Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Friday, 31 October 2025

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

VANGUARD

Trump stirs tensions with surprise order to test nuclear weapons

Trump to cut refugee cap to 7,500, favour white South Africans

One dead, 8 rescued as another building collapses in Lagos

Bandits slay pastor, abduct 20 worshippers in Kaduna community

Give us results, not excuses, Tinubu tells service chiefs

NEXIM Bank boss predicts South-South as emerging hub for export diversification

Ex-Deputy Gov Omobayo writes IG over threats of arrest by Edo government

Massive gridlock grinds Lagos-Ibadan Expressway after fatal Kara Bridge crash

One killed, monarchs palace burnt as youth leadership crisis erupts in Rivers community

FG Moves to implement single window policy for port efficiency Shettima

Truck crushes five to death, two injured in Ondo accident

Nigeria can earn more from agriculture than from oil Peter Obi

FG to develop national electricity policy coordination framework Minister

UK reaffirms commitment to deeper bilateral trade relations with Nigeria

FG, operators differ on states capacity to regulate power sector

SEC, CBN, EFCC partner to track, freeze illicit digital wallets

Party Registration: ADA, NDP, 6 others move to next stage

INEC accredits Vanguard, 75 others to cover Anambra election

Tinubu appoints AbdulRazaq head of Renewed Hope Ward Development Programme Committee

Constitution Review: Bauchi seeks creation of 29 additional LGAs

Federal Fire Service contains massive blaze at Jabi Lake Mall

SDP Crisis: 36 state, FCT chairmen demand immediate constitution of Board of Trustees

FG, investors clash over states capacity to regulate electricity market

S/ West Summit: Governors, stakeholders advocate for regional integration

EFCC did not charge ex-minister with $6bn fraud- witness tells court

Weve recovered over 90 mining sites from illegal miners Alake

Senator Natasha joins #JusticeForOchanya campaign

EFCC warns car dealers against aiding money laundering, terrorist financing

FG reaffirms commitment to promoting decent jobs

Natasha invites Akpabio to Kogi project commissioning, quarrel appears settled

Defection: Stop plot to impeach me, Bayelsa Dep Gov begs court

Yilwatda inaugurates training on e-registration in Kaduna

2027: REC urges Nigerians to participate in voter registration, get PVCs

Service Chiefs: Army should be on 1st line charge Ndume

Tinubu to new Service Chiefs: We expect results not excuses

Stable policies key to resilient energy investments Stakeholders

Kanu has constitutional right to agitate for self-determination Sarkin Hausawa of Amawbia

