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*NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR SATURDAY 18TH APRIL 2026*


*THE NATION*

BREAKING: Juju icon, Y.K. Ajao dies

Expert urges privatisation of Ajaokuta steel

Mimiko resigns from PDP, fuels APC defection speculation

Ex-AGF Agabi calls for scrapping of immunity clause for govs, president

JUST IN: Nasarawa Gov presents Wadada as preferred successor to Tinubu

Niger Delta stakeholders hail FG on Immigration law compliance

Shettima commissions multibillion-naira projects in Borno, praises Zulum’s performance

TikToker faces N50m lawsuit over viral ‘long-lasting’ bread video

10 countries offering post-study work visas for Nigerians in 2026

‘No ban on airtime borrowing’, FCCPC clarifies position on telecom services

Uzodimma appoints 16 directors to strengthen Renewed Hope Ambassadors' structure

2027: Why I'm seeking Oyo governorship job - Alli

Renewed Hope signage not in our Rivers building, says INEC

Candidates affected by hitches will be rescheduled - JAMB

Amotekun rescues kidnap victim in Ondo forest

INEC concludes second phase of CVR

CBN launches new benchmark rate to boost market transparency

NMDPRA: Aviation fuel sells for N2,800, not N3,300/liter

Barau to students: Back Tinubu’s second term for sustained education reforms

2026: Oyebanji's continuity best option for Ekiti people -- Youth Commissioner

Data commission investigates alleged data breach at CAC

Osun 2026: APC’s Oyebamiji expresses confidence, says victory is certain

Popular journalist Temisan Okomi dies

Niger Govt arrests two foreigners for illegal mining

Our move to Presidency will reduce political interference, says NSIB DG

Tinubu hails ex-IGP Musiliu Smith at 80, lauds integrity, professionalism

Nwifuru approves funds for Ebonyi varsity First Class scholarship recipients

Bring back members who defected to other parties, Wike tells PDP NWC

'How DSS arrested man behind threat to kill students, teachers in Abuja schools - Witness

FG to deploy 25 ambassadors before end of April

FG declares unauthorised use of ‘Ambassador’ title illegal

Atiku, Mark, others are political merchants on a mission to destroy ADC, says Abejide

IMF/World Bank Meetings: Nigerians will reap benefits of FG’s economic reforms - Jimoh Ibrahim

NSCDC uncovers suspected ‘baby factory’ in Badagry


*PUNCH*

Why military commanders are falling on frontlines

INEC ends CVR’s second phase, registers 3.7 million voters

Offa robbery: Saraki faults Kwara gov over fresh charges

Over 25 ambassador-designates cleared by host countries — FG

Uzodimma names Dare, others Renewed Hope directors

Anambra probes workers over lateness after gov’s visit

Benue kidnap victims recount ordeal after police rescue

DSS operative testifies in Abuja school threat trial

UNILORIN SSANU petitions Tinubu over salary delays

Makoko inclusion key to Lagos water city project – Falana

Mixed reactions after Tinubu signs N68.32tn 2026 budget

Petrol prices to crash as Strait of Hormuz reopens

FG releases hotlines to fight school bullying

LP demands reversal of Osun REC redeployment

Makinde, Olubadan feud: Ibadan elders sue for peace, caution senator

NELFUND debunks claims of 15,000 unpaid LAUTECH students, clarifies true figures

Airline operators suspend planned shutdown

EFCC's anti-corruption fight central to Nigeria progress - UNILORIN VC

FG secures $83m to expand off-grid electricity access

Korea, UNICEF unveil immunisation drive in Lagos

Kebbi gov names ex-NCoS boss Jega Amirul Hajj

Niger to establish carbon market office, targets green investment boost

Peter Obi condemns abduction of UTME candidates in Benue

Soldiers intercept ammunition on Kaduna-Jos road, arrest kingpin

FG unveils hotlines, WhatsApp channel to combat school bullying

Uzodimma appoints 16 directors for renewed hope ambassadors

Police reject tribal narrative in extradition of UK murder suspect

NSCDC rescues 15-year-old from trafficking attempt to Libya

IPCR boss seeks adoption of national peace policy

Court adjourns Emefiele's case till May 4 following heated legal arguments

How we arrested man who threatened to kill in Abuja schools - DSS

Tinubu congratulates ex-IG Musiliu Smith at 80


*LEADERSHIP*

ITF, Cement Institute To Train 100,000 Artisans For Construction Sector

Adeniji Bags CIS Fellowship

Soaring Aviation Fuel Prices: Keyamo To Mediate As Marketers, Domestic Airlines Clash

Nigeria Needs $2.3trn In 23 years To Fix Infrastructure Gap – Commission

LCCI Calls For Urgent Action As Inflationary Pressures Resurge

World Bank, AfDB, Others Partner To Work On Job Creation

ITF, Cement Institute To Train 100,000 Artisans For Construction Sector

Adeniji Bags CIS Fellowship

Soaring Aviation Fuel Prices: Keyamo To Mediate As Marketers, Domestic Airlines Clash

Nigeria Needs $2.3trn In 23 years To Fix Infrastructure Gap – Commission

Soaring Aviation Fuel Prices: Keyamo To Mediate As Marketers, Domestic Airlines Clash

