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OpidNews Lexie Obi, the editor of this media outfit. Was in Nigerian Institute of Journalism (NIJ); Ambrose Alli University (AAU); Worked with The Punch Newspapers

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines Today  THURSDAY 13TH AUGUST 2026*THE NATION*Osun 2026: Security operatives patrol major ci...
13/08/2026

Nigerian Newspapers Headlines Today
THURSDAY 13TH AUGUST 2026

*THE NATION*

Osun 2026: Security operatives patrol major cities ahead of governorship poll

Improve NYSC funding, rehabilitate orientation camps, Ex-Corps members urge FG

Military offensive triggers 213 percent surge in terrorists’ surrender – Theatre Command

Campaign for Tinubu's second term must be based of facts, figures, says Speaker ABBA's

Osun poll: Disu deploys DIG Mohammed to take charge of security operations

Osun poll: Bamidele backs APC, urges peaceful election

Akpabio, Uzodinma, Okpebholo, Ododo, Aiyedatiwa arrive Osun for APC mega rally

Oyetola accuses Accord Party of attacking APC members, posing as victims

Osun 2026: Adeleke declares Friday public holiday

Osun 2026: ADC raises alarm over alleged plan to arrest Aregbesola

Fubara not at loggerheads with Rivers Assembly, says govt
EFCC recovers N115bn, $67m oil levies for NDDC
Stolen PVCs threaten voter participation in Osun, Yiaga Africa warns
Olubadan charges FRSC on safer roads as Corps seeks monarch's support

International Youth Day: Okpebholo explains appointment of 4,800 special assistants

18 dead as truck falls into river in Niger

Nigeria exceeds OPEC quota for three consecutive months

Wike shuts secretariat of dissolved committee on FG houses in FCT

Next Awujale: Fusengbuwa Ruling House denounces purported removal of leaders

Osun 2026: Police grill Fadahunsi for over two hours over alleged ‘inciting’ statement

Appeal Court affirms Gombe as authentic SDP chairman, rejects Gabam
Osun 2026: Yiaga Africa trains 35 journalists on INEC’s results management, electronic transmission
Northern Senators demand urgent action on Niger flooding
LASU to graduate 20,604 students as Olatunji-Bello bows out

FG hails UBTH facility upgrades

Osun governorship election: INEC includes SDP candidate Ajala on ballot

Fire destroys property worth millions in bank, bookshop, building in Anambra

Customs seize expired noodles, explosives, drugs worth N365m at Seme

Messi breaks silence after father’s death in heartfelt tribute

'Oyebamiji made stronger case at Osun debate'

*PUNCH*

Business leaders seek better employee wellness

ADC alleges plot to arrest Aregbesola, warns FG

Group decries alleged marginalisation of Bayelsa East

Union rejects zoning of governorship office in A’Ibom

NYSC awardees ready to replicate innovations in Edo

Akpabio, Uzodimma arrive as APC holds Osun mega rally

Inciting comments: Police grill Fadahunsi, Amnesty, NHRC demand prosecution

Osun poll: INEC adds SDP to ballot, distributes sensitive material

Oborevwori seeks proactive security measures to boost N’Delta economy

Group begins weekly prayers for Tinubu’s re-election

N267bn education funds unused in states’ accounts – UBEC

Awujale: Ruling house backs leaders, rejects purported removal

Economists back US, fault Nigeria’s fiscal transparency

No rift with Rivers Assembly over 2026 budget – Fubara

Army moves to begin operations at four new divisions

IG deploys DIG, warns against ballot snatching

NBA warns of orchestrated violence, urges police neutrality

Military pressure triggers 213% rise in terrorist surrenders – Army

Remi Tinubu urges youths to stay focused, work hard

2027: Atiku, Obi mull options ahead of single-candidate summit

Adeleke declares Friday work-free for workers

State police: Presidency closes public submissions today

A’Court nullifies Gabam’s recognition as SDP chair

Tinubu group calls for decentralisation of powers across MDAs

Kwara PDP questions six-month captivity after 163 residents rescued

UNICEF seeks N1.2bn as Katsina commits N500m to nutrition

Aiyedatiwa tasks monarchs on peaceful conflict resolution

Lagos inaugurates Agege food hub to cut losses, ease distribution

Sanwo-Olu inducts 1,000 as Lagos internship beneficiaries hit 8,000

Lagos says CPS pension increase implementation underway

No serving officer convicted for job racketeering - NSCDC

*LEADERSHIP*

Olakunle Churchill Denies Arrest In Switzerland, Says Report Is Attempt To Tarnish His Reputation

LASU Graduates 20,604 Students, Honours Dangote, Adesola, Kekere-Ekun At 29th/30th Combined Convocation

Harmonized Regulations, Fuel Quality Standards To Broaden West Africa’s Energy Market

Qatar Travel Checklist For Nigerians: What To Know Before You Fly

Newborn Baby Allegedly Stolen From Benue Health Facility

Wife Of Ringim Emir Dies At 83

Dangote Refinery Seeks Crude Supply Within Prevailing Market Benchmarks

Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde’s Daughter Gets Engaged

NNPC/Shell Vision First Initiative Impacts Over 10,000 People

KADIFF To Honour LEADERSHIP Newspaper For 5 Years Of Consistent Coverage

Peller Calls Out His Parents For Bringing Their Partners To His Wedding, Addresses Gay Rumours About His Father

Women Miners Need Digital Due Diligence To Tap 1.4bn African Market

BBNaija S11: Uriel Oputa Hits Back at Fashion Critics: “I Will Continue to Wear What I Want”

Court Of Appeal Sets Aside Judgment Recognising Expelled Gabam As SDP Chairman

2027: Speaker Abbas Urges Movement To Market Tinubu With Facts, Figures

Osun 2026: Osun Assembly Speaker Wants Fadahunsi, Eniade Prosecuted

Tinubu’s Experience Should Be Considered In Assessing His Leadership – Alawuje

Shiroro Flooding: Northern Senators Demand Long-Term Solution

Don’t Turn Osun Election Into War — Atiku Warns INEC, Tinubu

Oyo Seeks Monument Status For Late Duro Ladipo’s Residence To Preserve Cultural Legacy

IYD: We Trained 2,000 Youths For Digital Economy, Unveiled New Policy – Gombe Gov

