Okinbaloye

FCT Minister Wike’s ‘Shoot Seun’ Remark Outrageous, Irresponsible — Oshoma

Ogun Customs Records 266% Export Growth

Local Awards Open Doors For Young Innovators In Anambra

Easter: Nigeria Will Break Yokes Of Corruption – EFCC Chairman

Oil Money Issues 7 Day Ultimatum To Blessing CEO For ₦20m Refund Over Cancer Claims

‘I Am Very Safe Here’, Ghanaian President Mahama Asks Military ADC To Sit Down At Religious Event

ADC Opens Foreign Outposts To Court Diaspora, International Support

ADC Crisis: Appeal Court Erred, Should’ve Ordered Accelerated Hearing Of Matter — Lawyer Oshoma

DAILY TRUST     

Atiku: Ill Back Whoever Emerges ADC Presidential Candidate

Atiku: Wike’s ‘Shoot’ Remark is a threat, not joke

Aide: Wike never planned to shoot Okinbaloye

Resident doctors declare indefinite nationwide strike

ADC to INEC: Why Are You Singing From Same Hymn Book with APC

BREAKING: Fresh killings in Plateau after Tinubus visit

APC Takes Full Control of Gombe Assembly as Lone PDP Lawmaker Defects

No Attack on Kukahs Residence, Pastoral Centre Catholic Diocese

Billions lost as fire razes market, aluminum tower in Lagos

Wikes threat to shoot journalist on live TV sparks outrage

Dont Vote for Me: Obi Uses Tinubus Words Against Him as Power Crisis Worsens

2027: Theres a plot to block Obis candidacy Obidient Movement

Senior lawyer asks IGP to investigate arrest, torture of octogenarian

11 killed, 52 houses destroyed as conflict breaks out in Nasarawa

Many trapped as three-storey building collapses in Abuja

BON Returns with 2nd edition of Broadcasting awards

Hayatu-Deen Raises Alarm Over INEC Actions, Warns of Democratic Erosion

AUTHORITY     

2027: ADC establishes special representatives network in key global capitals

APC Chairman, Yilwatda visits Plateau attack victims, donates N15m

Easter celebration: DG NOA tasks Nigerians on love, tolerance, unity

Walson-Jack urges renewed commitment to service delivery at Easter

TCN dismisses PHEDC claims, says transmission capacity now 8,700MW

Repentant Boko Haram member kills CJTF member in Borno

Troops arrest five suspected cattle rustlers, recover 31 cattle in Kebbi

Mother, 4 daughters abducted in fresh Kaduna attack

Troops foil IED attack, neutralize terrorists on MaiduguriKondugaKawuri road

BUSINESSDAY     

2027: I’ll back whoever emerges ADC presidential candidate – Atiku

Boko Haram kills four policemen in multiple attacks on Borno communities

Bleak Easter celebrations over petrol price hike, travellers lament in Anambra

Resident Doctors declare indefinite strike nationwide over pay dispute

Obi queries Tinubu over power failure

Bleak Easter celebrations over petrol price hike, travellers lament in Anambra

Gunmen strike again in Jos, kill three

NEW TELEGRAPH

Wikes Outburst Against Okinbaloye Reckless, Abuse Of Power Atiku

Easter: Obi Likens Nigerias Poor Leadership To Christs Crucifixion

Wike Never Threatened To Shoot Seun Okinbaloye Aide

Police Nab Suspected Bandit Recruit In Kwara Border Operation

Resident Doctors To Begin Strike Tuesday Over Scrapped Allowance

2027: Oyo Guber Aspirant Charges Voters On PVC Registration

Easter: Weve Collective Responsibility To Fix Nigeria LP

Easter: Kwara Police Lead Joint Show Of Force, Tighten Security

20 Women To Participate In Fully Funded AI Fellowship In Kwara

Easter: End Insecurity, Sufferings, Niger CAN Tells Govts

NASS Ticket: Group Condemns Ekiti APC Over Alleged Imposition

ADC To Establish Liaison In US, UK, France, Others

BLUEPRINT     

Burkina Faso must forget about democracy Military leader

Ogun: Tinubu commissions gateway international agro-cargo airport, airlines, others

2026 Federation Cup: Oyo FA announces date, venue for draws

Police order operatives to pay transport fare while boarding commercial vehicles

2027: Let Umahi, Matawalle, Ribadu lead your campaign, group tells Tinubu

Ethiopians, Nigerians dominate Yenagoa City International 10km race in Bayelsa

Easter: NATCOM proponent felicitates with Nigerians, preaches peace

2027: Peter Obis new political move revealed amidst ADC s uncertainty

Lagos: Firefighters contain overnight blaze in Agege, Yaba, prevent major loss

Surveillance contracts: Group writes Tinubu, Ribadu over rising tension

Police confirm 11 k!lled, 50 houses razed in Nasarawa clashes

Shettima insists on Kaduna Central Senate bid, dismisses anointed candidate claims

2027: City boy movement makes case for women, as ex- Kwara commissioner joins race for Reps seat

Proposed congress, convention: You are not the court, ADC replies INEC chair, wards off threats

Killing of Ebonyi monarch barbaric, unacceptable Nwifuru

Kaduna workers threaten protest, strike over delayed salary adjustment

                           

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