Nigeria Needs $2.3trn In 23 years To Fix Infrastructure Gap – Commission

LCCI Calls For Urgent Action As Inflationary Pressures Resurge

World Bank, AfDB, Others Partner To Work On Job Creation

ITF, Cement Institute To Train 100,000 Artisans For Construction Sector

Adeniji Bags CIS Fellowship

Oando-NNPC Joint Venture Fuels 60MW Electricity Plant in Bayelsa

Abiodun Inaugurates Elega–Saje Road, Unveils Ago-Odo–Lafenwa Reconstruction

Applications Open For 2026 MTN Media Innovation Programme

NRS Plans Launch Of New Revenue Administration Platform

CAC Confirms Cyberattack On Its Digital Systems

Oil, Condensate Output Averages 1.546mbpd In March After 1.84mbpd Peak

Dangote Spotlights Refinery, Vision 2030, Others At Nasarawa Trade Fair

$600m Imports: Federal Govt, Private Sector Join Forces To Expand Palm Oil Production

FIFA Agent Drew Uyi To Speak At Football Forum 2026 In Hungary

Forum Faults Foreign Calls For Matawalle’s Removal

‘Operation Safe Corridor’ Neither Amnesty, Nor Sign Of Weakness – CDS

Nigeria Moves To E-Verification Of Academic Certificates

2027: Lawyer Backs Aminu, Seeks Effective Leadership In Adamawa

Akpabio Asks Global Parliaments To Defend Peace, Justice At IPU Assembly

MAFARKI (Dream): A Masterclass In Representation

ActionAid Demands Accountability For N34trn Deductions

137 Bag First Class As LAUTECH Graduates 10,223 Students

An Earthquake Which Redefines Edo Central Political Landscape

Gov Yahaya Flags Off LCDA Secretariat, Commissions 114-Shop Market Complex In Billiri

Groups Reject US Lawmaker’s Call For Matawalle’s Removal

Court Orders UI To Restate 3 Suspended Students

Mother Theresa Goes Home

Former Super Eagles’ Player Ends Football Career To Chase National Assembly Seat

Infantino Confirms Iran Will Feature At 2026 World Cup


*THE SUN*

EPL: Title race over if we lose to Arsenal — Pep Guardiola

2027 election likely to be chaotic, Sam Amadi warns

Opposition status earned through electoral victories, not emergency coalitions –…

‎Keyamo pleads with domestic airlines against shutting operations, increasing fares

Buratai urges stronger, deeper ECOWAS cooperation

Tinubu signs ₦68.32trn 2026 budget into law, extends 2025 implementation to June 30

Ekiti poll: EU dialogue targets misinformation threats

Brig-Gen Braimah was on call with twin when B’Haram hit – Relative

Tension in FCE Eha-Amufu over delayed fire investigation report

FG rallies stakeholders, vows stronger push for climate resilience

Ikeja Electric laments power outage, customers fume

Madumere pledges better representation for Owerri in Senate

2027 election likely to be chaotic, Sam Amadi warns

Opposition status earned through electoral victories, not emergency coalitions – Wike

Nwoko denies fresh Paris Club refund claims, cites multiple EFCC clearances

Tinubu defends inherited economy, says Buhari was ‘my partner’

2027: Amaechi backs Atiku’s right to run, raises age concern

Imo governorship election: Akagburuonye pledges transformative development

Delta: Police arrest five who abducted passengers in February

NCDC condemns abduction of Benue students, demands swift rescue

Crime: Oyo police parade seized weapons, ritual items

Akwa Ibom: Police rescue two victims abducted during land dispute, recover firearm

Oke Afa Bridge caves in, risks imminent collapse

Lagos arraigns 15 miscreants, 14 plead guilty

14 passengers, including JAMB candidates, kidnapped in Benue

‎Keyamo pleads with domestic airlines against shutting operations, increasing fares

MTN, Airtel suspend airtime, data credit services over new lending regulations

No plans for fresh IMF loans to tackle fiscal pressures: Edun

Nigeria ramps up PPP drive to close $2.3 trillion infrastructure gap

Real reasons AI gains are slow: experts

Applications open for 2026 MTN media innovation programme

Fuel marketers deny charging airlines N3,300 for Jet A1

Vincent Kompany’s dad rocks Bayern Munich scarf to Belgian parliament

Ashley Cole begins head coaching career in Italy with Cesena

Messi buys spanish 3rd division club

Court grants Blord bail amid ongoing clash with VeryDarkMan

Singer Rema opens up on being drugged by women

Omawumi: Love has always been transactional

Stubborn is anthem of resilience, determination and self-belief –Eleegal, Europe-based Nigerian singer

Adebayo, Michael, Etiko emerge Bitters’ ambassadors

Beauty meets beats: BeautybyTejj, Mavin Records partner on Master Your Face

Creative writing gives me fulfillment – 78-year-old Atimomo


*VANGUARD*

Israel hasn’t yet finished the job against Hezbollah – Netanyahu

It’s a privilege, Arteta says ahead of Man City showdown

I learn a lot, enjoy watching Arsenal play — Guardiola

NMDPRA assures airliners of 74-day aviation fuel sufficiency

Polish stadium cancels Kanye West concert

15 migrants expelled from US arrive in DR Congo

Middle East health systems near collapse as WHO raises alarm

Only free, fair elections ‘ll end corruption, insecurity in Nigeria – Ex-AGF Agabi

