*NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR SATURDAY 26TH FEBRUARY 2022*



*PUNCH*

Ukraine repels Russian attack on Kyiv military base

Ukraine: NATO deploys response force for first time

Buharis performance not good enough, Id take different approach if elected President 102-year-old aspirant

Fuel scarcity persists, NNPC engages security agencies to tackle distribution hitches

2023: New electoral law may not stop electoral fraud Prof. Olurode

Private investments to ensure job creation, economic growth Osinbajo

Ministry using court process to halt corruption cases Falana

Its too risky to evacuate 5,600 Nigerians in Ukraine now FG

Lecturer frustrated me out of medical school due to my paralysed legs, now I have companies in Nigeria, Ghana Polio survivor, Dr Nwachukwu

Ignore those saying Im sick, Ive mental capacity to lead Nigeria Tinubu

Wike ll be happy to have me as Rivers next gov Lulu-Briggs

Zone presidency to South, Afenifere, others beg parties

ADC aspirant challenges Tinubu, Atiku, others to debate

Osun primary: Aregbesola, a godfather floored at home

Bye-elections: Lalong restricts movement in Plateau

PDP insists Gusau remains legitimate Zamfara deputy gov

PDP govs forum condemns Zamfara deputy govs removal

PDP govs Forum begins comparative project review in states

ExxonMobil sells Nigerian shallow-water assets to Seplat for $1.283bn

Subsidy: Nigeria losing out as oil crosses $100, say marketers

Ukraine: Man United end Aeroflot sponsorship deal

West Ham's Yarmolenko given time off over Ukraine crisis

Ukraine: Abramovich uncertainty weighing on Chelsea -Tuchel

Rangnick urges Rashford to rediscover peak form

LMC fine clubs N7m for matchday 14 offenses

Dennis goals can save Watford ' Ighalo

Get Olise for Eagles, Nigerians tell NFF

Mbappe's future Ballon d'Or winner ' Ade Tiger

Antelopes welcome former gaffer in Enugu

Millionaires hope to maintain unbeaten run under Onuh

Meet NPFL Top 5 net busters

EPL: Southampton deepen Norwich's relegation troubles, win 2-0

Serie A: AC Milan draw Udinese 1-1

EPL: Eriksen set for emotional Brentford debut

Brazil coach Tite to step down after 2022 World Cup

Ban: Zimbabwe hits back at FIFA, defends govt interference

Were elated becoming parents after years of waiting, spending, failed medical interventions Families

Igando landfill: Lagos dump where food vendors, scavengers, others defy deadly stench to eke out a living

Eavesdropper: The absurdity at NASS this time round

Tibet: No halt to cultural genocide

Man strangles wife to death in Abuja, flees

Judge sentences Evans to life jail, says convict not remorseful

Father of two breaks into neighbours house, rapes daughter

Police rescue two kidnapped children, arrest suspects in Rivers

Police arrest suspected kidnapper in Delta, victim rescued

Prophetess, one other jailed 14 years for trafficking siblings in Akwa Ibom

Residents protest delayed trial of suspects four years after Offa robbery

33-year-old down with liver disease, needs N11m for transplant

LASUTH releases womans corpse to family after PUNCH report

Again, explosion rocks Niger community

Uromi robberies: Edo police recover N34.5m, four vehicles

Sickle cell and prenatal diagnosis

Listening is an essential skill for a healthy marriage

Virgins usually have first class brains

Supporting a friend challenged by infertility

Military rules out coup, hiring mercenaries to fight terrorists

Why its difficult to increase varsity lecturers salaries FG

Buhari signs Electoral Bill, demands fresh amendment, INEC meets today

Ill not stop investing in Benue despite farmland destruction Obasanjo



*VANGUARD*

Eghove takes drug abuse campaign to Delta riverine communities

Malawi polio outbreak: Nigeria strengthens measures against importation

Edo banks robbery: cash, vehicles recovered from fleeing robbers

Rep Onuigbo excited as work finally begins on Umuahia-Ikot Ekpene road

2023: I'll resolve issues surrounding NIGERCEM within 100 days in office, says PDP Governorship election aspirant

Warri Stadium was never abandoned by Okowa ' Ossai

2023: We'll mobilise one million youths to galvanise support for presidential bid of Funmi Adekojo ' EYN

Good governance: NIPSS commences youth leadership training

Boko Haram kills traditional ruler's son, 2 IDPs, raze largest church in Chibok village

