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(Copyright ElohimTov.com). *NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR MONDAY 15TH DECEMBER 2025* *THE NATION* Presidency to opposition: stop undermining national institutions, face the law JUST IN: 11 survive private plane crash in Kano My jurisdiction limited to Ibadan LGs, says Olubadan Fleeing bandits' drug supplier 'Gamboli' arrested in Niger Reps move to reduce time for election litigations, set Tuesday for consideration of bill Police Affairs Ministry goes paperless with Galaxy Backbone ECM platform Insecurity: Yusuf establishes task force to secure motor parks, public spaces in Kano Africa must speak with coherence, act with unity in global politics, others —Speaker Abbas ADC expresses concerns over Nigeria-France digital tax agreement ECOWAS draws red line against coups, threatens sanctions on defaulters Tinubu committed to Naval fleet recapitalisation, says Mattawale Aiyedatiwa lauds AAUA's role in human capital development as 5,799 graduate Tinubu urges united ECOWAS front against coups  Osun 2026: Adeleke's emergence remains valid - Southwest Accord' Teenage Network founder selected as Malala fund education champion Ribadu, DSS boss, Alia, Inuwa others harp on unity as Hayab's daughter weds in Kaduna Over 20,000 applicants participate in NAF recruitment exercise nationwide  Edo police detain mortician over alleged organ harvesting Customs, NMDPRA collaborate to end fuel diversion  Oborevwori condoles with Diri, family, Bayelsans over passing of Ewhrudjakpo I won't defect to APC, I will stay in PDP, says Natasha  Nwifuru approves N150,000 Christmas bonus for Ebonyi workers Fed govt stops transfer of students into SS3 in public, private schools  Summit asks Kano govt to domesticate law against gender based violence CREDICORP launches 10,000 women in mobility scheme to boost economic inclusion Shettima joins other ECOWAS leaders for 68th Ordinary Session in Abuja JUST IN: Two killed, 10 injuries in Lagos crash  NIMASA disowns VLCC Skipper intercepted by US Northern Elders demand immediate termination of FIRS-France tax data MoU Ndume explains role in ambassadorial screening, says Senate will brief Tinubu on gaps Minister clarifies position on fleeing bandits evading security surveillance with high tech  NDLEA busts syndicate's warehouse in Asaba, seizes N150m worth of illegal narcotics  Osun 2026: APC is plotting parallel primary after Adeleke's emergence - Accord Party alleges 2027: Re-elect Tinubu to consolidate his reforms, Faleke urges Nigerians *PUNCH* Africa leaders seek compensation for UK 'colonial crimes' CSOs lament poor access to direct funding FIRS allays northern elders' sovereignty fear over France MoU 856 Enugu workers take CBT promotion exams Ndume alleges federal character breach in Tinubu ambassadorial nominees' list INEC disowns Accord Party's parallel gov primary in Osun Kwara, ex-lawmaker disagree as suspected bandits allege state sponsorship Taraba APC presents Kefas membership card Crisis hits Obi's LP faction as BoT sacks NWC ICPC recovers N37.4bn, $2.35m in 2025 LASG partners procurement institute to deepen transparency Bayelsa PDP backs Diri's autopsy order on late dep gov I've never had N5m, says bandit leader Turji Lagos begins installation of 22,000 solar streetlights Gov's wife restates commitment to elderly care Car imports rebound, hit N1tn in nine months Tinubu's inclusive governance makes Biafra agitations unnecessary — Umahi Ogun wins NGF's $400,000 healthcare leadership award PDP gov aspirant demands transparency in Lagos budget Coups: Tinubu rallies ECOWAS leaders, Benin arrests ex-president's son Ekiti approves N15.2bn for road reconstruction Presidency, opposition clash over alleged weaponising of EFCC Enugu acquires indigenous surveillance