*NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR WEDNESDAY 23RD FEBRUARY 2022*



*PUNCH*

Kwankwaso, Galadima, others third force vows to dislodge APC, promises restructuring

Professor, four others arraigned for forging Anambra chieftaincy documents

Akwa Ibom gov sacks Chief of Staff, Inyang

Enugu APC members protest exclusion from Wednesday LG poll

Jigawa govt to lift embargo on employment soon Official

Ex-Bauchi SSG forfeits N500m to FG

Police arrest five suspected kidnappers in Edo, rescue three

Makinde to install new Olubadan March 11

Reps ask NSA, IGP, others to tackle insecurity in Anambra

ECOWAS court to encourage one-market free trade in member states

Diri blames fallen education standard on govt

Fishermen flee Akwa Ibom waterways over gunmens attacks

Alimosho protest: No evil must befall Aregbesola, kinsmen warn

Staff audit: DSS, police probe theft in National Assembly

Senators, Reps to vote on constitution amendment next week

Buhari mourns national anthems co-author, Ogunnaike

Free, compulsory education key to tackling security challenges Jonathan

English proficiency test for Nigerians is exploitative

Abe APC faction seeks probe of viral video, alleges defamation

Politicians are selfish, undemocratic, says Gombe APC

Edo govt committed to women empowerment First Lady

March 26 convention: APC factions fault party, Buhari, govs opt for consensus, zoning

APC convention: Buhari prefers consensus candidates, says Bagudu

Delay in electoral bill assentll affect preparations for 2023 polls, CSOs tell Buhari

Electoral bill: Buharis delay signals tenure elongation plan, PDP alleges

Obaseki, Makinde to lead PDP campaign council for Ondo bye-election

Anyim was engine room of my administration -Jonathan

E-valuation policy: Reps clash over warrant of arrest on Emefiele

FG begins probe of airlines over alleged collusion to fix airfares

Reps grill oil firms over dirty fuel imports, may summon NNPC again

FG to partner CBN, SEC on national savings scheme

Nigeriall focus on natural gas exploitation, Buhari tells global community

2022: FG to spend N3.53tn on infrastructure, human capital development

Mourinho suspended two matches for insulting referee

Man United have more identity under Rangnick -Fernandes

Russia-Ukraine crisis: UEFA consider changing Champions League final venue

Villarreal vs Juventus: Dusan Vlahovic scores after 31 seconds in Juve draw

Chelsea vs LOSC: Chelsea sink Lille 2-0 without Lukaku

After AFCON glory, Senegal inaugurates 50,000-seater stadium

Indian 16-year-old chess prodigy stuns world champion Carlsen

How to tackle POS terminal credit, debit cards fraud

Why Nigeria shouldnt commit to carbon neutrality by 2060

2023 and Nigerian youths predicaments

Ogun security architecture and sustainable governance

Toddler crawls out of mothers PoS shop, crushed to death

Five abducted kids: Parent accuses police of demanding N200, 000 to track suspect

