{"id":33043,"date":"2026-04-23T05:36:46","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T05:36:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=33043"},"modified":"2026-04-23T05:36:46","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T05:36:46","slug":"nigerian-newspapers-headlines-thursday-23-april-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=33043","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Thursday, 23 April 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

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

Iran judiciary dismisses Trump remarks on women on death row<\/p>\n

Trump looks for way out on war, but Iran may not oblige<\/p>\n

What JAMB candidates\u2019 abduction says about Nigeria<\/p>\n

Between law and life: The grey realities of abortion in Nigeria<\/p>\n

CBN should revisit its new POS rule<\/p>\n

Thieves break into FG staff buses at Niger LG secretariat<\/p>\n

Trump looks for way out on war, but Iran may not oblige<\/p>\n

Nigeria\u2019s insecurity rooted in decades of governance failure \u2014 Showunmi<\/p>\n

2027: Wike-backed PDP fixes presidential nomination forms for N51m<\/p>\n

Adelabu resigns as power minister to contest Oyo gov election<\/p>\n

ADC tussle: Mark camp eyes vindication as SCourt reserves judgement<\/p>\n

Guber poll: Were heading for victory Adeleke tells supporters<\/p>\n

No cause for alarm NCDC says on COVID-19 case in Cross River<\/p>\n

Jet fuel: Tinubu to grant debt discounts to airline operators<\/p>\n

Nigeria shall deepen ties with UK, says Tinubu<\/p>\n

I didnt lie Blessing CEO apologises over cancer controversy, offers donor refunds<\/p>\n

NASU rejects FGs 30% offer, insists on parity, threatens shutdown<\/p>\n

Trump says Iran halts plan to execute eight women after his request<\/p>\n

Politics not social media game Dele Momodu tells Gen Zs<\/p>\n

Troops confirm killing of 30 terrorists in Lake Chad operations<\/p>\n

Amend Electoral Act now to save democracy, Atiku tells NASS<\/p>\n

Edun, Dangiwa resigned, not sacked Presidency<\/p>\n

Tinubu, Jonathan meet at Aso Villa<\/p>\n

Senator Nwoye emerges new Senate Minority Whip<\/p>\n

How strategic comm powered opposition to national victory in 2015 Lai Mohammed<\/p>\n

Boko Haram degraded, now weakened FG<\/p>\n

Supreme Court upholds Neymar corruption acquittal over Barcelona transfer<\/p>\n

Benue killings: Senate asks FG to deploy additional troops<\/p>\n

FG nabs fugitive wildlife trafficker after five years on the run<\/p>\n

Tinubu ministers gripped by fear after cabinet sackings<\/p>\n

FG, states, LGs share N2.036trn March revenue<\/p>\n

US-Iran talks could be held in next three days Trump<\/p>\n

Alleged false claim: Factional PDP Chairman Turaki docked, gets N100m bail<\/p>\n

Dele Oye faults govts role in business, cites failures of Ajaokuta, refineries<\/p>\n

Reps defections intensify as NNPP, PDP lawmakers join APC, ADC ahead of 2027<\/p>\n

Stakeholders urge FG to tackle insecurity, boost youth inclusion in Agriculture<\/p>\n

UK PM insists he wont resign over scandal of US envoys appointment<\/p>\n

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

FG, lenders partner to crash transport costs with CNG credit scheme<\/p>\n

Alleged coup: Suspects plead not guilty, remanded in DSS custody<\/p>\n

Insecurity: Senate seeks campaign suspension in eight nothern states<\/p>\n

Adelabu resigns as Presidency explains Edun, Dangiwa exit<\/p>\n

FAAC shares N2.04tn March revenue amid stronger inflows<\/p>\n

FG plans to borrow N700bn via April bonds<\/p>\n

$500,000 fraud: Nigerian, wife risk 50 years in US prison<\/p>\n

FG considers airline debt waiver amid fuel crisis<\/p>\n

Atiku faults ballot clause, seeks Electoral Act review<\/p>\n

FG mourns as Nigeria\u2019s ambassador-designate to Algeria dies<\/p>\n

JUST IN: Tinubu approves 17bn grassroots development fund for 8,804 wards<\/p>\n

Alcohol manufacturers raise the alarm over illicit trade<\/p>\n

INEC begins audit of Labour Party ahead of 2027 polls<\/p>\n

Wale Edun, Dangiwa resigned voluntarily before cabinet reshuffle Presidency<\/p>\n

