Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Thursday, 7 May 2026

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

DAILY TRUST     

CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87

Crude prices slide below $100 as US halts Hormuz escort plan

Amupitan: Insecurity threatens free, fair elections

THE NUMBERS: How billions pumped into refineries since Abacha era went down the drain

BoT Chair suspended as ACF crisis deepens

Court orders forfeiture of properties linked to Sylva

Aisha Yesufu dumps ADC, joins senatorial race

Akpabio, Oshiomhole clash over new leadership rules at senate

Finance minister: Nigeria will not return to fuel subsidy

DailyForex Pro: Why Free Signals Are Failing Nigerian Traders on Gold and Oil

Senate minority whip dumps ADC for NDC

Dino Melaye: Peter Obi Used To Ticket Without Primaries

THE NUMBERS: How billions pumped into refineries since Abacha era went down the drain

2027: Lets work together, Gombe APC Consensus Candidate tells Pantami, others

Wike to pastor: Jabi Lake takeover stands even if God comes down

APC crisis: Gombe Consensus arrangement cant stand Pantami

You cant punish broadcasters for expressing opinions, court tells NBC

BREAKING: Honorary degree holders barred from using Dr title

BREAKING: Nigerian students move to picket South African businesses over Xenophobia

Family of 5 killed in Plateau attack

Borno rep sheds tears, begs constituents to endorse 5th term bid

Gunmen open fire on herders, kill six cattle in Plateau community

Nigerian Young creatives in the digital economy: Assessing a National Dialogue outcomes

Weak economy pushing youths into banditry IPCR

Troops neutralise more terrorists, recover weapons in Zamfara

Senate amends standing rules on election of presiding, principal officers

9 in 10 states run democracy with weak institutions Report

Appoint 80% career ambassadors, ex-foreign affairs minister urges Tinubu

APC chair warns against derailment of northern economic agenda

NDC resolves Kano leadership dispute, reaffirms Mai Riga as chairman

Senator Marafas associate emerges as NDC chair in Zamfara

ADC reschedules primaries, reduces cost of nomination form

ACF Crisis: Police seal Forums headquarters ahead NEC meeting

Bandits kill 24 in Katsina

Gombe APC senatorial aspirant seeks Incumbents backing

Adalebu declares for governor, rejects consensus

Police seal ACF headquarters

ADC loses more senate, Reps seats, reviews cost of forms

Why Bala Mohammed chose APM

Benue APC crisis worsens as dep gov disowns peace communique

Tinubus supporters endorse Shekarau for Senate

INEC to resume voter registration, May 11

ADA distances self from Ardos views on NDC registration

PUNCH     

CNN founder, Ted Turner, dies at 87

US lawmaker urges Trump to take ‘forceful action’ over Plateau attack

Customs recruitment: How to update profile before May 10 deadline

Suspected Ondo kidnapper nabbed after victim pushed from moving vehicle

School closures threaten national stability, FG warns

Hantavirus scare triggers fresh COVID-style measures

Court frees man after 10 years in custody without conviction

Amupitan’s security concern: Opposition kicks against troop deployment for 2027 elections

Domestic refiners dump $3.13bn crude over pricing disputes

I got N500,000 to bathe spa worker with acid — Suspect

VIDEO: Obi is looking for where food is ready Wike

Nigeria not ready for industrial boom Report

Empowerment scheme: Sanwo-Olus aide, others knock Lagos Rep for favouring Southeast over Yorubas

NDLEA arrests 29 suspects, seizes 10,359kg of drugs in Edo

FG hands over construction of N545bn Carter Bridge project to CCECC

Court orders interim forfeiture of properties linked to Sylva

Police uncover N713.9m bank fraud syndicate, arrest two

Customs unveil official recruitment process for candidates

Court jails Gombe magistrate two years, six months for bribery

Tinubu committed to fixing Nigerias problems, says Shettima

Enugu begins enforcing N500,000 fine on one-way traffic violators

Osun community imposes curfew over monarchs health

2027 Primaries: APC waives screening for Tinubu

itel Energy Showcases Smart Solar Solutions for Nigerians Battling Rising Energy Costs

