News Headlines Apr 16, 2022. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers

News Headlines Apr 16, 2022. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers

Compiled by Demola Adefajo

ThisDay

Gunmen Invade Soludo’s Community, Kill One Policeman
Breaking: Orlando Julius Dies at 79
Council of State Meets, Receives Briefing on Insecurity, Dariye, Nyame, 157 Others Pardoned
Senate Sets Up 13-man Panel to Investigate Crude Oil Theft
US Report: Nigerian Judicial Officers Demand Bribe for Favourable Rulings
Anyim: PDP Must Not Repeat the Mistake of 2015
Foreign Investment: Ogun Signs $400m MoU on Olokola FTZ, Agro Processing…
HURIWA Condemns Buhari’s Pardon of Ex-Governors Jailed for Corruption
Fayemi Leads NGF’s Delegation to Kaduna over Insecurity
2023: Archbishop of Lagos Tasks Electorate on Need to Vote
Gov Sanwo-Olu Felicitates Christians, Preaches Peace, Harmony
FCT Minister Visits Marwa, Backs NDLEA on Drug War
NRC Begins Repair of Damaged Sections of Abuja-Kaduna Rail Track
Okowa Halts Attempt By ‘Delta South PDP Leaders’ to Endorse Oborevwori
Nigeria, Egypt to Sign Mou on Arts, Crafts Development
Guild of Medical Directors to Reposition Members Via Leadership Summit in…
Plateau Massacre: Lalong Finally Visits Kanam, Calls for Deployment of More…
Nigerian Diplomat Reelected into Rights Committee of UN
2023: Falana, Iyere, Utomi, Others Demand Electronic Voting System
Fayemi Extols Governor Inuwa’s Sterling Leadership Qualities
Moderation in Food Prices Slows Inflation to 15.92%
Abiodun Urges APC Members to Eschew Do-or-Die Politics
Domestic Violence: Senate Seeks Probe of Late Gospel Singer’s Death
Ayade Swears in Acting President of Customary Court of Appeal
Ekiti Community Faults NBA over Comment on Law School Campuses
2023 Presidency: Igbo Leaders Speak in Unison, Demand Slot
2022: Ekiti Now Most Unsecured State in Nigeria, PDP Candidate Laments
Ignore Fake News, I’m Still in Charge of KEDCO, Says Gwamna
Military, Civilian Leaders Have Failed Nigerians, Says Northern Youth Group
2023: Action Alliance, Other Parties Flay CNPP, CSOs’ Planned Protest against…
Aimiebenomon: UK Slick Doctor Who Wants to Govern Nigeria
Sokoto Assembly Speaker, Deputy Chief Whip Defect to PDP
Easter Celebration: Oyetola Admonishes Christian Faithful to Emulate Jesus Christ
Air Peace Relaunches Dubai Service with Promo Fare
Police Hunt for Killer of 28-year-old Man in Niger
Adeleke Predicts Election Victory, Calls for Blacklisting of Poll Riggers
Lalong Mourns Statistician-General, Describes Death as a Huge Loss
All not Well with LAUTECH, ASUU Tells Makinde
Southern Coalition Warns Youths against Blackmail over Amaechi’s Presidential Bid
Anyim: PDP Must Not Repeat Mistake of 2015
APC Holds Emergency NEC Meeting Wednesday
Bayelsa Govt Denies Rift with Dickson, Division in the Party
Gunmen Invade Soludo’s Community, Kill One Policeman
National Assembly Must Be Independent, Ex-Senate Deputy Leader Declares
Verraki, Enterprise Development Company Clocks 3
La Casera Repackages Nirvana, Fetes Dealers
White Rose Unveils new Luxury Product, ‘Camelot Mews’
Stakeholders Rally Support for Africa Education Medal
Hello Perfect Partners Shecluded to Provide Beauty Loans
New Horizons, BMS Engage Student on Coding Challenge
Dapo Abiodun’s Brand Positioning Amid Competitive Politics
Abiodun Revs up Integrated Mass Transit System
CONSEQUENCES OF NEGLECTED INTELLIGENCE
Man City, Liverpool Battle for FA Cup Final’s Ticket at Wembley
A Twitter for Freedom
Grooming Centre’s Stories of Joy, Pride, Gratitude
Justice for Mubarak Bala
Arsenal Take Top-four Revival to St Mary’s
Paul Onuachu: Move from Cegeka Arena Imminent
Super Eagles to Know Opponents for AFCON 2023 Qualification on Tuesday
Sport Minister Commends Nigerian Breweries for Heineken Trophy Tour of Nigeria
Super Falcons to Know Women AFCON Group Opponents
TOWARDS THE DEMYSTIFICATION OF NIGERIAN POLITICS
How to Rescue Abducted Train Passengers

