{"id":32592,"date":"2026-02-07T01:32:43","date_gmt":"2026-02-07T01:32:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32592"},"modified":"2026-02-07T01:32:43","modified_gmt":"2026-02-07T01:32:43","slug":"nigerian-newspapers-headlines-saturday-7-february-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32592","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Saturday, 7 February 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

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

Trump deletes controversial video depicting Obamas as monkeys<\/p>\n

85% of senators support e-transmission, Kingibe debunks legislative blockade claims<\/p>\n

Abia PDP hails INEC\u2019s recognition of Anyanwu-led national committee<\/p>\n

Canada gave me opportunities, Nigeria gave me purpose \u2013 Public health expert, Fayemi<\/p>\n

FG approves unified rules for shoreline allocation, reclamation<\/p>\n

Cultists behead youth president, kill aide in Rivers<\/p>\n

Fake drugs kill, Natasha backs NAFDACs fight against counterfeit medicines<\/p>\n

Nigerian Army graduates 589 soldiers for Operation Hadin Kai<\/p>\n

NOA conducts 2026 staff promotion exam nationwide<\/p>\n

Oyo seizes chemically ripened fruits in market raid<\/p>\n

Wike inspects satellite town roads, promises completion<\/p>\n

NMDPRA seals 11 petrol stations in Rivers for under-dispensing product, others<\/p>\n

Customs pledges faster, safer routes for Niger cargo<\/p>\n

18,000 benefit from EU-funded digital skills programme in Borno, Yobe<\/p>\n

MURIC wants FG to explain US military presence in Nigeria<\/p>\n

FG announces six-week partial closure of LagosIbadan Expressway for bridge repairs<\/p>\n

Oyo positioned for global trade under AfCFTA strategy – Makinde<\/p>\n

Police return $23,000 to victim of international romance scam<\/p>\n

Northern group condemns Kwara, Katsina attacks, demands security reforms<\/p>\n

Electoral Act: Situation room slams senate for rejecting mandatory e-transmission<\/p>\n

APC replaces Uzodimma with Masari as convention committee chair<\/p>\n

Anambra first lady seeks end to female genital mutilation<\/p>\n

Gov wife’s forum seeks united action to eliminate FGM<\/p>\n

Ribadu warns political actors against violence, vote-buying<\/p>\n

FHA remits N2.9bn to FG, begins massive staff promotions MD<\/p>\n

Flights resume at Enugu airport after protest over concession plan<\/p>\n

Nigerians demand real-time election result upload, Ezekwesili cautions lawmakers<\/p>\n

FRSC backs life sentence for truck driver over officers death<\/p>\n

NDDC reaffirms support for Navy, security agencies in Niger Delta<\/p>\n

Insurgency has denied children access to immunisation – Ex-Rep member<\/p>\n

Oyo to buy 60,000 laptops for WAEC CBT transition<\/p>\n

New Oyo federal varsity sets March 6 for pioneer student resumption<\/p>\n

Saudi Arabia sets deadline for Hajj registration, data capturing, others<\/p>\n

FG gives Chinese contractor seven-day ultimatum over poor road work<\/p>\n

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

Niger Delta: NACAT Seeks Equitable Distribution of Pipeline Surveillance Contracts<\/p>\n

Nigerias GDP Lower Today Than Under Obasanjo 20 Years Ago, Says Gbenga Hashim<\/p>\n

SDP Demands Real-Time Electronic Transmission of Election Results<\/p>\n

4.11% Women Representation in APC Convention Committee Unacceptable<\/p>\n

Police Bust Online Investment Scam Syndicate, Arrest Seven in Delta Raid<\/p>\n

Katsina Targets 70MW Capacity to Tackle Epileptic Power Supply<\/p>\n

NCC, NDPC Sign MoU to Enhance Data Protection in Telecoms Sector<\/p>\n

76 Years After, Court Orders Britain to Pay 21 Murdered Enugu Coal Miners 420m<\/p>\n

Soyinka Warns Against Tyranny, Canvasses Justice, Historical Consciousness, Cultural Dignity as Antidotes to Oppression<\/p>\n

Zacch Adedeji Seeks Value Addition to Raw Materials Export to Unleash Economic Prosperity<\/p>\n

