News Headlines May 5, 2025. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers

News Headlines May 5, 2025. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers

Compiled by Demola Adefajo

The Nation

No date yet to resume Continuous Voter Registration, says INEC
NADECO chieftain Animashaun dies at 71
FHC sets up FOI desk to enhance access to information
Tinubu celebrates Ibadan Chief Imam Agbotomokekere at 90
RMRDC, Defence Headquarters partner on food security
Six injured as Ondo Police, Amotekun operatives clash over suspect’s custody
FULL LIST: Five personalities sentenced to death by court in Nigeria
Obi’s former campaign manager, Obaze, dumps Labour Party
FHC sets up FOI desk to enhance access to information
RMRDC, Defence Headquarters partner on food security
‘Students vital to nation building, others’
ALGON unveils disability framework
Court dismisses no-case submission
Afrinvest boss salutes ‘humble’ Dozie
FUOYE denies complicity in NELFUND deduction
FUPRE VC: collaboration, others will guide administration
OPay announces N1.2b 10-year scholarship to FUT Minna students
‘Pay attention to your mental health’
Ministers, others headline Book Fair
Presidential CNG Initiative vows to resist blackmail, intimidation
Two fake LASAMBUS officials arrested for extorting accident victims in Lagos
Defections: Ijeh backs Ibori to rebuild Delta PDP
Lagos VIS impounds over 200 unroadworthy vehicles in statewide crackdown
How Education Minister mobilised for NADECO in exile, by Bamidele
Traditional leaders key to peace, security – Gov Sani
Sack VCs, rectors involved in mismanagement of student loan scheme, NANS tells govt
INEC under pressure not to register TNN – Spokesman
Niger Govt mourns death of former SSG Shashere
Abia Warriors star Ijeoma eyes Super Eagles call-up, European club
Davido calls for the release of VeryDarkMan
Lil Kesh opens up about mental health struggles, anxiety, ADHD
Tinubu’s economic reform will lead to national prosperity, says former VON boss Okechukwu
City Boy Movement: Seyi Tinubu not involved in disrupting NANS activities
‘You are a reliable partner in House leadership’, Speaker Abbas hails Kalu at 54
Prison inmates not poorly fed, says Correctional Service
FULL LIST: Five personalities sentenced to death by court in Nigeria
FG unveils creative economy development fund to boost industry
PCNGI threatens legal action over alleged blackmail campaign
PDP stalwart, others defect to APC in Akwa Ibom
Islamic cleric urges close aides to guide Alaafin Owoade towards unity in Oyo
Gov. Bago urges religious bodies to tackle hunger through farming in Niger
Achieving success early deprived me of many things – Lil Kesh
Phyno is Nigeria’s greatest rapper, says Erigga
PDP stalwart, others defect to APC in Akwa Ibom
Abia Warriors star Ijeoma eyes Super Eagles call-up, European club
Oyome is Ikoyi Ladies Golf Championship winner
Ogun picks 742 athletes for National Sports Festival
Tinubu, Akpabio to attend NIESV 2025 real estate conference in Abuja
Surging Demand for Solar Solutions and Inverter Batteries as Nigerians Battle Soaring Energy Costs
How far has Transcorp Power energised Nigerians?
Chain Reactions, Indigo make shortlist at SABRE awards
Lafarge trains 30 female truck drivers
Anyaoku’s true federalism alert

