*NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR FRIDAY 13TH AUGUST 2021* *PUNCH* Osun hunters tackle Amotekun over alleged N29m lockdown debt US Congress embargo on arms sale to Nigeria Warri-Itakpe train crushes mother mother, daughter Lukaku now Chelsea's highest earner -Report Nigeria among highest IDA borrowers, says World Bank Celtic stroll into Europa League play-offs FG hikes vehicle number plate, driving licence rates by 50% Why deputies fall out with govs Benue deputy gov African clubs retain away goals after Europe scraps rule Suspected bank hacker, BDC operators nabbed over N1.868bn scam Bank CEOs threaten forex fraudsters with arrest, prosecution Randy Edo tricyclist arrested for robbing, raping undergraduate Jigawa Golden Stars sack chief coach, assistants Disco worker jailed six months for illegal disconnection in Kogi Like Boko Haram, religionists cant need ABC PENGASSAN laments neglect of East-West Road, members kidnap Olympic 100m champion Jacobs out of action until 2022 Indonesias dirty slap on Nigerias honour Children are multi-skilled, allow them explore Commissioner Insecurity, kidnapping, attacks plaguing data collection, says NBS Why we invest N370m in scholarship for gifted students NTIC LASUBEB tells teachers to show love to learners Pro-Osinbajo group writes Lawan, others, seeks support for VP Every child can excel if supported, says Bridge academy Buhari must choose between South-West self-determination or regional govt Gani Adams BBNaija S6: Team Premium wins N1.5m in Supersport artwork task COVID-19 free rise: States defend community testing stoppage, experts warn of disaster Bandits collected N11m, killed firms engineer in Kaduna Source 21-year-old Cross River electrician arrested with AK-47, GMPG ammunition Were working on Igboho, FG should contain herdsmens menace YCE Buhari, NLC, Tinubu, others mourn Fawehinmi sons death Diplomats assault: Nigeria-Indonesian relations intact, envoy insists MAN, LCCI warn as FG tolls Lagos-Ibadan, Abuja-Lokoja, Enugu-PHarcourt roads, others Man in court for allegedly defrauding foreign varsity admission seekers Nigerian mission in London shut after two officials contract COVID-19 Residents panic as suspected land grabbers, thugs invade Lagos estate Miracle Money: Youtuber regains freedom DSS withholds El-Zakzaky, wifes passports, stops foreign treatment Train kills mother, daughter in Delta Rumblings in APC, PDP as major blocs battle for party control Enugu APC bigwigs dividing, intimidating foundation members Spokesman Court jails mechanic six-month for stealing spare parts in Jos Secondus blames APC for Nigerians humiliation abroad Osun Assembly passes anti-open grazing bill, bans minor from grazing FG, states, LGs suffer N329.6bn shortfall in five months Nigeria receives first shipment of J&J vaccine Appeal Court dismisses Evans suit against police over seized trucks Three arrested for breaking into, looting Ogun warehouse Hi-Impact reschedules park activities as fire guts studio Lagos, Kano shut 20 pharmacies, patent medicine stores, private clinic Gunmen assassinate Zamfara ex-councillor Job creation critical to discouraging irregular migration LCCI Missing Ogun clerics corpse found in car, police say he was hypertensive *VANGUARD* FG reopens Eko Bridge, begins repair of airport flyover Osun APC crisis deepens as faction alleges attack on leaders International Youth Day: The Elevation Church demands enabling environment for innovation 2023: Osinbajo perfect replacement for Buhari, Group lobbies Govs, NASS FG begins 4th MSMEs survey ' NBS IBB did not victimize Vatsa during military trial ' Gen. Akilu Former PDP guber aspirant, Maduka unveiled as Accord candidate in Anambra An encounter with a doctor: It's your life 2023 Igbo Presidency: Adeseye propagating falsehood against Ndigbo ' Ohanaeze One dies, 17 injured in Abeokuta-Ibadan highway accident Playing Lionel Messi with diplomacy