Court Nullifies Chevron PENGASSAN Elections, Orders Fresh Poll Within 30 Days

WAFCON 2026: Nigeria’s Akintoye To Referee Algeria-Malawi Semi-Final

Messi Unsure Over Future After Father’s Death

Global Changes: NILDS Director General Urges Institutions To Embrace New Leadership Approaches

Osun 2026: Olawepo-Hashim Threatens International Arrest Warrant For Fadahunsi

WHO Warns Trump’s Vaccine Overhaul Ignores Decades Of Scientific Evidence

Bolaji Stays In Peru for High-Level Para Badminton Camp

*THE SUN*

UPDATED: Police grill Senator Fadahunsi for ‘inciting violence’ ahead of Osun election

Osun guber: Police quizz Fadahunsi over kill order

How kidnappers threatened to sell us to ritualists – Kogi abductees

Muslim-Muslim ticket:
I have no regrets over my words — Sheikh Jingir

Newborn allegedly stolen in Benue few hours after birth

Nigerian Navy, NIMASA renew five-year partnership to strengthen maritime security

International IDEA partners NAPTIP, trains journalists on ending SGBV in

Police nab four suspected armed robbers, cultists, recover three pistols

Nigerian Navy, NIMASA renew five-year partnership to strengthen maritime security

NAF chief harps on strategic leadership for effective operation

Imo is producing drones — Commissioner for Education

Sokoto, Akwa Ibom, Kaduna, Adamawa, 9 others face flood risk — NiMet

Osun 2026: Adeleke declares Friday work-free for election

International Youth Day: Youth empowerment top priority in Delta — Commissioner

Otti backs proposed national park in Abia

Osun poll: CISLAC raises alarm over killings, violence, vote buying

Osun Assembly Speaker demands arrest of APC Reps candidate over alleged death threats

Fubara denies rift with House of Assembly

Senator Ikpea assures Edo Central constituents of effective representation, accountability

Not Too Young To Run Act impracticable — Lamido

Nigeria’s democracy cannot thrive without true federalism — Diri

Jonathan advocates Swiss-style collective presidency for Africa

Newborn allegedly stolen in Benue few hours after birth

Police nab four suspected armed robbers, cultists, recover three pistols in Lagos

Plateau: 2 killed, one injured in multiple attacks in 4 Berom communities

Abuja FG houses: Wike warns fraudsters as committee secretariat shuts down

10 policemen killed, 17 bandits neutralised in Kebbi ambush

4 arrested for murder of varsity don, gang leader at large

OPWS troops foil herders’ attack in Benue, recover AK-47

Sanwo-Olu: Lagos food hubs will cut supply chain costs, create jobs

Yellow Card equity funding surpasses $120m as global expansion deepens

Air Peace accuses labour unions of violating 2024 court injunction

Abia: Otti urges Aba Power to seek other sources of gas supply

Lokpobiri reaffirms Nigeria’s commitment to energy security, market transparency

Nigeria meets OPEC quota despite 4% drop in July oil production

TSC: Airlines lose over N1bn after labour strike grounded 80 flights

Katsina Utd confirm Ozor’s death, say player never regained consciousness in morgue

Messi considers retirement after father’s death

EPL: Man City bring back Rulli in surprise Marseille transfer

How my parents attended my wedding with their boyfriend, girlfriend – Peller

‘Mother’s Love’: Omotola reveals ₦22m made after film grossed ₦103m

Davido set to thrill London fans on August 14

Brain Jotter raises alarm after alleged harassment by Lagos area boys

There’s only the Big 2, then there’s me – Burna Boy

BBNaija S11: Team Bold emerges winner of Guinness task

*VANGUARD*

How LASUs Aerospace Engineering graduate, Adebanjo Oluolamide, achieved 4.97 CGPA

Xavi agrees deal to become new Netherlands coach

U19 ICC W/Cup: Nigerias Junior Yellow Greens edge host Rwanda

Osun election: ADC raises alarm over alleged plan to arrest Aregbesola

Voter apathy: Youth silence is killing democracy PDP

Tinubu, AbdulRazaq praised as new Army battalion begins operations in Kwara

Navy, Army, Police rescue 13 kidnap victims in Kogi, arrest six drug suspects in Rivers

Solar eclipse sweeps across UK, parts of Europe

Dangote Cement, Ibese, FRSC strengthen partnership to advance road safety in Ogun

Otti backs South-Easts first national park in Abia

Cross River Gov Otu halts unauthorised clan, village creation exercise

Food security: Sanwo-Olu inaugurates Agege food hub, targets lower prices

My faith shapes my comedy Mr Aloy

NEITI report: EFCC recovers N115bn for NDDC, clears 19 oil firms

2026 Budget: Fubara denies rift with Rivers Assembly

Reps committee fails to sit over alleged fake agency probe

How AI Is Changing Sports Betting in 2026

Relief for Nigeria, others as US senate extends duty-free AGOA trade pact till 2028

CBN reverses OMO restriction, opens market to local investors

Air Peace loses N2bn to union picketing, seeks FG investigation

Osun Election: Adeleke Campaign Council petitions IGP over Senator Fadahunsis comments

Abiolas death in custody should be reinvestigated Falana

Photos: US, Nigeria hold fresh security talks in Washington

Daily oil production declines 4% to 1.67mbpd in July NUPRC

In custody, Delta Commissioner Izeze, pays inmates fines, plans water project

Arrest of two ASUU officials in IMSU: We cant be intimidated Aribodor

2027: Ekiti PDP, Accord, ADP, others back Tinubu Oluyede

Court of Appeal sets aside judgment recognising Gabam as SDP chairman

US will keep control of Hormuz strait, says Trump

FG, TracTrac unveil national agricultural mechanisation policy, investment strategy

Protest shuts Obollo-Afor market over alleged selective haulage tax

Tinubus reforms are targeted at laying foundation for long-term National growth Funkekeme

BBNaija 11: Biggie gives Gambits Aikou, Flora new secret missions

NBAs Los Angeles Lakers to be sold for $12.5bn Report

Huge hug to you, Ronaldo sends message to grieving Messi

Ukraine submits peace proposals to U.S. negotiators

Tinubu should listen to Catholic Bishops, stop attacks KNN

Court dismisses APC aspirants suit against Adefiranye over Ondo Reps ticket

Osun Election: APC chieftain urges peace, responsible political engagement

Niger Flooding: Northern senators seek permanent solution beyond emergency response

