Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Saturday, 20 June 2026

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

VANGUARD

Ex-presidents, celebrities, but no Trump, turn out for Obama Center

US says needs $80bn for Iran war, other bills

Israel, Hezbollah agree ceasefire US official

Tension in Osun as PDP LG chairmen move to reclaim councils

Tinubu extends CG Customs, Adeniyi tenure by 6 months

ADC leadership crisis deepens as court fixes July 13 for substantive hearing

Ignorance, misinformation fuel rising sickle cell cases in Nigeria

Police debunk abduction reports in Kogi

2014 Nyanya bomb blast: Court sentences 37-year old culprit to death by hanging

EFCC nabs Nigerian-American over alleged $320,000 vehicle import scam

2027: Adebutu not a threat to APC in Ogun, says youth leader

Tinubu to Wike: Youve not disappointed me

Nigeria to gain as G7 vows tougher action on smuggling networks

The new NRS headquarters: More than a building, a test of national discipline

Lagos Water Transport gets 170m EU investment boost

Insecurity: Oshiomhole advocates review of NSCDC Act

Terrorism: Bandit kingpins mum, sister bag 40-year jail terms

Court orders accelerated hearing in Wabara, Jerry Gana, others suit against INEC

By-election: Enugu govt orders movement restriction in 6 LGAs

Impunity fueling genocide claims in Nigeria UN expert

How UK probe destroyed my reputation Alison-Madueke

Security tightened at Niger airport after attack

My anti-corruption fight upset cabals in oil sector Alison-Madueke

University of Ibadan confirms abduction of female student

Insecurity: Oshiomhole advocates review of NSCDC Act

Terrorism: Bandit kingpins mum, sister bag 40-year jail terms

PETROAN urges refiners, importers to reflect downward price adjustment as crude falls

NSCDC arrests 2 for allegedly buying diesel stolen from telecom facilities

Anxiety at UI as SUG confirms abduction of 300-level law student

Retired military officers warn against ethnicising insecurity

Ekiti Poll: Police warn against unofficial results, situation room flags flashpoints

Ebola spreading fast in DR Congo, WHO warns

Ive never stopped anybody from seeing his children Yul Edochie reacts to claims

30% statutory fee discount to strengthen domestic airlines Keyamo

NIPSS Attack: Security agencies arrest suspects as Shettima visits today

SERAP raises alarm over Sowores bail revocation

Amnesty International demands reversal of Sowores bail revocation, condemns rights violation

South Africa anti-migrant hate loses team African support at World Cup

Kwara bans school graduation ceremonies amid security concerns

30% statutory fee discount to strengthen domestic airlines Keyamo

Were here for crusade: Police nab 25 illegal aliens in Lagos

Insecurity: Terrorists thrive on fake news, political propaganda Abdulsalami

Confusion in court as 2 lawyers appear for PDP in Wabara, others suit against INEC

Otti unveils aircraft named after Chinua Achebe, Obi of Onitsha

Nasarawa North Bye-Election: NDC predicts victory, rallies support for Dodo

Plateau killings: Mutfwang urges unified response to terrorism, banditry, cybercrime

Why I approved US deal despite having different view Irans supreme leader

Ebola outbreak hits 894 cases in one month

Liverpool agree deal to sign Newcastle interest Munoz from Osasuna

Ex-INEC boss Yakubu arrives Doha as Nigerias new Ambassador

Lagos records lowest building collapse rate in 20 years

Shinkafi to Matawalle: Account for Zamfara gold reserve

Police bust telecom fraud syndicate, arrest suspects over 7.7bn data scam

Tinubu commissions Abuja airport bypass vows no community will pay price of Devt

Army Chief urges graduating recruits to crush terrorists, bandits, kidnappers

Panic grips Ilorin over rumoured bandit attack

US forces lift blockade of Iran ports

FG assures Christians of action on security, welfare concerns

Messi family confirms Lionels father is battling health issue

NUGA 28th Edition: UNICAL to host 50,000 athletes from 50 universities

FGs revenue deductions putting pressure on aviation sector, United Nigeria Chairman