The Nation

Abubakar Umar to FG: Forget census, secure Nigeria first
Electoral Act: Buhari’s ministers must resign before primaries -APC
Plateau massacre: It was horrible seeing my four children lowered into mass grave, says survivor
Imo attack: INEC makes contact with two missing staff
Insecurity: Get ruthless with bandits, NGF tells FG
Electoral Act: Buhari’s ministers must resign before primaries……
2023 presidency: Atiku, Tambuwal, Saraki battle over 166 delegates
Inflation rate hit 15.92% in March
…Igbo youth leaders condemn attack
There’s hope for the nation—Yahaya Bello
It’s an opportunity to rethink our relationships- Sanwo-Olu
Governors, Jonathan, others preach love, peace at Easter
Businessesman kills ‘best friend’ in Niger, absconds…
2023: PDP must reinvent self to win, rescue Nigeria, says Anyim
It’s an opportunity to rethink our relationships- Sanwo-Olu
MI, YCee react to absence of rappers at Rick Ross concert
Keke Tochukwu, wife welcome baby
Shatta Bandle acquires 2022 Ferrari, trolls Davido
2023 AFCON: Radebe, Kalou to determine Eagles fate
Calabar agog for Osim memorial kitty

The Punch

Train attack: Negotiations stalled, FG rejects terrorists’ demand for commanders’ release
Suspend census, secure Nigeria first, ex-milad, SAN, CSOs tell Buhari
APC ticket: What Buhari told Osinbajo, Tinubu, Amaechi, others
Strike: Return to negotiation table, varsity students urge FG, ASUU
Political transformation: Sinners in PDP, saints in APC
Train attack: Negotiations stalled, FG rejects terrorists’ demand for commanders’ release
Suspected herders invade Enugu communities, kill three villagers
I don’t know why I stabbed my boss to death, stole his car –Suspect
Rain pounds Jalingo, victims count losses
Mother seeks help for 12-year-old son battling nose tumour
Ogun, foreign investor sign $400m MoU on Olokola FTZ
FG probes Indorama, Total, 10 others over expatriate quota
Vandalism, hostile community, setbacks to telecoms industry – NCC
Inflation hits 15.92%, highest in five months
Political transformation: Sinners in PDP, saints in APC
Caretaker committee takes over Osun PDP
Groups ask Peller to join presidential race
Wike submits presidential form, PDP promises level playing field
Kalu, Troost-Ekong out of Brentford clash
Nigeria’s football needs change – Amokachi
Who will be Nigeria’s top scorer abroad?
Shooting vs Lobi (4pm): Ezeh talks tough ahead Ortom Boys clash
Harvest of deaths in entertainers’ Circle
Davido, Reekado Banks thrill fans in match against Clarence Seedorf
NTDC DG, stakeholders discuss tourism
Bakre, Arukwe, Branch, others attend premiere of ‘The Blood Covenant’