Makinde-backed PDP slams Wike over controversial media remarks

Police arrest four-man robbery syndicate over N4.6m fraud in Rivers

JUST IN: Aisha Yesufu dumps ADC for NDC, declares for FCT senatorial seat

FG bans honorary-degree Dr prefix,

Akpabio, Oshiomhole clash in senate, other top stories

Abuja commercial tricycle riders decry ticket fee hike, fuel price

Enforce gas station siting safety rules, Reps charge agencies

Police arrest kidnapper, rescue victim in Ondo

Police repatriate Chinese fugitive over $245m fraud

APC aspirants call for more women, youth participation in politics

VIDEO: UI students protest over NASU, SSANU strike

NDLEA uncovers secret drug caves, tunnels in Kano

New White House ballroom to cost under $400m Trump

Dangote reverses petrol price from N1,350 to N1,275

THISDAY    

Ted Turner, Founder of CNN, Dies at 87

FG Plans $500m Annual Research Fund to Boost Economy, Innovation

Airtime Lending Dispute Escalates as Court Threatens FCCPC Boss with Contempt Sanctions

Shettima: Mining Sector, In Two and A half Years, Attracted $2.6bn in FDI

UK Hits Russian War Machine, Exposes Trafficking of Nigerians in Fresh Sanctions Blitz

Agbakoba: Nigeria Losing Up to N20trn Annually to Revenue Leakages

Ikeja Constituency Race Heats Up As Olufunke Hassan Files Reps Nomination in Abuja

Senate Minority Whip, Nwoye, Dumps ADC, Joins NDC

Court Orders Temporary Forfeiture of 9 Properties Linked to Sylva

FG Moves to Entrench AI in Governance, Launches Civil Service Reform Drive on Ethical Digital Transformation

Gunmen Attack Mourners at Burial in Plateau

Three Years After Displacement, Afero Farmers Seek Resolution to Lingering Land Dispute

Akpabio, Oshiomhole Clash Over Amended Rules in Senate Chamber

Fuel Price in Nigeria Faces Upward Pressure as Global Crude Oil Prices Soar

Boulos, SCOA Threaten Lawsuit over Viral Coastal Road Fraud Allegations

Nigeria Convenes African Leaders on Climate-Conflict Nexus, Pushes Peace-Centred Adaptation Strategy

SWIS Africa Launches Initiative to Boost Womens Participation in STEM

IGP Orders Comprehensive Audit of Arms, Ammunition Across Police Formations to Curtail Weapons Proliferation

2027: APC Makes N4.45bn from Form Sales

Tinubu May Appoint Yari Campaign DG

Boko Haram Attacks Force Fresh Chibok Displacement, KADA Seeks FGs Mediation

PDP Decries Growing Insecurity in Katsina

Senators Amend Rules, Bar Lawmaker Not in 10th Senate from Seeking Presiding Office

2027 Realignment Ongoing as 3 Senators, 18 Reps Quit ADC, NNPP for NDC, APC, LP

Bagudu Reaffirms Tinubus Commitment to Inclusive, Innovative Development

IPOB Tackles Akpabio over Alleged Threat to Crush Biafra Agitation withFGsMight

Dangote, Others Get Less Than 50% Crude Allocation as Pricing Disputes Stall Deliveries

Nigeria, Ghana Close Ranks Against Drug Cartels, Sign Landmark Anti-Trafficking Pact

World Bank Selects Abia for $700m Water Project

Shettima: FG Will Interface More with Stakeholders to Deepen Humanitarian Responses

Discos Bill N242bn, Recover 81%, as February Revenue Dips to N196.7bn

Finance Minister Meets Local Contractors, Commits to Meeting Outstanding Obligations

Reps, Senate Panel Head to South Africa as NASS Moves to Confront Xenophobic Attacks

SUN       

No preferential treatment for political party, candidates, IGP assures

Enugu police arrest impersonator, cultist, recover firearms

Threat to broadcasters: SERAP, NGE secure courts restraining order against NBC

FG bans Dr title for honorary degree holders, warns of fraud

Nigeria sends delegation to South Africa over xenophobic attacks

Oyedele rules out return of fuel subsidy amid economic pressure

ADC crisis: If Atiku steps down, Peter Obi will return Uzokwe

NDC reconstitutes Anambra chapter

INEC fixes May 11 for resumption of nationwide CRV

Insecurity: 2027 elections wont hold in key Northern areas Sheikh Gumi

ACF headquarters sealed ahead of NEC meeting, forum protests

Zenith Bank Founder, Jim Ovia, retires as Bello takes over Board Chair

Plans to achieve $1trn economy in 5yrs finalised Bagudu

Bank recapitalisation grows Nigerias stock market value to N56trn, dollar returns hit 63%

