Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Friday, 26 June 2026

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

VANGUARD         

Trump to mark US 250th anniversary at Mount Rushmore

Venezuelans trapped alive after twin quakes kill at least 164

 TCN restores power to Benin-Egbin 330kV transmission line

Mushin blast caused by mechanical failure, not bomb CP Fatai

2027: PDP eyes 10m votes, unveils youth, women network

Missing presidential approval document delaying N36bn entitlement payment Ex-Nigeria Airways workers

FG reassures Oyo, South-West on security, promises safe return of Oriire kidnap victims

Why airlinesre not passing fuel cost increases to passengers United Nigeria Airlines

Insecurity: Liberalise gun ownership for self-defence, ex-NBA chairman urges FG

2027: PDP recovered, ready to reclaim dominance Wabara

Bayelsa police arrest man over false bandit attack report, monarchs son for attempted murder

Nigeria must be secure, stable before leading Africa, says Foreign Affairs Minister

Sowore: DSS bullish conduct, humiliation unnecessary NLC

Wike knocks David Mark over FCT roads, defends Tinubus record

FG to review N70,000 minimum wage Gbajabiamila

Three die, two injured as vehicle plunges into River in Ebonyi auto crash

FCID rescues 45 trafficking victims, uncovers counterfeit products, nabs fraud suspects

State police may suffer funding crisis, abuse by governors Ex-Police Commissioner

NECO releases 2026 BECE results, fixes July 22, 23 for re-sit examination

Terrorism Financing: CBN freezes accounts of Adamu Ciroma, four others

Arik Case: Court admits judgment validating AMCON receivership

Nigeria will witness monumental development with effective tax system Oyedele

State Police may fail without strong local governments Ubani

Federal workers to protest over wage review on Monday

Ebola outbreak worsens as death toll rises Africa CDC

I graduated from school, yet no job Jarvis slams Ycee over Olodo Uprising remark

Its not easy Mr Ibus widow appeals for financial assistance

Plumptre debunks corruption, WAFCON omission claim

State Police will face funding crisis, abuse by governors Ex-Police boss

Police arrest three over murder of ex-OGTV staff, security guard

State Police: Tinubu lacks moral authority, public trust PRP

Someone is making noise inside: 15 rescued, one dead as Lagos 3-storey mall collapses

PUNCH       

Insecurity: Kwara expresses concern over influx of unknown Okada riders

Kano gov sets up panel to probe boarding school students death

36 Speakers back state police, final test begins

Kano tops states in voter registration, records 441,845 new voters

Keyamo signs off Enugu airport for concession

Edo gov urges APC leaders, members to unite

State police not enough, Nigeria needs highway, tourist cops Ex-Osun lawmaker

LP backs state police bill, urges govs to support reform

Benue gov hails National Assembly over passage of state police bill

PICTORIAL: Flooding, erosion destroy two classroom blocks in Anambra school

BREAKING: Death toll in Lagos building collapse hits eight

FG unveils digital HR self-service platform

Farmers seek fertiliser subsidy, stronger security measures

Police arrest eight over theft, violent attack in Yobe

Nigerians at the core of foreign policy, minister explains

Court remands Anambra couple in prison for battering 10-year-old

Appeal Court adjourns ADC de-registration case till July 7

PRP opposes state police, questions Tinubus motive

South Africa vows firm response to anti-migrant violence

NECO releases 2026 BECE results

Court to rule on fresh Mohbad probe suit September 29

CBN orders banks to freeze terrorism-financing suspects accounts

Police dismiss rumour of military helicopter dropping objects in Anambra bush

FG, partners review COVID-19 gains, plan for future health threats

State police: Ex-lawmaker commends Tinubu, dismisses fears of abuse

Fake nurse caught filming newborns in Anambra clinic, rescued from mob

Police arrest four suspected kidnappers, robbers in Delta

Court orders arrest of Police officer in N300m eviction case

ICPC arraigns El-Rufai, ex-aide over N8.6bn CCTV contract fraud

Well recover all trapped in Rivers collapsed building NEMA

THISDAY    

26 Rescued, 8 Dead in Lagos

Two Kidnappers Sentenced to Death in Ekiti as Court Commends DSS Investigation

EFCC Witness Insists N4.9bn Arik Air Funds Were Diverted to NG Eagle, Admits No Money Traced to Ex-AMCON Boss

