{"id":32092,"date":"2025-11-17T05:35:05","date_gmt":"2025-11-17T05:35:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32092"},"modified":"2025-11-17T05:35:05","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T05:35:05","slug":"nigerian-newspapers-headlines-monday-17-november-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32092","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Monday, 17 November 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>PUNCH<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Pope Leo names Nigeria among countries witnessing Christian persecution<\/p>\n<p>Alleged Christian genocide: US Congress begins full-scale probe into Nigeria\u2019s killings<\/p>\n<p>FG plans 500 CNG stations to cut petrol use<\/p>\n<p>Analysts project inflation to drop below 17% in October<\/p>\n<p>12-year-old Kwara girl dies after falling into well<\/p>\n<p>Shock as US-based Nigerian driver found dead inside truck<\/p>\n<p>PDP firestorm: Wike camp rejects expulsion as four states challenge Makinde<\/p>\n<p>COP30: Presidency, Obi clash over 423-man Nigeria delegation<\/p>\n<p>Nearly $3bn spent on Eurobond debt servicing under Tinubu<\/p>\n<p>Lagos driver flees with employer\u2019s car four days after resumption<\/p>\n<p>DR Congo end Nigeria\u2019s 2026 World Cup dream<\/p>\n<p>Tinubu&#8217;s N&#8217;Delta peace, development plan working PAP boss<\/p>\n<p>North can solve its problems, says Kaduna gov<\/p>\n<p>MACBAN slams US Congress resolution, sanctions threat on Nigeria<\/p>\n<p>Account for N3tn or face legal action, SERAP tells CBN<\/p>\n<p>I led 600 bandits to surrender&#8217;, Gumi defends negotiation role<\/p>\n<p>Army airlifts troops to boost morale in N&#8217;East theatre<\/p>\n<p>Kano pledges to boost basic education with UBEC<\/p>\n<p>Alake urges public help for needy students<\/p>\n<p>NELFUND to extend loan to vocational training<\/p>\n<p>NELFUND disburses N116bn for students&#8217; fees, allowances<\/p>\n<p>Lamido misunderstood PDPs nomination process Bode George<\/p>\n<p>Weak legislation blamed for quackery in construction<\/p>\n<p>US crude shipments to Nigeria surge 101% Report<\/p>\n<p>N20,000 monthly transfers can cut poverty, says WBank<\/p>\n<p>Nairametrics unveils data-driven ranking of top firms<\/p>\n<p>Ibadan convention will mark PDPs turnaround Makinde<\/p>\n<p>Christian correspondents hold end-of-year forum<\/p>\n<p>Opposition faults arraignment of man advocating coup<\/p>\n<p>2027: NNPP will retain Kano despite defections, says chairman<\/p>\n<p>Poor law fuels substandard construction<\/p>\n<p>Overcrowding, security lapses plague Nigerian prisons EU<\/p>\n<p>PDP convention: No petition against judges on rulings, says NJC<\/p>\n<p>20,811 Nigerian women, children died in nine months Report<\/p>\n<p>Shun bitterness, Bishop Oyedepo tells Christians<\/p>\n<p>Hardship will determine Tinubus fate in 2027, says NNPP<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>THISDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>FG Seeks Communication Renaissanceas ARCON Declares Industry CriticalTool for Economic Growth<\/p>\n<p>Akpabio: Tinubu Has Placed Search for Peace in Plateau at Centre of National Security<\/p>\n<p>No More Impunity, Suppression of Will, Turaki, Assures Nigerians, PDP Members<\/p>\n<p>NMDPRA: We Will Not Allow Cartels Take Over Downstream Petroleum Sector<\/p>\n<p>FG, UAE Sign MoU to Expand Digital Education for Nigeria\u2019s Young People<\/p>\n<p>Suspension of 15% Duty on Imported Petrol Products: CPPE Tells FG to Avoid Short-term Measures Risking Long-term National Interest<\/p>\n<p>FG Set to Unveil National Tourism Policy in Bid to Transform Sector<\/p>\n<p>N3.1bn, $835,000 Debts: Court Freezes Plural Oil\u2019s Accounts as EFCC Probes Alleged Diversion<\/p>\n<p>MTNs Over N757bn Accelerated Capex Investment Reinforces Improved Network Quality<\/p>\n<p>AdedejiHighlights Tax Reforms as Key to Strengthening Nigerias Finances<\/p>\n<p>FG Urged to Develop Policies to Drive Electric Vehicle Adoption<\/p>\n<p>Nigeria, Indonesia Target $4.7bn Bilateral Trade, Deepen Economic Ties<\/p>\n<p>FG Achieves 59,344 Official Emails, Documents on 1 Gov Platform<\/p>\n<p>Ondo Refinery, FTZ Project Take Shape with Formalized JV Platform<\/p>\n<p>Magnificent Leadership Conference Debuts in Abuja November 21<\/p>\n<p>Momodu: States Unwilling to Set Up Drug Control Committees<\/p>\n<p>Kwara Shuts Six Schools over Poor Environment, Lack of Toilet<\/p>\n<p>COAS Impressed with Enugus Security Architecture, Lauds Mbah for Supporting Armys Performance<\/p>\n<p>NDLEA Arrests Wanted Drug Baron, Recovers Hard Currency<\/p>\n<p>N7.1bn LC Dispute: Firm Drags Parallex Bank to Court, Seeks Order Freezing Banks Funds Nationwide<\/p>\n<p><strong>GUARDIAN\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>ASUU rejects FG\u2019s claim on paucity of funds<\/p>\n<p>DR Congo beat Nigeria on penalties to reach World Cup intercontinental playoffs<\/p>\n<p>Portugal qualify for 2026 World Cup by thrashing Armenia 9-1<\/p>\n<p>Tinubu calls for stronger university-industry links to drive growth<\/p>\n<p>Sanwo-Olu commits to providing enabling environment for MSMEs<\/p>\n<p>Worship, reunion, fresh anointing mark Daystar 30th anniversary<\/p>\n<p>UK ends automatic benefits for asylum seekers in major reform<\/p>\n<p>Experts urge entrepreneurs to harness challenges for growth<\/p>\n<p>Ogun launches initiative to drive agricultural transformation<\/p>\n<p>Lagos, vital to Nigerias economic transformation, says Sanwo-Olu<\/p>\n<p>FRC wins Leadership in Sustainability Reporting<\/p>\n<p>Shareholders of Academy Press endorse 15k dividend, bonus issue<\/p>\n<p>Nigeria must break systemic barriers to escape poverty, expert warns<\/p>\n<p>Investors bet on govt securities as Nigerian bond yields ease to 15.57%<\/p>\n<p>Account for missing N3tr or face lawsuit, SERAP warns CBN<\/p>\n<p>Tinubu calls for stronger town-gown pact to drive growth<\/p>\n<p>Suspected herders sever womans wrist, injure husband in Nasarawa<\/p>\n<p><strong>VANGUARD<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Baba Ijesha not cleared by Appeal Court \u2013 Lagos AG<\/p>\n<p>Manufacturers shun bank loans over high interest rates<\/p>\n<p>Herdsmen, bandits kill 3 in Benue<\/p>\n<p>Convention of controversies: How Turaki emerged as PDP national chairman<\/p>\n<p>NERC: Nigeria\u2019s power regulatory system in disarray \u2013 Experts urge Tinubu to look inwards<\/p>\n<p>WHO unveils first-ever global standard for diabetes care during pregnancy<\/p>\n<p>Lagos hospital pays N20m monthly bill for 3hrs daily electricity<\/p>\n<p>Electricity workers threaten nationwide shutdown<\/p>\n<p>NERC: Nigerias power regulatory system in disarray Experts urge Tinubu to look inwards<\/p>\n<p>Electricity workers threaten nationwide shutdown<\/p>\n<p>Border governance: NIS, IOM deepen strategic collaboration<\/p>\n<p>Manufacturers shun bank loans over high interest rates<\/p>\n<p>Pope Leo lists Nigeria among countries where Christians face persecution<\/p>\n<p>Akpabio: I cry over killings in Plateau, Tinubu will restore peace<\/p>\n<p>DJ Cuppy wants 70 million pounds mansion as birthday gift<\/p>\n<p>SERAP gives CBN 7 days to account for missing N3 trillion of public funds<\/p>\n<p><strong>LEADERSHIP<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Falana Urges Kidnap Victims To Sue Federal Government, Seek Ransom Refund<\/p>\n<p>27-yr-old Nigerian Kills Professor-Father, Stabs Siblings In US<\/p>\n<p>Sowore Calls For Senator Nwoko\u2019s Arrest Over Alleged Child Trafficking, Abuse Of Power<\/p>\n<p>Nnamdi Kanu Files N50bn Suit Against NMA Over \u2018False Report\u2019 On Health Status<\/p>\n<p>2027: Group Backs Bayelsa West Senator Dickson\u2019s Re-election Bid<\/p>\n<p>Governor Sani To ACF: North Must Stop Complaining And Act Now<\/p>\n<p>We Are Returning Power To Nigerians, Says New PDP National Chairman Turaki<\/p>\n<p>SERAP Gives CBN 7 Days To Account For N3trn, Threatens Lawsuit<\/p>\n<p>600 Bandits Agreed To Lay Down Arms In 2021 After Peace Meeting \u2014 Gumi<br \/>\n<strong>DAILY