News Headlines Oct 3, 2025. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers

News Headlines Oct 3, 2025. Headlines From Nigeria’s Major Newspapers

Compiled by Demola Adefajo

The Nation

Shun cults, LCDA chief tells students
Pupils shine at spelling bee contest
Retired general gets varsity‘s recognition
Court hears suit on Pan African Towers buy-out dispute
Otti demands retraction of ‘defamatory’ posts
Faith disqualified from BBNaija show
Shettima returns after UN, Germany engagements
Governors renew pledge to speed up development in states
Tinubu insists work must continue despite stoppage of NNPCL tax credit- Umahi
First Lady launches “Flow with Confidence” menstrual hygiene initiative in Gombe
I never said I will step down for another aspirant-Atiku
Wike vows to end sabotage, darkness in Abuja
Eight Osun monarch threaten Oluwo over ‘false’ accusation against Ooni
Ondo cleric, Govt trade words over ‘poor condition’ of roads
Lagos announces traffic diversion for first electric powerboat race
Court dismisses three suits filed against state of emergency in Rivers
Tinubu committed to inclusiveness, security of Nigeria – SGF Akume
Osun LG workers set to resume Monday urges, APC reinstated chairmen to prioritise welfare
Anyanwu has no constitutional power to void NWC decision, says PDP
Abuja-Kaduna train service resumes as NRC MD joins passengers
Edo NSCDC Commandant slumps, dies
Okpebholo cautions MOWAA against encroachment
Coalition calls for national unity against petroleum sector sabotage
HURIWA, Jurist Omolaye-Ajileye commend SSS DG For N20m award to wrongfully arrested individuals
Kano Customs hands over 490,000 capsules, tablets of seized illicit drugs to NDLEA
Oyo Assembly urges Makinde to release N500m promised for Ajimobi Technical University
Divestments add 200,000b/d to national production, says Lokpobiri
We will attract more investors, make Ibadan Airport best in Nigeria – Makinde
Tinubu, Obasanjo, Kukah to attend Gen. Irabor’s book launch on terrorism
Uba Sani flags off statewide emergency medical services in Kaduna
Killings in Ilorin: Alaafin takes proactive steps to fish out perpetrators, checkmate criminal onslaughts
Tinubu door-to-door movement urges Nigerians to back Renewed Hope Agenda
FG assures December completion of Abuja-Keffi road project
Sanwo-Olu calls for stronger synergy among state agencies to build resilient Nigeria
Why Nigerians should embrace polygamy, by Bimbo Akintola
ACF calls for collaboration to tackle challenges
Group hails Tinubu on Ekiti transformation under Oyebanji
SSANU threatens strike at AAUA over unpaid salaries, arrears
NEXIM Bank posts N30.47bn profit
NAFDAC destroys N15bn worth of fake, expired, substandard drugs, products in Oyo
CDS Musa urges security forces to eliminate criminal elements threatening Nigeria, Sahel
Craze Clown laments as friend gambles away millions meant for visa processing
NFP faults INEC decision not to register as party
INEC boss urges National Assembly to fast-track Electoral Act Amendment
Police take over Akwa Ibom PDP secretariat
2027: U3 youths endorse Tinubu, Oborevwori, Waive, cite exemplary leadership
UEL: Berke Ozer saves three spot-kicks to seal Lille’s win over Roma
At The Platform, Odegbami hails Tinubu’s huge support for Sports
Huge moment scoring against Liverpool, says Osimhen
Funke Akindele fires back at troll over nylon bag comment
Wizkid, Asake, Tyla to headline Afro Nation Portugal 2026
Blessing CEO urges Phyna to seek legal action over sister’s death
FULL LIST: Seven disqualified housemates in BBNAIJA history
Destiny Amaka survives car accident days after father’s death
How celibacy solved half of my problems, by TG Omori
EDITORIAL: Trauma centre
Amber news

