*NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR SUNDAY 20TH JUNE 2021*



*THE NATION*

Buhari: Advocates of restructuring, secession, dangerous, naive

ASUU threatens fresh strike over unpaid salaries, dues

Minor hitches as 1.3m candidates sit for 2021 UTME/DE

Biafra: Southeast leaders disown IPOB, MASSOB, others

Of guns, bombs and banditry

Ekiti teenager stages own kidnap to avoid studying medicine

Tributes as Fola Alade, iconic architect, dies at 87

Sickle cell: Nigeria ranked highest globally Minister

Sickle cell: Nigeria ranked highest globally Minister

Suspected herders attack farmers in Kwara

ECOWAS to launch single currency in 2027

ECOWAS to launch single currency in 2027

Senator Tinubu partners SMEDAN to lift constituents

Fresh Kaduna, Labour showdown looms over workers sack

Buhari, SGF, governors celebrate Justice Dongban-Mensem

Ijaw may opt for self-determination, says INC president

Ibadan Gang clash: OPC may adopt self-defence

Ortom to FG: Condemn atrocities of armed herdsmen publicly

Kebbi bandits overpowered 22 policemen to abduct students Governor

How Ibidunni Ighodalos brothers tribute to sister moved everyone to tears



*VANGUARD*

Gov Emmanuel, key to unlocking A'Ibom, Nigeria's locked economic potentials ' Nigerian Govs

Sickle Cell Day: Author calls for awareness, adequate information

Indian PM writes President Buhari on health benefits of Yoga

Jigawa bye-election: INEC Chair, Prof Yakubu commends Ad-hoc staff for courageous act

My parents would've died in vain if democracy collapses ' Jamiu Abiola

Hundreds of aggrieved Kwara APC members dump party, form Kwara 'Third Force

Kaizen: Valentine Ozigbo's secret weapon

Get it right this time around, Metuh tells PDP aspirants

Anambra Decides: PDP in leadership brouhaha

Guerrilla Editorial Board

Are Forensic Accountants also Forensic Scientists' Clearing the confusion

Governors and the futile chase for an ideal successor

Part 2: How I got free flight ticket to Germany as OAU student

How Lagos designer was 'duped' of her hardearned money, how you may be in same shoes

President Buhari's timely commendation of the military

Local governments: Buhari's guided missile

Borrowing a leaf from Sanwo-Olu in tackling insecurity [opinion]

The future of trade between Europe and Africa: The new scramble for Africa is on

OPINION: 'Never forget' tragic happenings at Lekki Toll Gate

13 years on, LSSTF stands tall

Confluence of peace, charity joins his ancestors: Tribute to Ogiame Ikenwoli, The Olu of Warri

Lauretta Onochie and the burden of partisanship, by Onyeisi Chiemeke

Lack of democracy at the local government level prevent grassroots development

Suddenly the president is talking

Much Ado about INEC nominations

Why access to customer data is essential for business performance [opinion]

Sam Omatseye : 60-gun salute to the literary General

Don't Worry About A Thing

2023: Paradigm shift or more of the same

On the increasing possibility of Nigeria's disintegration (4)

Ogun Press Centre: Segun Osoba's homage to homecoming

Why it's hard to love Nigeria!

Why there is resistance to COVID-19 vaccine in Africa ' CoDA

Grazing routes, bandit routes, and growth routes

Health authorities declare Ebola outbreak in Guinea over

Obaseki demolishes loyalist hotel in Benin

ANAMBRA 2021: With a good candidate, APC'll be unstoppable ' Moghalu

My boss tortured me comatose over N50 airtime, N200 panadol

Going to Mecca and Jerusalem

Elume bridge where kidnappers hold sway

Go to 'unknown gunmen' for their bodies, Police tell families of victims killed in Abia

We contributed money to build market, now they want to impose N1.2m on us' Anambra traders