Tinubu sends Police Trust Fund repeal, re-enactment bill to Reps<\/p>\n

CAN cautions cleric over remarks on Oyedepo, Adeboye, Kumuyi<\/p>\n

Soldiers destroy terrorists boats, kill over 30 near Borno waterways<\/p>\n

BTS label boss faces possible arrest over alleged stock fraud<\/p>\n

FAAC shares N2.04tn for March as revenue rises by N150bn<\/p>\n

Chelsea sack Liam Rosenior after poor run, name interim coach<\/p>\n

Tinubu receives Jonathan at presidential villa<\/p>\n

Nigeria woos UK investors, pitches reforms at trade mission<\/p>\n

FG plans AI-powered policing, fibre network for police stations<\/p>\n

No going back on April 30 deadline, FUTA SSANU tells FG<\/p>\n

CAN denies rift, missing funds, threatens legal action<\/p>\n

Senate urges FG to rescue 416 Boko Haram captives in Borno<\/p>\n

UK cracks down on illegal crypto trading sites<\/p>\n

Tinubu seeks Senate approval for minister-designate, CBN deputy gov<\/p>\n

Oil prices rise on uncertain prospects for US-Iran ceasefire<\/p>\n

Delayed coal phase-out could cause 32,000 deaths in South Africa Report<\/p>\n

Nigerias ambassador-designate to Algeria, Lele, dies at 50<\/p>\n

2027: Wike-backed PDP fixes presidential form at N51m, gov N21m<\/p>\n

Terrorists kill 20 in Borno, Adamawa border communities<\/p>\n

Senate names new minority whip as two more senators defect to APC<\/p>\n

Plateau files terrorism charges against five over Jos killings<\/p>\n

ASUU warns of potential strike in Sokoto varsities over welfare crisis<\/p>\n

Millions of Nigerians still lack identity despite 67.8m BVN Expert<\/p>\n

Reps seek price stability policies to save farmers from losses<\/p>\n

BREAKING: Court remands suspected coup plotters in DSS custody<\/p>\n

VIDEO: Police detain officer over alleged 10,000 extortion in Lagos<\/p>\n

Anambra agency arrests six for illegal levy collection, extortion<\/p>\n

VIDEO: Plateau woman recounts family attack in documentary<\/p>\n

Russia to block flow of Kazakh oil to German refinery, Berlin says<\/p>\n

2027: NNPP, PDP lose Reps members to APC, ADC as defection wave deepens<\/p>\n

SCourt reserves judgment in ADC leadership dispute<\/p>\n

Kano Assembly to screen deputy governor nominee Monday<\/p>\n

VIDEO: Dont search phones, focus on vehicles, Lagos CP warns officers<\/p>\n

Thousands of Nigerian children remain undiagnosed with HIV Experts<\/p>\n

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

Financial Times: 34 Iran-linked Tankers Slip Past US Hormuz Blockade<\/p>\n

Wike, Makinde, Mark Know Fate as Apex Court Reserves Verdict in PDP, ADC Crises<\/p>\n

Adelabu Quits, Set to Focus on Oyo Governorship Ticket<\/p>\n

2027: How APC Ogun East Endorsed Dapo Abiodun as Consensus Candidate<\/p>\n

Alleged Coup Plotters Arraigned, Remanded in DSS Custody<\/p>\n

NCDC Confirms COVID-19 Case in Cross River State<\/p>\n

FAAC Disburses N2.036tn from N2.364tn Gross Federation Revenue for March<\/p>\n

2027:Oyedele Alao Joins Oyo Guber Race<\/p>\n

Senate Orders Military Audit, Manhunt as Terror Attacks Kill Soldiers, Civilians in Borno, Benue<\/p>\n

