Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Saturday, 26 September 2026

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

   DAILY TRUST    

Iran proposes 7-day plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Dangotes $660m pipeline links Ethiopia, Djibouti

Produce judgment convicting Atiku, ADC campaign council dares APC

Well continue to go tough on bandits Gov Aliyu

Niger: Communities Publish Names of 547 Abducted Worshippers, counter Gov’s claim of 33

Rainbow Coalition: Join APC or leave us alone, Zamfara Gov Tells Wike

El-Rufais Ex-Ally Promises To Deliver 11 LGAs To APC

Otti: I know Obi left $155m in Anambra coffers

BREAKING: Gombe PDP picks date for fresh primary, clears Pantami, 2 others

Shehu Sani Demands Scrutiny Of Nigeria-US Mineral Deal

Protest as gunmen kill vigilantes in Plateau

Obi: Anambra debt figure doesnt reflect what I left behind

3 remanded over murder of social media commentator in Kano

Ulama Forum demands probe, compensation over Niger, Mambilla killings

EFCC: How some Persons who owned N100k as new govt officials retired with millions of dollars

Zamfara LG Chair Regains Freedom After Two Months In Captivity

2027: Those Who fought Jonathan ganging up against Tinubu-Okpebholo

Reform gains must translate to better living conditions Akume

ADC accuses Kano govt of blocking opposition billboards

Ex-Rivers ADC govship candidate, Ibraye, quits party

Police bust suspected fake alcoholic drink factory in Lagos

2027: Kaita urges Katsina voters to reject bad governance

2027: Makinde meets Hashim, agree on govt of national unity

Police rescue 7 passengers from kidnappers in Katsina

Another Nigerian shot dead in South Africa

Nigeria, US sign pact to unlock $700bn mineral wealth

FG urged to build regulatory capacity to safeguard gas revenue

PWDs dump street begging, establish welding workshop in Yobe

NDE inducts 553 artisans for third phase Renewed Hope Agenda initiative in Adamawa

Pension industry commits N241bn to infrastructure

N1.6tn private investment made into gas infrastructure

FG raises N6.69bn from September savings bond

Road sector accounts for N157trn worth of goods FG

FGs solar mini-grid powers 13,000 residents, 23 businesses in Kwara

NIMC database not breached FG

Police detain 27 suspects over alleged murder, other crimes in Bauchi

Crude supply to domestic refineries rises 17% as petrol imports fall

Motorists abandon vehicles in Borno as fuel prices surge

PUNCH     

US Supreme court allows Trump to use federal database to check voter register

Pope warns against losing humanity to AI

US must choose whether to end war Iran president

US court refuses to overturn Pentagon ban on Anthropic

 Police arrest one, track two aides over Delta directors death

Rivers Assembly orders arrest of PAMO varsity VC over N29bn scholarship fund

Court remands influencer KC Luxury, two others over cocaine trafficking

AFCON Qualifier: Debutants Ilenikhena, Usor fire Nigeria to 2-1 over Madagascar

OK movement not funded by Obi, NDC DG

Ijaw leaders decry marginalisation in Edo, seek recognition

Police begin disciplinary action against inspector over ethnic, political remarks

Trump, Xi inspect founding documents of US democracy to close summit

Nasarawa adopts FGs health plan to address climate change

Kukah bemoans waning Catholic influence in Nigeria

DisCos collect 205bn revenue as billing gap hits 83bn

UK universities urge fresh graduates to apply for welfare support

UK foreign secretary under fire over handshake with Iranian foreign minister

Delta NLC shuts secretariat over deputy directors death

PREVIEW: Super Eagles host Madagascar in 2027 AFCON qualifier

Children of ex-presidents, governors in 2027 National Assembly race

COAS urges new officers to stay combat-ready

One killed, another injured as youths clash in Jigawa

Google unveils AI tools for Nigerian businesses

Yoruba Muslim leaders warn against unauthorised chieftaincy titles

THISDAY    

Court Remands KC Luxury, Two Others Over Alleged 184.5kg Cocaine Export

APM: Tinubu Lacks Capacity, Has Abdicated Presidency to Cabal

NDC Warns State Chapters Against Collecting Money from Support Groups

FG Remains Committed to Expanding Electricity Access for Economic Prosperity of Nigerians, Says Power Minister