*THISDAY*

The Cost of Inflation

Local Content Act, 11 Years After

Should Rising Oil Prices be a Problem for Nigeria

ADETOLA SALAU: Tech Integration into Education, Potent Force for Prosperity

BoI-Purple Partnership, Game-Changer in Hospitality, Entertainment

Chivita Launches Chivita Active Zest in a new Can Format

Standard Bank Partners Microsoft to Boost Growth in Nigeria, Africa

Power Oil Launches Thematic Campaign on Healthy Heart

1st Empire Nightlife Opens in Asaba

CITN Announces New Executives

Teens & Tweens Summit Holds Amid Excitement, Hopes

The Many Complications of Biafra

Dividends of Buharis Summer Revelations

The Rise of Ethnic Nationalism

Euro 2020: Germany Win Six-goal Thriller with Portugal

A Reawakening of Buhari

Bendel Insurance FC Reject Ruling on Remo Stars

Key Takeaways from Buharis Arise Interview

Kaduna: Confronting Education Sector Challenges

Portugal, Germany Jostle for Round of 16 Ticket

Bright Osayi-Samuel: Torn Between Two Scottish Top Clubs

Two Years After, How Has Gbajabiamilas House Fared

Vaccinations: Silver Linings, But Serious Challenges Ahead

ABDULAHI GANDUJE Judiciary Is Already Independent, Else We Wont Agree When...

Governorship Ambition Tears Rotimi Akeredolu, Bunmi Ojo Apart

Akinwunmi Ambode: The Teachers Son Turns 58



*PUNCH* 

UTME: System glitch leaves candidates stranded in Lagos, Abuja

Curbing destruction of public facilities

My 1981 encounter with Buhari showed hes tribalistic Ex-Man OWar leader

Banditry: Nine Kebbi pupils, teachers rescued, three dead, 90 still missing

Its taboo to conspire against monarchs, says Ooni

22 years after democracy, women still crawling in politics

Ogun APC members accuse chairmanship candidate of certificate forgery

Nigeria lost N851bn to oil theft, sabotage NEITI

Osun APC nullifies suspension of Aregbesolas ally

FG to auction N150bn bonds in June

My brother begged in vain to live for his pregnant wife, kids Relative of DSS man killed by soldiers during argument

Third Force: Kwara APC crisis deepens, members tear party cards, burn brooms

Telcos lament forex scarcity, seek CBN intervention

Asset declaration: EFCC issues final warning, targets over 120 bank MDs, top executives

Tech investment will boost per capita income, GDP Onu

Analysis of Grazing Reserves Law

China hopes to further develop ties with Africa

Game-changing hydroponic farming offers solutions to food insecurity

Relatives anxious over whereabouts of newborns dad, two others arrested by unknown soldiers

Weve govt order to recover farm estate lands nationwide Ikonne

Dangote truck torched after crushing motorcyclist, passenger to death

Controversy surrounds alleged killing of Super TV CEO

Nigerian businesses accused of breaching privacy rights

10 killed in fresh Benue clash as three regain freedom

A few questions for Buhari

MTN Group set to deploy new technology

State of Nigerias e-commerce industry: Growth and challenges

How fear of litigation, safety concerns are fuelling caesarean section delivery Gynaecologists

LG partners with MTV Bases parent company

Where is your pain

December not feasible for CBN digital currency launch Experts

Restructuring as abracadabra

Adequate road infrastructurell lead to strong economy Sanwo-Olu

Nigerias medicinal plant: Syzygium samarangense (Java apple)

Reps invite AMCON over recovered Diezani allies assets

Stop Tinubu from controlling Alpha Beta, ex-MD begs court

Weve donated blood over 100 times to save lives of people we dont know Voluntary blood donors

Oyo community where dairy business generates cool cash, peace among Fulani, Yoruba farmers

Why I featured Davido, Ice Prince Holmes

South-East leaders disown IPOB, other secessionist groups, Fayemi knocks agitators

