News Headlines Apr 28, 2025. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers

News Headlines Apr 28, 2025. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers

Compiled by Demola Adefajo

The Nation

Sanwo-Olu receives Special Recognition Award at 17th Headies
Tems wins ‘Best Recording of the Year award’ at 17th Headies
Air Vice Marshal Chiedu: Meet NAF’s first serving officer to be promoted to rank of professor
Talent risk, cyber risk bane of present day bank – Wema ED
EFCC warns Nigerians: Greed makes you target for ponzi schemes
Remo Stars clinch first NPFL title, beat Niger Tornadoes 1-0
Liverpool clinch Premier League title after 5-1 win over Tottenham
2027: More controversy over defections, opposition coalition
Nigeria to host third African defence, war colleges forum next year
FG sympathises with Iran over tragic explosion at Shahid Rajaee port
Shettima, Ganduje, APC govs storm Delta Monday to welcome Oborevwori, Okowa, others to APC
ICAN confers fellowship on 911 members in Lagos
Presidency hits back at “desperate” opposition, partisan activists
FG warns against growing threat of cyber-slavery in West Africa
ASUSS president calls for private sector support in science and technology education
Police rescue 10 kidnapped victims in Katsina, others
Rivers PDP caucus’ endorsement signals Tinubu’s 2027 triumph – Nwuche
DIG Ali denies being forced out of Police
2027: Akwa Ibom stakeholders back Eno’s support for Tinubu, Akpabio’s reelection
Cyclist loses life in fatal truck collision in Ikeja
FG intensifies pharmaceutical manufacturing drive, signs MoU with Swiss Academy
Col. Fajuyi’s eldest son accuses wife of plot to seize father’s properties
Five Asian countries Nigerians can visit without a visa
Heritage Bank: NDIC begins settlement of uninsured depositors with ₦46.6b
2025 Hajj: NAHCON chair lauds Tinubu, Shettima over intervention on cash BTA for Pilgrims
Heavy rainstorm destroys buildings, others in Ekiti
MyAIFactChecker joins Meta to boost Africa’s fight against misinformation
2027: Tompolo endorses President Tinubu for second term
Oil and Gas Integrity Forum hails NUPRC, Komolafe for driving PIA success
Governor Sani hails Tinubu over Ajayi’s appointment as DSS arrests 54 bandits in Kaduna
Niger police impound 56 tricycles, 94 motorcycles in 36-hour of restriction in Minna
Lagos on track to eliminate malaria with 1.3% prevalence rate — Commissioner
NDLEA raids Lagos hotel, recovers N1.042 billion illicit drug consignments
2027 must not become north vs south battle, APC chieftain warns politicians
Funding gaps stall Niger’s agricultural growth – Research
Insecurity: Former VON boss urges Tinubu to establish special police constabulary unit
Nigeria’s annual nursing enrolment rises to 115,000 — FG
Zerry DL wins Rookie of the Year at 17th Headies Awards
Nancy Isime becomes first solo female to host Headies Awards
Lamine Yamal is better than Lionel Messi – Odumodublvck claims
Woli Arole prophesies huge success for Muyiwa Ademola’s ‘Ori Rebirth’
Movie premiere: Muyiwa Ademola apologises to uninvited colleagues
2Baba introduces Natasha to mother, others in viral video
AMAC wins inaugural FCT FA Women’s Inter-Area Councils’ football tourney
Remo Stars win historic NPFL title as club owner Soname turns 59
Golf: Africa’s Cup tees-off May 4 at Ikoyi Club
Arokodare, Onyedika listed for Ebony Boot award
National Table Tennis Tourney: Ayanwale, Aiyelabegan begin title defence in Osun
How to deepen economic development, by NACCIMA
‘More affordable houses underway for Nigerians’
Blue economy enormous opportunities for economic transformation, says Musawa
EDITORIAL: Pope Francis (1936 – 2025)
The rise, rise and rise of capitalism (XVII)
Endangered ‘first baby’
BAO has endeared himself to Ekitis across party lines – There’s therefore no vacancy in Government house come 2026
The silent erosion of true federalism: A challenge to Nigeria’s census panel composition

