*NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR SATURDAY 1ST MAY 2021*



*THE NATION*

Man United confident of Cavani stay

Mbappe suffers right calf injury

Ramos out of Osasuna clash

CR7: Ronaldo is frustrated and lonely at Juventus

Guess who just bagged university degree

Pressure mounts on Oluwo as women lobby for him

Helen Prest-Ajayi remembers hubby in style

Adegunwa shows support for music

CBN orders First Bank to recover loans from Honeywell Flour Mills

NDLEA trails syndicate over N30bn money laundering scheme

Okowa to EFCC: Take over NDDCs forensic audit

Pfizer, BioNTech seek EUs approval to use COVID-19 vaccine on kids

Over 30,000 citizens vaccinated in Nasarawa NSPHCDA

COVID-19: NAFDAC approves Pfizer Biotech Vaccine for emergency use authorisation

May Day: Workers never had it so bad, says Atiku

Gov Ortom no longer cares

A governor and his prophecies

Anambra 2021: Did attack slow Soludo down

2023: Can PDP governors reposition party for victory

Rotimi Salami: Im a success with love from female fans

Zenith Banks profit after tax rises by 5% in Q1 2021

NNPC not in financial straits Obateru



*VANGUARD*

Insecurity: Umahi seeks reconciliation, negotiations with bandits in Ebonyi

Don't loose hope in Nigeria, Obaseki urges Nigerian youths

No plans by APC Reps to dump party, says Doguwa

Nwaebili commends Obiano as Anambra airport records maiden flight

Girls education key to progressive society, Sanwo-Olu

Woman arrested for using children as beggars in Lagos

Biometrics: Gombe govt suspends 668 workers

Local vigilante helping us to address insecurity ' Governor Zulum

2023, Benue South and power shift agitation [Opinion]

Give the Ogbole sisters justice in Belgium

NAFDAC approves Pfizer -BioTech COVID-19 Vaccine for use in Nigeria

Buhari reappoints Runsewe, others

Workers' Day: TEC Pastor, Akinlabi hails resilience of Nigerian workers

How we transmitted 5,801.6MW to DISCOs without hitch ' TCN

My predecessor's housing projects are now miscreants' den ' Abiodun

Security Challenges: Buhari vows to defeat forces of evil

Zungeru Hydro Electricity Dam ready to commence full operations ' Niger govt

2023: Many APC Reps 've indicated interest to join PDP ' Elumelu, Minority Leader

Insecurity: Lagos bans illegal occupation of abandoned, uncompleted buildings

Alleged N10bn scam: Secondus demands N1bn, retraction from Afegbua

SPAC Nation's Pastor, Tobi Adegboyega supports dream of aspiring pilot with $10,000-course-fee

Invite Akpabio to name 'APC leaders with terrorism elements', PDP urges DSS

Attacks on S'East: We must explore all options of negotiation ' Stakeholders urge Igbo

Tambuwal, Okowa, Darius, others grace PDP national caucus meeting

Insecurity: let's forget about 2023, mend fences ' Umahi

Pan-African Parliament: Nigeria'll support Mali's Presidential candidate ' Gbajabiamila pledges

OGSIEC releases local government election timetable

NGX moves 328.39m shares worth N3.11bn in positive trading

2023: Kwara APC Youths demand Presidential seat for North Central

Conversion of Enugu polling points not politically induced ' REC

Adefisayo lauds PwCChess4Change tourney

Lagos woos women to judo

Enugu Rangers' enthusiasts celebrate Ugwuanyi's jinx breaking spirit

Simy Nwankwo, not Ighalo deserves Eagles recall ' Dr Tijani Yusuf

Obiyio, Umeh win Palle Group Kitty for charity

In death, Sankara marches from victory to victory

The diabolical silence of the Igbo elite

Follow me to the market

Victims, casualties and profiteers of the malaria war

US announces priority appointments for student visa applicants

UNILAG sets date for 2018/2019 graduates' convocation

Why we're honouring health experts with 'Healthcare Excellence' Award 2021 ' PharmAccess, NHEA 2021

