{"id":33683,"date":"2026-08-07T02:12:25","date_gmt":"2026-08-07T02:12:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=33683"},"modified":"2026-08-07T02:12:25","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T02:12:25","slug":"nigerian-newspapers-headlines-friday-7-august-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/newsroom247.com.ng\/?p=33683","title":{"rendered":"Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Friday, 7 August 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

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

Trump Denies US Weapons Shortage, Threatens Leakers With Jail<\/p>\n

Illegal Miners Flee As Task Force, Troops Raid Taraba Mining Site<\/p>\n

Boost For Education As Tinubu Approves 3,252 PTA Teachers<\/p>\n

NLC, TUC Demand N500,000 As New Minimum Wage<\/p>\n

Ex-National Assembly DG Adamu Fika Dies At 86<\/p>\n

163 Rescued Woro Kidnap Victims Receive Medical Treatment<\/p>\n

Gunmen Kill 3 Herders, 14 Cattle In Fresh Plateau Attack<\/p>\n

PFIPC Scandal: State House Denies Initiating, Supporting \u2018Fake\u2019 Agency<\/p>\n

Atiku, Others React As Tinubu Directs EFCC To Vacate Court Order Freezing Osun Account<\/p>\n

Rep Opposes Frequent Change Of Service Chiefs<\/p>\n

Tinubu Hails Economic Team As NGX Value Hits N160trn<\/p>\n

Asset Integrity, Life Extension Vital to Sustaining Independent Oil Firms\u2019 Value \u2014 Seplat<\/p>\n

AI Writing Controversy: Nigerian Author Jerry Falade Loses $2m<\/p>\n

JUST IN: Explosion Reported Near Apo Bridge In Abuja<\/p>\n

FG Targets Higher FDI With Maiden Nigeria Now Global Investors Expo<\/p>\n

Osun Govt Files N2 Billion Suit Against EFCC Over Alleged Unlawful Freezing Of Statutory Account<\/p>\n

Tinubu Light Initiative To Power 1m MSMEs, Create 50,000 Jobs<\/p>\n

Court Remands Retired DSS Officer Over Alleged Terrorism-Related Offences<\/p>\n

Tinubu Informs Adeleke Of Order To EFCC to Vacate Account Freeze<\/p>\n

For 4 Years, This Man Has Been Dancing, Governor Okpebholo Mocks Adeleke\u2019s Dancing At Osun Rally<\/p>\n

Zamfara Takes Delivery Of 100 Tractors Under Renewed Hope Agri-Programme<\/p>\n

Gas At $8.70\/scf, Costly Loans Undermining Manufacturing Sector- Expert<\/p>\n

Abandoned Road Project Leaves Lagos Residents, Businesses Counting Losses<\/p>\n

UK Appoints Vicky Seymour As Deputy High Commissioner In Abuja<\/p>\n

Move To Bus Terminals Or Be Shut Down \u2013 FCTA Tells Transport Operators<\/p>\n

FCTA To Build More Bus,Taxi Terminals, Move Against Illegal Motor Parks<\/p>\n

Osun: Tinubu Has Exposed Myth Of EFCC Independence, Says Atiku<\/p>\n

Drive Economic Transformation, Oyedele Urges Tax Professionals<\/p>\n

NLC, TUC Demand N500,000 New Minimum Wage For Nigerian Workers<\/p>\n

Nigerian Universities To Benefit From $500m Solar Power Investment<\/p>\n

13 Woro Kidnap Victims Still Missing After Mass Release, Community Leader Reveals<\/p>\n

Lagos Pensioners on Contributory Scheme Give 19-day Ultimatum for Payment<\/p>\n

SEC Commits To Curbing Unclaimed Funds, Strengthen Investor Protection<\/p>\n

Mother Surprises Graduating Son With Live Goat, Wins Hearts Online<\/p>\n

High Interest Rates, Power, Forex Top Challenges As Confidence Index Hits 52.1 in Q2<\/p>\n