TIMES\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bandits kill Zamfara APC chieftain after meeting with Defence Minister<\/p>\n<p>Presidential aide meets Plateau cleric, Miyetti Allah in renewed peace efforts<\/p>\n<p>No More Impunity: New PDP Chairman Kabiru Turaki Vows to Restore Discipline<\/p>\n<p>Former Kogi Governor Idris Wada Dumps PDP for APC<\/p>\n<p>Customs seizes 108,775 litres of PMS in cross border operation<\/p>\n<p>2027: Matawale endorses Tinubu for second term in Zamfara<\/p>\n<p><strong>NATION\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Minister: well always back local oil, gas firms<\/p>\n<p>UK permanent residency seekers to wait for 20 years under overhaul asylum policy<\/p>\n<p>Stakeholders to align sustainable oil palm outcomes with CAADP III strategies<\/p>\n<p>Fed Govt targets N160bn output from dry season wheat farming<\/p>\n<p>Tinubus Renewed Hope agenda driving development and peace in Niger Delta, says Otuaro<\/p>\n<p>Youre agents of national growth, innovation, NAFRC tells 41 graduates<\/p>\n<p>Suspension of 15% tariff on fuel imports will undermine local refining<\/p>\n<p>Wanted drug baron arrested as NDLEA recovers large drug shipment, forex in Lagos hideout<\/p>\n<p>North-Central APC forum condemns protest against Mutfwangs planned defection<\/p>\n<p>Senator Adeola urges govts to harness culture, tourism for national unity, economic growth<\/p>\n<p>UI students shine in national, campus competitions at Jaw War 2025<\/p>\n<p>Dentists caution Nigerians on harmful oral habits<\/p>\n<p>Stakeholders urge govts to fast-track reforms for universal health coverage<\/p>\n<p>Festive season: Adetayo warns land buyers over scammers in Ibeju-Lekki<\/p>\n<p>Tinubu sends peace emissary to Plateau, secures breakthrough in Jos South farm dispute<\/p>\n<p>Eno applauds Igbos, earmarks N800m for empowerment of non-Indigenes<\/p>\n<p>PDP going into extinction, says Lagos APC<\/p>\n<p>FG strategises to mobilise fund for cancer patients in 36 states<\/p>\n<p><strong>DAILY TRUST<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Bandits kill 3, abduct 64 in Zamfara<\/p>\n<p>Coalition: Well consider all options for 2027 PDP chairman<\/p>\n<p>Banditry: Emir Sanusi seeks community, security synergy<\/p>\n<p>What 2027 wave of defections means for voters<\/p>\n<p>Livelihood threatened as erosion ravages FCT community<\/p>\n<p>Galadima, FCTs head of demolition squad bows out<\/p>\n<p>5,000 households to get free cooking gas in FCT<\/p>\n<p>FCT poll: PDP inaugurates campaign cttee at Gwagwalada<\/p>\n<p>FCTA, foundation push for welfare of children with special needs<\/p>\n<p>Nigeria refuses to hand over Bakary to Cameroon<\/p>\n<p>M23, DR Congo sign new peace roadmap in Doha<\/p>\n<p>Nigerian man kills father, stabs sisters in US<\/p>\n<p>Stakeholders upbeat as NUPRC prepares for 2025 oil blocks allocation process<\/p>\n<p>Political interference in air accident probe raises questions<\/p>\n<p>Tax reforms key 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5yr high<\/p>\n<p>Why Nigeria\u2019s insurance penetration remains low despite high population<\/p>\n<p>Garri price tumbles 51% amid cassava glut<\/p>\n<p>Delayed 2025 budget rollout threatens policy outcomes<\/p>\n<p>Nigeria\u2019s 2026 World Cup hopes dashed after defeat to DR Congo<\/p>\n<p>Trump\u2019s invasion threat: FG engages Christian, Fulani leaders in Plateau on peacebuilding<\/p>\n<p><strong>BLUEPRINT\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>UK permits foreign students switch to innovator founder visa without leaving country<\/p>\n<p>2027: APC national chairman declares Plateau one-party state<\/p>\n<p>FG unveils ambitious wheat production plan, projects 160bn boost<\/p>\n<p>FG awards contract for second runway in Kano<\/p>\n<p>Why tax reforms are key to strengthening Nigerias finances FIRS boss<\/p>\n<p>Trade Fair: Sanwo-Olu recommits to enabling environment for MSMEs<\/p>\n<p>AdemolaLookman wins Goal of Month award<\/p>\n<p>Under-utilisation of resources fuelling 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