ElohimTov Naija News. *NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR THURSDAY 5TH JANUARY 2023* *PUNCH* Ajagba gets new opponent for Jan 14 bout Manpower challenge deepens as 'Japa' syndrome rises N2.74tn security budget low –Reps panel Airport privatisation will reduce subsidy burden – Pilot Govt can earn N7tn from mini-grid, others – Experts Nigeria must reduce costs to enjoy AfCFTA Stock investors gain N33bn in bullish trading COVID-19: WHO urges vigilance as FG allays fears A’Ibom PDP, APC gov candidates shun peace accord 2023, our year of election DSS arrests two over Kogi explosion Rising political violence must be crushed Minister warns NDDC board against exceeding approval limits Lawyers expect strong, reliable judiciary in 2023 CPPE projects accelerated maritime reforms 2023 2023 elections: Shun malpractices, NBA president tells lawyers Withheld dues: NLC says FG rejected ASUU report Sahara Group unveils new sustainability initiative NAF appoints new officers Why I can't support any presidential candidate —Ngige Agency demands integrity test on buildings Serie A: Inter Milan hand Napoli first defeat EFCC and asset disposal Lagos asks workers to comply with financial rules NDE trains youths in solar power installation Five policemen detained for extorting fees from student Jubilation as Mbaka returns to Enugu Burna Boy and how to survive fame Three arraigned for stealing fuel, iron rods Towards a remarkable 2023 *VANGUARD* PCC, UNILAG collaborate to review maritime laws China tops Nigeria’s import in Q2 2022, as India leads export Pay attention to Obasanjo, Clark, vote Peter Obi – N’Delta group Controversy trails overtime cargoes at nation’s seaports How I escaped death—Ex-Imo Gov, Ohakim Gafaru’s murder: Police unveil alleged killer-cop, body may be exhumed Doctor told my patient virginity’s no longer in vogue, child specialist tells court Obi endorsement: Sacrifice luxury for Nigeria’s better future, Labour Party advises Arthur Eze 2023: Prepare for your defeat, APC tells Makinde, PDP How lawyers can mobilise Nigerians to end police brutality (2) Obi, man whose idea has come – Labour Party Omo-Agege can turn Delta into another Dubai — Dafinone Stock market opens positive, investors gain N188bn *THISDAY* Saraki Demands Apology, N20bn Damage from AbdulRazaq over Alleged Malicious Comments Like Obasanjo, Clark Endorses Obi, as Labour Party Leaders Hold Crucial Meeting in Ogun Bishop Rejects Umahi’s Award, Demands Murder Charges against Priest Dropped NCS Urges NASS to Drop NITDA’s Bill for Lack of Stakeholders’ Input APM Terminals Apapa Wins NPA Award on Safety Amid Uncertainties, Advertising Set for A Good Year Zoracom Launches Network, Security Operations Centre Severity Pela: I’ll Enthrone Fairness, Equity and Justice If Elected Delta Governor OPEN LETTER TO SALIU MUSTAPHA Predictable Budget Cycle: A Great Legacy of Ninth National Assembly Greg Ibe: I Left United States Because of My Passion for Abia’s Development House, ASUU Bicker over Suspended Strike Action Knocks as Obasanjo Queues Behind Obi Beke Promises Adequate Security, Free Education, Prosperity for Rivers People Looking Ahead In 2023 – Rekindling Hope in Nigeria’s Health Sector Leading Academics, Industry Operators for Pharmacy Academy Induction Chris Oyakhilome Foundation Donates 63m ML Blood across Hospitals *THE SUN* Athletes in top ranking: Onyali applauds Sports Minister Eagles’ job: Onigbinde, Bosso disagree on Yobo CAF U20 AFCON: Bosso reveals areas foreign pros are needed Eunisell Boot is catalyst for NPFL growth –Frimpong IMC to hold public presentation of take-off grants to clubs in Abuja ‘Messi is better than Maradona’ Messi given guard of honour on return to PSG Government has no right to shut down universities – Afe Babalola 1999 constitution won’t guarantee emergence of credible leaders –Afe Babalola NWFL: Lakeside Queens, three others qualify for championship Karaonye hopeful for a good game against Heartland I never ordered attack on Yoruba assets 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–Afiyo Nigeria Decides 2023: Northern Youth Leaders Forum’ll determine outcome of 2023 poll –Afiyo Promoting National Cohesion and challenges of Media X-raying NASS Committee on Culture and Tourism Youths group champions campaign against drug abuse, other vices Youths group champions campaign against drug abuse, other vices Don’t reintroduce violence to Plateau politics – Sabbanani warns *GUARDIAN* Bauchi police neutrialise kidnappers at Yankari Games Reserve One feared killed, shops razed as Hausa, Fulani clash in Ondo State Kano doctor allegedly transfuses woman with infected blood Two die, eight injured as gunshots rock Ondo New Year carnival Lagos boarding school sex claims not reported, say police DSS arrests mastermind of Ebiraland explosion Olaleye’s trial: There was forceful penetration, injury in minor’s private organ, says witness WELA commissions makeshift home in Agege Reflection, reflection time Otedola’s hour of happiness For Makinde, the auguries are very bright 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