{"id":32939,"date":"2026-04-02T03:05:25","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T03:05:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32939"},"modified":"2026-04-02T03:05:25","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T03:05:25","slug":"nigerian-newspapers-headlines-thursday-2-april-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32939","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Thursday, 2 April 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

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

Trump says US could \u2018leave\u2019 Iran war within 2-3 weeks, even without a deal<\/p>\n

Starmer turns to EU as Iran war rattles UK economy<\/p>\n

Nigerian states return to debt markets as domestic borrowing hits N4trn<\/p>\n

Nigeria woos aircraft lessors, financiers as reforms gain momentum<\/p>\n

Nigeria\u2019s gas riches lure Europe, but pipelines aren\u2019t ready<\/p>\n

Tension grips Jos as traders flee shops amid fresh panic<\/p>\n

How Nigerian banks defied odds to raise N4.6trn in 2yrs<\/p>\n

Tinubu postpone Ogun visit, heads to Plateau, 3 other States<\/p>\n

FIFA Rankings: Super Eagles retain 26th spot, France reclaim number one<\/p>\n

Naira firms at April open as remittance reforms boost liquidity<\/p>\n

2027: How Adelabu was edged out of Oyo governorship race<\/p>\n

Nigeria capable of earning $60bn annually from iron ore \u2013 geologist<\/p>\n

Surging bank liquidity triggers 16-fold mop-up by CBN<\/h5>\n

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

American arrested over Facebook posts threatening to kill Trump<\/p>\n

INEC derecognises Mark, Aregbesola, parties revolt<\/p>\n

Alleged coup: Families of detained officers protest at N\u2019Assembly<\/p>\n

Eight charcoal workers abducted in Plateau community<\/p>\n

Abuja agent in EFCC net for suspected N288m estate fraud<\/p>\n

Minister urges EU action against Gulf maritime crimes<\/p>\n

Customs auction N14.8m petrol in Ikeja<\/p>\n

MMIA secretariat closure costing Nigeria huge revenue \u2013 Agents<\/p>\n

Plateau killings: Tinubu visits Jos, IG deploys mobile police<\/p>\n

2027: Wike fires back at Bauchi gov amid PDP crisis<\/p>\n

No free rides, AIG orders police officers to pay transport fares<\/p>\n

Rival groups clash over Desmond Elliots fourth-term bid<\/p>\n

Bayern women beat Man United 2-1 to reach Champions League semi-finals<\/p>\n

US congressman warns of direct role if FG fails to curb killings<\/p>\n

FIFA rankings: Super Eagles rank third in Africa, 26th globally<\/p>\n

Tinubu postpones Ogun trip, heads to Plateau over killings<\/p>\n

Easter: TRACE, FRSC intensify patrol, enforcement in Ogun<\/p>\n

NiDCOM targets diaspora investments beyond remittances<\/p>\n

EFCC arrests TikToker over false kidnap claim<\/p>\n

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

Acting on Court Order, INEC Deletes Mark, Aregbesolas Names from Website, to Shun Convention<\/p>\n

Concerns Rise Over Insider Risks As Organisations Focus on External Cyber Threats<\/p>\n

FG Declares April 3 and 6 Public Holidays for Easter<\/p>\n

Bayelsa Set to Inaugurate Independent Power, 630-Metre Bridge, Dual Carriage Road Projects<\/p>\n

Nigerias Banking System Emerges Stronger As CBN Concludes Historic Recapitalisation<\/p>\n

Nigerians Pocket over N2bn As Sterling Bank Marks One Year of Zero Transfer Fees<\/p>\n

Nigeria Records 0.74% Drop in Oil Reserves to 37.01bn Barrels, Gas Hits 215.19TCF<\/p>\n

Adebayo Urges Nigeria to Reconnect With Independence-Era Ideals at Stakeholders Summit<\/p>\n

APC Resumes Electronic Membership Registration<\/p>\n

FG, UNDP To Transform Nigerian Varsities Into AI Innovation, Digital Talent Hubs<\/p>\n

CBN: Banks Raised N4.65tn from Recapitalisation<\/p>\n

Court Adjourns to April 14 El-Rufais Bail Application<\/p>\n

Royal Intervention Ends Okpella Labour Dispute, BUA Agrees to Reinstate Drivers<\/p>\n

FG Launches $2bn Digital Economy Research Clusters to Boost Innovations<\/p>\n

Sahara Power Group Joins Mission 300 to Accelerate Electricity Access for 300m Africans by 2030<\/p>\n