Tinubu Orders EFCC To Unfreeze Osun Accounts, Cites Election Timing<\/p>\n

Atiku Accuses Tinubu Of Using EFCC To Target Opposition, Demands Reversal Of Osun Account Freeze<\/p>\n

NANS Dismisses Claims Passport Reform Targets Northern Nigeria<\/p>\n

Kano Suspends Malaria Prevention Programme, Sets Up Probe Committee<\/p>\n

Osimhen Explains Decision To Reject Galatasaray\u2019s Iconic No. 9 Shirt<\/p>\n

CBN Says Reforms Laying Foundation For Inclusive Growth, Economic Stability<\/p>\n

Iran, Oman Agree On Shipping Route Through Strait Of Hormuz<\/p>\n

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

Adopt community engagement model for Ogoni oil resumption, youths urge FG<\/p>\n

Abducted Ogun students regain freedom as police arrest two suspects<\/p>\n

APM faults Presidency over attack on Onaiyekan<\/p>\n

Police rescue abducted teenager, begin manhunt for kidnappers in Oyo<\/p>\n

BudgIT recognises Anambra first lady for health advocacy efforts<\/p>\n

Rivers drivers protest assault by taskforce officials<\/p>\n

Gombe IRS generated N20.7bn in six months Official<\/p>\n

Tinubu approves recruitment of 3,252 PTA teachers into civil service<\/p>\n

ICPC uncovers two more fake agencies in PFIPC probe<\/p>\n

PFIPC scandal: Tinubu receives ICPCs interim report on fake agency<\/p>\n

PFIPC: State House denies backing fake agency as FRSC clarifies plate approval<\/p>\n

Canada proposes new entry categories for skilled workers in 2027<\/p>\n

We studied India, US, Pakistan models for state police framework IG<\/p>\n

NMDPRA proposes new rules to ban fuel price-fixing, artificial scarcity<\/p>\n

Court remands retired DSS officer over IPOB support, cybercrime<\/p>\n

NiDCOM hails first Nigerian neurosurgeon on US medical director appointment<\/p>\n

FG, Yakubu Gowon varsity partner on diplomatic training<\/p>\n

Varsities to get $500m solar power investment<\/p>\n

Im not intimidated by Rihannas Billions, says A$AP Rocky<\/p>\n

UK appoints Seymour as deputy high commissioner to Nigeria<\/p>\n

PFIPC scandal: Family alleges Reps moved to quiz Adeyemi in custody without lawyers<\/p>\n

FG unveils initiative to power one million MSMEs with renewable energy<\/p>\n

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

Tinubu to EFCC: Vacate Court Order Freezing Osun Govt Account<\/p>\n

FG Approves Financing Framework to Accelerate Electrification of Health Facilities<\/p>\n

Former Finance Minister Kemi Adeosun Loses Husband<\/p>\n

Falana Asks Abdulsalami to Retract Abacha Never Looted Claim, Resign from Peace Committee<\/p>\n

Troops Identify Wanted Senior ISWAP Leaders, Declare Lake Chad Terror Chief Most Wanted<\/p>\n

Military Pressure Forces 17 JAS Family Members to Surrender in Borno<\/p>\n

FG Launches Portal to Enhance Service Delivery, Curb Corruption<\/p>\n

Super Falcons Maul Egypt 6-2, to Face Cameroon in Blockbuster Qfinal<\/p>\n

Salah Eclipses Osimhens Turkish Lig Record, Joins Onuachu, Nwaiwu at Trabzonspor<\/p>\n

FG Reaffirms Respect for Catholic Church, Says Current Hardship Passing Phase<\/p>\n

