{"id":32953,"date":"2026-04-04T04:52:27","date_gmt":"2026-04-04T04:52:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32953"},"modified":"2026-04-04T04:52:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-04T04:52:27","slug":"nigerian-newspapers-headlines-saturday-4-april-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=32953","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Saturday, 4 April 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

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

Trump removes US Army Chief, other senior officers in military shake-up<\/p>\n

Iran shoots down U.S. jet<\/p>\n

Bandits kidnap over 150 in Zamfara<\/p>\n

Experts warn against ethnic profiling, stereotyping in security discourse<\/p>\n

Reminiscences: Chief Obafemi Awolowo 39 years after<\/p>\n

Edun praises NUPRC as daily production hits 1.84m<\/p>\n

Plateau Killings: Group renews call for state police, urges prosecution of perpetrators<\/p>\n

Jos killing: Presidency clarifies Tinubus meeting with victims at airport<\/p>\n

Peter Chukwunyere: Meet Nigerian 15-year-old goalkeeper who made 6 penalty saves in one match<\/p>\n

WAPP project will enhance regional power supply, integration- TCN<\/p>\n

Cuba set to release over 2000 prisoners amidst US pressure<\/p>\n

Worsening cases of meningitis in northern states<\/p>\n

Empowering skilled artisans critical for better housing delivery in Nigeria- Realtor<\/p>\n

National Police Week: N53.3m disbursed as Lagos command honours fallen heroes<\/p>\n

Be focused, leave INEC out of your woes, NCYC warns ADC<\/p>\n

Gunman invade school, stabs children to dath<\/p>\n

Newly married NYSC corps member k!llied few hours to passing out parade<\/p>\n

ADC crisis: David Mark faction pursuing illegality,APC warns<\/p>\n

Jos attack: Why Tinubu addressed victims at airport Presidency<\/p>\n

2027: PDP will be on ballot, says Wike<\/p>\n

Edoh declares for Benue governorship, unveils ambitious blueprint<\/p>\n

Flutterwave secures banking licence, hits $40bn payments<\/p>\n

NSIA posts N478.8bn in Total Comprehensive Income for 2025<\/p>\n

NSIAs posts N478.8bn in Total Comprehensive Income for 2025<\/p>\n

Jos attacks: Tinubu orders security agencies to hunt down killers,Army deploys more troops<\/p>\n

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

APGA hails signing of Electoral Act into law<\/p>\n

…Avenge your death \u2013 Jos mother gives dead son cutlass<\/p>\n

Inside disturbing live stream where \u2018dollar gifts\u2019 fuel child molestation<\/p>\n

Easter: Defend yourselves, Northern CAN tells members<\/p>\n

Controversy as Makinde crowns Ibadan chiefs in absentia<\/p>\n

Igbo king in S\u2019Africa: Nigerians shut down businesses, stay indoors over rising attacks<\/p>\n

Alaafin donates hospital beds, equipment to Oyo Muslim community<\/p>\n

TCN, PHarcourt DisCo clash over power transmission capacity<\/p>\n

ADC faults INEC, says status quo order misinterpreted<\/p>\n

Iran hunts crashed US jet crew, as reports say one rescued<\/p>\n

EU, FG seek urgent action to end food waste<\/p>\n

Lagos, Russian varsity explore scholarships, exchange programmes<\/p>\n

Plateau killings: Kogi governor orders evacuation of students from UNIJOS<\/p>\n

Polaris Bank announces 10-hour daily night maintenance<\/p>\n

Police arrest 15 for obstructing traffic on Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, clear illegal structures<\/p>\n

You shall never become president, Fani-Kayode blasts Obi over NADECO post<\/p>\n

US lawmakers seek end to persecution of Christians in Nigeria<\/p>\n

Sokoto varsity dismisses staff over NYSC mobilisation fraud allegations<\/p>\n

Lagos announces road closures for Fanti Carnival on April 6<\/p>\n

Oil production rises to 1.8mbpd NUPRC<\/p>\n

Senator to quit APC over worsening banditry<\/p>\n

Easter: Adeleke, Fadahunsi, Osun APC greet Christians<\/p>\n

Cuba begins prisoner release after mass pardon<\/p>\n

Soldiers kill three terrorists, arrest two arsonists in Plateau<\/p>\n

May Day: NLC plans protests against states not paying minimum wage<\/p>\n

Six injured as two-storey building collapses in Abuja<\/p>\n

2027: Senator urges issue-based campaigns, warns against insults in CRiver<\/p>\n