INEC wraps up CVR phase II with 3.7m registrations, begins verification

Environmental violations: LAWMA nabs 65, man, 15, teenager, others, seals properties

Trump says Iran agrees to ‘never’ close Hormuz strait again

Obi condemns abduction of UTME candidates in Benue, faults leadership

JAMB to release UTME 2026 day 1 results today

More than 38,000 women, girls killed in Gaza war by end of 2025 – UN

Ayra Starr announces release date for third studio album ‘Starr Girl’

Delta North 2027: No room for olden days politics – Sen Nwoko

Saraki denies link to Offa robbery, accuses Kwara governor of political persecution

‘Stay away’ – Trump rejects NATO offer to help with Hormuz

We won’t accept govt policies, decisions made by Otti in Nvosi – APC

Caicedo to remain at Chelsea until 2033 after contract extension

Mugabe’s son pleads guilty to lesser charges in Johannesburg shooting case


*THISDAY*

DSS Tells Court How Suspect Behind Threats to Kill Abuja Students, Teachers Was Arrested

Emefiele: Defence Seeks Exclusion of Omoiles Statement, Alleges Coercion, Breach of Procedure

Ondo Mourns As Oguntimehin, Traditional Prime Minister, Ex-ICAN President, Dies at 91

Groups Reject US Lawmakers Call, Defend Matawalles Role in Insecurity Fight

FG Cracks Down on Fake Ambassadors, Criminalises Unauthorised Use of Diplomatic Titles

Abiodun, Osoba Presents Sen Adeola, Ogun APC Consensus Guber Candidate, to Tinubu

Tinubu Signs N68.32trn 2026 Appropriation Bill into Law

Seasonal Care Tips for Robotic Lawn Mowers

UBEC Returns 700,000 Out-of-School Children to Classrooms, Distributes 15m Learning Kits Nationwide

Journalists Demand Urgent Legislation to Address Injustice Against Abuja Indigenous Communities

Minister: Discipline, Accountability, Respect for Human Rights Must Remain Cornerstone of Policing

Keyamo Appeals to Airlines for Restraint over Planned Price Hike, Suspension of Operations, Promises FG Will Address High Cost of Aviation Fuel

EU Backs Autonomy Plan for Sahara Under Moroccan Sovereignty

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Osun APC Slams Lawmaker Salam,FaultsCriticism of Tinubu, Oyebamiji, Oke

Ajaero Wins Award on Labour Activism

Dangote Spotlights Refinery, Vision 2030at Nasarawa Trade Fair

Ijaw Nation Endorses Tinubu, Oborevwori for Second Terms

Lawyer: INEC Not MonitoringConventions Could Have Consequences

FCCPCs Airtime Borrowing Ban Puts the Squeeze on Poor Nigerians

Six Nabbed as Police Avert Planned Bomb Attacks in Ondo

Why More Nigerians Are Choosing Healthy Living in 2026

Blue Economy Ministry Forges Strategic Partnership with World Bank to Accelerate Nigerias Blue Agenda

AP: Security Forces on High Alert over Planned Attacks on Key Public Facilities

Oando JV Provides Critical Gas Supply to Power Bayelsas New 60MW IPP

Akpabio Urges Global Shift from War to Development, Calls for Stronger UN Roles

Oyetola Inaugurates NIMASAUNILAG Institute of Maritime Studies Building

Nigeria, Other G24 Nations Discuss Rising Debt Vulnerabilities, Improving Resolution Frameworks

N34trn Revenue Hole Sparks Outrage as ActionAid Demands Forensic Probe of Nigerias Finances

Facing Jet Fuel Crunch, Europe Sees Record Inflows from Nigeria, US

IOCs Exit: NAPE Tasks Local Oil Firms to Explore Nigeria-Sao Tome Basin to Boost Reserves

Odua Investment, Elektron Energy Partner to Deliver 50MW Ogba IPP, Advance Reliable Power for Industrial Hub in South-west

THE NORTH AND TINUBUS RE-ELECTION

2027: THE CHANCES OF THE OPPOSITION

Dr. Lola Olukuewu: On a Mission to Future-proof Africa through Tech

The Annual Exposure of Mike Adenuga

BIRD STRIKES AND THE HUDSON MIRACLE

Ajah Chieftaincy Tussle Deepens as Family Accuses Akiolu of Forgery, Unlawful Detention

TWO MEN, ONE TICKET, ZERO AGREEMENT

Echoes of a Presidential Visit to Bayelsa

With Love to Waziri

Ekiti 2026: Media Experts Advocate Issue-Based Campaign Coverage, Spotlight AI As Accountability Tool

DOAM Foundation Hosts 15th Charity Golf Tourney, Targets Greater Impact

Ecobank Announces Fifth Edition of Adire Lagos Experience

Mary Onyali Tasks Youths to Balance Sports with Education

2027: Kenny Kunma Wins Three Opinion Polls, Favoured forOkitipupa/Irele Federal Constituency

