09/06/2026
*NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR TUESDAY 9TH JUNE 2026*
*THE NATION*
Kebbi sets up panel to probe teachers’ salaries
Kano police arrest 345 suspects, seize 270 weapons in statewide crackdown
Kwankwasiyya dismisses reports of Kwankwaso threatening to quit NDC
Oyo abduction: new video surfaces, principal says bandit not asking for money, weapons, sharia
Bamidele: Senate will pass Bill on State Police this week
Unsafe food kills 53,000 Nigerians annually, causes 50 million illnesses — FG
Zamfara Police to rescue 39 persons kidnap in Magami Dididi
IGP Disu calls for stronger West African security cooperation against transnational crime
Three dead, four coaches affected as Warri-Itakpe train derails
Gov. Otti sets Dec. 2026 deadline for completion of new Governor's office
Power sector challenges will be fixed, Tegbe assures Nigerians
Nigeria not happy with South Africa over treatment of citizens, says Odumegwu-Ojukwu
Governors, deputies elected under 1979 Constitution not entitled to pension
EU, FG push ‘Whole-of-Society’ plan to tackle insecurity in Northern Nigeria
Shettima: investment, enterprise key to Nigeria’s $1tn economy
INEC clears Maku, Ombugadu, 18 others for June 20 bye elections
2027: INEC denies issuing access code to political parties
LASHMA enrols quadruplets, family on free health insurance after mother's death
Gunmen abduct RCCG Pastor in Ondo
Tinubu urges Nigerians to support security agencies in anti-terror war
Major projects ready for commissioning by Tinubu - Wike
ADC crisis: Judge to rule June 16 on whether or not to withdraw from Nafiu Bala Gombe's suit
Tinubu swears in Tegbe, Enikanolaye as new Power, Foreign Affairs ministers
Niger deploys joint security forces to flush out bandits in Borgu
Property destroyed in Anambra building collapse
Three bandits neutralise as police launch offensive operation in Jangebe
DSS arraigns man over alleged coup calls
Data Commission, Meta launch initiative to strengthen Data Protection in Nigeria
Our greatest asset is youths, not oil — Defence Minister
Group lauds Wike, mobilises diaspora support for national development
FG unveils framework to guide regional commissions, drive balanced development
Female hit-and-run victim rescued on Lekki-Epe Expressway
How scan detected my baby had no nose - Judikay opens up on pregnancy scare
‘Acting is my life, not a hobby,’ Nancy Isime reflects on 'Blood Sisters 2' role
*PUNCH*
Suspected kidnappers kill soldier, injure another in Ogun
LP sues INEC over Enugu North by-election exclusion
Jigawa ADC governorship aspirant rejects primary, petitions appeal panel
Lagos stakes claim as Africa’s gateway for global investment
Plateau FRSC: Cycling answer to rising fuel cost
Yola Catholic Diocese launches programmes for N’East IDPs
Yobe residents beg Buni for dialysis centre as kidney disease crisis persists
Gawuna seeks ADC gov ticket as defection talks advance
June 12: Anyaoku, Sanwo-Olu for Lagos Democracy Day discourse
Christians in Nigeria face killings, forced conversion – UN
Iyabo Obasanjo quits APC over ‘disrespect’
Muslim community pledges votes for Oyebanji
Kukah decries insecurity, urges stronger leadership
Tax expert seeks S’Court verdict on VAT dispute
Army chief asks banks to disrupt terror financing
Senate to debate State Police bill this week
Lagos APC unveils 41-year-old Sonayon-James deputy gov pick
African Church Primate urges Tinubu to end terrorism, banditry
Kwara targets 1.2 million women, children for free healthcare programme
Ogun waste collectors warn of service disruption over rising costs
Bandits ambush reconciliation meeting, abduct 39 in Zamfara forest
Ekiti 2026: INEC to deploy over 2,400 BVAS, 9,500 staff
Oyo abduction: Kidnapped principal denies bandits’ sharia demand
NEMA deploys emergency response as passenger train details in Delta
LP presidential aspirant dumps party for YPP after disqualification
Don't carry your burdens in silence, speak up, Soludo’s wife urges men
Xenophobia: Nigeria not happy with South Africa — FG
Cut off terror financiers, COAS urges banks
Bandits kidnap 50 elders during peace meeting in Zamfara
FG yet to pay N3.3tn power debt approved by Tinubu — GenCos
Ohanaeze bans use of unauthorised traditional titles outside Igboland
Senate to consider state police bill Tuesday
*LEADERSHIP*
Contractors Protest At Finance Ministry, Reject FG’s N700bn Payment Claim
Police Arrest 345 Suspects, Recover 270 Weapons In 3-Day Operation In Kano
Our Children In Captivity While Politicians Chase Election – Dakpokpo
Friendly: Omewa Bags Brace As Clinical Super Falcons Thrash Senegal 3-0 In Ikenne
Borno Govt Denies Paying Ransom To Free 360 Victims
Lagos AG, Coroner Oppose Bid To Stop Chimamanda Adichie’s Son Inquest
Ritchie Returns To Bournemouth As New Technical Director
Power Minister Tegbe Assumes Office, Vows Visible Power Gains, Not Empty Promises
Nigeria Posts N7.55tn Foreign Trade Surplus In Q1
Woman Who Faked Abduction, Demanded N50m Ransom, Found With Lover In Delta Hotel
’Acting Is Life For Me, Not A Hobby Of Moneymaking Scheme’ – Nancy Isime
Don Jazzy Opens Up On Childhood Rejection, Reveals Secondary School Experience Left Him Traumatised
Sky B Calls Out Burna Boy, Accuses Fellow Artistes Of Ingratitude After Career Decline
Rita Edochie Blasts Judy Austin Over Red Cap Comments, Calls Out Hypocrisy
Nancy Isime Opens Up On Deep Commitment To Acting, Reveals Emotional Toll Of Blood Sisters 2 Role