Breaking: Boko Haram kills traditional rulers' son in Borno

Atedo Peterside lauds Buhari on new Electoral Act

Federal High Court freezes Katsina LG's joint account

Bauchi ginger growers target 200 tonnes ' Official

Biden nominates first black woman for U.S. Supreme Court

Pure water producers announce price increase in Ekiti

Electoral Act: PDP lauds Buhari, NASS

10 key provisions of the new Electoral Act

2023: I'm the quality Nigeria's looking for ' Tinubu

Without Electoral Act, 2023 general elections would be in jeopardy ' Anyim

Electoral Act: Ball in your court now ' Reps tell INEC

PDP, APC reduced Nigeria to poverty capital of the world ' ADC

Buhari's assent to electoral bill is PMB's greatest legacy ' Concerned Nigerians

Zoning of 2023 Presidency: Emulate APC, Ohanaeze tells PDP

Electoral Act 'll promote sound election processes, good governance ' Buhari

Zamfara Impeachment: Leaders must speak out against injustice, says Saraki

CBN unveils plans to raise $200 billion for Non-oil Exporters

CBN unveils N65/$ rebate for non-oil exporters

CBN unveils N65/$ rebate for Non Oil Exporters

Two people get 12 strokes of cane each for stealing AC units, orthopedic mattresses

University non-teaching staff threaten strike

Uromi bank robbery: We've recovered N37m, 5 abandoned vehicles ' Edo CP

Catholic priest sentenced to 12 years in prison for child sex abuse

Evans showed no remorse during trial despite huge evidence ' judge

Ibadan residents decry worsening power supply, fuel scarcity

EFCC returns '1,120 to German fraud victim

Teenager gets 12 strokes of cane for receiving stolen phone

$3m bribery: Appeal Court affirms conviction of Lawan
 


*THISDAY*

TFN Clocks Five, Pledges Support for Childrens Education

QSR Operators Urged to Leverage Innovation for Growth

AEDC, Give Us Light

Mouka Extends Support to Business Partners

CSR-in-Action, IBWU Foundation Unveil Cleaner Communities Initiative

Nigeria TechWomen Alumni Mentors 30 Girls in STEM Education

Minister Urges Startups to Explore Government Policies for Ecosystem Consolidation

Why Tingo inc is Seeking $500m to Expand Across Africa

Guinness Restates Commitment to Investment, Unveils Expansion Plans in Nigeria

The Nigeria Agendas Unity Crusade Ahead 2023

Ukraine Conflict: Champions League Final Moved from Russia to Paris

Lagos 2022 African Fencing: Team Nigeria Shines as Egypt Dominates

Firm Partners Lagos to Address Logistics Challenge in Blood delivery



*THE SUN*

Julius Berger wins Nigerias NAWOJ Award

Kate Omenugha: I am a brand, I cant change myself

New law, death knell for APC, says PDP

Ohanaeze hails APC for zoning Presidential ticket to South

Theres need to restructure Nigeria -Tambuwal

Biafra: My pact with Ojukwu -Uwazuruike

UEFA relocates 2022 Champions League final to Paris

Man Utd withdraws Russian Aeroflots sponsorship rights

Klitschko brothers ready to fight for Ukraine

2022 World Cup playoffs: Field Ghanas best for Nigeria clashes

Seplat Energy set to acquire Mobil Producing Nigeria for $1.2bn

Car dealers threaten court action over controversial VIN valuation, label policy fraudulent

GIZ-SEDIN, LSETF to build sustainable MSMEs

Glo Battle of the Year Nigeria: Female dancers fight for tickets

Abiodun vows tough action against ritual killings

Buharis complaints about Electoral Act selfish Wike

Gunmen abduct 12 in Kaduna

Police rescue victim from kidnappers, arrest other suspects in Delta

Operators of illegal refineries are murderers -Dikio

Bandits kidnap Plateau traditional ruler

NECO faults FGs mandatory 25 per cent deduction

Buhari finally signs Electoral Act Amendment Bill into law

Electoral Act: Groups commend Buhari

Its time to end banditry in the North, Diri Urges FG

Fast-rising Nigerian-born London Rap Star Richard Seun Olarinoye, alias DC, talks to Mike Awoyinfa about his life: Rap is the poetry of the street

Re: Why Nigeria must perpetually compensate the Gwarri People of Abuja

Giving, even when it hurts!