The Punch

Firm plans credit expo to deepen financial inclusion
VFD Group reports N19.8bn gross earnings
Ministry, NIWA set unified shoreline standards
Rivers emergency rule: N’Assembly counters PDP govs’ lawsuit, demands N1bn
Tinubu to meet Gencos over N4tn electricity debt
NELFUND under fire over loans to ex-students
Tinubu vows to reclaim communities from terrorists
Firm unveils plan to boost financial security
Loyalty to Buhari keeps us in APC – CPC ex-state chairmen
Defections: Oborevwori’s ex-SSA mobilises against gov, APC
Abiodun, Ibori honour Senbanjo at father’s burial
CSO urges CBN to halt Rivers LG allocations
Ooni meets Jonathan, Diri, preaches national cohesion
Assembly crisis: Zamfara, Benue govs challenge NASS summons
FG scheming to derail Atiku-El-Rufai 2027 alliance, Babachir alleges
SERAP, editors condemn journalists, activists persecution by govt
Kano gov disputes ex-SSG’s claim of N2bn payout to Kwankwaso
How education minister helped NADECO activists fleeing Abacha — Bamidele
Residents flee 20 Sokoto villages over Turji’s renewed attacks
Lalong mourns as ex-deputy gov Tyoden dies at 75
Editors, lawmaker urge action against fake news
IPOB demands govt U-turn on proscription
Desire to empower people made me join APC – Oke
Ibori thanks daughter for preserving political legacy
LASG canvasses tech to boost food production
Lagos accountants pledge commitment to professional standards
Sanwo-Olu unveils housing units for magistrates
Over 1,700 killed in boundary, communal clashes in seven years
Makinde celebrates Ibadan Chief Imam at 90
Prison inmates well fed – NCoS
11 vigilantes killed as bandits raze Sokoto telecom mast
NDA alerts Kaduna residents ahead of shooting practice
‘Cabals’ still fighting against our refinery — Dangote
No tension in Anambra ahead of Tinubu’s visit – APGA
NELFUND under fire over loans to ex-students
Corona education college graduates 302 students
Oyo signs N3.5bn contract for rural markets upgrade
Five children die trapped in old car in Nasarawa
Govt reviews Obudu Ranch safety after four seminarians accident
After public outcry, missing Babcock varsity student found
Canadian police arrest Nigerian for $600,000 romance scam
Police nab fleeing killer of 65-year-old woman
Woman arrested for stabbing boyfriend to death in Lagos
Firm plans credit expo to deepen financial inclusion
VFD Group reports N19.8bn gross earnings
Ministry, NIWA set unified shoreline standards
I dumped PDP for APC to avoid altercation with Adeleke — Oluwole Oke
APGA dismisses Ozigbo’s claim of Soludo funding APC candidate
Fubara makes first public appearance after UK trip
2027: Ex-CPC chairmen pledge loyalty to Tinubu, reject coalition rumours
Stop harrasing lawmakers, APC tells Zamfara gov
U-20 AFCON: Nigeria, Morocco battle to draw
Lookman awakens to fire Monza down Serie B
Historic cup win thrills Nnadozie
Editorial: Sanwo-Olu, crush the cultism menace
Electricity: The basic need for industrialisation
How religious fanaticism, ethnic bigotry slow Nigeria’s growth
AI and the future of Nigeria’s public service
Nigeria needs six presidents sharing power concurrently
Open defecation, refuse dumps fuel epidemic in Osun’s Owena boundary community (1)
Experts warn against devastating effects of mining pollution
MTN data earnings rise 51% to N529bn
Food crises: Six tips on how to own a thriving home garden