WELA seeks accountability for Safe Schools Initiative amid rising school abductions

We wont participate Oyo APC rejects December LG election

Afenifere warns rising insecurity threatens Nigerias democracy

APC chieftain, 8,000 supporters defect to PDP over alleged marginalisation of Egbaland

Bye Election: Ondo South cannot lower the bar Aiyedatiwa drums support for Faduyile

INEC begins distribution of sensitive materials for Nasarawa North by-election

Five things to know about blockbuster GTA games

FG launches 200bn Capital drive for proposed cooperative bank

FG expands support for indigenous airlines, international routes

FG unveils national policy for regional development

DELSUTH consultants begin indefinite strike over chairmans dismissal

NEC okays N83.2bn flood intervention, moves to strengthen regional development framework

ADC Youths petition NJC, demand justice Lifus removal

Yiaga Africa, IPC raise alarm over vote buying, journalist safety in Ekiti poll

US Supreme Court backs gun ownership by marijuana users

Niger airport attack killed 11 soldiers, two civilians Defence ministry

EFCC probes self-styled prophet accused of defrauding church members of N70.3m

US backs CNG expansion, urges Nigeria to embrace alternative energy

Ekiti 2026: INEC distributes sensitive materials

Chiwetalu Agu, Uzor Arukwe pay tribute to Alexx Ekubo

What Cucurella, Silva, Konate add to Mourinhos project at Real Madrid

Ekiti Poll: Mark, Aregbesola bash APC, predict ADC victory

2027: Lagos NDC leaders reject move to alter primary result, back Baloguns candidacy

Grand Theft Auto VI presales to begin next week

Ekiti Poll: Police vow crackdown on thuggery, vote buying as INEC deploys materials

Reps move to strengthen DSS operations through funding, training bills

Panic as fire guts Polaris Bank tower on Lagos Island

Associates of late Maj-Gen Rabe Abubakar demand stronger action on insecurity

Tears, tributes as Abia government, Nollywood bid farewell to Alex Ekubo

Golden Penny honours dealers, unveils new pasta variant

Customs arrests three over smuggled rifles, seizes N3.22bn contraband in Oyo/Osun

Two vigilantes killed as gunmen attack Plateau community

NHRC warns hate speech threatens democracy ahead of 2027 elections

Insecurity near Jos worsening, Berom youth leader warns as slain vigilantes are buried

Ghana pushes for concrete slavery reparations

Reps move to strengthen DSS operations through funding, training bills

Defence Ministry, NSA, NUJ seek stronger Media-Security partnership to tackle insecurity

Faces at the burial of Alex Ekubo in Abia State

Bayelsa resolves Twon-Brass leadership crisis, orders withdrawal of court cases

Gunfire erupts at airport in Niger capital

EFCC asked to enforce forfeiture order on disputed Abuja property

CUPP backs Reps Minority Caucus, urges Tinubu to lead or resign

LEADERSHIP

Stock Market Sheds N5.64trn In 5-day Selloff

‘You Have Not Disappointed Me,’ Tinubu Tells FCT Minister Wike

Why Taraba Government Shut Down All Mining Sites — SSG

Again, Tinubu Extends Customs Boss Adeniyi’s Tenure By 6 Months

‘UK Court Destroyed My Reputation, Integrity’, Ex-Minister Diezani Speaks After Acquittal

Federal Gov’t Disburses ₦13bn Interest-free Loans To 7,450 Tertiary Institution Workers

