News Headlines Oct 1, 2025. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers

News Headlines Oct 1, 2025. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers

Compiled by Demola Adefajo

The Nation

18 major takeaways from Tinubu’s Independence Day speech
Nigeria ‘racing against time’ to fix decades of neglect – Tinubu
FULL TEXT of President Tinubu’s independence anniversary speech
Governors, Atiku, Jibrin, Kalu, Mark, Fayemi: Nigeria’s challenges surmountable
What taxpayers should expect from Jan, by FIRS chair
Kwankwasiyya leader Danfulani joins APC
Court fixes October 27 for Sowore’s arraignment over alleged cybercrime
2027: ‘Tinubu will record landslide victory’
Alleged N27billion fraud: ‘I don’t know how much I collected on Ishaku’s behalf’
World Teachers Day: Fed Govt pledges better welfare, support for teachers
First Lady hosts Russian BRICS women’s Business Alliance
Tinubu, wife, others mourn Arise News anchor ‘Sommie’
Akpabio, Speaker Abbas: Nigeria’s future bright
‘Dawn of new, prosperous, self-reliant Nigeria is here’
UCL: Osimhen scores as Galatasaray shock Liverpool 1-0
UCL: Mourinho’s return to Stamford Bridge ends in frustration
Rivers cancels Independence Day parade
Edo Assembly refuses to confirm ex-lawmaker as Commissioner
Senate panel okays N140bn 2025 budget for NCDC
Govt denies DSS disarmed vigilantes in Kwara community
Three killed as gunmen ambushed Amotekun corps in Osun
Ekiti APC primary: Ojo gets provisional clearance
Why Tinubu is committed to policy continuity, stability of governance, by SGF
Good road network will boost Nigeria’s prospect of hosting Commonwealth games in 2030 – Wike
Five FRSC personnel knocked down by motorist in September – Corps Marshal
Governors, Atiku, Jibrin, Kalu, Mark, Fayemi: Nigeria’s challenges surmountable
Tinubu lists 12 economic milestones
NSA steps into Dangote, PENGASSAN dispute
ATAF backs Nigeria’s tax reforms, pledges technical support
Independence Day: Kachikwu urges leaders to fulfill Nigeria’s hopes
Fubara resolves NULGE-LGA labour dispute in Rivers
Sanwo-Olu mourns Arise TV anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu
Nigeria @65: Akpabio urges patience with reforms
First Lady hosts Russian BRICS women’s Business Alliance
Kwankwasiyya leader Danfulani joins APC in Kano
Independence Day: Speaker Abbas urges Nigerians to look beyond challenges
Afro-Soul artist Ureny debuts with first single ‘Melody’
Adekunle Gold unveils track list ahead of ‘FUJI’ album release
Nigeria withdraws from 2026 Oscars race as NOSC declines film submission
Adewale Ayuba denies divorce, paternity dispute allegations
BBNaija S10: Kola banned from speaking after rule violation
BBNaija’s Sabrina: Health challenges stopped me from reaching the finals
Don’t confess if you cheat on your wife – Teju Babyface advises men
Edo Assembly refuses to confirm ex-lawmaker as Commissioner
Warri delineation: IYC asks INEC to obey Supreme Court judgement
Osimhen’s solitary winner stops Liverpool in Istanbul
Atalanta 2-1 Brugge: Lookman makes impressive first start in Champions League win
Hat trick hero Gift Monday named USWL Player of the Week
World Cup 26: Lawal dares Eagles to win remaining games amid S/Africa sanction
Jimoh, Afolayan win big at Lekki Scrabble Classics
PTAD: Resolving pensioners’ issues
Directorate implements N32,000 pension hike
Stanbic IBTC Insurance unveils Manifold Endowment Plan
Brittania-U, others get N180 billion claims
Prestige grows gross written premium by 51%
EDITORIAL: Nigeria at 65
Paradigm shift
44th OLUBADAN; Nigeria @ 65: Great education expectations
Why many university graduates are jobless these days
Nigeria at crossroads
PENGASSAN: Same old tactics