Road projects cause over 5,000 fibre cuts in six months NCC

Ebonyi Assembly passes laws regulating house rent, agent fees, scrap trade

PDP denies PVC hoarding allegation in Ebonyi

Nigerian man found wandering in US reunites with family after 10 yrs

Osun election: Oyetola urges APC members to unite, mobilise voters for Oyebamiji

Wike shuts Secretariat of FG houses sales cttee, creates new division

Video: Osun APC Senator, Fadahuns honours police invitation over Kill Accord Members remark

Messi says not certain to play much longer after fathers death

Singer Niniola returns with new single O Du Mi after husbands death

My parents brought their lovers to my wedding Peller

Messi mulls retirement after fathers death

Prosecute those inciting violence in Osun, Youth group tells IGP, INEC

Tension as Lagos Council defies NLC directive not to attend Inauguration of Pro-Tinubu Group

494 bag first class as LASU graduates 20,604

Osun election: Ex-PDP guber aspirant endorses Adeleke

I only made N22m from my cinema movie despite N103m gross Actress Omotola

King Kosoko: The Battle for Lagos hits cinemas on Aug. 28

Chinedu Ozor never came back to life after collapse Katsina United

Prestige Assurance completes recapitalisation, heralds new era of financial strength, market leadership

*THISDAY*

NGX Group Woos Hong Kong Exchange, Seeks Strategic Collaboration

Yayi at 57: A Journey of Grace, Service and Political Destiny

FG Committed to Healthcare Delivery Nationwide, Says Permanent Secretary

Foundation Provides Free Medical Outreach in Kwara, Targets over 3,000 Residents

Dont Stop Food Import Now, Fix Insecurity First, TUC tells FG

UNICEF Seeks N1.2bn Nutrition Funding for Katsina

INEC Includes SDP Candidate, Ajala, OnBallot for Osun Guber Poll

Accord Appeals to EU for Urgent Intervention Over Rising Tension Ahead of Osun Poll

NHRC Demands Immediate Suspension, Arrest of Fadahunsi Over Alleged Kill Order

Within the Room, Again: The Variable Nigeria Finally Admitted

Zacch Adedeji: When Academic Brilliance Runs Ahead of Judgment

Adeleke: Im the Candidate to Beat in Saturdays Guber Poll in Osun

Issues that May Influence Outcome of Osun Guber Election

West African Regulators Intensify Move to Build Regional Fuel Pricing, Trading Hub

Insecurity: AWPUF Accuses Alia of Abandoning Agatu, Hails Council Chairman Over Army Battalion

OSUN ELECTION: BETWEEN HOPE AND FEAR

LSSTF Strengthens Operational Capacity for NNS BEECROFT, Donates Bulletproof Vests, Helmets

CAS Anekes Strategic Partnership Yield Enhanced Air Power Effects, Strength National Security

81 Division GOC Tasks Commanders on Operational Efficiency, Troops Welfare

Lesson360 Founder, Ekweoba, Honoured with Mandela Award

Olasekun Foundation Targets Poverty With Palliatives, Empowerment

AAAN Flags Off 21stEdition of LAIF Awards

E-Lawyer Nigeria, Miva Open University, Ascend Global Partner to Host Career Fair Festival for Africas Emerging Workforce

Making Risk Management a Growth Strategy in the Nigerian Pension Industry

Stock Market Plummets by N1.17trn on Renewed Profit-taking in MTN,Others

Leadway Urges Nigerians to Prioritise Estate Planning for Lasting Legacy

Shareholders Reaffirm Confidence on Mutual Benefit

Inflation: 12 Companies Cost of Sales, OPEX Up 16.9% to N10.14tn

Tinubu, Oyedele, Cardoso, Verghis Others to Headline CIBN Conference

Digital Payments Critical to Growth of Nigerias SMEs

Dotun Adekunle: At OPay, Technology Remains Our Engine for Driving Financial Inclusion across Africa

Enactus Engineers Economic Sustainability, Provides Support to Tertiary Students

Heirs Life Appoints Eze as Independent Non-executive Director

UBA, Mikano Ease Vehicle Ownership With Auto Financing Scheme

Nigeria Must Fix Policing and Get It Right

New Katsina Utd Player Dies in Training Match

SuperSport Unveils Feast of Football, Sports Action

Group Demands FGs Intervention in NFFs Elective Congress as Deadline for Submission of Forms Ends Today

At Arise Town Hall, Adeleke, Oyebamiji, Salaam Unveil Plans for Osun State

Tinubu Okays Fresh Deep Offshore Framework to Unlock $50bn Investment

NIDEC 2026: No Room for Jamboree Under Tinubus 4Ds Agenda, Says Enikanolaiye

Obi: I Never Said Military Should Reject Salary Increase

Tinubu Urges National Unity as FG, Muslim Group Convene Global Security Conference

Plateau Court Declares State High Courts Can Try Terrorism Cases Under TPPA 2022

Fadahunsi: Ive Been Misinterpreted, I Said If Anyone Kills Our People, Well Retaliate

Gambian Govt to Understudy TETFund, Seeks the Support of Intervention Agency

ADA Threatens Amupitan with Contempt Suit over Refusal to Release Access Code

AANI President: Security is Primary Enabler of Economic Growth, Entrepreneurship, Innovation

Onuigbo Commends Tinubu for Honouring Aguiyi-Ironsi 60 Years After Assassination

Sultan, Yilwatda Lead Call for Religious Tolerance, Unity to Build Greater Nigeria

Terrorists Kill 10 Cops, Lose 17 Fighters in Kebbi, IGP Grieves Over Loss of Personnel

Dangote Refinery: High Cost Forced Rejection of 15.5m Barrels of Crude

Atiku Raises Concern over Plans to Use Alleged Outdated BVAS in Osun Guber Poll

Obasanjo: Theres No Democracy in Africa, But the Forced Western Liberal Democracy

UNICEF: Unregistered Children Risk Losing Access to Education, Healthcare, Social Protection

AfDB Office Complex: Imo Women Protest Over Lack of Open, Transparent, Inclusive Consultations