ThisDay

Lokpobiri: Oil Sector Divestments Added 200,000 Bpd To Nigeria’s Crude Output
•Seeks greater integration amid $4tn in Africa’s domestic capital •Says continent spends over $120bn annually on hydrocarbons imports •Highlights people, asset integrity, reliability as growth drivers
Capital Market Operators Seek Review Of Proposed 30% Capital Gains Tax To 25%
Stakeholders: How Dry Lease Will Save Domestic Airlines N26.6bn Annually
First LNG-Powered Containership, MV Sapphire, Berths At APM Terminals
There Are No Constitutional Breaches By Damagum, PDP Replies Anyanwu
NDIC Warns Nigerians To Steer Clear Of Unlicensed Banks, Ponzi Schemes
Ex-President Jonathan Mourns Death Of Arise TV Anchor
Minister Inspects 43.65km Mararaba-Keffi Road, Laments Delay
Ogun Elders: Gateway International Airport Best Investment Of Abiodun’s Administration
IMO Secretary-General Commends Nigeria’s Maritime Security Gains, Deep Blue Project, Blue Economy Policy
Shettima Back In Abuja After UNGA80 Mission, Germany Engagements
Dantsoho: Abuja’s Centrality, Agro-Allied Potentials Strategic To Boosting Non-Oil Revenue
Buy Nterests In GTCO, Others Lift Stock Market By N1171bn
How Stanbic IBTC Is Harnessing The Transformative Potential Of Technology-Driven Environmental Solutions
Revamping Maiduguri’s Airport For International Operations
Ground Handling Companies Hamstrung With Over Bloated Workforce
Finchglow Partners Other Agents To Tackle Challenges, Boost Travel Demand
Africa Posts Strongest Growth As Global Air Cargo Demand Climbs
WHAT TINUBU SHOULD DO TO WIN THE NORTH
Adaora Onyechere Sydney-Jack: Championing The Reserved Seats For Women Bill To Create A More Equitable Nigeria
How Gates Foundation, Hetero Labs Move To Drive Down Cost, Accelerate Access To Groundbreaking HIV Prevention Shot
Amaju Pinnick Appointed Key FIFA Role As Deputy Chair Men’s National Team Competitions Committee
Gov Oborevwori Gifts Warri Wolves, Delta Queens Four Buses
Europa League: VAR Killjoy For Iheanacho As Celtic Crash At Home
Ex Champion Tells Anthony Joshua To Fight Or Retire From Boxing
Lagos Chapter Backs National SWAN On Electoral Process
Bet9ja Partners Heavyweight Boxer Moses Itauma To Boost Nigerian Boxing
NSSF, NBA Africa Partner In Training Sports Teachers In Lagos
Grange Dominates Quomodo Inter-Schools Swimming Grand Slam At Ikoyi Club
Host Community Boosts FCE’s Admission Drive, Awards Scholarships To Some Pioneer Students
Datti Baba-Ahmed Tackles Kashim Shettima
China: Powering Ahead Without Apologies
Renaissance Man: Dapo Abiodun’s Mission To Rizhao
HAILING NIGERIA AGAINST THE ODDS
EDITORIAL: AGBARHO AND CHILD ABDUCTIONS