ThisDay

Constitution Review: PLAC Lists Key Electoral Reform Priorities
•Says more public education by INEC needed
Health Workers Hail Uba Sani For Implementing Consolidated Salary Structure
Glo Targets Thousands Of Widows, The Aged In Warri Food Drive
Obasanjo: Nigeria Is Easy To Govern, Needs Honest Leaders With Sense Of Purpose
ADC: Independence Parade Cancellation Shows Presidency’s Disconnect From Nigerians
Dogara: Northern Crisis Now National Emergency, Declares Region Under A Curse
Nigeria At 65: Atiku, Akpabio, Barau, Abbas, Mark, Govs, Others Celebrate
Atiku, El-Rufai, Others Visit Oba Ladoja
Investors’ Return On Nigerian Stock Market Appreciated To N27.82trn In Nine Months
Airtel Africa Foundation To Drive Financial Empowerment, Education, Environmental Protection
ASCON DG Named 2025/2026 AIG-Blavatnik Visiting Fellow At Oxford
Investors Scramble For Sterling Holdco Share As Offer Gains Momentum
Umahi: Only About 4 Hectares Of Winhomes Estate Affected By Lagos-Calabar Highway Alignment
TAC Consultathon Offers Free Skin Consultation To 1,000 People
AIICO Insurance Clinches Outstanding Insurance Company Award
Citing Imperfect Soil Tests, BCPG Warns About Impending Collapse Of Coastal Buildings
Thinkmint Nigeria To Host 6th Real Estate Discussions, Awards
Chen: Nigerians Now Trading US Stocks, ETFs Through RWA On Bitget
Nigeria @65: Navigating A New Dawn With Sheriff Oborevwori
New Cultural Brand ‘The Republic’ Launches In Abuja As Nigeria Marks 65th Independence Anniversary
Showdown Glanton, Browne Go For Broke In Today’s ‘Chaos In The Ring’ At Mobolaji Johnson Arena
Ikoyi Club 1938 Kicks Off 87th Anniversary Celebrations With Fanfare
Wike Backs Nigeria’s 2030 Commonwealth Games Bid With Road Construction
Osimhen Fires Galatasaray To Famous Win Over Liverpool
International Para-Badminton Tournament Kicks Off In Abia
Host Community Boosts FCE’s Admission Drive, Awards Scholarships To Some Pioneer Students
Nigeria At 65: A Nation Tested And Triumphant
First Lady Mourns Arise News Anchor Somtochukwu Maduagwu, Describes Death As Painful, Unfortunate
Tinubu Charges Security Agencies To Fish Out Killers Of Arise News Anchor, Somtochukwu Maduagwu
EDITORIAL: NIGERIA AT 65: SOME CHEERS, MANY SIGHS

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Leadership

Dangote Refinery, Oil Union Continue Negotiations To Resolve Row
Tinubu: We’re Now Selling More To The World Than Buying
Institute Charges Inductees HR Professionals To Drive Change
OPEC Mulls Fresh Output Hike In November
42% Of Nigeria’s Informal Sector Lacks Enough Savings To Survive – Report
Sterling Holdco’s N7bn Public Offer Gains Rapid Subscription
Pension Fund Assets Hit N25.8trn As 10.88m Workers Enrol
Nigeria At 65: A Nation And Its Promise Denied
Foundation Wants Gender-based Violence Perpetrators Exposed
Critics Of My Administration Are Enemies Of Progress –Governor Kefas
New Cultural Brand Unveiled As Nigeria Turns 65
Umahi Urges Oil Workers To Shelve Strike
Decomposing Body Of Missing Bauchi Lady Found In Farm
Akwa Ibom Landlord Wrongly Jailed For 17 Years Seeks Compensation
Barau Urges Unity, Support For Tinubu
It’s Time For Reflection, Renewal, Rebirth – Ohanaeze Ndigbo
Inter-Party Advisory Council Seeks Unity, Patriotism, Free Elections
Focus On Bright Future, Abbas Tells Nigerians
Akpabio Urges Patience With Reforms, Says The Worst Is Over
Akwa Ibom Floats N100m Youth Empowerment Trust Fund
Governor Mutfwang Prays For Peace, Unity
APC Chieftain Hails Haruna Over SAN Award
Osimhen Scores Penalty To Help Galatasaray Overcome Liverpool In UCL Showdown
UCL: Mbappé Nets Hat-trick As Real Madrid Thrash Kairat Almaty
Sterling Holdco’s N7bn Public Offer Gains Rapid Subscription
Pension Fund Assets Hit N25.8trn As 10.88m Workers Enrol