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

Pipeline surveillance: NNPCL lauds zero infractions in Emohua zone<\/p>\n

State police: We studied US, India, Pakistani models IGP<\/p>\n

Umahi outlines national road projects as Tinubu flags off Osun highways<\/p>\n

Court bars UNICAL VC, five others from evicting varsity chaplain<\/p>\n

Ex-DSS officer docked over alleged IPOB membership, terror financing, remanded till Oct. 29<\/p>\n

Military uncovers top ISIS, ISWAP commanders hiding around Lake Chad<\/p>\n

Shettima takes first leave since assuming office, pledges renewed commitment<\/p>\n

EFCC lacks power to freeze Osun accounts without court order SANs<\/p>\n

FG not merely preparing for 2027 FATF review, but to excel AGF Fagbemi<\/p>\n

Cross River: Obudu Cargo Airport 85% complete<\/p>\n

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

Iran threatened to black out Gulf if US hit power plants<\/p>\n

State Police: Weve studied India, America, Pakistans models IGP Disu<\/p>\n

Gbajabiamila leads delegation to Canada, as FG woos diaspora investors<\/p>\n

Meet Nigerias first female neurosurgeon appointed at US childrens hospital<\/p>\n

Police arrest 33-year-old woman for alleged 42.3m visa fraud in Ondo<\/p>\n

TUC demands living wage, decent work for Nigerian workers<\/p>\n

PFIPC: ICPC uncovers two more fake agencies<\/p>\n

ADC to Tinubu: Your EFCC order exposes anti-graft agencys lack of independence<\/p>\n

Nigeria must lead Africas renaissance, rise above petty political differences Utomi<\/p>\n

EFCC storms Lekki apartment complex, arrests over 20 suspects<\/p>\n

Meet the city making 70% of worlds footballs, including World Cup ball<\/p>\n

VDM to honour police invitation as case moves to Force Headquarters, Abuja<\/p>\n

Fake Agency: State House denies requesting budget code from OAGF<\/p>\n

Tinubus reforms laying foundation for $1trn economy APC chairman<\/p>\n

FG: Nigeria Now Expo to deepen solid minerals investment<\/p>\n

2027: Why I withdrew from presidential race to back Tinubu Factional Accord chair<\/p>\n

SEC launches nationwide drive to recover unclaimed dividends<\/p>\n

24-yr-old footballer dies after lightning strikes pitch during match<\/p>\n

African country that wont participate in 2030 World Cup qualifiers<\/p>\n

CBN: Strategic reforms have laid foundation for long-term economic growth<\/p>\n

Pipeline security boosting investor confidence in Delta -Tantita<\/p>\n

Tinubu applauds rescue of 308 kidnap victims, orders stronger early warning systems<\/p>\n

Nigerian man jailed 87 months over $1.7m money laundering scheme<\/p>\n

Terrorism: Court remands ex-DSS official in Kuje Correctional Centre<\/p>\n

13 Woro kidnap victims still missing after 163 regain freedom Community Leader<\/p>\n

TVET Probe: Reps give Education minister Sept 17 deadline, demand records<\/p>\n

State Police: IGP Disu tasks officers on objective national debate, public enlightenment<\/p>\n

Christian elders urge FG to see bishops comments as sincere counsel, not opposition<\/p>\n

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

Atiku: Tinubu has exposed myth of EFCCs independence<\/p>\n

Tinubu orders EFCC to vacate freeze on Osun account<\/p>\n

Sultan demands probe into killing of army officer in Abuja<\/p>\n

Umahi: Tinubus govt initiated only two new highways, others were inherited<\/p>\n

