{"id":32751,"date":"2026-03-02T04:25:03","date_gmt":"2026-03-02T04:25:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32751"},"modified":"2026-03-02T04:25:03","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T04:25:03","slug":"nigerian-newspapers-headlines-monday-2-march-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32751","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Monday, 2 March 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

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

Khamenei: Killing of Irans leader violates moral, international law Putin<\/p>\n

At least 22 killed, 120 injured as protesters storm US consulate in Pakistan<\/p>\n

Pope Leo XIV calls for peace as IranIsrael conflict deepens<\/p>\n

Middle East crisis: IGP puts police on red alert, cautions against incitement<\/p>\n

\u2018No cause for alarm\u2019 – Gumi breaks silence after meeting with security operatives<\/p>\n

Khamenei stood for justice, his blood will fuel change in the Ummah \u2014 Gumi<\/p>\n

ADC begins online membership registration nationwide<\/p>\n

2027 will be Nigerias best election yet, INEC Chair assures Nigerians<\/p>\n

Lagos deputy governor warns against over-pampering children<\/p>\n

Nigerian Embassy in Kuwait advises citizens to stay vigilant amid Middle East tensions<\/p>\n

NUJ raises alarm over rising kidnappings, political crisis in Ondo<\/p>\n

Suspected herdsmen abduct, kill Ondo popular youth leader<\/p>\n

Many terrorists neutralised as troops foil attacks on three Borno communities<\/p>\n

NDLEA intercepts Togolese woman with 5,000 Tramadol pills<\/p>\n

Ikeja LG demolishes criminal hideouts, recovers guns and weapons<\/p>\n

Video: Why I pray UK deports Nigerians who left my company Keji Giwa<\/p>\n

Nwifuru mobilizes security to rescue kidnapped Ebonyi monarch<\/p>\n

2027: INEC overhauls party guidelines to align with Electoral Act 2026<\/p>\n

Soludo demolishes Onitsha main market despite court order<\/p>\n

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Former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad killed in US-Israeli strikes<\/p>\n

Trump claims US strikes sink nine Iranian Naval vessels, hit navy headquarters<\/p>\n

Solid Minerals: FG, AFC sign landmark $1.3bn alumina deal<\/p>\n

Lagos to close Super-Ilepo section of Lagos-Abeokuta Road for 3 months for rehabilitation<\/p>\n

Abia PDP slams Otti over alleged attack on journalist<\/p>\n

Tinubu needs second term to complete reforms, says Oyetola<\/p>\n

One dead, three injured as truck crushes tricycle in Epe, Lagos<\/p>\n

Nwifuru, VC warn 11,500 new students against cultism, exam malpractice<\/p>\n

Nasarawa Police recover stolen DAF truck cabin, arrest two suspects<\/p>\n

Three US military officers killed in Iran operation Pentagon<\/p>\n

Former PDP gubernatorial candidate Umbugadu quits party; PDP reacts<\/p>\n

Gunmen abduct father of former Ebonyi deputy governor<\/p>\n

Security Forces repel bandit attack in Wase, Plateau State<\/p>\n

Police reassures Nigerians amid Middle-East tensions, warns against incitement<\/p>\n

Tinubu, First Lady pay tribute to Pastor Adeboye at 84<\/p>\n

Lawyer urges Tinubu to seek political resolution in Nnamdi Kanu case<\/p>\n

FG urges Northern states, FCT to develop sustainability plans for ACReSAL project by 2028<\/p>\n

Umahi: Tinubus administration delivers visible projects in South East<\/p>\n

NASS commissions first Christian Chapel, leaders call for god-centered governance<\/p>\n

Presidency reacts to Tinubus poisoning allegation<\/p>\n

2027: Amaechi not endorsed as ADC South-South consensus presidential candidate Obidient Elders<\/p>\n

Top 10 happiest countries in Africa<\/p>\n

Civil Society Coalition rallies behind Umahi, warns against Trial by Social Media<\/p>\n

2026 UTME: JAMB to dismiss three staff over portal fraud<\/p>\n

Abia Govt to dredge Aba River, expand facilities at Enyimba Hotel<\/p>\n

Reps committee step up fight against drug abuse<\/p>\n

OPEC+ to raise oil output in April<\/p>\n

U.S. Coast Guard visits Tin-Can Island Port over ISPS code compliance<\/p>\n

Ramadan: Four killed in stampede during distribution of alms in Katsina Police<\/p>\n