Despite high cases of kidney disease, Nigeria has only 250 nephrologists

Family blames Edo hospitals for death of 19-year-old sickle cell patient

Professional negligence: 120 medical practitioners under probe, 70 facing trial

Ive been fighting bandits in my dreams since my father died Joe El

Drug abusers should be treated, not arrested, jailed Expert

I love reading, writing poetry Abubakar Suleiman

31 states lack insurance cover for workers

Evening of Classics stirs up nostalgia

My mother was against me playing football but now shes happy Azeez

Runway lights collapse at Lagos airport, international flights diverted, rescheduled

I have no regrets relocating to Nigeria Anto Lecky

Iodine deficiency in pregnancy can cause deafness, neurological conditions in children Nutritionists

I felt awkward kissing a friends husband in movie Queeneth Agbor

Nigerian varsities cant do without armed security men Ogunbodede, OAU VC

Its wrong helping people in exchange for sex Mummy Wa

Nigerians will choose between Tinubu and others in 2023 Senator Durojaiye

Only gift of 30mll make me cut my hair Uti Nwachukwu

Death in Ivory Tower: Blind undergraduates electrocution sparks suicide controversy in UNN

Alex Ekubo celebrates Yomi Casual on acquisition of new home



*DAILY TIMES*

Buhari committed to economic diversification Lai Mohammed

Counter Insurgency: COAS visits wounded troops in hospital

Anambra guber: Ezeife reiterates support for Sen. Ekwunife

Thousands of APC members dump party, Burn brooms in Kwara

United Arab emirates lifts ban on travels between Dubai & Nigeria

Igbo man marries beautiful Fulani woman in colorful wedding Photos

Jonathan, Adesina Join Buhari in Ghana For ECOWAS summit

Biafra: Southeast Govs Disown IPOB, Set To Engage Members

1.3million candidates write UTME across Nigeria

ECOWAS leaders vow to sustain democratic culture in sub-region

UTME: Students, parents complain of poor network, malfunctioning of computers

Portugal set unwanted Euros record after being hit for four by Germany

Euro 2020: Ronaldo matches Klose record in defeat against Germany

Official: Depay completes move to Barcelona

Tekno: Why i cant date one woman



*NEW TELEGRAPH*

Anambra: Africa's budding subnational economy

Fuel Subsidy: FG in dilemma over rising oil prices

War risk insurance driving inflation, says Capt Iheanacho

Igbo'll be worst hit if Nigeria disintegrates 'Okorocha

S'East govs, leaders: Ndigbo under threat in Nigeria

UAE lifts travel ban on Nigeria

Ijaw: We want to quit Nigeria

MTN to increase Nigerians' share in company by 14%

Yakassai: Presidency liable for Nigeria's problems

Anambra Guber: Panic grips APGA, PDP over parallel candidates

Sterling Bank supports Nollywood, advocates monetisation of intellectual property

COVID-19: U.S commits $2bn to vaccine drive in Nigeria, others

Anger over airfield lighting failure at Lagos airport

Banditry: Protesters block Kaduna-Abuja road over incessant attacks

NPA moves to improve transit time, security on Tincan Port

Anambra Guber: I want to return people's confidence in governance ' Moghalu

Anambra guber: Ezeife reportedly dumps Ekwunife, backs Valentine Ozigbo

Euro 2020: Lewandowski denies Spain first win to keep Poland in

Euro 2020: Germany come from behind to win thriller against Portugal

Euro 2020: Griezmann saves France as Hungary earn famous point in Budapest

AFN Olympic Trials: Echikunwoke is main attraction on Day 3

Euro 2020: Impressive Scotland frustrate England in Wembley draw

Ex-Finance minister, Adeosun, is back to limelight

Nigerians're extraordinary in fashion 'Joy Kelecha Abuda



*BLUE PRINT*

BAFEM CUP 2021: Football best way out of insecurity ' Bamisile

NAF working steadily in right direction

Breaking: Germany beat Portugal, return to Euro winning ways

Amina Mohammed reappointed UN Deputy Secretary-General

NDPHC's Lafia substation ready for commissioning ' Official

Breaking: Anxiety as residents block Abuja-Kaduna highway, protest bandits' attack, stranded travellers groan

