{"id":33126,"date":"2026-05-08T03:07:24","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T03:07:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=33126"},"modified":"2026-05-08T03:07:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T03:07:24","slug":"nigerian-newspapers-headlines-friday-8-may-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=33126","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Friday, 8 May 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

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

New York governor bans ICE agents from wearing masks<\/p>\n

Trump says he would not pay $1,000 to watch US at World Cup<\/p>\n

Primary elections: APC consensus push faces resistance in states<\/p>\n

APC governors remove Hope Uzodimma as PGF chairman<\/p>\n

Eid-el-Kabir:Oyo warns againstsales of cows, rams on major roads<\/p>\n

Army investing in drones to enhance operations COAS<\/p>\n

Senate passes N2.285tn FCT budget, earmarks 76% for capital projects<\/p>\n

Northern Christian leaders tackle Wike over Jabi Lake remarks<\/p>\n

One killed as gunmen attack police team in Plateau<\/p>\n

Windstorm destroys over 1000 houses in Niger<\/p>\n

FG hails Elias election to UN International Law Commission<\/p>\n

Obidient movement disowns parallel structures, warns against hijack<\/p>\n

Decomposing body found in apartment, Osun police begin probe<\/p>\n

Senate bows to pressure, withdraws disputed rules amendment<\/p>\n

Misinformation no longer merely a political problem Lai Mohammed<\/p>\n

FG tightens monitoring, blocks fake drugs from free trade zones<\/p>\n

Bagudu tasks LG chairmen on grassroots development initiatives<\/p>\n

Madrid head into Clasico amid Mbappe criticism, dressing room chaos<\/p>\n

Police bust illegal security outfit, arrest five in Rivers<\/p>\n

Police kill suspect, arrest two in foiled Oyo robbery<\/p>\n

2027:Ex-lawmaker backs direct primaries, submits APC nomination form<\/p>\n

IOC eases restrictions on Belarus, Russia remains banned Official<\/p>\n

NECO to commence computer-based exams in 2026 FG<\/p>\n

WHO confirms five Hantavirus cases linked to cruise ship outbreak<\/p>\n

Adopt technology to defeat ethnicity, insecurity, don urges FG<\/p>\n

King Charles receives Nigerian high commissioner Dalhatu at St Jamess Palace<\/p>\n

2027: Court to hear suit barring Jonathan Friday<\/p>\n

Atiku raises the alarm over renewed killings in Plateau<\/p>\n

Betty Akeredolu buys LP Senate forms, targets Imo East seat<\/p>\n

Reps pass N2.29tn FCT, N1.75tn NDDC budgets for 2026<\/p>\n

Rivers man in police net over defilement of neighbours teenage daughter<\/p>\n

12.3 million Nigerians linked to social register through NIN says NASSCO<\/p>\n

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

Nigeria Records 10% Growth in Passenger Traffic as IATA Predicts 6% Performance for Africa<\/p>\n

Stock Market Drops by N1.9trn on Sell-off in Dangote Cement, Others<\/p>\n

Report: Despite Global Economic Challenges, Nigeria\u2019s Manufacturing, Agriculture, Output Grew in April<\/p>\n

Police Storm SDP Headquarters After Adebayos Screening<\/p>\n

Nigerian Elected Into International Law Commission, Jimoh Ibrahim Congratulates Tinubu<\/p>\n

Radda Declares War on School Violence, Launches Katsina Safe Schools Policy<\/p>\n

Fani-Kayode Redeployed to South Africa as Nigerias Ambassador<\/p>\n

Alleged $1.5m Fraud: Court Rejects Investment Firm Boss Bail, Orders Accelerated Trial<\/p>\n

NECO Celebrates 25 Years, Unveils Plans for Global Expansion<\/p>\n

2027: Jonathan to Supporters: Ive Heard You, I Will Consult Widely<\/p>\n

Court Finds Ex-Power Minister Mamman Guilty in Alleged N33.8bn Fraud<\/p>\n

Utomi Rallies Big Tent Members for Massive Obidient Connect Registration<\/p>\n

FG Targets November Completion of Coastal Highway Section 2<\/p>\n

2027: Insecurity Poses Threat to Free, Fair Elections, Says Amupitan<\/p>\n

Tinubu Support Group Announces Mega Prayer Rally Ahead of 2027 Elections<\/p>\n

Credit Direct Moves to Tackle SMEs Cash flow Mgt Challenge<\/p>\n

HouseMoves to Enforce Gas Station Siting Rules after Apapa Explosion<\/p>\n

Oborevwori Flags Off Construction of N29.8bn Aboh-Akarai Road Project<\/p>\n

Ogun Ministry Hosts Workshop on New Planning, Building Regulations<\/p>\n

Gunmen Strike again in Plateau, Attack Mourners during Mass Burial<\/p>\n

Ogun East 2027: Abioduns Scorecard Trumps Daniels Return Bid<\/p>\n

NUPRC: MEast Crisis Opens 10 Million bpd Oil Supply Window for Nigeria, African Countries<\/p>\n