Enugu APC LG chairmen endorse state chairman's impeachment Ebonyi 2023: Indigenes reject zoning, campaign for competence, credibility Gezawa, BUK's 'Brain on a Wheelchair,' one year after Lagos Assembly clarifies approval of $53.9m LCC loan conversion Train crushes mother, daughter to death in Delta Delta variant: We're not in the level of threat yet to consider lockdown ' Health Minister Police arrest 3 men for alleged looting of company warehouse in Ogun LEAKED AUDIO: Abba Kyari should be handed over to FBI ' CNG Buni: APC asks Judiciary to punish PDP's abuse of court processes Hunters pull out of Osun Amotekun over N29m scandal Buhari meets Tinubu in London CP Alhassan goes hard on criminals in C'River, arrests suspect within 24 hrs EFCC probe: I have nothing to hide, Dickson tells Bayelsa LGA chairmen IPOB Sit-at-Home Counter Order: We have no intention of usurping IPOB's powers, Kanu's family apologises Nigeria High Commission in London shutdown operations after officials test positive for COVID-19 DG hails NYSC Ondo, commissions ultra modern clinic, SAED centre at Ikare-Akoko How my 3 children escaped kidnappers' den ' Village Head Train crushes woman, daughter in Delta Meet youngest, first Nigerian to bag 2-Star Dsc in Child Developmental Science Death-row inmates: Lawyers tackle Aregbesola, govs on execution 11 hostages escape from bandits' camps in Kaduna ' Commissioner 11 hostages escape from Kaduna bandits' camp, police recue 2 *THISDAY* Long Live King Buni! Stock Market Maintains Positive Trend, Appreciates By N480.8bn In Three Days SEC Expresses Readiness to Collaborate with RIMAN to Deepen Capital Market UBN to Train Youths on AI, Robotics Technology Luk Whos Back at the Bridge! Odusote: Reliable Electricity Key to Lagos States Economic Goal Newcomers Brentford Host Arsenal in Seasons Opening Battle Tonight Ukpeh: Photography Business Will be Worth $150bn by 2026 Our Charges Not Arbitrary, APMDC Replies Shippers Council Odumboni: Our Resolve on Cleaner Lagos Project Unchangeable Ordega Quits Spain for Russia Air Peace to Commence Douala, Ibadan Ops Team Nigerias Efforts at Tokyo 2020 Will Bear Medals in Future, Says Are SAHCO Acquires Ground Support Equipment Kepa the Hero as Chelsea Defeat Villarreal to Lift Super Cup SYNLAB, IATA Partner to Facilitate Safe Travelling Capt Hosa: The Final Flight Buhari Should Now Inaugurate the NDDC Screened Board The Prism Called Twitter in Nigeria A Case for the Bill on Harmonised Retirement Age for Staff... Shell Oil Spills, $110 Million Payment and Nigeria Digital Offerings:FIRM to Support African Startup ISPs with $5million Eat N Go Broadens Corporate Vision with Launch of Warehouse and Commissary FBNQuest Partners with Leading Ladies Africa on Career Advancement and Mentorship Program *DAILY INDEPENDENT* Union Bank, Awarri Unveil 2021 Next Robotics Legend Programme PDP Wobbling Disastrously Because Of Poor Leadership ' Bode George Does IBB's Opinion Count On 2023 Presidency On The Proposed Rehabilitation Of Refineries Nigeria's Manufacturing Sector Tops N512.25bn Realised From VAT In Q2 2021 ' NBS Kaspersky Identifies Top Malware Families In Nigeria, Others Ebonyi Soccer Fans Remember Okwaraji BREAKING: Chelsea Confirm Romelu Lukaku Signing From Inter In '115m Deal Olota Not Responsible For Itele Obaship Troubles ' Indigenes Biomedical To Deworm 40,000 Children As 40th Anniversary Gift COVID-19: Schwarzenegger Lashes Out At People Refusing To Wear Face Masks Malawi President Sacks Energy Minister Over Corruption Allegation *LEADERSHIP* Mimi: A Heartwarming Dramedy Highlights Surrogacy, Orphans We Created Revenue Alternatives For National Library ' Prof Aina Varsity Don Emphasises Union Of Town And Gown In Learning Lagos Govt Shuts 20 Illegal Drug Shops Osun Youths Back Oyetola For Second Term Police Arrest Fake Sergeant, 7 Other Suspects Oyo Trains Workers On e-Governance To Boost Productivity Ooni's Wife Begs