Nigerian Newspapers Headlines, Wednesday, 5 November 2025

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines

PUNCH

US shutdown hits 35 days, tying longest in history

China backs Nigeria, warns against foreign interference

Tinubu appoints Nwabueze as tax ombudsman

Gunmen kill 28-year-old man in fresh Plateau attack

Nigeria’s political nomads and their endless dance of defections

Nigeria to boost engineers’ global recognition by joining Sydney Accord

China backs Nigeria, warns against foreign interference

Court clears PDP to hold national convention in Oyo

Reps in rowdy session over Trade Fair complex probe

Kanu gets Wednesday deadline to open defence in terrorism trial

Tinubu moves to appoint new ambassadors amid US tension

FG insists no religious persecution in Nigeria

DSS dismisses 115 personnel, warns against impostors

Kogi CP decorates PPRO, 42 others with new ranks

Traders shut down Benue market over rising car thefts

Tinubu directs education minister to end ASUU strike

JUST IN: Reps make U-turn, reconvene for plenary Wednesday

NEMSA intensifies power safety checks, orders EEDC to fix 31 faulty lines

Anambra poll: INEC boss engages political parties as 63.9% PVCs collected

Kano gov promises press freedom, improved journalists welfare

ECOWAS rejects genocide allegations, urges unity against terrorism in W’Africa

Police arrest suspected militant, hunt fleeing monarch in A’Ibom

Stay out of Anambra, IG warns criminals ahead of election

Senate to seek harmonised response with Tinubu on Trump’s threat

Don warns against return to military rule, urges ECOWAS reforms

CPC blacklist: Avoid confrontation with Trump, Bafarawa tells Tinubu

Reps suspend plenary for one week over unpaid contractors protest

FG unveils platform to promote transparency, curb corruption in varsities

JUST IN: Tinubu seeks Senate confirmation of Enugu Attorney-General as minister

UK orders poultry kept indoors as bird flu spreads

IG deploys new CP to oversee security for Anambra gov poll

NSDC unveils outgrower programme to boost local sugar production

THISDAY

Obi: Nigeria’s Entrepreneurial Future Hinges on Supporting Small Businesses

Q3: Fuelled by Products Price Hike, Oil & Gas Coys’ Revenue Hits N7.44trn

Mental Illness: 50m Nigerians Affected, 75% Untreated, Say Psychiatrists

Private Sector Credit Now N72.5trn, Govt Borrowing Maintains Upward Trend

Court Orders Interim Forfeiture of Lagos Night Club Over Drug Allegations

Nigeria- U.S Diplomatic Row: Blame APCs Foreign Policy, Says Olawepo-Hashim

FG Inaugurates Tertiary Education Governance Platform

Senate Sets Up Panel to Probe Multi-Billion Dollars Railway Projects Under Buhari

FGs Tax Reforms ll Boost IGR, Strengthen Subnational Economies, Says Adedeji

Anambra Guber: Dont Dare Security Operatives, IGP Warns Thugs

Tinubu Seeks Senates Approval of N1.15trn Domestic Loan

Police Commissioner: 60,000 Security Personnel Deployed for Anambra Guber Poll

19 Bandits Neutralised,Two Soldiers, Vigilance Member Killed in Kano Clash

LG Election Fallout:APC Suspends Federal Lawmaker in Niger

Abia Govt Targets Turkey, European Investors for Revival of Moribund Textile, Ceramic Industries