drones VIDEO: This token is not payment, Rabiu rewards BUA workers with cash gifts Kwara denies bandit arrests, warns against false reports Judges need police escorts, says ex-Attorney General VIDEO: Only 12% of Nigerian delivery rooms have clean water - Saraki ECOWAS to sanction Guinea-Bissau coup enablers, orders speedy transition Presidency faults opposition, insists EFCC is independent Kebbi ADC accuses EFCC of bias, demands release of Malami UPDATED: Sydney beach shooting death toll rises to 16 - Police Bayelsa PDP backs Diri on autopsy for late deputy gov *LEADERSHIP* 2027: Kalu Haven't Declared For Abia Governorship Yet, Says Spokesman Accident Claims 4 Lives, Injures 7 In Kogi Presidency Fires Back At Opposition, Says Anti-Corruption Fight Not A Political Tool Dangote Alleges Sleaze At NMDPRA, Demands Investigation, Prosecution Of Agency Head Gas Explosion Razes 3-bedroom Flat In Kwara Opposition Leaders Raise Alarm Over Alleged Threat To Nigeria's Multi-Party Democracy NSIB Begins Investigation Into Hawker 800XP Incident At Kano Airport Police Arrest Father For Allegedly Killing, Burying Son In Edo ICPC Recovers ₦37.44bn, $2.35m In 2025 Tinubu Urges ECOWAS To Take Decisive Action Against Coup Content Creator Peller Crashes Car On Livestream Over Alleged Breakup With Girlfriend Jarvis Ngige: MASSOB Accuses EFCC Of Political Vendetta '‎Detty December' Festival Kicks Off With Pomp, Pageantry Governor Yusuf Sets Up Task Force To Secure Public Spaces In Kano Ebonyi Governor Approves N150,000 Christmas Bonus For Civil Servants Onion Farmers Warn Of Commodity Price Hike Ahead Of Christmas, New Year Festivities JUST-IN: Federal Government Bans Direct Admission, Transfer To SS3 Nationwide Alara Stool: Ekiti Community Sues For Reconciation After Supreme Court Verdict Benue, Circuits Alliance Unveil $15m Creative Fund, Target 300,000 Jobs For Youth Police Ministry Beats December 31 Deadline, Unveils Digital Platform *VANGUARD* Gov Yusuf sets up Special Task Force to secure Kano Motor Parks, strategic locations MASSOB comments on Ngige's EFCC arrest following Obi's visit Retirement not end of service — CNS Abbas Flybird aircraft suffers nose gear collapse in Kano, NSIB investigates ICPC recovers N37bn, $2.35m, secures high-profile convictions in 2025 Omachi assumes office as Finance Permanent Secretary Aiyedatiwa's aide chides commissioners for alleged sabotage Ministry of Police Affairs launches digital ECM platform to boost efficiency and transparency Taraba Governor Agbu Kefas resigns from PDP, joins APC 8-month-old baby, woman killed in Ikorodu road crash; 10 injured Ex-president son arrested after Benin foiled coup attempt Tinubu has performed creditably across all sectors — Governor Nwifuru Nwifuru approves ₦150,000 Christmas bonus for Ebonyi workers Coups: ECOWAS pledges to defend democracy Alleged Christian genocide: US, Nigeria close to finalising strategic framework on insecurity - Riley Moore Bandits comment: CSO tells Tinubu to redeploy Communication, Digital Economy Minister Anambra lines up fun-filled Christmas activities Yoruba Ronu to Sanwo-Olu: Install Kosoko as Oloja of Lagos My Channels interview focused on 3MTT, connectivity gaps — Minister clarifies US, Nigeria close to finalising strategic framework on insecurity - Riley Moore 2027: Obi unlikely to win 5% in core Northern states - Ashimolowo Osun to digitise public primary, secondary school NAPTIP hands over 11 victims of human trafficking to Jigawa council *THISDAY* Opposition Leaders Raise Alarm over Threat to Nigerias Multi-Party Democracy Oby Ezekwesili Selected for International Anti-Corruption Excellence Award Amupitans Doubt on Tech Devices Ensuring Credible Elections Careless, Says Osun PDP Tinubu, Fubara Hail Wike at 58, President Lauds FCT Transformation Shettima