*NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR MONDAY 26TH JULY 2021*



*THE NATION*

Olubadan sends monitoring team to Cotonou

28 freed Kaduna pupils re-unite with parents

Resumed Kanu trial raises anxiety in Abuja

Fed Govt demands nothing short of Igbohos extradition

Standard gauge: Lagos announces traffic diversion at Brewery, Ijora, others

We need leaders passionate about a cleaner environment

NNPC subsidiary NETCO posts N3.37b profit for 2020

Nigeria spent $13b on Sierra Leones, Liberias liberation, says envoy

PDP governors to meet Monday in Bauchi over economy, others

Taming the monster

Banditry in Northwest can swallow Nigeria, Matawalle warns

Makinde urged to name opposition leaders sponsoring violence in Oyo

Bauchi Emir hails Diri on development

Afe Babalola to Kwara governor: you cant review Supreme Court judgment

Lalong urges pilgrims to pray for Nigeria

Sponsors and suppliers

Food scarcity looms over Benue herdsmen attacks

Benue APC issues ward nomination forms

Fed Govt hands over N10b project

Kano cleric accuses Ganduje of interfering in case against him

2023: Inside the race to succeed Lalong

Zamfara: Inside story of Matawalle, deputys face-off

Anambra 2021: Will intrigues throw up dark horse

Meet BBNaija season six female Housemates

Nigerian airlines are not over-regulated

Countdown to unveiling Nigerias digital currency

COVID-19 affecting poorest countries

FIRS, SystemSpecs partner to simplify tax remittances

How to invest wisely, by Stanbic IBTC

Fidelity Bank promotes 745

Coscharis launches Ford trucks

Violence against Africas children is rising

General Motors recalls 69,000 Chevrolet Bolt EVs

Autochek partners Appzone on car loans

Nigerian equities outpace global stocks with N376b gain



*VANGUARD*

Don't do anything that'll rubbish Itsekiri throne ' Ibori tells Itsekiri elders

PDP governors' forum to meet over state of the nation, other issues, says DG

Cleric blames decadence on 'unholy alliance' by clergymen, politicians

Zoning of political positions fundamental for Nigerians ' Sen Gobir

5 in police net over alleged possession of illegal firearms in Kaduna

HURIWA raises alarm over possible compromise of INEC's e-registration exercise

Brazil hold Cote d'Ivoire in Olympic football, as Egypt, South Africa lose

Umahi charges Muslim community to contribute to Ebonyi development

HP WOLF PRO SECURITY: Simplified security management for your organisation

Incumbent APC chairman wins Ojo LG poll

Okonjo-Iweala counsels Nigeria's diaspora to support the nation's economy for peace

BBNaija housemate Liquorose, dancer, actress, now N90m contender

Gridlock on Lagos-Ibadan expressway, as travellers return from Sallah break

BBNaija season 6: Meet Arin, the housemate with 17 piercings

Debt and civilisation (2)

Nigerians spend N7trn annually on power generation- Expert

Troops nab 'Police Sergeant' with ammunition, grenade in Borno

Victory comes from God

5 in police net over alleged possession of illegal firearms in Kaduna

Megalomania and the persistent quest for self-determination in Nigeria (3)

Nigeria laws allow restricted terrorism trial for Nnamdi Kanu ' Lawyer

Lagos Cult Clash: Police arrest two, recover weapons; restore normalcy

Expert recommends rabbit meat consumption as prevention for uric acid

Democracy is not just a game of numbers

Police nab fake naval officer in Nasarawa

Photos: Released Bethel Baptist High School Students in Kaduna

Suspected armed robbers attack Ogun store, cart away huge sum of money

Seven feared dead as car plunges into Bauchi river

NDLEA nabs NURTW Chairman, 3 others for drug trafficking in Ondo, Benue

BREAKING: Cultists on rampage in Lagos communities

After raping me twice, kidnappers threatened to rape my two sons ' Widow

Police condemn lynching of 3 alleged armed robbers in Imo



*THISDAY*

Covid-19 Infections, Vaccination Will Determine Nigerias Economic Growth in H2-2021 Experts