SDP Crisis: My husband has no plans to defect Mrs. Adebayo

Southwest Summit: Gov. Adeleke decries politicisation of federal projects

Clarify legal basis for Nnamdi Kanus trial, IPOB tells NBA

Bandits kill clergyman, abduct over 20 in Kaduna HEKAN

Vigilante operative kills colleague in Imo community

One dead, eight rescued as another building collapses in Lagos

Food security: FG distributes inputs to farmers in Plateau

Nigerian designer embraces clashes and chaos at Lagos Fashion Week

Saudis refused to sign Messi ahead of 2026 World Cup Official

Amid arrest rumours, NDDC boss engages stakeholders in Port Harcourt

Court orders detention of lawyer, 4 others for cyberbullying

Tinubu decorates Service Chiefs with their new ranks

PUNCH

All Enugu Reps defect to APC

Tinubu asks new service chiefs to crush emerging armed groups

Tinubu decorates new service chiefs

Tinubu approves 15% import duty on petrol, diesel

Non-interest Fund VI leads with 157% growth in one year

Over 30 states rely on federal allocation – Report

Tinubu revokes pardon for Sanda, 140 high-profile inmates

Coup controversy: Military tracks N45bn in NDDC

Ogun, EU partner to power 40 rural health centres with solar energy

FG unveils digital ID app to enhance data protection, user control

Celebrities amplify #JusticeForOchanya campaign seven years after teens death

Anambra poll to showcase Nigeria’s first real-time election result dashboard

Osun LG funds: Adeleke laments unfair treatment by FG despite regional ties

Reps probe excessive tax deductions, bank charges

Agriculture key to Nigeria’s $1tn economy goal – Bagudu

Natasha invites Akpabio, others to projects inauguration in Kogi

NMA denies leadership crisis, reaffirms commitment to members welfare

FG unveils automated customs payment system to ease foreign parcel clearance

FG, EU sign agreements to boost local pharma, reproductive health

New political parties: Eight groups advance to next stage of verification -INEC

Investors lost N316bn to ponzi schemes in Nigeria SEC

Boost troops pay, lift morale, Ndume urges new CDS

FG approves 758bn bonds to clear pension backlogs, says PenCom DG

FG unveils digital waste marketplace platform, targets 10m youth jobs

96,000 Nigerian children at risk of death from malnutrition Forum

Reps confirm appointments of new service chiefs

Fear grips Benue community as woman dies of Lassa fever

Bayelsa deputy gov sues assembly, alleges plot to remove him

Tinubu asks new service chiefs to crush emerging armed groups

New Defence chief pledges intelligence-driven operations, improved soldiers welfare

Manufacturers record fragile growth as credit drops N7.72tn

15% fuel import tariff will worsen hardship, says Delta APC chieftain

Senate seeks to establish autism centres in Abuja, Rivers, others

Pardon list: Lagos APC defends Tinubu, knocks Atiku

New Army chief vows to tackle insecurity, protect citizens

Oyo claims agricultural investment slashed food prices

Volkswagen posts 1bn loss on tariffs, Porsche woes

Trump to ease tariffs on China after talks with Xi

Police dismiss viral video of bandits in Jigawa as fake

Abia, firm partner to expand digital connectivity, investment

JUST IN: New Naval Chief assumes office, vows to tackle oil theft

IG appoints first force medical services director

Press freedom violation report ‘misleading’ Kano

JUST IN: Tinubu approves 15% import duty on petrol, diesel

Reps seek urgent upgrade of ABU, UI, UNN

Red Cross promotes vaccine awareness to boost immunisation in Anambra

Jamaicans face homelessness, massive cleanup after Hurricane Melissa

Tinubus support helped Air Peace crash London fares to $3,000 Onyema

Board warns Nigerians against fake paramilitary recruitment messages

EXPLAINER: How new tax laws affect Nigerians abroad

Russia strikes injure 11 in Ukraine

Trump orders US to start nuclear weapons testing

THISDAY

Tinubu to Service Chiefs: Its Time to Defeat Terrorists, Bandits

FG Inches Closer To Implementing Single Window Policy For Efficiency At Nigerian Ports By 2026

FHA Mortgage Bank Sets 10,000-Home Target For Abuja by 2027

Edun: Removal of Fuel Subsidy, FX Reforms Have Strengthened Public Finances

Kaduna Projects Boom: Uba Sanis African Trajectory

Presidential Aide Launches National Traditional Leaders Summit to Strengthen Peace and Democratic Governance

Sudanese War Could Spiral Across Africa, Envoy Warns Nigeria, Others

Tinubu Swears in CDS, Service Chiefs, Decorates Them With New Ranks

FG, Firm Signs $400m Deal To Boost Local Steel Production

GUARDIAN    

Tinubu launches NINAuth App, directs MDAs to adopt platform for verification

FG moves to implement National Single Window, targets faster cargo clearance by 2026

10 JAMB staff face prosecution over corruption allegations

Bandits kill HEKAN priest, abduct over 20 church members in Kaduna

Reps pass bill to ensure 30% local value addition before raw material export

NMA, Foundation donate sanitary towels to female inmates

Nigeria has no business being among hunger-stricken countries, says Peter Obi

Ogoni people still suffering despite oil wealth, says OLI president

Osun poll: Im too popular to be afraid of federal might, says Adeleke

INEC advances eight applications for political party registration

Reps pass bill to ensure 30% local value addition before raw material export

10 JAMB staff face prosecution over corruption allegations

Teenager killed as NDLEA operatives, drug barons clash in Edo

Court orders remand of lawyer, four others for cyberbullying Senator Umar

Students protest over UNICAL pharmacy accreditation delay

#JusticeForOchanya: Senator Natasha extends support to family of deceased teen

CAC says Registrar-General wont succumb to intimidation or blackmail

FG unveils national waste marketplace programme

Trump orders US to start nuclear weapons testing

Saudis turned down Messi stint ahead of 2026 World Cup, says official

LEADERSHIP

King Charles III Strips Prince Andrew of Title, Orders Him Out of Royal Lodge

Forte GCC CEO Engr. Khalil Hails Keystone Bank MD Imam On Investiture As CIBN Fellow