Declares Open 68th Ordinary Session Of ECOWAS Leaders in Abuja NiMet Predicts Three-day Sunshine, Haziness from Today NBA Human Rights Institute, Legal Aid Partner on Plight of Vulnerable To Boost Security, Tinubu Approves New Army Depot in Ebonyi, Army Graduates 3,439 Recruits for Deployment Rule in Truth With Fear of God, Cleric Urges Leaders NIPR President Advocates Constructive Patriotism, Says Leaders No Longer Trusted by Citizens NELFUND Applauds N100bn Dangote Scholarship Scheme Flybird Confirms Passengers Safety After Kano Airport Incident Gov AbdulRazaq: Kwara ill Continue to Deepen Quality Higher Education UNODC Advocates Inclusion of PwDs in Crime Prevention and Security Strategies Coastal Highway: Winhomes Insists on Collective Action Amid Legal Tussle EU-IDEA Seeks Unified Framework to Reform Nigerias Juvenile Justice System For Stella Oduah, the Storm is Not Over FGs Push for Speedy Trial of Terror Suspects How Oyetola and Others Allegedly Edged Out Omisore from Gubernatorial Race As Northern Leaders UnveilFresh Blueprint on Insecurity From Lagos to dz, Bukola Oyebode Shapes Art Across Continents How a Governor Learned the Grammar of Survival Akpabio and Natasha: The Unwilling Twins Femi Fani-Kayode Gets Rewards for Love of Unity All Eyes on Zacch Adedeji Pa Joshua Olugbodi: A Life Anchored in Service and Community Sarakis Waiting Game and the Search for Kwaras Next Standard-bearer Ooni, Obalufe Hail Fani-Kayodes Senate Screening, Laud Ambassadorial Appointment as Pride of Ife Land Tony Elumelus Compassionate Side Happy Moment for Senator Grace Bent When Abuja Feasted on Colours Exploring the Intersection of Art, Sound, and Self-Discovery 202 Gallery, GFA Presents An Intergenerational Exhibition Reflection Timipre Sylva and the Season of Sealed Doors Tijani: Bandits Use Special Technology to Make Phone Calls, Evade Tracking, Monitoring Calls Very Technical Global Body Honours Ezekwesili with Anti-corruption Excellence Award Dele Alake: Mining Sector Digitisation Triggers Revenue Increase, Efficiency, Global Recognition At ECOWAS Session, WAfrican Ministers Express Concern over Spread of Violent Extremism, Unconstitutional Changes of Govt Osunbor: Nigeria Drifting Toward Lawlessness, Fubaras Suspension a Serious Constitutional Violation Jonathan, Diri Mourn Bayelsa Deputy Governor, Ewhrudjakpo Kaydee Clinches Title at Spin It Loud Finale When Fashion Wizard, Yutee Rone, Wowed the Audience Again, Iyiola Omisores Guber Ambition in Jeopardy Adewale Tinubu: The Global Ascent of An Energy Titan GTCO Holiday Food & Drink Festival Brings the Cheer of Christmas Ijeoma Nwogwugwu: A Newsrooms Maverick at 60 Abiola Laseinde: Transforming Africas Tech Leadership Loud Whispers with Joseph Edgar Lulu Shabell Unveils LK Ball Nigeria Steals the Spotlight at 2025 TikTok Awards Sub-Saharan Africa After Meeting With Obasanjo, Other PDP Leaders, Turaki Says Sacking APC Possible Journey for APC to Reclaim Osun Has Begun, Tinubu Declares In Goodwill Message to Tiv, Atiku Says Impunity is Threatening Nigerias Survival, Not Diversity Shettima: Tinubus Administration Will Remodel NIPSS into Digitally Driven, Global Centre of Excellence Saraki: Nigerias Reforms Will Collapse Under Public Pressure Unless They Improve Living Conditions, Create Jobs Nigerian Governors: How 36 States Grew Health Sector Budget by 30% to N2.36tn in 2025 ADC Commences Membership Registration, Sets Dates for Congresses and National Convention Emir Sanusi Hosts Christian Leaders in Kano, Preaches Peace, Unity, Religious Harmony NLC to Hold Nationwide Protest over Insecurity December 17 *DAILY TRUST* Osun govship: Another Accord Party candidate emerges ECOWAS leaders meet in Abuja over regional stability, coup 4 Killed, 7 Injured in Kogi Auto Crash Gov Kefas picks APC membership card