Insecurity: Commonwealth Varsity Leaders Conference Postponed<\/p>\n

After 18 years, FG, Abia Partner to Build FHA Renewed Hope Estate, Umuahia<\/p>\n

Tinubu Makes New Board, Management Appointments For NECO, NBTE, Federal Poly, Sendam, National Library<\/p>\n

S Court Reserves Judgment in PDPs Appeal Against Judgment Nullifying Convention<\/p>\n

Police: How Suspects Linked to ARISE TV Anchor, Maduagwu, were Arrested<\/p>\n

National License: Alert Group Eyes N180bn Loan Disbursement in 2026<\/p>\n

Seven Banks Total Assets Hits N147.2trn on Increased Capital Inflows, Recapitalisation<\/p>\n

NACCIMA: Economic Transformation Without Skills Transformation Unsustainable<\/p>\n

NUPRC Charges Independent Oil Producers on Industry Standards, Human Capital Development<\/p>\n

Tunji Bello: State Institutions Indispensable Partners for Credible, Accessible Consumer Protection Framework<\/p>\n

Oil Block Sale: Stakeholders Push for More Stakes for Oil Producing States<\/p>\n

Relief as Trump Agrees to Extend Ceasefire with Iran Indefinitely, Continues Blockade<\/p>\n

Nigeria Spends $150m Annually on Vaccines, Says NPHCD<\/p>\n

Obi Criticises FG for Prioritising Post-Election Spending Over Education<\/p>\n

APC Gains Momentum in Kano as Barau Welcomes Shekarau, Gwarzo from PDP<\/p>\n

Ex-Top Banker, Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, Declares for 2027 Presidency Under ADC<\/p>\n

Amid Strong Fundamentals, GCR Upgrades Coronation Group to A\/A1 with Stable Outlook<\/p>\n

Delta Communities Threaten Showdown over 3% OPEX on OML 26, Seek NUPRCs Intervention<\/p>\n

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

FAAC allocation rises to N2.036 trn in March<\/p>\n

Edun, Dangiwa resigned over health, gratitude, not sacked, Presidency says<\/p>\n

Tinubu assures Nigerian workers of social security and dignified retirement<\/p>\n

Coup suspects arraigned, deny charges, remanded in DSS custody<\/p>\n

Nigeria mourns Ambassador-designate Mohammed Mahmud Lele<\/p>\n

Nigeria being misled by Western slogan of not negotiating with terrorists Sheikh Gumi<\/p>\n

FG overburdened with 93% of borrowings Tope Fasua<\/p>\n

Edun hails economic reforms, pledges continued support to Tinubu<\/p>\n

Adelabu to resign as power minister to pursue Oyo governorship bid<\/p>\n

Court remands El-Rufai, may miss ADC presidential primary<\/p>\n

2027: INEC must clear partisanship doubts ahead of polls Igini<\/p>\n

Ali Ndume backs FG stance on 416 Boko Haram captives<\/p>\n

2027: They are scared Aisha Yesufu speaks on Tinubus nightmare<\/p>\n

PDP files contempt charge against Anyanwu, INEC chairman, Amupitan<\/p>\n

Igini raises alarm over weakening opposition in Nigeria<\/p>\n

Senator Katung receives 317 PDP defectors into APC<\/p>\n

Labour Party crisis: Abure rejects Appeal Court ruling, heads to Supreme Court<\/p>\n

Electoral violence: Oshodi residents peace-loving, law-abiding Lawmaker<\/p>\n

NUPRC boss urges oil producers to uphold PIA, strengthen workforce<\/p>\n

NBC must demonstrate impartiality, restraint -NGE<\/p>\n

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

PDP, ADC kick as S\u2019Court reserves judgment in leadership tussles<\/p>\n

Adelabu quits FEC as Presidency clarifies cabinet exits amid anxiety over shake-up<\/p>\n

Debate over security strategy as Senate demands rescue of 416 captives<\/p>\n

NCS urges global action against transnational crime<\/p>\n

Six suspected coup plotters plead not guilty to FG\u2019s 13 charges, trial begins April 27<\/p>\n