FCCPC Shuts PWAN MAX Office For Alleged Non‑compliance
Federal Government Mulls Retaliation Against South Africa Over Attacks On Nigerians
Glasgow 2026: Judo Federation Targets Podium Finishes As Oshodi Backs NSC’s Medal Ambitions
Data Depletion: Unlimited Data Not Sustainable on Mobile Networks, Telco CEO Insists
Eriksen Should Retire After Second On-Field Collapse – Townsend
Again, Tinubu Says Terrorists, Bandits Won’t Define Nigeria
FG Targets Aviation Hub Status, Plans Rail Link To Lagos Airports
Regulators to Deploy AI Against Illegal Financial Operators, Cyber Threats
Southend Appoint Former England international Dyer As Head Coach
*THE SUN*
Borno: How abductors killed my husband, molested me – Rescued victims recount ordeal
Insecurity: NLC, TUC threaten nationwide strike
Stop branding tribes with criminality – Peter Obi to Nigerians
2027: I would have asked Obi to step aside for Atiku – Datti
Borno: How abductors killed my husband, molested me – Rescued victims recount…
EPL: Chelsea block Maresca move, seek compensation from Man City
Burna Boy’s grandfather hails Nigeria’s dominance in Afrobeat
Gov Alia assents to electricity law, says law to deliver…
IGP hosts INTERPOL heads in Abuja to fight trans border crimes
Invest Lagos Summit: Sanwo-Olu woos global investors, secures commonwealth backing
UPDATED: WAEC addresses reasons behind WASSCE exam delays
False Alarm: Enugu government dispels fake UNN attack viral post
Dangote named Africa’s most admired brand for 8th consecutive year
WAEC links exam delays to insecurity, fatal crash
Nasarawa North decides: over 300,000 voters set to choose Akwashiki’s successor
Ijaw protesters shut down 9 major flow stations in Delta over Warri delineation crisis
Presidency: Northern youths insist on 2031 return to North
PDP Bayelsa Central senatorial candidate, Akinaka, woos elders, unveils trust fund
2027: Dele Momodu rules out Peter Obi, says race between Tinubu, Atiku
NDC stakeholders demand release of election results 10 days after primaries
2027 will be WWE-style fight, Tinubu must face reality – Ndume
ADC chairmen demand respect for Lagos governorship primary result
Threat letter: Lagos police say no evidence bandits plan to attack school
3rd year-anniversary: Tinubu begins commissioning of major roads across Abuja – Wike
Oyo NURTW announces return to motor parks as Appeal Court voids suspension
Woman fakes kidnapping, found in hotel with lover after demanding N50 million from family
Police arrest social media influencer for raising false security alarm in Akwa Ibom
Oyo govt demolishes house used to hold Adelabu’s abducted sister, nephews
Troops foil multiple abductions, rescue victims in Plateau, Kaduna
Lagos: Uzodimma woos investors
United Nigeria Airlines salutes Ibom Air on 7th anniversary
Nigeria among world’s most expensive countries for airline operations, says IATA
Total imports in Q1 2026 drop to N13,619.33bn from N16,644.42bn in Q12025
NGX sheds N4.9trn in first week of next-day settlement rollout
Abbey Mortgage Bank gets regulatory nod for commercial banking operations
Capital market should build lasting wealth, not quick gains –Popoola
FIFA World Cup 2026: iLOTBET Is Giving Away a ₦150 Million Duplex and You Could Be the Winner
TENDER OPPORTUNITY: PROVISION OF PROFESSIONAL SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT SUPPORT SERVICES
EPL: Chelsea block Maresca move, seek compensation from Man City
Spain receive World Cup boost as Yamal nears return from injury
Tuchel to Bellingham: Earn your World Cup spot or sit out
Burna Boy’s grandfather hails Nigeria’s dominance in Afrobeat
I went back to search for girls who rejected me before fame – Don Jazzy
Ayra Starr addresses criticism over recent outfit
Why I kept my daughter’s birth secret — Adunni Ade
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Talay Riley stabbed to death in UK
Bayelsa Beauty Queen Tamunosoye Karibi-George crowned Miss World Nigeria 2026
*VANGUARD*
Nigerians should rethink as leadership is influence, not office Bishop Kukah
US judge blocks Trumps $100,000 fee for skilled visa applications
Bandits abduct Zamfara elders, Police launch rescue operation
Countdown to 2026 FIFA World Cup: DR Congo return with fearless ambition
Fear grips Ondo community as gunmen kidnap council worker
Contractors debunk FGs N700bn claim, resume protest at Finance Ministry
Xenophobia: Were considering retaliatory measures against South Africans FG
Shettima, Sanwo-Olu, Oyedele pitch Lagos as top investment hub
Sugar Tax May increase pressure on manufacturers LCCI
Kanu death penalty bid could affect Nigeria-UK relations Lawyer
Police allege insider role in Adelabu family abduction
Super Falcons complete Senegal double with 3-0 win in second friendly
Man City, Chelsea locked in compensation talks over Maresca move
Countdown to 2026 FIFA World Cup: Ghana seek to rediscover spirit of 2010
Agada defects to YPP after Labour Party exit
ALTON: NBS data undercounts telecom investment
FG to extend Lagos Red Line rail to MMA terminals Keyamo
Warri-Itakpe train derails, four coaches affected NRC
West African INTERPOL Chiefs meet in Abuja, seek stronger crime-fighting cooperation
Ijaw communities protest, disrupt operations at Delta Flow Stations
FCT CP warns officers against misconduct, launches crime response unit
Labour Party sues INEC over exclusion from Enugu by-election
Warri Ward Delineation: Oborevwori wades into ward delineation crisis