ahead of defection Former Nigerias Ambassador to China, Uthman AbdulAzeez, Dies at 71 Unknown assailants kill pregnant woman, toddler in Kano BREAKING: FG bans admission, transfer of SS3 students Father allegedly kills, buries teenage son in Edo JUST IN: Private jet crash-lands in Kano EU, Gombe State unveil Solar Powered Health Initiative Ambassadorial list: Senate to forward observations to Tinubu after screening Ndume Obi: Rising insecurity shows failure of leadership Natasha: I wont join APC despite being persuaded by Presidency Stop Celebrating Corrupt Individuals, EFCC Tells Nigerians Gov Diri orders autopsy on deputy Kwara Gov Warns Parents Against Pressuring Graduates Behold! Super Eagles AFCON debutants Its scandal after scandal in AFN *NEW TELEGRAPH* Anti-Corruption Fight: EFCC Being Used To Weaken Opposition Atiku, Obi, Mark, Others Osun 2026: Accord Party Disowns Factional Primary, Affirms Adeleke As Sole Governorship Candidate Osun 2026: Accord Party Disowns Factional Primary, Affirms Adeleke As Sole Governorship Candidate Persistent Insecurity Is Failure Of Leadership Obi APC Leadership Commends Stakeholders For Generosity To Kebbi Peopl Nentawe, Alia, Suswam, Aondoakaa Bag Tiv Honorific Chieftaincy Titles TETFund Backs Defence R&D, Pledges Support For Military Innovation Drive ECOWAS Leaders Pledge To Defend Democracy, Deepen Integration, Tackle Insecurity US Troops Killed In ISIS Ambush Attack In Syria Edo Govt Servicing N385m Monthly Debt For Radisson Hotel Project Gov Nwifuru Announces N150,000 Christmas Bonus For Civil Servants Kwara Gov Mourns Bello, Former IEDPU President Uthman FG Bans Admission, Transfer Into ss3 to Curb Exam Malpractice Africa Must Speak With One Voice, Act In Unity Abbas CSC Chairman Lauds Gov Mbah On Regular Salary Payments HEDA Faults PIA Implementation, Calls For Stronger Governance Banditry: Yusuf Strengthens Intelligence Network To Secure Parks Aiyedatiwa Pledges Improved Funding For Adekunle Ajasin University Insecurity: NLC Insists, Says No Going Back On Nationwide Protest ADC Demands Full Disclosure Of Nigerias Tax Agreement With France Why Nigeria Needs More Transparency, Accountability Ibadin Biafran Struggle Rested By Tinubu, Says Umahi Oborevwori Condoles Diri, Family, Bayelsans Over Passing Of Ewhrudjakpo Osun 2026: Ill Beat Oyebamiji For Continuity Of Good Governance Adeleke NES Director Praises Tinubus Economic Reforms CRiver, Presco Sign MoU To Revitalize Boki, Nsadop Oil Palm Estates FCC, NUJ Mourn Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo Anti-Corruption Fight: ICPC Recovers N37.44Bn, $2.35M In 2025 Private Jet Crash-Lands At Kano Airport Osun 2026: Oyebamiji Emergence, Right Step Towards APCs Victory Oyintiloye Adaramodu, Constructs Ultra-Modern Shops To Boost Economic, Community Devt Factional Accord Party Holds Primary, Elects Bamigbola As Gubernatorial Flag-Bearer FGC Alumni Urge Govt To Prioritize Teacher Training Applause As Prophetess Adeoye Is Consecrated into Office Of Bishop EU, Gombe Launch Solar-Powered Health Project To Tackle Power Deficit In Healthcare Osun 2026: Fasola Congratulates Oyebamiji on Emergence As APC Flag-Bearer Wema Bank Launches 12 Days Of Christmas With 5-For-5 Rewards Customer Campaign Sokoto Police Command Mourns Death Of Deputy Commissioner Of Police AIbom Govt Urges Pensioners To Prioritise Health, Pledges Improved Welfare Senator, Reps Member Laud Peaceful LG Poll In Borno Osun 2026: Real Estate Developer, Adebayo Emerges APM Gubernatorial Flag-Bearer Fubara Celebrates Wike On 58th Birthday Ewhrudjakpos Sudden Death: Diri Orders Autopsy, Warns Against Politicisation Turaki, PDP Leaders Meet Obasanjo Amid Party Crisis NASC Conducts 2025 Promotion Examination For Natl Assembly Staff Security Operatives Neutralise Notorious Bandit NaAllah In