ACCI Kicks Against Generator, Equipment Taxes in Abuja

FIRS, SystemSpecs Partner to Ease Tax Remittances

Equities Market Rebounds on Improved Half-year Corporate Earnings

National Assembly Okays CAC Reform Initiatives

Court Restrains Union Against Picketing FIRS Offices

IATA Warns Govts on High Cost of COVID-19 Testing

Africa Prudential Reports 401% Increase in Total Assets

Take Advantage of Reduction in US EB-5 Investor Programme

Fidelity Bank Promotes 745 Staff Members

Herbert Wigwe: Offering Goal-oriented Leadership

Experts Harp on MSG s Nutritional Value

Oyo state Seeks To Take over Management of Ibadan Airport

Guaranty Trust to Hold Annual Autism Conference August

Bedmate Unveils Showroom

What Does Ohanaeze Have to Say

FG Appoints Gambo Registrar of Meteorological Institute

Okagbare Leads Nigerias Track & Field Team into Olympic Village Today

Court Dramas Rocking APGA, APC, PDP Primaries Ahead of Anambra Election

Jamoh Condemns kidnap of Five Maritime Workers in Rivers State

DTigers Go Down to Australia in Olympic Games Opener

As Nnamdi Kanus Trial Resumes

Onyung: NNPC Should Reverse Coastal Shipping Contracts given to Foreigners

Tunisia, Japan Stun Superpowers in Swimming, Cycling, Judo

ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION OF RESULT: IS APC JITTERY

Huawei to Invest $150m in Africas Digital Talent Development

Spomo Act: Ten Pirates Bags 48 Years Imprisonment

Stransact Joins RSM as a Correspondent Firm in Nigeria

KATE HENSHAW A WORTHY SISTER

Oriental Energy Announce New Managing Director

Badminton: Olofua, Anuoluwa Beaten

Facebook, Ajua Sign Agreement to Empower African SMEs

Solskjaer SignsNew Man Utd Deal Until 2024

Heritage Bank Hailed for Supporting Ibadan Golf Club

Firm Unveils New Whiskey Brand in Lagos

Convergence Partners Raises $120m to Drive Digital Inclusion

LASACO Assurance Pays N365m Claims to Dependants of Lagos Deceased Workers

LAGOS STATE AND COMMODITIES MARKET AGENDA



*PUNCH*
 
Igboholl be protected by traditional institution Olubadan

Halting pipeline vandalism, oil theft

Olympics: German footballer proposes to girlfriend on TV after match

Naira exchanges for 503/$ at parallel market

Who said what in sport this weekend

Expert expects unchanged rates as CBN holds MPC

Boosting non-oil exports through export expansion

Beans, tomatoes, rice record 253%, 123%, 51% price hike

Treat party members equally, Akeredolu urges APC leaders

FG extends NIN-SIM linkage to Oct, 59.8 million enrolled

Vigilantes enforcing LG nightclub ban kill two in Kogi

PDP govs meet today on defections, electoral act amendment, others

Stock market rebounds with N376bn weekly gain

Retired NEPA official asks IBEDC to disconnect house, laments high bill

Ikpeazu sacks two aides over non-performance

Overland Properties plans residency options for Nigerians in Dominican Republic

Retired NEPA official asks IBEDC to disconnect house, laments high bill

APC clears Ogun chairmanship poll, LASIEC holds Lagos results

Igboho writes President Buhari

NIOB asks wealthy Nigerians to fund research

Baptist school students: Kaduna bandits collect N50m ransom, hold back 87 students

Ohakim has not joined APC, says aide

Kogi pharmacists abductors reject N10m, insist on N30m

Ogun, NSE to partner engineers

PDP governors to meet over insecurity, e-results transmission, others

Buhari and politics of economic decapitation

Bakare lampoons unnamed official, says change of baton imminent

Afriland unveils new apartments in Lagos

DSS bars PUNCH, others as Kanus trial continues today

BBNaija Season 6 female housemates unveiled

FG fails to fulfill agreements, we may resume strike ASUU

Haven Homes GM wins young entrepreneurs award

Experts worry as 221 inbound passengers test positive in three weeks

Davido becomes first African artiste to hit Atlanta golden spike

Physically challenged girl threatens suicide, says parents, clerics call me demon-possessed