Emelumbas diatribe against Wike

Ugwuanyi has enthroned good governance in Enugu Dr Ajogwu

How we abducted, raped 17-year-old girl

Many hurdles of the girl-child

When Sikiru Ayinde resurrected with Barryfest

Achara Six: Residents, activists seek justice for murdered Abia monarch, others

Our ordeals with food poisoning Victims

Agony of a father

Akpabios advice from 31-year marriage: Dont go to bed without resolving the days misunderstandings

Kanayo O. Kanayo: I hawked akamu, agidi as a child

Ending the recruitment of child soldiers

Why billionaire mogul, Abdul Samad Rabiu hates monopoly

Olori Ivie Emikos noble deeds

Queen Lilian Osuofias unique kindness

Banking stalwart, Miriam Olusanya braving all odds

Oba Akinruntan ecstatic as first daughter, Omobolanle remarries

Sex now cheapest commodity in Nigeria John Badaiki, actor/producer

Money, not love, will determine who Ill marry Ebun Hodo

Come Play Naija: Africa Magics new game show debuts

Iren offers unique virtual experience with Loving Amanda

Women ll rediscover themselves in Lauras Bubble -Mofolusade Sonaike



*GUARDIAN*

Akuns: We need to interrogate Nigeria's foundation as political entity

APC chairmanship: Buhari has not endorsed Adamu, group insists

Africa: BIC identifies Nigeria as leading market, reports sales growth

Group seeks more employment for people living with disabilities

Rotary canvasses cleaner environment, regular exercise

Ministry makes case for animal welfare

Experts task menon financial skills, sustenance

Lumen Christi wins WAEC Award

US to impose sanctions on Putin and Lavrov

UK freezes Putin, Lavrov assets over Ukraine invasion

Man United cancel 40m sponsorship deal with Russian Airline

Delta constructs new indoor hall for sports festival

Adekanola plans memorial golf tourney to honour Omoluwa, Okpuno

UEFA moves Champions League final to Paris

Ministry, NIIA highlight positive power of sports

Alerzo CEO, Opaleye wins 2021 African Prize for Leadership Excellence

Minister charges investors to emulate Kogi gold plant

People question my heritage a lot ' Plumptre

How to communicate love to your child

Chelsea, Liverpool clash in Carabao Cup Final tomorrow

NDLEA blames rising drug abuse on failed laws

Evans, two others get life jail for kidnapping

Ignorance, poverty, moral decadence causes of societal decay

NCC deploys RAS to plug revenue leakage

Buhari applauds BUA for fixing cement deficit

Travellers Awards: Onyema, Nuhu, others make final list in aviation category



*LEADERSHIP*

Regional Bodies, CSOs, Parties Demand Commitment On Enforcement Of Law

Trapped Nigerians Can't Be Evacuated Until Airport Reopens ' Federal Govt

Recruitment: VIPs Lose Out In NSCDC's 5,000 Jobs

LEADERSHIP Makes 'Northern Professionals' Calendar Event

Court Sentences EvansTo Life Imprisonment For Kidnapping Bizman

Agony Of Borno Student Whose Throat Was Slit For Refusing Errand

Impacting On Displaced, Vulnerable, Out-of-school Children Is My Priority ' Damak

Ukraine: The Failure of Diplomacy

Knowledge Economy As Bedrock Of Growth

We Didn't Delay Our Flight To Protect Kano Emir From Ridicule ' Air Peace



*NEW TELEGRAPH*

Beyond that World Cup ticket feat of D'Tigress

Over 100 security men killed within six years, says Ortom

Restructuring, new constitution panacea for Nigeria's woes ' Fayemi

FG plans special evacuation flight for Nigerians as Russia invades Ukraine

Lagos PDP: Bode George to produce chair as party adopts consensus

2 New Telegraph staff win MAN's Best Industry, Photo Reporter of the year award

Economic experts, minister disagree over effect of rising crude prices on Nigeria

EL-RUFAI: Banditry in N'West more serious than B/Haram

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Nigerian crypto-currency investors record huge losses

