DAILY TRUST
Oil drops to $86 after Strait of Hormuz reopening
Abducted candidates: Police arrest driver as Benue Links Disowns Trip
‘Jet fuel sells between N1,960 and N2,800’, NMDPRA counters airline operators
Drowning Politician, Saraki blasts Kwara gov over Offa Robbery Case
I can fix Nigeria, says Amaechi
Jimoh Ibrahim: No Reversal of Economic Reforms Under Tinubu
Lagos: NSCDC Busts Baby Factory, Rescues 28 Victims
Nigeria to deploy 25 ambassadors after host countries approval
Lagos coastal highway: Youth group seeks lasting solution to Winhomes dispute
Kwankwasiyya to Atiku: Only Obi, Kwankwaso enjoy organic support
Tinubu to critics: Well give eyeglasses to those who cant see our achievements
Army arrests 14 suspected oil thieves in Lagos
Olisa Metuh appointed Director of Pro-Tinubu campaign
BLord granted N20m bail in impersonation dispute with VeryDarkMan
PCN Seals 598 Pharmacies, Medicine Shops in Kaduna
Gumi Curses Abductors of UNIJOS graduate
Two Killed in Explosion at Plateau filling station
Tinubu assents to 2026 budget, extends implementation of 2025 budget
Amaechi: How Jonathan, wife forced me out of PDP
Two sentenced to death for kidnapping CMDs mother in Bayelsa
Jet fuel crisis: Shelve planned shutdown, FG begs airlines
Gunmen abduct passengers in Kogi
INEC Shifts Osun Governorship Election, Adjusts Campaign Timeline
PUNCH
JUST IN: Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz route for oil tankers
Poison on the plate: How poultry antibiotics are entering Nigerian diets
1,000 abducted Nigerians: Families beg as kidnappers go silent
I was bathed with acid meant for my brother – Anambra graduate
Police reject tribal narrative in extradition of UK murder suspect
Awujale stool: Police summon nine kingmakers over bribery allegations
FCCPC denies banning airtime borrowing, blames operators for service disruptions
FG unveils hotlines, WhatsApp channel to combat school bullying
Peter Obi condemns abduction of UTME candidates in Benue
Soldiers intercept ammunition on Kaduna-Jos road, arrest seven suspects
Uzodimma appoints 16 directors for renewed hope ambassadors
Police reject tribal narrative in extradition of UK murder suspect
CBN introduces overnight rate to deepen money market
Nigerian game studio partners US varsity for AI training
Court adjourns Emefieles case till May 4 following heated legal arguments
How we arrested man who threatened to kill in Abuja schools DSS
Customs CG declares war on smugglers, seizes 93m PMS in Adamawa
JAMB to reschedule UTME candidates affected by technical disruptions
VIDEO: Lady faces 50m lawsuit after viral video on long-lasting bread
Olumo Rock revenue jumps from N3m yearly to N40m monthly Ogun gov
2027: ADC gives reasons why Tinubu should be scared
NMDPRA denies N3,300 aviation fuel price hike, says supply stable
NSCDC busts baby factory in Lagos, arrests two suspects
Ajaokutall generate $115bn GDP, 70,000 jobs if privatised Economist
FG says 25 ambassador-designates get agrment, warns against fake titles
VIDEO: Tinubus son, Olayinka, bags Masters degree from University of Surrey
Accord Party sets N15m for governorship forms ahead of 2027 polls
83,000 women benefit as Ogun registers over 3,000 affinity groups
Attacks on INEC boss could erode public confidence CSOs
Underground tank explosion kills two in Plateau
Ondo monarchs urge Tinubu to decentralise oil pipeline surveillance
Ned Nwoko dismisses fresh Paris Club refund claims
Wike urges PDP NWC to reclaim defectors, strengthen opposition role
Lebanon campaign may resume after 10-day truce, Israel warns
Army arrests 15 suspected oil thieves near Dangote Refinery
THISDAY
How Nigeria’s Digital Payment Shift Leaves Manufacturers Behind
DSS Tells Court How Suspect Behind Threats to Kill Abuja Students, Teachers Was Arrested
Emefiele: Defence Seeks Exclusion of Omoile’s Statement, Alleges Coercion, Breach of Procedure
FG Cracks Down on Fake Ambassadors, Criminalises Unauthorised Use of Diplomatic Titles
