*NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR FRIDAY 6TH AUGUST 2021*



*THE NATION*

18 Corps members test positive for COVID-19 in Niger

Buni can continue to lead APC, says ex-Law School DG Tahir

Ondo poll: Why I didnt join Buni in suit against Akeredolu, by Jegede

U.S. Consul General expresses concerns about press freedom in Nigeria

Rihanna becomes wealthiest female musician

How to build Africas digital future, by experts

BBNaija Shine Ya Eye: Maria gets first warning over microphone infringement

Supreme Court ruling okays Buni-led caretaker committee, says APC

Matawalle gets APC membership card

We dont detain citizens on order of powerful people DSS

NCPC boss Rev. Pam condemns Plateau killings

Katsina inaugurates security committees

Zulum apostle of true leadership

CAN seeks end to killings, destruction of farmlands

Court stops AGF, DSS from arresting, harassing Yoruba nation agitator Igboho

Why govt opposes payment of ransom, by minister

Death toll in Kaduna killings rises to 25

National Assembly appeals to resident doctors to end strike

PDP BOT member joins APC

Suspect killed in Benue kidnap rescue

Cultists behead Kwara poly student

Lagos, stakeholders parley on roads

Customs seizes N22.3b elephant tusks others

Royal families provide land for school, market

Tecno urges customers on devices upgrade

Brent oil falls to $71 on Delta fears

Abba Kyari deletes post

Buhari celebrates BUA Chairman Rabiu at 61

NSIA not sourcing $200m to settle Mambilla Hydroelectric Power debt

Traffic diversion on Lagos/Abeokuta expressway

Why were opposed to negotiations, payment of ransom to bandits, by FG

Rachael Oniga for burial August 26, 27

What Tinubu and I discussed, by Sanwo-Olu

Eurobond to fund 2021 budget deficit

FEC votes $1.484b to fix Warri, Kaduna refineries

Secondus: PDP chief using huge public funds to fight me

Aligning lawmaking with public interest

Umeoji, Soludo and equity in APGA

Nationalising self-inflicted afflictions

Between free speech and public order

Nigerias image besmirched this last week

Hush! Hush! Here goes Kyari



*VANGUARD*

Justice for Jumoke Oyeleke's family

CECPC: APC Governors back Buni, say Supreme Court validated appointment

Don urges FG to address security challenges facing mining industry

We'll deploy internal conflict resolution mechanism to resolve our squabble in PDP ' Ortom

Over 4000 people apply for 2000 Taraba jobs in 3 weeks

APC chairman denies crises in Abia

Experts proffer solutions for Nigeria's economic recovery in Q2

Ondo PDP Reps candidate slumps, dies

Banks refunded over N89bn to customers in June- CBN

Wike storms PDP's BoT meeting in Abuja

Court refuses cleric's prayer to set aside debate recommendations

DEVELOPING: PDP BoT in meeting over party crisis

ABIA: JOHESU suspends strike after meeting with state govt

What Jega didn't say about APC and PDP

AGEGE LG RUNOFF: LASIEC promises credible election, as PDP, APC beg for security

America's sorry for Cuba, but won't get off its neck

Labour insists on N15 kw/h reduction in electricity tariff

Who will rescue the Nigerian

Ochanya: Court fixes October 8 for alleged rapist lecturer to open defense

UNICEF tasks journalists on public advocacy on adequate breastfeeding

Woman in court for injuring 8-year-old boy

Woman in court for injuring 8-year-old boy

FG assures on speedy gazetting of trans fat regulations

FG should anticipate pushback over pictorial warnings on tobacco products

FG should anticipate pushback over pictorial warnings on tobacco products

Breastfeeding: UNICEF urges govts to incentivize private sector to introduce maternity leave for mothers