DBN disbursed N324bn MSME loans in four years Report

Physically challenged girl threatens suicide, says parents, clerics call me demon-possessed

NGO seeks healthcare delivery in remote communities

Family demands autopsy on son electrocuted in Imo hotel

$1.46bn IOC cash call outstanding as FG pays N3.22bn

Reps may invite Malami, Ahmed, Emefiele over NDIC, others accounts

Three arrested as Ogun police, robbers clash

Africa Prudential posts 24% drop in half-year profit

Police deny attack on Kano Emirs convoy

Lagos govt pledges to provide more homes

How Murtala/Obasanjo forcefully took over Daily Times without paying shareholders Odukomaiya, Ex-Concord MD

Two suspected cultists arrested with gun, cannabis in Edo

Dangote wins flagship local content award

NURTW chairman arrested with 52kg skunk in Ekiti

Alex Ekwueme varsity to plant 100,000 trees

Police nab fake naval man defrauding Nasarawa PoS operators

Allianz Nigeria pays N1.8bn claims in six months

Recover N76bn loans from INEC, ONSA, Senate tells AG

Axxela partners LASPARK to keep Lagos green

Hepatitis cant wait

Operators, lawmakers to drive pension compliance in states

Kogi upgrades Idah hospital to specialist status

Nigerians spend N7trn annually on power generation -Expert



*LEADERSHIP*

BBNaija 6: MultiChoice Nigeria Brings Back Fave Lock-In Competition

You've Done Government, People Of Yobe Proud, Buni Tells Troops In Geidam

Yobe SEMA Supports Police Affected By Inferno

We're Committed To Progress, Welfare Of Our People ' Gov Buni

Anambra Guber: Town Unions Endorse Umeoji

Police Job Not For Dropouts, Says Bayelsa CP

MOSIEND Gives Exxon Mobil Ultimatum On N82bn Judgement

President Buhari, Atiku, Others To Raise Funds For FUPRE

Insecurity In Rivers Exaggerated ' Korean Envoy

Bayelsa PDP Elders Retain Zoning Arrangement For NASS Seats

CCC Partners Lagos LCDA On Free Medical Mission, Others

Igboho: Olubadan Sends Delegation To Cotonou

Lagos Threatens Property Owners Over Late Payment Of LUC

ICRC Incorporates 158 Projects Into PPP Pipeline

We Have Strengthened Oyo Security Architecture, Says Makinde

Unilever Nigeria Grows Net Profit To N714.78m In H1

APC Sweeps Lagos, Ogun LG Polls

Stanbic IBTC Guides Investors On How To Invest In Uncertain Times

Oba Alagbado Hails NYSC Developmental Strides

Oriental Energy Resources Appoints New Managing Director

Global Poor Most Affected By COVID-19 ' NAEE

APC, PDP And The Shadow-Boxing Ahead of 2023

COVID 19: Nigerian Online Market Expands As Afrikmall Agro e-Commerce Debuts

Muslim Group Condemns Kidnapping Of Students

Okonjo-Iweala Negotiates Better Trade Deal For Nigeria

IFC Invests $25m To Boost Digital Access In Nigeria, Others

SMEDAN DG's Foundation Donates 700 Cows In Katsina

Lafarge Africa Promotes Clean Energy Environment With Gas-powered Trucks

Zulum Orders Renovation Of Police Children's School

Dangote Receives Awards For Impacting Africans

Senator Gobir Endorses Zoning Of Political Offices

A Guide To Investing In Treasury Bills

CNG Lauds President Buhari Over Katsina N6.25bn Ranching Project

Again, Mass Metering Project Suffers Setback

Police Arrest 5 Suspects, Recover AK47, Ammunition In Kaduna

Group Lauds CDS, Retired Military Officers' Security Parley

Foundation Gives Succour To Indigent Adamawa Residents

2023: The Familiar As Unknown (Part 1)