NLNG Targets Young Nigerians with $20,000 Prize for Creative Arts

FG, States, LGs Share N16.4tn in 9 Months, Revenue Surges Nearly 40%

FG Seeks IMFs Support to Strengthen Fiscal Resilience in Oil Sector

GUARDIAN    

Bandits attack Niger Rep, injure security aides

Experts seek overhaul of Nigerias water governance to prevent crisis

FG wont allow fresh ASUU strikes, Alausa vows

ECOWAS condemns Trumps Nigeria designation of CPC, urges UN support

Timeline of Ned Nwoko and Regina Daniels marital issues

Anambra: APGA, APC, LP emerge frontrunners in Saturdays governorship poll

Mompha loses no-case submission in alleged 6b money laundering suit

10 years after, NACCIMA revives NigeriaChina business forum to boost trade

Court declines request to strike out 300m illegal eviction suit

FG orders varsities, others to publish annual financial reports from Q1

Court frees 13 unlawfully detained inmates in Taraba, awards N48m damages

UK jails Nigerian student for raping stranded teenage bus passenger

Trouble in paradise: Regina Daniels accuses husband of intimidating her family

Family declares 45-year-old hairdresser missing in Ibeju-Lekki

Court threatens to foreclose Kanu if he fails to open defence

Nigerias energy future depends on local capacity, homegrown expertise

FG unveils 50 tax exemptions, reliefs to cushion new fiscal reforms impact

VANGUARD

Tinubu hosts Catholic Archbishop Kaigama at Aso Villa

Trump’s genocide claim divisive, dangerous for region’s cohesion — ECOWAS

US deployment off Venezuela ‘increases tension’ – Pope

Trump to meet Syrian president at White House Nov. 10

Court clears PDP to hold national convention in Ibadan

Four killed, many injured as suspected herdsmen storm Benue community

DSS dismisses 115 officers for indiscipline

Trump’s threat: US pursuing personal agenda – Ex-Army chief Dambazau

ECOWAS dismisses Christian genocide allegations, says claims threaten regional unity

Governor Lawal executing N140 billion projects across Zamfara Official

How Zamfara fiscal rating jumped to 17th from 36th position under Dauda Lawal BudgIT

Nigerias Constitution forbids religious persecution FG

Trumps Threat: EU expresses solidarity with Nigeria

Tinubus efforts to make Nigeria stand firm behind Trumps war threat Afenifere

IGP deploys CP Abayomi Shogunle to head election duty in Anambra

Trumps Threat: Sanwo-Olu calls for calm, urges citizens to defend Govt

PDP petitions IGP over alleged violent takeover of secretariat

Insecurity: We cant describe whats going on as genocide ADC spokesperson

Trumps Threat: Nigerias economy at risk unless Alaje

Troops kill scores of terrorists in thwarted attack on Mallam Fatori

Nigeria will emerge stronger amid Trump threats FG

Senate probes railway projects under Buhari as derailments surge

Russian reservists face call-ups as Ukraine hits refineries

Labour unions across Africa back Tunisias fight for fair pay

Court orders conduct of PDP National convention for Nov 15,16

PDP Convention: Fayose dismisses Oyo High Court order, calls it Awada Kerikeri

Rivers market shut as Hausa traders stab one to death, another battle for survival

FULL LIST: FG releases 50 exemptions, reliefs Nigerians will enjoy from 2026

Court clears PDP to hold national convention in Ibadan

Tinubu writes senate, seeks fresh 1.15trn domestic loan to fund Budget

Pay contractors within seven days, Reps order finance, budget ministers

Reps adjourn sitting for one week in solidarity with unpaid contractors

Trump: Southern, Middle Belt leaders reject unsolicited U.S. military intervention

Troops neutralise scores of Boko Haram fighters in failed attack on Borno military base

He was abducted, not extradited US-based cleric demands Kanus release

LEADERSHIP

Invasion Threats: US Looking For Opportunity To Establish Base In Nigeria — Dambazau

‘I Am Not Scared Of Trump’, Deputy Senate President Barau Tells Akpabio

DSS Dismisses 115 Personnel, Warns Public Against Impostors

Troops Foil Terrorists Attack, Kill 6 In Borno

Reps Make U-turn, Reconvene Plenary Hours After Adjournment Over Contractors’ Protest

Why China Opposes US’ Threat Of Military Intervention In Nigeria — Experts

Illegal Eviction: Court Declines Request To Strike Out ₦300m Suit

NASS Has Approved ₦1.1trn For Debt Settlement, Akpabio Tells Protesting Contractors

2 Suspects Arrested Over Derailment Of Warri-Itakpe Train

JUST-IN: Tinubu Orders End To ASUU Strikes

FEC Approves First Nigeria National Land Transport Policy

Court Dismisses Mompha’s No-case Submission In N6bn Fraud Case

It’s Impossible For Nigeria To Accept Religious Persecution — Tuggar

Genocide: Trump Ignorant Of Nigeria’s Security Situation — Ndume

2027: We Must Remove Kano Governor At All Cost — APC Chairman

Senate Will Deliberate On Trump’s Claims About Nigeria – Akpabio

Senate Launches 6-week Probe Into Frequent Train Derailments

Tinubu Calm Amid US Threats, Says Information Minister

Federal Government, UNICEF Task Media Practitioners On Responsible Child Rights Reporting

