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(Copyright ElohimTov.com). *NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR TUESDAY 2ND DECEMBER 2025* *THE NATION* Osun Gov Adeleke resigns from PDP Badaru resigns as minister of defence Tinubu meets former Defence Chief, Musa amid recent security concerns DHQ convenes border security meeting over clash with Niger soldiers FG to expose terrorism financiers, tighten border security, says Presidency Terrorism: NAF, UBEC partner to boost security in schools IGP orders arrest of officers escorting VIPs Tompolo bags honorary doctorate from Edwin Clark University NAHCON signs MoU with four banks to deepen Hajj savings scheme 'I am the manager Osun state needs to flourish', says Oyebamiji Police arrest man for allegedly faking own kidnap, demanding ₦35m ransom in Enugu TETFUND, Innov8 collaborate on transforming research into innovation Why Apo-Karshi road project was terminated, by Wike  Nigeria vows to leverage IMO Council's return to boost global maritime competitiveness Insecurity: Police reinforce ban on commercial motorcycle operation in Kano Northern govs, monarchs ask Tinubu to suspend mining in north for six months to tackle banditry Group knocks ADC over comments on ex-INEC boss' ambassadorial nomination Gov Agbu visits Tinubu in Abuja ahead of planned defection to APC Nigeria's GDP soars by 3.98 per cent in Q3 2025 Kogi West leaders endorse Ododo for 2027, establish zonal security joint task force to curb banditry Fubara, Speaker clash over deplorable condition of schools in Rivers  PSC warns Nigerians against fake police recruitment portals ACJA @10: Tinubu pledges support for justice sector reforms Police move to avert looming crisis, hold peace parley with Delta communities FG promotes 24,202 officers, personnel in four para-military agencies It is satanic to say Edo is against investors, says Okpebholo Justice Okogwu's murder: Asaba monarch harps on profiling security guards before engagement  HIV/AIDS: Nigeria making strides but work remains, say FG, stakeholders Tinubu assures parents of abducted Niger schoolchildren of safe return Aiyedatiwa inaugurates Amotekun command centre, reaffirms commitment to state security Why we suspended indefinite strike, by NARD 2026: Osun PDP expresses doubts in Makinde-led faction's capacity to hold guber primary Shettima backs India's smart class technology for Nigerian schools FRC, NASS raise alarm over fiscal gaps in petroleum sector *PUNCH* Sanwo-Olu's wife canvasses support for GBV survivors FG offers HIV patients free liver, kidney tests Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissau opposition candidate Abure kicks as LP faction claims court stops nationwide congress Rivers Assembly attacks Fubara over infrastructure collapse, N600bn savings Resident doctors threaten to resume strike Tinubu plans replacement as defence minister resigns North-based kids demand right to protection Benue group hails Kefas over Taraba security UMZA Air MD seeks stronger air connectivity to enhance Insecurity: Ododo introduces regulated hours for social, religious gatherings Sokoto's security blueprint earns national spotlight Borno mother laments daughter's third month in B'Haram custody Barau mourns as bandits kill one, kidnap three in Kano First Lady donates 10,000 pads to Jigawa schoolgirls Bishop urges Tinubu to rescue abducted Niger students Nigerians abroad demand action on passport, NIN delays Monarch urges youth participation in sports to curb crime, terrorism Ex-Gov Ahmed seeks AI-powered data research at Unilorin Ex-CDS Musa meets Tinubu as Irabor dismisses B'Haram recruitment claim FG urges respect for sovereignty at ICC Assembly SGF demands health minister's clarification on sachet alcohol ban DHQ addresses Katsina vigilantes, Nigerien soldiers' border clash Bandits contact parents of kidnapped Sokoto bride Plateau PDP members seek Mutfwang's defection to APC Insurgency: FG getting support from US, UK, France, says Ribadu Strike: FG, ASUU to approve 40% salary rise, extra allowances Museum probe: Obaseki tackles Okpebholo, rejects summons