Etsu Nupe Cautions Against Tarnishing Nupe Image

Kwara Inaugurates COVID-19 Surveillance Team

Face Terrorists, Leave Kukah Alone, Ortom Tells FG

FCC Chairman Debunks Alleged Forging Of Certificate

FG, UNICEF Unveil Job, Entrepreneurship Project For 20m Nigerians

APGA, PDP, APC Not Fit For Anambra Gov'ship, ADC Tells INEC

Anambra Guber: We Won't Flout Court Order ' INEC

Group Joins Safe Water Drive For Nigerians By 2030

I Will Complete Kishi-Kaiama Road ' AbdulRazaq

Okonjo-Iweala, Abike-Dabiri Push For Diaspora Voting

Man Who Faked Wife's Kidnap Duped N1m Ransom

Army Arrests Policeman With Ammunition, Grenade In Borno

PDP Governors Meet On Constitution Amendment, Others

NCPC Boss Tasks Pilgrims On Good Conduct In Jordan



*NEW TELEGRAPH*

Igboho's trial: Olubadan sends delegation to Cotonou for proceedings

Niger Islamic school kidnappers abduct man delivering ransom

Council polls: YIAGA Africa urges Lagos Assembly to amend electoral law

Senate orders AGF to recover N76bn drawn illegally by INEC, Army, others

Yoruba Monarchs In Benin Republic Meet Over Igboho

Trump attacks Cleveland Guardians, slams US football team

Kalu hails Ebonyi gov, Umahi, at 58

JUST IN: Bandits release kidnapped students of Baptist School, Kaduna

Coalition of Mothers to media: Avoid sensational journalism

PDP, APC differ on defection of members

Suspected kidnappers arrested in Enugu hotel

Seven Cameroonian soldiers killed in Boko Haram attack

Ekiti APC congress: Buhari's aide accuses Fayemi's group of hijacking forms

Gunmen invade Kaduna police station, injure three operatives

APC clears all 20 LG Chairmanship seats in Ogun

2023: Emmanuel's legacies in industrialization, agriculture will be sustained ' Sen. Effiong Bob

Tokyo 2020: D'Tigers go down after second half push by Australia

Tokyo 2020: France leave it late to sink S'Africa, Brazil held by CIV

Tokyo 2020: Tunisia, Japan celebrate unexpected swimming gold, Australia smash world record

Tokyo 2020: Organisers report 10 more COVID-19 cases

Jigawa at the mercy of Akwa Utd in Uyo

Solskjaer signs new deal at Man United until 2024



*BLUE PRINT*

Niger Islamiyya pupils: Bandits abduct N30m ransom bearer, allege N4.6m shortfall

Nigerians in foreign jail houses

MMWGN hails release of abducted Bethel students

Breaking: Elizabeth Anyanacho bows to highly-rated Turkish Taekwondo opponent, remains in contest for 2020 Olympics medal

Tension in Abuja, masked security operatives take over court premises as Nnamdi Kanu's trial begins

Outcome of LG elections in Nigeria predictable ' CUPP scribe

APGA to boycott LG polls in Nasarawa

3 APC members in Benue face suspension as SWC meets

Pictures: BBNaija housemates wear underwear as headgear on arrival of female folks

Glo woos subscribers with new bumper package

Investors' wallet swells by N375.5bn on promising half year financials

2023: South South 'll produce next president, group insists

Cryptocurrency should be regulated not banned ' Osinbajo

Unemployment: Church launches skill acquisition training

Bayelsa govt' sets up ecosystem restoration committee

CBN's MPC meets today, may retain policy parameters ' Analysts

Anambra monarch advocates continuous nationwide sensitisation campaign on personal, environmental hygiene

Bauchi emir lauds Diri on developmental strides in Bayelsa

Be wary of sensational reportage against military-Group tasks media

Pictures: Meet BBNaija season 6 female housemates as 2021 Shine Ya Eye edition gets underway

Odds against use of Chemical fertilizers

Healing Nigeria in the spirit of Adha

Etsu Nupe urges unity among subjects

How Malami's leadership saved FG over N400bn judgment debt liability ' Apata (SAN)

Ritual killer on rampage in Imo communities, fear grips many



*BUSINESS DAY*

Five gas demand areas for Nigeria as energy transition beckons

Nigeria will overtake China as the second most populous country. How prepared is it

CBN's decision on Dangote, BUA, Flour Mills in line with sugar master plan

How Seplat is advancing sustainable energy transition through local gas utilisation