Foundation pays exam fees for 300 students in Nasarawa

Tokyo Olympics qualifiers: Nigeria name final Beach Volleyball squad

Goje: The case of manning APC

Antonio Guterres gets second term appointment as UN Secretary-General

Ex- Zamfara gov Yari subsidizes 30,000 bags of fertilizer to farmers

In Nasarawa, ActionAid empowers 750 youths with N38m equipment



*THE SUN*

APC passes vote of confidence in Buhari, Sylva over performance

Futility of Buhari's cattle grazing routes

1999 Constitution is of dubious ancestry ' Senator Ndoma-Egba

Devolution of powers: Only way to rescue Nigeria ' Shonibare, SDP national chairman

Dot-in-circle: Amechi lambasts Buhari

2023: I won't cede power to politicians who can't win elections in their domains- Buhari

Enugu APC passes vote of confidence in Senator Eze

President of Ibadan Tennis Club Prince Oluwole Akinyooye says' Money, influence key to running successful Sports Club in Nigeria

Anambra 2021: Bayelsa dep gov predicts victory for PDP

Moffi: My invitation to Eagles still a shock

APC passes vote of confidence on Buhari, Sylva over performance

Ighalo, wife fight dirty

Anambra 2021: Bayelsa Deputy Governor predicts victory for PDP

NPFL: MFM FC rejects NFF's decision, take case to FIFA

Sports remain tool that unifies Nigeria 'Ikegboo

Sterling Bank advocates monetisation of intellectual property

Addressing vaccination deficiency key to reviving African economies ' AfDB

Pressure Mali to return to democratic rule, Buhari urges ECOWAS leaders

Ending vaccination deficiency vital to reviving African economies AfDB

Ezinne and Ndubuisi: Clergy urge newly wed to embrace Gods love

Equip youths for fulfilled life, Bishop Okoye tells FG

Fathers Day: Globacom celebrates Nigerian men

Archbishop Martins approves Lagos charismatic institute

Why I encourage Nigerians to pray for country Obi

Sanwo-Olu shows his hand

Condemnation trails comments on machete attack call on Chimamanda Adichie

Broad daylight hypocrisy

AG victimizing varsity teachers despite Buharis intervention Maigoro, UNIJOS ASUU chairman

Low back pain as a result of constipation

Minor hiccups as over 1.4m candidates begin 2021 UTME

Parents, take care of yourselves

Constitutional amendment and state policing in Nigeria

Long life lessons from 3 centenarians

Ok, so who are you marrying' Rick or Dennis

Mysteries of faith (8)

The time is near

Ebubeagu, Amotekun: Weak Leopard in Southeast

Yoruba pushing to sharpen the leopards fangs

What God told me about Nigeria Pastor Kify Duruji

NIN: How contractors came to United States, charged those in Diaspora $50 per applicant Key, ex-NIDO Americas Chair

Old age has been friendly with me, says 89-year-old Mama Badejo

Factionalising banditry: Gumis advice to FG satanic Lekan-Ojo Fatoye, Security expert

Therell never be peace if Biafra, Oduduwa republics are created Salisu, Livestock Breeders Association of Nigeria spokesman

Buharis Arise Television interview

How VIOs lured me into producing fake diplomatic vehicle number plates for criminals Suspect