Anambra man jailed 21 years for attempted murder

Police arraign mother for allegedly selling child N120,000

Celestial church bars five leaders for breach of peace

Gunmen blow up Imo police station, kill two cops, police arrest suspects

Late Sylvester complained of side pain, says Dowen doctor

Hoodlums attack Ogun filling station, kill two guards

Rivers council arrests five traders over decomposing ponmo

Gunmen kill two policemen, kidnap couple in Anambra

Commercial tricycle operators kick against multiple levies in Delta

Renewed rival cult clash claims 10 in Osun

Police launch manhunt as new tenants abduct three children in Ogun

To restructure or not

Child farming and marketing in Nigeria



*VANGUARD*

Remove us from pension scheme, Police tell Reps

OIL PRICE: Bonny Light bounces back to $95.63 on Ukraine crisis

Olubadan-designate confirms receipt of installation letter from Oyo govt

Opinion: Tambuwal' education revolution in Sokoto

Buhari meets Ghana's President Addo-Akufo behind closed door

NBM felicitates with Benin monarch over return of artifacts

Counter Terrorism Centre: DSS punctures TrackaNG-BudgIT claim of fund diversion

FG to collaborate with Republic of Korea in tackling unemployment

NCCSALW to establish Zonal Headquarters in Enugu

Akwa Ibom: Sacked Chief of Staff reacts, appreciates Udom, others

2023 :We're prepared to spend our resources for Ugwuanyi ' NCWF

Why Jonathan, now

APC S/S youths wants party on winning path

2023: Kwankwaso, Dalung, Galadima, others birth Third Force

2023: APC opts for consensus, zones presidency to South

2023: Nigerians 'll reject 'dirty' fighting politicians ' YSSG

Uzodimma's alleged Vice Presidential ambition raises dust

PDP dares APC: Wike, Udom, Imoke others to lead Campaign Council for C'River bye-elections

2023: We won't allow 'Peoples Destruction Party' (PDP) return to power, says el-Rufai

2023: APC to swap offices between North, South in agreed zoning formula

We won't allow further intimidation from Wike ' C'River APC Chairman

We're not sure if Nnamdi Kanu is still alive ' IPOB

This is why our national life is in shambles ' PDP mocks APC over postponed convention

Stock market gains marginally with N7bn

ASUU strike, Ngige, and NANS outburst

Unveiling of the 'just' George

US-based Nigerian artist, Djfreshyk features Nestraya, Shizem in new song 'body

Many feared dead as security operatives, gunmen clash in Anambra

Armed herders invade Suswam's home town, destroy farms, sack four Council Wards, villages

Human trafficking: Delta govt rescues 22 children

Sylvester Oromoni: How some Dowen College parents hindered investigation ' Police

10 die as cultists clash in Osun

Suspected drug peddler, one other killed in Bayelsa renewed cult war

Gunmen attack Okomu Oil again as police arrest 2 suspects

Corpses, body parts, arms found in Bayelsa refuse bins weekly' Ayebakari, Waste mgt contractor

Bad fuel: Reps grill suppliers

Let there be peace

Mental health conditions from psychological trauma (2)

COVID-19: 'Overcoming barriers to family planning access non-negotiable
 


*THISDAY*

Hike in PMS Prices, Others Jerk Up Petroleum Marketing Companies Revenue by 47%

Reckitt Nigeria Launches Graduate Trainee Program

Fidelity Bank Appoints Amuchie as ED

UK Expert Urges Nigerian Organisations to Identify Business Threats, Opportunities

CSR: FBNInsurance Donates to Less Privilege Homes

IMF Chief Pledges Large Scale On-lending of SDRs to Africa

NAICOMs MDRI Initiative: 13 Years After

NAICOM Partners Development Agency to Launch Digital Insurance Solution

Of Economic Diversification and Non-oil Revenue

Analyst Express Optimism in Exchange Rate Stability, Sees I&E/NAFEX Rate Pegged at N434/USD