EXPLAINER: What to know about latest US-Israeli strike on Iran<\/p>\n

Former Ebonyi Deputy Governors father, Igwe, abducted Police<\/p>\n

UK flights to, from Middle East remain suspended until Monday<\/p>\n

Khamenei: Jubilation as Israel celebrates Iran leaders death<\/p>\n

Nine killed in Iran missile attack on Israel First responders<\/p>\n

After Khameneis killing, who is running Iran now<\/p>\n

Deaf and dumb girl trafficked to Cte dIvoire is missing<\/p>\n

Why NASS included manual, electronic transmissions in Electoral Act Speaker Abbas<\/p>\n

China condemns attack, killing of Irans supreme leader<\/p>\n

Oil price hits $73 per barrel on U.S. strikes on Iran<\/p>\n

One dead, 11 injured after Iranian missiles hit UAEairports<\/p>\n

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

2027 polls won\u2019t be 100% perfect, INEC chair warns<\/p>\n

Iran-US conflict may raise Nigeria\u2019s fuel prices<\/p>\n

School owners fear 700,000 Ogun students may miss WASSCE<\/p>\n

FG, AFC ink $1.3bn mining investment deal<\/p>\n

FAAN\u2019s cashless policy rollout sparks airport gridlock<\/p>\n

Army Major, 10 terrorists killed in foiled attacks on military bases<\/p>\n

CIA intel helped US, Israel kill Irans supreme leader Report<\/p>\n

Probe Google, Meta, others over media, consumer harms, SERAP urges FCCPC<\/p>\n

Ramadan: Police suspend Tashe local performance in Kano over insecurity<\/p>\n

Abia Rep dumps APGA, set to reveal new party<\/p>\n

Peter Obi slams politicians focus on 2027 elections despite rising insecurity<\/p>\n

How NURTW stopped suspected ritualist from sending babys corpse through courier<\/p>\n

Oman port hit, worker injured as Iran hits Gulf for second day<\/p>\n

Obasanjo hails Ogun monarch ObaSodeinde on his 100th birthday<\/p>\n

Ogun APC chieftain slams IyaboObasanjos opportunist comment on Yayi<\/p>\n

Ebonyi gov suspends works, infrastructure commissioners<\/p>\n

Ogun CJ urges collaboration, adoption of technology to tackle sexual violence cases<\/p>\n

ExVP Harris slams Trump for dragging US into unwanted Iran conflict<\/p>\n

Abia unveils CSR framework to align private sector with community projects<\/p>\n

Khameneis daughter, son-in-law, granddaughter killed in US-Israel strike Iranian media<\/p>\n

Iran attack: US Secretary of State Rubio cancels Israel visit<\/p>\n

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

Iranian Ayatollah Khamenei, 40 Leaders Dead in US, Israel Airstrikes, Says Trump<\/p>\n

Tinubu: Tension over Subsidy Removal Has Reduced, SaysBetter Days Lie Ahead<\/p>\n

Tinubu Receives Ex-Defence Minister, TY Danjuma, at Aso Rock<\/p>\n

US Military Support Not Threat to Nigerias Sovereignty, DHQ Clarifies<\/p>\n

At Ramadan Lecture, Information Minister Says Fake News is a Major Threat to Nigerias Stability<\/p>\n

FAAN Announces Middle East Flight Disruptions after US-Israel Strikes on Iran<\/p>\n

Umahi: Nobody Can Distract Me from Fulfilling Mandate of Serving God, Tinubu, Nigerians<\/p>\n

Seyi Tinubu Breaks Silence on King Mitchy, VeryDarkMan Controversy, Says He Will Not Be Bullied<\/p>\n

Insecurity: Zamfara Gov Holds Emergency Meeting, Urges Action against Attacks<\/p>\n

EFCC is Probing Alleged N10bn Non-existent Abia Airport by Ikpeazus Administration, Says Otti<\/p>\n

Lassa Fever Kills 10 Health Workers in Benue<\/p>\n

JAMB Probes Syndicate Using AI to Sabotage 2026 UTME Registration<\/p>\n

Ahead 2027,Turaki-led PDP Begins Nationwide Membership Drive Monday<\/p>\n

NCAA Orders Airline to Refund Passengers Charged VAT Before January 1<\/p>\n

Tinubu Targets Revenue Leakages, OrdersDirect Remittance of Oil and Gas Proceeds<\/p>\n

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

Ogoni youths threaten to occupy NNPCL office over non-funding of FUET<\/p>\n

2027: ADC bows to Electoral law, begins online membership registration<\/p>\n

FG urges youths to harness social media for economic empowerment<\/p>\n

Onibon: Nigerias crisis rooted in moral decline, not lack of knowledge<\/p>\n

Bauchi convoy crash: BATVs Kabiru Ilaleh dies days after Channels Kani Bens burial<\/p>\n

Amadeus University gets NUCs nod for new medical, pharmacy, law courses<\/p>\n

Sanwo-Olu to Red Cross: Use technology to strengthen emergency response in Lagos<\/p>\n