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The Punch

My Nigerian power helps me in the ring – Itauma
Private school owners lament multiple taxation
S’West states tighten borders amid banditry surge in Kwara
Obi won’t join d—ollarised primaries, Obidients reply Atiku
Stray bullet kills Osun graduate after NYSC call-up
Rivers funds: ICPC reviews petition against Ibas
PDP convention must be fair, inclusive – Makinde
Emmanuel college old students hold AGM
Group unveils charter, decries crisis in North
Kwara unveils Measles-Rubella vaccine to curb deaths, defects
NPU hails Fubara’s peace efforts, tasks Nigerians on unity
Nigeria @65: Sokoto students propose vocational integration
Stakeholders endorse northern activist for Senate
2026 budget: Bauchi women seek girls’ education funds
Housing deficit: Kwara banks on policy reforms
Bauchi demotes principal, sacks two others over misconduct
Kaduna marks Independence anniversary with car, bike races
Kano police arrest robbery suspects, recover illicit drugs worth N42.9m
Bauchi lawmakers beg Bala to construct 22km road
Public input key to judges’ appointment, says CJN
Bauchi Assembly passes law to regulate scavengers’ activities
TETFund engages N’Central stakeholders on education reforms
Ondo varsity workers threaten strike over unpaid salaries
Nigeria @65: Idris pledges brighter future for Kebbi teachers
NBA kicks as police begin tinted glass permit enforcement
Remi Tinubu begins N2.5bn sanitary pads distribution
Lawmaker hails residents’ support for constituency projects
Osun NULGE kicks as pro-APC workers suspend strike
Lagos aims for tech-driven civil service
Anyanwu, A’Ibom PDP counter Ologunagba over exco dissolution
Borno district head flees to Cameroon after terrorists burn palace
Fubara halts Rivers monthly sanitation
Nasarawa disburses N2bn bursary to 38,580 indigent students
FG calls for appellate system at ECOWAS Court
Rivers emergency: Court dismisses suit against Tinubu
EU canvasses urgent reforms before 2027 poll
Gombe uncovered 440 ghost workers, saved N4.5bn — Gov
Bandits abduct Kwara policeman, Zamfara councillors, village heads
Cholera, Lassa fever kill 400 in nine months
Obi won’t join d—ollarised primaries, Obidients reply Atiku
3,265 Borno children treated for malnutrition – MSF
Senator empowers 400 Ekiti farmers with input, cash
Oluwo ridiculing Yoruba monarchy – Traditional rulers
NAFDAC destroys N15bn fake, expired drugs in Oyo
Cleric warns against students loan hijack
C’Rivers seeks collaboration for tourism growth
Niger urges residents’ relocation ahead of dams release
LASG harps on occupational safety
Edo communities demand probe into leadership crisis
Rivers funds: ICPC reviews petition against Ibas
NEMA urges stronger collaboration with SEMA for effective disaster response
AbdulRazaq visits attacked Kwara community, pledges better security
2027: Ogun commissioner urges women to support female candidates
Frenchwoman who escaped Nazi massacre dies at 100
EFCC arraigns woman over ₦240.5m fraud in Abuja
US regulator approves new generic abortion pill
CBN promises to provide clean currency notes
Oluremi Tinubu urges Nigerians to showcase positive national image
Ogun elders hail Gateway International Airport as Abiodun’s best investment
Factional Osun LG union ends strike, NULGE disowns resumption call
Gombe uncovers 440 ghost workers, saves N4.5bn
Ondo varsity SSANU threatens strike over unpaid salaries, arrears
Closing gender finance gap can unlock $6trn economic opportunity — Expert
Fagbemi demands appellate system in ECOWAS court
Ajayi Crowther varsity VC unveils 10-point vision for growth
NDIC warns Nigerians against ponzi schemes, urges use of licensed banks
Soludo approves implementation of CONHESS for Anambra health workers
Police probe video showing officers forcibly seizing phone, car from driver on Independence Day
PHOTOS: First Lady conferred with traditional title in Gombe
15 more corpses recovered from Kogi boat accident
Police hunt abductors of radiographer, others in Niger
EFCC warns corps members against fraudulent practices
Edo NSCDC commandant slumps, dies at event
Kwara kidnap kingpin killed in airstrikes – Govt
1,300 youths converge in Lagos to discuss empowerment, self-belief
N4tn debt: GenCos decry exclusion from FG’s verification exercise
IATA reports domestic airlines boost GDP by $449.7m yearly
Beating Atiku in primaries will be harder, says Shehu Sani
My Nigerian power helps me in the ring – Itauma
Abiodun wins NWSL Rookie of the Month
Boxing Brai Ayanote gym renovated
VIDEO: Priscilla Ojo, Juma Jux celebrate son’s 40th day, naming ceremony
BBNaija S10: Faith disqualified for physically assaulting Sultana
Editorial: Too many Nigerians are missing
Death in Kwara’s forests
Death makes yet another mistake
Crucible of the preacher’s business in Nigeria
My wife a gari seller before her story changed
Independence Day speech: Has President Tinubu forgotten us?
LASTMA Media Mayors usher new era in Lagos traffic collaboration
A push for revitalisation of maritime infrastructure
Inside Abuja’s ‘business centres’ disguised as schools
PalmPay rewards entrepreneurs
Glo empowers Delta women
Private school owners lament multiple taxation
Schoolchildren are Nigeria’s true wealth, ex-commissioner
Educationist canvasses hybrid learning in secondary schools
British Council, Africa Missions partner on teacher training