Sokoto Tension In Kano As Pregnant Woman, 18-Month-Old Son Killed In Suspected Attack Osun Wins 2025 PHC Leadership As Adeleke Vows Further Dividends Sokoto: NUJ Raises Alarm Over Residents Forced To Flee Homes At Night 2027: Ogun West Will Produce One Consensus Candidate Oladele Group Urges Continuity In Defence Ministry, Backs Matawalles Tenure NCC Launches Annual Copyright Dialogue, Moses Ekpo Prize For Innovative Copyright Reporting *BLUE PRINT* Popular TikToker Peller in car crash after break-up with Jarvis Gusau speaks on influencing Super Eagles 2025 AFCON final squad First Holdco completes divestment from FBNQuest Merchant Bank Ltd Sterling Bank tasks stakeholders on Nigerias clean energy potential Stock market sustains bullish run as investors pocket N1.54trn gain Nigeria, China strategise on investment corporation Ebonyi: Nwifuru approves N150,000 Christmas bonus for each civil servant John Cena retires from WWE after 24-year career Kano airport: NSIB confirms aircraft landing incident, launches investigation Yakubu Gowon alive, in good health Aide AFCON 2025: Nwabali joins Uzoho in Super Eagles camp Osun 2026: Accord faction picks another candidate days after Adelekes emergence AFCON 2025: Tickets sold out for Nigeria vs Tunisia clash Nigerias defender set to leave Hoffenheim, 12 years after 2025 AFCON: Uzoho first Super Eagle to arrive At Hayab daughters wedding: Ribadu, Alia, Inuwa dwell on national unity Kano agric mechanisation model: A necessity for FGN, states Pro-Chancellor, VC faceoff stalls convocation at Michael Okpara Varsity Nigeria: Igboche Mark reveals key to basketball revival Arewa group backsMatawalle Northern, Southern youths sign peace accord in Kaduna Ribadu and Trump: A lesson in security diplomacy Africa faces 130m housing deficit by 2030, $1.4trn in finance gap Minister Emir Sanusi II receives Christian leaders, preaches peaceful co-existence Northern elders move against FIRSFrance tax data MoU Real Sociedad sack coach Francisco amid slump Bankes, Nightingale win Snowboard Cross World Cup gold Cordina closer to two-weight title dream after win Liverpool united as one after Salah return Van Dijk Wembanyama returns to help Spurs reach NBA Cup final Mikaelian beats Jack to regain WBC title How Tinubus intervention in Osun APC governorship primary prevented disunity Group Exam malpractice: FG prohibits admission, transfer of students into SS3 Oonis second-in-command lauds Fani-Kayodes choice as ambassador How Nigeria will achieve $74bn livestock sector growth Minister 2025 AYG: Nigeria wins gold to dominate Beach Volleyball, Nimrod hails performance Infrastructure: Tinubu has done so much for northern Nigeria Group Breaking: Passengers escape death as plane crashlands in Kano How our abducted school children survived only on Tuwo Jero, Milan Kuka Parents Onukwubiri: We released detained businessmanin line with court directive Police 2025 Africa Youth Games: As team Nigeria sustains swimming revolution CAS visits Makurdi: Reaffirms commitment to air power readiness in fight against insecurity Nigerian Legion fete widows of fallen heroes At Yobe 2027 leadership summit: Lawan tops youth-led scorecard Nwabali, Uzoho: 2 Nigerian goalkeepers first to arrive for 2025 AFCON as Super Eagles camp opens Benue: Akume, Alia resume political fight, Yilwatda wades in Enugu: Police arrest 6 cult members, recover firearm, others Anambra:Soludo demotes 2 school principals Shettima lauds emir of Keffi on 10th anniversary 4th African Youth Games: Nigeria scoop 11 athletics medals Sustain security interventions, Tor Tiv tells Tinubu, preaches justice for victims, unity Youth empowerment: First north-east civic innovation hackathon inaugurated in Yobe SWAN Anambra honours Soludos spokesman, police commissioner, others Turji confirms peace