Striking Resident Doctors Court Bars CMD From Evicting Wife Col Sakaba Died Fighting Gallantly ' Army NDLEA Intercepts Bandits, Weapon Producer In Katsina, Benue Parents Urged To Promote Reading Culture 196, 873 Nasarawa Pupils Register For School Feeding Programme Kwara Raising New Generation Of Leaders, Says Governor COVID-19: Fayemi Urges More Investment In Health NESREA Seals 2 Facilities In Kwara Cholera: Plateau Records 28 More Deaths Niger Govt Refunds N900m To Intending Pilgrims Niger Govt Assures Of Conducive Environment For Media Practice Clearing Agents Protest Trapped Cargoes In Lagos Ports NIRSAL Backs Potato Value Chain Expo NSCDC Trains 430 Officers In Counterterrorism In Benue Police Seal Off Rivers NUJ Secretariat NSCDC Approves 24 Private Security Firms, Warns Against Corruption HoS Sets Agenda For New Perm Secs FCTA Kicks Off N1.8bn Kagini Rail Station Access Road, Park PDP Asks Court To Sack Buni, Deputy President Buhari Approves Oxygen Plant In Yobe Politics Should Not Be Solely For Politicians ' Moghalu Feelin' Fly: DREAM FRIDAYS Need To Improve Education Funding MAKING IT, SPENDING IT: MAKE OR MAR MONEY CHOICES An Encounter With A Doctor: Its Your Life Lere By-Election: Court Vacates Restraining Order On PDP Candidate Shagari's Widow, Hadiza, Dies At 80 PMB Condoles With Shagari, Fawehinmi Families FG, Gombe Sign MoU On Repair, Expansion Of Water Project Anti-PMB's Comments: I Attended Meeting As APC Reconciliator ' Bindow Gov Zulum Enrols 5,361 Orphans In School 2023 Presidency: I Will Announce My Position Soon ' Bauchi Governor Emulate IBB's Inclusive Style, Abdulsalami, Mark, Others Tell Leaders COVID-19 Third Wave: Amid Surge In Delta Variant Cases, FG Rules Out Lockdown We Injected N2.5trn In Varsities, Others In 10 Years ' TETFund Train Crushes Mother, Child In Delta N130bn UBEC Fund Unutilised ' FG Niger Tightens Security Around Officials Mixed Reactions Trail Planned Return Of Toll Gates 11 Escape From Bandits' Camps As Troops Rescue 2 In Kaduna Air Peace Launches Gombe Flights BREAKING: Kidnapped Niger Commissioner Regains Freedom *NEW TELEGRAPH* Time to adopt fresh approach to tackling insecurity TETFund: We've injected N2.5trn into varsities, others in 10 years PDP asks court to sack Yobe Gov. Buni, Deputy Be humble, stop playing God, Ngige tells doctors FG spends N122bn on 29m doses of J&J vaccines 'Health Minister 2023: Group lobbies govs, NASS members, APC stakeholders for Osinbajo Property forfeiture: Okorocha drags Imo govt to Appeal Court Stanbic IBTC advocates partnerships to boost financial inclusion Secession: Why Nigeria must not disintegrate 'Gen Abubakar FirstBank celebrates Obasanjo, sponsors golf tournament COVID-19: Nigeria shuts UK mission as officials test positive SEC, RIMAN set to deepen capital market FG unveils new vehicle registration scheme DiamondXtra: Access Bank to reward customers with N600m Indonesia begs Nigeria over assault on diplomat Dairy: Firm inaugurates two milk collection centres ABP: Farmers restate challenges in repaying N554.61bn loan Tinubu has what it takes to win 2023 presidency 'Ogunlewe Firms partner for Nigeria telcoms operator's satellite connectivity Anambra guber: Endless legal battles for parties' tickets FG urged to curb money laundering by real estate investor Nasarawa: X-raying Sule's industrialization drive NLC calls for constitutionalism in Tunisian Women hardest-hit in pandemic job market ' ILO Eagles risk difficult AFCON, World Cup draws as Nigeria drops in FIFA rankings Nigerian athletes need sustained support to rule the world -Dare Tokyo 2020: Australian Olympians face 28-day quarantine Ligue 1 tougher than La Liga, Eagles star warns Messi JUST IN: Chelsea re-sign Lukaku for club record 97.5m Contract situation 'resolved', says Leeds boss Bielsa Bayern struggle with injuries ahead of league start LaLiga begins uncertain era without Messi Prosecutor wraps up grilling of