Leadership

Criticism Trails Access Bank CEO’s £15m London Mansion Purchase
North Central Commission’s N140bn 2025 Takeoff Budget: Senate Approval Includes N10bn For Cars, Travels N9bn, Phone Calls N1.2bn
How To Drink From A Poisoned Cup: Harold Smith And The Nigerian Story
NEXIM Bank Declares N30.47bn Operating Profit
Nigeria’s Active Drilling Rigs Hit 50 From 31
Stock Market Stays Upbeat, Gains N171bn
ExxonMobil Firing 2,000 Employees Amid Major Restructuring
16% Of Oil Output Lost During 3-day Strike – NNPCL
DisCos Collect N194bn In July As Recovery Efficiency Lags
‘Development Bank’s Inclusive MSME Financing Model Bridges Credit Gaps’
Polaris Bank, Fund Expand Tree Planting Drive To Lagos, Ogun, Kaduna
Lafarge Africa Unveils Nigeria’s First Low-carbon, Ready-mix Concrete
Nigeria Records 3 Years Of Zero Piracy Incidents, Says International Maritime Body
Oil Drops To 16-week Low On U.S. Shutdown, OPEC+ Plans
SEC Advocates Capital Market Integration To Unlock West Africa’s Growth
Kogi Govt To Sign MoU With 15 Pharmaceutical Companies
Money20/20 Recognises Yellow Card Among Industry Leaders
Delta Speaker Seeks Improved Capacity In State Appropriation Process
UNICAL Alumni Launches Internet Facility For Students
Ndoro-Peretorugbene Road Sparks Hope For Riverine Communities
Factors Sustaining Insecurity In Nsukka Zone – Security Expert
Nasarawa @ 29: Governor Hails Courage, Resilience Of Citizens
Court Remands Cleric For Trafficking 900kg Of ‘Ghana Loud’
Vice Chancellor Unveils 10-point Agenda For Varsity’s Growth
Federal Gov’t Urges Investment In Tourism For Economic Growth, Cultural Preservation
Agoro Pledges Smarter, Tech-driven Workforce In Lagos
Kwara Killings: Alaafin Urges Govt To Fish Out Perpetrators
Global Leaders, Policymakers To Converge On Lagos For Safety, Health Summit
Osun LG Workers Hail Autonomy, Ask Workers To Resume Work Monday
Boy’s Brigade Offers Free Medical Services To Over 500 Kaduna Residents
PTA, School Managers To Renovate Public Primary, Secondary Schools In Taraba
Identify, Neutralise Criminal Elements, CDS Orders Troops
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Group Calls For Probe Into Independence Day Parade Disruption In Kano
Radda Declares War On Grassroots Corruption
Rotary Partners Govt, Police To Tackle Social Vices In Taraba
Jigawa Fixes October 6 For Measles-Rubella Vaccination Campaign
Stakeholders Call For More Investment In Education Programmes
NSCDC Arrests 7 Illegal Miners In Niger
Flood Ravages 20 Niger Local Governments
2027: Act Fast On Electoral Reform Proposal, INEC Tells National Assembly
UNGA 2025: Nigeria’s RenewHER Initiative Gains Global Spotlight
Nigeria At 65: Citizens Seek Renewed Commitment To Democracy, Development
We Don’t Feel Neglected By Tinubu, Northern Christian Leaders Declare
Federal Gov’t, Stakeholders Revalidate Workplace Policy To Bridge Gender Gaps
Imo Ex-Attorney-General Asks Bank To Release Customer’s N868m Loan Facility
Court Dismisses Suit Against Tinubu Over Rivers’ Emergency Rule
Olawepo-Hashim Consoles Kaduna Coordinator Over Mother’s Death
Yobe Govt Acquires 176 Housing Estate For N2bn
Nigeria Needs Drastic Changes To Overcome Challenges – Anglican Primate
Youth Activism Earned Nigeria Independence, Says VC
Rep Urges Youth To Join Politics
Taraba State Gets $268.63m Funding From ECOWAS Bank
Governor Idris Urges Youths To Embrace Peace, Unity
Borno Strengthens Ties With Niger Republic On Border Security
Nigeria At UNGA 80
Anambra Group To Fund Varsity Education For Indigent Natives
JT Useni London Property Judgement Scandal… NBA Seeks Involvement As AGF Begins Probe Of SAN, Civil Servants
Police Arrest Armed Robbery Suspects, Recover N42.95m Worth Of Illicit Drugs
Criticism Trails Access Bank CEO’s £15m London Mansion Purchase
North Central Commission’s N140bn 2025 Takeoff Budget: Senate Approval Includes N10bn For Cars, Travels N9bn, Phone Calls N1.2bn
Keffi West Landlord Association Inaugurates Chairman
Ex-Lawmaker Pushes New Electoral Bill To Strengthen INEC Autonomy
Fire Guts Gombe Varsity Student Hostel
Thousands Protest Across Europe Over Israeli Blockade Of Gaza
EFCC Arrests 42 Suspected Internet Fraudsters In Yobe
PICTORIAL: EFCC Recovers Multi-million Naira Properties From Manager Accused Of N500m Criminal Diversion
EFCC Arraigns Woman For N240.5m Forex Fraud In Abuja
Igboho Vows To Storm South-West Forests, Flush Out Bandits
NBA Committee Welcomes Probe Into Ozekhome’s Link To Property Controversy In UK
Agaka Denies Any Link To Alleged ₦12bn Diversion
NSC Expresses Shock Over Sudden Death Of Tennis Federation President Akindoju
Ife Monarchs Give Oluwo 21 Days To Prove Allegation Against Ooni Over Ex-Wife
Nigeria Lost 16% Of Oil Output To Oil Workers’ 3-day Strike, Says NNPCL
AbdulRazaq Visits Oke-Ode, Other Communities Over Kidnappers’ Attacks
PICTORIAL: Protesters Urge IGP To Ignore Governor Yusuf’s Call For Kano CP’s Sack
NSC Expresses Shock Over Sudden Death Of Tennis Federation President Akindoju
NEXIM Bank Declares N30.47bn Operating Profit
Nigeria’s Active Drilling Rigs Hit 50 From 31
Stock Market Stays Upbeat, Gains N171bn
ExxonMobil Firing 2,000 Employees Amid Major Restructuring
16% Of Oil Output Lost During 3-day Strike – NNPCL
DisCos Collect N194bn In July As Recovery Efficiency Lags