Israel to reopen schools starting Tuesday
Xenophobia: Nigeria not happy with South Africa Ojukwu
39-year-old Giroud pens one-year Lille contract extension
Denmarks Eriksen doing well after collapsing during friendly
My purpose fulfilled, Liverpool hero Origi retires from football at 31
2027: Lagos APC unveils Sonayon-James as Hamzats running mate
Kidnappers want release of their members, not N1bn ransom Abducted Oyo principal
Police neutralise three suspects in anti-banditry operation in Zamfara
Boko Haram killed my husband, molested me; Ngoshe abductees recount ordeals
ADC leadership crisis: Judge fixes June 16 to rule on recusal motion
Itsekiri youth vows to reduce oil production to 500 barrel per day
2027: Lagos APC unveils Sonayon-James as Hamzats running-mate
Israel, Iran must immediately stop shooting Trump
Insecurity: Osun police dispel alleged arrest of banditry suspects
Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce set for star-studded New York wedding Report
Portugal vs Nigeria date, time, venue and where to watch
Liverpools Konate agrees four-year deal to join Real Madrid
AIbom Police nab influencer over security scare on social media
Trump calls Netanyahu after Israel-Iran clashes
Tinubu hosts Madagascan President at A*o Villa
Credible poll: Lawyers must rise above fat fees, fight for justice Mekwunye, SAN
World Cup: Bellingham not guaranteed a start for England Tuchel
Enugu Govt dispels viral post suggesting imminent attack on UNN
Atiku condoles Okonjo-Iweala over death of younger brother
Democracy Day: Our institutions growing stronger Deputy Speaker, Kalu
Video: Why should lawmakers trek to work'-Sen Umeh justifies official vehicle allocation
Tinubus personal assistant receives birthday tribute from Senator Adeola Yayi
WAEC blames exam delays on crash that killed three officials
I have no regrets choosing Nigeria, says Iwobi ahead of 100th cap
Chimamandas son: Lagos AG, coroner challenge suit seeking to halt inquest
Breaking: NLC, TUC threaten nationwide strike over worsening insecurity
Reps move to replace 2007 Statistics Law with new data framework
Kebbi NBA Chairman: No corruption in judiciary
Heavy rain triggers building collapse in Anambra, no casualties reported
Oyo govt demolishes building used by Adelabu familys kidnappers
FG approves payments to 1,240 contractors, processes over N700bn claims
*THISDAY*
Tinubu Administers Oath of Office On Two Ministers
FG Protests Ill-Treatment of Nigerians in South Africa
League of Imams and Alfas in Yorubaland Disown Groups, Individuals Promoting Division, Extremism
DSS Arraigns Man Over Alleged Call for Military Coup Against Tinubu
Tinubu: We Wont Succumb To Fear Or Allow Terrorists, Bandits, Violent Extremists Define Our Identity As Nigerians
Court Decides Whether to Withdraw from Suit against David Mark-led Executive June 16
Tinubu Hosts Madagascan President at State House
Democracy Day: Our Institutions Growing Stronger, Says Deputy Speaker Kalu
WED: Students Plant 400 Trees in Enugu, Nsukka
Oyo Govt Demolishes Building Used by Kidnappers of Adelabus Sister, Sons
Onigbongbo LCDA, Brampton Partner on Youth Devt
REDEFINING FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY
Popoola: Capital Market Must Drive Inclusive, Responsible Wealth Creation
Anambra Lawmaker Sues APGA, INECOver Primary Election
Cracks in Osun APC as another Omisores Ally Resigns from Party
Stop Scaring Travellers Away From Plateau, Group Tells Dalung
Troubling Silence Before the 2027 Polls
Optiva Capital Partners Drives Wealth, Global Access, Social Impact Across Africa
Onigbongbo LCDA, Brampton Partner on Youth Devt
Optiva Capital Partners Appoints Red Media Africa to Lead Strategic Communications, Drive Transformational Business Growth
Nigerian Navy @70: Celebrating Seven Decades of Operational Excellence
Police Confirm Rescue of Abducted Woman, Twin Sons in Ibadan, Neutralise Two Suspects
FTC AND THE RISE OF INDIGENOUS STOCKBROKING
Sanwo-Olu, Oyedele, Others to headline Invest Lagos Summit 3.0, slated for June 8-9
The Adelabu Rescue: How IGP Disu Tactical Command Dislodged A Sophisticated Kidnapping Syndicate
FMDA Sees N10.9tn June Liquidity Inflow as OMO Maturities Dominate Market Outlook
Q1: 27 Blue-chip Firms Declare N3.8tnProfit, N1.02tn Tax Expense
MTN Defends Data Depletion, Assures Customers of Better Service Quality
Stock Market Depreciates by N4.91trn in First Trading Weekof June
Experts AdvocateRegulatory,Policy Practice to Support Business Resilience
ITGOV to Drive Critical Conversations on Nigerias Digital Infrastructure
ESET Strengthens Cybersecurity Awareness across Lagos MDAs
FAAN Commences Management Retreat to Promote Efficiency
Massimo De Luca: Nigeria and Europe Must Build Long-term Investment Partnerships
CETA Bill at Third Reading: Is Nigeria About to Tax Away Jobs, Investment and Growth
Banks Expand Naira Card Limit Abroad as Foreign Direct Investments, FX Inflows Rise
Sterling One Foundation, Others Launch1M Trees Initiative
Omosehin: Insurance is Important to Traders, Transporters,Others
TVETConference to UnlockOpportunities for NigerianYouth
Optiva Capital Partners Appoints Red Media Africa to LeadStrategic Communications, Drive Transformational Business Growth
WHAT TELECOM MEANS TO THE ECONOMY
REDEFINING FINTECH TECHNOLOGY
What will you vote for
This Has Got to Work
As a New Enugu Rises
Tinubu: We Wont Surrender to Terrorists, Bandits, Well Rout Them, Free Our People
