{"id":32580,"date":"2026-02-05T00:58:50","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T00:58:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32580"},"modified":"2026-02-05T01:03:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T01:03:27","slug":"nigerian-newspapers-headlines-thursday-5-february-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32580","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Thursday, 5 February 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

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

Bill Gates says he regrets \u2018every minute\u2019 with Epstein<\/p>\n

Tinubu orders army to move into Kaiama, condemns terrorist attack<\/p>\n

Senate rejects mandatory electronic transmission; Akpabio says results upload still allowed<\/p>\n

Nnamdi Kanu files 22 grounds of appeal, seeks to quash his conviction<\/p>\n

Over 16 killed as suspected herdsmen attack Benue community<\/p>\n

Gunmen kill one, abduct seven travellers on Sagamu-Ijebu-Ode expressway<\/p>\n

Gunmen abduct family of nine in Edo, police arrest two suspected kidnappers<\/p>\n

Trump warns Iran supreme leader to be \u2018very worried\u2019 as US builds military presence<\/p>\n

Senate passes Electoral Act amendment Bill<\/p>\n

Government refineries shut due to monumental losses incurred Ojulari<\/p>\n

Electoral Act: Rejection of e-transmission shows FG not ready for credible polls Obidients<\/p>\n

Trump says Minneapolis taught him softer touch could be needed on immigration<\/p>\n

Kwara Community holds mass burial for 75 killed in bandits attack<\/p>\n

Nasarawa Deputy Speaker defects from PDP to APC<\/p>\n

Senate denies rejecting electronic transmission of election results<\/p>\n

Ronaldo returns to training amid tension with club<\/p>\n

Zulum hosts ambassadors, UN officials in Maiduguri<\/p>\n

Gurara II Dam: Reps intervene as FG, APCL clash over ownership<\/p>\n

Nasarawa Police rescue two kidnap victims, arrest suspected kidnapper<\/p>\n

Over 124 Okada impounded between Dec 31 and Jan 4, 2026 Lagos taskforce boss<\/p>\n

AU appoints Atikus aide, Phrank Shaibu, to Agenda 2063 Governing Council<\/p>\n

Breaking: Senate rejects electronic transmission of election results<\/p>\n

2027: Electoral Act delay shows Senates disregard for Nigerians, democracy Makinde-backed PDP NWC<\/p>\n

Obong of Calabar to FG: Fast-track negotiations with SSANU, NASU, NAAT to safeguard varsity harmony<\/p>\n

Police arrest Ghanaian landlord for allegedly deroofing tenants house in Rivers<\/p>\n

Agbakoba urges state legislatures to act on medical negligence, calls for sweeping reforms<\/p>\n

Court rejects Sowores evidence that Tinubu called Jonathan drunkard<\/p>\n

Tinubu congratulates Chief Pondi of Gbaramatu on birthday<\/p>\n

Lagos moves to sanction content creators over child rights violations<\/p>\n

South East Governors agree on shared responsibility for regional development<\/p>\n

Shettima launches S\/East Vision 2050 Economic Development blueprint<\/p>\n

Nigeria, Benin begin talks on enhanced economic cooperation framework<\/p>\n

Ondo @ 50: Tinubu, Obasanjo, Fasoranti, Falae, Aiyedatiwa, Mimiko others honoured<\/p>\n

Reps condemn MDAs, financial institutions for Ignoring parliamentary summons<\/p>\n

Ward Delineation: Urhobos protest in Abuja, as INEC seeks NSAs intervention<\/p>\n

Washington Post announces job cuts, says its for stability<\/p>\n

Nursing student, brother among victims of Kwara bandit attack<\/p>\n

Bandit Attack in Kwara: Soldiers, Forest Guards take control as death toll hits 40<\/p>\n

2027: Wike-backed PDP warns Senate against dragging Nigeria into flawed election<\/p>\n

Russia condemns Gaddafis son killing, wants thorough investigation<\/p>\n

Senate holds valedictory session in honour of late Senator Okechukwu Ezea<\/p>\n

Exmilitant leader urges FG to name and shame oil thieves<\/p>\n

Senators Lau, Manu dump PDP for APC, Akpabio warns ruling party on managing growth<\/p>\n