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

Senate approves federal court jurisdiction for pre-election matters<\/p>\n

Senate approves N2.2tn FCT budget, earmarks N1.7tn for capital projects<\/p>\n

Wike defends FCT land allocations to media houses<\/p>\n

NECO to launch computer-based exams to curb malpractice<\/p>\n

Senate reverses on procedure for electing presiding officers<\/p>\n

Delta police investigate viral Asaba shooting claim<\/p>\n

Ex-Power minister Saleh Mamman convicted of money laundering<\/p>\n

NITDA lists protection steps as DeepLoad malware targets Nigerian users<\/p>\n

Mutfwang links Plateau terror attacks to organised networks, decries scale of destruction<\/p>\n

INEC raises security alarm, seeks police collaboration<\/p>\n

Rice prices jump 20.5% as 50kg hits 112,000 NBS<\/p>\n

FCCPC, NAFDAC sign MoU on consumer protection<\/p>\n

PDP focused on winning elections, not fighting Wike Aba<\/p>\n

Obi, Kwankwaso coalition wont shake Tinubu in 2027 Prof Yusuf<\/p>\n

Alex Ottis governance has changed Abia politics ahead of 2027 Aguocha<\/p>\n

Kogi govt secures release of abducted orphanage victims<\/p>\n

Labour Party to begin sale of nomination forms soon Aguocha<\/p>\n

2027: Akume urges clerics, traditional leaders to promote tolerance<\/p>\n

Niger APC chieftain, Vatsa warns against imposition of candidates<\/p>\n

PDP: Makinde bloc tackles Wike over party leadership<\/p>\n

LP records impressive turnout as it begins sale of nomination forms<\/p>\n

Nigeria emerges Africas most spammed country as fraud calls hit 51%<\/p>\n

Nigerias manufacturing paradox: Heavy taxes amid mounting challenges<\/p>\n

Rising sovereign debt signals growing fiscal strain LCCI<\/p>\n

MAN pushes for clear, efficient execution of naira-for-crude deal<\/p>\n

Firm targets wider consumers with ready-to-drink innovation<\/p>\n

FG leverages $20bn deepwater project to attract global manufacturers<\/p>\n

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

Industry faces widening gap between technology potential, U.S. expert warns<\/p>\n

Obidient Movement rejects faction, reaffirms commitment to Peter Obi<\/p>\n

I am taking activism into politics \u2014 Aisha Yesufu<\/p>\n

Atiku raises alarm over fresh Plateau killings<\/p>\n

Funsho Doherty dumps ADC for NDC<\/p>\n

Developer plans estate for diaspora-friendly investment hub in Abuja<\/p>\n

Companies decry NPA’s charges, pay $111.9m on daily anchorage<\/p>\n

Burna Boy, Shakira team up for FIFA World Cup 2026 official song \u201cDai Dai\u201d<\/p>\n

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

Trump says he would not pay $1,000 to watch US at World Cup<\/p>\n

NiMet warns of flooding in Lagos, Delta, Rivers, 16 other states<\/p>\n

US trade court rules against Trump\u2019s global 10% tariff<\/p>\n

Oshiomhole calls for Akpabio\u2019s resignation over Senate rule changes
\nIran military accuses US of violating truce with attacks on ships<\/p>\n

WHO says now five confirmed cruise ship hantavirus cases<\/p>\n

Accord Chair, Imumolen, fires back at rival faction, insists Otti endorsement was free<\/p>\n

Dangote Refinery denies ex-depot price increase<\/p>\n

FRSC inaugurates Africa road safety hub to tackle fatalities<\/p>\n

INC leadership crisis: Court stops inauguration of new exco, restrains CITRE<\/p>\n

First Bank named Nigerias strongest brand in 2026 by Brand Finance<\/p>\n

5m, 10m Zero-interest Loans: SheVentures opens applications for women entrepreneurs<\/p>\n

Wike blasts PDP critics, defends Tinubu alliance as political realism<\/p>\n

CRiver: Two police officers in custody over community crisis<\/p>\n

Yahaya Bello: Court fixes June 15 for ruling on admissibility of witness statement<\/p>\n