FRSC mandates construction firms to install safety signs NAF assures UBEC of enhanced school security nationwide PDP crisis: Osun gov primary collapses, Kefas embraces APC LASG pledges support for youth innovations *LEADERSHIP* Fubara To Prioritise Education In 2026 Budget After Viral Video On School Decay Measles-Rubella: Kwara, 20 Other States To Repeat Polio Vaccination 3.3m Could Contract HIV By 2030 - UNFPA Taraba Governor Kefas Meets Tinubu After Defecting To APC 1 Injured Over Deposed Osun Monarch's Burial Rites Irate Kano Youths Attempt Mob Action Against Suspected Bandits In Police Custody Ataoja's Public Endorsement Of Aregbesola, ADC Stirs Political Tension In Osun 6 Workers Rescued From Collapsed Building Site In Bauchi Nigerien Troops Entered Nigeria To Fetch Water, Says DHQ ECOWAS Chairman Bio Meets Guinea-Bissau Junta Midnight Fire Kills Family Of 5 In Katsina Tinubu Shops For Replacement As Defence Minister Badaru Resigns Despite Governor Adeleke's Stance, PDP Fixes Osun Governorship Primary For December 2 Sachet Alcohol Ban Under Review As SGF Seeks Health Ministry's Clarification Insecurity: Suspend Mining Activities For 6 Months, Northern Governors Tell Tinubu VP Shettima Backs Schoolnet's Smart Class Push For Nigerian Schools BREAKING: Amid Rising Attacks, Ex-CDS Musa Meets Tinubu Babarinde, Akeredolu, Akinpelu, Others Make Brandcom's 2025 '35 Under 35′ List Drama As 2Baba, New Wife Natasha Fight On Daddy Freeze's Live Show CDCFIB Promotes 24,202 NCoS, NSCDC, NIS, FFS Officers *VANGUARD* Arewa groups in Ogun endorse Tinubu for 2027 DHQ clarifies border misunderstanding in Jibia Boko Haram conflict not religious crisis - Zulum  Enugu receives 2 drones, 10 vehicles, others to fight insecurity Speaker Abbas denies involvement in alleged ₦18.6bn NASC building contract controversy Abductions: Yobe CP orders deployment of police personnel in schools LP crisis deepens as Abia High Court stops Abure's plans to hold congresses Nigerian Correctional Service gets first female spokesperson, Jane Osuji Insecurity: Northern Govs back State Police, seek 6-month suspension of mining 16 Days of Activism: 2,500 children abducted in 10 years - CSO Tinubu, ex-CDS, Christopher Musa meet in Aso Villa 'Some politicians funding terrorism in Nigeria'  —  Former CDS Irabor 2027: Why power should stay in South - Ex-Atiku's spokesperson, Sowunmi Admission racketeering, NYSC mobilisation fraud not tolerated in UNICAL — Prof Offiong Reversing ban on beans with organic preservation, sprays our priority - Farmers NCSCN backs Tinubu on ex-NIA DG ambassadorial nomination PDP confirms December 2 for Osun governorship primary Nigeria trains civil servants on AI to boost service delivery Insecurity: Northern governors, traditional rulers declare support for state police Police seek support for effective community policing in Zamfara Ossai faults Lagos Governor's aide over Lagos‑Warri ports shift Nigeria's GDP grew by 3.98% in Q3 2025 - NBS ACF denies endorsing amnesty or payments to terrorists *THISDAY* Transafam Power Unveils CSR for Senior Citizens, Pledges Commitment to Wellness of Host Communities First Lady Urges Support for Tinubus Drive to Make Nigeria HIV-free by 2030 Gov Mbah Launches Hi-tech Drones, Equipment, Patrol Vans to Boost Security in Enugu Direct Your Suspension Issue to Your Ward, Ogun Govt Replies Daniel FCSC to Enlist Abia as Partner In Strategic Plan, Says Olaopa African Democracy Will Remain Weak Without Empowered Legislative Aides, South Sudan Speaker Warns Ribadu: Nigeria Now Receiving Support from US, UK, France, Others in Fight Against Terrorists NSE Backs Tinubus Policy on Blue Economy, As Obasanjo, Makinde, Others Attend Ibadan Conference Gov Otu Honours Predecessors, Lights Up Christmas Tree to Usher in Yuletide Season Alleged Defamation: Court Grants FGs Request to Shift Akpoti-Uduaghans Trial to February 23 Abbas: For Decades, Our Economic Discourse Suffered From Overdose of Optimism, Underdose of Measurements Dangote, Kano, Forge Partnerships at 2025 Trade Fair Abducted Royal Father, Six Others Regain Freedom Northern Youth Conference