Tinubu Expands Womens Economic Programme to 25m Beneficiaries Nationwide<\/p>\n

2026 Appropriation Bill: Nine States Meet 15% Health Budget Mark<\/p>\n

Promad Report: States Annual Budget Increases to N36.98tn in 2026<\/p>\n

Nigeria Keys into $7.7trn Global Halal Market as National Economy Strategy is Launched<\/p>\n

NMDPRA Decries 5,000MW Power Supply, Says Gas Sufficiency Not Nigerias Problem<\/p>\n

NIS: Corruption Poses Existential Threat to National Security, Economic Devt, Nigerias International Standing<\/p>\n

At Meeting with Political Parties, INEC Recognises Wike-backed PDP, Usmans LP<\/p>\n

Opposition Warns Democracy on the Brink over Senates Refusal to Mandate Real-time Upload of Results<\/p>\n

Tinubu: We Will Defeat All Those Out to Divide Nigeria Through Terrorist Attacks<\/p>\n

Election Day Workers Are Silent Casualties of Nigerias Electoral System, Says Yilwatda<\/p>\n

Aderinokun: ADC Has Capacity to Wrest Power from APC in 2027<\/p>\n

How Cost of Residential Permit Aid Expatriates Illegally Stay in Nigeria<\/p>\n

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

Omoni Oboli defends visibility amid Nollywood promotion debate<\/p>\n

NNPC explores refinery partnership with Chinese firm<\/p>\n

Elections can\u2019t be credible if citizens feel unsafe, says INEC Chairman<\/p>\n

PDP crisis deepens as caretaker committee moves to reopen secretariat<\/p>\n

Kefas breaks silence on alleged rift with T.Y. Danjuma<\/p>\n

EU wraps up digital skills programme, boosts inclusive growth<\/p>\n

Tech Firm, Varsity partner to drive indigenous innovation in Nigeria<\/p>\n

Gunmen behead youth president, shoot aide dead in Rivers<\/p>\n

Over 300 flee Plateau communities after bandit attacks kill soldier, residents<\/p>\n

Businesses battle rising costs as confidence weakens in January<\/p>\n

FG tips gas as driver of power sector, says reforms resolved legacy debts<\/p>\n

NNPC blames refinery failures on weak operations, not funding<\/p>\n

Beyond sanctions, time to reform Africa Cup of Nations<\/p>\n

Engineers back real-time election results transmission nationwide<\/p>\n

Nigeria connects 10.3m users to networks as teledensity hits 82.8%<\/p>\n

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

NBA President labels judges, lawyers worst bribe-takers, calls for judicial reforms<\/p>\n

Tinubu directs full funding for sports, promises support for athletes from 2026<\/p>\n

APC drops Uzodimma as National Convention chairman, appoints Masari<\/p>\n

Fresh attacks rock Benue as suspected herdsmen torch market, villages deserted in Kwande, Apa LGAs<\/p>\n

2027 Elections: 70 CSOs insist on real-time electronic transmission of votes<\/p>\n

IGP Egbetokun congratulates 26,122 promoted officers, commends PSC for sustained collaboration<\/p>\n

FG announces six-week partial closure of Lagos\u2013Ibadan Expressway for bridge repairs<\/p>\n

VC appointment process at Federal University Wukari raises concerns among stakeholders<\/p>\n

Trumps recognition of Oluremi Tinubu, diplomatic win for Nigeria Oshiomhole<\/p>\n

Trump deletes racist video depicting Obamas as monkeys after backlash<\/p>\n

FG announces six-week partial closure of LagosIbadan Expressway for bridge repairs<\/p>\n

Gowon calls for moral renewal, seeks support for Bible Society at 60th anniversary<\/p>\n

2027 Elections: Senate didnt reject e-transmission Coalition<\/p>\n

Ronaldo to miss second Al Nassr game amid ongoing strike<\/p>\n

Electronic transmission of results: Senates decision is self serving towards one party state Afenifere<\/p>\n