Afenifere berates Buhari over comment on trekking from Lagos to Ibadan

NECO releases 2021 SSCE external candidates' results

Retirement: PenCom advocates more benefits for police personnel

COVID-19: ILO seeks remedy to socio-economic fall-out

AfDB: TAAT aims to raise Africa's food production by 100mmt yearly

Insecurity hindering potato farmers' access to farmlands

Food rejection: College tasks govts to revive agric extension services

Manufacturers, others fret over CBN's plan to stop FX sales to banks

Lagos moves to protect real estate sector with foreclosure law

FG approves N28.5bn gas facility, targets cleaner energy

Equities erase previous day's loss with N35bn gain

CBN unveils strategy for 2021-2024

PDP must address zoning controversies in Ebonyi 'Erhenede

Payment of ransom: How EFCC, Navy rejected Senate bill

Electoral bill: CNPP asks Nigerians to step up pressure on Buhari

2023: S'West 'Third Force' adopts ADC, vows to enthrone good governance

Falcons lament traumatic experience at Abuja Airport

Falcons' Plumptre surprised to be a footballer

Registration opens for first MASA Isonyin Marathon

Ukraine crisis: UEFA to move Champions League final after Russian invasion

EPL: Sa's own goal gives Arsenal dramatic win

Super Falcons officials, players fume over three-hour delay at Abuja airport

Burnley 1-0 Spurs: Conte suggests he may not be right man to manage Tottenham

Champions League: Man Utd escape with draw after Elanga pegs back Atletico

EPL: Liverpool hit Leeds for six, Spurs stunned

Chukwu blames NFF for Nigeria's early AFCON exit



*BLUE PRINT*

North-east youths group fires back at VoN boss over comments on Bala Mohammed

I have the brain, capacity to govern Nigeria, says Tinubu

NLC set to storm NASS for state judiciary, legislature, LGA autonomy

APC national chair: Buhari hasn't endorsed any aspirant ' group

Missed flight: We protected Kano Emir's reputation, says Air Peace

Igboho's matter not before ECOWAS court, authority declares

Niger police repel bandits, kill scores as village loses 3

Electoral Act: Gobir salutes Buhari's courage, statesmanship

I've the brain, capacity to govern Nigeria ' Tinubu

Overreaching objectives of Electricity Bill 2022 and the need for stakeholder support

Russia attack: FG assures Nigerians of safe evacuation from Ukraine

2023 Presidency: Disregard purported zoning to South, Adamu as chair ' APC

Immunisation, PHC: We're making progress ' Buhari

2023 presidency: Betray Southeast, face dare consequences, groups threaten

Ukraine: Evacuate stranded Nigerians now ' Ohanaeze tells FG

2023: I'll fix NIGERCEMin 100 days ' PDP governorship aspirant

Stop NASS from raising minimum qualifications for President, others, Aspirant tells court

2023: Internal conflict by political parties affecting our democracy ' CNG

Electoral Law: CUPP expresses optimism in credibility of future polls

Conspiracy, kidnapping: You're guilty as charged, court tells Evans, 2 others

Report of Emefiele nudgeting N500bn for presidential campaign laughable ' Group

2023: PDP govs begin projects review

Reps probe sharp practices in COVID-19 vaccine certificate issuance

Shiroro youth urge Niger to deploy bomb experts to Galadima Kogo

Strikes: Female students vow to end trend

Power surge claims 2, injures 3 in Makurdi

AU expresses 'extreme concern' over situation in Ukraine

We've spent N21bn on logistics to security agencies ' El-Rufai

NECO releases 2021 SSCE external results,sanctions 4 supervisors

Cross River: PDP alleges Ayade's plan to rig Saturday by-election

Insecurity: Tambuwal procures surveillance equipment for SSS in Sokoto

Sarari appointed LOC chairman Zuma film festival

APC chairmanship: Aspirant rejects alleged Buhari's endorsement of Adamu



*TRIBUNE*

Seven killed as robbers attack four banks in Edo

Arsenal increases the chances of returning to the UEFA Champions League next season

Saraki kicks against impeachment of Zamfara Dep Gov, says leaders must speak out against injustice

Electoral Act: Saraki lauds Buhari, NASS, CSOs, Nigerians for working for free polls

The West is no model

The greatest wealth is health

Nobel Laureate, Malala Yousafzai, inspired our humanitarian work '19-year-old De Nsentip Twins

Glo Battle of the Year Nigeria: Female dancers fight for tickets

Nino De Brown talks forthcoming album, new single 'Corruption

Seplat to acquire ExxonMobil share capital at $1.3bn

MTN, Mafab pay $273.6m each for 5G licence

Having Marketing Issues with Your Small Business' It May Be Time for a Marketing Audit



*SPORTS*

2022 World Cup playoffs: Field Ghanas best for Nigeria clashes - The Sun

Adekanola plans memorial golf tourney to honour Omoluwa, Okpuno - Guardian

AEW Rampage Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights from February 25 - Bleacher Report

Antelopes welcome former gaffer in Enugu - Punch

Antonio Conte 'totally committed to Tottenham' despite poor run of form - Yahoo

Antonio Conte suggests Tottenham are not used to managers with his ambition - Yahoo

Antonio Conte vows to continue telling home truths at Tottenham - Yahoo

Apple, Amazon Reportedly Front-Runners for NFL Sunday Ticket Broadcast Rights - Bleacher Report