talks with Matawalle-led Sokoto state government Kachalla NaAllah: Security operatives neutralise another notorious bandit in Sokoto Why I cant venture into politics Bishop Oyedepo PDP leaders seek Obasanjos support ahead of 2027 elections Fury, Joshua set for long-awaited heavyweight showdown Nigerias Arokodare scores first EPL goal *GUARDIAN* INEC dissociates self from factional Accord Party gov primary in Osun Police arrest mortuary attendant over alleged organ harvesting in Edo NSIB launches probe into Kano air mishap Rabiu rewards long-serving BUA staff with $20.7m cash gifts N4tr power sector debt fiscally unsustainable CPPE Napoli stumble at Udinese to leave AC Milan top in Serie A West African presidents meet after string of coups 2027: Obi cannot win 5% of votes in North, says Pastor Ashimolowo Coalition gives govt 3-month ultimatum over collapsed Taraba bridge EFCC denied Malami opportunity to perfect bail Spokesman Haaland stars as Man City thrash Crystal Palace 3-0 at Selhurst Park Your tenure, dark page in Osun sociopolitical history, Adeleke tells Oyetola Osun 2026: Adeleke vows to defeat APC, backs record Kidnapping, insecurity threaten Nigerias survival GKS president Ondo varsity seeks N12b annual subvention to attain global status, potential 2026: Adeleke jittery over Oyebamijis emergence as our guber candidate, says Osun APC Army rescues abducted woman in Taraba Saudi Crown Prince to make 10 billion bid for Barcelona FC Van Dijk wants leader Salah to stay at Liverpool AC Milan held by Sassuolo in Serie A Osun 2026: Accord faction picks another candidate days after Adelekes emergence Ezekwesili wins anti-graft excellence award 21 years after, unions renew call for Nigeria Airways retirees severance FG bans admission, transfer of students into SS3 BYM urges Fulani herdsmen to leave Plateau for peace to reign Malaria Control: Ekiti records breakthrough as govt assures gains sustainability Cody Rhodes beats Oba Femi by DQ after Drew McIntyre intervenes on WWE SmackDown North West Development Commission: A Regions Future on Hold! North-West cannot afford to lag behind other regions Yakassai Only 22% of Nigeria hospitals have access to clean water Saraki Woman, infant die as LASTMA, LASAMBUS rescue 10 in Ikorodu road crash NDLEA arrests bandits drug supplier, seizes 47kg skunk, 170,000 bottles of codeine Primate Ayodele, Adelabu clash over alleged N150m extortion attempt NUC tasks universities on adherence to extant regulations There is no prayer greater than God bless you, says Pastor Adeboye ADC announces dates for congresses, convention, begins 90-day membership registration Corruption: Were investigating former ministers, serving officials, says CCB Villarreal Liga clash at Levante postponed after weather warning Gunmen kill 11 during Jewish event at Sydneys Bondi Beach Obi demands probe into alleged arms supply to terrorists by govt officials N6tr scandal: SERAP demands publication of indicted names in NDDC report Why civil servants are barred from private business, foreign accounts CCB Soludo plans dualisation of Onitsha roads to ease traffic Tinubu approves patency certificate for research institutes turmeric tea production CSOs alarmed over legislators meddling in exam bodies Biting is a form of affection, says actress Honeypot Tinubu approves N20b for CCB to boost anti-corruption drive U.S. rapper, Cardi B, goes viral in Saudi Arabia Political marginalisation fuelling coup resurgence in Africa Falana Adamawa govt orders free medical treatment for victims of Lamurde clash Security forces neutralise notorious bandit Kachalla NaAllah in Sokoto Im not proud of my past, I was bad Pastor Adeboye FG moves to tighten monitoring of N4.7tr constituency projects Accident claims 4 lives on Lokoja-Ajaokuta road Tinubus police withdrawal from