Leadership

AZMAN Aircraft Billed For Nigeria Caught Fire In S/Arabia 20
JUST-IN: Eni Lifts Force Majeure At Obiafu/Obrikom Gas Line
LCC Postpones Collection Of Tolling At Lekki-Ikoyi link Bridge
Investing In Cosmetics Business
Section 84 (12) Of Electoral Act: Political Appointees In Limbo As Resignation Deadline Looms
Kaduna Train Attack: Relatives Of Kidnapped Victims Protest Plans By NRC To Resume Services
PDP Presidential Aspirants Move To Prune Number Of Contenders
International Friendly: Super Eagles To Play Ecuador June 2
Easter: Presidential Aspirant, Ajadi, Urges Nigerians To Be Steadfast, Hopeful
Easter: Rick Ross Set For Live Performance In Abuja Monday
C’River: I ‘ll Leave A Legacy Of Better Representation If Given APC Ticket – Reps Aspirant
JUST-IN: Nigeria Gets US Nod For Another 12 Fighter Jets
2023: Adamawa North Senatorial Aspirant Promises Rebirth
MNJTF Airstrikes Kill Another Top ISWAP Commander, Abu-Fatima, 15 Fighters
Health Firms Partner To Improve Telemedicine In Nigeria
OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENT MUHAMMADU BUHARI
2023: Adamawa North Senatorial Aspirant Promises Rebirth
2023: APC Youths Hold Solidarity Rally For Adamu, Tasks Him On Fairness
NRM Gov’ship Aspirant Promises To Make Rivers Fishing Hub
Enugu 2023: Zoning For Equity And Even Development
2023 Primaries: APC May Hold Emergency NEC April 20
Omo-Agege Joins Delta Gov’ship Race, Promises To End PDP’s Rule
Skambo, Mark Question FIBA’s Intention, Accuse World Body Of Fueling NBBF Crisis
EDITORIAL
2023: The Real Issues

The Sun

I enjoy pornography, masturbation –Destiny Amaka
Tanko Yakasai: How Buhari’s govt can stop insecurity
Insecurity: Defend your territories against invaders, MBF tells residents
Anambra: Gunmen invade Soludo’s hometown, injure policemen
Kalu, an asset to Nigeria –Senate President
Easter: Kalu, Wike, Sanwo-Olu, Tinubu, others urge Christians to emulate Christ
Pardon for ex-govs: CSO, Falana, Kokori lambast FG
Igbo youths confront gunmen, sponsors
Col Umar condemns FG’s plan to conduct census next year
2023: Anyim promises to continue Jonathan’s policies
NASS throwing out gender bills blessing in disguise –Comfort Lamptey, ex-UN Women country rep
Easter calls for sober reflections –Glo
Comet shipping berths biggest vessel 54809mt lady Jane at WACT, Onne
March inflation highest in Cross River, slowest in Kwara, says NBS
Foreign Investment: Ogun signs $400 million MoU on Olokola FTZ, Agro-processing zone
Why inflation rose to 15.92% in March as against 15.70% in Feb, says NBS
Anambra to host FC Bayern Youth Cup Nigeria 2022
Spanish football federation reports data stolen by hackers
Prosecutors bring charges against late Maradona’s medical team
AFCON 2023 qualification race: Super Eagles to know opponents on Tuesday
Owerri Basketball Classic: A panacea for sports development in the South-East – Ugo Udezue
Super Falcons emerge April 25
2022 WAFU Zone B U20 Cup of Nations: Nigeria faces Ghana again
Osimhen cleared of Plusvalenze trial
JenniFrank: Danger of indiscriminate posting on social media
Billionaire Tunde Folawiyo’s unfazed stance
Sir Kessington Adebutu’s glorious moment at House of Lords
Veteran Saxophonist, Orlando Julius dies at 79
Oba Saheed Elegushi regains his groove
Bellamino serves Nigerians hot Pepper Soup
Ayo Ogunsan’s quest for knowledge
Nollywood sultry actress, Rita Dominic’s love odyssey
How Ali Baba changed my life -Mama Uka, comedian
Regulatory powers and the use of alternative dispute resolution processes
PDP and the Peter Obi factor: Nigerians ready for ‘change’
Managing conflicts in marriage [Part 1]
Federal Road Safety personnel as our unsung national heroes
Land Issue: NRC moves to avert religious crisis in Osun
Enugu USA leader dissociates self from open letter to Ugwuanyi
Peter Obi condemns attacks in South East
Double trouble for Lagos grandma 16th April 2022
What love put together, haircuts nearly put asunder
Living with muscular dystrophy: My story – Oluchi Sonia Okwenna
2023: Why Yahaya Bello is APC’s best bet –Campaign Organisation
IPOB: We’re not involved in killing of INEC staff
Igbo youths confront gunmen, sponsors
Col Umar condemns FG’s plan to conduct census next year
17-year-old boy stabs boss to death in Edo
Insecurity: Recruit mercenaries, we’re tired of FG’s condolence messages –Kokori
2023: President will come from South-East, says Primate Ayodele
Tanko Yakasai: How Buhari’s govt can stop insecurity
2023: Anyim promises to continue Jonathan’s policies
Insecurity: Defend your territories against invaders, MBF tells residents
Lamentations at Easter
Anambra: Gunmen invade Soludo’s hometown, injure policemen
Kalu, an asset to Nigeria –Senate President
Double trouble for Lagos grandma
What love put together, haircuts nearly put asunder
Easter: Kalu, Wike, Sanwo-Olu, Tinubu, others urge Christians to emulate Christ
Living with muscular dystrophy: My story – Oluchi Sonia Okwenna
NBA Playoff: Jordan Nwora makes Bucks team for title defence
Segun Odegbami to Ojeagbase in the grave: You changed my life for good
Land Issue: NRC moves to avert religious crisis in Osun