Tinubu, govs attend Matawalles childrens wedding fatiha in Abuja<\/p>\n

INEC recognition clears path for PDP convention Wike-aligned faction<\/p>\n

APC drops Uzodimma as National Convention chairman, appoints Masari<\/p>\n

I sold limousine gifted to me to buy motorcycles for my pastors Pastor Adeboye<\/p>\n

3 African countries agree to take back migrants after UK visa warning<\/p>\n

Tambuwal gets fresh democratic dividends as Dikko rallies APC stakeholders in Sokoto<\/p>\n

Trump sparks outrage with video depicting Obamas as monkeys<\/p>\n

18 Senegalese detained in Morocco over AFCON match go on hunger strike<\/p>\n

Barcelona set to seal permanent deal for Marcus Rashford<\/p>\n

Elections: NSA warns political actors against violence, vote-buying<\/p>\n

Tinubus reforms stabilising economy, restoring confidence Information Minister<\/p>\n

FCT poll: INEC tasks security agencies on planning, deployment, intelligence gathering<\/p>\n

US denounces horrific Kwara killings, endorses Tinubus security response<\/p>\n

Reps audit report indicts 6 FCT area councils over N100bn infractions<\/p>\n

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

Tinubu plays father of the day role at Matawalles childrens wedding Fatiha<\/p>\n

Fed Govt records 2.5m metric tonnes of food output under NAGS-AP in four years<\/p>\n

INECs recognition will restore stability in PDP Wike-backed faction<\/p>\n

Fear in Rivers as gunmen behead youth leader, kill aide<\/p>\n

Stakeholders urge youths to take advantage of student loan, other govt programmes<\/p>\n

Tax Reforms: How Nigerians earn more through PAYE reductions, net pay up, taxes down<\/p>\n

Nigeria, Niger agree on terms to eradicate regional insurgency<\/p>\n

APC appoints ex-governor Masari as new head of national Convention committee<\/p>\n

Credibility of elections, democracy depends on ability to secure electoral process INEC<\/p>\n

Stakeholders call for alignment of Delta disability law with National Act<\/p>\n

Govt seizes chemically ripened fruits in Oyo market, issues health warning<\/p>\n

NATE seeks presidential backing for abolishment of HND\/BSc dichotomy<\/p>\n

Customs to equip 100 officers for strategic leadership positions<\/p>\n

Appeal Court upholds N2.5b judgment against ABU over unlawful sack of 110 staff<\/p>\n

Economic indicators showing improvement, says Information Minister<\/p>\n

Kwara attack: NEMA deploys response team, relief items to Kaiama<\/p>\n

NIMASA eyes Deep Blue expansion as project draws global interest<\/p>\n

Top 10 European countries with highest minimum wages<\/p>\n

Elections: NSA warns political actors against violence, vote-buying<\/p>\n

Tinubus reforms stabilising economy, restoring confidence Information Minister<\/p>\n

Customs introduces mandatory drug tests for officers nationwide<\/p>\n

NUPRC clarifies conditions for deductions from host community trust fund<\/p>\n

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

BREAKING: Amid outrage, Trump pulls down racist video against the Obamas<\/p>\n

Buharis Widow Visits Atiku in Saudi Arabia<\/p>\n

2027: APC Makes U Turn, Replaces Uzodimma as Convention Chair<\/p>\n

Outrage as Trump shares video depicting Barack Obama, Wife as monkeys<\/p>\n

PDP Crisis: Turaki, Wike factions lock horns over Wadata Plaza takeover<\/p>\n

ADC: Nationwide killings show Tinubus govt lacks capacity<\/p>\n

INEC cant choose leaders for PDP Turaki<\/p>\n

Sealed PDP national secretariat will be reopened Monday Anyanwu<\/p>\n

Nigeria taps $7.7trn halal market as FG launches national economy strategy<\/p>\n

Taraba launches seed revolution as Kefas Flags Off Taraba Seeds Ltd<\/p>\n

2027 election: Ex-gov Wada, Karimi boost grassroots support for Tinubu<\/p>\n

Nuclear programme: Iran, US for talks today<\/p>\n

FG deploys 700 firefighters nationwide<\/p>\n

We are still burying the dead: Inside Kwaras massacre<\/p>\n

Man jailed 21 years for raping 2 minors in Kano<\/p>\n

Chief Imam, 2 others abducted in Kaduna community<\/p>\n

Gunmen abduct pupils, others in Edo; demand N260m ransom<\/p>\n

Man jailed 3 months for threatening mother in Kano<\/p>\n

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

Africa Finance in Brief: Afreximbank boost, shrinking aid, uneven growth redraw Africa\u2019s finance landscape<\/p>\n