Police case (the case for international police)

FX shortage, supply cut hamper manufacturers' productivity

Crisis management on the board

PIB, the rentier state and sub-national passions

12 Nigerian start-ups emerge 2021 Africa's Business Heroes top 50 finalists

Governance, liquidity, regulation prompt companies' exit from Nigerian Exchange



*GUARDIAN*

Rangers' Israel Abia gets Eunisell Boot Award

Lewandowski voted German Player of the Year

Armed cultists nabbed in Benin

Rotary vaccinates 15 girls, gives 20 youths scholarships

NURTW chairman, three others arrested for drug trafficking

The leaders we deserve

Understanding Nigeria's rising poverty level

Against electronic transmission of election results

Open secret

Soludo will contest November 6 election

Nigeria on the precipice

Lagos State and commodities market agenda

The win-win dissolution of Nigeria

PIB, debts and way forward for Nigeria



*TRIBUNE*

Imo State indigenes tasked to compliment Ganduje's efforts to sustain peace

Anambra 2021: Activist calls for justice for Valentine Ozigbo

NPPAN to empower youths, women with free oil palm seedlings

Julius Berger to begin road diversion on Lagos'Shagamu expressway on Monday

Anambra poll: APGA's Umeoji gets 181 town unions endorsement

IPOB: Court resumes hearing of Nnamdi Kanu's trial Monday amidst tight security

Insecurity: CSO urges Nigerians to support efforts of military, other security agents

Kidnapped Bethel Baptist students will be released in batches 'President of Baptist church

We're concerned about your wellness, Lagos govt tells teachers

Aregbesola decries decline interest in reading culture, use of library

I was greeted with national strike on assumption of office as minister ' Wogu, former Minister of Labour

How highly successful leaders support their team

CBN, Reserve Bank of India set for digital currency

Lead like a woman

Heritage Bank shows commitment to sports development

Why personal branding remains key to media practitioners

Leadership: Lessons along the way ' 3

Zenith Bank board approves H1:2021 audited results, interim dividend payment

Leaders are lifelong learners: Not a mere slogan

MTN showcases entrepreneurship in new TVC series

Equities investors gain N376bn in 3 days as ASI adds 1.9% WoW

Ogun, Lagos top list of $1.69bn investment destinations in Nigeria in Q2 ' NIPC



*SPORTS*

3M Open 2021: Cameron Champ Earns 2-Stroke Win Over Louis Oosthuizen, More - Bleacher Report

5 of Britain's other swimming greats after Adam Peaty makes Olympic history - Yahoo

A nightmare debut! What's happened to Lionel Messi's Argentina team-mates from dramatic Hungary clash in 2005 - Goal

Aaron Rodgers Trade Rumors: Broncos 'Leery' of Total Cost of Acquiring Packers QB - Bleacher Report

Adam Frazier Reportedly Traded to Padres from Pirates Ahead of July 30 Deadline - Bleacher Report

Adam Peaty makes history as he earns Britain's first gold medal of Tokyo Games - Yahoo

Adam Peaty wins Olympic swimming double in style and Team GB's first Tokyo 2020 gold medal - Yahoo

Alex Yee takes silver in men's triathlon as Jonny Brownlee finishes fifth - Yahoo

Alex Yee takes triathlon silver after event delayed by shambolic false start caused by speed boat - Yahoo

Alex Yee takes triathlon silver on his Olympic debut in Tokyo - Yahoo

Alex Yee, the 'normal boy from south-east London', secures silver in Tokyo - Yahoo

Alfred Duncan on target as Fiorentina defeat Foligno 11-0 in friendly - Goal

Annemiek van Vleuten crossed the line and thought she'd won cycling gold. She hadn't - CNN

Badminton: Olofua, Anuoluwa Beaten - Thisday

Balogun Helps Rangers Beat Real Madrid In Final Pre-season Friendly - Complete Sports

Ben White's Arsenal Medical Set For This Week As Gunners Transfer Spree Continues - Daily Independent

Brazil hold Cote d'Ivoire in Olympic football, as Egypt, South Africa lose - Vanguard