2026 SSCE: NECO Releases Results, 58.67% Pass English, Maths

System Failures Inevitable, Speedy Recovery Matters Most

40 Brands, GovtInstitutions Recognised at Consumers Value Awards

Flood: Sen. Ngwu Urges FG To Complete Ivo River Dam Project In Enugu

PDP Condemns Reported Attempt to Relocate Ideato Federal Constituency Collation Centre

Court Convicts Trader, Companies Over Possession, Distribution of Fake Drugs

Self-expression Takes Centre Stage as Roadblock Lands in Port Harcourt

Disinflation to Extend into September as Harvest Season Boosts Food Supply

Street Food Boom Opens New Front for Beverage Brands in Nigeria

Positive Sentiments Continued to Dominate as Stock Market Gains N622bn

VANGUARD      

  Top court grants Trump bid to use federal database to verify voter rolls

Gunmen kill four in Niger

2027 Polls: Lawyers raise alarm over threats, intimidation

Editors’ Conference 2026: After 27 years, why democracy still fails ordinary Nigerians — Onaiyekan

Police detain Enugu building owner as overhead tank collapse kills 5

Court rules out suit seeking fresh police probe into Mohbads death

AFCON: Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers results

Explainer: What Man City could lose after reported verdict on 115 charges

ICPC to challenge ACourt ruling on jurisdiction in ex-UNICAL deans case

Russia not preparing for conflict with Europe Putin

2027: Why Atiku named detained El-Rufai deputy campaign chairman Dele Momodu

Atiku: Produce conviction or stop parading allegations as verdict ADC tells Morka

Tinubu has abdicated presidency to cabal, APM alleges

DisCos generate N205.53bn revenue in July NERC

Man arrested over death of university graduate in Ogun

Obi: 2027 elections must be issue-based, credible

NDLEA 184.5kg cocaine bust: Court remands KC Luxury, two others

US joins Elon Musk fight against 120m EU fine

Obi to editors: Hold politicians accountable, insist on issue-based campaigns

Moses Simon to become fifth Super Eagles player to reach 100 caps [Full list]

Dont betray me Mourinho warns Real Madrid players

NDC warns against fees for support group registration

Police arrest Niger fugitive over alleged murder of business partner

2027: You must play according to rules, Jonathan warns politicians

English, Spanish, Italian, German football leagues call for FIFA reform

NDC warns against fees for support group registration

Scrap dealers declare nationwide strike from Oct. 1, alleging irregularities

2027: Ill ensure N-Delta feel impact of oil wealth Obi

Obi debt claim: Anambra govt presents N363m salary arrears records

Oborevwori welcomes FGs emergency rescue of Benin-Asaba Road

Bus would be better Nigerians react over car used to pick Super Eagles players from airport

2027: For me as governor, opposing Tinubu means implosion Otti

How God saved me from assassination attempt in 2015 Otti

Iraqi holy city suspends Iranian airlines, enforcing US sanctions

Protest as gunmen kill three vigilantes in Plateau community

 LEADERSHIP         

Delta Tops FAAC Allocations With N134.24bn in 2 Months, Rivers Edges Out Lagos—NBS

Tinubu Is Disconnected From Nigerians – APM

Detention: El-Rufai Paying Price For Misgovernance, Irresponsibility – Shehu Sani

Beckham Nets £39m From World Cup Ad Deals

Peller And Wife Jarvis Relocate To Canada, Announce New Chapter

Federal High Court Dismisses Suit Seeking Fresh Probe Into Mohbad’s Death

Food Trader Arrested In Benin Over Alleged Insecticide Use On Beans

Supreme Court Restores Trump Administration’s Voter Verification Database

Investors Lose N24bn As Cautious Pullback Ends 11-day Bull Run

Summit Sets $300m Investment Pipeline Target To Double Africa’s Agric GDP

Google AI Max To Help Nigerian Businesses Track Search Ads From Query To Sale

Tinubu Calls For Responsible AI Deployment Across Key Sectors

FG To Launch African Global Festival Nigeria In October

Morka’s Insults Against Atiku Cannot Answer Questions About Nigerians’ Hardship, ADC Tells APC