Winners Emerged in Cadbury Nigeria Bournvita Bourn Factor Competition

Firm Train Business Managers to Upscale SMEs in Accessing Credits

FirstBank, CDC/BII to Support Women, SMEs With $100m Credit Facility

Fidelity Bank Restates Support for CBN FX Repatriation Push

PDP Mocks APC for Postponing National Convention Again

As Consultations Continue, Its Endorsements Galore

Re: How Ganduje Became an Outsider

Of Age and Power

Zverev Sets New Tennis Record at Mexican Open

Mohammed Hits Centennial with Gorica

DTigress Target Qfinal Finish at FIBA World Cup in Sydney

Nigeria Can Sustain Peace Through Sports, Says Gbajabiamila

Super Falcons in Crucial Clash with Lady Elephants

Chelsea Cruise to Comfortable Advantage against Lille

Lagos 2022 African Fencing: Egypt, Algeria SAfrica in Supremacy Battle

Osimhens Equaliser against Cagliari Not Enough to Take Napoli to the Summit

Alli Applauds Amusan/ Onakoya Athletics Meet

24 Schools to Compete for N5m at Intl Athletics Championship



*THE SUN*

Poverty: FG plans to change narrative

Lagos lawmaker takes free medicare to constituents

Unimaid credits Kida for first NUGA qualification

Igbo songs ban: Group berates priest, calls for decisive action

2023 presidency: Qualities Nigerians must look out for Shagari, ex-minister

2023: Igbo presidency long overdue North Central women

Northern APC youths endorse Umahi

Bye-election: Imo PDP accuses APC of plotting to cause mayhem, buy votes

2023: Well rescue Nigerians from poverty, insecurity Kwankwaso

National convention: Finally, APC agrees on zoning

Postponement: Kalu thanks Buhari, Buni for consideration of request

Electoral bill: Buharill sign in matter of hours Presidency

APC frustrating bill over e-transmission of results PDP

2023: North not behind Tinubu, Yahaya Bellos supporters reply Ganduje

Igbo float stabilisation fund, seek N5bn take-off

Fidelity Bank backs CBN FX repatriation drive

FMANs wheat farms in Kebbi to yield 736 tons

Autochek finance summit holds today

Domestic savings, capital formation, critical to growing economy Ahmed

3.5Ghz: Utilising Nigerias spectrum resources for socio-economic growth

How YouTube supports creator economy in Africa

Paxful bridges gender gap in financial inclusion via literacy initiatives

Nigeria Info rewards loyal listeners

IMF advises FG to overlook protests, remove fuel subsidy

Makinde picks March 11 for installation of new Olubadan

CSOs laud Ugwuanyi over regular conduct of LG polls

Drugs: Britain working with Nigeria to protect rights of suspects UK Minister for Africa

Were not sure of Kanus health again IPOB

Reps urge FG, ASUU to adhere to agreement

Nigerians suffering,Adams tells Buhari

Retention funds: CPA drags agric ministry to EFCC, ICPC

2023: Igbo have campaigned enough for presidency Ohanaeze

NCCSALW to establish zonal headquarters in Enugu

Osinbajo hails Latter-Day Saints social work, others in Nigeria

Abba Kyari is not alone in the scene

Arraign for/on, not over

Men in the midst of demonic forces (4)

How China is re-colonising Nigeria (1)

Presidency: For Ugwuanyi to join the race

Soludos transition scheme: A foretaste of his governance mode

Akume: Unveiling the just George

Sanwo-Olu should call LASTMA officials to order

Abuja declaration for Yahaya Bello

El-Rufai & Zulum: Tackling insecurity with new approaches

NDLEA, super cop and Nigerias drug war

2023: Nigeria doesnt need outdated economic manager

Tales of woe

Day of rage

Ex-banker honours father with educational foundation

Nigerias worrisome fiscal deficit



*GUARDIAN*

North Central women vow to ensure Ugwuanyi becomes president

11 political parties field candidates for Ngor Okpala by-election

Kwankwaso, Dalung, Yakasai, others birth third force, vow to defeat APC

PDP chieftains insist on victory in Enugu council polls

15-minute rainstorm wrecks havoc in Ogun community

Medical doctor bags two years for possession of forged document

Feminist demands end to sit-at-home in southeast

Man with gun takes people hostage at Amsterdam Apple store

Odegbami heads desk as NIIA launches Sports Diplomacy Project

Beach Soccer president seeks donors' support

Create enabling environment for youth development, former AIG urges states

Judo federation starts trials for Commonwealth Games

Oshoala missing as Nigeria battle Cote d'Ivoire for Morocco 2022 AWCON ticket

Villarreal hold Juventus after Vlahovic early strike

Chelsea sink Lille to prove they can thrive without Lukaku

Fury says Whyte has signed up for world title clash

Gains in 29 stocks lift NGX capitalisation further by N7 billion

Importers will source FX from Ghana, others if CBN stops funding banks

21st Century, Siemens Energy seal turbine technology power deal

How deep blue project will aid blue economy

Double jeopardy for Nigerian consumers as companies battle for margins amid weak regulations