INEC visits LP secretariat, verifies leadership, documents<\/p>\n

Manufacturers decry high energy costs, low patronage<\/p>\n

Delta oil communities flay operators over non-implementation of PIA<\/p>\n

N3.2 trillion T-bills traded in March as CP market slumps by 58%<\/p>\n

Regulatory clarity, implementation key to gas investment, says NGA<\/p>\n

ADC\u2019s Nwoye emerges Senate Minority Leader<\/p>\n

FG unveils Nigeria\u2019s first national bleeding disorders registry<\/p>\n

\u2018Nigeria records 4,200 weekly cyber-attacks amid digital economy growth\u2019<\/p>\n

Experts seek pharmaceutical sovereignty, reforms to boost drug security<\/p>\n

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

\u2018How \u2018Side Chicks\u2019 Boost Economy\u2019, Ghanaian President Mahama Explains<\/p>\n

Customs, Army Strengthen Ties Against Waterway Smuggling<\/p>\n

FG To Map, Digitalise Police Stations Nationwide<\/p>\n

Court Remands 6 Treason Suspects, Sets April 27 Trial<\/p>\n

INEC Visits Labour Party Secretariat Ahead Of Its Congresses<\/p>\n

Osun 2026: I\u2019m Confident Of Victory \u2013 Gov Adeleke<\/p>\n

Tinubu Seeks Senate Confirmation Of Minister, Yuguda As CBN Deputy Governor<\/p>\n

Owerri Zone Gets Governorship Nod From Elders, APC Hails Move<\/p>\n

Airline Operators Demand Total Debt Waiver To Address Aviation Fuel Hike<\/p>\n

Federal Government To Examine Roles Of Police, DSS, Others In New Review<\/p>\n

Troops Ambush, Kill 2 Terrorists In Plateau<\/p>\n

SWAN Warns Of Illicit Alcohol Surge, Urges Action To Protect Health<\/p>\n

FG Partners Financial Institutions for CNG Kits to Cut Transport Costs<\/p>\n

MOFI, Stakeholders Set For WACC 2026 On Digital Economy<\/p>\n

JUST IN: Power Minister Adelabu Resigns April 30 for Oyo Guber Race<\/p>\n

Delta Chiefs Ban Rallies Over Government Neglect<\/p>\n

Police Arrest Officer Over Alleged Extortion Of Motorist In Lagos<\/p>\n

Leaders, Lawyers Demand Urgent Reforms For Nigeria\u2019s Press Freedom, Democracy<\/p>\n

Aviation Fuel Hike: FG Grants Discount To Local Airlines On Outstanding Debts<\/p>\n

Nigeria, UK To Deepen Aviation, Trade Ties<\/p>\n

ICAO Rates Nigeria Aviation 91% In Safety<\/p>\n

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

Cross River identifies 10 more persons with COVID symptoms<\/p>\n

PHOTOS: Tinubu hosts Jonathan at Aso Rock<\/p>\n

JAMB sets 320 benchmark for underage candidates, maintains 16-year admission rule<\/p>\n

Uncertainty mounts over US-Iran talks as ceasefire ends<\/p>\n

Pahalgam attack anniversary: Activist Aajakia questions global silence<\/p>\n

UK-Nigeria trade mission drives commercial outcomes of Tinubus State Visit<\/p>\n

How New BVN Rules Will Affect Your Phone & Bank Access<\/p>\n

ADC takes over senate minority whip position<\/p>\n

Cost for peace: FG spends N604m on terrorists’ rehabilitation<\/p>\n

Jos killings: Plateau Files Charges Against Suspects Arrested By DSS<\/p>\n

Supreme Court reserves judgement in PDP, ADC tussle<\/p>\n

Tinubus aide: Comparing Presidential Air Fleet to Defence Budget Wrong<\/p>\n

JUST IN: Kano Assembly sets up cttee to screen Garo as deputy governor<\/p>\n

Wike-backed PDP faction says its ready for primary<\/p>\n

NDC fixes May 9 for national convention<\/p>\n

Women destroy security checkpoint over killings in Plateau community<\/p>\n

Cross River identifies 10 more persons with COVID symptoms<\/p>\n

Nigeria’s ambassador-designate dies before assumption of office<\/p>\n

PDP faction files contempt notice against Amupitan<\/p>\n

Dangote varsity VC urges students to shun social vices<\/p>\n

Empowering women central to national development Minister<\/p>\n

Katsina traditional rulers get new grade levels, pay<\/p>\n

Tricycle rider, 3 others killed as container falls on Kaduna expressway<\/p>\n

5 killed as gunmen attack Benue community<\/p>\n

3 killed, 4 injured in fresh bandits raid on Sokoto community<\/p>\n

FG pushes skills, entrepreneurship in colleges of education amid teacher deficit<\/p>\n