Daily Trust

JUST IN: Lekki-Ikoyi Toll Collection Postponed Indefinitely
Ramadan, Poor Nigerians And Harsh Economic Realities
Governor Inuwa, Please Expand Degri Market
Meet 12-Year-Old Kano Referee Dreaming To Officiate World Cup Match
Film Speaks Universal Language – Baba Dan Audu
Celebrities With Crushed Marriages
How FG Can End Challenges Of Insecurity
Column No.6: Again, How Not To Vote Come 2023
Tribute To A Humble Journalist, Garba Aliyu Zaria
Complaints, Praises As Maiden Para-Sports Festival Ends In Abuja
Klopp Relishing Heat Of Battle As Reds Gear Up For City Re-Match
2022 WCup: Flamingoes Set To Fly Past Egypt’s U-17 Girls
Mohammed Shehu: Mo Heat Is For Anyone With Basketball Tournaments
United Fans Protesting Against Glazers This Weekend
Mixed Feelings, Reactions As Police Ban ‘Tashe’ In Kano
Communities In Benue’s Hinterland Lack Access To Healthcare
Open Defecation, Urination Defacing Lagos City
Rivers Gov’ship: 23 Eye Brick House
Anambra: Why Shops Are Still Shut Despite Sit-At-Home Cancellation
FCT Minister Visits Marwa, Backs NDLEA On Drug War
PCN Seals 378 Pharmacies, Patent Medicine Shops
CJ Establishes Court For Speedy Resolution Of Peasant Farmers’ Disputes
Teenager Arrested Over Death Of Employer
Sign Peace Corps Bill, Commandant Begs Buhari
Easter: FRSC Deploys 513 Personnel
NBA, APC Condemn Bayelsa Court Invasion By Hoodlums
Till Death Do Us Part
Airline Operators Condemn Attack On Max Air Staff, Warn Unruly Passengers
Nigeria Losing More For Neglecting Persons With Disabilities -Osunde
Beneficiaries Weep As USAID Donates N91.3m Cowpea Processing Machines To Women Farmers
South Africa Flood: Buhari Rues Loss Of 341 Lives
Osinbajo: Let’s Have Frank Discussions On Divisive Issues
2023: I Want To Continue Where Jonathan Stopped – Anyim
Police Arrest Ogun Landlord Who Tied Up 11-Year-Old Twins Like Goats
Easter: FCT Minister Assures Of Adequate Security
Ebonyi Is One Of The Poorest States In Nigeria – Governorship Aspirant
Col Umar Rejects Census, Asks Buhari To Focus On Insecurity
I Won’t Be At Your Funeral, Nigerian Singer Tells Mum
Thanks For Pardoning Dariye, Nyame, Ortom Tells Buhari
2023: I Want To Continue Where Jonathan Stopped – Anyim
Policeman ‘Gunned Down’ In Soludo’s Community
TIMELINE: How Bandits Carried Out 16 Deadly Attacks In Two Weeks
FG ‘Opens Discussion’ With Abductors Of Train Passengers
Dataphyte: Why NNPC May Not Succeed As A Private Business Entity
National Security Challenges Dig Deep As Our Backs Are On The Wall
Osinbajo’s Dilemma
Editorial
Halt Rising Tide Of Cult Attacks, Wars