Injustice, Cause of Nigerias Faltering Democracy, Says Gov Diri

FMBN Launches Diaspora Mortgage Product for Nigerians Abroad

Lassa Fever: Nigeria Records 237 Deaths, Fatality Rate Rises to 23.7%

*DAILY TRUST*

Northern senators seek permanent solution to flooding in Niger

Ex-NUJ chair emerges Kano LP deputy govship candidate

Osun: Dont turn election into war, Atiku tells FG

Sokoto: Police arrest suspected kidnappers, rescue 10-year-old boy

Gunmen kill 2, injure 1 in fresh Plateau attacks

Accord Party demands prosecution of Fadahunsi over kill them comment

Bandits kill 2, abduct 11 residents in Sokoto

Revitalised Kano PHC struggles with equipment, staff shortages

Man arrested for allegedly defiling teenager in Ondo

Confusion as Katsina United player declared dead found alive in mortuary

10 Questions Every Nigerian Should Ask Those Who Seek to Govern

Ronaldo finally marries long-term partner, Georgina Rodriguez

Customs bust arms smuggling ring, seize 3,300 cartridges, N365m goods

Troops rescue nine kidnapped commuters in Kogi

Adamawa teachers tasked on efficiency, professionalism

ASUU issues 14-day strike ultimatum to Gombe govt

Army foil bandits ambush, recover AK-47 in Plateau

Court remands Borno businessman over N186m fraud

World Bank halted Mokwa erosion project after 2025 flood Niger official

Terror attack: Kebbi to support families of slain police officers

NYSC distances self from NANS proposed N200 levy

Put military budget on first-line charge, Ndume tells FG

State high courts can try terrorism suspects, Plateau court rules

Banditry: FG deploys fresh troops to Kwara

FG to pay workers disengaged 20 years ago

Tinubu approves framework to unlock $50bn deep offshore investment

Kano assembly lawmaker quits APC for PDP

Kebbi govt to support families of 10 slain police officers

Kill Accord remark: Fadahunsi backtracks, says he meant votes

Court remands 2 for allegedly vandalizing bridge in Kano

Losses, disruptions as labour unions ground flights

Tinubu, Sultan urge Nigerians to unite against insecurity, hate

Nigerias democracy needs review Jonathan, Obasanjo

APC, ADC, NDC, others upload candidates as INEC shuts portal

Obi, Kwankwaso meet NDC govship candidates ahead campaign kick-off

Imo APP senatorial candidate tasks women on electoral influence

Coalition should collapse their structures into Labour Party- Nenadi

Court fixes suit challenging Tinubus eligibility for September 21

CSOs condemn Senator Fadahunsis call for violence

Im not afraid of federal might- Adeleke

Im not relying on external forces to win- Oyebamiji

10th House: Setting new legislative records in 3 years

Beyond the certificate: Why COREN must be in the classroom before the gate

Vom: Federal institution mustnt be ethnic fiefdom

Stakeholders seek protection for FCT original inhabitants cultural identity

Mob sets suspected one chance car ablaze, arrests 2 in FCT council

Council flags off CNG retrofitting training for FCT corps members

Abaji explores ways to end power outage

Trumps secret plane swap triggers questions, confusion

Syria sentences ex-ruler Bashar al-Assad to death over atrocities

West Africa must break free off foreign fuel price benchmarks NMDPRA

Pipeline surveillance crucial for $50bn upstream investment Stakeholders

Nigerians cost of living pain deepens as election looms

CBN opens applications for Second Regulatory Sandbox Cohort

Seme Customs revenue hits N19.84bn in seven months

NIBSSs payment system records 26.55m transactions worth N1.4trn

Over 5,000 fibre cuts linked to road construction NCC

FG targets November for completion of Abuja-Kaduna highway

FG moves to automate baggage handling

*NEW TELEGRAPH*

Improve NYSC Funding, Rehabilitate Orientation Camps, Ex-Corps Members Tell FG

Why I Gifted My Son Goat On Sign Out Day, Mother Explains

2027: PDP Denies Allegation Of Illegal Procurement Of PVCs In Ebonyi

NILDS Governing Council Begins Executive Leadership Course In Marrakech

A’Court Voids Judgment Recognising Gabam As SDP Chairman

Top StoriesOrtom: I Remain Committed To Southern Presidency

Osun: Fadahunsi Arrives At Police Headquarters After Invitation

Netherlands: Martinez Holds Talks Over Vacant Head Coach Job

Nigeria’s Youth Are Not Just Leaders Of Tomorrow, But Builders Of Today – Dan’iya

NCC: Over 5,000 Fibre Cuts Linked To Road Construction

NIBSS: National Payment Stack Processes 26m Transactions Worth N1.4trn

NECA Rolls-Out ESG Guide For SMEs Ahead 2030 Deadline

2027: PDP Denies Allegation Of Illegal Procurement Of PVCs In Ebonyi

A’Court Voids Judgment Recognising Gabam As SDP Chairman

2027: Nigerian Technicians/Artisan Pledge 5m Votes For Tinubu Re-Election

Lionel Messi Considers Retirement After Father’s Death

Netherlands: Martinez Holds Talks Over Vacant Head Coach Job

WAFCON: Nigerian Referee Akintoye To Officiate Algeria vs Malawi Semi-Final

What People Used To Mock, Allah Turned Into Our Testimony’ – Lateef Adedimeji

Foluke Daramola Calls On Nigerians To Speak Out When In Need

Peller Laments Parents’ Conduct At His Wedding

Priscilla Ojo Replies Fans Telling Her To ‘Free Juma Jux’ Over Weight Loss

*BLUE PRINT*

2026 budget: Fubara speaks on ‘rift with Rivers lawmakers’

Nigeria Police declare 2 persons wanted over alleged murder in Lagos

Galatasaray make transfer decision on Victor Osimhen amid Al-Hilal interest

ADC raises alarm over alleged plans to arrest Rauf Aregbesola ahead of Osun election

NPFL lifts suspension on Bendel Insurance coach Kennedy Boboye

NETI reports : EFCC recovers over N115 billion debt for NDDC as Senate intensifies probe