Don wants evidence against COVID-19 vaccine

Bayelsa community, soldiers clash over alleged stolen crude oil

Driver, 39, in court for alleged N14m car theft

FCT: Police launch clampdown on tinted vehicles, covered number plates



*THISDAY*

LCCI e-commerce group will Drive conducive policy, regulatory framework for sector DG

Liverpool Take Top-four Battle to Old Trafford

Lagos Commissioner Hails PwCChess4Change Tourney

Fans Return for Premier League Matches Mid-May

Palace Manager Corroborates Rohrs Opinion on Ebere Eze

Fury-Jushua Fight Dead in Water, Says Arum

Ex-Junior International Adamu Axed from Todays Menemenspor Game for Indiscipline

La Liga, Serie A Games on DStv, GOtv this Weekend

YSFON Commences Oduduwa Unity Cup Prelims in Ibadan

Onuachu Makes History, Reaches 30 League Goals Mark

No Grudge against Rohr over Super Eagles Snub, Says Simi Nwankwo

Lionel Messi Sets Condition for Barca Stay

FIBA, NBBF Launch Mentorship Programme for Retired Professionals

Health Experts Counsel UEFA to Allow Wembley Host UCL Final



*PUNCH*
 
Why Pantami needs to step aside for investigation PFN Leader

Buhari criticism: Presidency opens can of worms on Mbaka, clerics supporters kick

Notorious bandit leader who masterminded Kankara abduction killed

Why fuel subsidy cant continue FG

Killings: Presidencys response to criticism shows Fulani bias, Ortom insists

Indian strain: Nigeria at risk of COVID-19 third wave, expert warns

Police continue VIP duties as bandits, terrorists kill over 269 in April

Insecurity: Umahi, INEC disagree over 2023 election dates announcement

Before stardom withDaniel Lloyd

ICAN president advises 1,628 members on new skills

Nigeria needs motivated workforce to defeat pandemic Adewole

FG rules out major electricity tariff hike

My favouritewith Monisola Osibodu

NNPC denies financial struggle, cites bloated fuel subsidy

First Bank implements CBN directive on new board

Oandos AGM suspension: Litigation still ongoing, says SEC

Fast-track PIB passage, NUPENG urges National Assembly

Fast-track PIB passage, NUPENG urges National Assembly

FG approves implementation of adjustment to pension benefits

Confed Cup: Enyimba not taking Pyramids clash lightly

AFN kicks as Dare dissolves federations

Mum told me to pray when I discouraged her from attending Lagos partyDaughter of hospital worker who died in auto crash

Days our children spent in bandits dens in Katsina, Niger, others were the most traumatic of our lives Parents

My abductors got N600,000 ransom, gave me N500 and requested prayers Oyo farmer

Nine die in Benue, Delta herders attack, market levy tussle

Seven ways to manage diabetes

Many displaced as suspected herders burn houses in Nasarawa community

Lessons from a loss (I)

Your virginity mustnt be for sale (I)

Some simple rituals are secret to a lasting marriage

Im third person to make first class in my family Ahmadu, EKSU graduate

Saturday PUNCH reviews CCTV evidence: Baba Ijesha seen kissing, fondling female minor

If I have second chance at life, Id still join police AIG Abubakar-Baju

Cross River, Nasarawa, Bauchi plan anti-corruption agencies after Lagos

May Day: Workers conditions have worsened under Buhari, say ASUU, Atiku

Invest or go broke, Teni advises entertainers

The Voice Nigeria wraps up auditions

Nollywood doesnt need Oscar to be taken seriously Dakore Egbuson-Akande

Sexual assault: Ojo, Amusa, others condemn Baba Ijesha

I had to choose between greatness and death Burna Boy

Rapists should face death penalty or castration Tonto Dikeh



*DAILY TIMES*

Minimum wage: PTAD gets presidential approval to implement pension benefits

Revenue projection not a reflection of our overall financial standing NNPC clarifies