ex-FIFA boss, Blatter Nigeria drops two steps in FIFA ranking *BLUE PRINT* Day NTIC rewarded young Mathematics champions in special way New forex policy: CBN set to sanctions banks, customers AfroBasket 2021: Brown to lead D'Tigers in Rwanda, Nigeria's basketball team drop in ranking Super Eagles drop in FIFA rankings Candidates taking NECO exams in 18,000 centres ' Registrar Umm Salamah: Story of an Immigrant Family The virtues of the Day of 'Ashura Nigeria and the Chinese initiative for Belt and Road partnership on COVID-19 vaccines FG must tread the path of honour Re: Looking for Senator Gumau's whereabouts APC's quest for power in Oyo and danger of parallel congresses Buhari visits Tinubu in London NASS urges Stat Oil (Equinor) to reinstate sacked staff Breaking: Nigeria shuts high commission office in UK as officials test positive for COVID-19 Lekki deep seaport'll commence operations in 2022 says CFO Buhari mourns as ex-President Shehu Shagari 's widow dies of COVID-19 DG NYSC warns corps members to avoid cutting corners Sea robbers abduct 5 persons in Onne NiMet to begin marine forecast with N1bn equipment Senate felicitates with Nigerian Youths on International Youth Day EFCC Probe: I have nothing to hide, Dickson tells Bayelsa LGA Chairmen Insecurity, others: God re-building Nigeria ' NCPC boss I'll continue to prioritise youth empowerment programmes ' Ortom Journalists thumb up Okowa on N425bn 2022 budget High rate of out of school children worries FG ' Minister Zulum enrolls 5,361 Monguno orphans in school Mohammed Fawehinmi was a passionate activist ' Sanwo-Olu Natives protest demolition, seizure of land in Nyanya-Gwandara Metering key to customer satisfaction ' KEDCO MD Gov Sule committed to making Nasarawa cholera free ' Madaki Flood kills 5, destroys 1,567 farmlands in Bauchi Leaked video: Adamawa APC suspends chair for wishing Buhari dead New CP promises to smoke out criminals from Jigawa Tricycle operator rape female passenger in Edo Oneya was an accomplished military officer, administrator ' Akume Int'l Youth Day: Helpline Foundation tasks youth on agriculture *BUSINESS DAY* How Lagos power market will transform the state Hetty Ugboh, Non-Executive Director, Investment One Financial Services Ltd From other industries to oil & gas, Rosario Osobase knows her knack Want to build a 5-Star African experience' Start with the light bulbs Decline and fall of the naira Breastfeeding and the future of the human race Leadership and the mark of maturity Now that we hate each other so Talent management analytics Language and logical argumentation Nigeria requires an increase in FDI to accelerate economic recovery Nigerians position for the new crude Impressive half-year result shows cinemas rebound Stanbic IBTC advocates partnerships to drive financial inclusion Glory and Muyiwa: serial startup founders turned most wanted fugitives Flour Mills declares N6.8bn final dividend as H1 profit jumps 90% Cudo App enters Nigeria's telemedicine market to deepen employees' healthcare access Upperlink obtains PSSP certification, to re-enact retail payments Nigeria's equities rally further by 0.11% Coscharis Motors introduces all-new Jaguar F Pace NGX, IFC laud Lafarge Africa for promoting gender equality Tantalizers' half-year loss hits lowest level in 8years in 2021 (N'm) *GUARDIAN* Tree planting beyond the routine Nigeria's poorest vice chancellor US to send troops to Kabul airport to pull out embassy staff Nigeria's macabre dance to global debt trap Afghan forces abandon third largest city to the Taliban as blitz continues Brentford host Arsenal as English Premier League returns today Buhari's philosophy of living within one's means We will hand over FX fraudsters to law enforcers, bankers warn US QAnon dad killed his children over 'serpent DNA': FBI BetKing, Okocha unveil exciting brand new identity ahead new football season Welcome Leo'- Messi meets teammates at first