Makhachev chases history at UFC 330

Katsina United give update on late player Chinedu Ozor

Crystal Palace re-sign Guessand on loan from Villa

Nigeria Police declare 2 persons wanted over alleged murder in LagosMetro

Sultan tells Muslims when to look out for new moon of Rabi’ul AwwalReligion

UBEC to states: Access education counterpart, released intervention funds

Baze university establishes Chancellor’s award to honour outstanding scholarshipEducation

Zaria college of aviation technology alumni president lobbies Reps for more funding

National Mathematical Centre organises annual public service training for staff

*GUARDIAN*

SEC fixes 5pm T+1 settlement deadline for equities, commodities

FG unveils national agricultural mechanisation policy, investment strategy

Budget Delay: Fubara dismisses rift with Rivers assembly

Alleged killing threat: Police free Fadahunsi after honouring summon

C’River Rep Abang under fire over unfulfilled employment promises

Olubadan urges FRSC to deepen road safety culture in Ibadan

2027: Fintiri urges northern Adamawa leaders to support competent candidates

Osun Speaker chides Fadahunsi, petitions IGP over alleged threat

Over 70% of food consumed in Lagos is produced outside – Sanwo-Olu

Vote AMBO to enjoy democratic dividends, Osun voters charged

Picketing: Unions responsible for third party compensation, says Air Peace

Religious, traditional leaders, other stakeholders tasked on birth registration uptake

Sanwo-Olu moves to deepen Lagos food security capacity

Northern Senators Demand Permanent Solution to Shiroro Flooding

IYD: APM felicitates Nigerian youth, pledges greater inclusion in governance

2027: WoPU mobilises working class to shape Nigeria’s political direction

Court dismisses APC aspirant’s suit challenging Adefiranye’s Reps candidacy

Nigeria’s unemployment bigger migration push factor than insecurity – Dutch envoy

ADC raises alarm over alleged plot to arrest Aregbesola before Osun election

*THE AUTHORITY*

DOFT 2026: Elite FC Stun Defending Champions

DTN@100 Names Nigerias Development Heroes, Sets Stage for Grand Centenary Awards

NAWOJ unveils maiden women in security summit, urges participation, peaceful building

Ebonyi female football team receives gov Nwifurus approval, support to boost sports development

Gov Soludos aide preaches virtues of hardwork at Awka Correctional Centre

ActionAid urges probe of alleged exploitation of Nigerians in Russias Alabuga programme

Nigeria spent N1.16tr on fuel subsidy in 2021 -RMAFC Chairman

Unity Colleges : Tinubu approves recruitment of 3,252 verified PTA teachers

Osun: ADC questions Tinubu over alleged Court Order, EFCC Independence

Festival of Miracles Highlights Global Healing Testimonies from 17th Healing Streams Live Healing Services

*SAHARA REPORTER*

EXCLUSIVE: Alleged Coup Against Tinubu: Military Court Warns Defence Lawyers Against Weaponising Right To Protest

EXCLUSIVE: Tinubus Alleged Coup Plot Detainees Kept In Unhealthy Facility, Court-Martial President Admits, Seeks Greater Access For Lawyers, Families

EXCLUSIVE: National Assembly Hides N9.8billion Buses, Projects For Traditional Rulers In Enugu College's 2026 Budget

Flight Disruptions: Air Peace Vs Aviation Workers Unions What Really Happened' | SaharaTV Morning Show | 12th August, 2026

Six Weeks After Tinubu Appointed Namdas BCDA DG, Wikes Ally Still In Office As Appointee Awaits Letter

If We See Any Accord Party Member, Well Kill Them,' Osun APC Senator Fadahunsi Tells Supporters Ahead Of Saturday's Election

BREAKING: Bandits Kill 10 Nigerian Police Officers, Two Civilians In Kebbi Attack, Cart Away AK-47 Rifles, RPG

EXCLUSIVE: Helicopter Brought Money To Kidnappers: Kwaras Woro Abductees Contradict Tinubu Govts No-Ransom Rescue Claim

BREAKING: Osun Election: Police Break Into Governor Adelekes Media Aides Home At 1am, Arrest Him

BREAKING: Boko Haram Attack Borno Base, Soldiers Claim They Killed Many Insurgents As Vehicles, Equipment Burnt; Seek Reinforcements

BREAKING: Police Arrest Three MOPOL Officers Over Illegal Es**rt, To Discipline Ore Authorities Over Bad Publicity

BREAKING: Nigerian Army Orders Tungamaje Residents To Vacate Homes By Wednesday Amid Land Dispute, Cites Orders From Above

LIVE: Ahead of Osun Governorship Elections: Can INEC Deliver A Free And Fair Election' | SaharaTV Morning Show | 10th August, 2026

Ebonyi PDP Chieftain's Wife Alleges Assault, Miscarriage After Suspected Political Thugs Attacked Her Home

Adamawa Police, Correctional Service Defy Court Order To Release 42 Illegally Detained Mubi Residents

BREAKING: Tension In Osun After Boy Was Shot During APC Campaign In Ilesa, Party Members Injured

EXCLUSIVE: Audio Reveals BOSYA President Kaigama Predicted DSS Arrest, Alleged NSA Ribadu Wanted Him Detained Over Media Disclosures

EXCLUSIVE: Inside Nigeria Customs' Smuggling Empire, Revenue Leakages And Succession Crisis

LIVE: Improvement Or Not' - Analysing The 2026 WAEC Results | SaharaTV Morning Show | 7th August, 2026

BREAKING: Tinubu Orders EFCC To Unfreeze Osun Govt Account, Says Timing Before Governorship Election Is Embarrassing

EXCLUSIVE: IGP Disu Removes Six MOPOL Commanders Attached To TotalEnergies Over N70,000 Monthly Extortion Of Officers

EXCLUSIVE: Families Of Detained Alleged Coup Plot Suspects Demand Probe Into Unauthorised Withdrawals, 'Missing' Millions From Their Bank Accounts

EXCLUSIVE: Nigerias National Assembly Hides N29.5Billion Streetlight, Transformer Projects In Enugu College's 2026 Budget

BREAKING: 176 Women, Children Kidnapped From Kwara's Woro Community Regain Freedom After 6 Months

BREAKING: EFCC Freezes Osun State Statutory Allocation Bank Account 10 Days To Governorship Election

EXCLUSIVE: Families Of Nigerian Officers Facing Coup Trial Raise Fresh Alarm Over Deteriorating Health, Accuse DIA Of Defying Court Order