ADC: Court Begins Accelerated Hearing in Suit against David Mark Leadership Today
Supreme Courts Verdict Restores Nestoil, Necondes Control, as Senior International Lenders Move Against FBN Trustees
Adeniyi Courts Diplomats, Top Govt Officials as Customs Expands Global Partnerships, Trade Cooperation
Lawal: Certain Interests Plotted My Removal as SGF, ADC Must Remove Atiku
Vacate Wadata Plaza Now, PDP Professionals Tell Members Loyal to Wike
Saraki Tackles PDP Factional Guber Hopeful, Candidate Reacts, Discloses Plan
Uzodimma, Ododo Mobilise Igbo, Kogi People in Ekiti for Oyebanjis Second Term
PDP Expresses Concern Over Political Climate Ahead of Ekiti Governorship Poll
Disease Eradication: Harvard Varsity Lauds Floating of NASENI-Troment Factory
2027: Accord Party Unveils Lagos Guber, Senatorial Candidates
Adeleke: We Shall Win August 15 Election
Kano PDP Deputy Guber Candidate Quits, Joins APC, Cites Better Platform for Devt
Alliance Report Carpets Banks for Sterilising N91.1tn at CBN, Starving Economy of Credit
*DAILY TRUST*
Married woman who faked kidnap nabbed with lover in hotel
Tinubu swears in new power, foreign affairs ministers
Osun APC demands account of security vote
Nigeria records N7.54tr trade surplus as importation drops by 18% in Q1 2026
Insecurity: We dont take your sacrifices for granted, Tinubu tells security agencies
Fake Soldier Nabbed for Defrauding POS Operator in Kwara
Don: Africa must develop AI tools to meet local needs
Adamawa Govt Summons Contractor Over Delay in Gulak Technology College Project
Nigerian-British singer, Talay Riley, stabbed to death in UK
Couple arraigned over alleged N1bn contract fraud
Unpaid Allowances: Dont push us to the wall, ASUU tells Kano, FG
Health worker beheaded in Benue
NASENI-TROMENT: Building Africas Healthcare Sovereignty Through Innovation
FG: What we are doing to tackle school abductions
Banditry: Stop stereotyping Fulanis, Obi tells Nigerians
Bandits kidnap 50 Zamfara elders on reconciliation mission
Revamping Nigerias industrial value chain: NASENIs role from R&D to market
FG approves payment to 1,240 contractors
Ondo court dissolves 12-year marriage over domestic violence
PHOTOS: Oyo govt demolishes building where Adelabus sister, sons were held captive
Farmers Urged to Vaccinate Livestock as PPR Outbreak Hits Ondo
Lagos Police tighten Security Over School Abduction Threat
I couldnt sleep after killings, suspected cult leader tells police
NDLEA arrests 75-year-old man, 4 female drug suspects
Pastor, accomplice remanded over alleged ritual activities
Woman arrested over false kidnap alarm in Edo
Police recover 85 railway sleepers, arrest 5 suspects in Yobe
Court remands man over alleged murder in Kano
Police arrest 2 suspected drug traffickers
ADSU and MAU Sign MoU to Strengthen Academic Collaboration
The Significance of Fintiris Visit to Scholarship Students in Turkey
Zamfara hands over five armoured vehicles to police to boost security operations
Zamfara, partners review PHC performance, seek improved healthcare delivery
Zamfara warns health workers against absenteeism, threatens sanctions on erring private hospitals
How Gov. Lawal reformed health sector in three years
Uba Sani Invests Over N1 Billion in Scholarships in Three Years
Perez defeats Riquelme to secure re-election as Real Madrid president
Iyabo Obasanjo quits APC two months after losing govship ticket
Imams go spiritual as Christian youths rally over abducted pupils, teachers
Refugees Commission Ambassador Urges Investment in Talents at IDP Camps, Vulnerable Communities
Black tax, social pressure trapping Nigerian workers in debt
Sokoto approves 35% salary rise for college lecturers
FG kicks off $100m energy project to light up Kogi
FG seeks global support to tackle desertification in North
NIGERIA DAILY: Why School Abductions Persist Years After Chibok
FCSC to conduct CBT for shortlisted candidates soon Olaopa
Taraba, Yobe, Adamawa record lowest enrolment for 2026 common entrance examination
Harvard malaria experts back local production of diagnostic kits in Nigeria
Trump urges more surgical strikes against Hezbollah
Primaries: NDC sets up reconciliation committee
FG wont surrender to terrorists, bandits Tinubu
We are not Special Purpose Vehicle for elections NDC
Kano, Katsina communities protest closure of FUDMA study centres
Police: How We Killed 2 Kidnappers, Arrested 4 While Rescuing Adelabus Sister, Twin Sons
We are being tagged bandits, Boko Haram Northerners in South-West
B/Haram holds teenagers as 360 regain freedom
Video of our abducted brother, wife broke us General Rabes family
PDP: Kwara govship candidate breaks ranks with Saraki after 25 years
Ahidjo sues INEC, NDC, wants party deregistered
*NEW TELEGRAPH*
Maku Pledges To Set Up Foundation In Late Sen Akwashiki’s Name
Fire Razes 16 Shops In Ibadan
Heirs Insurance Marks Five Years, Positions For Growth Under Recapitalization Reforms
C’River To Establish Hospital Management Board
Extremists, Bandits Targeting Young Northern Nigerian Youths – NSA
Abe Alleges Sponsored Attacks Over Anti-Ogoni Gov’ship Stance
Oyo Govt Demolishes Building Used By Kidnappers Of Adelabu’s Sister, Sons
Police Debunk Rumours Of Bandits In Lagos
FG Postpones Evacuation Of Nigerians In S’Africa Over Logistical Challenges
Heirs Insurance Marks Five Years, Positions For Growth Under Recapitalization Reforms
Nigeria Posts Stronger Trade Balance In Q1 2026 As Imports Decline
United Capital Expands Into East Africa, Secures Licence To Operate In Rwanda, Ethiopia