 GUARDIAN    

Companies decry NPA’s charges, pay $111.9m on daily anchorage

CSOs seek extension of election timelines as insecurity, credibility concerns linger

85% PHCs in distress, without doctors despite N55.4b budget in 4yrs

‘Business confidence rises slightly in April amid fragile recovery’
Lagos to begin paid on-street parking to tackle gridlock

el-Rufai secures court order on medical access, seeks variation of bail conditions

Police transfer over 1,300 Delta officers after outrage over alleged killing
Obaseki emerges visiting researcher at Boston University

PDP: Wike challenges Makinde’s faction to open party account, secretariat
Mark assures ADC will be on ballot as court hears Nafiu-Bala’s suit Friday

Iran demands FIFA guarantees before 2026 World Cup on US soil

Nigeria, nine others account for 69% of global hepatitis B deaths

Tinubu upset by infighting among Southern APC chieftains

Nigeria most spammed in Africa, 51% of unknown calls flagged

Power play in Senate as Akpabio, Oshiomhole clash over 2027 intrigues

VANGUARD      

Trump says Iran deal very possible, but threatens strikes if not

Police nab Bayelsa sender of gun that led to Oghenemine’s killing by Delta officer

Hardship: Insecurity, poverty, pushing Nigerians to brink, NLC warns

Naira rises to N1,380/$ in parallel market

Xenophobic attacks: NANS threatens protest against S’African firms in Nigeria

Police nab Bayelsa sender of gun that led to Oghenemine’s killing by Delta officer

Court okays El-Rufai’s dental, eye treatment in Abuja under ICPC supervision

WHO says hantavirus case was not caught on ship

‘They deceived us; but I made money’ — Women trafficked to Ivory Coast for prostitution

Despite NPA warning, trucks litter Apapa roads as congestion persists

APC waives Tinubu screening, mocks oppositions divisions ahead of 2027

People do not eat GDP, ADC tells FG

Court restrains NBC from threatening broadcasters

PDP: Makinde bloc defies Wike, insists primaries, convention will go ahead

South Africa is not xenophobic Ramaphosa tells African countries

Aisha Yesufu dumps ADC, joins NDC, declares FCT senatorial bid

Many feared killed as gunmen attack mourners at mass burial in Plateau

Nigerians react after CCTV cameras installed on fuel truck to monitor driver [Video]

Dangote Refinery says ex-depot price remains unchanged

Reps fault NCC over weak oversight, demand urgent fix to telecom service

Obi left ADC because he couldnt take on Atiku Dele Momodu

Court orders temporary forfeiture of nine properties linked to Timipre Sylva

Telecom subscriptions hit 179.6m as internet users rise to 148.2m in Q4 2025

Nigeria police extradite Chinese suspect in $245 million fraud case

34 die in Sokoto meningitis outbreak Commissioner

Fiscal Policy Reform: Agbakoba calls for constitution amendment of section 162(1)

I wont stop performing even if I work for govt Davido

NDLEA uncovers underground drug caves, hideouts in Kano

Nigerian-born French Olympic gold medalist pledges support for Nigeria rugby

Reps call for regulation of gas outlets after Apapa explosion

10 strongest passports in Africa as Nigerian passport climbs up in global ranking

Leadership: Well use every legal means to get INEC to comply NNPP

FG bans Dr prefix for honorary degree holders

Drama in senate as Oshiomhole, Akpabio clash over amended rules

Land use conflicts threaten stability, planning critical Bagudu

What if Michael Jackson wasnt born’ Korede Bello urges more births

Im not moved by emotions Wike rejects Abuja pastors plea over Jabi Lake

ADU Womens Wing to support vulnerable young women

Court stops NBC from punishing broadcasters for expressing opinions

Sycamores N3bn commercial paper oversubscribed by 230%, closes at N6.89bn

Oil prices fall over 5% on Middle East peace hopes

 LEADERSHIP         

Again, Gunmen Kill 3 Herders, Injure 5 In Plateau

ACF Crisis Escalates As Forum Suspends BoT Chair Dalhatu

Dangote Eyes 20,000MW Power Plant As Refinery Holds Petrol Price At N1,275/Litre

Kano Emirship: Acknowledging Emir Sanusi II At State Functions Mere Courtesy, Not Endorsement — Ganduje