Over 16 killed as suspected herdsmen attack Benue community<\/p>\n

Abia govt unveils E-health project, wins NASS commendation<\/p>\n

Trump admin says removing 700 immigration officers from Minnesota<\/p>\n

FG demands concrete action from IOCs to boost oil production<\/p>\n

OML34 Host Communities hail Kestin Pondi on birthday<\/p>\n

Insecurity: Senate urges Nigerians to resist internal collaborators<\/p>\n

PUNCH        <\/strong><\/p>\n

75 killed in Kwara communities for resisting extremists, says gov<\/p>\n

Nnamdi Kanu appeals conviction, faults terrorism trial<\/p>\n

FG calls for applications to UN humanitarian leadership roles<\/p>\n

NNPC ran refineries at monumental loss \u2014 Ojulari<\/p>\n

Lagos announces six-week traffic diversion for Apongbon bridge repairs<\/p>\n

Kano court reduces bail for Islamic cleric accused of forgery<\/p>\n

Zulum hosts ambassadors, UN officials in Maiduguri<\/p>\n

FGll stabilise food prices, agric inputs – Minister<\/p>\n

UPDATED: Senate didn’t reject electronic transmission of results Akpabio<\/p>\n

Cape Town Convention signingll drive aviation growth Expert<\/p>\n

JUST IN: Senate rejects electronic transmission of election results<\/p>\n

FG not responsible for multi-dimensional poverty Ex-minister<\/p>\n

Akpabio mocks minority leader as Taraba senators dump PDP for APC<\/p>\n

Don seeks transformation of plant-based food systems<\/p>\n

UK electricity cheaper than Nigeria’s Energy expert<\/p>\n

FG calls for applications to UN humanitarian leadership roles<\/p>\n

Nigeria must remain competitive to attract energy investment TotalEnergies boss<\/p>\n

Reps’ committee slams MDAs for ignoring summons<\/p>\n

NAF helicopter used in Borno operations returns to service<\/p>\n

PHOTOS: FG deepens ties with Palestine, Saudi Arabia<\/p>\n

Kwara, FRSC pledge stronger collaboration on road safety, transport operations<\/p>\n

Banditry: Senate asks Tinubu to site military barracks in Katsina after fresh killings<\/p>\n

Israel charges 12 with smuggling goods to Gaza<\/p>\n

PDP slams Kwara govs response to bandit attack<\/p>\n

Anger mounts in Senegal over sanitary pad scandal<\/p>\n

No soldier killed in Ebonyi community crisis, says Army<\/p>\n

Ohanaeze urges FG to prioritise South East development commission<\/p>\n

FRSC records 10,446 crashes, 5,289 deaths in 2025<\/p>\n

INEC assures Nigerians of readiness for 2027 polls<\/p>\n

GSK profit rises to 5.7bn as speciality medicines drive growth<\/p>\n

Senate to hike FGs share of federation revenue<\/p>\n

Electricity subsidy: FG to deduct N3.6tn from Federation Account<\/p>\n

Over 250 people killed after separatist attacks in Pakistan, says official<\/p>\n

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

School of Nursing Student Among 162 Killed in Kwara Terrorist Attack Tuesday Night<\/p>\n

Ogun at 50: Abiodun Pledges Fairness, Equitable Devt<\/p>\n

NDPC Expresses Commitment to Balancing Information Around Data Privacy, Protection<\/p>\n

Troops Uncover, Dismantle Three ISWAP Facilities, Eliminate Five Top Commanders, 27 Fighters<\/p>\n

FG Flags Off Construction of Abuja Leadership Centre, to Inaugurate 467 Projects<\/p>\n

Senate Raises the Alarm Over Deteriorating Security Situation As Bandits Kill 35 in Katsina<\/p>\n

Police Are Nigerias Mirror, Global Force For Peace, Says Adebayo<\/p>\n

Soldiers, Forests Guards Take Over Kwara Communities to Guard Against Further Attacks<\/p>\n

2027: INEC Urges NAssembly to Expedite Action on Electoral Act Amendment<\/p>\n

FG Discontinues Tax Credit Utilisation by Companies for Roads Development<\/p>\n

Nnorom: NFIU Has Helped to Checkmate Fraudulent Foreign Activities Within Insurance Industry<\/p>\n