Governor Alia, Mary Ikoku, Others Win Awards At Accolade Africa Growth Summit In UK

Credible National ID System Key To National Development — Tinubu

JUST-IN: New COAS Redeploys Senior Officers In First Shake-up

Bandits Kill HEKAN Cleric, Abduct 20 Worshippers In Kaduna

ADA, 7 Others Inch Close To Registration As Political Parties, Upload Details On INEC Website

Alleged Forgery: Trial Of Abuja Lawyer, 1 Other Begins As Police Call First Witness

Court Orders Remand Of Lawyer, 4 Others For Alleged Cyber Bullying Of Bauchi South Senator

Natasha ‘Reconciles’ With Akpabio, Invites Senate President For Project Commissioning In Kogi

Arrest Rumours: NDDC Boss Ogbuku Makes Public Appearance At Agricultural Stakeholders Event In Rivers

We’ll Leave No Stone Unturned To Improve Nigeria’s Security, Says New Air Chief

Federal Government Unveils Programme To Convert Waste Streams Into Economic Assets

Defection: Tinubu Already Handed Me Over To APC National Chair, Says Governor Kefas

US, China Reach Landmark Agreement Linking Tariffs To Drug Control

Police Rescue 1 Kidnap Victim, Arrest Suspected Female Kidnapper, 1 Other In Kwara

Tinubu Decorates Service Chiefs With New Ranks

APC Chair Yilwatda, Enugu Governor Mbah Present As 6 Lawmakers Defect To APC In House Of Reps

JUST-IN: Senate Confirms Bernard Doro As Humanitarian Affairs Minister

UPDATED: Policeman, 5 Others Killed As Trucks Collide, Burst Into Flames On Lagos-Ibadan Expressway

Nigeria Not Violating Religious Freedom – Minister

IGP Egbetokun Appoints AIG Nkechi Eze As Pioneer Force Medical Services Director

3 Months After APC Chair Appointment, Yilwatda Still Listed As Minister On Ministry’s Website

New Naval Chief Abbas Vows Crackdown On Crude Oil Theft, Maritime Crimes

DAILY TIMES

NNPC begins technical, commercial review of Warri, Port Harcourt, Kaduna refineries

Kaduna allocates N1.4bn for erosion control, compensation of 891 households

JAMB officials walkout on Reps as Cttee gives Registrar ultimatum

NERC at 20: Commission commits to stronger reforms for reliable electricity

National voter register printout: Lawyer prays court to quash INECs N1.5bn fee

AAC condemns sexist attacks on Anambra governorship candidate Ifemeludike

Aircraft owners advocates cheaper financing to strengthen Nigerian aviation sector

Too little, too late Atiku slams Tinubus reversal of pardon for drug lords

NATION         

Natasha invites Akpabio, Senators to Kogi for project commissioning

Police rescue kidnap victims, arresttwo suspectsin Kwara

INEC to verify eight associations seeking registration as parties

Court remands lawyer, four others in police custody for allegedly cyber-bullying Senator

N300.2bn lost to Ponzi schemes, says SEC

Nigerians revive Justice For Ochanya seven years after teens death

FG launches NIPOST paystack portal

JUST IN: New Service Chiefs assume office, vow to fight terrorism, insurgency, others