Labour Party fixes April 28 for convention, unveils committees<\/p>\n

PDP, APC LP Reps join ADC<\/p>\n

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

Troops recover anti-aircraft gun, ammunition after encounter with terrorists in Borno<\/p>\n

Army Reunites Rescued Women, Children with Families in Borno<\/p>\n

Court remands alleged coup plotters in DSS custody<\/p>\n

Nigeria targets $500bn investments as World Investment Summit opens in Abuja<\/p>\n

CLO petitions German Government, UN over travails of Nigerian woman in Germany<\/p>\n

2027: Fix dangerous loophole in Electoral Act now, Atiku tells National Assembly<\/p>\n

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

Insecurity squeezes Northern Nigeria as food prices surge<\/p>\n

Trump extends Iran ceasefire but keeps naval blockade in place<\/p>\n

US forces hunt Iranian tankers across Asian waters<\/p>\n

Nigeria must coordinate banks, fintechs, telcos for trusted digital economy<\/p>\n

MTNN, Dangote Cement, Seplat drive premium stocks valuation to N54.3trn<\/p>\n

Regulator resets airtime credit market as telcos step back, five lenders approved<\/p>\n

Nigeria\u2019s debt burden sparks calls for fiscal discipline<\/p>\n

Opposition parties risk 2027 election exclusion as court ruling drags<\/p>\n

Data gaps undermine Nigeria\u2019s financial inclusion gains<\/p>\n

Adelabu resigns as Minister of Power, recommends creation of Coordinating Ministry for energy<\/p>\n

Tinubu meets former president Jonathan in closed-door talks<\/p>\n

CBN dismisses reserves decline concerns, cites strong external buffers
\nBreaking: Edun, Dangiwa resigned not sacked \u2013 Presidency<\/p>\n

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

Atiku to National Assembly: Fix dangerous loophole in Electoral Act now before 2027<\/p>\n

Police nab 18, recover 10 vehicles, trailer load of rail tracks worth N400m<\/p>\n

Breaking: At last, Adelabu resigns as power minister<\/p>\n

Tinubu seeks Senates confirmation of newly appointed minister<\/p>\n

New Minority Whip emerges as 2 Senators join APC<\/p>\n

Sachet alcohol ban: Group tackles NAFDAC, alleges policy violations<\/p>\n

ICPC secures conviction of ex-NECO staff for certificate forgery<\/p>\n

Beware of impersonators, fake EFCC sting operations<\/p>\n

FAAC: FG, States, LGs share N2.036trn in March 2026<\/p>\n

West Africa forumwants digitisation of tax systems to improve revenue mobilisation<\/p>\n

ISDEVCOM scholars, alumni get new leaders<\/p>\n

Expert urges local processing to enhance pineapple value gains<\/p>\n

Benue: APC suspends Alias men<\/p>\n

Nasarawa 2027: Group threatens legal action against lawmaker over Senate contest<\/p>\n

2027: Nasarawa APC chieftain preaches level playing field for all aspirants<\/p>\n

New Osu Ajiri and the task ahead<\/p>\n

Breaking: Court remands coup plotters in DSS custody<\/p>\n

APC Forum applauds Kano Governor over choice of Garo as deputy<\/p>\n

Why FG must criminalize fake AI-generated contents against political leaders Coalition<\/p>\n

Nasarawa: Stop name-dropping President Tinubu, APC group cautions governorship aspirant<\/p>\n

Breaking: Like PDP, Supreme Court reserves judgment in ADC leadership crisis<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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