Nigerians Pocket over N1.6bn As Sterling Bank Marks One Year of Zero Transfer Fees<\/p>\n

2027: Afenifere, Arewa Consultative Forum, Northern Elders Forum Back SDP<\/p>\n

Instead of Saving for Rainy Day, National Assembly Jacks Up 2026 Proposed Budget<\/p>\n

Afreximbank Anchors $2.5bn of Fresh $4bn Dangote Refinery Syndicated Loan<\/p>\n

Adeosun, Entrepreneurs Unveil Platform to Help Startups Build Resilient Businesses<\/p>\n

Stock Market Gained N29.83 Trillion in First Quarter 2026<\/p>\n

Edun: Nigeria has Expanded Intl Tax Cooperation to Recover Revenues Lost through Illicit Financial Flows<\/p>\n

2026 Budget: NPA Targets N1.489 Trillion Revenue, Moves to Update Ageing Lagos Ports<\/p>\n

Renaissance Raises Gas Production to 2.2bcf, Targets 3bcf by 2030<\/p>\n

ICPC Arraigns El-Rufai in Dual Court Proceedings, Hearing on Bail Application Adjourned Today<\/p>\n

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

Okwaraji U-16 championship unveiled to unearth future football stars<\/p>\n

Tinubu alters itinerary, reschedules Ogun visit, heads to Jos over Plateau killings<\/p>\n

Girls’ Education: Kaduna incorporates life skills, gender policies in education curriculum<\/p>\n

Court freezes firm\u2019s accounts over N407m alleged debt<\/p>\n

ADC crisis deepens as INEC removes David Mark-led NWC<\/p>\n

FG repatriates 1,230 Nigerians stranded in Niger<\/p>\n

Indiscipline, not corruption, Nigeria\u2019s core challenge \u2014 ex-Power Minister<\/p>\n

\u2018Oil surge lifts Nigeria\u2019s outlook amid market volatility\u2019<\/p>\n

NPA plans Onne, Warri, Calabar port upgrade to drive cargo traffic<\/p>\n

APC moves to woo Bala Mohammed as gov signals defection to ADC<\/p>\n

Uzodimma, Wike political rift deepens over Tinubu 2027 campaign in S\/E, S\/S<\/p>\n

Transport minister resigns as Adelabu shelves Oyo guber ambition<\/p>\n

2027: Mass defections in House of Reps as 28 switch parties<\/p>\n

\u2018North needs new anchors to fill emerging political vacuum\u2019<\/p>\n

ADC yet to receive official communication on Mark’s removal from INEC portal<\/p>\n

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

Iranians vow to resist until the end at Guards naval chiefs funeral<\/p>\n

Navy hands over 3 Ghanaian stowaways to Immigration in Lagos<\/p>\n

Reps launch probe into Port concessionaires, seek accountability after two decades<\/p>\n

ADC rejects INEC\u2019s interpretation of Appeal Court ruling on its leadership<\/p>\n

Plateau killing: We \u2018re yet to identify attackers \u2013 Gov Mutfwang<\/p>\n

Shettima to launch first varsity pods in Nigeria at UNILAG<\/p>\n

Maritime Academy of Nigeria projects N24bn revenue<\/p>\n

Police must pay transport fares, says AIG<\/p>\n

Protest in Edo over hardship, hike in fuel price others<\/p>\n

Tinubu postpones Ogun trip, heads to Jos<\/p>\n

Kwankwasiyya raises alarm over Nigerias rising debt, slams NASS<\/p>\n

Plateau Killings: Gov Mutfwang meets Tinubu at Aso Rock<\/p>\n

Tinubu renews Bugajes appointment as NBTE executive secretary<\/p>\n

Police arrest fake soldier in Jos amid rising insecurity<\/p>\n

Plateau killings: IGP orders massive deployment to restore peace<\/p>\n

Middle East war: Naira-for-crude deal shields Nigeria from disruption Presidency<\/p>\n

US man arrested over Facebook posts threatening to kill Trump<\/p>\n

2026 poll: Ekiti election done deal, says Senate leader<\/p>\n

Zulum donates N150m to families of fallen military heroes<\/p>\n

2027: Millions may lose vote in INEC revalidation plan ADC<\/p>\n

Breaking: INEC strikes out David Mark, Aregbesolas names; wont monitor convention, congresses<\/p>\n