Stock Market Gains N332.5bn on Buy Interest in Presco, Others<\/p>\n

Stock Market Commences February on Positive Note as Market Cap Adds N9bn<\/p>\n

Why Coup Suspects Cannot Be Tried in a Military Tribunal<\/p>\n

Udeze Raises Fears Diego Simeone May Alter Lookmans Style<\/p>\n

NBF Unveils Team Nigerias Squad for Maiden African Boxing League<\/p>\n

Entry Visas, Ticket Prices Dominate IOC Progress Report on LA 2028 Games<\/p>\n

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

\u2018Abegistan\u2019 trends as new nickname for Nigeria after IShowSpeed\u2019s Lagos stop<\/p>\n

Nigeria\u2019s active telephone users hit 179.6m as data consumption surges<\/p>\n

Senate passes Electoral Act Amendment Bill<\/p>\n

Police invite kingmakers over bribery allegation in Awujale selection process<\/p>\n

Abuja Court hears suit seeking removal of Nigeria Revenue Service directors<\/p>\n

FG calls for ethical use of AI, stronger data privacy<\/p>\n

FG partners World Bank, AfDB on climate action<\/p>\n

NCDMB boss urges Africa to move from consumption to innovation<\/p>\n

70 escape as troops destroy ISWAP detention facilities<\/p>\n

Bandits kill 10, burn houses in Kwara<\/p>\n

Army adopting intelligence-driven strategy against asymmetric threats, says COAS<\/p>\n

Stakeholders blame governance failure for poor power despite 210tr scf gas<\/p>\n

Why we chose 100% indigenous technology for our refinery, says Ebenco<\/p>\n

Wike\u2013Fubara feud outside APC\u2019s jurisdiction, says Yilwatda<\/p>\n

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

Kwara Massacre: Tinubu Orders Army Battalion To Move Into Kaiama<\/p>\n

FCTA To Celebrate FCT@50 During Tinubu Administration\u2019s 3rd Anniversary \u2013 Wike<\/p>\n

\u2018Your Life Is An Award,\u2019 Odumeje Tells Davido Over Grammy Loss<\/p>\n

Electoral Bill: Senate Retains Electronic Transmission, Alters Campaign, Nomination Deadlines<\/p>\n

Kwara Attacks: 78 Corpses Given Mass Burial As 35 Persons Abducted<\/p>\n

FCT Area Council Elections Won\u2019t Slow Down Abuja Projects \u2013 Wike<\/p>\n

Nigeria, Palestine Strengthen Bilateral Ties<\/p>\n

Katsina Attacks: Senate Calls For Military Barracks, Police Reinforcement<\/p>\n

Rivers Commits To Reducing Cancer Burden Through Strengthened Healthcare Systems<\/p>\n

Nigeria, Saudi Arabia Collaborate To Enforce \u2018No Hajj Without Permit\u2019 Policy<\/p>\n

Police Confirm 5 Killed In Benue Terrorist Attack<\/p>\n

597 Died In Road Crashes In 1 Month \u2014 FRSC<\/p>\n

Governor Alia Orders Manhunt As Terrorists Attack Benue Community<\/p>\n

Ransom Payments Sustaining Nigeria\u2019s Banditry Economy \u2014 Nextier<\/p>\n

Flutterwave\u2019s NYSE Moment Ignites Global Praise For Nigerian Fintech<\/p>\n

Libya Probes Killing Of Late President Gaddafi\u2019s Son Seif Al-Islam<\/p>\n

INEC Finalises 2027 Election Timetable, Awaits New Electoral Law<\/p>\n

How Traditional Rulers Helped End A Deadly Post-Child Delivery Practice In The North \u2013 Shonga Emir<\/p>\n

Lack Of Schools Fuelling Child Marriages In Northern Nigeria \u2014 Emir Of Kano<\/p>\n

Ex-Husband Of Former US First Lady Jill Biden Charged With Murder Of Wife<\/p>\n

NATION     <\/strong><\/p>\n

2027 election wont stall infrastructure projects in FCT Wike<\/p>\n

Taskforce warns uniformed personnel against operating Okada on restricted routes<\/p>\n