*THISDAY*

Heirs Life, Insurance, Promise Efficient Service Delivery

CAC Boss Threatens to Sanction Fraudulent Registration Processes

Sanwo-Olu Tasks NAICOM to Assist State in Activating Capital Based Tax

NCS, FOU Zone C Seizes Containers of Unprocessed Timber

Need for Manpower Development in Aviation Sector

Caverton Plc Posts N780m Profit

Of FG Policies and Private Sector Investment in Aviation

IATA: 2020 Worst Year for Airline Industry

Zenith Bank Plc is Proving Industry Mettle

Sanusi: Special Economic Zones Key to FDI

NCAA Laments Inadequate Technical Personnel

The POF Controversy

Odegbami: YouID Allows You to Live Smart

Demystifying Procedures for Product Registration

Igboho and the Ooni Caucus

Lagos Free Zone: U.S. Mission to Facilitate Increased Investment into Nigeria

Messi Ends 21 Years Romance with Barcelona

The Education Trap: Our Young People Are Falling The Cracks

Nigeria Can Generate Billions of Dollars from Cloud Computing Services To Unlock Growth Opportunities

AFN Insists: We Are Not Aware of Any PUMA Contract

Tinubu: Die Like a Man

Liverpool in Talk with Van Dijk over New Contract

Tackling Acrimony in Nasarawa APC

Lukaku Tells Inter of Desire to Return to Chelsea

A Call to Involve Ebonyi Youths in Governance

Runsewe: Golfs Game Changer with GGWF

Ritalori Ogbebors Antics to Delay NDDC Board Inauguration Must Not Stand

NIGERIAS QUEST FOR CREDIBLE LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS

THE SENSE IN QUOTA SYSTEM

Edem, Assar Are Africas Biggest Movers in ITTF Ranking

Aston Villa Sign Jamaican Winger for 25m

Alisson Seals New Liverpool Deal Until 2027

YahClick Partners With GCES to Provide Satellite Connectivity for 9mobile



*PUNCH*
 
I love nice-looking, brilliant women Omoh

Debt is sinking the economy

Relief for Secondus as PDP BoT tackles Wike, rejects interim exco

Electronic voting possible in Nigeria, says Kaduna deputy gov

Barcelona announce Messi departure

Forex supply: Banks documentation process cumbersome, says FDC

Weak opposition creating room for one-party system CNPP

NPFL: Enyimba, Kwara book CAF slots, Sunshine survive

Nnamdi Kanu and memories of Ogoni Nine trial

Unity Bank introduces new code to combat e-banking fraud

South-East govs forum workers protest unpaid salaries

NFF reverses LMC decision, docks Jigawa three points

Okada rider confesses to Delta traders killing, parts sold for N100,000

Global financing campaign and Nigerian education policy

Wema Bank partners group to empower women

NPFL: Wikki Tourists beat Adamawa United 2-0 to escape relegation

Stock market ends five-day rally, investors lose N66bn

Lionel Messi's finest moments with Barcelona

Residents shocked as unidentified woman hangs self in Edo uncompleted building

Manufacturing records N6.99tn growth, resists harsh environment

After Yusuf Bantex, a hint for Southern Kaduna

Come to our aid, special needs school begs government

Liverpool ready to sell Shaqiri for '15m

Woman arraigned for locking up five-year-old nephew for six months

Illegal deductions: Bank customers lodge 23,526 complaints, recover N89.2bn

Power and responsibility: Edo State example

Investing in childrens education secures future NGO

La Liga: Real Madrid, Barcelona condemn private equity deal

Rivers CP summons leaders as police, traders disagree on computer village raid

Senate asks BPE to refund N8.7bn, queries N387.7m tax evasion

Angry Osun residents storm police station as banks robbers kill constabulary

Everyone in Lagos must be learned LASG

Join Arsenal, fans beg Lionel Messi after Barcelona exit

FESTAC residents petition Sanwo-Olu over illegal road construction

US seizes $1.2bn crypto in six months

Supreme Court judgment: APC govs throw weight behind Buni-led committee

Mo Abudus EbonyLife TV, Universal Pictures get adaptation rights for movie on Hushpuppi