NYP Alleges Manipluation Of Aniocha South APC Primary
2027: Ilorin Youth Groups Back Kwara Speaker’s Guber Bid
Abe Alleges Sponsored Attacks Over Anti-Ogoni Gov’ship Stance
World Cup Group Standing Betting Tips
Spain Coach Compares Yamal To Messi, Says He Has Special Gift
Leao To Miss Friendly Against Nigeria
‘I Accidentally Became An Actor’ – Nkem Owoh
Shift From Radio To Streaming Affected My Fanbase’ – Lizzo
After Fame, I Located Girls Who Once Rejected Me – Don Jazzy
Peller Introduces Jarvis To Family For Engagement
Ayra Starr Addresses Criticism Over Recent Outfit
*BLUE PRINT*
Oyo government demolishes building used as hideout in Adelabu’s sister, twin sons kidnap
Florentino Perez secures landslide re-election as Real Madrid President
Makinde takes fresh action amid schoolchildren abduction in Oyo
Rivers United players, officials escape death in road accident ahead of Federation Cup clash
Database leak: Police, DSS launch probe, quiz Wike’s aide, INEC official
Gunmen kidnap ex-power minister Adelabu ’s sister, children in Ibadan
FCTA officials demolish Durumi, Abuja’s bubbling community
Nigeria’s Super Eagles maul Jamaica to retain Unity Cup
Ogun: Obasanjo dumps APC 4 months after joining ruling party
FG begins evacuation of 270 Nigerians in South Africa
US, Iran trade fresh strikes near Strait of Hormuz
Israel investigates how strike killed 3 Lebanese soldiers
Nigeria: How Tinubu’s legacy projects will link 6 geopolitical zones – Umahi
Tinubu swears in new minister of power
Zaina Marwa set for confirmation as NDDC board member
Again, Warri–Itakpe train derails, passengers injured
We are not in support of organisations, individuals promoting extremism in South-west – Imams, Alfas
Super Falcons lash Senegal’s Lionesses in International Friendly
Nasarawa bye-election: Maku promises to complete late Akwashiki’s projects if…
Delta: Ogwashi-Uku community mourns as royal family loses Prince
Rescue of 360 victims: Group lauds military, urges sustained operations against criminals
Set aside arrest warrant against me, Sadiya ex-humanitarian minister tells court
Youths Nigeria’s greatest asset, not oil – Defence Minister Musa
*GUARDIAN*
Government urged to invest in Technology-Driven Learning
Tinubu’s legacy projects will link six geopolitical zones – Umahi
N700bn Debt: Indigenous contractors begin fresh protest, shut down finance ministry
Indigenes fund N1.3bn infrastructure projects in Ile-Oluji community
WAEC cracks down on extortion of WASSCE candidates by schools, supervisors
Shettima, Sanwo-Olu, Oyedele maintain Lagos is investors’ haven
FUTATH uncovers illegal sale of employment letters, rallies against racketeering
EFCC arraign man, wife over N1b fraud
Ohanaeze Ndigbo bans monarchical titles in Edo
Nigeria weighs retaliatory measures as xenophobic attacks escalate in South Africa
Shettima: Investment, enterprise key to Nigeria’s $1tn economy
No safe haven for criminals in Lagos – LNSA
ADSIEC declares readiness for June 13 Adamawa LG elections
Northern youth backs power shift to North by 2031
FCT Police launches violent crime response unit
LP sues INEC over exclusion from Enugu North Senatorial By-election
FG targets new tools to tackle malaria scourge
IGP assures efforts to extend INTERPOL communication network
NAF deploys surveillance aircraft to aid rescue of abducted Oyo teachers, pupils
Oyebanji promises more impactful second term
*THE AUTHORITY*
Set aside arrest warrant against me, ex-Humanitarian minister tells court
Promote Collective Interest Of Peace, Unity, Progress — Former Bauchi Lawmaker
NUJ FCT Council Urges Ethical Reporting on Child Protection in Armed Conflict
QNET commends NSCDC’s action, reaffirms zero tolerance for fraud, human trafficking
NSITF secures landmark judgment against Anambra over compliance with Employees’ Compensation Act
Retired Anglican Archdeacon, Emmanuel Ajayi dies at 86
Igwe Orizu’s position on Nnewi North LGA polls Is sacrosanct, group insists
2027: NDC national movement, party of choice, says PANDEF
Nwafor-Orizu dumps APGA
Primaries: NDC moves to enforce discipline, strengthen internal structures
Tinubu Gains Support as Bridge for Renewed Hope Calls
*SAHARA REPORTER*
BREAKING: Police Withdraw Murder Charge Against Enugu Businessman After Probe Exposed Alleged Torture, Staged Confession By Officers
BREAKING: Nigeria Police Summon Ex-Ogulagha Chairman Over Alleged Diversion Of Billions Meant For Host Community Development
EXCLUSIVE: Despite Court Injunction In $186Million Dispute With Nigerian Firm Acouns, Abbott Diagnostics Set To Launch Determine HIV Test Kit Project Sources
EXCLUSIVE: Detained Soldiers Accused Of Coup Plot Against Tinubu Losing Sight, Developing Lung Diseases, Trauma, Wives Allege Torture
Nigerian Court Declares N110Billion National Assembly Vehicle, Allowance Scheme Unlawful, Violates Procurement Act
EXCLUSIVE: Court-Martial President Declares Prima Facie Case Against 36 Military Personnel Accused Of Plotting To Overthrow Tinubu's Govt Before Trial Begins
BREAKING: Nigerian Police Rescue Ex-Minister Adelabus Sister, Twin Sons, Kill Two Suspected Kidnappers
BREAKING: Boko Haram Kills Eight Soldiers, Beheads Victims In Early Morning Attack On Borno Army Base
U.S. Court Again Dismisses Ex-Nigerian Ambassador Lilian Onoh's Defamation Lawsuit Against SaharaReporters
BREAKING: Families Of 15 Abducted Kwara Worshippers Fear Loved Ones May Be Dead After Weeks Of Silence From Kidnappers