T.B. Joshua: There was a man I knew

Ben Ayade: Beyond the faade of nationalism

Geobek plans to birth new African music stars

Nigerian Idol heats up as contestants dazzle judges

My pointed nose, boobs, my selling point Titi Adeoye, actress



*GUARDIAN*

Driving the point home

We'll explore all avenues to get justice, MFM FC's director declares

Alba backs Spain to deliver in pressure game against Slovakia

I was expecting more, admits Spain coach Luis Enrique after another draw

Germany brush aside holders Portugal to resurrect Euro 2020 hopes

Barcelona sign Depay on free transfer from Lyon

Deschamps admits Hungary draw 'not what we wanted

Germany under pressure against Ronaldo's Portugal at Euro 2020

Sports Ministry appoints Mikel Obi as Ambassador

Heavy security presence at JAMB approved CBT Centres in Ebonyi

Police arrest teenager who staged own kidnap to avoid studying medicine

Fire from Chinese restaurant ignited gas leak from Lagos truck ' LASEMA

2021 UTME: Candidates say power outage delays exams

Police arrest bandit, recover AK47 rifle in Kaduna

Truck crushes 2 on motorcycle to death in Ogun

Bauchi residents lament erratic power supply

Does God still rule in Nigeria's affairs

Voter apathy characterise bye-election in Kaduna

Race and class under ANC rule by Ebrahim Harvey

NEMA advises residents as another tanker crashes, spills content in Lagos

Bauchi health agency deploys 180 workers to contain gastroenteritis

Five dead in Belgium school collapse

First ride on train in 45 years

Brazil tops 500,000 Covid-19 deaths: minister

Iran summons UK envoy over alleged attacks on expat voters

Malawi runs out of coronavirus vaccines as second jabs due

Ethiopians pray for peaceful vote ahead of key election

Three dead, two missing under Belgium school collapse

Queen attends Royal Ascot for first time since Philip's death

Afghan president replaces security ministers as Taliban advance

WHO declares an end to second Ebola outbreak in Guinea

Dual life is the new superpower

Effect of noise pollution on hearing in Nigeria

The renovation, reopening of Chibok school

Stakeholders chart way for creative, cultural industries

SPDC, Imo community differ on oil spill

Intermodal transportation... Commuting with comfort in Lagos

Enugu to prosecute COVID-19 Violators

Borno earmarks N88.5m to train 1,050 civil servants

Yoruba youths kick against Onochie's nomination as INEC commissioner

While she is waiting to get married

Southeast governors, leaders request protection of Ndigbo living in North



*TRIBUNE*

UN cries out: 4.4 million North Eastern Nigerians dying of hunger

The socialist approach

Nigeria needs iron hand to come out of its problems 'Agboola

Restructuring is not going to be easy 'Ajayi

COVID-19: UAE lifts travel ban on Nigeria, passengers to undergo test at Dubai Airport

South-East governors reject IPOB's calls for secession

Fintech: TeamApt reiterates commitment to transform financial services in Africa



*SPORTS*

76ers' Doc Rivers Backs Joel Embiid's Officiating Complaints: 'I Think He's Right - Bleacher Report

AFN Olympic Trials: Echikunwoke is main attraction on Day 3 - New Telegraph

Alba backs Spain to deliver in pressure game against Slovakia - Guardian

Allyson Felix: 'I want my legacy to be one of someone who fought for women - CNN

American Ryan Crouser breaks shot put world record - CNN

Amrouche ready to step down as Botswana coach after Cosafa Cup - Goal

Analysis: Laboured Spain proving a tough watch for home fans - Yahoo

Ashes fears for Olly Stone after third back stress fracture ends fast bowler's summer - Yahoo

Athletics-Richardson seizes spot on Team USA; Felix continues bid - Yahoo

Barcelona sign Depay on free transfer from Lyon - Guardian

Bendel Insurance FC Reject Ruling on Remo Stars - Thisday

Bright Osayi-Samuel: Torn Between Two Scottish Top Clubs - Thisday

Caf Champions League: Esperance 0-1 Al Ahly: Red Devils grab first-leg advantage - Goal

Caf Champions League: Wydad Casablanca 0-1 Kaizer Chiefs - Resilient Amakhosi stun Red Castle - Goal

Canadiens' Dominique Ducharme Reportedly Isolating for 14 Days After Positive Test - Bleacher Report

Chris Paul Ruled out for Suns vs. Clippers Game 1 Due to Health Protocols - Bleacher Report

College baseball pitcher dies after complications from Tommy John surgery - CNN

Cricket-De Kock misses ton but S.Africa in control of second Windies test - Yahoo