FG Seeks Reversal of Judgment Restoring Dawes Island Licence, Says Eurafric Failed to Produce Oil After 17 Years

IGP Orders Reinforcement of Security Assets in Bokkos, Deploys AIG Zone 4 in Plateau

Police Arrest Suspected Killers of Ex-OGTV Worker

NECO Releases 2026 BECE Result

Sanusi: Traditional Rulers, Religious Leaders Must Actively Discourage Division, Extremism, Hate Speech

Another Batch of Nigerian Returnees from South Africa Arrive

Bad Governance, Economic Hardship, Pushing W/AfricaBack into Coup Cycle

Drawcok Slams N100bn Legal Action against FBNQuest Merchant Bank, Three Others over Alleged Forceful Seizure of Property

NECA to Lead Conversation on Impact of Economic Reforms

Galatasaray Insist No Deal, Snub N195bn Bid for Osimhen

Wike Expresses Outrage Over Super Eagles Absencefrom World Cup

SUN     

WFP opens humanitarian air services terminal in Borno

Ex-minister urges court to dismiss EFCCs fresh bid for forfeiture of properties

Tenants to receive 20 per cent relief on N500,000 annual rent, says CITN

16 rescued as storey building collapses in Lagos

Nigeria secures over $2bn in processing investments Alake

Nigeria expands list to target ISWAP financiers, welcomes US OFAC designations

No nation can finance its development on the basis of external dependence alone, Oyedele warns

Nigeria heads Germany, Japan, Brazil, China, India, Mexico to fight climate change

Atiku accuses Tinubu administration of shifting security failures to citizens

Bandits do not deserve second chance, must be eliminated Uba Sani

Kano PRP demands urgent action over rising killings

El-Rufai faces N8.68bn corruption charge over CCTV contract

Sokoto government dismisses fears over Bello Turjis alleged arms build-up

State Police: Ndume calls for deeper Senate debate on funding, control

2027: Tinubu, Atiku, Obi, others must not underestimate Nigerians Markafi

Delayed N1trn Stabilisation Fund deepens credit crisis for manufacturers

Investment in ceramicsll drive industrialisation, $1trn GDP growth Experts

CPPE: Nigerias manufacturing sector still struggling after 26 years of democracy

NBS: Kerosene price dips as diesel, petrol costs rise

MILO recovers over 1m wrappers through Elevate Recycling Initiative

N10.45trn FAAC windfall masks deeper fiscal risks, experts warn

NLNG Train 7 hits 90% completion, generates 16,000 jobs

FG seeks Africa-wide payment card to bypass dollar

GUARDIAN    

ASF secures N10m judgment against FG over attack on journalist

NPA, police tackle extortion as AIG denies deploying officers on Lagos port roads

Police kill two suspected kidnappers, rescue victim, recover N2.2m in Ogun

Mexican, four others arrested as NDLEA uncovers meth lab in Oyo forest

Nestl coalition recovers 4,556kg of waste in nationwide clean-up drive

Brazil vs Scotland: Neymar set for first World Cup appearance

Amotekun nabs couple for burgling ex-Ondo Speakers country home

Atiku faults El-Rufais bail conditions, warns against punishment before conviction

Alleged N577m land fraud trial stalled as EFCC witness loses mother

LASEPA seals several establishments across Lagos

Bandits allegedly abduct 50 Zamfara elders on peace mission

Two Kidnappers killed as police rescue victim unharmed in Ogun

KPMG chief urges listed firms to strengthen corporate governance

FG backs cross-border African payment, seeks wider credit access

Firms AA rating signals stronger capacity amid industry reforms

$50m port expansion plan unveiled as Oyetola reaffirms countrys maritime vision

FG launches new data-driven platform to tackle high poverty rate

Airlines lose $11b to aircraft supply chain failures in 2025

Credit to manufacturers down by 23% to N6.6tr as capacity utilisation drops

 LEADERSHIP         

Economic Reforms Beginning Pay Off After 3 Years — Tinubu

Alleged Data Breach: Court Fixes July 2 For Emeka Ike’s N10bn Suit Against Wike’s Aide, INEC