WHO caution against relaxed COVID-19 measures

May Day: APC salutes Nigeria workers

Buhari reappoints Runsewe for another four years

EFCC arrests banker for alleged N34m fraud

Terrorism: Invite Akpabio for questioning, PDP urges DSS

Buharis govt wont go down, Akpabio boasts

Why Father Mbaka wants Buhari impeached- Presidency

Jubilation as test flights land at Anambra airport

Romance scandal: Egba Traditional Council, Osile disown Ogun monarch

Kano sacks Health officials over rape, abortion, others

Chinonso Eze: Sentence to 20yrs in jail over love scam, duping woman of N26m online

Chibok Girls: House moves to investigate N500m school rehabilitation fund

Insurgency: Blame President Buhari, Military Law maker

House Speaker receives Malis candidate for Pan-African Parliament position

I dont have issues with people who go for liposuction- Chioma Ifemeludike

How Baba Ijesha molested 14-yearold minor in my care Princess

Engagement with the Nigerian left

Shocking news from FUOYE (2)



*NEW TELEGRAPH*

NAFDAC approves Pfizer-Biotech COVID-19 vaccine for use in Nigeria

Terrorism: Invite Akpabio for questioning, PDP tells DSS

Experts commend CBN's intervention in First Bank

Presidency: Fr. Mbaka begged Buhari for contracts

Release of election timetable: Conducting election amid worsening insecurity risky, dicey ' Ezeife, Arogbofa

INSECURITY: BUHARI'S REQUEST TO RELOCATE AFRICOM NOT UNDER ASSESSMENT NOW 'U.S. OFFICIAL

WORKERS' DAY' Atiku, Lawan, Kalu, others salute workers

First Bank assures customers, stakeholders of unhindered operations

Again, herdsmen attack two LGA's in Benue, kill 5 people

Kaduna bandits kill 323, kidnap 949 in 3 months

First Bank assures customers, stakeholders of unhindered operations

AfCFTA: FG to register more employers' associations

AstraZeneca reports COVID vaccine sales of $275m

Unless insecurity is addressed, 2023 election is dicey 'Afenifere Sec Gen, Arogbofa

Pinnick, others wanted me to become NFF president 'Kalu

Super stars, super entrepreneurs

More controversies as minister dissolves all sports federations' boards

Oyo, Ekiti shine as 4th MP Tiger Tennis ends

Women league's success, challenge to NPFL

EPL: Evans header rescues point for Leicester against 10-man Saints

Confed Cup: Enyimba draw Egypt's Pyramid



*BLUE PRINT*

Incorporate Buratai, other ex-service chiefs in security architecture, PFN tells Buhari

Northeast insecurity: Group heaps blame on ex-Borno gov

Ekeji thumbs up dissolution of sports federation boards

Excitement as 2 Airpeace aircrafs test-run Anambra Int'l passenger, cargo airport