Vanguard

Lekki-Ikoyi link bridge: Lagos suspends planned collection of tolling indefinitely
Nigeria shall rise again
NBBF: We ‘re focused on way forward – Kida
State pardon: Buhari should pardon all thieves in Prison, says Femi Falana,
NFF takes several steps backwards in it’s choice of coaches
Ramadan recipe: Date yoghurt for Iftar
Enugu USA President emeritus denies consent to Forum’s open letter to Ugwuanyi
Heineken UCL Trophy Tour: As a player, I never got close to Champions League trophy – Okocha
Ortom lauds President Buhari, National Council of State over pardon granted Dariye, Nyame
2023: Arewa Youth group endorses Gov Udom for President
TERROR ATTACKS: We’re down, explore all options including hiring mercenaries, General Ayoola tells FG
Killings: Buhari is overwhelmed – Benue ethnic leaders
Ekiti poll: We must check thuggery, violence, vote-buying, says Segun Oni
Self belief, secret of our success – Ikefe, Plateau Utd defender
When Nigeria’s best solution hides in plain sight
Jang excited over pardon for Dariye, Nyame
NPFL: Rivers Utd, Enyimba light up Port Harcourt
Fiancé of lady who called off wedding 72hrs to D-day reacts, says he adores her
Chidi Ikediashi foundation offers free medical outreach in Delta
Recruitment: Police Command invites applicants for CBT
Falana seeks presidential pardon for petty thieves
[VIDEO] How Lagos man killed girlfriend, slept with corpse for 6 days
Edo NUJ condemns attack on journalist by DSS, demands prosecution
Omo-Agege declaration speech empty, uninspiring — Delta Govt
Wike has qualities to lead Nigeria, says PDP, as Rivers Gov submits Presidential form
How woman committed suicide over husband’s plan to marry second wife — Police
They fought always, says neighbor of ‘Lagos Man’ that killed girlfriend, slept with corpse
President of Igbo extraction will stop ethnic agitations — Kanayo O. Kanayo
Let’s pray for captives’ safe return, Uba Sani urges Christians at Easter
2023: Kwakwanso signifies interest for Presidency, Says Buhari’s second term missed opportunity to tackle insecurity
A president of Igbo extraction will stop ethnic agitations — Kanayo O. Kanayo
South African flood disaster: Buhari says he is devastated; laments loss of 341 lives
Col Umar asks Buhari to suspend census, focus on security, 2023 elections
Rivers APC Guber aspirant, Princewill, escapes assassination attempt
Gov Umahi suspends permanent secretary over extortion
We’re not unknown gunmen, we didn’t attack INEC staff in Imo – IPOB
Dede Mabiaku, Mike Okri, others mourn late highlife màestro, Orlando Julius
Rihanna-A$ap Rocky: Don Jazzy reveals self-help book on how to be a stepfather
Ghanaian billionaire Shatta Bandle trolls Davido for buying a Lamborghini
All you need to know about late Orlando Julius
Nigeria rated 2nd with most musical streams on Spotify after Pakistan
Osinachi: Why autopsy to determine cause of death is delayed — Sources
Inflation rate rises 15.92 % in March – NBS
DEBT BURDEN: DMO aligns with LCCI on raising govt revenue
RT200: CBN releases N3.5bn FX rebate to 150 exporters
NFF takes several steps backwards in its choice of coaches
Omo Agege: The dawn for the dream of a new Delta
On Kwara Central Senatorial District in 2023