2027: Kogi State Solidly Behind President Tinubu Minister Audu

New Town Record Label signee Debra Can set to drop Happy April 17

Nigeria Intensify Efforts to Deepen Monetary Cooperation, Financial Integration across Africa

AmidUncertainty, Nigerian BreweriesForeseesStrongGrowth in 2026

Olateru: Industry Expertise, Management Skills Sustain Aviation Business

Lekki Port, Chinese Consulate to Deepen Capacity Development through China Training

Nigeria Courts Private Capital to Close $2.3tn Infrastructure Gap

Keyamo Calls for Aircraft Maintenance Hubs in Africa to Stop Capital Flight

Cryptware Systems Launches First-ever SMEs NRS e-Invoicing Mobile App

Akanu Ibiam International Airport Gains Aerodrome Certification for 2026

GMAP: SystematicallyGrooming Africas Next Generation of Young Talents

SAHCO Takes Operations to Ogun Airport, Gets Government Backing

Solvency through Strategy: Repositioning Smart Metering in Nigerias Power Industry

TOS Group CEO Named Associate in 2026 Tutu Fellowship Cohort


*DAILY TRUST*

Abducted candidates: Police arrest driver as Benue Links Disowns Trip

Drowning Politician, Saraki blasts Kwara gov over Offa Robbery Case

I can fix Nigeria, says Amaechi

Jimoh Ibrahim: No Reversal of Economic Reforms Under Tinubu

Lagos: NSCDC Busts Baby Factory, Rescues 28 Victims

With love to Waziri

Thats football, says Saudi coach sacked 2 months to World Cup

PHOTOS: Nasarawa Gov takes Preferred Successor to Tinubu

Nigeria to deploy 25 ambassadors after host countries approval

Lagos coastal highway: Youth group seeks lasting solution to Winhomes dispute

NITDA, CAC activate cybersecurity measures amid system concerns

2027: Kannywood Artists converge on Kano for Tinubu, Gov. Yusuf

PHOTOS: Kwankwaso hosts Atiku

Kwankwasiyya to Atiku: Only Obi, Kwankwaso enjoy organic support

Tinubu to critics: Well give eyeglasses to those who cant see our achievements

Army arrests 14 suspected oil thieves in Lagos

Olisa Metuh appointed Director of Pro-Tinubu campaign

Benue Attack: 5 passengers rescued, 13 still in captivity Police

PHOTOS: Tinubus son bags Masters from UK varsity

Oil drops to $86 after Strait of Hormuz reopening

Airtel suspends airtime, data credit services over FCCPC rules

Mark-led ADC convention a nullity Nafiu Bala

BLord granted N20m bail in impersonation dispute with VeryDarkMan

DSS: How we arrested man who threatened to kill students, teachers in Abuja

BREAKING: Iran reopens Hormuz Strait after Israel-Lebanon truce

Viral Video: Delta Police Begin Trial of Two Officers Over Alleged Extortion

Police arrest 23 cultists, recover arms in Lagos

Trump administration cut off funding of Catholic Charities

PCN Seals 598 Pharmacies, Medicine Shops in Kaduna

Gumi Curses Abductors of UNIJOS graduate

Two Killed in Explosion at Plateau filling station

Tinubu assents to 2026 budget, extends implementation of 2025 budget

Amaechi: How Jonathan, wife forced me out of PDP

Two sentenced to death for kidnapping CMDs mother in Bayelsa

Jet fuel crisis: Shelve planned shutdown, FG begs airlines

Gunmen abduct passengers in Kogi

INEC Shifts Osun Governorship Election, Adjusts Campaign Timeline

Fact Check: Claim That Isa Ali Pantami Was Sighted With Thugs on Political Visit Is False

My record remains clear, documented, Atiku replies Tinubu

Only ADC has final say on 2027 presidential candidate Abdullahi

APC stalwarts join NDC in Bayelsa

Plateau: Mutfwang meets ex-govs amid rising insecurity

Media Trust chairman bags Christopher Kolade leadership award

Court strikes out ex-Kano deputy govs suit seeking to stop impeachment

Taraba guber aspirant declines accepting form from supporters

Kaduna youths cautioned on hate speech against political opponents

Rivers govt shuts school over toddlers death

FG seeks stronger state collaboration to tackle illiteracy

FG moves to end abandoned, duplicate projects in development commissions

Late Brig.-Gen. Braimahs children get govt scholarship

Barau to expand foreign scholarship scheme for Kano youths

Sokoto approves N532m centre to tackle out-of-school crisis

Court jails man for attacking NDLEA operatives

Navy disrupts oil theft, recovers 1.2m litres in Rivers

Court remands father over alleged defilement of daughter

Customs intercepts smuggled goods worth N98.3m in Adamawa, Taraba

Man docked for allegedly stealing food items

The cosmetic nature of Nigerias political landscape

Conversion of Wuye Hospital land for housing estate (I)


*NEW TELEGRAPH*

NGX Expands Trading Window To 4:00 P.M

Abbas, Gbajabiamila, Others Pay Tributes To Late Aide, Chamberlain

Kalu Meets EU Parliament’s Vice President, Seeks Stronger Ties

Uzodinma Appoints Ex-PDP Spokesman, Metuh, Others RHA Directors

Osun Guber: APC Rep Aspirant Donates 8 Campaign buses To Support...