JUST-IN: Court Orders PDP, Damagum To Proceed With National Convention

‘We Never Seized Her Passport’, Immigration Denies Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Allegation

Tinubu Nominates Enugu Attorney-General Kingsley Udeh As Minister

JUST-IN: Tinubu Requests ₦1.15trn Domestic Loan To Fund 2025 Budget Deficit

US-based Ex-member Accuses MFM Of Intimidation, Writes Trump For Investigation

Governor Alia Appoints Professor Kenen As Benue Varsity VC

UK Court Jails Nigerian Student 10 Years For Raping Teenager

BREAKING: China Warns US Against Interfering In Nigeria’s Internal Affairs

Terrorism Charge: Court Gives Kanu Till November 5 To Defend Self Or Waive Right

DAILY TIMES   

NAFDAC rewards exceptional staff for spurting Agency to unprecedented milestone

FG pledge support for nurses, midwives to host commonwealth conference

In anticipation of Anioma State creation, kinsmen to hold Abuja cultural festival

CPC Designation, consequence of lack of prudent use of resources says Obi

Immigration withholds, releases Natasha Akpotis passport at Abuja airport

Genocide: Osun Gov calls for peaceful dialogue between Nigeria, United States

Democracy is Bleeding Not Dying: Why Nigeria Must Reject Military Romance

Trumps Military Action: Ribadu, service chiefs hold closed door meeting

ADP condemns threats against Nigeria, calls for diplomacy, peace

Nigerian assets tumble after Trump threatens military action

NELFUND hits 1M applications, disburses N116bn in 18 months

NATION         

Adjournment: House backtracks resumes plenary Wednesday

DSS dismisses 115 personnel, warns public against impostors

Abba Kyari denies ownership of property linked to him

Confusion continues in PDP as Damagun writes INEC on suspension of Anyanwu, others

FCT fire service records 338 incidents, 18 deaths in 9 months

Akpabio petitions Police, DSS over fake news about Trumps comment

Nigeria will emerge stronger amid Trump threats Tinubu

Reps adjourn plenary over debt to local contractors

Fed Govt targets 7m to empower with digital skills, vocational training

Cocoa farmers protest Ondos new forest policy

I would love to play taxi driver role in a movie Davido

Blaming Regina Daniels mother over marital crises wrong Blessing CEO

Tinubu seeks fresh 1.15trn domestic loan to fund 2025 budget deficit

JUST IN: PDP secures court order to proceed with national convention

UPDATED: Court orders Kanu to enter defence or deemed to waive right to

African leaders, entrepreneurs to attend pre-launch of $1.4bn Ubuntu Susu SME fund in Ethiopia

Prophet Babatunde Ephrata warns of national, global shifts in 2026 prophecy

Tinubus aide applauds NELFUND, hails Presidents support for tertiary students

China backs Nigeria, rejects US threats over religious freedom allegations

 DAILY TRUST

First land transport policy awaiting final FEC approval – Minister

Firm partners FG on $3bn Carbon Market Goal

Trump’s threat: Don’t create another Sudan, FG warns

‘I’m Not Scared of Trump’, Barau tackles Akpabio

DSS sacks over 100 operatives

Tinubu Launches 100 Free Homes for Widows in Kaduna

Reps make U-turn on plenary suspension, to reconvene Wednesday

PHOTOS: Tinubu hosts Catholic Archbishop at Aso Rock

Power Theft, Vandalism: IBEDC Engages Kwara Community

Genocide: Who am I to reply Trump’ Akpabio

FG trains 25,000 youths in various skills

Court approves PDP convention, Orders INEC to Attend, Monitor.