NPFL: Rangers pip Plateau United 2-0

20,000 pupils to commence e-learning in Nasarawa

Court to rule August 29 in RCCG pastors fraud case

NLC demands electricity tariff reduction agreement implementation by December

Situation getting worse, lack of food fueling insecurity Sultan

Man City sign Jack Grealish from Aston Villa

Alumni seek computer education teachers in Ekiti school

Abuja 14-year-old girl: Police fail to release autopsy to family, school

Insecurity, liquidity constraints threaten economic recovery LCCI, PwC

Two nabbed for one-chance robbery in Lagos

ipNX launches 1Gbps for residential areas

Suspected robber, armourer nabbed in Bayelsa, pistols recovered

Fiam launches express Wi-Fi in Ajegunle

NIN enrolment: Nigeria, Korea sign $13m e-govt project deal

SON arrests 10 fake product manufacturers in nine months

DPR to track 33,000 filling stations over smuggling

Edo allocates 57,000 hectares to oil palm investors

Abductors demand N700m ransom for Bayelsa SSGs mum, nightclub owner

Blame states, not FG for resident doctors strike, says Ehanire

57 prospective corpers test positive for COVID-19, isolated

Benue lecturer arraigned for raping late 13-year-old girl to open defence

NSCDC restricts herdsmen leaving SWest in Kwara community, screens herders



*LEADERSHIP*

Abuja Newspaper Distributors Re-elect Obute President

Tahir Mamman Asks Aggrieved Members To Withdraw Court Cases

Nigeria's Stance On Child-friendly Justice System Unwavering ' Malami

Taskforce Intercepts Relocating Herdsmen At Kwara/Osun Border

Federal Govt Begins Livestock Project With 22,000 Hectares In Nasarawa

Zulum Orders Probe Of BOGIS Taskforce, Church Clash

1.3m Write NECO Exam Nationwide

NESG Calls For Application For Non-resident Fellowship Programme

Keyamo Asks Govt To Patronise Professionals

Water Project: World Bank Offers Kaduna, Katsina, 5 Others $700m Loan

Don't Destabilise Health Sector, Federal Govt Begs Striking Resident Doctors

African Business Moguls Win In Forbes 2021 Awards

134 Nigerians To Study Abroad On Erasmus Scholarship

Tokyo's Daily Tally Tops Record 5,000 Amid Olympics

WHO Donates Ventilators, Oxygen Pulse Oximeters To Nigeria

2023: CNPP Hits PDP, Wants Virile Opposition Party

Audit Report: Senate Directs BPE To Refund N8.7bn

Banks Refunded Over N89bn To Customers In June ' CBN

Banks Refunded Over N89bn To Customers In June ' CBN

Ganduje, Okorocha, Nnamani Harp On National Unity

[EDITORIAL] Jobseekers And Recruitment Scam

MAKE OR MAR MONEY CHOICES: Transmission Of Financial Assets To Loved Ones

PDP Crisis: Party BoT Wades In, Sets Up Peace Committee To Address Grievances

ONE MONTH AFTER MATAWALLE'S DEFECTION: Sharing Formula For Political Offices Tears Zamfara APC Apart