NGX Expands Trading Window To 4:00 P.M

IFC Backs Nigeria’s Off-Grid Push With $83m

CBN, Financial Market Dealers Launch NOFR As New Money Market Benchmark

Nigeria Deepens Ties With UK On Development Financing 

ERHA Deepwater Project Generates Over $70bn In Value – ExxonMobil MD

Kidnapped Edo Security Escapes, Rescues Two Others

Illegal Drugs Distribution: PCN Seals 598 Pharmacies, Others In Kaduna

Troops Intercept Arms, IED Components On Kaduna-Jos Highway, Arrest Suspects

15 Miscreants Arraigned, 14 Convicted In Lagos

Sports Tool For Instilling Discipline, Resilience In Youth – Obasa

Asuquo Leads 400m On Day 3 Of MTN CHAMPS Grand Final

Osimhen Pushes For Starting Role In Galatasaray Return Clash

Ogba Hails Verdict, Fasuba Warns Against Premature Conclusion

Captain Silva To Leave Man City At End Of Season


*BLUE PRINT*

Nigeria: CBN, FMDA adopt NOFR in money market operations

Middle East tensions: Iran seeking permanent end to wars, not temporary ceasefire DeputyForeign Minister

Nigeria rules out IMF bailout as reforms gain ground

NDLEA secures 974 convictions in 3 months, 11 drug kingpins get 254 years

ADC crisis worsens as Nafiu, Abejide say our suspension laughable

2027: North-west APC vows to deliver highest votes for Tinubu, party

Yobe people want change Guber aspirant

Maritime University will boost Nigerias economy Don

Police rescue 1, arrest 7 as gunmen attack bus in Kogi

Anchor Borrowers: Reps probe firms over insurance cover for N1.12trn funding

Army foils major oil theft ring near Dangote refinery, arrests 14

2027: Uzodinma releases names of 16 RHA directors for organizational efficiency

An assessment of IMPACT Project in Kano

Killing of Army Generals: Group urges FG to establish parallel asymmetric armed forces

Opposition status earned through electoral victories, not by emergency coalition Wike

Nigerias role in deepening West African democracy

2027: Bolarinwa declares for Kwara governorship, pledges to lead state to next phase of development

Minister seeks increased funding to lift 100mNigeriansout of poverty

Caicedo signs new Chelsea deal

Olayinka: Tinubus son completes masters degree in UK

OLEF 2026 positioned Nigeria for competitive, innovation-driven energy growth Nwaochei

Nigeria strengthens push to host AU Monetary Institute

Investors hail Akinola Israels real estate expertise

WAANSA takes campaign for peace in Sahel region to Vienna

Capital Market Day: Insurance firm outlines strategic vision for market leadership

Assessing NOAs value re-orientation among youths

Niger to establish carbon market office

Happening now: Global oil price plunges amidst reopened Strait of Hormuz

At IITA, Ibadan: Constance and Sons unveils Africas largest art exhibition

Guinea lifts social media restrictions

Breaking: Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz for oil tankers

Shooting case: Mugabes son pleads guilty

Saudi Arabia sack Renard 2 months to 2026 World Cup

NWFL: Naija Ratels, Pacesetter Queens relegated

8 die as helicopter crashes

Intensify prayers for Nigerias peace, prosperity, Buni urges imams

Spouses and money matters: How mothers save for family, childrens future

2027: Why Adamawa needs a technocrat in Galadimas mould as governor Balarabe Ahmad

Akwa Ibom FA stages Arise Queens Cup draw April 18 in Uyo

Best Talent FC: Defending champions set for Redemption City football tourney

TheUnforgettable Heroine, Funmilayo Ransome-Kuti

How Fintechs lifts payment burdens off Nigerians

Court fixes April 23, for EFCC, ex-power minister to adopt final address in alleged fraud case

2026 UTME: Candidates affected by system glitches will retake exams at rescheduled date JAMB

Bravery: Kidnapped Edo operative disarms abductors, recovers AK-47 rifle

Tinubu assents to 2026 appropriation bill, 2025 budget extension

Ebonyi 2027: Afikpo youth reject politicians seeking re-election amidst poor performance

A generation trapped between certificates, closed doors and broken promises

What Edo taught me about Nigeria

Why university students behave differently away from home

NYSC in an age of misinformation and disinformation

Kebbi 2027: Governor Idriss road to victory

First Lady to inaugurate innovation, investment initiative in Kano

Breaking: Tinubu signs 2026 appropriation, 2025 budget extension bills into law

2027: NYA, ADP team up, move to produce youth president

Ned Nwoko clarifies outstanding consultancy fees

What Maritime University will do to Nigerias economy Don

Why Im gifting N20, 000 monthly to police, military trust funds

Dangote moves to sell 10% stake in $20bn refinery


*GUARDIAN*

FG’s YEIDEP disowns N500,000 grant flyer, warns public of fraud

In case of sexual assault: what to do and where to get help in Nigeria

Rapper Tyga shares VIP member status on 1win

2027: Uzodimma sets Up 16-Director team for Renewed Hope campaign

FCCPC denies banning airtime borrowing, data advance services

FG hands over 200 housing units to Kwara Government

CBN introduces overnight financing rate to deepen money market

Farounbi, Akintola, others call for restructuring to tackle insecurity, challenges

Nigeria should consider candidates below 70 years for president- Amaechi

Your battle is against suffering Nigerians’, ADC replies Tinubu

Bauchi governorship aspirant, supporters pledge to defect with Bala Muhammad

3.7m Nigerians register as INEC closes CVR phase II

BUK gets new solar hybrid system after N5bn project collapse

Tanker explosion kills two welders, injures three in Plateau filling station

Offa bank robbery: AbdulRazaq desperate to silence me -Saraki alleges

Niger arrests two foreign nationals over illegal mining.

