{"id":31472,"date":"2025-06-04T05:29:05","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T05:29:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=31472"},"modified":"2025-06-04T05:29:05","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T05:29:05","slug":"nigerian-newspapers-headlines-wednesday-4-june-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=31472","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Wednesday, 4 June 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>PUNCH<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Gunmen kill female pharmacist, one other in Kwara<\/p>\n<p>Troops kill bandit, rescue kidnap victim in Plateau forest operation<\/p>\n<p>Police arrest robbery suspect, recover firearm in Enugu<\/p>\n<p>EFCC arrests fake journalist for alleged extortion, others<\/p>\n<div id=\"aswift_2_host\">\n<p>FG battles Boko Haram resurgence in N\u2019East \u2013 Minister<\/p>\n<p>Rivers administrator appoints 11 new perm secs<\/p>\n<p>VP assault: Ondo parent petitions IG, demands action against officers<\/p>\n<p>Defamation: Judiciary workers\u2019 strike stalls Natasha\u2019s arraignment<\/p>\n<p>Flood alert: NEMA deploys teams in 15 high-risk states<\/p>\n<p>APC kicks as LP alleges plan to weaken opposition<\/p>\n<p>Obasanjo floats institute to address Africa\u2019s leadership challenges<\/p>\n<p>Customers to pay banks USSD fees through airtime \u2013 NCC<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Police arrest 23 teenage suspects for robbery, harassment<\/p>\n<p>Lawyer paid us N40,000 each to pose as sureties, defendants tell EFCC<\/p>\n<p>Police recover stolen vehicle, seize drugs in Niger raids<\/p>\n<p>Presidency counters factional Afenifere&#8217;s claims, lists Tinubus reform gains<\/p>\n<p>I dont know any other title in Yorubaland superior to Alaafin &#8211; Oluwo<\/p>\n<p>Adeleke urges S&#8217;West to embrace renewable energy<\/p>\n<p>Dont wait for white-collar jobs, NYSC advises corps members<\/p>\n<p>Tinubu orders repair of Niger bridge damaged by floods<\/p>\n<p>Tony Elumelu expands UBA ownership, buys N43.91bn shares<\/p>\n<p>Katsina declares seven-day Sallah holiday for schools<\/p>\n<p><strong>THISDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>FG Reduces Local Borrowing as Credit to Government Drops to 12-Month Low of N23.55trn<\/p>\n<p>NGX Debt, Equities, ETF CapitalisationCross N120trn Amid Surge in Foreign Investment<\/p>\n<p>NCS Grounds over 60 Private Jets for Alleged Failure to Pay Import Duty<\/p>\n<p>Ex-EFCC Chair, Abdulrasheed Bawa, Exposes Fuel Subsidy Scam in New Book<\/p>\n<p>Robert Clarke Advises FG to Create Independent Body to Manage LG Funds<\/p>\n<p>Judicial Workers Call Off Indefinite Strike over New Salary<\/p>\n<p>Utomi Shadow Cabinet Demands Urgent Reforms to Rescue Nigerias Democracy<\/p>\n<p>Delta State: Land-grabbing Crippling Agriculture in Our Community, Protesters Cry Out<\/p>\n<p>Denmark, AAPW, Seek Ways to Mitigate Climate Change Impacts, Develop Blue\/Green Economy<\/p>\n<p>Court Orders Immigration Alert, Asset Verification in Forgery Trial<\/p>\n<p>Presidency to Afenifere: Your Assessment of Tinubu Deceitful, Jaundiced, Bereft of Facts<\/p>\n<p>Your Criticism of Tinubu Due to Missed Appointments, Shehu Sani Hits Opposition<\/p>\n<p>Amaechi to Wike: I Dont Respond to Children, You Were My Employee<\/p>\n<p>Overbilling: Enugu Electricity Regulatory Commission Orders MainPower to Refund over 20,000 Customers<\/p>\n<p>Why Ogun Has Nigerias Lowest Food Inflation Rate<\/p>\n<p>FG Dismisses Claims Linking Mokwa Flood to Dam Failure<\/p>\n<p><strong>SUN\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>APC rules out automatic tickets for all NASS members<\/p>\n<p>2027: Well dislodge APC in Kaduna PDP chair<\/p>\n<p>Reciprocate Tinubus love for the North, support his second term project, Barau begs North<\/p>\n<p>Former PDP Chairman assumes office as North Central PDP Zonal Secretary, pledges rebranding of party image<\/p>\n<p>FERMA: Why we are probing 5% user charge remittances- Reps<\/p>\n<p>APC rules out automatic tickets for all NASS