2027 AFCONQ: Super Eagles Fight Back To Beat Madagascar 2-1 In Uyo

It’s Either You’re In APC Or You’re Out, Zamfara Gov Tells Wike

Stakeholders Seek Long-Term Capital, Local Partnerships To Unlock Africa’s Investment Potential

2027: Wike Says Abuja Projects Will Determine Tinubu’s Votes

2027: Join APC If You Want To Support Tinubu, Zamfara Gov Tells Wike

Pantami: PDP Fixes Tuesday For Fresh Gombe Governorship Primary

My Wife And I Are Godparents To Soludo’s Children, We Are Not Fighting – Obi

Rivers: ADC, APC Disagree Over Rainbow Coalition

Online Poll: Atiku Leads Obi, Others In Race To Replace Tinubu — Pollsters

Court Remands KC Luxury, 2 Others Over 184.5kg Cocaine, Money Laundering

NAFDAC Mops Up Sachet Alcohol Below 200ml In Edo Markets

I Will Not Abuse Tinubu, He Has All My Respect— Obi

Ukraine Accuses Russia Of Systematic Deportation, Russification, Militarisation Of Children

Nigeria Earns N998.5bn From Petrol Exports in 6 Months

Jay-Z Accuser Formally Retracts Rape Allegation, Says Claims Were False

US Cities And States Mark Dolly Parton Day On September 25

‎Comedian Sabinus Cries Out Over The Increasing Rate Of Agbero In Lagos

US Moves To Back Elon Musk In Legal Fight Over €120m EU Fine

Brad Pitt Survival Drama ‘Heart Of The Beast’ Premieres In Theaters

Pope Leo XIV Warns Against Losing Humanity In Age Of AI During France Visit

Nigeria Must Keep Oil, Gas Investment Flowing Amid Energy Transition — Ekpo

Lawyer Petitions IGP Over Continued Detention Despite Court Release Order

Nigeria’s Gas Market Willing Buyer, Willing Seller Policy Takes Off In 2028

Nigeria Woos Taiwan To Establish Greenhouse Technology For Vegetable Industry

AUTHORITY   

Media, government must meet at point of truth, says Mbah

Bayelsa club beat defending champions Delta to retain Super Five Baseball Championship

2027: Wind of change blowing across Northern Nigeria Zamfara ADC guber candidate

Floods are threatening Nigerias schools: Why climate education must become a national priority

El-Rufai leads Atikus 2027 campaign from prison; Imam, Akobundu included

Tinubu woos investors in Paris as Ogun, DP World sign $7bn port, SEZ MoUs

Information abundance noguarantee of gooddecisions, NOUN professor warns

2027: PDP to conduct fresh guber primary in Gombe as court nullifies Pantamis ticket

2027: Reject Atiku over corruption allegations

 NEW TELEGRAPH

Dangotes $660M Pipeline Project, Game-Changer For Regional Trade, Energy Security Ethiopia, Djibouti Presidents

NMDPRA Sets September 2028 Target For Willing Buyer, Willing Seller Gas Market Transittion

Property Scam: EFCC Recovers N84m, Returns Funds To Businessman

Tinubu Lack Leaders, Has Surrendered To Cabal APM

FG Launches Emergency Repair Of BeninAsaba Expressway

Join APC Or Quit Rainbow Coalition, Lawal Tells Wike

Expert Seeks Robust Pipeline Network To Unlock Nigerias Gas Potentials

Obasanjo To Supporters: Im Not Disqualified By SCourt Judgment

BLUEPRINT           

Group petitions EFCC, CBN over alleged Fidelity Bank shareholding irregularities

Dangote Refinery runs above capacity as petrol imports fall 26% in August 2026

UNGA 2026: Hollywood stars, others launch protest against Israel Prime Minister Netanyahu, arrested in New York

Nigerias energy transition must reflect development realities FG

2 patients confirmed dead after receiving Ceftazidime injection at National hospital Abuja

Ododo flags off N30,000, N75,000 bursary for 20,347 Kogi students

2027: Peter Obi vows to jail anyone who rigs election if

2027 polls: Wind of change blowing across northern Nigeria Zamfara ADC candidate

Resetting Nigerias power sector: Tegbes first 100 days of diagnosis and stabilisation

                                                     

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