Calls for Collective Action Against Insecurity Police Assure Family Justice for Murdered Female Judge in Delta Bauchi, Chinese Firm to Explore State Mineral Resources Family Claims Right to Awujale Stool Ex-Lawmaker Celebrates Nigerias Aviation Sectors Century-old Milestone 1Win Betting Where Players from Ghana Win Big SEC Nigeria: Building a Sustainable Capital Market for Economic Prosperity Anglican Communion Creates Ekiti South Diocese, Enthrones Bankole as Pioneer Bishop Emenike Marks 70th Birthday, Unveils Seven New Books Agba Calls for Stronger Laws, Collective Action to End SGBV Ikale Advancement Forum Lauds Senator Jimoh Ibrahims Nomination As Ambassador-Designate Gbajabiamila: Leaders Must Develop Patience to Listen, Wisdom to Unite, Strength to Make Principled Decisions Enugu, EU Deepen Partnership Beyond Education, Energy, to Include Other Sectors Against All Odds, Honouring Nigerias Security Frontliners CLIMATE CHANGE AND THE DISAPPEARING LAKE CHAD At 39.44% YtD,NGXJoins Top Four Best Performing Stock Markets in Africa SEC: Exit fromGrey List, T+2 Reaffirms Nigeria as investment Destination FCMB Champions AgriTech Innovation with FMO, HeaveVentures Oando Earns SCGN Admission for Exemplary Ethics, Transparency A New Era of Efficiency: Tunji Ojo Leads Nigeria into a Digital Future with the Single Travel Emergency Passport Air Peace:No Intention of Detaining Lessors AircraftDespite $38M Loss Senate to Revisit Courier Regulatory Bill Five Years After AviationInsurance:NCAAAdvicesInsurersonGlobal Best Practices NECA Champions Nigeria First Policy to Boost Local Production OPS:New Excise Bill Could Undermine Tinubus Fiscal Reform Agenda Experts Urge Young Professionalsto Leverage Strength, Stay Accountable 10 Stockbroking Firms Transact N6.6trn Worth of Stock in 11 Months At Solewant Groups Energy Summit, Akume, Others Drum Support for Emerging Technologies for Energy Devt in Africa Greenwich Merchant Bank Wins Best Compliant Award Google Releases N3bn Grant to Boost AI Skills, Digital Safety Access Bank Unveils Initiative Connecting Nigerians to Safe, Seamless Festive Experiences Maltina Brings ChristmasLight-ups to Lagos,MajorCities FirmReceives Upgraded Credit Ratings from GCR TTP UnveilsTechnologies toFacilitateCargoEvacuation fromSeaports CoyBags SONs Mandatory Conformity Assessment Programme Certification TINAPA: REVIVAL OF A DREAM An emergency comes up short FAAC Reconciliations Injected N2.36tn into Federation Account in 9 Months Tinubus Ambassadorial NominationsMere Political Settlement,ADCDeclares Atiku: Tinubus 17.5trnSpentonPipelineSecurityMoreThan 12YrsofFuelSubsidy Akpabio HailsUnprecedentedPolitical Unity inState, Elders Endorse Tinubu, Eno Wike Threatens to Sack STDD Coordinator for Illegal Contract Variation Late Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi Was a Pillar of National Unity, Says Olawepo-Hashim Tinubu: To Permanently Secure Nigerians, We Must Reform Our Security Architecture AfterNMDPRAReport, Dangote Refinery Says It Can Supply 1.5bn Litres of Petrol Monthly OPEC Agrees to Leave Oil Output Unchanged, Brent Down 15% *DAILY TRUST* Beeta Arts Festival Returns to Abuja for 5th Edition Kogi council chair shuts down station over alleged fuel supply to bandits Tinubu hosts Taraba Gov, APC chairman at Aso Rock Travellers trapped as bandits exchange gunfire with police on Kogi highway JUST IN: Pay N20m levy or be killed, Bandits threaten Sokoto Community Niger abduction: Tinubu in pain, victims will return soon Ribadu Malami: EFCC invited me over Abacha loot Bandits shot my son before taking away his sister Abducted brides Father Kwara: Controversy as Abducted Monarch escapes during gunfire Man to die by hanging for killing neighbour in Kano Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissaus opposition leader 4 suspected bandits arrested in Kano AAC re-elects Sowore as National Chairman Nigerias GDP grew by 3.98% in Q3 2025 NBS Baba-Ahmed: Why Tinubu should not seek re-election Obaseki accuses Okpebholo of issuing threats, vows to defend himself Listen to critics, Sultan tells Northern Govs Bandits continue