Elon Musk remains worlds richest despite $22bn loss<\/p>\n

Easter: Cleric urges Christians to take gospel to politicians<\/p>\n

Katsina Assembly backs speedy passage of special seats for women bill<\/p>\n

Easter: Northern Christian leaders lament persistent attacks, demand action<\/p>\n

No extension for 2026 SSCE registration, NECO warns<\/p>\n

LP elects new leaders April 28, notifies INEC of congress timetable<\/p>\n

Plateau killings: Installing CCTV cameras wont solve insecurity NRM chieftain<\/p>\n

Defying court order may invalidate your election, INEC chair warns ADC<\/p>\n

Pope speaks with Israeli, Ukrainian presidents, urging peace<\/p>\n

Tinubu confirms foreign support in anti-terror fight<\/p>\n

Plateau unrest: Benue evacuates indigenes from UNIJOS<\/p>\n

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

DHQ: 300,000 Terrorists Surrendered, 2,615 Reformed, Reintegrated in Nine Years<\/p>\n

After Recapitalisation, Banks Face Stress Test to Strengthen Risk Management, Financial System Stability<\/p>\n

Search Intensifies for Missing US Crew Member as Iran Downs Fighter Jet<\/p>\n

Presidency: Why Tinubu Addressed Plateau Attack Victims at Jos Airport<\/p>\n

NUPRC: Nigeria\u2019s Oil Production Climbed to 1.84mbpd in \u2018Recent Days\u2019<\/p>\n

NDelta Activist to Tinubu: Nigerians are Dying of Hunger<\/p>\n

Report: Nigeria Poised for Oil Windfall, But Faces Growth Slowdown, Inflation Shock<\/p>\n

EBID Approves $241.6 Million to Boost Nigerias Infrastructure, Waste Management, Transport Network<\/p>\n

FG Inaugurates Sub-Committees for 2026 International Civil Service Conference<\/p>\n

Flutterwave Secures Nigerian Banking Licence to Accelerate Payments, Others<\/p>\n

Poor Fleet Size Undermines African Airlines Ability to Dominate Regions Market<\/p>\n

N65bn Realised as First Lady Launches National Community Food Bank Programme<\/p>\n

Centre Charges Professionals on Effective Implementation of Criminal Justice Laws<\/p>\n

$500m World Bank Loan: Lagos Gives Own Fund Use Scorecard<\/p>\n

World Bank Okays $500m Credit Facility to Boost Nigerias Agric Value Chains, Jobs<\/p>\n

NSIA Grows Net Asset to $3.40bn, Earns N478.8bn Income in 2025<\/p>\n

IGP Disu Visits Jos, Pledges Justice for Victims as Governor Muftwang Commends Police Response<\/p>\n

Tinubu Appoints Shehu Aliyu as PTDF Executive Secretary<\/p>\n

Appeal Court Affirms Judgement Barring NBC from Imposing Fines on Broadcast Stations<\/p>\n

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

Cultural vibes, global prestige as British Council celebrates Nigeria\u2019s alumni in style<\/p>\n

I can be tough, troublesome but I\u2019m learning to manage people, says Funke Akindele<\/p>\n

Nigeria wastes 38m tonnes of food yearly, highest in Africa – EU<\/p>\n

PDP strongly criticises Tinubu over Jos visit<\/p>\n

Tackling poverty, inequality, hate speech will end bloodshed in Nigeria \u2013 Ojukwu<\/p>\n

Police vow crime-free Easter celebrations, deploy operatives to worship centres<\/p>\n

World Bank approves $500m loan for agriculture sector<\/p>\n

Legacy of waste: Inside Nigeria\u2019s mega refineries gulping billions, producing nothing<\/p>\n

ADC to start convention activities next Thursday, says INEC’s position is illegal<\/p>\n

ADC Crisis: INEC should have recognised Nafiu Bala, says Wike<\/p>\n

600,000 school students benefit from LASG smart device donation<\/p>\n

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

US defence secretary sacks top army general in new shake-up<\/p>\n

White House requests giant $1.5 trn defence budget amid Iran war<\/p>\n

New tax laws: NRS takes over collection of mineral royalties<\/p>\n

Jos Massacre: I used armoured vehicle for height during condolence visit \u2013 Mutfwang<\/p>\n

Nigerian woman\u2019s killer-boyfriend jailed for life in UK<\/p>\n

White House seeks $1.5 trillion defense budget as Iran war drives costs<\/p>\n

Section 83 strengthens INEC oversight, limits court role in party affairs \u2013 Falana<\/p>\n