Restructuring, Key To 2023 General Elections ' Jega

Be Fair To Nigerians, Sultan Tells Political Leaders

Man City Sign 100m Grealish From Aston Villa

BREAKING: Messi To Leave Barcelona

[COLUMN] What Jega Didnt Say About APC and PDP



*NEW TELEGRAPH*

FG needs to prevent another ASUU-SSANU strike

35 corps members test positive for COVID-19 in Ogun

Yari to Mattawalle: 50/50 on APC leadership in Zamfara or no deal

Anambra guber: Bianca, t hree APGA BOT members return to party

PDP BoT sets up c'ttee to reconcile Wike, Secondus

Strike: FG blames states for resident doctors strike

Infractions: Senate orders BPE to remit N8.7bn to FG

Banks refund N89.2bn to customers over complaints

PwC: Nigerian CEOs among best paid in Africa

Children of heavy drinkers face higher health problems

FEC's approval of NNPC's 20% acquisition in Dangote refinery lauded

Ortom, Ajobena mourn as ex-Benue, Kano MILAD, Oneya, dies at 73

Wema Bank partners Shecan Nigeria to empower women

Patronage of local products, way out of economic doldrums ' Ikpeazu

Naira eases to N508/$1 at parallel market

FG: Tackling food insecurity post-COVID-19

Nigerian export: 'Restrictions pushing India ahead of China

Personality not party'll determine next governor of Anambra 'Okonkwo

AfCFTA: SON's laboratory centres set for quality assurance test

Laing: Nigeria's security problems are overwhelming

Forex: Experts seek diligence in disbursement by banks

Anambra guber: Bianca, Three APGA BOT members return to party

ICAN cautions FG on adoption of foreign policies

ITF achieves 90% of its objective ' DG

AFN insists: We're not aware of PUMA contract

Hifl 2021: Uniben Royals, Aaua Luminaries for quarter finals

FA Community Shield: Leicester, Man City clash on DStv, GOtv

NFF mourns ex-president, Dominic Oneya

Kits giants to sue Nigeria over breach of contract

JUST IN: Grealish becomes most expensive Premier League player

JUST IN: Messi to leave Barcelona

Former NFF President, Gen. Dominic Oneya, Is Dead

Messi set to sign new Barca deal, may face Ronaldo weekend

Cole holds boxing clinic in Lagos



*BLUE PRINT*

Secession: Africa'll lose respect if Nigeria breaks up ' Ganduje

Take advantage of NYSC to become self-reliant, DG advises corps members

NPFL: Rivers United, Enyimba gets CAF ticket, Jigawa, Wolves relegated

Oneya: NFF, NFSC mourn

Handball: Sokoto U-12/15 C'ship in top gear

PUMA terminates 4-year contract with AFN

2020 Olympics: Envoy hosts Team Nigeria

Zamfara Speaker laments as terrorists kidnap father, step mother, four others

FG to create special court to tackle rape, SGBV ' Malami

FG launches national livestock pilot project in Nasarawa

Kuje: APC candidate tasks electorate on peaceful campaign

Abaribe, Okorocha, others task youth on insecurity, unemployment

Breaking: At last, Lionel Messi quits Barcelona

Na'Abba, Moro, Candido, others receive MDCL face of democracy awards

Kwara, Niger to strengthen security collaboration

Sen Dan'iya receives APC membership card in Zamfara

NDYA awards Abaribe, Okorocha, others, task youths on curbing insecurity, unemployment

Zamfara APC crisis: Yari accuses Gov Matawalle of trying to take over party

WANEP trains 67 young women on peace building

Group cautions Amnesty International against attack on security agencies

Secession agitations: Address hunger, injustice, Okorocha tells leaders

Secession: Africa 'll lose respect if Nigeria breaks ' Ganduje

APC CECPC: Supreme Court validated Buni's appointment ' govs

Intensify operations against bandits- COAS charges troops

Breaking: Supreme Court affirms Buni's CECPC leadership lawful, says APC is right

In Zamfara, Matawalle receives APC membership card, calls for unity

PRAWA, CSO Forum fault executing inmates to decongest custodial centers

80 percent of healthcare centers operate below standard ' CODE report



*BUSINESSDAY*

Explainer: Why demand for aircraft spares is rising in Nigeria

Laplandia unveils Nancy Isime as brand ambassador

Ibom Icon Hotel and Golf Resort: Adventure that awaits you now, always

Duke of Shomolu berths Awo, Aremu at Glover Memorial Hall

Afro-jazz singer, Nissi's artistic brilliance shines in Ready or Not feature with Backroad Gee

Hopeful for change, Tari Taylaur dared to head for the polls

How digital naira would affect the Nigerian economy

Nigeria's largest FMCGs see profits surge to five-year high

The Balvenie Single Malt Whisky officially launches in Nigeria

Conoil posts highest half-year profit in 8years

Empowering Nigerians through digital transformation top as Tizeti's NeXTGEN gathers leaders

Heirs Insurance promises digital purchase of products in five-minutes

DataPro reaffirms Zenith Bank's AA- rating

FX liquidity dropped in July as naira loses N2

Equities market records first negative close this week



*GUARDIAN*

Real Madrid and Barcelona unite to condemn private equity deal

NFF's committee's decision takes Rivers United to second position

Nigerian football family mourn as ex-NFA boss Oneya dies at 73

Robbers raid Osun banks, kill two

Messi to leave Barcelona as contract talks collapse

FG commissions metering station in Enugu, frowns at installation of uncertified meters

