{"id":32359,"date":"2026-01-05T00:36:41","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T00:36:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32359"},"modified":"2026-01-05T00:36:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T00:36:41","slug":"nigerian-newspapers-headlines-monday-5-january-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32359","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Monday, 5 January 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

PUNCH\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n

Venezuelas Supreme Court names VP Delcy Rodrguez interim president<\/p>\n

US lifts Caribbean airspace restrictions after Venezuela strike<\/p>\n

Tinubu orders manhunt as terrorists kill over 40 in Niger<\/p>\n

PDP leaders set conditions for reconciliation as crisis lingers<\/p>\n

30 Plateau residents killed in two weeks \u2013 Ex-deputy speaker<\/p>\n

Tinubu, Rwanda president hold talks in France<\/p>\n

Nigerian woman dies in UK hospital, community seeks support<\/p>\n

Dangote pumps 43 million litres, denies petrol shutdown<\/p>\n

Gunmen demand N200m ransom for kidnapped Edo doctor, brother<\/p>\n

Cooperate or pay a very big price, Trump warns new Venezuelan leader<\/p>\n

NDDC vows to complete key road projects in Rivers<\/p>\n

Abiodun meets security chiefs, sets 2026 safety agenda for Ogun<\/p>\n

Soldiers kill five terrorists, rescue three hostages in Borno<\/p>\n

NRS boss warns political agendas behind tax reform protests<\/p>\n

US, Venezuela’s vast oil reserves: key questions<\/p>\n

Venezuela: Why Nigerians seeking Trump’s protection should rethink – Ex-INEC boss<\/p>\n

Abia APC to leverage Orjis influence for national cohesion – Kalu<\/p>\n

FG drops criminal defamation charges against Natasha<\/p>\n

Gumi claims US marked him for strike as Boko Haram member<\/p>\n

NCoS faults report alleging tuberculosis crisis in custodial centres<\/p>\n

Ex-Plateau deputy speaker laments resurgence of attacks<\/p>\n

Benin, Niger expel diplomats in tit-for-tat move<\/p>\n

Lagos CP orders SCID to probe Pastor Okafor over murder allegations<\/p>\n

AIbom group denies opposition to LagosCalabar Coastal Highway<\/p>\n

Insecurity: Dont let Trump promote religious war in Nigeria, Falana warns FG<\/p>\n

Dino Melaye condemns killing in Kogi, demands action<\/p>\n

Anthony Joshua pays tribute to deceased friends in emotional post<\/p>\n

2027: Ijaw Youth Council endorses Fubara for second term<\/p>\n

Global condemnation as US seizes Venezuela’s president Maduro<\/p>\n

Probe ministry over 128bn power sector funds, SERAP urges Tinubu<\/p>\n

Army kills three bandits, arrests supplier in Kogi<\/p>\n

US to tap Venezuela’s crude oil after Maduro’s capture Trump<\/p>\n

Nigeria needs steadfast leadership, says Olawepo-Hashim<\/p>\n

Lagos CP orders SCID to probe Pastor Okafor over sex scandal allegations<\/p>\n

New Tax Act will curb oil revenue leakages Expert<\/p>\n

FG vaccinates millions of Nigerians against measles, yellow fever Minister<\/p>\n

Fubara urges Ogoni unity, backs dialogue with FG<\/p>\n

Kogi vows crackdown on criminals, promises rescue of kidnapped victims<\/p>\n

From reign to ruin: How Africas largest party, PDP, fell apart<\/p>\n

A’Ibom gov unveils APC committee for 2027 elections<\/p>\n

Rivers PDP suspends caretaker chairman for aligning with Wike<\/p>\n

Private depots hike petrol to N800\/litre in Lagos<\/p>\n

Ex-major sues Army over alleged forced service after resignation<\/p>\n

US visa: Four African countries ban American citizens<\/p>\n

THISDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tinubu Directs Defence Minister, Service Chiefs, IG, DSS DG to Apprehend Terrorists Behind Kasuwan Daji Attack<\/p>\n

Trump: We Will Run Venezuela Until We Can Do Safe, Proper, Judicious Transition
\nKwankwaso: I\u2019ll Only Join Any Party If I\u2019m Offered Presidential or VP Ticket<\/p>\n

Terrorists Raid Two Niger LGAs, Kill Over 30 Villagers<\/p>\n

Growing Influence of Mudashiru Obasa<\/p>\n

Trump: We Will Run Venezuela Until We Can Do Safe, Proper, Judicious Transition<\/p>\n

Kwankwaso: Ill Only Join Any Party If Im Offered Presidential or VP Ticket<\/p>\n

Yilwatda Clarifies APCs Position on Rivers, Confirms Fubara as the Partys Leader<\/p>\n