Tinubu Signs N68.32trn 2026 Appropriation Bill into Law
UBEC Returns 700,000 Out-of-School Children to Classrooms, Distributes 15m Learning Kits Nationwide
DSS Tells Court How Suspect Behind Threats to Kill Abuja Students, Teachers Was Arrested
Emefiele: Defence Seeks Exclusion of Omoiles Statement, Alleges Coercion, Breach of Procedure
Groups Reject US Lawmakers Call, Defend Matawalles Role in Insecurity Fight
FG Cracks Down on Fake Ambassadors, Criminalises Unauthorised Use of Diplomatic Titles
Journalists Demand Urgent Legislation to Address Injustice Against Abuja Indigenous Communities
Mary Onyali Tasks Youths to Balance Sports with Education
Nigeria Intensify Efforts to Deepen Monetary Cooperation, Financial Integration across Africa
Keyamo Calls for Aircraft Maintenance Hubs in Africa to Stop Capital Flight
SUN
JAMB assures fresh dates for 2026 UTME candidates affected by technical glitch
CVR: INEC announces 3.748m new registrants, resumes claims, objections
Nigeria targets $31.5 billion SDG gap with accelerated ISSB adoption
How gunmen abducted JAMB students, others in Benue: Victim narrates miraculous escape
Buratai urges stronger, deeper ECOWAS cooperation
Tinubu signs 68.32trn 2026 budget into law, extends 2025 implementation to June 30
Ekiti poll: EU dialogue targets misinformation threats
Brig-Gen Braimah was on call with twin when BHaram hit Relative
Tension in FCE Eha-Amufu over delayed fire investigation report
FG rallies stakeholders, vows stronger push for climate resilience
FG tightens security at Abuja airport, prisons over terror threat
Minister harps on collaboration for development commissions
No party has APCs internal conflict resolution mechanism Yilwatda
INEC begins display of voters register April 20 in Oyo
Nigeria set for 2026 FIBA Womens World Cup Draw
Fuel marketers deny charging airlines N3,300 for Jet A1
How Nigerias banking recapitalisation won IMF backing amid global turbulence
IMF to Nigeria: Keep debt at manageable levels
Nigeria eyes hosting African Monetary Institute as AUs single currency plan nears fruition
Nigerian airlines bleed, lose billions as bird strikes ground aircraft, disrupt flights
Only 17m people fly out of 220m population -Kuku, FAAN MD
Nigerian Airways ex-workers cry out over N36bn unpaid benefits after 20 years
Boom amid gloom: Nigerias property projected to hit $2.42trn by year-end
GUARDIAN
Weak financial practices stifle SME growth, FRC, NESLAI caution
FCCPC denies banning airtime borrowing, data advance services
Alleged Data Breach: NDPC Investigates Corporate Affairs Commission
Nigeria’s Mudasiru wins global recognition in Russia
CBN introduces overnight financing rate to deepen money market
FG’s YEIDEP disowns N500,000 grant flyer, warns public of fraud
Dangote Refinery offers dollar-denominated dividends to attract investors
LCCI, OPS express concern over rising inflation
Tinubu dares opposition, vows to stay course as zoning debate deepens
Tinubu backs direct primaries, denies imposition of candidates
CNN exposes global rape academy with over 62 million visits to a hidden online network of sexual violence and abuse
FG digitises authentication, evaluation of academic credentials
NSIB unveils new conditions of service following redeployment to Presidency
VANGUARD
Oil plunges 10% as Iran says Hormuz passage open
Trump says Iran agrees to never close Hormuz strait again
JAMB to release UTME 2026 day 1 results today
FG targets $500m import savings with new palm oil estates
Foreign airlines’ funds blocked in Nigeria hit $743.7m – IATA
AON suspends planned shutdown after Keyamo’s intervention
Iran says its enriched uranium ‘not going to be transferred’
Nigeria not a poor country, says presidency
US Catholics unsettled by Trump’s feud with pope
FG instructs ARCON to enforce 45‑day advertisement payment rule
JAMB to reschedule candidates affected by disruptions in 2026 UTME
NDPC probes alleged data breach at CAC
NSIB unveils new conditions of service, replaces APER with performance-based system