LIVE: SaharaTV Morning Show | 5th August, 2026

Niger State Govt Spends N2.7Billion On Honorarium, Sitting Allowances, Releases Only N50Million For Water Projects In Six Months

APC Primary In Kwara Faces Scrutiny As Court Documents Claim Candidate Polled More Votes Than Total Voters

Don't Hand State Police To Ravenous Governors Ahead Of 2027 Elections' Sowore Warns Tinubu, Condemns Failure On Security, Economy, Others

Massive Protests In Abia As Residents Demand Release Of Imprisoned IPOB Leader, Nnamdi Kanu

My Mum Texted That Men Were Breaking Into Her Room, Then She Vanished Daughter Of Ex-Ekiti APC Aspirant, Olawumi

EFCC Petition Accuses Ondo Speaker, Deputy, Clerk Of Forging Lawmakers' Signatures To Approve N70Billion Budget

SaharaTV Morning Show | 3rd August, 2026

RULAAC Files Four Suits Against Imo Police 'Tiger Base' Over Alleged Torture, Missing Infants, Extrajudicial Killings

Kogi Family Begs For More Time After Terrorists Demand N4Million Ransom For Kidnapped Loved One

BREAKING: Four Kidnapped Kogi Residents Rescued; Vigilante Member Killed, Three Bandits Neutralised

BREAKING: Bandits Attack Kwara Community, Kill Woman, Abduct Resident As Villagers Flee Into Bushes

BREAKING: Fire Breaks Out At Lagos Airport's Terminal 2

Turaki-Led PDP Accuses INEC Of Plot To Hijack Party, Replace Ex-President Jonathan's Candidacy

Nigerian Colonel Behind Alleged Tinubu Coup Plot Says Failed Promotion Pushed Him, Reveals How He Was Lured By Army Chiefs

BREAKING: Bomb Kills About Eight Nigerian Soldiers Es**rting Military Supplies In Borno

EXCLUSIVE: Lawyers, Families Denied Access To Officers Held Over Alleged Coup Plot Against Tinubu For Nearly Three Weeks

The Xenophobia Attacks In South Africa: Issues And Perspectives On What It Means For The Rest Of Africa | SaharaTV Morning Show | July 31st , 2026

Bandits Invade Niger State Community Despite Collecting N11million Levies, Kill Resident, Abduct Others After Looting Shops

EXCLUSIVE: Families Say DIA Personnel Hacked Phones, Emptied Bank Accounts Of Military Officers Held Over Alleged Coup Plot Against Tinubu

Boko Haram Demands Nigerian Govt Negotiate, Pay Ransom To Free 13 Travellers Held For 106 Days

BREAKING: Court Sentences Killers Of DELSU First-Class Student Elozino Ogege To Death After 9-Year Trial

EXCLUSIVE: 'I Was Tortured, Secretly Detained For 21 Days After Exposing Mismanagement Of Retirees Welfare Fund,' Retired DSS Officer Alleges

EXCLUSIVE: 'We Carry Dead Bodies On Motorcycles': Food Rots, Patients Die As Collapsed Road Isolates Ebonyi Community

Minister Umahi Sends Fresh Threat To SOKAPU President Over N20Billion Mary Habila Death Lawsuit

Femicide Crisis: Is There a Silent War Against Nigerian Women' | SaharaTV Morning Show | July 29th , 2026

Education Minister, Alausa Plots To Secure Top Position For Dismissed FUDMA Lecturer, Hamzat Adebayo At University Of Abuja

Sowore Returns To Court As DSS Director Tosin Ajayi Faces Cross-Examination In 'Tinubu Is A Criminal' Trial

Ondo Assembly Crisis Deepens As 21 Lawmakers Defy Governor Aiyedatiwa, Set To Impeach Speaker Over Alleged Misappropriation

SPECIAL REPORT: In Nigeria, Illegal Betting Companies Thrive On Facebook, Instagram Despite Ban

BREAKING: Mary Habila's Body Secretly Flown To Abuja As Autopsy Controversy Deepens Over Death At Minister Umahi's Home

BREAKING: Detained Amotekun Officer Ekujimi Julius, Two Others Defeat Commander As Ondo Court Voids Wanted Declaration

EXCLUSIVE: EFCC Arrests Microfinance Bank MD As Federal Polytechnic Offa Staff Finally Receive Allegedly Diverted Promotion Arrears

A Focus On The 2026 Budget: What Is the Government Prioritising' | SaharaTV Morning Show | July 27th , 2026

BREAKING: Gunmen Kill At Least 30, Including Women, Children, In Fresh Southern Kaduna Attack

*PREMIUM TIMES*

Osun 2026: CISLAC raises alarm over killings, vote buying, electoral manipulation

Building a Legacy: Abioduns urban transformation through housing, By Kayode Akinmade

ANALYSIS: : How governorship election will be won and lost

The 1945 general strike in the womb of history, By Ahmed Aminu-Ramatu Yusuf

CBN removes FX, government securities restrictions on discount window access

Lawmaker cautions NASS against external political influences

Abia rolls out app to track high-risk pregnancies, set to recruit more health workers

Over 2,700 Osun residents access free healthcare as SROL expands SegunCare to include mental health support

PalmPay joins CBNs 7th Africa Emerging Markets Forum, shares perspective on regional payment integration

My entire family is now on social media Peller laments after wedding

Free Juma Jux trends as Tanzanians blame Priscilla Ojo for singers weight loss

Why banning under-16s from social media may not be the answer Adebayo Tijani

Osun 2026: INEC adds SDP candidate to ballot three days to election

NHRC seeks arrest, suspension of Osun senator over death threat remarks

NBA election observers arrive Osun ahead of Saturdays election

Police arrest 5 suspected drug dealers, recover illicit substances

Akwa Ibom local council chairman suspends youth election, orders arrest of defaulters

Adeleke cuts Osuns domestic debt by N69.18bn in three years

Come With a Story, Leave With a Story

Makinde releases 3 billion for Amotekun projects in first half of 2026

: Meet candidates seeking to govern State of the Living Spring

NDPC begins forensic probe of UNILAG, Lotus Bank, Hackerbella over alleged unlawful use of students data

Airlines resume flights after aviation unions temporarily suspend industrial action