One killed, three injured as truck rams into tricycle in Lagos<\/p>\n

Why Osun APC endorsed Tinubu for second term, by Oyetola<\/p>\n

Adamawa APC chieftain Girei denies one-party agenda, says defections reflect free choice<\/p>\n

FG to IBEDC: Expedite action on free meter distribution to Nigerians<\/p>\n

Philanthropist donates N200m to LCCN, 400 jobs, scholarships to pastors children<\/p>\n

Tinubu a multi-party democrat- Girei<\/p>\n

Simulation exercise: NSCDC boss condoles family of deceased female officer<\/p>\n

Presidency debunks report of alleged plot to poison Tinubu, describes claim as fake<\/p>\n

Aliyu rallies APC grassroots leaders, says local base key to electoral victory in Sokoto<\/p>\n

Diaspora group issues legal notice to VeryDarkMan over alleged defamatory comments<\/p>\n

Tinubu, First Lady hail Adeboye at 84, describe him as one of Nigerias greatest gifts<\/p>\n

Why NASS included both electronic and manual transmissions in Electoral ActSpeaker Abbas<\/p>\n

Court restores Green Energy, Lekoil status quo for operations<\/p>\n

North-west youths urge NAssembly to fast-track constitutional amendment bills<\/p>\n

NDLEA nabs wanted drug kingpin after 13 years in hiding over cocaine, heroin shipments<\/p>\n

Nigeria projects data-driven reform strategy at WCO Brussels<\/p>\n

Why FG should revisit below 16-year-old policy for tertiary institutions, by Mbamalu<\/p>\n

LASTMA deploys advanced technology to improve road safety in Lagos<\/p>\n

Brand awards N500,000 to Marathon winners, sustains health advocacy<\/p>\n

APC tackles ADC over INECS new timetable, backs reforms ahead of 2027 election<\/p>\n

Gunmen kidnap father of former Ebonyi deputy governor<\/p>\n

Delta APC fixes March 3 for state congress in Asaba<\/p>\n

Oil-rich Eba Island belongs to Ogun, not Ondo Ogun Waterside monarchs, leaders<\/p>\n

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

Osimhen: Why I rejected captains armband in Galatasaray win<\/p>\n

Obi: Over 1,000 Nigerians killed this year<\/p>\n

Cancer: Millions of Nigerians in IDP camps, rural areas at risk<\/p>\n

Insecurity: Over 300,000 Residents Displaced in Niger Bago<\/p>\n

Envoy reacts to Nigerian scholars allegations on fee hike in Australia<\/p>\n

Australian envoy reacts to Nigerian scholars allegations on fee hike<\/p>\n

Euro Leagues roundup: Yamals landmark hattrick leads Barcelona to victory, as Bayern Munich win Klassiker derby<\/p>\n

Lucky soul who died in Jihad, Gumi hails Supreme Leader of Iran<\/p>\n

Umahi: Nothing wrong being accused of chasing a woman<\/p>\n

Cameroons Lioness defeat Super Falcons in pre-WAFCON friendly<\/p>\n

Akande calls attention to Leah Sharibu, 8 years after her abduction<\/p>\n

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

Major, Captain, seven others feared dead after ISWAP invasion<\/p>\n

Dubai now a ghost town as Iranian strikes rattle city<\/p>\n

Presidency dismisses alleged plot to poison Tinubu<\/p>\n

Oil jumps 10% on Iran conflict and could spike to $100 a barrel, analysts say<\/p>\n

Oil rally from Iran conflict may support naira but inflation risk looms \u2014 Yusuf<\/p>\n

Will PDP, LP, ADC sheath swords for common candidate?<\/p>\n

With the 2027 general election fast approaching, Nigeria\u2019s opposition parties are under pressure to close ranks and present a united…<\/p>\n

TCN announces scheduled power outage along Benin\u2013Ajaokuta transmission line<\/p>\n

ADC launches free online membership registration ahead of 2027 elections<\/p>\n

Nigerian shippers brace for rate hikes as Middle East conflicts force shipping giants\u2019 reroutes<\/p>\n

Iran launches fresh ballistic missile strikes on Israel<\/p>\n

Trump says Iran wants to talk after strikes kill its supreme leader<\/p>\n

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

Gunmen Abduct, Kill Socialite In Ondo Community<\/p>\n

Ramadan 2026: Renewed Hope Initiative, NEDC Distribute Food Items To Vulnerable Families<\/p>\n

Take More Developmental Projects To Ayakoro Community, Ogbuku Urges Diri<\/p>\n

Ramadan 2026: Renewed Hope Initiative, NEDC Distribute Food Items To Vulnerable Families<\/p>\n