BREAKING: Two Children, Shoemaker Still Held By Terrorists After Rescue Of Kogi Mother, Four-Month-Old Baby
BREAKING: Tinubu Govt Deploys Heavy Security Around Presidential Villa Ahead Of Protest Over Abducted Schoolchildren, Others
BREAKING: Fire Guts Female Hostel At Bayelsa Medical University, Destroys Students Valuables
BREAKING: Lecturers Shut Enugu Federal College, Begin Two-Week Strike Over Provosts Refusal To Address Grievances
BREAKING: Terrorists Invade Kogi Community, Abduct Woman, Toddler In Fresh Attack
BREAKING: Four NYSC Members, Soldier, One Other Burnt Alive As Military Truck, Bus Collide In Adamawa
Federal High Court Sentences Four Al-Shabaab Terrorists To Death Over Owo Catholic Church Massacre
BREAKING: Gunmen Kidnap Younger Sister Of Ex-Minister Adelabu, Twin Sons In Ibadan Amid Fresh Attacks In Oyo
EXCLUSIVE: How Nigerian Soldiers Abandoned Yashikira In Kwara During Terrorists Attack, Relocated To Checkpoint To Extort N100 From Motorists
Documents Show Shell Kept Nigerian Oil Pipeline Running For Years Despite Evidence Of Pollution Report
EXCLUSIVE: Terrorists Lured Vigilantes Away With False Threat Before Attacking Kwara Emirs Palace Survivor
EXCLUSIVE: Police Fled, Terrorists Stole Abandoned AK-47s Before Attacking Us: Yashikira Emir Palace Source Blows Lid Off Kwara Assault
BREAKING: Nigeria Introduces Border Screening, Temperature Checks For Arriving Travellers As Ebola Threat Looms
EXCLUSIVE: I Cannot Be Blackmailed: Senator Kawu Fires Back As Senate Leadership Exposes N90Billion Secret Deal After Criticism Of Unpaid Contractors, Tinubu Loans
BREAKING: Nigerian Union Of Teachers, Take-It-Back Activists Lead Massive Protest Over Abduction Of Schoolchildren In Oyo
EXCLUSIVE: How Bandit Leader Kachalla Muhammadu, Once Involved In Govt Peace Deal, Reportedly Abducted Retd Maj. Gen. Abubakar
BREAKING: Boko Haram Plans Quranic Graduation For Over 100 Women, Children Abducted From Kwara Community, Families Reveal
EXCLUSIVE: Kwara Terrorists Threaten To Marry Off Kwara Emir Of Yashikiras Abducted Wives Over N150Million Ransom Delay
BREAKING: Bandits Attack Kaduna Mosque, Kill Worshipper, Abduct Several Others
BREAKING: Olawepo-Hashim Emerges Accord Party Presidential Candidate With 423,902 Affirmation Votes
BREAKING: DSS Operative Killed, Two Injured As Suspected Oil Bunkering Gang Attacks Security Base In Imo
*PREMIUM TIMES*
NDC okays its nationwide 2027 primaries, begins reconciliation of aggrieved members
EFCC moves to re-arraign three top National Assembly officers for N337m fraud
National Assembly to approve state police this week Senate Leader
ADC Leadership Crisis: ADC, Aregbesola ask judge to withdraw from suit, Nafiu-Bala Gombe opposes call
Nigeria 3-0 Senegal: Super Falcons crush Lionesses in Ikenne
Ladies sing along, men keep straight faces at Chikes first Lagos performance since Edoho saga
Zadok Yohanna: What we know about Nigerian teenager just signed by Brighton
Police arrest man over Facebook post alleging plan by bandits to attack Akwa Ibom
NDC entrenches party supremacy, moves to strengthen internal structures
Kebbi State raises retirement age bar for doctors
High-volatility trading strategies
2027: Dele Momodu lobbies ADC to consider him as Atikus running mate
Niger establishes agency to regulate private healthcare facilities
Not a fodder for politics: Oriire abduction and security challenges, By Tunde Rahman
Police dismiss alleged bandit attack threat on Lagos schools
Resident doctors declare industrial dispute, give FG 21-day ultimatum
Federal Government approves payments for 1,240 contractors across ministries and agencies
Government alone cant fund education- Uba Sani
From Marafan to Marafan, By Femi Fani-Kayode
Three days to the World Cup: Meet the only nation with three world titles
Iwobi ready for landmark 100th cap as Nigeria take on Portugal
NASS Roundup: Minority leadership tussle, NILDS DG probe, Security concerns, other stories from House of Reps
Police chief decries high rate of violation of widows rights in Anambra
NASS Roundup: Party primaries, Oyo abduction, other top stories from the Senate
Oyo govt demolishes building linked to abduction of Adelabus sister, sons
Lawyer alleges illegal detention, torture, N180,000 bail extortion by police
Warri Ijaw, Urhobo groups accuse Tinubu of interfering in INEC delineation exercise
Karibi-George wins Miss World Nigeria 2026
NDPC, Meta launch initiative to strengthen data protection in Nigeria
Residents decry shortage of doctors, infrastructure in Taraba hospitals
Court remands businesswoman for alleged human trafficking
Elections 2026: Is Zambias democratic success story beginning to fray
Illegal Dumping: Lagos Waste agency condemns attack on enforcement officers
Tinubu vows to tackle insecurity, secure release of abducted persons
2027: Ebonyi commissioner resigns, rejoins PDP
ANALYSIS: ADC primaries expose fault lines in major opposition party
Iyabo Obasanjo resigns from APC two months after losing governorship ticket
Olympic Day: NOC extends preparations, moves celebration to 4 July
Ghana evacuates 1,000 citizens from South Africa as xenophobic attacks increase
Ex-SSS boss rejects Katsina ADC primaries
Troops arrest suspected terrorist informants in Niger
Africas many tribes, By Uddin Ifeanyi
Otti threatens lawsuit against Abia APC chieftain over alleged plot to destabilise party
Africas many tribes, By Uddin Ifeanyi
Xenophobia: Nigeria reschedules airlifting of citizens from South Africa