VIDEO: Watch as First flight lands in Anambra airport

FG issues shoot-at-sight order against Prisons' attackers, fleeing inmates

Bala urges states, LGs to implement VAPP law

FG begins Rivers to Borno rail line rehabilitation

Bill seeking more 111 NASS seats for women passes second reading

Nigeria: 4,556 violently killed, 2,860 kidnapped in 2020 ' CISLAC

Nigeria has 32% stunted kids, ranks second globally ' el-Rufa'i

Gunmen kill 323, kidnap 949 in 3 months in Kaduna, troops kill 64 bandits

FG send 33 aid volunteers to African, Caribbean, Pacific nations

Labour leaders, workers task FG on good governance, welfare, others

Buhari re-appoints NCAC, NTDC, NFVCB bosses

Buhari endorses national minimum wage in pension payment

Omo-Agege mourns Olu of Warri, congratulates successor-designate

FRSC mulls partnership with special marshals in Akwa Ibom

Corruption killing Nigeria ' Ganduje

Insecurity: Buhari must take responsibility now ' Sen. Gyang

Yobe: NDE trains 34 indigenes on environmental beautification

Breaking: NAFDAC certifies Pfizer-BionTech COVID-19 vaccine

Oyo govt committed to zero tuition fees policy ' SUBEB chair

Police clamp down on tinted vehicles, covered number plates

Kano deserves kudos over pollution control ' FG



*THE SUN*

Buhari's actions encouraging secessionists 'Pa Ayo Adebanjo

North not enjoying dividends of democracy under Buhari 'ACF spokesman

Anambra guber: PDP clears Okonkwo, Ekwunife, Ozigbo, 13 other aspirants for June 26 primaries

Fr. Mbaka asked for compensation for supporting Buhari ' Presidency

Anambra PDP: Between contenders and pretenders

MAY DAY 2021 SPECIAL: Nigerian workers at breaking point

MAY DAY 2021 SPECIAL: Government mustn't shy away from fixing the power sector 'Lateef Oyelekan, NUFBTE President

MAY DAY 2021 SPECIAL: Minimum wage bill is dead on arrival 'Anthony Abakpa, NUBIFIE President

My regret for Enyimba, sports in Nigeria ' Kalu

MAY DAY 2021 SPECIAL: It's been very difficult for workers and an average Nigerian to survive 'Goke Olatunji, NUCFRLANMPE President

MAY DAY 2021 SPECIAL: We are calling for a general wage review 'Bashir Alade Lawal, ASCSN Secretary General

Dare dissolves boards of 31 federations

MAY DAY 2021 SPECIAL: Some Employers did so many things inimical to the growth of workers under the pretence of COVID-19 'Segun David, CANMPSSAN President

CAF Confederation Cup draws: Enyimba to face Pyramids, moves up in African club rankings

We're not broke -NNPC

Stage set for blockbuster UEFA Champions League Semi-Final phase

CBN swoops on Otudeko's Honeywell Plc, orders loan repayment in 48 hours

1960Bet Signs Shirt Sponsorship Deal with Y.G Football Club

Workers' Day: We'll resist non-payment of minimum wage 'NLC, TUC

Basketball: Committing to Nigeria was easy- Amy Okonkwo

FG charges NEXIM Bank to boost real sector funding

CAF CUP quarter finals: Kalu congratulates Enyimba FC

Insecurity: Im prepared to defeat you, Buhari warns insurgents, bandits, others

Ebubeagu not formed to fight IPOB, ESN SEast Govs.

Fani-Kayode roots for restructuring, lauds, Kanu, Igboho

Enugu Rangers enthusiasts celebrate Ugwuanyis resilience

Kaduna: Bandits kill 323, kidnap 949 in 3 months

So, why does Mike Adenuga give

World Malaria Day: NGO takes battle to Lagos community

Minimum wage: Buhari approves payment of consequential adjustment to pensioners

Asari Dokubo condemns attacks on police, others in South-East

Make service to Nigeria your watchword, Glo charges workers

Ikonso exposed!

Revenge attack

What I will do differently as IGP Alkali Baba

How agriculture can end insecurity in Nigeria Opara, Chairman CSS Global Integrated Farms

Happy Workers Day

I get depressed when men drool over my boobs Kemi Ikuseedun (Mummy Wa)