Kano onslaught, kidnap 11, rustle cows Insecurity: Northern Govs, traditional rulers meet in Kaduna 2026 Hajj: Jigawa refunds over N50m to intending pilgrims FCT: Bandits Release Abducted Boy, 6 Girls After N2m Ransom Police Rescue 40 Malian, Ivorian Trafficking Victims in Nasarawa Receiver Repossesses Nestoil offices as Appeal Court Restores Order Uba Sani to Speaker Abbas: We re proud Of your achievements Kano-Jigawa Customs records N93.9bn revenue, 583% FTZ growth in 2025 Adamawa First Lady Leads Awareness Walk to Boost Campaign Against Gender-Based Violence Zamfara Set to Commission Four Remodeled Emirates, Build More Governor Lawal Zamfara Pushes for Agric Investments as Gov Lawal Signs MoU Zamfara First Lady, UNICEF Distribute 1,000 Hygiene Kits to Schoolgirls Uba Sani Applauds Tinubu For Masaris Appointment UNILORIN Honours Gov Lawal with Award of Excellence Kaduna Sets New Standard in Protecting Women and Girls Adamawa Set for 44th Public Service Games as Inspection Team Gives Green Light ADSIEC Chairman Meets Stakeholders, Promises Free, Fair and Transparent LG Elections in Adamawa North West Summit: Uba Sani, Defence Minister, Varsity Don Proffer Solutions To Insecurity NIGERIA DAILY: What Truly Qualifies Someone To Represent Nigeria Abroad Bandits abduct pastor, wife, parishioners in Kogi World AIDS Day: Patients fear resurgence as US halts funding 2027: Is Obidient Movement losing steam Osun 2026: Aregbesolas ally, Adeoti quits ADC Media Trust hosts PR Nigeria journalism fellows Daily Trust Foundation, National Library train journalists, others on document digitisation Gov Yusuf reaffirms commitment to justice, infrastructure Nigeria cant hit $1trn economy target on IGR alone Entrepreneurial education key to reducing unemployment Experts NELFUND records 788,000 student beneficiaries as applications reaches 1.19m Presidency rejects calls to subcontract internal security to foreign govts Sheikh Dahirus death leaves void in Nigerias quest for unity ACF Police arrest 1, hunt key suspect in murder of Delta retired judge Kano anti-graft agency, MAAUN differ over N750,000 convocation fee NAGGW targets 50m date palm project to combat desertification by 2030 FG pushes 30% value addition bill to end raw material drain You can kill 10 million people and it still wont amount to genocide Bishop Kukah Military rescues 12 girls kidnapped in Borno Child-stealing syndicate targets FCT communities Man dies in car crash while rushing father to hospital FCTA commences actions on 1,095 revoked property titles Death toll from Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Thailand floods, landslides hits 934 Death toll from Gaza war surpasses 70,000 *NEW TELEGRAPH* Oba Akiolu Announces Dec 27 For Ejo Festival Tinubu Acknowledges Ganas Decades Of Active Service To Nigeria At 80 Anioma: Oborevwori Sues For Calm As Asaba Indigenes Protest Plot To Relocate Capital NNPC Foundation Named Most Responsible Organization In Africa PAP Boss Congratulates Tompolo On Honourary Doctorate Award Tinubu Meets Taraba Governor, Kefas In Aso Rock Aiyedatiwa Passes Vote Of Confidence On Amotekun Commander Logistics Firm Empowers 60 Women In Rivers Communities Economy: GDP Grows By 3.98 % In Q3, 2025 NUPRC Targets $10bn Investment As Nigeria Opens 2025 Licensing Round Portal Niger School Attacks: Children Are Safe, Will Be Back Soon- Ribadu Aiyedatiwa Commissions Amotekun Control Centre Gas Infrastructure Fund: Reps Order Audit Of NMDPRA For Alleged Mismanagement SMEs Key To Nigerias Path To Trillion-Dollar Economy Abbas How Govt Can TackleHousing Deficit In Nigeria Oyewole Edo, Switzerland Deepen Ties As Gov Obaseki Hosts Swiss Ambassador Nigerian Soldiers Are Not Coward Gen. Nwachukwu Idris Honours Jerry Gana At 80th Birthday Banquet Nnamdi Kanus Wife Commends Gov Ottis Courageous Support NSITF Supports Social Security Bill, Seeks Clearer Governance Structure MTN Nigeria Wins Four Awards At 2025 Consumers Value Awards Northern Govs, Traditional Rulers Hold Emergency Security Summit In Kaduna 11 Abducted In Kano Community FG Urged To Adopt Briquette Energy As Solution To Power