Arrest warrant offers more details on Vegas night club altercation for which 2 NFL players are facing charges - CNN

Arsenal increases the chances of returning to the UEFA Champions League next season - Tribune

Balogun Relishes Rangers Win Against Borussia Dortmund - Complete Sports

Ban: Zimbabwe hits back at FIFA, defends govt interference - Punch

Bellator 275: Gegard Mousasi demolishes Austin Vanderford to retain middleweight title in Dublin - BBC

Brazil coach Tite to step down after 2022 World Cup - Punch

Brentford coach Thomas Frank was worried for Christian Eriksen's life - Yahoo

Carabao Cup Final: Heat Is On Chelsea, Liverpool - Daily Independent

Carmelo Anthony on Lakers' Upcoming Playoff Push: 'I Think We're Built for It - Bleacher Report

Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel says there are 'uncertainties' at club amid Russian invasion of Ukraine - BBC

Conor McGregor Provides Timeline for UFC Return After Surgery on Leg Injury - Bleacher Report

Cowboys' Micah Parsons Says He's Lobbied Coaching Staff to Play Offense - Bleacher Report

Dan Biggar calls for the spirit of 2015 as Wales target Twickenham success - Yahoo

Dean Smith rues under-par performance as Norwich go down at Southampton - Yahoo

Delta constructs new indoor hall for sports festival - Guardian

Dennis goals can save Watford ' Ighalo - Punch

Emma Raducanu news: Injury concerns for US Open champion after announcement - Yahoo

EPL: Eriksen set for emotional Brentford debut - Punch

EPL: Southampton deepen Norwich's relegation troubles, win 2-0 - Punch

Everton to silence air-raid siren out of respect for Ukraine internationals - Yahoo

F1 cancels Russian Grand Prix after Ukraine invasion - The Cable

Former NFL Record-Holding RB Lionel James Dies at Age 59 - Bleacher Report

Former Steelers RB Eric Wilkerson Charged with Aggravated Murder in Fatal Stabbing - Bleacher Report

Genoa 0-0 Inter Milan: Serie A champions fail to take advantage of Milan slip - BBC

Get Olise for Eagles, Nigerians tell NFF - Punch

Giannis on Bucks Being Overlooked in NBA Title Conversation: 'Nobody Cares About Us - Bleacher Report

Hamish Watson: Scotland flanker ruled out of Six Nations game against France with Covid-19 - Yahoo

Heat Rumors: Victor Oladipo Could Return from Injury by Mid-March - Bleacher Report

Hometown hero Berger takes three-stroke lead at Honda Classic - Yahoo

James Harden Dazzles with 27 and 12 in 76ers Debut as Philly Routs T-Wolves - Bleacher Report

James Lowe hopes for Irish highs against Italy - Yahoo

Jimmy Butler Fined $25K for Violating Media Rules, Noncompliance with Investigation - Bleacher Report

Joel Embiid on James Harden's Debut: 'Probably the Most Wide-Open I've Ever Been - Bleacher Report

Klitschko brothers ready to fight for Ukraine - The Sun

Knicks' Mitchell Robinson's Father Found Safe After Going Missing for 2 Weeks - Bleacher Report

Lagos 2022 African Fencing: Team Nigeria Shines as Egypt Dominates - Thisday

Lakers Rumors: LeBron James' Lakers Exit 'Privately Downplayed' by Rich Paul - Bleacher Report

Lampard Confirms Two Everton Players Set To Return For Man City Clash - Daily Independent

Lewis Hamilton finishes fastest on final day of F1's opening pre-season test - Yahoo

LMC fine clubs N7m for matchday 14 offenses - Punch

Man United cancel 40m sponsorship deal with Russian Airline - Guardian

Man Utd withdraws Russian Aeroflots sponsorship rights - The Sun

Manchester United to Mansfield: Mark Hughes relishing Bradford bow - Yahoo

Manchester United: Marcus Rashford 'not happy' with performances - BBC

Mbappe's future Ballon d'Or winner ' Ade Tiger - Punch

Meet NPFL Top 5 net busters - Punch

Millionaires hope to maintain unbeaten run under Onuh - Punch

Ministry, NIIA highlight positive power of sports - Guardian

MLB Spring Training Games Won't Start Before March 8 amid CBA Talks - Bleacher Report

MLB will cancel regular season games if no union deal is struck by Monday, source says - CNN

NBA Announces 2022 Las Vegas Summer League Scheduled for July 7-17 - Bleacher Report