Senate gives Seplat Energy, others 48-hour deadline

Osun 2026: Police bar Amotekun, vigilantes, hunters, CJTF from election security operations

Police detain armed robbery suspect, recover pistol

COUP SERIES ROUND-UP: What we know about alleged failed plot against Tinubu

Police arrest 2 suspected hard drug dealers in Anambra

We need your support Oshoala rallies Nigerians ahead of South Africa clash

Omotola reveals earning N22.2m from N103m-grossing Mothers Love

Airlines resume flights after aviation unions temporarily suspend industrial action

Trump admits to secret plane swap over Iranian threat

Beyond UBA: Tony Elumelus transition to shaping Africas industrial destiny, By Dan Aibangbe

Attah, investors revive Ibom Science Park plan, seek takeover as Eno backs out

Otti commends Geometric Power for restoring electricity in Aba, seeks multiple gas sources

Police invite Osuns APC senator over viral threat to kill Accord Party members

UEFA Super Cup: Somalian referee Omar Artan bounces back from World Cup snub with blockbuster fixture

Conference League: Dessers marks injury return with extra-time winner

NCAA to introduce real-time luggage tracking at Nigerian airports

Cristiano Ronaldo weds long-time partner Georgina Rodrguez

NFF apologises to Tinubu, Nigerians over Super Falcons WAFCON setback

ANALYSIS: OsunDecides2026: Ex-governors, their remarkable feats, low moments

2027 Elections: Police, experts to address emerging security threats at Owerri conference

Africas tech boom starts at home, By Sally Wentworth

Airport operations will continue amid aviation unions strike FAAN

Army rescues nine more kidnap victims in Kogi

Trump secretly switched planes in Turkey over Iranian threat Report

Former petroleum minister Dan Etete says Abacha didnt die during s*x

Jos bishop disowns ex-employee implicated in alleged plot to kidnap his wife, another

CIBN urges banks to deploy fresh capital to MSMEs as Nigeria targets $1 trillion economy

Osuns APC senator seen in viral video issuing death threat to Accord Party members

Abiodun to Ogun Monarchs: Mobilise subjects for peaceful, responsible 2027 polls

Tinubu approves framework to unlock $50bn deep offshore investment

Former petroleum minister chief Dan Etete says Abacha didnt die during s*x

: Adeleke criticises predecessor Oyinlola for not backing him

Rararas attack song normal in politics, Kwankwaso tells Pantami

Amnesty International seeks adequate security during Osun election

Eno declines disclosing Lagos building project cost despite its N41.05bn budget

Katsina United mourns sudden death of defender Chinedu Ozor

Show your marriage certificate Rita Edochie responds as Judy Austin files N1 billion defamation suit

Tinubu seeks global cooperation to tackle emerging security threats

UBA, Mikano Motors ease vehicle ownership with auto financing scheme

Passengers stranded as airlines suspend, reschedule flights amid aviation unions strike

Osun 2026: Davido writes Trump, international community

Osun: Between political expediency and institutional independence, ByNiran Adedokun

2027: Ezekwesili endorses Peter Obi for presidency

Osun did several federal roads but yet to be reimbursed Adeleke

ANALYSIS: What Guinea must do to stop terrorism at its doorstep

Churches, mosques should become centres of peace APC chair

10 police officers, two civilians killed in Kebbi battle with bandits

Army foil bandits ambush, recover AK-47 in Plateau

TMDK Group celebrates 25th anniversary, vows to continue building Nigerias Energy, agro-industrial future

NHRC demands Islamic cleric Sani Jingirs arrest over APCs Muslim-Muslim ticket remarks

Coronation Insurance and Coronation Life Assurance successfully complete recapitalization

UPDATED: Syrias ex-President Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death

In Kaduna, TMDK Group is strengthening Nigerias energy, food security

NCAA urges aviation unions to suspend strike over alleged infractions by Air Peace

Gunmen kill 85-year-old community leader in Benin

*PULSE*

Lionel Messi drops retirement bombshell after losing the man behind his career: ‘I don’t know how to carry on’

Katsina footballer who almost had a second chance at life declared dead, club narrates what truly happened

Davido, Gov Adeleke share stage after Uzodimma tells governor to become singer’s dancer

2026 budget shock: National Assembly hid ₦9.8bn for buses, motorcycles and traditional rulers in Enugu college's budget

Woman allegedly stabbed husband to death just eight months after their wedding in Abia

From QR-code Okada to surveillance aircraft: How Oyo is fighting insecurity in 2026

Footballer declared dead during pre-season match wakes up in mortuary hours later

9-day-old baby found at Lagos dumpsite as KAI rescues 4 nursing mothers

‘This thing no dey work again’ — Mr P faces backlash over new song ‘I Love You Because’

‘Nobody has more hits than me!’ — Davido offers $1M bet to anyone who challenges him

Spotify launches specific tags for AI-generated artists

Why I always play witches and wicked women — Patience Ozokwor explains her Nollywood roles

‘Second belle don enter’ — Priscilla Ojo claps back at Tanzanians telling her to free Juma Jux

‘This thing no dey work again’ — Mr P faces backlash over new song ‘I Love You Because’

Why I always play witches and wicked women — Patience Ozokwor explains her Nollywood roles

‘Second belle don enter’ — Priscilla Ojo claps back at Tanzanians telling her to free Juma Jux

Lionel Messi says he's considering retirement in sad open letter to dead father

Welcome Pep! Chelsea finaly replace Cucurella with €20 million signing

United vs Leeds: Never a friendly — Chaos as Carrick to unleash strongest XI for competitive showdown

'That is what annoys me' — Odemwingie opens up on Osimhen fight in pre-season

*AFRICA*

Death toll in Zimbabwe ferry disaster rises to 44: police - Africanews

Hichilema rallies thousands as Zambia heads to presidential vote - Africanews

Cristiano Ronaldo marries long-time partner Georgina Rodriguez - Africanews

Rescued kidnap victims in Nigeria recount ordeal during 6 months of captivity - Africanews

At least 14 artisanal miners killed after illegal mine collapses - Africanews

Funeral held for Libya’s military intelligence chief killed in car bombing - Africanews

Ebola outbreak takes heavy toll on Bunia's economy and public health - Africanews

Somalia malnutrition response hit by more than 80% funding drop as child hunger surges, MSF says - Reuter