PSG training session FG must tread the path of honour SEC secures AfDB grant to boost investor protection, regulation New child safety features for Google, YouTube Algeria combats wildfires, observes day of mourning I'll be glad to make D'Tigress squad to Paris 2024 Olympics, says Udueyin Super Eagles drop seven spots in latest FIFA world ranking Vicissitude of the Nigerian life WoodMac puts Shell's divestment assets in Nigeria at $2.3b Instagram unveils new tools to reduce abuse, racist comments Niger's flood death toll rises to 55 Tiger Woods sues former lover Rachel Uchitel Kepa the hero as Chelsea edge out Villarreal to win Super Cup Coalition of Nigerian firms move to close gender gaps UK economy rebounds in second quarter as lockdown eases The Middlestump opens free junior cricket camp Premier League braced for four-way title race 81% of women entrepreneurs in Middle East, Africa own digital businesses Sanctions and elections on table at Venezuela talks Justin Rose selected to receive Payne Stewart award Conglomerate income taxes rise by 273 per cent year-on-year New date for delayed Haiti vote after president's slaying Noah Dallaji Legacy U-17 Basketball Tourney lights up Kano SON certifies FCMB's operations, business processes Lukaku rejoins Chelsea for club record fee from Inter Eight feared dead as Russia tourist helicopter crashes into lake NCAA insists on rigorous AOC protocol, two-year validity period Arteta hoping for more Arsenal signings despite financial constraints South Sudan VP Machar's ex-deputy joins rival as infighting grows Air Peace opens Douala, Ibadan routes Who can stop Bayern winning a 10th straight Bundesliga title DisCos' unfair practices by killing Nigerian businesses *TRIBUNE* Develop informal sector, stakeholders urge FG Army assures adequate support to NYSC in Anambra Shippers council not bothered about operators plight, industry challenges ' APMDC PVP: Stakeholders meet over implementation, project bumper harvest for farmers We are working behind the scene for Igboho's freedom, says Yoruba Council of Elders We are working behind the scene for Igboho's freedom, says Yoruba Council of Elders Restructure Nigeria now to end agitations for secession, says Anyaoku Restructure Nigeria now to end agitations for secession, says Anyaoku How and when Kyari can be lawfully extradited (2) History revived as Ooni of Ife unveils new Goldberg-sponsored series, 'Moremi BBNaija recap: Who will leave this Sunday Wealth limiting habits Financial insecurity and women's mental health How to choose a bookmaker for tennis betting The only solution to kidnapping is job creation ' Chioma Ebubedikwe Igbokwe Makinde didn't nominate any contractor for World Bank-backed Ibadan Flood Project ' Adisa Why I identify with NATOP, tourism in Nigeria ' Udofia Ondo set to be carnival costumes capital of Africa Bello appoints Runsewe head of Kogi's advisory committee on culture, tourism Facebook may be forced to sell Giphy NGX: Bullish trend persists as investors gain N21.27bn *SPORTS* African clubs retain away goals after Europe scraps rule - Punch An Olympian got lost, nearly missed his race, and won gold. Now he's tracked down the volunteer who helped him out - CNN Arteta hoping for more Arsenal signings despite financial constraints - Guardian Arteta not consulted over 'All or Nothing' Arsenal documentary - Goal Arteta: Arsenal captain Aubameyang in the right mindset for 2021-22 season - Goal Bayern struggle with injuries ahead of league start - New Telegraph BetKing, Okocha unveil exciting brand new identity ahead new football season - Guardian Blake Griffin Calls Returning to Nets a 'No Brainer,' Talks 'Unfinished Business - Bleacher Report BREAKING: Chelsea Confirm Romelu Lukaku Signing From Inter In '115m Deal - Daily Independent Breanna Stewart Shines as Storm Beat Sun to Win WNBA's 1st Commissioner's Cup - Bleacher Report Brentford host Arsenal as English