Investors Stake N1.8trn on Fixed Income Bills

Manchester United Eye Osimhen As Priority Striker Target For New Season

UN Envoy Raises Alarm Over Insecurity, Religious Freedom Concerns In Nigeria

Ekiti Polls: SDP Accuses INEC Of Plot To Exclude Party

NAFDAC Cracks Down On Smuggling, Seizes Vegetable Oil, N500m Soaps

Fed. Govt Mobilises $380m For Industry Drive In 90 Days

Drop Fuel Prices To Reflect Lower Oil Costs, PETROAN Urges Refiners, Importers

PUNCH

Again, Tinubu extends Customs CG Adeniyis tenure by six months

Persecution wont stop Sowores 2027 ambition, AAC rallies support

Algeria protest referees decision on Messi tackle

Tension in Osun as PDP LG chairmen move to reclaim councils

Court sentences woman to 10 years for supplying bandits arms

Insecurity not due to weak leadership, Tinubu has political will Oshiomhole

Edo senator backs crackdown on kidnappers, cultists

Police dismiss Osun monarch assassination attempt, arraign suspect

Peter Obi mourns Edo Obidient movements secretary

Police arrest eight suspected cultists, recover firearms in Kwara

IG replaces Placid as police spokesperson after three months

You have not disappointed me, Tinubu tells Wike

Family pleads for release of hearing-impaired widow kidnapped in Kwara

Court jails terrorist kingpins mother, sister for 40 years

Benue panel uncovers N139.8bn missing public funds

VIDEO: Mother decries negligence after son sustains injury in Oyo school

FG engages banks on digital revenue platform to boost transparency

Court grants Anambra native doctor accused of violating security law 50m bail

TV presenter resigns after wrongly announcing death of Lionel Messis father

NDLEA targeting drug cartels financial empires Marwa

IPOB warns members against defying Kanus authority on appointments

Ronaldo fans flood Bruno Fernandes Instagram, demand more respect, service for CR7

Ekiti election: Police deploy officers to all polling units

SDP denies withdrawing from Ekiti governorship poll

US needs $80bn for Iran war, others Official

NANS engages FUOYE VC over SUG presidents suspension

EFCC arrests Nigerian-American over N434m vehicle import fraud

US says goodbye to Air Force One as Trumps Qatari jet awaits takeoff

THISDAY

TNP: NNPCL Charges Host Communities on Vigilance Against Saboteurs

Traditionalists Petition Makinde Over Alleged Religious Discrimination in BCOS

Court Sentences Mother, Sister of Eliminated Terrorist Kingpin Battujo to 40 Years Imprisonment

Safe Schools Initiative: WELA Demands Answers Over Continued Abduction of Nigerian Children

Banditry Attack: Tinubu Directs Security Reinforcement At NIPSS, Kuru

Nigeria Embraces S-100 Data Revolution to Drive Safer Seas, Blue Economy Growth

IPCR: Electoral Violence ThreatensDemocratic Consolidation in Nigeria

NNPC, TotalEnergies Renew Deal to Accelerate Methane Emission Reduction

FG Flags 2,755 GBV Cases in 4 Months, Opens New Rehab Centre as Only 4% of Cases Lead to Prosecution

FG Releases Transition Guidelines for 2025 Tax Acts

Keyamo Reiterates FGs Support for Domestic Operators as UNA Unveils Additional Aircraft to its Fleet

NCIS London: Connecting Nigerias Policy Progress to Global Climate Capital

SUN

NNPCL, PINL, council boss condemn multiple pipeline blasts in Rivers

Abdulsalami calls for national unity against insecurity on 84th birthday

Yiaga Africa urges transparency ahead of Ekiti poll

FG publishes 560-page record of constituency projects nationwide

NDC disowns circulating candidate lists for Imo, Abia, Anambra polls

Xenophobia: FG to evacuate 742 Nigerians from South Africa

2026 World Cup: Ghana matches Super Eagles record

World Cup: Iran seeks FIFA intervention after second rejection of travel request

Soludo injects N80m into 80 startups, targets Anambras tech economy

I was nervous, says Tems after Obama center performance

Accord Party presidential candidate, Gbenga Hashim, welcomes US-Iran peace agreement