Midnight siege in Sokoto; villagers abducted, injured<\/p>\n

Jos massacre: Serial massacres of Christians must cease \u2013 PFN<\/p>\n

Jos Attack: Venue of Tinubu\u2019s meeting not as important as visit\u2019s substance \u2014 Mutfwang<\/p>\n

Iran downs second US jet; music, barbecues in Tehran<\/p>\n

Sen Dickson receives defectors into NDC, cites growing political realignment<\/p>\n

Youll never become President Fani-Kayode blasts Obi for mocking NADECOstruggle<\/p>\n

Iran searches for downed US jet crew, offers reward for capture<\/p>\n

NLC directs street rallies for May Day over minimum wage delay<\/p>\n

Nigerias oil output rebounds to 1.84mbpd as Edun commends NUPRC<\/p>\n

Terrorists strike again in Kaduna, abduct 10 residents<\/p>\n

Arteta hopes League Cup loss will fuel Arsenal season run-in<\/p>\n

Just In: PENGASSAN grounds Seplat operations, takes over work sites<\/p>\n

Seven injured as two-storey building under construction collapses in Abuja<\/p>\n

Ghana to implement visa-free entry for Africans from May 25<\/p>\n

2027: PDP will field presidential candidate, others Wike<\/p>\n

CBN grants Flutterwave banking licence to expand financial services<\/p>\n

Tinubu reaffirms commitment to tackle insecurity, boost economy in easter message<\/p>\n

FG targets oil palm revival, 2 million jobs in six years<\/p>\n

Africas top 10 countries in FIFA ranking before 2026 World Cup<\/p>\n

Labour Party picks April 28 for presidential primary<\/p>\n

Pope speaks with Israeli, Ukrainian presidents, urges peace<\/p>\n

12 injured in Abu Dhabi after attack intercepted<\/p>\n

Why Tinubu addressed Jos attack victims at airport Presidency<\/p>\n

Plateau attack: Benue govt evacuates over 600 students from UNIJOS<\/p>\n

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

Stakeholders Warn Gbajabiamila Against Imposition Of Desmond Elliot For 4th Term In Lagos Assembly<\/p>\n

Ondo: \u200ePolice Arrest Man Over Alleged Poisoning Of Community Stream \u200e<\/p>\n

Foreign Reserves Drop $840m In 13 Days Amid Steady Naira, Oil Price Boost<\/p>\n

ADC Crisis: INEC Chair Amupitan Explains \u2018Status Quo Ante Bellum\u2019 Position In Appeal Court Verdict<\/p>\n

I\u2019m Not Part Of Any Plan To Turn Nigeria Into One-Party State, Says INEC Chair Amupitan<\/p>\n

Massive Data Leak Hits EU As Hackers Exploit Cloud System<\/p>\n

JUST-IN: Minister Of State For Labour Onyejeocha Resigns From Tinubu\u2019s Cabinet<\/p>\n

Gov Eno Urges Women To Form Cooperatives For Business Grants<\/p>\n

Nigeria\u2019s Oil Output Reaches 1.84mbpd \u2013 Official<\/p>\n

Defy Court At Your Peril, INEC Tells ADC As Convention Plans Continue<\/p>\n

ADC May Not Produce Candidate In 2027 Polls \u2013 Keyamo<\/p>\n

\u2018INEC Should Have Recognised Nafiu Bala\u2019, Wike Speaks on ADC Leadership Crisis<\/p>\n

Seek Permits For Live Bands Or Face Sanctions\u201d \u2014 PMAN Issues Warning To Abuja Hotel Owners, Event Planners
\nOsimhen Crowned Turkey\u2019s Best After Stellar Season With Galatasaray<\/p>\n

\u2018Leave INEC Out Of Your Woes, Resolve Internal Crisis\u2019, NCYC Warns ADC<\/p>\n

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

PDP: Tinubus inhumanity was on full display in Jos<\/p>\n

Minister of labour resigns<\/p>\n

Amupitan asks ADC to Suspend convention, learn from Zamfara, Plateau experience<\/p>\n

Labour Party fixes April 28 for national convention<\/p>\n

APC Secretary asks INEC to Deregister ADC<\/p>\n

Planned voter revalidation can throw Nigeria into turmoil \u2014 Cleric warns<\/p>\n