Naira records 1.5% weekly gain as reserves maintain growth<\/p>\n

Alex Iwobi: Super Eagles waiting on FIFA for 2026 World Cup decision<\/p>\n

Nigerian loss adjusters get fee boost after 33 years<\/p>\n

Nigeria\u2019s new industrial policy to boost jobs hangs on old problems<\/p>\n

Documented, Denied, Derelict: Mapping 25 years of the Nigerian Army’s extrajudicial killings without justice<\/p>\n

Power outages persist as 58% of hydro projects stay frozen<\/p>\n

Telecom giants chase data as subscriber growth plateaus<\/p>\n

\u201cVery respected woman\u201d, Trump praises Remi Tinubu at US prayer breakfast in Washington<\/p>\n

Saudi Arabia tests the limits of tourism reform as it quietly relaxes alcohol ban<\/p>\n

Canada\u2019s colleges struggle, jobs slashed as international student numbers plunge<\/p>\n

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

Tax Reforms: How Nigerians Are Earning More Through PAYE Reductions, Net Pay Up, Taxes Down<\/p>\n

Blue Economy Can Drive Nigerias Economic Transformation Chukwudi<\/p>\n

NEDC Delegation Coverage Disrupted As Journalists Involved In Road Crash In Bauchi<\/p>\n

Transcorp Power Records 30% Year-On-Year Revenue Growth To 398.27bn<\/p>\n

Kwara Attack: Adebayo Slams Tinubu Over Military Deployment<\/p>\n

Sanwo-Olu Leads Wreath-Laying For Murtala Muhammeds 50th Posthumous Anniversary<\/p>\n

Natl Grid: EKEDC Announces Power Disruptions As Generation Drops<\/p>\n

Adeleke To Police: Unseal Amotekun To Contain Banditry, Kidnapping<\/p>\n

Trino Motion Pictures Secures Deal With Tribe Nation Theatrical Distribution For To Adaego With Love<\/p>\n

Auditor-Generals Report Indicts FCT Councils Over N100bn Infractions<\/p>\n

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

2026: Our elections calendar unusually demanding, INEC chair cries out<\/p>\n

Traditional rulers task FG on 70% local drug production by 2030<\/p>\n

2026 Niger Delta Games: Igali meets coaches, secretaries, others in Bayelsa<\/p>\n

Appeal Court: Justice Abang dismisses CBN, ABU appeals in N2.5bn judgment debt<\/p>\n

NFF s Sanusi hails Musa Nimrod for volleyball growth in Nigeria<\/p>\n

Tinubu positions Nigeria among leading nations, declares 2026 Year of Families, Social Development<\/p>\n

Federal University Wukari: Taraba group petitions education ministry, demands intervention in VC appointment<\/p>\n

Nigerian pilgrims should do the right thing if our green passport must earn global recognition Olori Adewusi<\/p>\n

Transcorp Power records 30% year-on-year revenue growth to 398.27bn<\/p>\n

Kurmin Wali: NBA commends Uba Sani, security agents efforts<\/p>\n

CITAD calls for inclusive, green digital transformation in Nigeria<\/p>\n

Don reveals reason behind formation of Gongola Peoples Forum<\/p>\n

NEPZA: FG inaugurates governing board for measurable economic reforms<\/p>\n

World Crafts Council honours Runsewe with Africa Icon Award<\/p>\n

Governor Aliyu and the restoration of the Sokoto Caliphates legacy<\/p>\n

Nwifuru issues 3-month deadline for completion of ongoing projects<\/p>\n

Ebonyi: Lamentations over Nwifurus curfew in Amasiri community<\/p>\n

2027: 4 years after ineligibility, Idris declares interest for Zamfara governorship race<\/p>\n

FG tackles Chinese coy over dusty Mararaba-Keffi-Akwanga-Lafia-Makurdi road projects<\/p>\n

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