Grassroots group mobilises support for Hamzat’s 2027 Lagos governorship bid

CYMS seeks Tinubu’s intervention in Winhomes, diaspora investors’ dispute

Two more abducted JAMB candidates escape kidnappers’ den in Benue

Nigeria’s 2.2 million unvaccinated children are ‘real lives at risk’, UNICEF warns


*THE AUTHORITY*

Troops arrest suspects, recover motorcycles in Kogi security operation

Troops arrest suspects, recover motorcycles in Kogi security operation

Uzodimma appoints 16 directors to strengthen Renewed Hope Ambassadors

NAIC provided only 12% cover in N1.12trn anchor borrowers scheme- Reps

Insecurity: Coalition backs U.S Congresswoman, demands Matawalle’s sack

Court begins trial of man nabbed by DSS for planning to attack...

Paris Club refund:Ned Nwoko clarifies outstanding consultancy fees

Make necessary sacrifice to move PDP forward, Wike charges NWC members

2027: Nasarawa governor Sule endorses Wadada as preferred successor  

Ohanaeze Progressive Council Disowns Statement Against Former Governors’ Endorsement...

Troops arrest suspects, recover motorcycles in Kogi security operation

Make necessary sacrifice to move PDP forward, Wike charges NWC members

Uzodimma appoints 16 directors to strengthen Renewed Hope Ambassadors

NAIC provided only 12% cover in N1.12trn anchor borrowers scheme- Reps

2027: Gov. Bago deserves another term to complete his reform agenda


*SAHARA REPORTER*

EXCLUSIVE: FCE Enugu Fire Report Delayed Weeks After Deadline As Staff Allege Arson To Cover Up Corruption

BREAKING: Taraba Court Grants N10Million Bail To Activist Abdulmumin Imam With Stringent Conditions

BREAKING: Abuja Court Grants Bail To Crypto Entrepreneur Blord, Orders Surrender Of Passport

BREAKING: Nigerian Police Invite Activist Israel Joe To Abuja After Condemning Delta Command Mass Raid, Illegal Arrests By Adejobi's Men

How Nigerian Security Agencies Contend With 'Shadow Intelligence Network' Linked To Airline Suspensions, Others

BREAKING: Bandits Launch Attacks On Kwara Communities, Abduct School Proprietor, Mother Of Bride-to-Be, Others

Just Let It Go: UNILAG Student Tells Lagos Court How HOD Allegedly Dismissed Rape Accusation Against Lecturer

BREAKING: 2027 Will Be My Final Shot At Presidency, Atiku Declares

BREAKING: Identities Of Nine Residents Killed In Fresh Benue Attack Revealed As Community Buries Victims

BREAKING: B-Lord's Bail Application In Limbo As Abuja Judge Becomes 'Unreachable' After Police Withdraw Opposition

EXCLUSIVE: Nigerian Military Plans Secret Staggered Hearings For Alleged Coup Plotters, Denies Lawyers Of Choice, Shuts Out Families

BREAKING: Tension In Plateau Government Hospital Over Terrorists' Plot To Abduct Doctors, Other Workers

EXCLUSIVE: Kwara Renewed Hope Coordinator Alakawa Under Fire For Turning Lower Niger River Basin Office Into Political Meeting Ground

BREAKING: David Mark's ADC Faction Expels Nafiu Bala, Abejide, Others Over Anti-Party Activities At Abuja Convention

UPDATE: El-Rufai Granted N200Million Bail By Federal High Court, Barred From Media Interviews As Kaduna Court Adjourns Bail Hearing

BREAKING: Police Investigate Ondo Finance Commissioner For Attempted Murder; Gov Aiyedatiwa Accused Of Blocking Probe


*PREMIUM TIMES*

12 Years After, Chibok Girls at AUN Remember Sisters in Captivity

He makes my life easy: Rudoni hails Onyekas impact as Coventry close in on Premier League return

NSF: Mixed Martial Arts to debut as compulsory event in Enugu 2026

Why men arent wired to be committed to one partner Akon

Offa Bank Robbery: Saraki denies fresh charges, alleges political plot

Jet fuel accounts for 40% of our operating cost air operators

Tinubu signs N68 trillion 2026 budget into law

Urgent intervention needed to stabilise prices, prevent disruption of flight operations AON insists

Two-year-old pupil killed by falling bookshelf

Nigerian government graduates 744 ex-insurgents under deradicalisation programme

Australian firm gets six lithium mining licences in Nigeria

Devtraco courts Nigerias elite with private Abuja investor event

Hospital malnutrition worsening due to delayed care Experts

Nigerian police extradite fugitive to UK over alleged murder, drug trafficking charges

