*NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR SATURDAY 2ND JULY 2022* *PUNCH* Tinubu ignored me after stepping down for Osinbajo Aspirant Running mate: Tinubu pencils Zulum, Shettima, aide debunks meeting with Wike Another House of Reps member, Ise-Idehen, dies Police deploy 13,000 personnel for peacekeeping at UN, others TASCE: COEASU condemns Abioduns alleged rejection of crisis resolution offer I painted picture of my dream love life in Eji Owuro Sola Allyson Why I picked up two-year-old child abandoned by mentally-ill mom, resigned my job to care for her Enugu law graduate, Nwashara How my father committed suicide after selling same land to two persons Son of late Nasarawa church guard Why I wont congratulate Oyebanji as Ekiti gov-elect Oni, SDP candidate Why govs didnt attend Osun campaign council inauguration PDP spokesman Abia court to hear suit against APGA, gov aspirant, others JUST IN: Tinubu denies meeting Wike as PDP crisis deepens 1.9m voters to participate in Osun gov poll, says INEC Im ready to die for Nigeria, Al-Mustapha defends presidential bid Assets disclosure: CSO urges CCT to prosecute defaulters Airports concession: FG begins request for proposals stage 5G: FG approves Microsoft Enterprise deal, others Kaduna youth wins N1m in PVC rap contest How NFF president saved me from disability, spent N7.6m on my knee injury ' Esin Keep Bassey in Rangers ' Ferguson Everton to replace Richarlison with Dennis Osimhen can be world-class ' Drogba We're in Morocco to win La Decima ' Nigerian striker Why Lebron is my best sports star' Actress Bauchi lady whose blasphemous WhatsApp comment triggered violence now in prison CP Police begin investigation into N61m Katsina govt worker lost to robbers Community blames govt as flood kills eight-year-old boy in Anambra Hoodlums invade Anambra community, attack palace, destroy property Getting pregnant when youre menopausal Sickle cell and psychology (II) State of the nation Girls, ignore romance for now, face your loaded future Create a room in your marriage for forgiveness Its amazing I finished four-year course in three years at US varsity, graduated at 18 Nigerian scholar, Jones-Wonni Content of CJNs mystery leather handbags revealed Police confirm report on lady who strips naked, barks like a dog Stigma, stereotype make finding love hard for us Little persons Eroton attributes oil spill in Niger Delta to sabotage Intrigues, cover-ups behind Funke Akindele, JJCs marriage crash Anita Okoye cites infidelity, irresponsibility as she files for divorce from P-Squares Paul R. 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Ugwuanyi is in our good books, says Pensioners National President FG ready to address maritime problems Osinbajo Pastor, wife held as 3 die in church during deliverance Shiroro attack, direct assault on Nigeria Buhari I saw a Governor in Fashola Tinubus wife With Atiku and Okowa, PDP remains a better choice for Nigeria The hindering foxes Hard choices in 2023 Catholic Bishops, priests cry out: We are now endangered species Words of wisdom from the Ejiofors: The best wealth is one that couples struggle together to make Mysterious death inside cell Lamentations of prospective voters: Its frustrating trying to get PVCS Police nab kidnapper inside banking hall Dr Remi Akitoye: How Obasanjo denied me admission into Nigeria Army After several murders, kidnappings, daredevil cultists meet Waterloo in Benue University strikes: A future of neocolonialism and dependence As engineer turns shoemaker, microbiologist becomes clothier. 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Obaseki at 65 Rotary District 9125'll promote health care, blood donation, peace-building, others ' Gov N322m fraud: Nigerian Senator bags seven years in prison IGP appoints ACP Augustine Jagaba Director Peacekeeping, lauds NPF contingents Breaking: APC chieftain, others organise rally for Peter Obi in Delta, disown Tinubu Fresh subsidy probe: Reps panel vows not to bow to external pressures Pictures: Sunday Dare's sports developmental initiatives receive applause in Portugal Ekweremadu: Court orders NIS, banks to release Ukpo's biodata Pictures: World Cup winner, Saviour Godwin, presents jersey to Buhari in Portugal Pictures: Sunday Dare's sports developmental initiatives receive applause in Portugal Para