Kidnappers demand N260m for abducted children in Edo<\/p>\n

Firm secures massive land for Nigerias first snow city park in Ibadan<\/p>\n

Two Ondo varsity students drowned during hotel pool party<\/p>\n

Why we recorded a spike in road traffic crashes in December\/January FRSC<\/p>\n

We wont lose focus on governance despite our situation, says Fubara<\/p>\n

JUST IN: Two Taraba senators dump PDP for APC<\/p>\n

World Cancer Day: First Lady calls for people-centred care, early detection<\/p>\n

West Africas security hinges on strategic partnerships COAS<\/p>\n

Zulum cuts short leave to receive foreign envoys, UN delegation in Maiduguri<\/p>\n

FG approves central placement of nurse interns as partners boost nursing, midwifery training<\/p>\n

Be vigilant, prepare for seamless 2027 elections, INEC chairman tells Nigerians<\/p>\n

Nigeria, IFC seal deal to fast-track private investment in infrastructure<\/p>\n

Nigeria data protection ecosystem hits N16.2 billion in value within three years<\/p>\n

Alleged cyberstalking: Court rejects Sowores documents in trial on false claim against Tinubu<\/p>\n

2027 politics wont affect my job as FCT Minister Wike<\/p>\n

Nigerian Law School DG endorses PUSG, scholarship records more impact<\/p>\n

French Embassy partners firm to boost Nigerian filmmakers<\/p>\n

NAF reactivates Super Puma Helicopter after 3 years<\/p>\n

We dont import refined petroleum products Dangote<\/p>\n

Fave cries out over alleged disruption of concert during Ramadan<\/p>\n

Youre a generational award, Odumeje tells Davido after Grammy loss<\/p>\n

Northern group rallies support for Tinubus reforms, spotlights youth, education, health gains<\/p>\n

New pan-African podcast explores how women are driving reforms in law<\/p>\n

FGs free metres yet to arrive Edo, says Commissioner<\/p>\n

2027: Group mobilises APC members in Ondo ahead of polls<\/p>\n

Police recover N2.3m ransom, burst kidnapping ring in Rivers<\/p>\n

Bandit attacks: Senate demands urgent military action, relief for Katsina communities<\/p>\n

Okpe palace annex sparks power play, revives Sapele ownership dispute<\/p>\n

Army denies killing of soldiers, burning of patrol vehicle in Ebonyi communal crisis<\/p>\n

2027: ADC cant match APC, Wike not a problem, says Yilwatda<\/p>\n

Funke Akindele attributes film industry success to hard work, dedication<\/p>\n

FG flags off water, irrigation, flood control projects across Kano, Jigawa<\/p>\n

Uvwie monarch to unveil biography to mark 18th coronation anniversary<\/p>\n

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

BREAKING: Senate rejects electronic transmission of results<\/p>\n

Ojulari: There was Pressure to Keep Refineries Running Despite Monumental Losses<\/p>\n