The Punch

Soludo slams Ndigbo for perpetrating insecurity against self
Senator hails Anambra philanthropist on community effort
Nigeria @65: Independence without nationhood
Tinubu to address Nigerians on 65th Independence Day
NARD sets 24-hour call duty limit for doctors
Abducted Edo lawyer, sister regain freedom
Soludo slams Ndigbo for perpetrating insecurity against self
CBT: WAEC hails Ekiti for upgrading schools’ ICT facilities
Mutfwang berates Plateau group opposing Tinubu’s planned visit
Nasarawa earmarks N1bn to equip health centres
Protocol arrangement kept me from Olubadan coronation – Atiku
Terrorists behead Plateau farmer, burn palace in Borno
Edo SEC approves N799bn revised supplementary budget
Nigeria @65: UAE hails ties, pledges stronger cooperation
Lagos recovers N1.5bn outstanding tax from banks
LASCOPA treats 11,000 customers’ complaints, retrieves N530m
LASG, monarch call for heritage preservation
Out-of-school children, fertile ground for B’Haram recruitment – Obasanjo
NARD sets 24-hour call duty limit for doctors
Anti-Tinubu post: Sowore gets three days to study DSS charges
At 65, Nigeria on the right track — Akpabio
Tinubu appoints new heads for key agencies
Ogun suspends school principal over student’s death
Nigeria to host BRICS women’s business alliance regional office
Kwara dismisses claims DSS disarmed vigilantes before attack
Strike: Makinde meets LAUTECH workers, promises to address demands
14 political assassinations recorded in Anambra in two years- Report
65th Independence anniversary: Nigeria still on right path – Speaker Abbas
Ondo PDP spokesperson resigns, cites hostile environment
FG to validate revised gender policy in agriculture
Senator unveils Edo road project
Three die as Amotekun, hoodlums clash in Osun
Dogara urges national response to end northern insecurity
Tinubu unfazed by ADC formation, says presidential aide
Nigeria not difficult to govern if leaders are honest – Obasanjo
Nigeria @65: Kachikwu salutes resilient citizens, queries leaders
NCC boss demands stronger action against piracy
Tinubu committed to stability in governance, Akume assures
Police launch probe into Bauchi lady’s death
Lagos court remands NURTW leader for suspected murder
Four arrested for armed robbery, kidnapping in Anambra
Abducted lawyer, sister regain freedom
Afriland Tower fire survivor recounts trauma, loss
Schneider expands liquid cooling after Motivair acquisition
Pernod’s Agu bags commercial leadership award
Africa Finance Corporation closes record $1.5bn loan
Osun 2026: APC releases timetable, fixes nomination fee at N50m
Tinubu unfazed by ADC formation, says presidential aide
Tinubu committed to stability in governance, Akume assures
Allow Jonathan to enjoy retirement from public office, APC tells PDP
Abbas a nation-builder, Kalu celebrates Speaker at 60
UCL: Galatasaray beat Liverpool 1-0 as Osimhen shines
UCL: Spurs snatch late 2-2 draw at Bodo/Glimt
UCL: Mourinho’s Benfica beaten 1-0 on Chelsea return
Diddy risks over 11 years in jail, prosecutors push for sentence
Burna Boy, Wizkid, Ayra Starr top Spotify’s 2025 Afrobeats list
Don’t confess if you cheat, Teju Babyface advises men on infidelity
Editorial: Nigeria @65: Independence without nationhood
65th Independence Anniversary and Tinubu’s unfulfilled promises
Mining the other OML
Nigeria @65: A legacy of hope, history of missed chances
Personality rights in AI age
Rebuilding trust and attracting investment to Abia
Nigeria @65: Remembering the icons whose struggles birthed Nigeria’s freedom
Anambra regaining status as Nigeria’s safest state – Commissioner
AI tool helps researchers treat child epilepsy
Scientists turn human skin cells into eggs
NAFDAC bans sale, use of 101 drugs