members<\/p>\n<p>Osimhen may debut for Al Hilal against Real Madrid<\/p>\n<div id=\"thesuntoday\">\n<p>Wage Bill: JUSUN suspends strike for one month<\/p>\n<p>NCC issues new directive on USSD charges<\/p>\n<p>COAS Oloyede relocates to Benue, meets with Gov Alia<\/p>\n<p>Army dismisses allegations against former Operation Safe Haven commander by soldier on AWOL<\/p>\n<p>Reps uncover N250bn unexplained expenditure in 2020\/2021 OAuGFs report<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>GUARDIAN\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Call-up reform splits port users as digital crackdown hits extortion rings<\/p>\n<p>Lecturers, 28 students of IMT Enugu face sanctions for \u2018sorting\u2019<\/p>\n<p>Denmark, AAPW seek ways to mitigate climate change impacts on N\u2019Delta communities<\/p>\n<p>ICAN commits to tackling corruption, enhance transparency in Nigeria<\/p>\n<p>Okorocha dismisses defection rumour, reaffirms support for APC<\/p>\n<p>Lets work together to rebuild hope for Nigerians, Labour Party tells opposition<\/p>\n<p>Rights group demands military assurance amid rumoured airstrikes in SEast<\/p>\n<p>Navy praised for maritime security achievements at anniversary event<\/p>\n<p>Police arrest dismissed soldier for fraud, impersonation in Niger<\/p>\n<p>Lagos govt vows tough penalties for environmental offenders<\/p>\n<p>Customs seize contraband items worth N1.28 billion in Lagos, Ogun, Oyo<\/p>\n<p>HURIWA blames Niger govt for over 200 deaths in flash floods<\/p>\n<p>Judicial staff suspend strike, to resume work Wednesday<\/p>\n<p>Army chief relocates to Benue as killings escalate<\/p>\n<p>You were once running mate to a fugitive, Wikes aide slams Abati<\/p>\n<p>Three FUOYE lecturers win N423m research grants for varsity<\/p>\n<p><strong>VANGUARD<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>We hired based on merit, not favouritism \u2013 FIRS<\/p>\n<p>Killer herders\u2019 creating community of widows, Benue women cry out<\/p>\n<p>USSD Charges: Telcos threaten to withdraw services over banks\u2019 misinformation<\/p>\n<p>Presidency to Afenifere: Tinubu\u2019s economic reforms painful but necessary<\/p>\n<p>Naira rises to N1,620\/$ in parallel market<\/p>\n<p>Your treatment of traditional institutions dictatorial, youth group tells Soludo<\/p>\n<p>DSS, military eliminate 45 bandits loyal to Dogo Gide in Niger State<\/p>\n<p>Niger flood: 1,249 communities in 30 states, FCT at risk \u2014 FG<\/p>\n<p>USSD Charges: Telcos threaten to withdraw services over banks\u2019 misinformation<\/p>\n<p>Tinubu awards national honour to Bill Gates for fighting poverty in Africa<\/p>\n<p>Meta shareholders reject bid to add bitcoin to company treasury<\/p>\n<p>Banks\u2019 deposits with CBN soar 1,578% to N53.5trn<\/p>\n<p>Stock market gains N259bn on increased buying interest<\/p>\n<p>FG\u2019s gas-powered vehicle scheme runs into major hitch nationwide<\/p>\n<p>Pilgrims performing Hajj without permit liable to 100,000 riyalsfine, 10-year ban Envoy<\/p>\n<p><strong>DAILY TIMES<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Elon Musk launches XChat to challenge WhatsApp, Telegram globally<\/p>\n<p>2027: CP- PDP counsels party to prioritize merit, expresses confident in Fintiri, Diris Cttee<\/p>\n<p>Wike meets Kpaduma, Guzape Chiefs, promises fair compensation for evacuees<\/p>\n<p>Anambra: Two Arrested for Attacking Security Operatives, Burning Army Vehicle<\/p>\n<p>DHQ dismisses Soldier on AWOL tantrum on Theatre Commander, Abubakar<\/p>\n<p>Digital skills, Nigerias next export product under Tinubus leadership Minister<\/p>\n<p>Obi visits Niger flood scene condoles victims<\/p>\n<p>Makinde Urged to Caution Omotoso, Housing Boss Over Land Grabbing<\/p>\n<p>Effects of attacks on farmer could be catastrophic than hunger crisis Expert warns FG<\/p>\n<p>Digitalisation key to Nigerias economic transformation- Experts<\/p>\n<p><strong>NATION\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Shettima, Adesina, others to discuss issues affecting civil service leadership<\/p>\n<p>Nigeria, UNICEF partner to train 20m youths