Shakira announces 2026 World Cup theme song featuring Burna Boy<\/p>\n

Recapitalisation: 15 insurers verified,9 still under review<\/p>\n

URUS tackles livestock products deficit with innovative solutions<\/p>\n

Senate passes N2.2trn FCT 2026 budget<\/p>\n

ADC alleges plot to remove judge from Nafiu Bala case<\/p>\n

Trump spokeswoman Leavitt welcomes second child<\/p>\n

Senate passes 2026 Electoral Act Amendment bill<\/p>\n

Carrick says strong finish matters more than his Man Utd future<\/p>\n

Countdown to 2026 FIFA World Cup: Germany keen to rekindle legacy, pedigree<\/p>\n

UAE to document Iran attacks to support legal bid<\/p>\n

Reps to consider Bill on National Alcohol Control framework<\/p>\n

NECOll commence computer-based exams this year Alausa<\/p>\n

Senate makes U-turn on 8-year eligibility for presidency contest<\/p>\n

Fani-Kayode appointed Nigerias ambassador-designate to South Africa<\/p>\n

El-Rufais son dumps APC; three other Reps defect to new parties<\/p>\n

Xenophobia: We cant watch our citizens humiliated in your country FG tells South Africa<\/p>\n

2027: Presidential race is not computer game; Ill consult widely Jonathan<\/p>\n

US to revoke citizenship of naturalised Americans found guilty of fraud<\/p>\n

DSS: SERAP condemns Abuja courts 100m judgment in defamation case<\/p>\n

Police foil truck hijack, recover rifle in Ogun<\/p>\n

NDLEA, US DEA smash global drug laundering syndicate, arrest kingpins<\/p>\n

Buratai denies criticising Tinubu, dismisses report as fake news<\/p>\n

Breaking: Court convicts ex-power minister Mamman of N33.8bn fraud<\/p>\n

Treated like side-chick Keyamo mocks ADC over Obis exit<\/p>\n

Businesses are suffocating under rising costs Hayatu-Deen<\/p>\n

Alleged N33.8bn fraud: Ex-minister Mamman absent as court set for judgmemt<\/p>\n

Israeli army probe soldier seen desecrating Virgin Mary statue in Lebanon<\/p>\n

Troops rescue nine kidnapped victims in Kogi<\/p>\n

US court releases purported Epstein suicide note<\/p>\n

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

2027: Jonathan Has Constitutional Right to Contest, But Lacks Momentum \u2014 Ameh<\/p>\n

Police Action At SDP National Secretariat Aimed at Stopping Our National Convention \u2014 Gombe<\/p>\n

Tinubu Appoints Ogbara-Banjoko To Commodity Exchange Board<\/p>\n

Police Arrest 8 Family-member Kidnap Syndicate, Neutralise 1 Other In Nasarawa<\/p>\n

NUPENG Backs NNPC, Urges Transparency in Warri, Port Harcourt Refinery Revival MoU<\/p>\n

\u2018Stop Attacking Each Other, It\u2019s Childish\u2019, Ugochinyere Charges ADC, NDC, LP<\/p>\n

No Cause For Alarm Over Dividend Pause As Banking Sector Outlook Remains Positive \u2013 Analysts<\/p>\n

Tension As IED Explosion Kills 6 In Zamfara<\/p>\n

2027: Tinubu Submits APC Forms, Seeks Nigerians\u2019 Support For Second Term<\/p>\n

Foundation Invests N204m in Education, Empowerment Initiatives<\/p>\n

Stocks Market Sheds N1.922trn As Investors Exit Blue-Chip Stocks<\/p>\n

Atiku Raises Alarm Over Renewed Plateau Killings, Accuses Federal Gov\u2019t Of Failing To Protect Lives<\/p>\n

Wike Defends Tinubu\u2019s Support As \u2018Political Realism,\u2019 Says PDP Can\u2019t Win With Deep Crisis<\/p>\n

Nigeria Customs Targets Globally Competitive Administration With New Innovations<\/p>\n

2027: We Don\u2019t Have Any Fear Over APC\u2019s Victory, Says Katsina Gov<\/p>\n

\u2018Why I Chose South Africa Over Germany\u2019 \u2014 Ambassador-designate Fani-Kayode Speaks<\/p>\n

2027: Barau Seeks Return to Senate, Submits APC Forms<\/p>\n

Kim Kardashian\u2019s Untold Story Set To Be Unpacked In Explosive New Biography<\/p>\n

Portable Offers Free Aso Ebi Ahead Of Son\u2019s Naming Ceremony<\/p>\n

ADC Faction Directs Suspension Of Nomination Form Sales Pending Court Ruling<\/p>\n

Ex-Police Commissioner, Owoseni, Resigns As Makinde\u2019s Special Adviser On Security<\/p>\n

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

Court fixes Friday for Suit Seeking to Bar Jonathan From 2027 Presidential Race<\/p>\n