Deontay Wilder Wants 'Revenge' vs. Tyson Fury: 'My Mind Is Very Violent Right Now - Bleacher Report

Deschamps admits Hungary draw 'not what we wanted - Guardian

Devin Booker Says 'Suns in 4' Fan from Viral Video Is a 'Pretty Wholesome Guy - Bleacher Report

Dustin Johnson Moves to 1 Under Overall with 3rd-Round 68 at 2021 US Open - Bleacher Report

England captain Kane holds no Southgate grudge after being subbed off amid misfiring Euro 2020 start - Goal

England v India: Heather Knight wants five-day women's Tests after latest draw - BBC

Euro 2020 matchday 10: Wales target win over Italy to set up date at Wembley - Yahoo

Euro 2020 matchday nine: Germany assure 'group of death' is alive and kicking - Yahoo

Euro 2020: Are Spain missing a fear factor after another lacklustre draw - BBC

Euro 2020: Germany come from behind to win thriller against Portugal - New Telegraph

Euro 2020: Germany Win Six-goal Thriller with Portugal - Thisday

Euro 2020: Griezmann saves France as Hungary earn famous point in Budapest - New Telegraph

Euro 2020: Impressive Scotland frustrate England in Wembley draw - New Telegraph

Euro 2020: Lewandowski denies Spain first win to keep Poland in - New Telegraph

Euro 2020: Lewandowski header denies Spain win as Germany beat Portugal in six-goal thriller - The Cable

Euro 2020: Lewandowski's Strike Keeps Poland's Knockout Hopes Alive After Draw vs Spain - Complete Sports

Euro 2020: Ronaldo matches Klose record in defeat against Germany - Daily Times

Euro 2020: Spain 1-1 Poland full match reaction and quotes: La Roja 'frustrated' with disappointing draw - Goal

Euro 2020: Wales travel to Italy's Roman fortress for final group game - BBC

Ex-Ghana U17 captain Ayiah does not regret Monaco move - Goal

Former Wigan Athletic coach Jewell advises Crystal Palace on Zaha dependence - Goal

From 'brink of disaster' to 'mesmerising contenders' - Germany pile pressure on Portugal - BBC

Gareth Southgate wary of expecting too much from England's young stars - Yahoo

Germany brush aside holders Portugal to resurrect Euro 2020 hopes - Guardian

Germany secures impressive victory against Portugal at Euro 2020 - CNN

Germany under pressure against Ronaldo's Portugal at Euro 2020 - Guardian

Giannis Powers Bucks to Thrilling Game 7 OT Win to Eliminate Kevin Durant, Nets - Bleacher Report

Golf-'Goosebumps' as Canadian Hughes sees maiden major title in reach - Yahoo

Golf-McIlroy targets final-round 68 at U.S. Open - Yahoo

Golf-Reality check ends fairytale Bland run at U.S. Open - Yahoo

He doesn't work much' - Hazard is an amazing player but an 'awful' trainer, Mourinho charges - Goal

Hurricanes' Jaccob Slavin Named 2020-21 Lady Byng Memorial Trophy Winner - Bleacher Report

I want to learn from him' ' Lugano's Sasere rejects Ba rivalry talk - Goal

I was expecting more, admits Spain coach Luis Enrique after another draw - Guardian

Ighalo, wife fight dirty - The Sun

James Harden Reveals Severity of Hamstring Injury After Nets' Game 7 Loss - Bleacher Report

Joey Votto Gifts Signed Ball to Young Reds Fan After Getting Ejected vs. Padres - Bleacher Report

Kaizer Chiefs player ratings after Wydad Casablanca win: Bvuma and Nurkovic outstanding - Goal

Katie Ledecky Dominates 800M Freestyle Final, Qualifies for Tokyo Olympics - Bleacher Report

Lewandowski Saves Poland As Spain's Morata Misses Rebound Of Redemption - Daily Independent

Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen remain central to tyre debate at French GP - BBC



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