US-Israel Strikes: Pope Leo XIV Calls For Dialogue Over Iran Conflict<\/p>\n

Aliyu Hosts APC Grassroots Stakeholders Meeting<\/p>\n

Nations Not Sustained By Power Alone But Providence Of God Akpabio<\/p>\n

Ramadan 2026: Renewed Hope Initiative, NEDC Distribute Food Items To Vulnerable Families<\/p>\n

NiMet DG Bags African Public Sector Leader Of The Year Award<\/p>\n

Ramadan 2026: Renewed Hope Initiative, NEDC Distribute Food Items To Vulnerable Families<\/p>\n

Islamic Clerics Laud Adelekes Developmental Strides<\/p>\n

Ramadan 2026: Renewed Hope Initiative, NEDC Distribute Food Items To Vulnerable Families<\/p>\n

US-Isreal Strikes: OPEC+ Hikes Oil Production Amid Iran Conflict<\/p>\n

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Gov Bala Expresses Sorrow Over Death Of Bauchi Cameraman<\/p>\n

Ramadan 2026: Renewed Hope Initiative, NEDC Distribute Food Items To Vulnerable Families<\/p>\n

Tinubu Donates 50 CNG Buses As MDGIF Unveils Refuelling Station At OAU<\/p>\n

NIMASA, WMU Sign MoU On Human Capital, Institutional Capacity<\/p>\n

Iran Reprisal Strikes Hit Dubai, Abu Dhabi, One Killed, 11 Injured<\/p>\n

Tinubu, Wife Pay Tribute To Pastor Adeboye At 84<\/p>\n

2027: Adebayo Accuses Tinubu Of Weakening Electoral Transparency<\/p>\n

8,205 Students Trained Onshore\/Offshore By Otuaro<\/p>\n

Insecurity: Over 1,000 Nigerians Killed, Abducted In 2026 Obi<\/p>\n

Guber Poll: Oyebanji Assures On Upholding Electoral Act<\/p>\n

Zamfara: Foundation Vows To Cement Gaps Between Police, Citizens<\/p>\n

Ramadan: Islamic Clerics Urge Political Leaders To Leave Office With Positive Impact<\/p>\n

Put Interest Of Nigerian Citizens First, Angaye Urges Politicians<\/p>\n

2027: Why Osun APC Endorsed Tinubu For 2nd Term Oyetola<\/p>\n

NDLEA Arrests Wanted Drug Kingpin<\/p>\n

Tinubus Decisions Saved Many States From Bankruptcy Sule<\/p>\n

Sokoto Legislature, Judiciary Laud Gov. Aliyus Developmental Strides<\/p>\n

Electoral Act: Why NASS Adopted Both Electronic, Manual Transmissions Abbas<\/p>\n

Senate Leader, Bamidele Promises N200m Annual Research Fund For Varsity<\/p>\n

Gunmen Kidnap Father Of Ex-Ebonyi Deputy Governor<\/p>\n

Reps Seek Establishment Of Fintech Regulatory Commission<\/p>\n

Irans Military Chief Of Staff, Defence Minister Killed In US-Israel Strike<\/p>\n

We Have Confidence In INEC Timetable APC<\/p>\n

Demolition Of Illegal Structures Commences In Onitsha<\/p>\n

Fear Over Use Of Fattening Drugs On Livestock<\/p>\n

Constitution Amendment For State Police Will Be Concluded Before End Of 2026 Senate<\/p>\n

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

FG, AFC sign landmark $1.3 billion alumina deal<\/p>\n

Medical centre refutes malicious allegations against CMD<\/p>\n

Reflecting on Oluwaseyi Tinubu, the Okanlomo of Yoruba-land<\/p>\n

Of Minister Umahi, Tracys deja vu unpaid contract claims<\/p>\n

Your wise counsel moving Niger forward, Bago tells IBB, Abubakar<\/p>\n

Middle East crisis: IGP orders security beef up as Shiites protest in Niger state<\/p>\n

African Court elects Congolese Tchikaya as new president<\/p>\n

Ex-Power minister Mamman closes defence, urges court to dismiss fraud charges<\/p>\n

Anti-corruption: NBA hosts CIFCFIN, mulls partnership<\/p>\n

Ebonyi government halts road project over substandard materials, warns contractors<\/p>\n

TNN receives coalition report in Kano, fixes March 7, 2026 for Abuja ratification<\/p>\n

APC is only serious party in Nigeria Oyo spokesman<\/p>\n

Shekarau praises Adebayo, says great minds think alike despite party differences<\/p>\n

2027 ll be Tinubu\/APC versus Nigerians Atiku<\/p>\n

House of Representatives subject Fintech regulatory agency bill to public scrutiny<\/p>\n

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