South Africa mine dump collapse kills 14 illegal miners, police say - Reuter

Malawi FA chief backs Infantino, credits FIFA investment for World Cup breakthrough - Reuter

Spain rejects discussing sovereignty of enclaves with Morocco - Reuter

India, Southern African customs bloc revive trade pact talks - Reuter

OPEC further lowers 2026 global oil demand growth forecast - Reuter

Kenya expects IMF visit soon, will discuss new programme request - Reuter

South Africa's Shoprite sees annual earnings rising up to 14.7% - Reuter

Zimbabwe boat accident death toll rises to 44 - Reuter

Nigeria considers crude supply reforms to aid Dangote, other refiners - Reuter

South African rand holds near 5-month peak after US inflation data - Reuter

Cote d'Ivoire: Les lignes sont-elles en train de bouger ? - allAfrica

Africa: Mounting Fatalities Linked to Militant Islamist Violence in Africa Amid Shifting Tactics - allAfrica

Zimbabwe: 'People Were Screaming' - Survivor Recounts Horror Moments Before Ferry Capsized in Lake Kariba - allAfrica

South Africa: Government Gets Tougher On Illegal Mining - allAfrica

Kenya: Court Orders Govt to Set Aside Millons for Torture, Abduction Victims - allAfrica

Malawi: Diplomatic Tension Erupts As SA Tells Malawi to Reimburse Deportation Costs - allAfrica

Rwanda: Rwanda Rolls Out Five-Year Strategy to Fight NCDs - allAfrica

Africa: As Funding Shrinks, Africa's SRHR Movement Vows Not to Retreat - allAfrica

Nigeria: Nigeria and Mozambique Show How Health Systems Can Withstand Funding Cuts - allAfrica

Angola: Uíge - the Violence of the Angolan Political Police - allAfrica

Africa: Somalia - a Government With One Foot Out the Door - allAfrica

Congo-Kinshasa: Ebola Deaths Top 2,000 As Scientists Race to Develop Vaccine - allAfrica

*SPORT*

2026 WAFCON EXIT: NFF expresses regrets, apologises to President Tinubu, Nigerians - The Sun

Akwa Ibom excels at World Chess Championship - Blueprint

Arsenal Face Como in Final Pre Season Test Before Community Shield - Softfootball

AS Monaco have Offer Paul Pogba Contract Termination - Softfootball

Barcelona Raise Rodri Offer to 60m as Manchester City Demand 80m - Softfootball

Big mistake to remove Infantino Trump - Blueprint

Chelsea Confirm Pep Chavarria Signing in Xabi Alonso Boost - Softfootball

Chinedu Ozor never came back to life after collapse Katsina United - Vanguard

Coal City Games: Organisers announce date for logo, mascot unveiling in Enugu - Blueprint

Djed Spence to Inter: Verbal Agreement Reached With Tottenham for 31.5m - Softfootball

Dusan Vlahovi Agrees Personal Terms With Beikta on Three-Year Deal - Softfootball

Ejuke returns to Sevilla sessions - The Sun

Everton, Palace complete Johnson-McNeil swap deal - Blueprint

Germany re-introduces standing room tickets for national team home matches - Blueprint

Group Demands FGs Intervention in NFFs Elective Congress as Deadline for Submission of Forms Ends Today - Thisday

Heavyweight contender David Adeleye declares free agent status - The Sun

Hodgkinson, gold medal rivals progress at Europeans - Blueprint

Inter Milan Launch Official Bid for Tottenham Star Djed Spence - Softfootball

Inter Milan Maintain Curtis Jones as Priority Target With 35m Deal in Sight - Softfootball

Iwobi set for Fulham penalty duties - The Sun

Jalla slams NSC, National Assembly over football election crisis - The Sun

Leon Balogun Trains with ETO Gyr After Completing OneYear Move - Softfootball

Manchester United and Leeds United Set for Pre Season Showdown in Dublin - Softfootball

Messi mulls retirement after fathers death - Vanguard

National Futsal Super League: Abuja, Lagos, others agog for second phase - Blueprint

NBAs Los Angeles Lakers to be sold for $12.5bn Report - Vanguard

New Katsina Utd Player Dies in Training Match - Thisday

Newcastle United and Everton Set for Pre Season Battle in Edinburgh - Softfootball

NGF summit to unveil policy thrust for Nigerian golf - Daily Trust

Niemann wins as Rahm secures LIV season title - Daily Trust

Nigeria in revenge battle against Cameroon - The Sun

Nigerias Super Falcons ll fight for World Cup ticket Oshoala - Blueprint

NOC Presidency: Kuti ends speculation over Nimrods ambition - The Sun

NSC, Enugu State intensify preparations for 23rd National Sports Festival - The Sun

Official: Romelu Lukaku Joins Fenerbahe From Napoli - Softfootball

Ordega blames poor preparation for Falcons WAFCON exit - The Sun

Pogba suffers new injury, raising doubts over future - Vanguard

Porto Demand Better Buy Obligation Terms Before Approving Rodrigo Mora Move to Roma - Softfootball

PSG and Aston Villa Set for UEFA Super Cup Battle in Salzburg - Softfootball

Ronaldo finally marries long-term partner, Georgina Rodriguez - Daily Trust

Ronaldo marries long-time partner Georgina Rodriguez in Portugal - Vanguard

Scottish striker Ure makes 5.5m Sevilla move - Blueprint

Significant Valuation Gap Between Chelsea and Man City for Pedro Neto - Softfootball

Slot reveals why he rejected Netherlands job - The Sun

Some could not eat Uchenna Kanu reveals Super Falcons reaction to WAFCON exit - Vanguard

SuperSport Unveils Feast of Football, Sports Action - Thisday

Turkish pundit highlights potential Onuachu-Nunez headache - The Sun

TYB Golf Club commissions new caddy shed in Abuja - Blueprint

TYB golf club commissions new caddy shed in Abuja - Daily Trust

U19 ICC W/Cup: Nigerias Junior Yellow Greens edge host Rwanda - Vanguard

WAFCON: We failed to qualify because of poor preparation Ordega - Vanguard

Why South Korea FA escaped FIFA hammer for s*x-for-referees scandal - Blueprint

Xavi agrees deal to become new Netherlands coach - Vanguard

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