The Sun

Niger: Ex-SUBEB Chairman, Electoral Commissioner kidnapped by bandits
President, APC govs, ministers shut down Imo
Northern crisis: Dogara, Saraki, El-Rufai, others call for urgent action on security
Barau urges unity, backs Tinubu’s reforms
Nigeria @ 65: Hunger killing Nigerians but Tinubu doesn’t care –Atiku
Akume reaffirms Tinubu’s commitment to drive sustainable growth
Nigeria @ 65: Our gains, losses
Nigeria @ 65: Ruling parties’ oppression of opposition
Anambra guber: PDP, APC enter accord to upstage Soludo
Benue 2027: Byuan pledges focus on welfare, empowerment
Again, Dangote hits PENGASSAN, TUC
Dangote-PENGASSAN feud: Nigeria sheds 1,000MW as depots shut down
ATAF endorses Nigeria’s tax reforms, FIRS pushes Africa’s global role
Sterling Holdco offer attracts strong investor demand
Tilly Norwood: Hollywood reacts to emergence of AI actress
Disallowed goal caused loss to Norway – Nigeria U20 coach
EPL: Why Man United have not sacked Amorim – Carragher
Editorial: Nigeria at 65
Right to development, public interest litigation and rule of law in Nigeria (1)
Nigeria at 65: A nation tested and triumphant
When stakeholders unite to kick out drug abuse
Need to restore safety, accountability in real estate sector
Beetroot for brain, blood sugars: Don charts dual-therapy path
Several Common Fallacies on the Taiwan Question
Obasanjo warns of looming crisis if Nigeria fails to educate out-of-school children
FG launches 2025–2027 education communication plan
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Tribune

FULL TEXT: Tinubu’s Independence Day speech
No religious persecution in Nigeria — Tinubu
Tinubu mourns, orders manhunt for killers of Arise TV anchor
PENGASSAN strike: Motorists groan as fuel queues resurface in Abuja
Nigeria now on path of recovery, Tinubu assures as nation turns 65
Global economy losing over $4.7trn to corruption annually — Expert
Why is no one sharing Basorun Gaa’s name?
Agbowoopa: The Distrainor in the House
Nigeria at 65: What way forward?
Stakeholders lament unfulfilled potential as Nigeria turns 65
His Imperial Majesty, the Olubadan of Ibadanland Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja
With the new tax laws, President Tinubu has fulfilled his election promise — FIRS chairman
Bringing Seyi Makinde under a new focus through new book
Three dead, dozens trapped in Indonesia school collapse
Chinese woman convicted in world’s largest cryptocurrency seizure worth £5bn
183 countries stand with China on Taiwan question — Envoy
Osimhen becomes Nigeria’s all-time UCL top scorer
EPL: Alisson out of Chelsea clash — Slot
Bayern thrash Pafos to maintain perfect Champions League start
UCL: Osimhen strikes as Galatasaray stun Liverpool in Istanbul
UCL: Rios own goal hands Chelsea narrow win over Mourinho’s Benfica
WATCH: Evicted Thelma, Kuture, Joanna, Bright Morgan open up on romance in BBNaija house
BBNaija S10: Kola banned from speaking after breaking confidentiality rule
Nigeria @65: Manufacturing still groans
Nigeria’s tax reforms get African Tax Administration Forum’s nod
2027: Continue to enjoy your retirement, Lagos APC tells Jonathan
Legislative arm key to entrenchment of democracy — Ekiti speaker
I’m no longer a politician — Olubadan tells Atiku, El-Rufai, others
2027: Ongoing PDP congresses beginning of good things for party — Odidiomo
Independence: Let’s be hopeful, Babayemi tells Nigerians
Wike, Senator Bamidele, others to receive democracy heroes award
Soludo, Ned Nwoko, others reiterate call for united Nigeria
PENGASSAN vs Dangote: Conciliation meeting moved to NSA office
Edo: PPP raises alarm over alleged plan to disrupt operations
This youth-led Initiative is returning students to classrooms through free school sandals in Kwara
Ogun govt suspends school principals over illegal fees
We’ve empowered 58,933 Corps members with digital skills — NYSC
Obasanjo, Sultan, Kukah call for investment in education
Editorial: Nigeria at 65: What way forward?