The Punch

NOA, Ondo partner on mass vaccination campaign
Bayelsa, pro-Wike group trade blame over rally shootings
Civilians wearing military camouflage risk prosecution – Army chief
Defections: PDP calls emergency meeting to halt Hurricane Tinubu
Fitch upgrades Lagos, Kaduna, two other states’ investment rating
Heritage Bank: NDIC begins N46.6bn payout to top depositors
Defilement: Ondo doctor, others charged for procuring abortion for 10-year-old
FG alerts Nigerians to surge in cyber-slavery
VDM must apologise for Akpabio attack, says APC
Kano uncovers 240 workers receiving double salaries
Oborevwori’s rival Omo-Agege breaks silence on APC defection
NLC cancels May Day celebrations in Rivers, Edo
Review ECOWAS protocol encouraging open grazing, don tells Tinubu
Insecurity won’t stop Benue IDPs’ vaccination — UNICEF
S’Court ends 25-year lawsuit, reverses N22tn award against bank
Army donates vehicle to Man O’ War in Lagos
Govt promises support as rainstorms wreak havoc in Ekiti, Kwara
Coalition: Obidients will follow Peter Obi anywhere, says coordinator
Oyo plans Adire carnival
Tension as rival Kano Emirs appoint separate Galadimas
2025 Hajj: Jigawa begins vaccination for intending pilgrims
FG targets 70% local pharmaceutical production
2027: No single candidate can beat Tinubu alone – Okonkwo
Don seeks compulsory teaching of ethics in primary, secondary schools
Islamic council seeks to end Osun communities’ dispute
NUSA condemns another attack on seven Nigerians in South Africa
Macron condemns France mosque killing, says no place for hatred
NAF gets first serving professor of aerospace engineering
Sanwo-Olu’s economic agenda gains traction as Fitch upgrades Lagos rating
FG raises the alarm over surge in cyber-slavery
Rep seeks Taiwanese support to boost palm oil production
SSANU president appointed new JAC chairman
Rivers pledges support for socio-economic progress, youth development
Rainstorm destroys facilities in Kwara NYSC camp
NLC stops Workers’ Day fanfare in Rivers, Edo
FG condoles Iran over port explosion
Operatives storm kidnappers’ hideout in Delta, kill five
Police detain 16-year old boy with pistol in Lagos
Lagos to arraign 52 street urchins, pickpockets
Lagos cyclist dies in crash while making call
Retired DIG Ari slams age falsification claims
US report calls out Nigeria’s trade barriers, port corruption
Private sector participation crucial for housing development – Don
Climate change: Leadway, AGRA partner to protect farmers
After PDP exit, can APC contain Delta’s political heavyweights?
Natasha ‘apologises’ to Akpabio over sexual harassment allegation
Defections to APC not out of coercion but free will — Presidency
Yobe gov not joining coalition — Aide
Obi approves identity cards, online registration portal for Obidients
Remo seal first-ever NPFL title with Tornadoes win
Adeleke steals show at GOTV Boxing Night 33
Ayanwale, Aiyelabegan launch table tennis title defence in Osun
Headies 2025: Tems, Rema, Simi take the lead
Editorial: Aso Villa’s insular solar power project
Still on institutional quality and government performance
Health benefits of socialising (1)
Makemation: A movie that promotes female tech adoption
Ayetoro: A drowning Ondo town where schoolchildren pay the price (1)