Plateau killings: JNI denies claim Tinubu invited only Christian victims<\/p>\n

Plateau visit: President showed empathy, care Aide<\/p>\n

Absence of leadership, Obi knocks Tinubu over Jos Visit<\/p>\n

Easter: Northern Christians Lament Rising Attacks<\/p>\n

Bandits strike again in Kaduna, abduct 7 family members<\/p>\n

Easter: Remember those in need, Remi Tinubu tells Christians<\/p>\n

Stop Blaming Tinubu for Your Woes, APC scribe tells ADC<\/p>\n

Insecurity: Our Efforts Yielding Results Tinubu<\/p>\n

Nasarawa unveils 2026 summit, says it has recorded N3trn investment inflows since 2022<\/p>\n

Drama as Owo Church Massacre suspect denies suit claim against DSS<\/p>\n

JUST IN: Bandits gun down Sokoto residents, abduct vigilantes<\/p>\n

National Community Food Bank Programme donation hits N65bn<\/p>\n

INEC clarifies voter revalidation plan<\/p>\n

A\/court upholds ban on NBCs power to fine broadcast stations<\/p>\n

FG takes climate change campaign to Kano<\/p>\n

Nigerian, intl press freedom groups write Tinubu, seek accountability for attacks on journalists<\/p>\n

Residents decry indiscriminate dumping of waste in Abuja towns<\/p>\n

FCT residents demand take-off of Kugbo, Mabushi bus terminals<\/p>\n

NSIA grows income to N478bn<\/p>\n

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

Troops, CJTF arrest suspected kidnapper in Borno<\/p>\n

Air strikes neutralise 15 ISWAP fighters in Borno, disrupt insurgent stronghold<\/p>\n

An Easter to Remember: Transcorp Hilton Abuja unveils joyful festivities for families<\/p>\n

Middle Belt Forum Hails Tinubus Jos Visit, Calls for United Civil-Military Effort to Restore Lasting Peace<\/p>\n

Derecognition: Leave Tinubu, INEC out of your internal crisis, APC tells ADC<\/p>\n

Bandits abduct 7 members of same family, 3 other residents in Kaduna<\/p>\n

Easter: Tinubu preaches unity, sacrifice to Nigerians<\/p>\n

Troops neutralise three suspected terrorists in Plateau<\/p>\n

Six die, 12 injured in Kwara road crash<\/p>\n

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

Naira ends week flat as reserves post 13-day losing streak<\/p>\n

Food price surge dampens Easter mood for Nigerians<\/p>\n

Nigeria ranks fourth most expensive rental market in Africa<\/p>\n

When Nigeria\u2019s economic expansion fails its people<\/p>\n

Market watches as Nigeria aims to resolve dilemma of rising inflation and slow growth<\/p>\n

VAIDS: Data, information-sharing agreements to expose tax dodgers<\/p>\n

Trump says Iran war goals nearly met, Iran tells Americans \u2018no enmity\u2019, Ghana inflation eases again and other stories<\/p>\n

Fixed fibre boom driven solely by MTN as rivals stagnate<\/p>\n

Nigeria banks face April deadline in new capital stress regime<\/p>\n

Fresh crisis brews in Surulere as residents resist Elliot\u2019s continued stay in Assembly<\/p>\n

Tinubu urges Nigerians to reject forces threatening collective well-being<\/p>\n

China, Pakistan unveil five-point peace plan for Gulf, Middle East stability<\/p>\n

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

NLC Orders Protests On May Day Over Minimum Wage Non-Compliance<\/p>\n

ADC Crisis Could Cost Party Its Place On Ballot Keyamo<\/p>\n

Tinubu To Commission Airport, Airline Others In Ogun<\/p>\n

Alaafin Donates Hospital Beds, Equipment To Oyo Muslim Community<\/p>\n

Easter: Ajadi Felicitates Makinde, CAN, Others<\/p>\n

Nigerias Daily Crude Production Hits 1.84m Barrels NUPRC<\/p>\n

Tinubu Storms Ogun, Commissions Airport, Airline Others<\/p>\n

Makinde Pronounces Three Ibadan High Chiefs Obas In Absentia<\/p>\n

Insecurity: 300,000 Terrorists Surrendered, 2,615 Reintegrated OPSC<\/p>\n

FG Detects Unauthorized GMO Activities, Suspends Registration<\/p>\n

IGP Orders Sustained Security Operations After Jos Attack<\/p>\n

One Killed, 15 Abducted In Fresh Katsina Attacks<\/p>\n

Edo Assembly Aspirant Restates Commitment To Grassroots Devt<\/p>\n

APC Addresses David Marks Allegations Over ADC Leadership Crisis<\/p>\n

Easter: Tinubu Assures Nigerians Of Security, Economic Recovery<\/p>\n

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