Police Avert Deadly Attack on ARISE NEWS Crew, Others in Rivers State<\/p>\n

GUARDIAN\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n

Gunmen demand N200m ransom for brothers kidnapped in Edo<\/p>\n

Late Reed stunner forces Liverpool to 22 draw at Fulham<\/p>\n

Tinubu orders nationwide security dragnet after Niger attacks as death toll rises<\/p>\n

NCoS debunks report of tuberculosis outbreak in custodial facilities, alleges ill intent<\/p>\n

ADC will sweep Oyo in 2027, Aborisade boasts<\/p>\n

FG withdraws defamation, cyberbullying suit against Sen. Natasha<\/p>\n

Ex-Afenifere scribe, don, calls for stronger Amotekun against bandits<\/p>\n

In Pictures: Zulum approves employment for 81 top KIU graduates<\/p>\n

National Assemblys certified copies validate concerns over alleged alterations to tax laws<\/p>\n

Benin, Niger in tit for tat diplomatic expulsions<\/p>\n

Bandits attack two LGAs in Niger, kill over 30, abduct many<\/p>\n

Taraba schools resume amid shift from boarding to day schooling<\/p>\n

Pastor Adeboye recounts how womans scars disappeared after his prayers<\/p>\n

Ogun announces January 5 for school resumption<\/p>\n

FERMA Joint Union denies claims of abuse of power by governing board<\/p>\n

American firm signs deal to supply advanced drones to Tompolos Tantita<\/p>\n

Cunha rescues 1-1 draw for Man United at Leeds Elland Road<\/p>\n

Again, Tyson Fury comes out of retirement<\/p>\n

Tinubunomics debate distorted by misleading fiscal calculations Budget DG<\/p>\n

Youth leaders push public engagement as new tax regime begins<\/p>\n

Terrorists kill seven in Plateau<\/p>\n

Police confirm abduction of brothers in Edo<\/p>\n

Ghanaians win Edos 10km Owan marathon<\/p>\n

Troops recover cache of 12.7mn ammunition, 13 rifles, arrest 13<\/p>\n

Car accident kills 5 persons, injures 13 in Jos<\/p>\n

NDLEA seizes drugs in coffee, book parcels, arrests 22 Indians<\/p>\n

Niger Delta students union reaffirms commitment to peace, academic excellence<\/p>\n

Yobe boat tragedy: 25 feared dead, 13 rescued, 14 missing after canoe capsizes<\/p>\n

Limited healthcare access leaves Makoko dependent on alternative medicine for malaria<\/p>\n

Army arrests native doctor, others, recovers 13 rifles in Delta<\/p>\n

After spoken English fears, Peller meets DDG ahead of IShowSpeeds visit<\/p>\n

Diri prostrates on The Lords Chosen altar, vows steady power supply in Bayelsa<\/p>\n

7,000 persons get foundations free eye care surgery, services in Katsina<\/p>\n

2027: Sen Natasha shrugs off Bellos senatorial bid in Kogi Central<\/p>\n

Falana accuses Trump of breaching international law in Venezuela, urges US sanctions<\/p>\n

Nigerian 7-footer James, 23 NBA Draft pick, makes controversial US college debut<\/p>\n

Before power: The first jobs of presidents, other world leaders<\/p>\n

AFCON: Senegal to face Mali in quarter-finals after 3-1 win over Sudan<\/p>\n

2027: Obis camp draws red line, rules out VP role, says its presidency or nothing<\/p>\n

VANGUARD<\/strong><\/p>\n

Northern Governors condemn Niger market attack, mourn Yobe boat tragedy<\/p>\n

Army foils bandits movement, neutralises three in Kogi<\/p>\n

Venezuela military tells population to resume normal activities<\/p>\n

2027: Well follow Wikes instruction Rivers APC<\/p>\n

Fire razes Police Mobile Force Squadron 13 Office in Makurdi, armoury explodes<\/p>\n

NAF invites shortlisted candidates for DSSC 34 enlistment interview in Kaduna<\/p>\n

Atiku condemns Niger attacks, urges swift action to rescue abducted residents<\/p>\n

2027: Afenifere cautions political actors against Faith-based exclusion<\/p>\n

Were not opposed to FG Highway but wrong use of ancestral land Ekid people<\/p>\n

Kwankwaso sets merger terms, demands presidential or vice presidential slot<\/p>\n

Russia condemns alleged US armed action against Venezuela<\/p>\n

Cunha rescues Man United with late equaliser in 1-1 Leeds draw<\/p>\n

Tinubu meets Paul Kagame in Paris, discusses world affairs<\/p>\n

Sanwo-Olu promises more transformational projects for Lagos in 2026<\/p>\n

Niger State attack: Tinubu orders security agencies to hunt down perpetrators<\/p>\n