Orji Kalu: Ill resign from APC if Tinubu disrespects Catholic Church<\/p>\n

2027: Court gives INEC 48 hours to upload candidate substituted by APC<\/p>\n

PDP knocks Hausa musician, Rarara over remarks on Pantami<\/p>\n

Accord Party factional presidential candidate steps down for Tinubu<\/p>\n

NDC demands explanation from INEC over portal mix-up<\/p>\n

N600m needed to restore vandalised electricity in Abaji Council chairman<\/p>\n

Osun guber: APCs win-at-all-cost strategy threat to democracy ADC<\/p>\n

Abuja residents embrace light rail as fuel price rises<\/p>\n

We have restored water supply after 3-week disruption<\/p>\n

CBN liquidity lending to non-interest institutions hits N129.71bn<\/p>\n

Nigeria eyes $50bn investments from 22 offshore projects<\/p>\n

FCT minister directs investors to Abujas satellite towns<\/p>\n

Dangote reduces petrol price as crude drops<\/p>\n

Airlines recorded 50 bird strikes in one year Allen Onyema<\/p>\n

FHA remitted N3bn to FG in 6months, offsets N12bn deficit<\/p>\n

Abuja tremor: Alake orders hourly update, assures residents of safety<\/p>\n

Escaped python from ex-AGs residence finally recovered<\/p>\n

Bandits block Niger road, open fire on commercial vehicle<\/p>\n

Bandits kill 3, injure 2 in Kaduna<\/p>\n

FG expresses concern over prolonged detention, prison congestions<\/p>\n

Angry youths burn KAROTA vehicle on Kano highway<\/p>\n

Borno students develop robot teacher for schools<\/p>\n

Issuance of passports nationwide continues Immigration<\/p>\n

Police probe shooting of Adamawa businessman<\/p>\n

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

Tinubus Intervention On Osun Account Demystifies EFCCs Independence ADC<\/p>\n

FG Absorbs 3,252 PTA Teachers Into Federal Unity Colleges<\/p>\n

Alausa Orders Polytechnics To Phase Out Non-Technical Courses<\/p>\n

Oborevwori Calls For Visionary Leadership To Deepen Democracy<\/p>\n

Fuel Subsidy Gulped N1.16trn In 2021, Says RMAFC<\/p>\n

Presidency Wrote 2026 Electoral Act Amendment To NASS -Galadima<\/p>\n

Edo Deputy Gov, Idahosa, Rolls Out Health Insurance Scheme For 4,000 Residents<\/p>\n

Tinubus Reforms Reviving Economy, Attracting Investors, APC Chair Nentawe<\/p>\n

Tinubu Calls Adeleke After Ordering EFCC To Unfreeze Osun Accounts Onanuga<\/p>\n

Cholera: Plateau, UNICEF Firm Up Alliance To Tackle Outbreak In Bokkos, Jos<\/p>\n

PFIPC Probe: ICPC Submits Interim Reports To Tinubu<\/p>\n

Dangote Refinery Tops US For Second Consecutive Month<\/p>\n

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

FG launches N-SEEP, names nine centres to drive sports, education excellence<\/p>\n

Sultan inaugurates Zakat foundations BOT, tasks them on accountability<\/p>\n

Asset integrity, life extension, fixing obsolescence key to sustaining value for independents Seplat CEO<\/p>\n

FG flags off construction of Osogbo-Iwo-Ibadan, Osogbo-Akoda-Gbongan roads<\/p>\n

Fuel subsidy gulped N1.16 trillion in 2021 RMAFC<\/p>\n

Tinubus approval of 3,252 PTA teachers recruitment major boost for quality education Minister<\/p>\n

FG s passport reform not designed to marginalise north NANS<\/p>\n

Xenophobia: Why we postponed planned warning protest against South Africans in Nigeria Youth leaders<\/p>\n

Diaspora group decries substandard projects in Ebonyi, backs Sen. Nwebonyis comment<\/p>\n

Breaking: Tinubu orders EFCC to vacate court order freezing Osun accounts<\/p>\n

He is a defender of democracy, Dangote hails Rep. Ikenga at 44<\/p>\n

Osun: We can freeze accounts for 72 hours without court order EFCC<\/p>\n

Ex-finance minister Kemi Adeosun loses husband<\/p>\n

Ex- Super Eagle captain Odegbami knocks NFF election process, demands fresh leadership<\/p>\n

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