Ahead 2027, Jigawa Assembly passes vote of confidence on Tinubu, Namadi

What governors, other politicians told Tinubu at Renewed Hope Ambassadors meeting

Blord granted bail Sowore

Police rescue one, arrest seven over Kogi highway abduction

UPDATED: Dont increase airfare or suspend operations, Nigerian govt begs airlines

Buying eye drugs without prescription risky, optometrist warns

Family member cries out over abducted JAMB candidates in Benue

Mutfwang seeks unity, forgiveness amid Plateau killings

FirstBank partners Ekiti govt on launch of innovation enterprise support fund

UTME 2026: JAMB reacts to Ibadan hijab incident, blames overzealous ad-hoc staff

Limb Loss Awareness: Why Nigeria must move beyond kindness to real inclusion Eva Chukwunelo

Bandits attack Kwara communities, abduct residents

Dont increase airfare or suspend operations, Nigerian govt begs airlines

Tinubu is unravelling the nation, By Jibrin Ibrahim

OPM pastor suspends marriage plans for autistic daughter after 1,000 suitors apply

With love to Waziri, By Femi Fani-Kayode

Copa del Rey: StarTimes hosts free Lagos watch party as Lookman eyes first title


*PULSE*

‘I took over from myself’: Tinubu’s claim that he and Buhari are ‘one’ sparks heated reactions online

This is why MTN has suspended airtime and data borrowing for its customers

Trump: Iran has agreed to have no nuclear weapons as both nations edge closer to a peace deal

Ex Humanitarian Minister, others wanted for alleged ₦746.6 million fraud

‘It has been my honour to solve 9 wars, and this will be my 10th’: Trump announces 10-day Israel-Lebanon ceasefire

Kanye West and his wife endorse Ikorodu Bois’ remake of the rapper’s new music video

American singer D4vd arrested on suspicion of murder after remains of missing 14-year-old found in his car

London-based Afrobeats artist Sucrepapito strengthens his cultural impact with new single 'Homebase'

33 Export Lager Beer lauches new look at epic 33 Connect Party in Benin City

Why World Athletics denied Favour Ofili’s request to switch allegiance from Nigeria to Turkey

JAMB to release Thursday’s UTME 2026 results today

UK government prepares to deport Nigerians pretending to be Gays to claim Asylum

700 Repentant Boko Haram Members: Lawyer drags federal government to court over reintegration policy

NDIC permanently down shuts down 89 banks in Nigeria - See the full list of affected insitutions

Blaqbonez releases new version of ‘ACL’ after Odumodublvck allegedly acquired ownership of the original

Cracked pills and spelling errors: 5 red flags that your medication might be fake

‘We're not ruling any player out, not even Victor’ — Boniface offered hope by Werder Bremen boss

Best striker - Ex-Man Utd star urges The Red Devils to sign Victor Osimhen

‘Football is not always fair’ — Barcelona star laments loss to Lookman’s Atletico Madrid

Chelsea co-owner signals change in strategy after recent comments from Enzo and Cucurella


*AFRICA*

Congo's Sassou-N'Guesso sworn in to fifth presidential term - Africanews

1,100 Kenyan workers face lay off as Meta ends contract with Sama - Africanews

Pope urges young Cameroonians to resist temptation of corruption - Africanews

Gabon's former prime minister in pre-trial detention following arrest - Africanews

Kenya's societal changes see rise of professional mourners - Africanews

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: civilians return to ruined towns in southern Lebanon - Africanews

Deportees arrive in Kinshasa from U.S. under Trump agreement - Africanews

Middle East crisis tests African economies [Business Africa] - Africanews

Centuries-old Gabonese animist tradition to protect the coastline - Africanews

Exclusive: Kenya requests emergency World Bank funds to cushion Iran war shocks - Reuter

Pope Leo, in Cameroon, decries 'handful of tyrants' ravaging the world - Reuter

Congo Republic signals privately it requested new IMF loan, sources say - Reuter

Tunisian comedian Abdelli sentenced in absentia, says ruling targets free speech - Reuter

First deportees from US arrive in Congo capital, sources say - Reuter

Nigeria urges airlines to hold off flight suspensions over jet fuel price spike - Reuter

South Africa's Eskom announces three-year wage deal with 7% annual increase - Reuter

Angola in talks for AfDB budget support, but oil shields worst of war fallout - Reuter

South Africa: Mugabe Attempted Murder Case Resumes - South African News Briefs - April 17, 2026 - allAfrica

Kenya: President Ruto Signs Tax Relief Law Reducing Fuel VAT By Half for Three Months - allAfrica

Nigeria: 'I Was a Rubber Stamp, Not Decision Maker,' Diezani Tells UK Court - allAfrica

Cameroon: Pope Leo Excoriates 'Tyrants' Waging War Instead of Peace - allAfrica

Nigeria: Ijaw Leaders Endorse Tinubu, Oborevwori - allAfrica

Liberia: 'I'm Not in the Legislature' - Boakai Distances Himself From Kolubah Expulsion - allAfrica

Malawi: Company Sold Stolen and Expired Insulin to Malawi's Hospitals - allAfrica