Man City confirm signing of Jack Grealish in reported 100 million deal

Minister unveils report on corporate sustainability

Tragedy in Taraba as flood sweeps away 30-year-old man

Kimmich set to sign bumper new deal at Bayern Munich

Government's grants will boost job creation, capacity in creative industry

Court restrains woman from running late doctor's firm

Man Utd's Pellistri joins Alaves on loan

Workforce, partners are most important assets of businesses

Lagos Assembly slashes perks for ex-governors by 50%

UEFA to bring in VAR for World Cup qualifiers

NIPR visits The Guardian, seeks support on forthcoming project

Olympic women's football final moved to evening

Our journalists and our peculiar mess

30-year-old man defiles two-year-old girl in Adamawa

Next level

Okowa seeks adequate monitoring of Nigeria's crude oil production

Re: 'Ironsi, Fajuyi and why we are luckier now

Woman hangs self in uncompleted building in Benin

The cholera outbreak alarm

Akwa Ibom moves for self-sufficiency in critical sectors

Nigeria's tilt at windmills

Mohammed Uwais at 85: A remarkable bench career

Oil that did not get in the head

Time for collaborative efforts against child labour



*TRIBUNE*

SON secures over 150 court orders to confiscate fake goods from 2016-2021

Religion is pivotal to national development ' Dons

Use PR to find lasting peace in the country, Emir of Zazzau charges practitioners

Nigeria can achieve food sufficiency through 'Value Chain Development

Governments, private sectors must partner to maximise water resources, economic potentials ' Minister

AFF, Access Bank to train 90 students on basics of robotics

We are not aware of any PUMA contract ' AFN

Flush out bandits, not those agitating for better Nigeria, Ogun Baptist Conference tells FG

Robbers attack two banks in Osun

COVID-19 positive mothers can still breastfeed 'UNICEF

Puma terminates four-year contract with Nigeria

35 corps members in Ogun NYSC camp test positive for COVID-19

Sonibare advocates cultivation, conservation of medicinal plants

At forum, participants ask Nigeria to join advocacy against production of lethal autonomous weapon

Ahmadiyya Muslim Community begins annual conference in UK today

Islamic concept of breastfeeding

Muslim community undertakes N50m hospital project

Institute graduates 130 Qur'an memorisers in Lagos

We are the future of Afrobeats and Afropop ' Jamika Entertainment boss

Ona Dema addresses heart-breakers with 'Krazy

Nigerian Idol winner, Kingdom and other top contestants hosted at Rite foods headquarters

Ajebo Hustlers announced as first 'Up Next' artistes in Nigeria

DJ Kaywise, Small Doctor crown new DJ king at Lagos Goldberg 'Takeover party

Music is how I attack my personal battles ' Moelego

GTBank holds Autism Week as experts call for home-based database

Williams appointed Microsoft country manager, alumni association celebrates

Baobab Microfinance disbursed N5bn loans in Ibadan in last one year ' MD



*SPORTS*

11 arrests in hate crime investigation following Euro 2020 final - CNN

AFN Insists: We Are Not Aware of Any PUMA Contract - Thisday

AFN insists: We're not aware of PUMA contract - New Telegraph

Alberto Gins wins first Olympic climbing gold in Tokyo - CNN

Alisson Seals New Liverpool Deal Until 2027 - Thisday

Alun Wyn Jones calls on Lions players to keep their discipline in decider - Yahoo

Andre Iguodala Rumors: Lakers, Nets, Warriors Finalists for Veteran Forward - Bleacher Report

Aston Villa Sign Jamaican Winger for 25m - Thisday

Barcelona announce Messi departure - Punch

Biggest Winners and Losers from 2021 NBA Free Agency so Far - Bleacher Report

Bills' Josh Allen on Contract Talks: 'It'll Work Itself Out ... I'm at Peace with It - Bleacher Report

Buhari's Minister, Sunday Dare Exported Corruption To Tokyo Olympics, Embarassed Athletes'Nigerians Lament Over Kits' Saga - Sahara Reporters

Carl Lewis: US men's 4x100m relay fail is a 'total embarrassment,' says US sprint great - CNN

Carson Wentz Rumors: Colts QB Expected to Return from Foot Injury Sooner Than Later - Bleacher Report