in digital skills by 2030<\/p>\n<p>Tinubu directs repair of collapsed Mokwa Bridge<\/p>\n<p>Prompt tax payment recipe for revenue collectors, embarrassment<\/p>\n<p>Presidency challenges opposition to present alternatives, not just criticisms<\/p>\n<p>FG threatens to prosecute parents, guardian aiding exam malpractices<\/p>\n<p>ICAN will prioritise youth inclusion, global recognition, says president<\/p>\n<p>Emulate Sultan of Sokoto, Shehu of Bornus cordial relationship, Olowu tells Alaafin, Ooni<\/p>\n<p>Nasarawa Assembly demands justice for DPO killed in Kano<\/p>\n<p>Tinubus reforms yielded 3.42 trillion trade surplus in 2024, says Reps deputy speaker<\/p>\n<p><strong>DAILY TRUST<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>5 illegal miners arrested in Ondo<\/p>\n<p>Man in court for allegedly posting girlfriend\u2019s nude photo<\/p>\n<p>New ICAN president vows to pursue policy advocacy<\/p>\n<p>Police detain dismissed soldier for alleged impersonation, fraud<\/p>\n<p>Recapitalisation: 3,600 Bureau De Change operators risk deregistration<\/p>\n<p>Nigerian pilgrims get umbrellas, water bottles as S\/Arabia raises heat alarm<\/p>\n<p>Presidency hits rebellious Afenifere over criticism of Tinubu<\/p>\n<p>How Ondo Monarch was Molested During Road Flag-off By Governor<\/p>\n<p>PDP deputy govship candidate defects to APC in Ogun<\/p>\n<p>Make governors implement LG autonomy, Showunmi tells Tinubu<\/p>\n<p><strong>BUSINESSDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Two years on: Armed violence claims over 10,000 lives &#8211; Report<\/p>\n<p>We will end malaria in Nigeria in next 20 years- Bill Gates<\/p>\n<p>MMA2 emphases zero tolerance for unruly passengers<\/p>\n<p>Judiciary workers suspend strike, set to resume work Wednesday<\/p>\n<p>Nigerian banks ordered to stop charging USSD fees from customer accounts<\/p>\n<p>Airfares still expensive two years after cleared trapped funds<\/p>\n<p>Tinubu\u2019s two years: Food insecurity persists as prices ease<\/p>\n<p>Nigeria\u2019s fiscal math doesn\u2019t add up as deficit numbers conflict<\/p>\n<p>Moniepoint closer to Kenya entry with 78% stake in Sumac<\/p>\n<p>Nigeria is world\u2019s most dangerous country to give birth says BBC<\/p>\n<p><strong>NEW TELEGRAPH<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Propose Alternative To Tinubus Reforms, Presidency Challenges Opposition<\/p>\n<p>Participation Of State-Owned Companies Key To Inclusive Growth FG<\/p>\n<p>Mercy Johnson Is Down With Sickness Angela Okorie Alleges<\/p>\n<p>Go Into Business, NYSC Tells Passing-Out Rivers Corps Members<\/p>\n<p>Peak Milk Champions Campaign On Quality Nutrition<\/p>\n<p>Cultism: Ijaw Agitator Accepts Okpebholos Amnesty Offer<\/p>\n<p>Judicial Workers Suspend Strike, Resumes Wednesday<\/p>\n<p><strong>BLUEPRINT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>WAEC debunks cancellation of English Language exam<\/p>\n<p>Sardauna Koro lauds FCT CP on professionalism, pledges youth support<\/p>\n<p>Were treated poorly despite our contributions, resident doctors lament<\/p>\n<p>Alaafins stool transcends entire Yorubaland Olugbon<\/p>\n<p>2025 Hajj: Nigerian envoy wants Pilgrims to be exemplary ambassadors<\/p>\n<p>BDC operators at crossroads as recapitalisation deadline expires<\/p>\n<p>Osun: Amotekun arrest suspected kidnappers, robbers, others<\/p>\n<p>NYSC DG congratulates Batch B corps members for passing out<\/p>\n<p>Ondo repositioning healthcare, moving against counterfeit drugs Aiyedatiwa<\/p>\n<p>Northern elders condole with Niger flood victims<\/p>\n<p>Federal workers task FG on full implementation of new minimum wage<\/p>\n<p>Shehu Sani fires back at El-Rufai, Amaechi over insecurity, hardship claims<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PUNCH Gunmen kill female pharmacist, one other in Kwara Troops kill bandit, rescue kidnap victim in Plateau forest operation Police arrest robbery suspect, recover firearm in Enugu EFCC arrests fake journalist for alleged extortion, others FG battles Boko Haram resurgence in 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