Reckitt Nigeria launches graduate trainee programme, 'Reckitt Trailblazers

Experts ask Federal Government to revive national assets, diversification

COMTUA, TTP bicker over monopoly of electronic call-up system

9mobile unveils judges for future CEO initiative

Forbes recognises Konga, sees potential in Africa's e-commerce space

Demand for African developers rises as Nigeria adds 5,000 professionals

Terragon targets 41m SMEs withPrimesolution

Nokia announces new SaaS services

Instagram offers protection tips against phishing, scams

HREA to tackle digitisation challenges in workplace

Who will save Nigeria from this impending implosion

Continual assistance won't solve Africa's vaccine challenge

Saving the judiciary - Part 2

A confession of self-defeat

Finance minister receives report on national savings scheme

Okorocha shuns arraignment on alleged N2.9b corruption charges

Nasarawa attracts over $500m investment in two years

Reps wades into ASUU strike, insists government must honour MoU

Lagos moves against flood, commissions 19 drainage equipment, vehicles

Saraki urged stakeholders to take fight against drug abuse to borders

Government hopeful of improved cocoa production, export

Concerns mount over missing Yabatech lecturer

Weak identity protectionraises businesses' cyber threats

Imo government tackles ex-PGF DG, says Lukman acting as PDP mole



*LEADERSHIP*

Akpabio Harps On Nigeria's Indivisibility

NASS Votes On Constitution Review Report Next Week

Federal Govt Suspends Salaries Of 243 Workers For Shunning Verification Exercise

HIV Response: Federal Govt Tasks State Govts On Sustainability

NAHCON Rates Niger High In Hajj Preparation, Transparency

2022: Federal Govt To Spend N3.53trn On Infrastructure, Human Capital Development

We Have No Evidence That Oromoni Was Bullied, Assaulted ' Police

We're Not Recruiting, Prisons Warns Desperate Job Seekers

41 Terrorists Surrender Following Troops Onslaught In Borno

N1.1bn Project, DSS Counters Media Report

APC Governors Accept New Convention Date, Zoning Formula

[EDITORIAL] Borno's Alarming Teacher Statistics

Nigeria Tourism Struggles Amid Rising Insecurity

7 Days To Go, Pressure Mounts On Buhari To Sign Electoral Bill

Kwankwaso, Yakasai, Others Form '3rd Force' Ahead Of 2023

Russia-Ukraine Crisis: Oil Price Nears $100pb, Highest Since 2014

Court Grants NDLEA's Request To Detain Abba Kyari, 6 Others For 2 Weeks

Anyim Was The Engine Room Of My Administration ' Goodluck Jonathan

BREAKING: Court Jails Ex-minister, Ochekpe, 2 Others Over N450m Fraud

Ronaldo Hits 400m Followers On Instagram

Aisha Buhari Commissions NYSC Ultra-modern Mobile Clinic

The Greater Nigeria Project: Anyim Unveils Plans To Lead Nigeria To Greatness

Airfare Hike: Senate Demands Urgent Rehabilitation Of Federal Roads



*NEW TELEGRAPH*

Cult rivalry claims 5 lives in Lagos

New tenants 'kidnap' 3 children, 24 hours after moving in

Buhari: Why we prioritise road, rail projects

Senate to vote on Constitution Review C'ttee report next week

2023: Restructuring doable, says Kwankwaso 'Third Force

PDP to Buhari: Refusal to sign Electoral Act, 'political abortion

Russia Vs Ukraine: FG warns citizens against travelling to troubled region

FG: Proportion of fully vaccinated Nigerians still very low

Contaminated fuel: Reps grill Emadeb consortium, fingers Britannia-U

N25bn investments at risk over FAAN's eviction notice

Alleged drug trafficking: Court okays 14 days further detention of Kyari, others

Olubadan: Lekan Balogun to be inaugurated March 11 'Makinde

Asia stocks fall as Ukraine-Russia tensions climb

Lagos PDP: Still searching for lasting truce

APC convention: The waiting game continues

Bayelsa: Dickson, Degi's ambition and charter of equity

Youths' take-over of leadership is possible, says NTYTP boss

Chelsea take command of Champions League tie against Lille

Ikpeba: NPFL players too old to boost development

Ukraine crisis: UEFA may move Champions League final from St Petersburg in Russia