British and Irish Lions: Maro Itoje urges team-mates to learn from history - BBC

Cavaliers Rumors: Cleveland Attempting to Trade for 2nd Top-10 Pick in 2021 NBA Draft - Bleacher Report

Defending champions Asante Kotoko knocked out of Ghana FA Cup - Goal

DTigers Go Down to Australia in Olympic Games Opener - Thisday

Farcical scenes at start of men's Olympic triathlon - Yahoo

Gerrard: Rangers need to polish 'diamond' Sakala after Real Madrid goal - Goal

Harrison Barnes Trade Rumors: Kings Forward Drawing 'A Lot of Interest' From Teams - Bleacher Report

Haseeb Hameed hundred helps Nottinghamshire defeat Warwickshire - Yahoo

Hockey-Belgium beat Germany 3-1 for their 2nd win in men's tournament - Yahoo

Hugo Millan Dies At Age 14 After Crash During Motorcycle Race in Spain - Bleacher Report

I want to stay in Milan forever,' says Kessi in wake of Liverpool and Spurs rumours - Goal

Jalen Suggs Rumors: Raptors 'Overwhelmingly' Expected to Take Guard in 2021 NBA Draft - Bleacher Report

Jigawa at the mercy of Akwa Utd in Uyo - New Telegraph

KATE HENSHAW A WORTHY SISTER - Thisday

Katie Ledecky Wins Silver Medal During Women's 400M Freestyle at 2021 Olympics - Bleacher Report

Kimia Alizadeh: Iranian defector from Olympic Refugee Team stuns two-time Olympic taekwondo champion - CNN

Lakers Rumors: LAL Exploring Trading Down from No. 22 Pick in 2021 NBA Draft - Bleacher Report

Lautaro Martinez: I spoke to a psychologist to improve my discipline - Goal

Lewandowski voted German Player of the Year - Guardian

Man Utd nearing Varane deal with Real Madrid - Goal

Maro Itoje warns Lions to prepare for a backlash from South Africa - Yahoo

Maro Itoje: How the Lions changed the course of history - Yahoo

Matt Parkinson stars as Manchester Originals have Birmingham Phoenix in a spin - Yahoo

Mavericks Rumors: Tim Hardaway Jr. Contract 'Prioritized' by DAL in 2021 Free Agency - Bleacher Report

Max Scherzer Trade Rumors: Mets Plan to Inquire About Nationals Ace Ahead of Deadline - Bleacher Report

Minjee Lee overcomes seven shot deficit to win her first major - Yahoo

Myles Turner Trade Rumors: Pelicans, Hornets 'Expressed Interest' in Pacers Center - Bleacher Report

Nacho Elvira dedicates dramatic Cazoo Open victory to Celia Barquin Arozamena - Yahoo

NPFL round-up: Nwankwo nets 18th goal of the season as Rangers pick away points - The Cable

Nuggets Rumors: Will Barton, JaMychal Green to Discuss New Contracts in Free Agency - Bleacher Report

Odegbami: Eye On Tokyo 2020 ' DAY 3 - Complete Sports

Okagbare Leads Nigerias Track & Field Team into Olympic Village Today - Thisday

Olympic Softball 2021 Day 5 Results: USA Defeats Japan on Kelsey Stewart Walk-Off HR - Bleacher Report

Olympic Swimming 2021: Men's 100m Breaststroke Medal Winners, Times and Results - Bleacher Report

Olympic Swimming 2021: Men's 4x100M Freestyle Relay Medal Winners and Times - Bleacher Report

Olympic Swimming 2021: Women's 100m Butterfly Medal Winners, Times and Results - Bleacher Report

Olympic Triathlon 2021: Men's Individual Medal Winners, Times and Results - Bleacher Report

Olympics Football: Sobhi reveals why Egypt lost to Argentina - Goal

Olympics-Basketball-Spain edges Korea in first game of women's group play - Yahoo

Olympics-Golf-Spain bring in Campillo as Rahm replacement - Yahoo

Olympics-Gymnastics-Too young in 2020' Olympic postponement shines spotlight on next generation - Yahoo

Olympics-Handball-Norway lay down marker with thumping of South Korea, Brazil hold ROC - Yahoo



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