The Sun

2027: EU urges extensive reforms
Lassa fever: Nigeria records 166 deaths
Okpebholo, works minister bemoan state of federal roads in Edo
A decade of impactful progressive governance in Nigeria, by Hope Uzodimma –The review
Tinubu reaffirms commitment to empower Nigerian women
EDC, AGRA partner to empower Agric SMEs with funding
I didn’t promise to step down for anybody – Atiku
Nigeria in bondage under APC administration -PDP
Reps: A people’s house or self-seeking assembly?
65th anniversary: Nigeria at war with itself -Sani, ex-ACF scribe
Nigeria’s hope lies in honest leadership, responsible citizens –Tijjani, 79-year-old journalist
Ekiti PDP Congress: Ex-Acting Governor Odeyemi emerges state chairman
EDC, AGRA partner to empower Agric SMEs with funding
Oil marketing firm receives truckloads of petroleum products directly from Dangote Refinery
99% of Nigerian bank depositors now fully insured –NDIC
Tinubu to CBN: Create endowment fund to sustain National Theatre
E1 Lagos GP: Fashion meets glamour as international beauty queens storm Nigeria
Felizno’s new single, Gbim, captures pulse of modern African sound
In Fortune EP, IV Tune displays pure vibes and versatility
Francisca Maduneme releases two inspirational books
Breaking: Faith disqualified from BBNaija season 10
BBNaija: Sultana injured following physical altercation with Faith
Man Utd’s Patrick Dorgu discusses full meaning of his Nigerian name
Maja’s confidence hits the roof after scoring his first goal in 10 months
I’m missing Aina— N’Forest boss
Nigeria fans are ‘mad’ — Bassey
Editorial: Ten years of Mahmood Yakubu at INEC
Politicians and matter of words
Students, read this before emailing your lecturer
Who is afraid of Peter Obi?
Air Peace: Sabotage and struggle for Nigerian skies
Abuja: Nigerians protest sabotage in petroleum industry
IBPP trains students, others on diabetes, cancer supplement production
‘Deliveries by traditional birth attendants drop as hospital births rise’

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