ThisDay

Operational Efficiency: Banks’ Average Cost-To-Income Ratio Steady At 46.56%
FG Approves Establishment Of Textile Development Board, $90bn Agribusiness, Livestock’s Development Plan
Edun: Nigeria’s Reforms Hailed Globally, Next Target Is 7% Growth
Cardoso: Economic Reforms Paving Way For Long-Term Growth
Liverpool Crowned Premier League Champions, Match Man Utd Record
Dubious Nigerian Art Of Decamping
Al Amin Mota Pledges Automotive Innovation, Youth Empowerment
Stella Okotete Hails Oborevwori’s APC Defection
Oborevwori Orders Prompt Revocation Of DELSU’s Senate Building Contract
Army: Terrorists, Criminals Using Military Uniforms To Commit Atrocities
Nigeria Moves To Unlock AfCFTA Potential, Launches Maiden Hackathon With N20m Grand Prize
NALDA Floats Poultry Initiative To Boost Economic Empowerment For Nigerians
Otti Creates Enabling Environment To Enhance Participation Of Diasporas In Abia Dev’t
Anambra Takes Anti-Drug Campaign To Cattle Market
Obi: Nigerian Leaders Lack Capacity, Character, Calls For Competent Leadership For Nation’s Future
With Strong Regulatory Capacity, NUPRC Honoured Home And Abroad
Transcorp Power Grows Profit By 50% To N43.3bn In Q1 2025
Wema Bank 80 Years Story: Journey Of Resilience, Transformation, Innovation
AFCFTA: Operators Moves To Beat African Insurers In Capital Position
NCS, Imo State Govt Forge Alliance To Launch AI Innovation Hub
UNDERSTANDING FINTIRI’S STYLE OF LEADERSHIP
RIVERS STATE AS UNDERDOG OF NIGERIA POLITICS
Adenuga: The Spirit Of Africa Portrait Of An Unusual Business Icon
81 Division Troops Arrest Human Parts, Drug Traffickers In Ogun State
Why Negotiations Will Not End Banditry In Katsina
Police Arrest Murder Suspect In Abule Egba Homicide Case
To Strengthen Operational Capabilities Of The Nigerian Navy, COE Visits FOC Eastern Naval Command
TURNING PRESIDENTIAL DIRECTIVES INTO TANGIBLE SECURITY GAINS
Beyond The Scriptures With New Perspectives On Spiritual Truths
Promoting Experimental Films On World Stage
Tiffany-Annabelle’s Vibrant Ode To Resilience
Liverpool Crowned Premier League Champions, Match Man Utd Record
No Cup Final For Ola Aina, Awoniyi As City Set Up Cry’Palace Clash
Remo Stars Gift Owner, Soname, NPFL Title As Birthday Present
Golf: South Africa’s Cup Tees-Off On May 4 At Ikoyi Club
Osimhen On Target As Galatasaray Go Five Points Clear At The Top
Spires 5-Aside Qualifiers: Wasola FC , B Sand, Soccergems Secure Ticket From Ikeja
A POPE’S FUNERAL AND NEW LEADERSHIP PARADIGM
PLEASE COME QUICK, 2027
EDITORIAL: THE ILLICIT TRADE IN FEMALE EGGS

Leadership

FCCPC: ‘Zuckerberg Must Pay $220m Fine, Compensate Victims’
Concerns As 2027 Campaign Threatens Governance
ISWAP Controlling 80 Villages In Borno, Benue, Plateau – CRA
NLC Cancels May Day Celebrations In Rivers, Edo
LEADERSHIP Reporter Wins Merck Foundation Media Award
ISWAP Controlling 80 Villages In Borno, Benue, Plateau – CRA
Headies 2025: Zerry DL Wins ‘Rookie Of The Year’ Award
Headies 2025: Funke Akindele’s Movie ‘A Tribe Called Judah’ Wins ‘Sound Track Of The Year’ Award
Oyo Gov’t Targets Local Fabric Industry To Boost Economy
IBB Golf Club Interim Management C’ttee To Begin Work Immediately — Wike
Police Nab Woman For Allegedly Poisoning 65-yr-old Man In Lagos
Suspended Kogi Central Senator Natasha Mocks Akpabio With ‘Satirical Apology Letter’
Taskforce Arrests 52 Suspected Criminals In Lagos
Police Arrest 16-yr-old For Alleged Illegal Possession Of Firearm
Lagos Info Commissioner Omotoso Attends 17th Headies Awards Ceremony
Headies 2025: Music Promoter Don Jazzy’s Father, Collins Ajereh, Dazzles In Tuxedo
Cyclist Dies After Colliding With Truck In Lagos
Nollywood Actress Iyabo Ojo’s Daughter Priscillia, Son-in-Law Juma Jux Grace 17th Headies Awards
Terrorists Kill 10 Hunters, CJTF Members In Adamawa
Kano Emirate Crisis Festers As Emir Bayero Appoints Rival ‘Galadima’
Headies Awards Ceremony Delayed As Guests Lament
Defections To APC: Stop Whining, Fix Your Parties, Presidency Hits Opposition
Liverpool Crowned Premier League Champions After Thrashing Of Tottenham 5-1
NDIC Begins Payment Of ₦46.6bn Liquidation Dividends To Heritage Bank Depositors
Ribadu To Succeed Tinubu After Second Term, Primate Ayodele Predicts
Access Bank Staff Secretly Films Female Colleagues In Restroom
Gunmen Kidnap 7 Passengers As Police Rescue 2 Victims In Kwara
SERAP Urges Meta To Pay $220m Fine Or Face Legal Action Over Privacy Breaches
NAF Gets First-ever Professor, Reaffirms Commitment To Academic Excellence
Police Nab Terror Suspects, Recover Arms In Sokoto