UEFA League: Struggling Atletico look to reignite the fire v United

Urinary infection prolongs Pele's stay in hospital



*BLUE PRINT*

Ukraine: Germany halts pipeline as nations heap sanctions on Russia

FCT polls: Dauda hails Buhari, INEC, laments low turnout

Kwankwaso, Galadima, Rufai Alkali, Lalung, others launch TNM

In Nigeria, fuel price may go high again ' Report

Ukraine crisis: UEFA likely to move Champions League final from St Petersburg

How APC can overcome leadership crisis ' Okorocha

Ex-gov Abubakar sues for calm in APC

APM wants Buhari to assent electoral bill ahead 2023 election

Crisis deepens in Rivers APC deepens

2023: APC vows to create opportunities for youth

NSCDC warns filling stations against hoarding, pump price hike in Anambra

NFWP set to commence $15 million grant disbursement in Niger

N450m: Court jails ex-minister

CSOs bemoan FCT NULGE's strike, seeks truce

NCP counsels Emefiele on focus, professionalism

We've arrested 2,606 hoodlums in one year ' Kano CP

FG seeks additional funding for provision of infrastructure in North-east

National Div.1 league to hold in Benin City

NPFL: LMC brings forward Plateau vs Akwa United tie

Badminton: Dare hails new African Champion Opeyori

ACJHR advises media to stop 'attacks' on CBN gov

Pele remains in hospital after treatment

Nasarawa assembly gives government 2 weeks to pay 496 newly teachers' salary

Court grants Media Rights Agenda leave to sue AGF over Anti-Torture Act

Osun APC guber primary mockery of democracy ' CSOs

Kidnapped Ondo high chief escapes after abductors sleep off

Uzodimma gifts cars, 2,700 smart phones to Imo youth

Kwankwaso and I are architects of modern Kano ' Ganduje

Ebonyi assembly gets new deputy speaker, Odefa kicks

Electoral Bill: Buhari can't be stampeded, has up to March 31 ' Presidency

PDP appoints Fintiri Osun ward congresses electoral committee chair

2023: How I'll fix Nigeria, generate N900trn IGR annually ' Dallas

Suit challenging my citizenship politically orchestrated ' Atiku

2023: Ex-sports minister Adbullahi launches bid for Kwara Central Senate



*TRIBUNE*

Why I support emerging artistes, charity ' Lucas Ologbenla

NCPC flags off Easter pilgrimage screening for 2021/2022 FCT intending pilgrims to Israel, Jordan

Killer couple: She brought her friend so that we could behead her 'Husband

Cocaine deal: Court permits NDLEA to detain Abba Kyari, six others for 14 day

Constitution review: Senate to vote Tuesday, Reps Wednesday

Soyinka in Ebedi: Of hunters and storytellers

Diezani's N450m bribe: Ex-minister Sarah Ochekpe, two others sentenced to six years each in prison

Child marriage and sex with girls below 13 years is a crime

Pascal Altima turns 50, sends message of survival to Nigeria

Rural women raise, sustain N1.1bn from social capital in five states

OBJ, Osinbajo, Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun, others to honour Primate Ositelu at 70

Local stock market moderates by 0.03%



*SPORTS*

24 Schools to Compete for N5m at Intl Athletics Championship - Thisday

76ers Rumors: Willie Cauley-Stein to Sign 10-Day Contract After Mavs Stint - Bleacher Report

Aaron Rodgers: No decision made over my future - Yahoo

After AFCON glory, Senegal inaugurates 50,000-seater stadium - Punch

Alli Applauds Amusan/ Onakoya Athletics Meet - Thisday

Antonio Conte wants to help Harry Kane to Tottenham records and trophies - Yahoo

Badminton: Dare hails new African Champion Opeyori - Blueprint

Beach Soccer president seeks donors' support - Guardian

Brian Flores Says He Declined to Sign Dolphins NDA, Turned Down Millions of Dollars - Bleacher Report

Can Diego Simeone recapture the 'classic' Atltico Madrid - Yahoo

Champions League 2022: Results, Top Scorers After Tuesday's Round-of-16 Games - Bleacher Report

Champions League: Chelsea 1, Lille 0 - Daily Independent

Chelsea 2-0 Lille: Champions League title holders take command of last-16 tie with first-leg win - BBC