Iran Reviews U.S. Proposal To End Gulf War

Gulf’s Fragile Trade Lifeline Hangs On UAE’s Eastern Ports

France Moves Aircraft Carrier To Red Sea With Eyes On Hormuz Mission

Iran Wants To Make Deal, Says Trump

Nigeria’s Mining Sector Attracted $2.6bn FDI In 30 Months- Shettima

UK Exposes Russia’s Network Trafficking Nigerians To Fight In Ukraine

Police Bust N713.9m Bank Fraud Syndicate, Arrest 2 Suspects

Tinubu’s Reforms Creating Stronger, More Viable States— Shettima

FG Commends WAHO, ECOWAS Over Regional Health Security Efforts

Stocks Bounce Back With N629bn Gain On Fresh Buying Interest

FG Pushes AI-driven Reforms In Public Service

Nigeria Customs Reinforces Anti-Money Laundering Compliance

Labour Demands Strict Enforcement Of Industrial Policy

BREAKING: ACF Crisis Depeens As NEC Suspends BoT Chair Dalhatu, Orders Forensic Audit

No Justification For Me To Leave ADC – Ihedioha

VP Shettima Urges Nasarawa Policy Continuity, Endorses Senator Wadada

Nigeria Customs Begins Next Phase Of 2025 Recruitment Exercise

Makinde-Backed PDP Dismisses Wike’s Media Chat, Says Minister Can’t Be Party’s National Leader

2027: Aisha Yesufu Dumps ADC For NDC, Declares Interest In FCT Senate Seat

Davido Sparks Reactions After Throwing Cash At Crowd In Osun State

Dangote Retains Petrol Gantry Price To N1,275 Per Litre

Minority Whip Nwoye Dumps ADC for NDC over Party Crisis

FCCPC, NAFDAC Seal Partnership To Strengthen Consumer Protection, Market Regulation

 

AUTHORITY       

Nigerias mining sector attracted $2.6bn in 30 months Shettima

NEYGA slams SERAP for calling court judgement awarding N100m to two defamed DSS operatives a travesty

FG Unveils Revised Gender Policy to Drive Inclusive Agrifood Growth

APC nomination form sales surge in Abuja, as Yilwatda rules out extending deadline

NEYGA slams SERAP for calling court judgement awarding N100m to two defamed DSS operatives a travesty

Rowdy senate plenary as Akpabio, Oshiomhole clash over point of order

TCN to AEDC: You lied on claim of transmission fault on Lokoja axis

RTEAN Southwest leader, Agbede, urges members to remain calm as leadership rift deepens

BUSINESSDAY     

Nigeria Eurobonds rally as yields sink below 8% in historic first

Dangote unveils ambitious plan for 20,000MW power project

Ecuador’s $8.4bn shrimp success holds diversification lessons for Nigeria

Banks to pass tax compliance costs onto customers

Naira strengthens as FX turnover jumps 59.2%

Plateau mass burial turns tragic as gunmen kill mourners in fresh attack

Nigeria’s debt binge prices businesses out of credit

Makinde-led PDP defies Wike, insists on its primaries and convention

Senate pushes assertive foreign policy, confirms Enikanolaiye as Minister

ADC to FG: Nigerians can’t eat GDP figures

Tinubu rebuilding economic pillars states can depend on – Shettima

Nigeria’s youth drug abuse crisis and the awakening of a Zombie Apocalypse

23 Nigerian stocks shatter triple digit return ceiling

‘We want rewards for cost discipline in Nigeria, not handouts’- ExxonMobil Nigeria’s chief

Ted Turner, CNN founder and media pioneer of 24 hours news, 1938–2026

WWII: Russia warns against ‘history distortion’ ahead of 81st Victory Day Anniversary

BLUEPRINT             

2026 World Cup: US denies top Senegalese FA officials visa

Senate confirms Enikanolaiye, Tegbe as ministers

El-Rufai secures court approval for medical access as bail review continues

Shaibu hosts Bamigboye, Adeboye at NIS

2027: Aisha Yesufu dumps ADC for NDC, declares for FCT senate race

ADC still strong ahead 2027 election, Atsar urges constituency to remain calm

Prince Dapo Abiodun Is Ready to Pass the Baton to Sen Solomon Olamilekan Adeola

Breaking: APC waves presidential screening requirements for Tinubu

 

                                                    

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