I can never have sex on TV ChillyB

Baba Ijesha may be jailed for life as Lagos lists charges



*GUARDIAN*

Madagascar suspend French coach who plotted downfall of Nigeria

Inter on brink of Serie A title as Juve battle for Champions League spot

Lagos outlaws illegal occupation of abandoned buildings over security challenges

Digital marketing is vital for youth development

Okun-Obadore Community protest alleged encroachment of farmlands

Umahi seeks reconciliation, negotiations with bandits in Ebonyi

Anambra airport records maiden flight

EFCC arrests Access Bank staff over N34m fraud

Chad army says killed 'several hundred' rebels

Car bomb blamed on Taliban kills 21 in Afghan city

Coup, pandemic driving half of Myanmar into poverty: UN

Madagascar cracks down on virus reporting: rights group

Benin's Talon sees no pardon for political foes

US urges WHO assembly to include Taiwan

Sweden's king marks 75th birthday without pomp

Lukaku may return to Chelsea

Team Nigeria missing at World Athletics relays in Poland

The rise and rise of power of athletes

Betway donates gym equipment to promote fitness in Ikorodu

Klopp says Champions League won't affect Liverpool's transfer plans

Profit-taking hits US stocks, Europe shrugs off recession

Man Utd don't want Super League revival, says Woodward

Amazon caps blockbuster Big Tech earnings reports

Barca's Koeman to miss crucial title clashes after two-match ban for referee 'disrespect

Twitter shares crushed after disappointing quarterly results

Adeduntan resumes as FirstBank CEO

SMEs must leverage email marketing, Ekundayo

CapitalSage Limited reiterates commitment to operational expansion and service excellence

Civilian casualty in fighting insurgency

Board members kick as minister dissolves 31 sporting federations

May day: No new song for Nigerian workers

Zero FAAC allocation: AGF douses tension, says news remains rumour

Man City season 'extra special' due to fixture stress, says Guardiola

Inside story of arson, killings as unknown gunmen terrorise Southeast

Chelsea face uphill task in bid for historic final

Ups and downs in our careers are part of the learning curve

IGP redeploys Anambra CP, 14 others

Okada, articulated vehicles take over Lagos highways

Anambra 2021: Moghalu tasks stakeholders on loyalty, as Okonkwo meets delegates



*TRIBUNE*

Nigeria records 55 new COVID-19 infections, total now 165,110

Prime kidnap locations in Oyo revealed, govt mounts cameras

May Day: Workers have been turned to beggars by govt 'Labour leader

I bought my AK-47 in Zamfara for N.5m 'Suspect confesses

The perfect yoghurt parfait

Detractors behind story of my using palliatives for empowerment 'Lagos lawmaker, Mojisolaoluwa Alli-Macaulay

Nigerian government needs more education around blockchain, digital currencies 'Ugochukwu Aronu, founder of Africa's first DeFi platform

Gum disease linked to severe COVID-19 outcomes

Is the astrazeneca vaccine safe

My allergy to the covid vaccine

What age does the ss disease manifest

What is the best diet for diabetics

I have small breasts and buttocks

Terrorism: Press Akpabio to name sponsors, PDP urges DSS



*SPORTS*

1960Bet Signs Shirt Sponsorship Deal with Y.G Football Club - The Sun

Aaron Rodgers, Julio Jones' Best Landing Spots After 2021 NFL Draft Day 2 - Bleacher Report

Adeboyejo scores as Bnot Netanya pip Hapoel Petach Tikva - Goal

Adefisayo lauds PwCChess4Change tourney - Vanguard

AFN kicks as Dare dissolves federations - Punch

Amari Rodgers' Fantasy Outlook with Aaron Rodgers, Packers After NFL Draft - Bleacher Report

Anthony Schwartz NFL Draft 2021: Scouting Report for Cleveland Browns WR - Bleacher Report

Barca's Koeman to miss crucial title clashes after two-match ban for referee 'disrespect - Guardian

Baron Browning NFL Draft 2021: Scouting Report for Denver Broncos LB - Bleacher Report

Basketball: Committing to Nigeria was easy- Amy Okonkwo - The Sun

Ben Cleveland NFL Draft 2021: Scouting Report for Baltimore Ravens OL - Bleacher Report

Betway donates gym equipment to promote fitness in Ikorodu - Guardian

Byekwaso blames strikers for KCCA FC loss to Bright Stars - Goal

CAF Confederation Cup draws: Enyimba to face Pyramids, moves up in African club rankings - The Sun

Canadian athletes to have vaccine access before Tokyo Games - Yahoo

Celtics' Jaylen Brown: Jayson Tatum 'Destined for Greatness' After Dropping 60 - Bleacher Report