Building Collapse: Steel, Iron Rod Dealers Allege Internal Sabotage<\/p>\n

Senate reduces notice of election publication from 360 to 180 days<\/p>\n

Benue: 4 health workers infected as Lassa Fever cases rise to 56<\/p>\n

Residents flee as bandits kill soldier, loot Plateau community<\/p>\n

2027: Delay in Electoral Act amendment can affect election schedule<\/p>\n

Gov Yusufs aide takes on Kwankwasos camp as rift deepens<\/p>\n

Ogun students condemn smugglers attacks on customs officers<\/p>\n

Ex-Governor Suswam quits PDP<\/p>\n

How Forex Trading Encourages Daily Learning and Progress<\/p>\n

Boko Haram: US Sends Forces To Nigeria<\/p>\n

24-year-old arrested over alleged N48.5m scam at Lagos Airport<\/p>\n

Policeman, 16 villagers killed in Benue market attack<\/p>\n

Senate urges stocking of snake anti-venom, other antidotes in hospitals<\/p>\n

Corruption allegations: Again, court adjourns case against Ganduje, wife<\/p>\n

Katsina poultry farmers fear collapse as govt courts Turkish investors<\/p>\n

Bandits kill 10 in Kwara community<\/p>\n

Nigeria Press Council urges FG to protect information sovereignty<\/p>\n

Senate proposes new revenue formula to boost FG spending<\/p>\n

Community celebrates release of abducted bandits leader<\/p>\n

N117bn misappropriated under Tambuwal Probe panel<\/p>\n

Striking FCT workers resume after truce with Wike<\/p>\n

Drivers missing as Boko Haram intercepts trucks in Borno<\/p>\n

UPDATED: Atiku only ran into Yari at Abuja airport, says aide<\/p>\n

EFCC nabs Kannywood Star for alleged Naira mutilation<\/p>\n

Hospital bill worse than cancer Patient<\/p>\n

10 radiotherapy machines insufficient for over 200m Nigerians<\/p>\n

NECO: 9,016 NECO candidates engage in malpractice<\/p>\n

MakindeWike feud deepens PDP crisis ahead of 2027<\/p>\n

Defence minister Musa joins APC, named on convention committee<\/p>\n

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

World Cancer Day: Foundation urges FG to prioritise cancer care for indigent women<\/p>\n

Sustain fight against crime, criminality AIG charges police in Kaduna<\/p>\n

Troops smash ISWAP detention camps, free dozens in deep forest stronghold<\/p>\n

Enugu police arrest notorious IPOB\/ESN member linked to attacks on patrol teams<\/p>\n

Nigerian Immigration officer shoots Nigerien national at Baure border, victim dies<\/p>\n

Nigerian Immigration rescues 59 women, children from human trafficking in Borno<\/p>\n

Flutterwaves NYSE moment ignites global praise for Nigerian innovation<\/p>\n

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

Naira maintains steady rise, hits N1,358.28 as reserves grow<\/p>\n

FG slams DisCos for slow installation of World Bank-backed free meters<\/p>\n

AGOA extension offers Nigeria opportunity to tap US-Africa trade deal<\/p>\n

Why naira rallied to strongest level in two years<\/p>\n

Senate rejects e-transmission of results, 10-year election ban for vote buyers, others<\/p>\n

Nearly all abandoned federal projects are in these five states<\/p>\n

Bandits attack Kwara, kill 40 including soldiers<\/p>\n

Naira mutual funds surge 140% as dollar bets cool<\/p>\n

Insecurity: US deploys military team to Nigeria<\/p>\n

Nigerians\u2019 purchasing should be restructured to foster real economic development<\/p>\n

Nigeria\u2019s oil output falls by 40,000 bpd as OPEC struggles- Reuters report<\/p>\n

Oil output race tilts in favour of local firms after 70 years<\/p>\n

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

Bandits Attack Kwara Communities, Kill Villagers, Burn Houses<\/p>\n

Ondo @50: Tunji-Ojo Congratulates Aiyedatiwa, Drums Support For Tinubu<\/p>\n

Ebonyi Killing: Imposition Of Curfew In Amasiri To Forestall Reprisal Attack Commander<\/p>\n

2027: AIbom Community Demands Reps Slot For Equity, Fairness, Justice<\/p>\n

Energy Summit: Nigeria Stands With Africa, Global Partners To Deliver Secure, Affordable, Cleaner Energy Tinubu<\/p>\n

Terrorists Kill 16 Farmers, One Mopol Officer In Fresh Benue Attack<\/p>\n

IFC, NSIA Collaborate To Deepen Oncology, Cancer Treatment<\/p>\n

79 Nigerians Arrested In US Crackdown On Worst Of The Worst Criminal Offenders<\/p>\n

Police, Sokoto Community Thwart Cattle Rustling, Recover Stolen Livestock, Firearm<\/p>\n

BLUEPRINT      <\/strong><\/p>\n

Who will speak for young Nigerians dying for Russia<\/p>\n

That U.S. Christmas airstrikes in the North<\/p>\n

Remembering Khadi Alkali Habib Tijjani<\/p>\n

Benue: PDP speaks on Suswams defection to APC<\/p>\n

Full list of Nigerian athletes as 2026 Commonwealth Games camping kicks off in Asaba<\/p>\n

Benue: 17 k!lled, others missing in Abande market day ambush<\/p>\n

World Cancer Day: Women affairs minister preaches support, early detection<\/p>\n

FRSC laments loss of over 120 officers to reckless driving in 2025<\/p>\n

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