Cole holds boxing clinic in Lagos - New Telegraph

Cowboys' Dak Prescott 'Being Cautious' with Shoulder Injury, Taking It Day-by-Day - Bleacher Report

Cubs' Sportsbook Plan Outside Wrigley Field Approved by Chicago Landmarks Commission - Bleacher Report

Dodgers' Clayton Kershaw Expected to Return from Forearm Injury in September - Bleacher Report

Dream come true': Jack Grealish seals record 100m Manchester City move - Yahoo

Eagles in 'No Rush' to Name Jalen Hurts Starting QB, Nick Sirianni Says - Bleacher Report

Edem, Assar Are Africas Biggest Movers in ITTF Ranking - Thisday

Expect Year 2 Breakout From Donovan Peoples-Jones Who Is 'Lighting Up' Camp - Bleacher Report

FA Community Shield: Leicester, Man City clash on DStv, GOtv - New Telegraph

Former NFF President, Gen. Dominic Oneya, Is Dead - New Telegraph

Frank Kaminsky, Suns Agree to 1-Year, $2.1M Contract in Free Agency - Bleacher Report

Glazer: Cowboys 'Fully Expect' Dak Prescott to Start Week 1 Despite Shoulder Injury - Bleacher Report

Glazer: Deshaun Watson Trade Talks at 'Standstill,' Teams' Calls Not Being Returned - Bleacher Report

Government rejects British and Irish Lions' request for quarantine exemption after South Africa tour - Yahoo

Grealish: De Bruyne is world's best behind Ronaldo and Messi - Goal

Great Britain win hockey bronze after thrilling victory over India - Yahoo

Great Britain women win hockey bronze thanks to dramatic comeback against India: live reaction - Yahoo

Hall of Fame Game Takeaways: Chase Claypool Looks Like Steelers' Dominant WR - Bleacher Report

Heartbreak for KJT, Jack Grealish says goodbye ' Thursday's sporting social - Yahoo

Hifl 2021: Uniben Royals, Aaua Luminaries for quarter finals - New Telegraph

How to watch Brazil vs Spain in Olympics 2020 Final from India - Goal

India men's hockey team dedicates Olympic bronze medal to doctors, Covid-19 frontline 'warriors - CNN

It took too long' - America midfielder Fidalgo reflects on first Liga MX goal - Goal

Jack Grealish can be Manchester City game-breaker but first he must adapt - Yahoo

Jack Grealish Completes Manchester City Transfer from Aston Villa on 6-Year Contract - Bleacher Report

Jack Grealish heads for Manchester City in search of trophies - Yahoo

Jack Grealish joins Man City in 100m deal - Lailas Blog

Jack Grealish wants to challenge for honours after 100m move to Manchester City - Yahoo

Jack Grealish: Manchester City signs England star from Aston Villa - CNN

James Anderson affords himself a smile after snaring Virat Kohli for nought - Yahoo

Jerry Jones Announces Jimmy Johnson Will Be Inducted into Cowboys Ring of Honor - Bleacher Report

Jimmer Fredette Joins Nuggets Roster for 2021 NBA Las Vegas Summer League - Bleacher Report

Joan Laporta expected to lift lid on Lionel Messi's departure from Barcelona - Yahoo

Join Arsenal, fans beg Lionel Messi after Barcelona exit - Punch

Jordan Love: 'Obviously Very Great' Aaron Rodgers Rejoined Packers for Training Camp - Bleacher Report

JUST IN: Grealish becomes most expensive Premier League player - New Telegraph

JUST IN: Messi to leave Barcelona - New Telegraph

Juventus apologise after being condemned for offensive tweet - Yahoo

Juventus apologise for racist Twitter post appearing to mock Asian people - Goal

Juventus Women forced to apologise for racist tweet - Yahoo

Juventus Women's Team Apologizes for Racist Twitter Post - Bleacher Report

Khabib Calls Conor McGregor 'Evil' for Deleted Tweet About Deceased Father - Bleacher Report

Kimmich set to sign bumper new deal at Bayern Munich - Guardian

Kits giants to sue Nigeria over breach of contract - New Telegraph

La Liga: Real Madrid, Barcelona condemn private equity deal - Punch



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