Chelsea Cruise to Comfortable Advantage against Lille - Thisday

Chelsea sink Lille to prove they can thrive without Lukaku - Guardian

Chelsea steps up Champions League title defense with 2-0 win against Lille - CNN

Chelsea take command of Champions League tie against Lille - New Telegraph

Chelsea vs LOSC: Chelsea sink Lille 2-0 without Lukaku - Punch

Create enabling environment for youth development, former AIG urges states - Guardian

DTigress Target Qfinal Finish at FIBA World Cup in Sydney - Thisday

Ex-Black Stars Midfielder Muntari's iPhone Stolen While Taking Selfies With Fans After League Game - Complete Sports

Former Kings Forward Royce White Announces He's Running for US Congress in Minnesota - Bleacher Report

Fred questions Manchester United's 'strange' interim manager situation - Yahoo

Fred says Rangnick's interim status 'a little bit bad' for Manchester United - Yahoo

Fury says Whyte has signed up for world title clash - Guardian

Ikpeba: NPFL players too old to boost development - New Telegraph

Indian 16-year-old chess prodigy stuns world champion Carlsen - Punch

It's simple': Tottenham and Conte feel mood change after win at Man City - Yahoo

J.C. Jackson on Patriots Contract Talks: 'I Guess They Feel Like They Don't Need Me - Bleacher Report

Jevon Carter to Sign with Bucks After Being Released by Nets in Goran Dragic Move - Bleacher Report

Jon Jones Arrest Video Shows UFC Star Headbutting Police Car, Using Slurs - Bleacher Report

Jrgen Klopp warns Liverpool not to 'get soft' in their Premier League title pursuit - Yahoo

Juan Martin Del Potro News: Rafael Nadal pays tribute to Argentine - Yahoo

Judo federation starts trials for Commonwealth Games - Guardian

Junior Hockey Player's Punch of Referee Under Investigation by Massachusetts Police - Bleacher Report

Jurgen Klopp wants Liverpool to keep being a thorn in Manchester City's side - Yahoo

Kai Havertz and Christian Pulisic give Chelsea healthy advantage over Lille - Yahoo

Kai Havertz displays movement and big-game mentality misfiring Romelu Lukaku is sorely missing - Yahoo

Kai Havertz shows Romelu Lukaku how it's done as Chelsea dominate against Lille - Yahoo

Knicks' Mitchell Robinson Says His Father Is Missing in IG Story: 'Come Home Pops - Bleacher Report

Kobe Bryant 1997-98 Precious Metal Gems Card Sells for $2M at Auction - Bleacher Report

Kvitova and Azarenka injured in WTA Qatar Open, as top seeds progress in Doha - Yahoo

Lagos 2022 African Fencing: Egypt, Algeria SAfrica in Supremacy Battle - Thisday

Lakers Rumors: L.A. Resisted Rockets' 2027 Pick-Swap Proposal in John Wall Talks - Bleacher Report

Luka Doncic 'unstoppable' since 'humbling' criticism of weight - Yahoo

Man United have more identity under Rangnick -Fernandes - Punch

Manchester City's Oleksandr Zinchenko says 'my country belongs to Ukrainians - Yahoo

Manu Tuilagi and Courtney Lawes fighting fit for England v Wales - Yahoo

Michigan Will Continue to Participate in Handshake Lines, Per Acting HC Phil Martelli - Bleacher Report

Mickelson apologises for 'reckless' Saudi Super Golf League comments, set to take break from golf - Yahoo

Mohammed Hits Centennial with Gorica - Thisday

Mourinho Hit With Ban After Roma Outburst Caused Controversy - Daily Independent

Mourinho suspended two matches for insulting referee - Punch

MPs urge tougher Russia sanctions which could include Premier League oligarchs - Yahoo

National Div.1 league to hold in Benin City - Blueprint

NBA Rumors: DeMarcus Cousins to Sign Rest-of-Season Contract with Nuggets - Bleacher Report

Neil Jenkins says Wales will not ignore the threat of Manu Tuilagi - Yahoo

Nets' Sean Marks Provides Updates on Possible Kevin Durant, Ben Simmons Returns - Bleacher Report

Nigeria Can Sustain Peace Through Sports, Says Gbajabiamila - Thisday