VIPs wont affect judges, says Kekere-Ekun Nigerian soldiers spend 6th day in Burkina Fasos detention as diplomatic talks continue FG appoints Tukur Adamu as FUGUS new VC PDP leaders meet Obasanjo for guidance as party repositions ahead of 2027 How unreliable power, poor infrastructure undermine Oguns primary care system *THE AUTHORITY* Wikes FCT achievements go beyond road projects Official Namibias govt set to address 88% urban informal settlements Sankwasa Housing sector : HDAN vows Zero Tolerance for Scammers, pledges vigilant oversight for professional excellence NUJ FCT 2025 Carol Hails Journalists for Truth, Peace, Development Peace Corps faults EFCCs arraignment of commandant, director Breaking: Jubilation in Kaduna as Uba Sani Extends Free CNG Bus Rides Music and Mental Health: A Healing Connection 2027: Maraf promises better deals for Zamfara Group urges Tinubu to ignore calls for Matawales removal as minister of state, defence Alake flags Off 1Gov system, hails MCOs revenue generation Mukhtar advocates improved livestock climate finance capacity Pillar of the Igbo nation: YOWICAN commends Gov Uzodimma on 67th birthday Tomori Foundation, Study AI launch Nigerias first AI-powered exam preparation platform *DAILY TIMES* Police arrest suspected killers of retired Judge in Delta EU launches 12m programme to strengthen maritime security in West, Central Africa Insecurity: Ribadu Hosts US Congressional Delegates In Abuja Okpebholo has defied early scepticism with infrastructure push Afegbua LP Reps task politicians on united front against insecurity, economic challenges Naira weakens despite CBNs $100m intervention as reserves rise to $45bn Listed Firms Pump N3.06trn in Taxes on N7.6trn Profits *PREMIUM TIMES* ECOWAS leaders meet, vow to be proactive against coups FIRS says MoU with Frances DGFIP didnt undermine Nigerian sovereignty ICPC recovers N37.44bn, $2.35m in 2025 Chair CPPE raises concerns about oil, revenue projections Unlicensed gold mining, trade leave northern Ghana exposed to JNIM terrorists Report UPDATED: 11 evacuated after Flybird jet crash-lands at Kano airport 11 dead as gunmen open fire on Jewish community in Australia Controversy as Tinubus ADC, Nurudeen Yusuf, is promoted twice in one year LALIGA, Sporty Group return with fifth edition of African MVP honour Many cattle killed after alleged poisoning in Plateau community MACBAN AFCON 2025 Countdown: Stanley Nwabali joins Uzoho in Super Eagles camp NDLEA arrests suspected bandits drug supplier in Niger, seizes codeine, skunk nationwide Private aircraft overshoots runway in Kano JUST IN: Private aircraft overshoots runway in Kano Four children killed in attack on Plateau community Experts discuss challenges, opportunities in small river hydropower development in Nigeria Bow-and-go:When the Senate ate the intestines ofkt, By Festus Adedayo Big tech vs. the press: Googles UK experiment and the global threat to media freedom, By Shuaib S. Agaka Nigeria can no longer pretend online violence against women is invisible, By Farida Adamu Terrorist Bello Turji in new video narrates relationship with defence minister Corruption: Were investigating ministers, top govt official CCB Article of Faith: The highest form of prayer (2), By Femi Aribisala SERAP threatens contempt suit against AGF Fagbemi over failure to enforce NDDC judgment Why well proceed with Wednesdays nationwide protest NLC Corruption: CCB issues stern warning to LG chairpersons Eight reportedly killed in Cameroons restive Anglophone region Palm Wine Scarcity (2): Declining number of tappers contributes to shortage, rising costs AFCON 2025 Countdown: Remo Stars release Adebiyi Obassa to Benin Nostalgia, celebration as Qua Iboe Church Secondary School alumni return to give back Chevron celebrates top Delta student at 2025 