Israel, Iran trade strikes, completely shattering ceasefire
Feyenoord sack Robin van Persie despite Champions League qualification
Zverev ends Grand Slam heartbreak with historic French Open triumph over Flavio Cobolli
INTERVIEW: Why I built free cybertools for British organisations Nigerias Abdulsalam
Consortium of Lenders Rejoinder on Nestoil
Super Eagles forward Rafiu Durosinmi celebrates wedding after impressive international break
Africa Prudential, AIICO Insurance, C & I Leasing top stock pick this week
TRIBUTE: The Professor AbdulGaniyu Ambali (1957 2026) I knew
IVLP 2025: Re-imagining Trade, Travels and Transatlantic Insights
EDITORIAL: Pope Leo and the global charge for AI regulation
Reps panel recovers 521.8m VAT from CBN, pursues additional 33bn claims
Police name key suspects, roles in abduction of ex-Minister Adelabus relatives
How abduction of ex-Minister Adelabus relatives was plotted and executed Police
What makes the Yorubas tick (9), By Sunday Adelaja
The church in the hands of angry youths, By Ayo Akerele
Should Jonathan run (away)', By Wole Olaoye
FIFA World Cup 2026: Durable themes in troubled times, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu
Open Letter to President Tinubu on need to respect Rule of Law in delineation of Warri Federal Constituency
Iran attacks Israel for the first time since ceasefire
Adelabus Sisters Abduction: Oyo police chief worried over failure of neighbours to report kidnappers hideout
Panic as Eriksen collapses during Denmark friendly
UBA wins 2026 Banker Technology Award for AI innovation, launches upgraded mobile app
Ekiti Poll: PDP alleges abductions, intimidation of members, fingers government
Zedvance to triple lending after disbursing N120bn to SMEs in 2025
Sunday IgbohosIru EkunasSb, the guinea worm, By Festus Adedayo
Article of Faith: By the stripes of the prophet, By Femi Aribisala
Saraki urges investment in youth sports after Yohannas remarkable rise to the Premier League
Beyond tribe and emotion: Why Nigeria must learn to vote for competence and consequence, By Kayode Adebiyi
FCCPC denies a hand in the reported airtime credit overhaul
Mr President, the enemy is betting Nigeria will come apart; prove them wrong, By Oludare Ogunlana
The politicisation of security: When insecurity becomes an instrument of political contestation, By Akin Olukiran
MOVIE REVIEW: Blood Sisters 2 excels in performance, falters in storytelling
Four days to the World Cup: Meet four nations making their FIFA World Cup debut
University reacts to report of imminent terror attack on campus
Wema Bank suspends engagements on X amid concerns over fraud, impersonation
*PULSE*
Oyo school kidnapping: 'We did NOT demand ₦1 billion or Sharia law' — Abducted Principal Rachael Alamu breaks silence after 24 days in captivity
“I have suffered stereotypes as an Igbo man too” — Peter Obi defends Fulani, says crime has no tribe
'I'm scared of going to school' Mother, three children stage protest in Abuja, demand rescue of abducted pupils
“No one is allowed to demand proof of nationality on the street” — South African president
Zack Orji faces backlash after leading pro-Tinubu rally in Abuja with Nollywood stars
MEXC brings US stocks and global assets to one platform
NDLEA finds 320,000 tramadol capsules hidden in building materials, arrests 75-year-old suspect
New Zealand introduces new six-month work visa for international graduates
Japan city closes nearly 100 schools as bear roams streets for days
FG pushes speedy completion of Abuja–Keffi road project as Umahi commends contractors
How a Reps investigation uncovered ₦521m in unremitted VAT at CBN
Plant a tree, win ₦2.5m: Lagos launches campaign as residents battle rising temperatures
Food safety is not optional, Lagos tells vendors as compliance drive intensifies
'₦110bn for cars and allowances while hospitals have no drugs’ — Nigerians react as court declares National Assembly’s ₦110bn vehicle and allowance scheme unlawful
Ayra Starr performs on NPR Tiny Desk, previews unreleased track from upcoming album Starrgirl
10 Nigerian celebrity besties we can’t stop gushing over
Who was Talay Riley? British-Nigerian songwriter behind hits for Britney Spears and Khalid dies at 35
Nollywood icon Nkem Owoh AKA Osuofia says he never planned to be an actor, shares how fame robbed him of freedom
Why Nollywood star Adunni Ade kept her daughter hidden for two years
National Best Friends Day: 8 friendship red flags you should stop excusing
Bubble Up turns the fresh up with new can range
7 types of best friends everyone has (and why life would be boring without them)
7 dangerous ways anger affects your health, from hypertension to depression
Denmark's team doctor confirms Eriksen's health status after another collapse
Bayern president warns Florentino Perez about Michael Olise
THE NEW MAHREZ? 18-year-old Zadok Yohanna rejects Lamine Yamal, Olise comparisons in viral video
Mourinho to Real Madrid set as Florentino Perez wins elections
*AFRICA*
Activists protests over Nairobi National Park plan - Africanews
As climate shifts, malaria gains ground in southern Africa - Africanews
DR Congo court sentences 54 to death in final verdict on murder of UN experts - Africanews
Ebola outbreak could exceed 20,000 cases, CDC warns - Africanews
South Africa's President Ramaphosa moves to diffuse anti-immigrant tensions in TV address - Africanews
Reimagining African storytelling through video mapping in Burundi - Africanews