Leadership

Gov Yusuf Earmarks N5bn For Ward Projects In Kano
Afro RnB Star Jainy Signs New Deal
Tinubu Celebrates Chief Imam Of Ibadanland Sheikh Agbotomokekere At 90
2025 AFCON U-20: Nigeria, Morocco Share Spoils In Drab Draw
Ruud Beats Draper To Claim Maiden Masters In Madrid Open
You’re A Dependable Partner’, Speaker Abbas Hails Deputy Kalu At 54
Taraba Deputy Gov Returns After 4-month Medical Trip Abroad
Police, Amotekun Clash Over Custody Of Suspect In Ondo
Otti’s Aide Chukwu Felicitates Abia Workers On 2025 International Workers’ Day
Gov Yusuf Tackles Ex-Kano SSG Over Looting Allegation Against Kwankwaso
NAHCON Official Denies Favouring South-South Staff For 2025 Hajj Operation
Brentford Beat Man Utd In 7-goal Thriller
Police Raid Bandits’ Hideouts, Kill 3, Rescue 2 Kidnap Victims
Sharp Practices: Suspended Vendor Behind Smear Campaign Against Us, Says P-CNGi
Lakurawa Bandits Kill 11 Vigilantes In Sokoto, Others Missing
Diphtheria Resurgence Kills 2 Children In Kaduna
Nigerian Firm, Brazilian Varsity Sign MoU On Livestock Production
PICTORIAL: Bauchi Police Arrest 4 Suspects For Producing Counterfeit Herbicides
La Liga: Mbappé Scores Twice As Madrid Beat Celta Vigo, Keep Title Race Open
Afro RnB Star Jainy Signs New Deal
Gerda Henkel Stiftung Rekindles Life In Kofyar Hill With Rainwater Harvesting Project
Customs Plans Extending e-Currency Declaration Forms To Other International Airports
Facility Mgt Firm Partners Australian Company For Sustainable Education Initiatives Across Africa
10 Stockbroking Firms Trade Equities Worth N275.6bn In 4 Months
IMF Forecasts Oil Prices Decline To $66/b By Year-end
Businesses Output Growth Reaches 15-month High In April

The Sun

Atiku’s camp hits back at Okowa
IPOB demands reversal of group’s proscription as terrorist
Lagos worst hit as Nigeria loses over N30bn to 42 market fires
End use of Cybercrime Act against journalists, release those in custody, SERAP, NGE tell Tinubu govt, others
NPAN backs FG on $220m fine on Meta
Gov. Yusuf dismisses graft allegation, aligns with Kwankwaso’s next political movement
INEC refutes May 27 CVR resumption claim
Why I dumped Labour Party for PDP – Hon Obetta
Benue, politics of marginalisation
Gov. Yusuf dismisses corruption allegation against his govt, Kwankwaso
Nigerian crude falls below FG’s $65 benchmark as OPEC boosts output
Ethiopian Airlines commits to boosting Nigeria’s travel, tourism sector
Nigeria, Sweden strengthen development partnerships at UN meetings
Lookman ends 6-game goal drought
Arsenal tracks Atalanta Nigerian star
Koros Ken grabs $15,000 at maiden Enugu City Marathon
Gasperini: I’m not too happy with Lookman
Editorial: FG’s timely alert on flooding
Tinubu, declare emergency on insecurity
Okowa and Tinubu’s second coming
Political parties and cost of indiscipline
“We are going to be drinking and socializing, wear something comfortable and sexy.”

Daily Trust

Taraba Deputy Governor Returns To Jalingo After 4-Month Absence
Kyari: I Served With Fear Of God, ready To Give Account Of My Stewardship
‘You Lied, Kwankwaso Not A Thief’, Gov Yusuf Fires Back At Ex-SSG
How B/Haram Attacked Yobe Military Brigade, Killed 4 Soldiers
Will Delta Gov’s Defection To APC Threaten Omo-Agege’s Ambition?
2027: We’re Yet To Fix Date For CVR Resumption — INEC
Fintiri Has No Plan To Dump PDP — Aide
Place Governance Issues Above 2027, CPC Forum Urges Tinubu, APC
Flight Disruptions: Passengers Narrate Ordeal; Experts Suggest Solutions
Manuals For Maritime, Railway Accident Investigation Ready — NSIB DG
Trademark: Rite Foods Slams N1.6bn Suit On Mamuda
GenCos To Meet Tinubu Over N4tr Debt
CBN Returns To Profitability, Posts N38.8bn In 2024
Will Delta Gov’s Defection To APC Threaten Omo-Agege’s Ambition?
Abdulfatai, Udoaka Win National Table Tennis Championship
U-20 AFCON: Nigeria Draw Goalless With Morocco
Nigeria’s Female Wrestlers Sweep 4 Gold Medals At African Championship
Gateway United Remember Legendary Rashidi Yekini
Man Utd Crash At Brentford, Isak Rescues Newcastle
Northern Politicians, The Brewing Storm Among The Masses: Lessons Of History
Breaking No Laws, Just Barriers:
Editorial: Probe NELFund Disbursements