Confed Cup: Enyimba draw Egypt's Pyramid - New Telegraph

Confed Cup: Enyimba not taking Pyramids clash lightly - Punch

Dare dissolves ALL boards of Olympic sports federations - The Cable

Dare dissolves boards of 31 federations - The Sun

Dheeraj Singh shines & more - key stats from FC Goa's AFC Champions League debut - Goal

Dupuis: Madagascar suspend national team coach - Goal

Ekeji Hails Dissolution of Sports Federations - Complete Sports

Elijah Molden NFL Draft 2021: Scouting Report for Tennessee Titans CB - Bleacher Report

England edge France in Lille after match abandoned due to floodlight failure - Yahoo

Enugu Rangers' enthusiasts celebrate Ugwuanyi's jinx breaking spirit - Vanguard

Enyimba to face Egypts FC Pyramid in CAFCC quarter-final - The Cable

EPL: Evans header rescues point for Leicester against 10-man Saints - New Telegraph

Ernest Jones NFL Draft 2021: Scouting Report for Los Angeles Rams LB - Bleacher Report

Ex-Junior International Adamu Axed from Todays Menemenspor Game for Indiscipline - Thisday

Exclusive: 'When we come together it's powerful,' Henry says of social media blackout - CNN

Eze is a 'talented' versatile player ' Crystal Palace manager Hodgson - Goal

Fans Return for Premier League Matches Mid-May - Thisday

Fantasy Football Expert Analysis After 2021 NFL Draft Day 2 - Bleacher Report

FIBA, NBBF Launch Mentorship Programme for Retired Professionals - Thisday

Former Germany defender Christoph Metzelder found guilty of sharing child pornography pictures - CNN

Former Super Bowl Champion Pete Lammons Dies at Age 77 in Fishing Boat Accident - Bleacher Report

Fury-Jushua Fight Dead in Water, Says Arum - Thisday

He can do better': Carlo Ancelotti urges Richarlison to offer Everton more - Yahoo

Health Experts Counsel UEFA to Allow Wembley Host UCL Final - Thisday

Howie Roseman on Video of Eagles' Awkward Draft Room: Emotions Are the Fun Part - Bleacher Report

I am involved and I should be involved' - Tuchel happy with Chelsea's transfer setup - Goal

Ibadan Born Boxer, Adeoye Battleboy To Have First Professional Bout In Ghana - Daily Independent

Ifeatu Melifonwu NFL Draft 2021: Scouting Report for Detroit Lions CB - Bleacher Report

Iheanacho bags assist as Leicester City hold Southampton - Goal

Iheanacho Bags Sixth Assist As Leicester Slip Up In Top-Four Race After Frustrsting Draw At 10-Man Southampton - Complete Sports

Inter on brink of Serie A title as Juve battle for Champions League spot - Guardian

Jamie Newman, Ian Book's Top Landing Spots in 2021 NFL Draft - Bleacher Report

Jonny Evans rescues point as Leicester held to draw at 10-man Southampton - Yahoo

Kaizer Chiefs vs Orlando Pirates: Caf Super Cup clash dream still alive - Goal

Katie Taylor focused on Natasha Jonas bout ahead of possibly switching divisions - Yahoo

Kendrick Green NFL Draft 2021: Scouting Report for Pittsburgh Steelers OL - Bleacher Report

Kentucky Derby overshadowed by calls for Sheikh Mohammed's horse to be banned - CNN

Klopp says Champions League won't affect Liverpool's transfer plans - Guardian

Koumetio and Balagizi shine as Liverpool beat Arsenal to reach FA Youth Cup semi-finals - Goal

La Liga, Serie A Games on DStv, GOtv this Weekend - Thisday

Lagos Commissioner Hails PwCChess4Change Tourney - Thisday

Lagos woos women to judo - Vanguard

Le'Veon Bell, Todd Gurley's Best Landing Spots After 2021 NFL Draft Day 2 - Bleacher Report



*Good Morning