The Sun

Panic over World Bank’s 56% poverty surge forecast
FG dismisses fear over economy
Price war: Consumers exploited as fuel marketers alter dispensing machines to curb losses
Plateau, Benue crisis: Over 80 communities under ISWAP control –CRA
Children for sale
Bayelsa govt, pro-Tinubu group bicker over shooting at mega rally
Eneukwu welcomes Delta gov, assures him of collaboration
Osun Governmenta APC and politics of LG administration
Defections: As APC tightens grip, opposition goes comatose in National Assembly
Opposition defections: Presidency assures democracy remains strong, dismisses alarmist claims
Methodist Church condemns emergency rule in Rivers State
FG dismisses fear over economy
CBN raises N2.93trn from T-bills, OMO auction on strong investor demand
Plateau, Benue crisis: Over 80 communities under ISWAP control –CRA
Tinubu, Wike working on Fubara’s return –Tompolo
Adeola awards scholarships, bursaries to 3,881 students in Ogun
Calvin Bassey names Van Dijk best-ever PL defender
Al Hilal tables €60m opening bid for Osimhen
Serie A: Pulisic matches Lookman’s goal, assist record
NFF, NPFL celebrate Kunle Soname on 59th birthday
Editorial: The persistent power supply challenges
Governor Alia must save himself from himself
FG appoints new Director of Administration for David Umahi Teaching Hospital
Ebonyi: Thugs attack e-ticketing officers, four injured
WHO hands over newly-built hospital to Borno govt
UNAIDS seeks community collaboration for HIV response in Africa
Endocrinologists raise alarm over rising obesity and diabetes in Nigeria

Daily Trust

15 Months After, EFCC Yet To Release Probe Reports On Edu, Sadiya
Manufacturers Battle For Suvival As Energy Cost Rises
Hunger Worsens In IDP Camps As UN Agencies Cut Operations
Police Arrest Kidnappers, Recover Arms In Taraba
Beware Of International Cyber-Slavery, FG Warns Nigerians
NLC Cancels Workers’ Day Fanfare In Rivers, Edo
Journalists Undergo Training On Conflict-Sensitive Reporting In Abuja
Public Health Physicians Decry Epileptic Power Supply In Health Care Facilities
Akwa Ibom Goes Extra Mile, Asks Health Workers To Take Oath To Prevent ‘Japa’
Buhari’s Govt Borrowed $400bn To Stabilise Naira – Senator Adeola
Shettima: Why We’re Growing Nigerian Economy To $1trn
Rivers: 4 Killed As Fire Razes House Used In Storing Illegally Refined Crude
Police Arrest Kidnappers, Recover Arms In Taraba
Beware Of International Cyber-Slavery, FG Warns Nigerians
Manufacturers Battle For Suvival As Energy Cost Rises
Blackouts Will Persist With Overloading Of Distribution Networks — NEMSA MD
Innovation, Resilience Sustained UBA’s 75yrs Of Banking Growth — Shettima
Non-Life Insurance Aids Sector’s N1.2trn Growth In Q3 2024
FG Unveils N5bn Solar Initiative To Empower Women
Youths, Influencers And 2027: Can Social Media Sway Votes?
Remo Stars Win First-Ever NPFL Title In Style
Kwara, Lagos Win U-16, U-19 Squash Tourneys
Imperious Liverpool Smash Tottenham To Win 20th Premier League Title
Man City Sink Forest To Reach Third Successive FA Cup Final
Fast Rising Stars In Nigerian Table Tennis
‘How Algeria-Mali Diplomatic Tension Could Impact AES Countries’
UK, Nigeria Strengthen Partnership For Educational Excellence
‘Enough Is Enough’: Turning Presidential Directives Into Tangible Security Gains

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