FG withdraws criminal defamation case against Natasha<\/p>\n

ECOWAS raises concern over Venezuela, urges respect for sovereignty<\/p>\n

Again, troops neutralise terrorists, rescue hostages in Borno<\/p>\n

NDLEA intercepts illicit drugs in coffee sachets, detains 22 Indians<\/p>\n

AFCON 25: Nigeria vs Mozambique date, time and how to watch<\/p>\n

Tyson Fury returns to boxing 12 months after retirement<\/p>\n

Bandits kill over 30, abduct villagers in fresh Niger state attack<\/p>\n

Abia North: We must live together in love and peace, Orji Kalu charges communities<\/p>\n

Air strike kills 23 fleeing bandits after Kano attack<\/p>\n

They came with guns looking for Funke Akindele Actress Bimbo Thomas recounts set ordeal<\/p>\n

Troops neutralise over 23 bandits in Kano-Katsina onslaught<\/p>\n

25 dead, 14 missing in Yobe boat mishap<\/p>\n

SERAP to Tinubu: Probe missing N128bn in power ministry, NBET now<\/p>\n

INEC disowns fake 2027 election timetable<\/p>\n

Fubara reaffirms support for united Ogoni, MOSOP<\/p>\n

China calls on US to immediately release Venezuelas Maduro<\/p>\n

US lifts Caribbean airspace restrictions after Venezuela strike<\/p>\n

Catholic priest slumps, dies while delivering homily<\/p>\n

LEADERSHIP<\/strong><\/p>\n

I Never Said I Was Targeted For Elimination By US Airstrikes\u2019, Sheikh Gumi Debunks Viral Old Video<\/p>\n

Police Launch Manhunt As Armed Robbers Kill PoS Operator In Edo<\/p>\n

2027: Wike Urges Other States To Replicate \u2018Rivers Rainbow Coalition\u2019 For Tinubu<\/p>\n

Hungary Abstains As EU Countries Demand Respect For Venezuela\u2019s Sovereignty<\/p>\n

Gunmen Demand N200m Ransom For Kidnapped Medical Doctor, Brother In Edo<\/p>\n

Federal Government Withdraws Criminal Charge Against Senator Natasha<\/p>\n

Tinubu Vows Justice For Niger Market Attack Victims, Orders Rescue Of Abductees<\/p>\n

Cuba Denounces US Aggression Against Venezuela, Demands Maduro\u2019s Release<\/p>\n

JUST-IN: 25 Passengers Die, 13 Rescued, 14 Missing As Boat Capsizes In Yobe<\/p>\n

Critics Of \u2018Tinubunomics\u2019 Mixing Revenue With Debt, Says Federal Government<\/p>\n

NAF Airstrikes Kill 23 Fleeing Bandits After Attacking Kano Communities<\/p>\n

Anthony Joshua Breaks Silence, Visits Families Of Late Friends After Tragic Accident<\/p>\n

From Noriega To Saddam And Now Maduro: Inside Story Of US Dangerous Adventures In Foreign Lands<\/p>\n

\u2018Take Responsibility Or Face People\u2019s Anger\u2019, Dino Melaye Warns Kogi Government Over Aiyetoro Killings<\/p>\n

JUST-IN: Bandits Set Market Ablaze, Kill 30, Abduct Scores In Niger<\/p>\n

NATION\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n

Correctional Service faults report of tuberculosis outbreaks in custodial centres across Nigeria<\/p>\n

Nigeria ready to trade under AfCFTA preferential terms Oduwole<\/p>\n

Armed robbers kill POS operator in Edo<\/p>\n

Police arrest two over killing of three women in Adamawa<\/p>\n

How armed robbers attacked me, Funke Akindele during Omo Ghetto filming Bimbo Thomas<\/p>\n

Tinubu orders security chiefs to hunt down terrorists behind Niger killings<\/p>\n

APC chieftain rallies support for Tinubus Tax reform<\/p>\n

NDLEA arrests 22 Indians over cocaine shipment<\/p>\n

ECOWAS, AU express concern over US seizure of Venezuelas president<\/p>\n

FG withdraws criminal defamation case against Akpoti-Uduaghan<\/p>\n

FG has shown commitment to resolving Ogoni injustices, says Fubara<\/p>\n

Wabara woos Otti to join PDP for 2027 re-election bid<\/p>\n

JUST IN: 16 feared dead in Jigawa canoe mishap<\/p>\n

Institution pledges commitment to academic excellence, practical relevance<\/p>\n

Kaduna flags off enlightenment programme for 2026 Hajj intending pilgrims<\/p>\n

World Braille Day: First Lady urges authorities to strengthen inclusion policies<\/p>\n