Why were spending millions to stop future bandits Gov. Mbah

GUARDIAN

NDLEA lists motor parks as drug shipments flashpoints

Enugu community protests neglect, threatens boycott of 2027 campaigns

FG issues transition guidelines for new tax regime

Customs, BAT sign pact to tackle illicit tobacco trade

FG claims $380m secured in strategic financing under industrial policy

NAICOM exits African Alliance after 18-month regulatory intervention

FG urged to fix ports, trade bottlenecks before $1b AfCFTA investment

World Cup goals record nothing but a number, says Messi

Ivory Coast secure Africas first win at 2026 World Cup

FIFA WC row deepens as 13 Federations condemn UEFA Chief

FIFA must never compromise footballs universality Sepp Blatter

Partey Denied Entry Visa to Canada, Misses Ghanas World Cup Opener

2026 World Cup: England hit by equipment theft ahead of Croatia clash

DAILY TRUST

Xenophobia: Hundreds of Nigerians stranded in South Africa

Oshiomhole: NSCDC Cant Remain Civil While Fighting Armed Criminals

Court jails Mother of slain terrorist kingpin

GOGIS present alternative plots to owners of illegally obtained lands In Gombe

Golden Penny rewards top dealers, unveils new product at 2026 sales conference

Lagos: Weve secured 170m EIB fund to accelerate electric ferry transport project

NIPSS Attack: FG pledges support for families of slain officers

Iran Foreign Ministry Counters Revolutionary Guards, Says Hormuz Remains Open

Over 100,000 Nigerians are refugees in Cameroon FG

Come home, its time to clear your name, Akande tells Diezani

Again, Iran shuts Strait of Hormuz, blames Israel-Lebanon conflict

Insecurity erodes Northern households welfare Report

Ondo by-election: Police restrict movement, deploy personnel

By-election: Police restrict movement in 7 Rivers LGAs

Tricycle ticket seller bags life jail for attempted murder

Protect Us If You Want Food Security, Farmers Tell FG

Abdulsalami: Nigeria must unite against insecurity

Gunmen kill one, injure another in Jos

IMN tackles Tinubu over insecurity, inflation

World Cup: Mexico qualify for knockout, Canada hit Qatar 6-0, Switzerland thrash Bosnia

Saudi Arabia, NEMA distribute relief materials to Yobe flood victims

ASUU Threatens Action Over Unpaid Arrears, Unimplemented Agreements in Yobe Varsity

How Sirika violated due process in awarding Nigeria Air contracts Witness

Disquiet over police enforcement of tinted glass ban in Abuja

How to check rising accommodation cost in Abuja

Petrol imports jump by 59.5% in May as NNPC, others imported 182.9m litres

NEW TELEGRAPH

Obi Donates N10m To Burnt Hospital In Enugu

Osun PDP LG Chairmen Resume Duties After Court Dismisses Tenure Elongation Suit

Oborevwori Celebrates 63rd Birthday With Thanksgiving

Bauchi Mothers Appeal For Sustained Nutrition Support

NAWOJ-CITAD Boosts AI Skills Among Nigerias Female Journalists

Otuaro To Oborevwori: Youve Raised Bar Of Governance In Delta

Alia Administration To Revive N70bn Moribund Agro-Processing Factory In Benue

We Must Play Politics Without Bitterness Senator Bob

Protesters Rally In Osun, Back Police Commissioner, Ibrahim Gotan

Court Grants Anambra Native Doctor N50m Bail, One Surety

FG, Enugu Govt Target Direct China-Enugu Cargo Flights By December Keyamo

World Cup: Chinedu Ikedieze Reacts To $30 Viewing Fee In Dallas

Kaduna Recruits 2,000 Vigilantes, Forest Guards As Kajuru Security Improves

Bauchi LGA Treats Up To 400 Malnourished Children Weekly

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