Religious Genocide: Trump is Ignorant, Says Ndume

Judge talks tough as Kanu insists on not opening defence

JUST IN: Rowdy session at Reps over Lagos Trade fair probe

Nigeria is our strategic partner, China rejects US threat

NASENI Joins Global League of Science Innovators, Puts Nigeria at the Heart of Sustainability

Strike: Tinubu orders immediate resolution as doctors insist on demands

Rotary boosts maternal, child health drive in Nigeria with $5m funding

Media team calls for informed narratives to drive social progress

Bandits abduct 10 in Kebbi, police rescue six

State agents behind 74% of attacks on journalists MRA

4 injured as bandits attack Sokoto community

AUTHORITY

BUSINESSDAY

Court clears PDP to hold November national convention

Reps reverse plenary suspension, to resume Wednesday

DSS dismisses 115 officers, warns public against fraudulent impostors

Ransom demands double to $2m as retailers struggle with hidden security gaps

Trump’s invasion threat: Tinubu using multiple channels to address issue – Idris

Nigeria’s $1 trillion economy target tied to security reform, says NEC Committee

Naira recoups losses as market shrugs off Trump threat

Drama in Senate over Trump’s threat as Akpabio, Barau differ on response

2025 Budget: Tinubu seeks Senate’s approval for ₦1.15tn loan

China warns against use of force as U.S. threatens military action in Nigeria

Rowdy session as Reps reject motions on insecurity, land scandal

Bonny Light jumps to $78.62, outperforms global benchmarks, WTI, Brent

Nigerian assets tumble after Trump’s invasion threat

Experts urge diplomacy to offset Trump’s threat, restore investor confidence

Tinubu appoints Nwabueze as Tax Ombudsman

Implementing turnaround management crucial for reviving moribund assets – Experts

NEW TELEGRAPH

Tinubus Independent Stand Irks Trump, Says Afenifere

Akpabio, Barau Disagree On Response To Trumps Threat

Invasion Of PDP Secretariat, Act Of Political Lawlessness Natl Forum

Tinubu Orders Education Minister To Prevent ASUU Strike

Reps In Rowdy Session Over Lagos Trade Fair Complex Probe

Genocide Allegation: Extremists Plotting To Divide Nigeria Idris

Genocide Allegation: US Has Ulterior Motives Dambazau

Senate Moves To Probe Railway Projects Executed Under Buhari

FG Pledges Support For Nurses, Midwives To Host Commonwealth Conference

Damagums Purported Suspension Laughable NCentral PDP

JUST-IN: Court Clears PDP To Hold Natl Convention

Borno Govt Distributes 63 Patrol Vehicles To Security Agencies

Tinubu Seeks Senates Nod For N1.15trn Fresh Domestic Loan

FCT Fire Service Decries Obsolete Equipment, Shortage Of Stations, Manpower

Lagos Urges Citizens To Partner Law Enforcement Agencies For Safer State

Abia LG Health Workers To Receive FG CONHESS Scale

Cocoa Farmers Seek Aiyedatiwas Intervention On Forest Farming Policy

Genocide: China Warns US Govt Against Military Threat In Nigeria

BLUEPRINT

Beware of logistics failure, INEC chair warns staff

2 arested over Warri- Itakpe train derailment as NRC announces fresh resumption date

Why Nwabunike deserves a National Honour

PDP crisis: North-Central stakeholders, others speak as court clears way for convention

Senate probe railway projects under Buhari

Uproar in Senate over Trumps threat

2025 AFCON: Super Eagles star ruled out

2026 World Cup playoffs: Gabon coach set to unleash squad on Super Eagles

FG launches portal for governance, transparency in tertiary institutions

Local contractors ground National Assembly over unpaid bills

2025 Budget: Tinubu seeks Senate approval for N1.150trillion loan

18 young Nigerians to undergo dual vocational training in Germany

Trumps comment on Nigeria a wake-up-call Apostle Kure

ADC cautions against foreign interference, Says Nigerias democracy must be protected

FCT infrastructure: Wikes drive remarkable, FCT residents commend minister

Troops repel terrorists attack, eliminate scores, recover weapons

Nnamdi Kanu proves charges against him dead, Says lawyer

Court gives Nnamdi Kanu deadline to defend terrorism charges or

Illegal eviction: Abuja court refuses to strike out N300 million suit

Kalu, Senate caucus, govs to meet promoters of new South-east state November 14

General Musa: SOKAPU to honour ex-CDS

No more oppositions, NDDC under Tinubu has performed beyond expectations Emami

Well welcome Nigeria, U.S. joint operation against terrorism Presidency

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