Chemistry competition NiMet predicts three-day weather across Nigeria from Sunday 4th African Youth Games: Nigeria dominates athletics, wins 11 medals AFCON 2025 Countdown: Remo Stars release Adebiyi Obassa to Benin AFCON 2025 Countdown: Uzoho first to arrive as Super Eagles open camp UN chief condemns fatal attack on peacekeepers in Sudan Ghanaian authorities arrest 32 Nigerians for cybercrime AFCON 2025 Countdown: Osimhen, Bassey, Chukwueze, Iwobi sign off in style Fresh X spat drags El-Rufai sons back into vulgar online exchanges Increasing inequality in the Nigerian polity as a disincentive for investment, By Dipo Baruwa Gov Radda flags off 1MW Danja mini-hydro power project Hajj 2026: NAHCON opens medical team application portal, introduces new rules EFCC denies revoking ex-AGF Malamis bail, explains continued detention BUA Group shares N30bn to staff during excellence, long service awards night FG launches nationwide innovation programme for children aged 516 Coup in Guinea-Bissau and the dilemma of ECOWAS, By Hakeem Jamiu Ulomas Death: Group demands sanctions for Enugu Police over ignored abuse report Takeaways from Gov Raddas Katsina statewide tour, By Mannir Wurma Movie Review: Night Market impresses with originality but stumbles in execution Harpic partners Fed, Lagos govts to champion access to safe toilets and end open defecation ANALYSIS: 2025: The worst PDP performance in Anambra governorship poll since 1999 Osun 2026: Oyebamiji clinches APC ticket for governorship race International Breweries Plc elevates its premium portfolio with the grand unveiling of Budweiser Royale UN backs ICJs findings on UNRWA neutrality, denounces Israels allegations Primary Health Care: Zamfara ranks best in North West TRENDING: How Ooni removed over 19 shrines obstructing my factory construction Aliko Dangote Donald Trump: The contradiction at the heart of a divided America, By Kayode Adebiyi THX22 Foundation, Lagos Food Bank Initiative partner, feed 200 families in outreach Ooni hails Fani-Kayode on successful Senate ambassadorial screening Alleged Genocide: Again, Nicki Minaj calls for freedom of Christians in Nigeria Tinubu celebrates Wike on birthday Nigerias strategic response to an increasingly dangerous neighbourhood, By Simbo Olorunfemi LASU regulates content creation on campus after viral bandits prank video OPay reaffirms regulatory compliance as core business priority during courtesy visit to EFCC Police speak on reported attack in Ajebo community in Lagos Quiet streets greet Peter Psquares visit to Jos Yobe wins PHC leadership challenge as states advocate health reforms Obasanjo, Gowon, others join First Lady Tinubu at 2025 Christmas Carols Bago presents 1.3 trillion Budget of Consolidation to Niger State Assembly MUSIC REVIEW: In Balling Celebrate, 2Baba responds to scrutiny with restraint APC inaugurates Osun governorship primary, appeal committees PT Health Watch: What to know about using Tampons for menstruation Oyedele says 2026 tax laws will boost small firms, protect low earners FCCPC begins investigations to determine exploitation in airfare price AFCON 2025 squad: Five uncapped players gunning for glory in Morocco with Super Eagles Naira rebounds, gains N1.65 against dollar at official market NUPRC issues permits to 28 companies for flare gas utilisation, targets $2 billion investment Federal High Court reverses order granting AMCON enforcement of receivership over General Hydrocarbons Governor Radda flags off e-governance in Katsina Left to Leak: Inaccessible healthcare leaves women in rural Niger with fistula Benin: Between military claws and the bloody talons of a President, By Owei Lakemfa *SPORT* 2 Veteran journalists rue Super Eagles World Cup miss over breakfast in Atlanta - 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