Tribune

75.5% of rural Nigerians now live below poverty line — World Bank
PDP wants intending defectors to leave before national convention
Simplifying claims payment by insurers in Nigeria
CBN: Tackling FX speculations, narrowing exchange rate disparities
As an Entrepreneur: The Vision of Value
CEO Test
AfDB unveils new $2.95bn five year strategy for Nigeria
After 18 years of neglect, Oyebanji completes Ado-Ifaki highway
Knowing your essence and your reward
Awolowo and the North’s latest warning
Ailing education sector in Nigeria
The corrupt bank staffer who filmed colleagues’ nakedness
Oladoja vows to revamp NANS
Ganduje’s son empowers 160 SMEs with solar systems in Kano
CG Bashir Adeniyi to speak at 2025 UNIFEMGA national reunion
NELFUND MD dismisses allegations of missing N71bn
Furore over reappointment of NBRDA DG
Bauchi: Police nab four suspects for producing counterfeit herbicides
How my first heartbreak at six made me toxic — Ruger
Suspected cultists, armed robbers arrested in Akwa Ibom
Tinubu celebrates Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Sheikh Agbotomokekere, at 90
Student loan: ICPC backtracks, says no fraud case against NELFUND yet
Bauchi: Police nab four suspects for producing counterfeit herbicides
Six injured as Police, Amotekun clash in Ondo
FG set to settle N4trn power sector debt
Tinubu celebrates Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Sheikh Agbotomokekere, at 90
Speaker Abbas donates 22 SUVs to Kaduna traditional rulers
Bauchi gov assures fairness, equity in 10,000 job recruitment exercise
Oladoja vows to revamp NANS
Furore over reappointment of NBRDA DG

The Guardian

Security analyst questions timing, scope of Boko Haram amnesty
Buccaneers addresses media reports on convicted ex-member
Ex-CPC chairmen reaffirm support for Tinubu, dismiss coalition rumours
Rotary appoints Ehi Braimah as regional officer in Africa
‘Persistent bias against polytechnic education affecting output of tech-driven graduates
Fashola describes Nigeria’s constitution most maligned document
Media leaders set to power up audience connections, innovation in AI age
Tourism: Gov Eno redeems ₦155m rewards for A’Ibom councils
13 kidnapped workers found dead in Peruvian mine
Claims inmates are poorly fed false, says NCoS
World Press Freedom Day: IPI Nigeria calls for better protection, fair treatment of journalists
Jos North achieves over 70% compliance in National Immunisation Plus Days campaign
Flying Eagles, Morocco play scoreless draw at CAF U20 Cup of Nations
Otti cuts Abia’s N138b debt by N72b, incurs no new liability
Kidnapped Nigerian prince freed after N300m ransom payment
Southeast APC leaders push for increased Igbo membership
APC doesn’t need one-party system to win elections – Okechukwu
Defection talks: We’ll follow Kwankwaso wherever he goes, says Gov Yusuf
INEC under pressure not to register TNN as political party– Spokesman
Imo PDP refutes reports on new leadership
INEC denies resuming voter registration
Why I joined APC — Former Cross River PDP guber candidate
I nearly cried reading about varsities misusing education loans — Ex-UI VC
FUOYE denies involvement in alleged ilegal NELFUND deduction
Persistent bias against polytechnic education hurting tech-driven graduate output
Marseille held by fellow Champions League hopefuls Lille
Howe hails Newcastle’s ‘ruthless’ Isak after VAR drama in Brighton draw
Three Premier League talking points
Leverkusen draw hands Kane’s Bayern Bundesliga title
Chelsea beat champions Liverpool to boost top five push

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