Daily Trust

NIGERIA DAILY: How Nigeria’s Cultural Diversity Has Shaped The Nation At 65
Northern Crisis Now A National Emergency – Dogara
‘How Arise TV Presenter Died’
Independence Day Wishes
FULL SPEECH: Tinubu’s Independence Day Broadcast
Our Reforms Delivering Results, Says Tinubu
OUR 2025 UNSONG HEROES
Atiku: Hunger Killing Nigerians But Tinubu Is Not Moved
Electricity Supply Drops As Oil Union Begins Strike
Ex-SUBEB Chair, Many Others Kidnapped As Bandits Lay Siege To Niger Communities
Sagagi: Octogenarian Who Dedicates Himself To Human Development
Pregnancy Complication Led Me To Humanitarian Work — Rukaiya Kushu
Nigeria @ 65: Mixed Reactions Trail Economic Rebound
Experts Caution Against PIA Amendment
FG’s Ban On Cooking Gas Export Not Implemented – Marketers
Audit Reports Have Improved Fiscal Discipline- AuGF
Pantami: A New Bride Ahead Of 2027?
I’m No Longer One Of You, Ladoja Tells Atiku, El-Rufai, Others
2027: Allow Jonathan Enjoy Retirement, Lagos APC Tells PDP
EL-Amin Plans 30th Anniversary Celebration Of Georgian Cup Supremacy
Lagos To Host Africa’s First-Ever Electric Powerboat Racing Tourney
Danish Envoy Applauds Fc Ebedei’s World-Class Facilities
Warri Wolves Make First Coaching Change Of 2025/26 NPFL Season
Olapade Wins Lakowe Lakes Golf Classic With Ten-Under Masterclass
What Is Muslim States’ Position On Trump’s Gaza Plan?
South African Ambassador Found Dead At Paris Hotel
DR Congo Ex-President Kabila Sentenced To Death
Rewards Of Integrity: The Life, Achievements Of Engineer Muhammad Abba Gana (II)
Fight, Surrender Or Make Peace
Editorial: Nigeria At 65: Time For A New Vision
Nigeria @ 65: FCT Residents Demand People-Oriented Policies
FCTA Begins Construction Of Road Linking Tunga Madaki Community
FCT Minister Commiserates With Ona Of Abaji Over Wife’s Passing
Aduda Condoles Ona Of Abaji Over Wife’s Death
Police Ban Use Of Shuttle Buses For Patrol In Imo

Vanguard

‘We’re racing against time’: Full text of President Tinubu’s independence anniversary speech
Prologue: Nigeria, a vision in distress
How remote workers, influencers’ll pay tax under new law — Oyedele
‘We ended fuel subsidies, multiple FX rates to reset Nigeria’  —  Tinubu
[Nigeria @65] Bad leadership: A curse from the pit of hell
Nigeria @65: Challenge of unity
Prologue: Nigeria, a vision in distress
Cartoon: ‘Helloooo, where’s the brain box?’
Imo Visit: Tinubu’s grassroots reform will secure him historic legacy – Araraume
Nigeria at 65: Time to turn promise into progress, leaders told
Nigeria at 65: IPAC flags Anambra governorship as test for 2027 elections
Nigeria at 65 and Tinubunomics: Pathways to economic resurgence or looming rigmarole?
C’River PDP rebuffs national leadership, affirms state congress legitimacy
PDP shakes up S-South, dissolves Akwa Ibom exco
No congress took place in Cross River, says PDP
Global union writes Dangote over refinery workers’ sack, demands reinstatement
PENGASSAN, TUC after dues – Dangote; ‘no investor bigger than Nigeria’, they respond
How Maduagwu met her untimely death
NURTW leader arraigned for alleged murder of dispatch rider in Lagos
Video: ‘Runs girls’ will pay tax – Taiwo Oyedele
Police probe mysterious death of Bauchi lady
The Need for National Political Reform Conference (3), by Afe Babalola
The Rewards of Integrity: The life and achievements of Muhammed Abba Gana(2), by Usman Sarki
Burna Boy, Wizkid, Ayra Starr top Spotify’s 2025 Afrobeats list
Why you should not confess cheating to your partner – Teju Babyface
“You’re forbidden from speaking” – Big Brother punishes Kola for rule violation
Jason Jae emerges last Head of House for season 10
Dolly Parton scraps Vegas shows over health issues
FG calls for collective support for reforms to enhance economy
Foreign portfolio inflow hits N748bn in 4yrs
Crude oil production rose to 1.8m bdp — FG
Mourinho’s Benfica beaten on Chelsea return in Champions League
Liverpool suffer shock Champions League defeat at Galatasaray
What Lamine Yamal must do to reach top level – Flick
Saliba says he was focused on staying at Arsenal after signing new deal
Alcaraz out of Shanghai after winning eighth title of season
Facts your son needs to know about handling a woman

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