JUST IN: Tinubu approves 15 percent Import Duty on petrol, diesel imports

JUST IN: APC gains two-third majority in House of Reps

APC cautions against bitterness-driven politics

Wike builds new police stations to curb kidnapping, killings

One dies, two injure in NDLEAs shootout with drug baron in Edo

Riverine pupils, students get free educational materials

Fed govt, EU to mobilise investment for Nigerias healthcare ecosystem

SDP State chairmen drag Gabam to EFCC, Police over alleged embezzlement

DAILY TRUST

Tinubu to Service Chiefs: Defeat terrorists, No More Excuses

NDDC MD spotted at public function amid coup arrest rumour

ASUU condemns Kano varsity management, demands transparency

Tinubu decorates new Service Chiefs, charges them to deliver

Eight killed in Lagos auto crash

APC clinches two-thirds majority at Reps as Enugu lawmakers join party

Alleged Coup: Military officers in detention now 42

Village head, two others killed as bandits raid Sokoto community

SPOTTED: Yilwatda still listed as Minister on Humanitarian Affairs website

Candidates shortlisted For Immigration, NSCDC, Fire Service recruitment

NIGERIA DAILY: Breast Cancer Awareness In Nigeria: Breaking The Silence

Saraki Wins Africa Democracy Awards,Dedicates it to Odinga

PDP to know fate on national convention tomorrow

S/West govs, leaders vow to rise above politics for regional unity

Adamawa crisis: ADC upholds Babachir Lawal-backed faction, warns against indiscipline

FG withdraws pardon for Maryam Sanda, drug dealers

Well tackle all security challenges head-on Service chiefs

Resist mischief makers trying to divide Nigeria, Shettima tells ACF

Wike slammed for attending Dubai summit with sons

NNPCL to engage new partners for refinery repairs

JAMB officials walk out on House committee, reject open investigative hearing

FG releases N2.3bn to varsities

Peace deal with bandits undermines state authority Zamfara gov

Outrage over alleged humiliation of teachers by Kwara SUBEB boss

Kano probes diphtheria outbreak in LGA

5.6m northern infants to get vaccine worth N32bn

Mob lynches suspected motorcycle thief in FCT

World Bank, BOI unveil finance model to tackle unemployment, others

Be prepared for new tax regime, CITN charges professionals

With 14.7% rise, African airlines record strongest demand for Cargo

BUSINESSDAY

Onanuga: Tinubu’s reversal on pardon list shows strength, not weakness

Senate confirms Bernard Doro as humanitarian minister

Local refiners to gain as Tinubu approves 15% duty on imported petrol, diesel

Commodity prices to hit six-year low in 2026 as oil glut expands – World Bank

FG releases N2.3bn to clear university unions’ salary arrears

Naira hits 10-month high as investors cut dollar holdings

Food prices drop slightly in Abuja but still high for residents

Tinubu bows to pressure, drops Maryam Sanda, other serious crimes convicts from clemency list
yesterday

Social media warriors are drowning out solutions to Nigeria’s security crises

Routine immunisation uptake rises 44% with UNICEF support – Borno govt

New political parties: Eight associations complete INEC registration requirements

NEW TELEGRAPH

Tinubu Vows To Provide Credible, Secure Identity System

Osun 2026: I Have Experience To Lead Osun, Says APCs Omoworare

Ndume Charges New Service Chiefs On Improved Welfare For Troops

Nigeria, India To Deepen $60bn Investment Portfolio

Lagos Assembly Calls For Guidance, Counselling Departments In All Schools

Edo Police Arrest 13 Suspects Over Death Of 23-Year-Old, Protest

Lassa Fever Kills One In Benue

FG, EU Sign Pacts On Local Manufacturing, Reproductive Health Rights

Party Registration: Only Eight Associations Completed Documentation INEC

Natasha Invites Akpabio To Commission Projects

Adeleke Alleges Victimisation By FG, Warns Against Election Rigging

Tinubu To New Service Chiefs: Crush Emerging Terror Groups

Reps Confirm Appointment Of CDS, Service Chiefs

APC Hits Two-Thirds Majority With 243 Reps

BLUEPRINT

We will work with sister services, others to improve security situation CAS

FG recovers 90 illegal mining sites nationwide

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan invites Akpabio to project commissioning in Kogi

The silent revolution of renewable energy in West Africa

Civil Defence deploys 10,250 operatives for Anambra guber election, warns against violence

Breaking: Senate confirms new minister

APC chieftain begs President Tinubu to reconsider 15% fuel import tariff

No arrest as NDDC boss, Ogbuku addresses agricultural stakeholders in Port Harcourt

Customs, NAPTIP strengthen ties on human trafficking, endangered species protection

FG to boost fish production with NIPSS partnership

NAICOM, FRSC inaugurate c;ttee on Third-Party Motor Insurance enforcement

NMA to provide psychiatric evaluation to prisoners, NCS officers nationwide

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