JUST IN: 30 persons killed as terrorists raid market in Niger<\/p>\n

DAILY TRUST<\/strong><\/p>\n

Niger Market Attack: Tinubu Orders Manhunt As Death Toll Hits 50<\/p>\n

Air Force kills 23 bandits fleeing Kano<\/p>\n

5 killed, 13 injured in Plateau road crash<\/p>\n

25 die, 14 missing as boat capsizes in Yobe<\/p>\n

Nigeria saving N10trn annually from subsidy removal Ogun senator<\/p>\n

Ill be buried politically if Fubara wins second term Wike<\/p>\n

Three arrested for allegedly burning traditionalists house in Kwara<\/p>\n

PDP Suspends Rivers Chairman For Supporting Wike<\/p>\n

Kwankwaso to Gov Yusuf: Drop govship for us and go<\/p>\n

AUTHORITY<\/strong><\/p>\n

Zelenskyy asks U.S. to target other dictators after Maduros capture<\/p>\n

NCoS responds to TB report, calls out misleading narrative<\/p>\n

OPHK troops neutralize 5 terrorists, uncovered large cache of high-calibre ammunition<\/p>\n

Wike wants states to copy Rivers Coalition for Tinubus re-election<\/p>\n

BUSINESSDAY<\/strong><\/p>\n

Rivers deputy governor Ngozi Odu defects to APC<\/p>\n

Ghana condemns US invasion of Venezuela, calls for release of Nicol\u00e1s Maduro<\/p>\n

Here is what to know about the Brooklyn New York jail where Nicolas Maduro is held<\/p>\n

Tinubu holds private talks with Rwanda\u2019s Kagame in Paris<\/p>\n

FG drops criminal case against Natasha Akpoti<\/p>\n

Troops neutralise terrorists, rescue hostages in Borno<\/p>\n

UPDATED: Bandits kill 42 in Niger State market raid, Tinubu orders security to hunt perpetrators<\/p>\n

Anthony Joshua pays emotional tribute to late friends Ghami and Ayodele<\/p>\n

Nigeria swings to surplus as balance of payments hit $4.6bn<\/p>\n

25 dead, 13 rescued, 14 missing as canoe capsize in Yobe<\/p>\n

How ordeals in PDP, LP forced Atiku, Obi into fresh alliance<\/p>\n

NEW TELEGRAPH<\/strong><\/p>\n

Niger Attack: Tinubu Orders Military, Police, DSS To Hunt Down Terrorists<\/p>\n

Birthday: Tinubu Hails Gov Yusuf For Upholding Aminu Kanos Ideals<\/p>\n

US Strike: AU Calls For Restraint, Dialogue In Venezuelas Attack<\/p>\n

Osun, Ekiti Guber Polls: Cleric Urges FG, INEC To Respect Sacredness Of Ballot<\/p>\n

Wike: Ill Not Allow Myself To Be Buried Politically<\/p>\n

JUST-IN: FG Withdraws Criminal Charge Against Natasha<\/p>\n

World Braille Day: NCC Renews Commitment To Fair, Balanced, Human-Centred Copyright System<\/p>\n

Kwankwaso Gives Conditions To Defect To APC<\/p>\n

I Stand By My Political Views On Obi Nnamani<\/p>\n

Kwara Directs School Reopening Monday<\/p>\n

World Braille Day: NCC Renews Commitment To Fair, Balanced, Human-Centred Copyright System<\/p>\n

Anti-Terrorism: Ex-AGF Aondoakaa Urges US Airstrikes On Terrorists In Benue<\/p>\n

World Braille Day: NCC Renews Commitment To Fair, Balanced, Human-Centred Copyright System<\/p>\n

Fubara Stresses Ogoni Unity, Backs FGs Moves To Address Past Injustices<\/p>\n

BREAKING: Gunmen Attack Agwarra, Borgu LGAs, Kill 42, Abduct Villagers<\/p>\n

BLUEPRINT\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Niger state: Tinubu orders military, others to hunt down terrorists behind Kasuwan Daji attack<\/p>\n

FG withdraws charges against Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan<\/p>\n

How Gods mercy saved Anthony Joshua Pastor Adeboye<\/p>\n

Disaster: Lagos establishes technical committee for controlled demolition of GNI building<\/p>\n

Defecting to APC will be disservice to NNPP, Kwankwaso cautions Kano governor<\/p>\n

Anthony Joshua breaks silence after fatal car crash in Nigeria<\/p>\n

AGF directs CAC Registrar-General to reverse changes in corporate filings of Abuja firms<\/p>\n

Breaking: Again, terrorists strike Niger communities, kill 42, kidnap freed Papiri students<\/p>\n

FERMA Joint Union denies allegation against governing board<\/p>\n

Breaking: 25 feared dead, dozens missing as boat capsizes<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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