Oshiomhole: If we go by new rule, Akpabio not qualified to be Senate President<\/p>\n

Senate reverses amended standing rule, retains previous provisions<\/p>\n

Atiku Raises Alarm Over Renewed Killings in Plateau<\/p>\n

Fani-Kayode Confirms Redeployment to South Africa, Denies Rejection by Germany<\/p>\n

Jonathan: Nigeria has least voter turnout among nations Ive monitored elections<\/p>\n

OPay Partners CBN to Advance Youth Financial Literacy at Global Money Week 2026<\/p>\n

Bello El-Rufai defects to ADC as 5 reps switch parties<\/p>\n

Grid Collapse Will End In Three Months Power Minister<\/p>\n

Court convicts ex-Power Minister of N33.8bn fraud<\/p>\n

Houses burnt, residents killed as Kogi communities renew hostilities<\/p>\n

Ex-Kaduna Speaker rejects APC Consensus Arrangement Favouring Shehu Sani<\/p>\n

Court hears Nafiu-Balas suit against Mark, others on Friday<\/p>\n

Hajj: Over 6,000 Nigerian pilgrims airlifted in 14 flights<\/p>\n

Crude prices slide below $100 as Dangote holds PMS price at N1,275<\/p>\n

Dividend pause not performance driven, says Access Holdings<\/p>\n

Sycamores N3bn commercial paper offer closes at N6.89bn<\/p>\n

ValueJet adds LagosBenin to domestic network<\/p>\n

How Nigeria can overtake South Africa, others in network readiness<\/p>\n

Subscribers decry data depletion as Reps probe poor services<\/p>\n

From rail to resort: NRC elevates Casaverde unveiling experience<\/p>\n

Demand for rail transport beyond current capacity NRC MD<\/p>\n

Protesters storm MTN office over alleged exploitation, poor services<\/p>\n

Gombe magistrate jailed for bribery<\/p>\n

Senate confirms Tegbe, Enikanolaiye as ministers<\/p>\n

FG plans $500m university research fund<\/p>\n

Families demand justice as thugs kill 3 in Kano<\/p>\n

20,815 Boko Haram fighters surrendered in 5 years Theatre Commander<\/p>\n

Reps fault NCC over poor telecom services, order probe<\/p>\n

Meningitis kills 33 children in Sokoto<\/p>\n

Why Akpabio, Oshiomhole clashed over Senate leadership rules<\/p>\n

Obi, Kwankwasos exit spurs us to work harder David Mark<\/p>\n

Suspension: Ireti Kingibe to know fate May 18<\/p>\n

Insecurity threatens free, fair polls INEC chairman<\/p>\n

To Wike: It is wickedly wicked to convert Wuyes hospital land into private estate<\/p>\n

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

Police aid Gabam takeover of SDP headquarters after Adebayos screening<\/p>\n

Beyond LG autonomy: Should we be concerned<\/p>\n

Senate: Shettima alleges consensus plot to weaken Tinubus chances<\/p>\n

Oyo 2027: Bakare picks APC forms, pledges service delivery<\/p>\n

Attacking each other is childish, stop bickering, Ikenga tells ADC, NDC, LP<\/p>\n

17th Africa Aquatics Championship: Nigerian swimmers shine in Algeria<\/p>\n

Suspension of Twitter toughest decision I took as minister Lai Mohammed<\/p>\n

Shakira announces 2026 FIFA World Cup song featuring Burna Boy<\/p>\n

My latest posting to South Africa opportunity to serve Nigerias foreign policy Fani-Kayode<\/p>\n

Public health: House of Representatives receive bill on alcohol control<\/p>\n

Billionaire drug baron, two female kingpins arrested global crackdown<\/p>\n

Senate passes 2026 Electoral Act amendment bill<\/p>\n

Coalition decries dangers of ultra-processed foods in Nigeria<\/p>\n

Inclusive climate action: SOS unveils phase II Eco champions project<\/p>\n

Ranking rule: Senate makes u-turn on 2027 leadership positions<\/p>\n

Before the verdict: Unravelling the cracks in Nigerias high-stakes power miinistry trial<\/p>\n

Breaking: El-Rufais son, 3 other House of Representatives members defect to new parties<\/p>\n

Nigerian Army warns personnel against social media use<\/p>\n

Carter Efe challenges Wizkid to celebrity boxing showdown<\/p>\n

Nigeria secures CAF grade A coaching convention approval<\/p>\n

Gunmen abduct 6 Nasarawa state university students<\/p>\n

Nigeria tops Africa as most spammed country Report<\/p>\n

Nafiu Bala vs David Mark: Court fixes date to hear ADC leadership dispute<\/p>\n

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