World Bank backs Nigerias reform progress<\/p>\n

Nigerias debts to hit N155trn as Senate approves FGs $6bn loan request<\/p>\n

US Supreme Court hears landmark citizenship case with Trump in audience<\/p>\n

Labour Party convention to be held April 28 in Umuahia National Chairman<\/p>\n

Sanwo-Olu frees 43 inmates, seeks decongestion of Lagos custodial centres<\/p>\n

NMDPRA cracks down on LPG decanting, threatens sanctions against defaulters<\/p>\n

Electrical glitch hits Lagos airport, FAAN diverts flights<\/p>\n

Insecurity: Plateau LG chairman imposes dusk-to-dawn curfew in metropolis<\/p>\n

Easter: FG declares Friday, Monday public holidays<\/p>\n

30 students, teacher hospitalised after gas leakage in Ogun school<\/p>\n

CBN concludes recapitalisation as 33 banks raise N4.65trn<\/p>\n

APC resumes electronic membership registration nationwide<\/p>\n

Nigerian Army vows to boost personnel welfare, financial security<\/p>\n

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

Oil Prices Slide Below $100 As Trump Eyes US Pullout from Middle East<\/p>\n

Release Of Nnamdi Kanu Will Help Consolidate Ongoing Effort To Restore Peace In South-East \u2014 Ugochinyere<\/p>\n

ADC Rejects INEC\u2019s Interpretation Of Appeal Court Ruling, Alleges Political Pressure<\/p>\n

CBN Begins Anti-Money Laundering Oversight On Crypto Firms<\/p>\n

2027: Gov. Alia Rallies Support For Tinubu, Inaugurates Renewed Hope Ambassadors<\/p>\n

Tinubu Approves Second Abuja Runway, Orders Immediate Return To Site<\/p>\n

Money Laundering: CBN Mandates Financial Institutions On Real-time Monitoring<\/p>\n

IMF, World Bank, IEA Join Forces to Battle Energy Crisis<\/p>\n

Easter: FG Declares Friday, Monday As Public Holidays<\/p>\n

Dangote Cement Targets Green Future With Tree Planting Initiative<\/p>\n

Nigeria Didn\u2019t Lose 2030 Commonwealth Games On Infrastructure \u2014 Dikko<\/p>\n

Nigeria\u2019s Politicians Must Serve People, Not Selfish Interests \u2013 Adebayo<\/p>\n

ADC Faction Protests At INEC, Demands Bala As National Chair<\/p>\n

FG, Private Sector Seal $50bn Livestock Plan<\/p>\n

ADC Demands Clarity From INEC On Purported Voter Revalidation Plan<\/p>\n

JUST IN: Plateau Killings: Tinubu Heads To Jos, Postpones Ogun Trip<\/p>\n

ADC Leadership Row: INEC Rejects Gombe, Deletes David Mark\u2019s Name, Cites Court Order<\/p>\n

Wike Accuses Bala Mohammed Of Dishonesty, Inconsistency<\/p>\n

NUPRC Declares 37.01bn Barrels, 215 TCF Oil, Gas Reserves As Of Jan 1<\/p>\n

Alleged Coup: Wives, Children Of Detained Officers Protest At National Assembly<\/p>\n

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

DAILY TRUST \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/strong><\/p>\n

Tinubu renews Bugaje\u2019s appointment as NBTE boss<\/p>\n

Tinubu to visit Jos Thursday ahead 4-state tour<\/p>\n

ADC Kicks Against INEC Delisting Move, Urges Calm<\/p>\n

Price distortion: FG moves against middlemen in livestock sector<\/p>\n

Despite insecurity, Katsina wheat farmers record bumper harvest<\/p>\n

Bandits kill 2, abduct 11 in Sokoto village<\/p>\n

INEC de-lists David Mark-led ADC NWC over court order<\/p>\n

DSS intercepts ammunition supply, disrupts bandits chain<\/p>\n

2027: Police boss warns against ballot snatching<\/p>\n

UNIJOS orders evacuation of students from hostels amid rising tension in Jos<\/p>\n