Crisis SIFAX Group Commends Minister Over Nigerias Victory At IMO Adeleke Imposes 24-Hour Curfew On Igbajo Community Otu Honours Ebri, Duke, Imoke, Ayade Varsity Don Harps On Kindness As Tool For Societal Dev Senator Mustapha Appoints Ishowo As Media Director Cyberpedia Earns World Economic Forum Award For Innovation In AI, Cybersecurity 2027: ADC Rattles Opposition Camps In Osun NCC, DBI Train Federal Poly Oko Staff On Data Analysis, Cyber Security Oyebanji Considers Re-Appointment Of Ex-Commissioners Omokri Lauds Tinubus Christlike Leadership Despite Past Hostility Biography Of Erelu Angela Adebayo: A Pillar Of Ethical Leadership The List Of Ambassadors Designate And The Truth Of The matter When SurvivalBecomes Strategy World AIDS Day: Remi Tinubu Seeks Stronger Push To End HIV/AIDS By 2030 Christmas: Gov Eno Directs Payment Of 13th-Month Eno-mber Salary Anioma State Creation: Ned Nwoko Faults Delta North Stakeholders Position *BLUE PRINT* S&P upgrades Nigerias outlook from stable to positive amid economic reforms Insecurity: Enugu procures hi-tech equipment, patrol vehicles ACF denies endorsing amnesty, payments to terrorists Fisk injury depletes England options in defence Murray didnt get results he wanted for Djokovic Red Bull regret comments after Antonelli receives death threats History-maker Girmay signs for Iniestas new team Italian tennis great Pietrangeli dies aged 92 World record holder Duplantis set for London return Police withdrawal order and senators apprehension School abductions undermining norths destiny Northern governors Gabriel Suswam: The statesman who chooses peace over politics Igbajo: Adeleke imposes 24-hour curfew in Osun community NCSCN hails nomination of ex-NIA DG Oke as ambassador Tinubu salutes Jerry Gana at 80 SGF seeks clarification on NAFDACs sachet alcohol ban Police arrest 40 suspected illegal Immigrants in Nasarawa NCLD: A marvellous livestock development plan Uba Sani to Abbas: We re proud of your achievements Transafam Power unveils elderly CSR, commits to wellness for host communities Ogun: Gbenga Daniel lauds APC NWC intervention in ward suspension Kwara: Again, gunmen kidnap farmer in Eruku No parliament rises above quality of aides South Sudan Speaker FG, NSITF, others back Social Security Bill Televangelist Benny Hinn, wife Suzanne finalise divorce after 46 years of marriage South Africa coach becomes first to unveil squad for 2025 AFCON Breaking: Jane Osuji emerges first female NCoS national PRO Nnadozie wins WSL Save of the Month award for November NAWOJ celebrates ex-Imo First Lady, Nkechi Rochas Okorocha on birthday Pre-Afcon 2025: Moses Simon to miss Egypt vs Nigeria clash Experts warn against dangers of non-decommissioned oil wells in Niger Delta Imade makes competitive debut for Spain FCT doctors suspend strike How Governor Aliyu is connecting Sokoto state by land, water APC chieftain Duhu dismisses Baba-Ahmedcomment over Tinubus re-election Sheikh Dahiru Bauchis death, an irreplaceable loss NEF Conviction of Kanu with repealed terrorism law indefensible Lawyer Tinubu committed to food security, jobs creation through water management Utsev Serie A: Again, Lookman scores as Atalanta stun Fiorentina to extend winning run Report accusing our MD of reckless spending, corruption dubious, a smear campaign NDPHC SOKEZA APC youth commend Tinubu, others for rescuing school girls Nigerias diversity a gift to be guarded, not a burden- Marwa 4 dead, one fatally injured in tragic crash at Eleko- Jetty corridor Atiku Bagudu: An achiever who shuns publicity Seven kidnap victims rescued by troops in Kano World Cup qualifier: DTigers edge Rwanda in overtime to keep hope alive Osimhen ready to risk return for Fenerbahce derby Zanzibar: Edging towards a million annual tourist targets Integrated Measles-Rubella: Kwara, 20 other states to repeat polio component 1,187 graduate from Police College Nigeria:Resident doctors suspend strike Your days are numbered, Tinubu warns terrorists Terrorism took root on your watch, Presidency repliesObasanjo *GUARDIAN* Police reinforce ban on commercial motorcycles in Kano 2026: Why we