Premier League returns today - Guardian Brentford's Thomas Frank: 'We are a remarkable story about bravery - Yahoo Cam Thomas, Tre Jones & NBA Surprises to Watch from Day 5 of Vegas Summer League - Bleacher Report Celtic 3-0 Jablonec (agg 7-2) - Celtic cruise into Europa League play-off - BBC Celtic stroll into Europa League play-offs - Punch Chambeshi drops three top local call-ups - African Football Chelsea re-signs Belgium star Romelu Lukaku - CNN Chelsea's Mendy makes UEFA Super League history - African Football Clippers' Updated Salary Cap Space After Kawhi Leonard's Reported $176M Contract - Bleacher Report Colts' Carson Wentz Won't Be Rushed Back from Foot Injury, Jim Irsay Says - Bleacher Report Contract situation 'resolved', says Leeds boss Bielsa - New Telegraph David Okereke joins Italys Venezia on loan - The Cable Dele-Bashiru: Reading complete loan signing of Watford midfielder - Goal Ditching Man Utd to support my local team. Now they're in the Premier League - CNN Done Deal: Dele-Bashiru Joins Championship Club Reading On Loan - Complete Sports Eagles risk difficult AFCON, World Cup draws as Nigeria drops in FIFA rankings - New Telegraph Ebonyi Soccer Fans Remember Okwaraji - Daily Independent England's wayward attack proves white-ball cricket is no preparation for Tests - Yahoo Europa League: Onazi's Zalgiris crash out as Diagne & Feghouli fire Galatasaray to next round - Goal Exclusive: Jonathan Van Tam tells Premier League players they should get vaccinated - Yahoo Eze inherits Townsend's jersey number at Crystal Palace - Goal FIFA rankings: Nigeria drop two spots globally, now 5th in Africa - The Cable First Touch: How did Sandesh Jhingan take to playing football - Goal Former Butler PF Carlos Johnson Charged with Rape, Attempted Rape, Sexual Battery - Bleacher Report Harry Kane hoping for clarity on future after Tottenham's opener against Manchester City - Yahoo I don't think he'll find a better team' - Di Maria expects Mbappe to stay at PSG in wake of Messi arrival - Goal I'll be glad to make D'Tigress squad to Paris 2024 Olympics, says Udueyin - Guardian Impact Wrestling Results: Winners, Grades and Reaction from August 12 - Bleacher Report Jalen Hurts Solid in Limited Action as Eagles Fall to Steelers in Preseason Clash - Bleacher Report Jalen Suggs Suffers Hand Injury in Las Vegas Summer League Play vs. Celtics - Bleacher Report Jigawa Golden Stars sack chief coach, assistants - Punch JJ Redick in 'No Rush' to Make Free Agency Decision, Won't Attend Training Camp - Bleacher Report John Simpson stars as Superchargers pile up The Hundred's first 200 - BBC Juranovic wants Celtic move -NigPilot - Nigerian Pilot JUST IN: Chelsea re-sign Lukaku for club record 97.5m - New Telegraph Justin Rose selected to receive Payne Stewart award - Guardian Kaizer Chiefs striker Nurkovic will forever be late in the box - Mngqithi - Goal Kawhi Leonard, Clippers Agree to Reported 4-Year, $176.3M Contract in Free Agency - Bleacher Report Kepa Arrizabalaga's penalty save helps Chelsea win UEFA Super Cup against Villarreal - CNN Kepa the Hero as Chelsea Defeat Villarreal to Lift Super Cup - Thisday Kepa the hero as Chelsea edge out Villarreal to win Super Cup - Guardian LaLiga begins uncertain era without Messi - New Telegraph Lamont Marcell Jacobs: Tokyo Olympics 100m champion won't run again until 2022 - BBC Lamptey: Brighton & Hove Albion boss Potter delivers injury update on Ghana target - Goal Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers keen to wrap up deal for Jannik Vestergaard - Yahoo Ligue 1 tougher than La Liga, Eagles star warns Messi - New Telegraph Little League World Series Regionals 2021: Thursday Scores and Bracket Results - Bleacher Report Luk Whos Back at the Bridge! - Thisday Lukaku must win trophies with Chelsea to warrant Drogba comparisons ' Olorundare - Goal Compiled by: abdulkareemihiovi@gmail.com 08030703704 (+234) 8030703704