APC chairman meets Bala Mohammed on eve of planned ADC defection<\/p>\n

Zulum Presents N150m to Families of Fallen Military heroes<\/p>\n

FIFA rankings: Nigeria remains unchanged, Senegal drop two spots<\/p>\n

CBN concludes recapitalisation exercise, certifies 33 banks<\/p>\n

Sule Lamido, sons fresh arraignment in alleged N1.3bn fraud case stalled<\/p>\n

Hakeem Baba-Ahmed elected PRP national chair<\/p>\n

Kano: Court arraigns suspected killers of 7 family members<\/p>\n

10 from Africa, four debutants: full list of 2026 World Cup nations<\/p>\n

2027 polls: Transport minister Alkali resigns<\/p>\n

El-Rufai returns to ICPC custody<\/p>\n

Driver of Emir Sanusis wife remanded over alleged jewellery theft<\/p>\n

Suspect slumps, dies in Edo court<\/p>\n

Lassa fever: Bauchi records 68 deaths in six months MSF<\/p>\n

Court orders final forfeiture of UK house linked to ex-FCT minister<\/p>\n

Kidney disease rising in N\/East, experts raise alarm<\/p>\n

NLC shuts AEDC Abuja office over sack of 900 workers<\/p>\n

FG launches national laureate prize for academic excellence<\/p>\n

Aspects of US-Nigeria military cooperation confidential DHQ<\/p>\n

28 Reps switch parties ahead primaries<\/p>\n

Customs reiterates commitment to community service in FCT<\/p>\n

28 Reps defect ahead party primaries<\/p>\n

2023 Kaduna PDP guber candidate, Kudan, defects to ADC<\/p>\n

Kwara gov denies submitting speakers name to Tinubu<\/p>\n

Former FCT minister, Jumoke Akinjide, quits PDP<\/p>\n

Court orders final forfeiture of 3.4bn, properties linked to alleged NNPC fraud<\/p>\n

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

Wike denies endorsing any candidate for Rives election<\/p>\n

Tinubu hails renowned educationist, Dennis Okoro at 90<\/p>\n

GenU Nigeria gets secretariat, toconnect 20m youths to education, skills<\/p>\n

APC consolidates as 27 Reps announce defections<\/p>\n

$1trn Economy:NASS to reform Nigerias budgeting system<\/p>\n

Group expresses concern over poor allocation of funding for implementation of FOI<\/p>\n

Nigeria, Saudi Arabia strengthen security, technology partnership<\/p>\n

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

Defence Minister Urges Troops To Intensify Efforts To End Boko Haram Insurgents<\/p>\n

Responsibility 101: The Mindset You Need For Online Sports Betting And Casino Gambling<\/p>\n

APC Resumes Electronic Membership Registration Nationwide<\/p>\n

2027: Group Warns Kwara APC Members Against Rumour Mongering<\/p>\n

BREAKING: 33 Banks Scale CBN Recapitalisation Threshold<\/p>\n

NUPRC: Nigeria Oil Reserves Hit 37.01bn Barrels, Gas 215.19TCF<\/p>\n

Power Minister, Adelabu Distances Self From Resignation Report<\/p>\n

NDDC Begins Performance Management System Training For Staff<\/p>\n

Police Urge Sokoto Community To Speak Out With Concerns<\/p>\n

Defence Minister Reaffirms FGs Resolve To Defeat Terrorism<\/p>\n

NPA Reviews ETO, Deepens PCS For Port Digitisation<\/p>\n

Plateau Killings: Gani Adams Reiterate Call For State Police<\/p>\n

Defection: Why I Left APC For Labour Party Agbese<\/p>\n

Bianca Ojukwu Pays Tribute To Tuggar At Farewell Ceremony<\/p>\n

Tunji-Ojo Decries Foreigners Overstaying Visas In Nigeria<\/p>\n

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

N1.3bn fraud: Again, ex-governor Lamidos arraignment stalls<\/a><\/p>\n

2027: ADC knocks INEC over voter revalidation plan<\/a><\/p>\n

2027 governorship election: Byuan resigns from FHA, joins race to unseat Alia in Benue<\/a><\/p>\n

Maradona home turns soup kitchen in Buenos Aires<\/a><\/p>\n

Iraq qualifies for 2026 World Cup after 40-year absence<\/a><\/p>\n

DR Congo announces public holiday to celebrate 2026 World Cup qualification<\/a><\/p>\n

Football agent leads NSCs diaspora talent discovery committee<\/a><\/p>\n

Gas leakage rocks Ogun school, 31 hospitalised<\/a><\/p>\n

Win or lose, Id like Chisora to retire Wardley<\/a><\/p>\n

APC woos Bala Mohammed amid ADC speculation<\/a><\/p>\n

Doncic breaks Bryant points record for LA Lakers<\/a><\/p>\n

Trump set to deliver national address on Iran<\/a><\/p>\n

Arnold praises Iraqs World Cup feat after banning social media<\/a><\/p>\n

Breaking: FG declares Friday, Monday public holidays to mark Easter celebration<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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