badminton: Nigeria's Eniola Bolaji wins continental award Drug charges: American basketball player, Brittney Griner, appears before Russia court FG donates 360mt assorted foodstuff to poor, vulnerable in Yobe 2023: Northern APC youth counselling forum seeks Gov Sule's re-election Effective monitoring, evaluation'll help counter violent extremism in Nigeria- NSA Osun poll: Don't take oath because of money, Oyetola warns *TRIBUNE* AFRIMA 2022: Entry submission portal closes on August 5 (JUST IN): I never had any meeting with Wike in France, says Tinubu How fans took Funke Akindele-JJC Skillz's marriage crash Nigerian Born Juju-Gospel Singer, Dotun Future To Thrill Fans In USA Netflix has raised the bar in Nollywood film 'US-based Nollywood actress Eva Banks My husband abandoned me, moved in with his girlfriend 'Wife Forcing preschoolers to write is pointless, dangerous 'Prof. Omigbodun, child psychiatrist Ortom's 2023 dj vu Court grants woman divorce after failure of settlement Oral sex: Not without consequences Continuing ASUU strike a shame on all of us My husband grabs my neck, squeezes my breast any time he wanted sex 'Wife Facebook-owner Meta Platforms is slashing its hiring Govt's misplaced priorities responsible for fuel scarcity 'NUPENG *SPORTS* Abuja International Marathon holds December 17 - New Telegraph Adesanya gunning for more glory - New Telegraph African Footballer of the Year: CAF shuns Osimhen, names Simon in 30-man list - New Telegraph Arenado hits for the cycle in Cardinals loss, Brewers pile on 19 runs against the Pirates - Yahoo Botman aiming to help Newcastle 'get to the top' after completing move from Lille - Yahoo Brennan Johnson signs new four-deal with Nottingham Forest - Yahoo Bryn Forbes, Timberwolves Reportedly Agree to Contract in NBA Free Agency - Bleacher Report CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations Live On DSt, GOtv - New Telegraph Cameron Norrie breaks new ground at home Grand Slam - Yahoo Cameron Norrie welcomes new chant as he eases into Wimbledon fourth round - Yahoo Celtics Rumors: Marcus Smart Boston's 'Unquestioned' Starting PG After Brogdon Trade - Bleacher Report Champion Warriors bring back Looney on three-year deal - Yahoo Chelsea Eye Potential Frenkie De Jong 'Hijack' After Manchester United Agree Fee With Barcelona - Daily Independent Coetzee: I was positive about winning first Heav y weight World Championship for Africa - New Telegraph Courtney Lawes urges exposure of team-mates who racially abused Luther Burrell - Yahoo Courtney Lawes: Players who racially abused Luther Burrell should be named and shamed - Yahoo Damian Lillard Rumors: Star's New Contract with Trail Blazers Isn't a 'Sure Thing - Bleacher Report Deion Sanders Thanks Ja Rule for NFT Donation to Jackson State Football Program - Bleacher Report Djokovic, Alcaraz close in on duel, women draw opens up - New Telegraph Donovan Mitchell Rumors: Knicks 'Wary' of Offering Trade Package Needed for Jazz Star - Bleacher Report Drogba tips Osimhen to win World Best Player award - The Sun Dustin Johnson holds share of the lead after two rounds at LIV Golf Portland - Yahoo Dustin Johnson Tied for Lead at LIV Portland Event Entering Final Round - Bleacher Report Erik Ten Hag Closing In On First Signing At Manchester United - Daily Independent Everton takeover in serious doubt with sources close to Farhad Moshiri saying deal is off - Yahoo Everton to replace Richarlison with Dennis - Punch FIBA W/Cup qualifiers: D Tigers face Mali today - The Sun Football Association of Ireland supports Vera Pauw over allegation of abuse - Yahoo Golden State Warriors sign free agent Donte DiVincenzo to two-year deal - Yahoo Grading the Biggest Trades of 2022 NBA Free-Agency Period - Bleacher Report Hamilton pleased with 'small step forwards' as Sainz tops British Grand Prix practice - Yahoo Heather Watson pleads with fans to turn up as Wimbledon attendances continue to slump - Yahoo How NFF president saved me from disability, spent N7.6m on my knee injury ' Esin - Punch Inter sign Cameroon goalkeeper Onana - New Telegraph Israel 1-3 England: England Under-19s win European Championships final after extra time - BBC Israel U19 1-3 England U19: Gutsy England crowned European Under-19 champions - BBC J.T. 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