World Cup fans to pay $150 for NY stadium train ticket
No ban on airtime, data loans, FCCPC clarifies
Atiku arrogant, rude over comments on Jonathan Abati
Naira depreciates to N1,390/$ in parallel market
Israel hasnt yet finished the job against Hezbollah Netanyahu
15 migrants expelled from US arrive in DR Congo
Middle East health systems near collapse as WHO raises alarm
Only free, fair elections ll end corruption, insecurity in Nigeria Ex-AGF Agabi
INEC wraps up CVR phase II with 3.7m registrations, begins verification
Environmental violations: LAWMA nabs 65, man, 15, teenager, others, seals properties
Obi condemns abduction of UTME candidates in Benue, faults leadership
Breaking: JAMB to release UTME 2026 day 1 results today
More than 38,000 women, girls killed in Gaza war by end of 2025 UN
Ayra Starr announces release date for third studio album Starr Girl
Delta North 2027: No room for olden days politics Sen Nwoko
Saraki denies link to Offa robbery, accuses Kwara governor of political persecution
Stay away Trump rejects NATO offer to help with Hormuz
We wont accept govt policies, decisions made by Otti in Nvosi APC
Mugabes son pleads guilty to lesser charges in Johannesburg shooting case
Ijaw monarchs, elders declare INC elections null, void
Social media blackout lifted in Guinea
CBN, financial markets dealers introduce new money market benchmark
ADC crisis: Gombe, Abejide reject Abuja convention, allege forgery
FG to prosecute fake ambassadors, says title not for sale
Lagos 2027: Jandor meets GAC chairman, Olusi in strategic consultation drive
Renard sacked as Saudi Arabia coach ahead of World Cup
EPL: If Man City lose its over, says Guardiola ahead of Arsenal title showdown
Gunmen behead 30-year-old man in fresh Plateau attack
2027: Wike urges PDP to reclaim defectors, strengthen opposition
How Jonathan, wife chased me out of PDP Amaechi
Tinubu signs 2026 appropriation bill, 2025 budget extension
Airtel suspends airtime, data advances amid regulatory alignment
I took over from myself; Buhari was my partner Tinubu
Djokovic pulls out of Madrid Open
2027: Atiku can contest but should consider his age Amaechi
2027:Tinubu daresAtiku, Obi, el-Rufai, you cant scare me
VDM: Court grants businessman, Blord bail
Soldiers arrest 15 suspected oil thieves at Dangote Refinery discharge point
Viral video: AIG orders probe of misconduct against cybercrime officers
Nigerian newspapers review: [Rising costs] IMF warns of tough times for Nigerians
US singer D4vd arrested over teenage girls murder
British PM under pressure to resign over ex-envoy to US appointment
LEADERSHIP
JUST-IN: Benue Police Arrest 7 Suspects, Rescue Kidnap Victims, Clarify Abductees Not UTME Candidates
DSS Arraigns Man For Threatening To Kill Abuja Students, Teachers
Nigeria’s Reforms Have Become Reference Points – Edun
Troops Intercept Large Cache Of Ammunition, Arrest 7 Suspects On Kaduna–Jos Road
Nigeria Commits $500,000 To Strengthen West Africa’s Economic Capacity
Court To Rule May 4 On Admissibility Of Emefiele’s Co-defendant’s Statement
Nigeria Commits $500,000 To Strengthen West Africa’s Economic Capacity
NSC Reaffirms Support For Ofili, Urges Return To National Team
NMDPRA Dispels Aviation Fuel Shortage Fears, Confirms 74-day National Sufficiency
Olubadan-in-Council Members Should Remain Apolitical — Oba Ajibola
CBN, Finacial Market Dealers Announce Overnight Financing Dates
Iran Reopens Strait Of Hormuz For Oil Tankers Amid Ceasefire
Federal Government’s YEIDEP Distances Self From N500,000 Grant Advertorial, Warns Public Against Fraud
CSOs Back Amupitan, Urges Nigerians To Ignore Distractions
2027: Accord Party Pegs Governorship Forms At N15m
American Actress Christina Applegate Hospitalised As Battle With Multiple Sclerosis Increases
Ayra Starr Announces July Release For Upcoming Album Starr Girl
Keyamo Urges Airlines To Hold Fares, Avert Shutdown Amid Jet-A1 Price Surge
Return of Arinzo Stays On Top, Extends Box Office Dominance
Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner Demand $7 Million from Ray J Over Secret Sex Tape Deal
AUTHORITY
Court begins trial of man nabbed by DSS for planning to attack schools in Abuja
Breaking: Tinubu signs N68.32 trn2026 Appropriation Bill, Approves extension of 2025 budget
Nigeria-US Coalition Hits Hard at Kimberly Daniels, Describes Push Against Bello Matawalle as Externally Driven Agenda
2027: Gov. Bago deserves another term to complete his reform agenda
Troops arrest suspected terrorist, recover motorcycle in Benue
Troops arrest suspected cattle rustler in Benue
Troops intercept ammunition, explosive materials along KadunaPlateau axis
SEDC shortlists 210 startups for final stage of venture capital programme
Anambra CP reechoes IGP directive against corruption, unprofessional conduct
BUSINESSDAY
NGX expands trading window from 9 am to 4 pm
Airlines suspend planned shutdown of flight operations
Explosion kills two, injures three in Plateau
ISWAP kidnaps 12 passengers on Biu/ Damaturu road
Investors’ interest in build-to-let dying despite $2trn rental boom
Single window reform begins to cut trade bottlenecks, boost transparency – Oduwole
Brent drops over 10% after Iran declares the Strait of Hormuz ‘completely open’
Oil traders see glimmer of profit in hoarding crude at sea
Lagos pensioners received N16.9 billion in arrears in one year from state
Chinese investors begin construction of five new int’l terminals June
Israel, Lebanon agree fragile ceasefire in fighting as deeper tensions remain
Kwankwasiyya to Atiku: Only Obi, Kwankwaso enjoy organic support
Foreign interests blocking Africa’s industrial growth – Dangote
Oil gains won’t shield Nigeria, IMF warns
IMF sees Nigeria’s bank recapitalisation as timely shield against global shocks
FX volatility set to rise as Central Banks step back from currency defense – IMF
Dangote offers dollar dividends to attract investors into refinery IPO
Military deaths, economic losses, foreign warnings threaten to isolate Nigeria
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu assents to ₦68.32trn 2026 budget
Founders, creators meet in Lagos to unlock visibility strategies for career growth
Nigeria’s farms are ageing faster than its economy can afford
BLUEPRINT
Nigeria: CBN, FMDA adopt NOFR in money market operations
Middle East tensions: Iran seeking permanent end to wars, not temporary ceasefire DeputyForeign Minister
Nigeria rules out IMF bailout as reforms gain ground
NDLEA secures 974 convictions in 3 months, 11 drug kingpins get 254 years
ADC crisis worsens as Nafiu, Abejide say our suspension laughable
2027: North-west APC vows to deliver highest votes for Tinubu, party
Anchor Borrowers: Reps probe firms over insurance cover for N1.12trn funding
Army foils major oil theft ring near Dangote refinery, arrests 14
Killing of Army Generals: Group urges FG to establish parallel asymmetric armed forces
Opposition status earned through electoral victories, not by emergency coalition Wike
Nigerias role in deepening West African democracy
2027: Bolarinwa declares for Kwara governorship, pledges to lead state to next phase of development
Minister seeks increased funding to lift 100mNigeriansout of poverty
Happening now: Global oil price plunges amidst reopened Strait of Hormuz
Breaking: Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz for oil tankers
Intensify prayers for Nigerias peace, prosperity, Buni urges imams
Court fixes April 23, for EFCC, ex-power minister to adopt final address in alleged fraud case
2026 UTME: Candidates affected by system glitches will retake exams at rescheduled date JAMB
Bravery: Kidnapped Edo operative disarms abductors, recovers AK-47 rifle
Why university students behave differently away from home
Breaking: Tinubu signs 2026 appropriation, 2025 budget extension bills into law
Why Im gifting N20, 000 monthly to police, military trust funds
Dangote moves to sell 10% stake in $20bn refinery