Death Toll In Lagos Building Collapse Hits 8, 26 Rescued

Court Sets July 7 For ADC Deregistration Appeal Hearing

Education Ministry Summons FUTO VC Over Alleged Irregular Appointment Of 24 Aides

Nigeria Condoles Venezuela Over Devastating Twin Earthquakes

BREAKING: Oyo Government Extends Curfew In 10 LGAs Till June 27

Legal, Funding Issues Must Be Addressed For State Police To Work – Ndume

West African Leaders Push Trade Reforms, Stronger Corridors To Unlock AfCFTA Benefits

INEC Warns Against Misinformation, Seeks Stronger Voter Education

Power Supply Returns as Benin–Egbin 330kV Line Resumes Transmission

JUST-IN: Obi Files N5bn Defamation Suit Against Ex-Ally Okonkwo

Keyamo Signs Off Enugu Airport Concession After 20 Years

EFCC, CAC Join Forces Against 80% Unregistered PoS Operators

FG Hands Over Enugu Airport To Private Operator For Concession Deal

Turaki-led PDP Backs Gov Nwifuru For ‘Calling Out’ Wike

2027 Polls: INEC Moves To Prevent Candidate Nomination Errors, Trains Parties On Portal

Oil Prices Slide to Pre‑war Levels As Hormuz Traffic Resumes

Mohbad: Court Sets July 10 For Judgment On Fresh Investigation Suit

Police Arrest Ex-Security Guard, 2 Others Over Murder Of Broadcaster In Ogun

10 Rescued As 3-Storey Building Collapses In Lagos

Nigeria’s Gas, Power infrastructure map for Unveiling at NOG

FAAC Disburses N156.84bn To Lagos Local Governments In Q1 2026

CBN Freezes Accounts of 6 Terrorism Suspects, 4 BDC Operators

Dangote Cuts Petrol Price to N1,125/Litre After Global Oil Drop

NECO Releases 2026 BECE Result

‘It’s Tinubu’s Fault’ — Drama In Court As Suspect Blames Economy For His Crime

ICPC Arraigns El-Rufai, Ex-Aide, 5 Others Over Alleged N8.68bn CCTV Contract Fraud

    

DAILY TRUST     

Minimum Wage: N70,000 no longer sustainable Gbaja

Aisha Yesufu: Why I rejected NDC Reps ticket

JUST IN: PRP rejects creation of state police

Former APC chairman in Kebbi dies in bandits den

Suspects: Why we murdered Ogun Broadcaster

Seven killed in fresh bandits attack on Katsina community

Nigerian varsity cracks down on lecturers who absconded after sponsored programmes

Gov Aliyu: Drug abuse fuels 80% of security challenges in sokoto

NECO releases 2026 BECE results

Ten rescued as storey building collapses in Lagos

CBN directs banks to freeze accounts of customers linked to terrorism

Rivers govt: Collapsed Port Harcourt building exceeded plan approved

Police: Viral Katsina Video Shows Security Volunteers, Not Bandits

World Cup: Morocco win six-goal thriller to advance as South Africa reach first-ever knockout round

Ogun: Doctors Suspend Warning Strike

NEW TELEGRAPH

Democracy At Risk When Institutions Serve Individuals, NLC Warns DSS

State Police: Local Governments Must Share Security Responsibility, Says Fadahunsi

NIMASA Secures 150% Wage Increase For Nigerian Seafarers

Osun 2026: KDI Calls For Stronger Security Against Election Violence

Senate Approval Of State Police a Historic Milestone Oyintiloye

Oyedele Ties Economic Development To Effective Tax Compliance

Tinubus Plan To Create State Police Suspicious PRP

Universities Must Embrace ESG For Sustainable Development Don

FG Completes Handover Of Enugu Airport To Concessionaires, Extols Mbahs Role

Court Fixes September 29 For Suit Seeking Fresh Probe Into Mohbads Death

FG Moves Against FUTO VC, Orders Cancellation Of 24 Aide Appointments

Bayelsa Police Arrest Man Over False Bandit Invasion Report

Stakeholders Seek Stronger Collaboration, Funding For Effective Implementation Of Osun VAPP Law

BREAKING: Dangote Refinery Reduces Fuel Price To N1,125 Per Litre

 

 

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