Pope urges Africa’s youth to resist dual temptations of migration and corruption in Cameroon - Apnews

Gunmen in Nigeria attack a passenger bus and abduct students - Apnews

A country-by-country glance at Pope Leo XIV’s trip to Africa - Apnews

About 15 Latin American deportees from the US arrive in Congo - Apnews


*SPORT*

2025AFCON:Super Eagles get prize money - Blueprint

Adegoke, Ezeakor share 100m title as Omokwe shines in Ibadan - The Sun

AFN welcomes Ofili back after WA blocks switch - The Sun

AFN Welcomes Ofili Back to Fold After World Athletics Rejects Her Switch to Trkiye - Thisday

Arsenal Suffer Saka Blow Ahead of Crucial Man City Title Clash - Softfootball

Asuquo Leads 400m Charge on Day 3 of MTN CHAMPS Grand Final - Thisday

Behdad Eghbali Backs Rosenior and Defends Chelsea Project - Softfootball

Best XI not going to the 2026 FIFA World Cup - Vanguard

Bournemouth Agree Deal to Appoint Marco Rose as New Head Coach - Softfootball

Breaking Tragedy as Former Arsenal and Juventus Keeper Manninger Dies at 48 - Softfootball

Brentford Eye Crucial Win Over Fulham in Tight Premier League Battle - Softfootball

Caicedo to remain at Chelsea until 2033 after contract extension - Vanguard

Camavinga Apologises After Red Card as Real Madrid Crash Out of Europe - Softfootball

Chelsea Must Take Advantage Kombo Fires Warning Before United Game - Softfootball

David Alaba Set to Leave Real Madrid as Free Agent - Softfootball

Day dignitaries shut down Warri as Amaju Pinnick gave away daughter in marriage - Vanguard

Djokovic pulls out of Madrid Open - Vanguard

Edun Summons NBF Board for Emergency Meeting in Abuja - Thisday

Eno at the wheel of Akwa Ibom sports revolution Commissioner - Blueprint

EPL: If Man City lose its over, says Guardiola ahead of Arsenal title showdown - Vanguard

For Ikorodu Citys Arumala, Golden Boot Race Not Priority - Thisday

Foundation targets USA scholarships for Nigerian tennis players - Daily Trust

Gala coach faces Osimhen dilemma ahead of Genclerbirligi clash - The Sun

Golden Boot race not priority Arumala - The Sun

I learn a lot, enjoy watching Arsenal play Guardiola - Vanguard

Idris Elba stuns DStv, GOtv viewers with FIFA World Cup message - The Sun

If We Lose, Its Over Guardiola Reacts to Arsenal Slip in Title Race - Softfootball

Its a privilege, Arteta says ahead of Man City showdown - Vanguard

Judgement day for Man City and Arsenal in title showdown - Vanguard

lvaro Arbeloa Speaks on Future After Real Madrid Frustrations Grow - Softfootball

Masai Ujiris Zaria Group, Kenya Railways Corporation sign deal - The Sun

Mbapp Calls for Change After Real Madrid Crash Out to Bayern - Softfootball

Messi buys spanish 3rd division club - The Sun

Newcastle Under Pressure as Bournemouth Arrive in Red Hot Form - Softfootball

Nigeria set for 2026 FIBA Womens World Cup Draw - The Sun

NIS admits 232 students as Shaibu preaches discipline - Blueprint

NSC operating as ponzi structure -Ndubuoke - The Sun

NWFL suspends 2-players over post-match violence - Blueprint

Ofili: Ogba backs ruling, warns against cash-driven switches - Daily Trust

Ola Ainas Nottingham Forest Through to Sfinal - Thisday

Pressure Mounts on Chelsea and United Ahead of Crucial Premier League Showdown - Softfootball

Renard sacked as Saudi Arabia coach ahead of World Cup - Vanguard

Reps aspirant, Aliyu Lawal Cairo, to empower Zaria youths with football programmes - Daily Trust

Ruben Dias Ruled Out of Arsenal Clash in Major City Blow - Softfootball

Saudi Arabia Part Ways With Herv Renard Weeks Before World Cup - Softfootball

Saudi Arabia Turn to Donis After Renard Exit Ahead of World Cup - Softfootball

Saudi wealth fund sells football club Al-Hilal - Vanguard

Seasonal Care Tips for Robotic Lawn Mowers - Thisday

Shaibu tasks NIS students on discipline, as 200 matriculate - The Sun

Spirit matters more than tactics De Zerbi in Tottenham crisis - Softfootball

Spurs vs Brighton Clash as Relegation Pressure Meets European Push - Softfootball

Stanbic IBTC Pensions Wins again at UBA Pensions Sports Tournament - Thisday

StarTimes hosts free Copa del Rey final watch party in Lagos - The Sun

UEL: Aston Villa, Forest set up all-English showdown in semi-finals - Vanguard

Werder Bremen assures Boniface of return opportunity ahead of crucial derby - Vanguard

Were Not Far Away Liam Rosenior Urges Chelsea Focus Ahead of United Clash - Softfootball

Wojciech Szczsny Admits Short-Term Barcelona Role Amid UEFA Complaint - Softfootball

World Cup fans to pay $150 for NY stadium train ticket - Vanguard








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