Pointe-Noire celebrates African textiles at 13th International Fashion Carousel - Africanews
ENERGY WATCH: Mideast flare-up - Reuter
Stocks bounce back, oil pares gains as Iran and Israel signal a pause - Reuter
Stocks bounce back, oil pares gains as Iran and Israel signal a pause - Reuter
Dollar falls from highs after Iran halts Israel strikes; yen clings to 160/$ - Reuter
WHO's Tedros says Uganda should reconsider Congo border closure over Ebola - Reuter
Egypt inflation seen easing to 14.5% in May, analysts warn of rebound ahead - Reuter
Oil prices pare gains after Iran and Israel say they have halted attacks - Reuter
Kenya police fire tear gas, arrest ex chief justice at national park protest - Reuter
Mauritius has not received US proposal on Chagos Islands - Reuter
Technip Energies wins Mozambique LNG contract for Eni, partners - Reuter
South Africa: Over 1,800 Child R**e Cases Dropped As DNA Labs Fall Behind - allAfrica
Zambia: Elections 2026 - Is Zambia's Democratic Success Story Beginning to Fray? - allAfrica
Zimbabwe: Opposition Activist Acquitted, Freed After 7 Months - allAfrica
Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe Ranked Among Worst Labour Rights Violators, Placed On 'Watch List' - allAfrica
South Africa: Search Continues for Man Swept Off Addo Bridge - South African News Briefs - June 8, 2026 - allAfrica
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's Election Results Will Likely Confirm Status Quo - allAfrica
Nigeria: 360 People Freed from Boko Haram Mountain Hideout - allAfrica
Celebrating a wedding amid the Ebola outbreak: No kisses or close contact, but love lives here - Apnews
Health workers at the epicenter of Congo’s Ebola outbreak labor with little pay or rest - Apnews
The Nigerian army frees 360 abducted people in northeastern Borno state - Apnews
Kenya’s former chief justice David Maraga arrested during park construction protest - Apnews
*SPORT*
39-year-old Giroud pens one-year Lille contract extension - Vanguard
Ballon dOr: I thought I would win it Yamal - Vanguard
Bayern close to sealing Ismael Saibari Deal, With Medical Likely to Take Place in the United States - Softfootball
Brazil Call Up Ederson to Replace Injured Wesley Frana as Neymar Continues Recovery Ahead of World Cup - Softfootball
Chelsea Unveil Star-Studded Blue Gala Event for August - Softfootball
Christian Eriksen Briefly Loses Consciousness but Is Doing Well, Says Denmark Team Doctor After Scare vs Ukraine - Softfootball
Christian Eriksen collapses during Denmark friendly with Ukraine, match abandoned - The Sun
Christian Eriksen doing well after collapsing during friendly - Vanguard
Countdown to 2026 FIFA World Cup: DR Congo return with fearless ambition - Vanguard
Countdown to 2026 FIFA World Cup: Ghana seek to rediscover spirit of 2010 - Vanguard
Denmarks Eriksen doing well after collapsing during friendly - Vanguard
Eriksen suffers second pitch collapse in Denmark friendly against Ukraine - Daily Trust
FIFA Confirms Shakira and Burna Boy for World Cup Opening Ceremony - Softfootball
FIFA Highlights Messis World Cup Record as Sixth Appearance Beckons - Softfootball
FIFA Highlights Modris Historic World Cup Milestone Chase - Softfootball
Florentino Prez wins Real Madrid election with commanding majority - The Sun
Four quarter-final fixtures set for President Federation Cup - The Sun
I have no regrets choosing Nigeria, says Iwobi ahead of 100th cap - Vanguard
Iran arrives for World Cup amid visa dispute with United States - The Sun
Jordan Nwora Elite Basketball Camp Ends in Lagos - The Sun
Lamine Yamal Reflects on 2025 Ballon dOr Loss to Dembl - Softfootball
Liverpools Konate agrees four-year deal to join Real Madrid - Vanguard
Man City, Chelsea locked in compensation talks over Maresca move - Vanguard
My purpose fulfilled, Liverpool hero Origi retires from football at 31 - Vanguard
Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili returns strongly with seasons best at Lone Star Grand Prix - The Sun
NSC sure of at least 20 Commonwealth Games gold medals - Daily Trust
Ogbu ruled out of Portugal friendly, to undergo scan today in Lisbon - The Sun
Omar Berrada Explains Why He Could Not Turn Down Manchester United - Softfootball
Perez re-elected at Real Madrid paving way for Mourinho return - Vanguard
Portugal vs Nigeria date, time, venue and where to watch - Vanguard
PSG Shut Down Real Madrid Links as Vitinha and Joo Neves Declared Untouchable Ahead of 2026/27 Season - Softfootball
Shaibu hails improved standards at Ibom Open - The Sun
Spain Face Peru In Key World Cup Warm-Up Clash - Softfootball
Super Eagles suffer defensive blow as Ogbu misses Portugal clash - The Sun
Super Falcons complete Senegal double with 3-0 win in second friendly - Vanguard
Super Falcons target big win against Senegal - Daily Trust
Super Falcons targets stronger display against Senegal in second friendly - The Sun
UEFA Highlights Special Olympics Impact During UCL Final Week in Budapest - Softfootball
William Osula Commits to Denmark After Senior Debut, Ending Nigerias Pursuit - Softfootball
World Cup: Bellingham not guaranteed a start for England Tuchel - Vanguard
Wrestling: Team Nigeria wins one silver, two bronze in Mongolia - Daily Trust
Wrestling: Team Nigeria wins one silver, two bronze in Mongolia - The Sun
Zverev ends wait for Grand Slam title with French Open triumph - Daily Trust
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