cant hold governorship primary Osun PDP Nigeria eyes $10b from 50 oil blocks, 400,000 bpd oil output Tinubu meets Taraba Governor Kefas Agbu in Aso Villa Airbus confirms quality issue on A320 panels School kidnapping evokes anger, prayers in religiously mixed Nigeria iTop VPN Review: A Simple Way to Stay Private and Access the Internet Anywhere Uba Sani presents 2026 budget of N985.9b to Kaduna Assembly Insecurity: Northern governors meet in Kaduna, harp on state police Police neutralise suspected Lakurawa bandit, recover motorcycles in Kebbi SEC Nigeria: Building a Sustainable Capital Market for Economic Prosperity Ex-Osun deputy gov laments neglect of education, health under Adeleke Omisore knocks Adeleke, says Osun doesnt deserve a dancing governor New tax law to boost purchasing power of low-income workers, says Taxtech UK withdraws loan for Mozambique gas project Lawmaker offsets fees for 1,400 Osun technical college students Police rescue Malian, Ivorian trafficking victims in Nasarawa Gunmen kidnap more than 30 Nigerians in Borno, Kano NGO trains youths to combat rising abuse, violence CPPE slams Senate over proposed hike in excise duty on non-alcoholic beverages Court grants FGs request to shift Natashas trial till next year China and Africa: Building road to modernisation together Nigerian youths gather to boost culture, connection, wellness Adeleke imposes 24-hour curfew on Osun community amid embattled monarchs death Court jails French mayor over sex tape blackmail plot NSE backs Tinubus policy as 6,500 engineers attend Ibadan conference Tiv in Taraba raises alarm over rising early marriages among young girls Experts urge reforms, local production to stabilise economy ahead of 2026 FG opens subscription for December savings bonds amidst N4.55tn excess borrowing Santa Upgraded to Xiaomi This Years Smartest Gifts Are Finally Here FRSC directs compulsory road signage at construction sites Taraba govt reaffirms commitment to ending HIV/AIDS by 2030 WIME board congratulates Nigeria on IMO category C victory Zamfara First Lady pledges continued support for vulnerable families Malami faults EFCC allegations over Abacha $490m loot probe Boxing fever: Musa takes on Koussai in Abuja showdown Bandits abduct bride, bridesmaids, 28 others before wedding in Sokoto RMRDC 30% Value-Addition law will attract investors, boost industrialisation, Udeh Father, mother, three children perish in Katsina fire incident UNIMED inducts 35 pioneer radiographers, urges professionalism Real Madrid title hopes dented at Girona in third straight draw How Lagos fans reacted to Chelsea, Arsenal star game at EPL Watch Party Trump-backed candidate leads Honduras poll African players in Europe: Burkina Faso stars on target Climate Change: Japan reports mass oyster deaths as sea temperatures rise Ogun first lady mourns gender expert, Mojisola Akinsanya Yuletide: Avoid unnecessary travels, celebrate modestly, Anglican Primate tells Nigerians 42,000 schools still vulnerable despite $30m Safe School funds 15% Import Duty: Balancing consumer relief with national energy security Fresh abductions, killings test Tinubus security emergency, heighten anxiety How Nigeria can become AI hub for Africa Nigeria to face Cote dIvoire, Benin Republic in Group B India opens door to Nigerias tech talent Udom Emmanuel rallies support for Tinubu ahead of 2027 African leaders demand judicial reforms, gender inclusion Experts push for innovative financing models for affordable housing Delta North lawmakers reject siting proposed Anioma State in South-East Resident doctors suspend strike, resume duty immediately Insecurity: Forensic expert warns Nigeria against delaying U.S. partnership *THE AUTHORITY* Diri, Ogbuku, others to discuss Niger Delta beyond crude oil at MSME summit New contractor begins work on Apo-Karshi road NCSCN Urges Support for Okes Ambassadorial Appointment Immigration Service condemns killing of officers in Kebbi border attack Nigeria Is Drifting, And Leadership Is Missing The ADC Must Step In NDIC, NIESV strengthen partnership on failed banks asset valuation NGGN Faults ADC Over Claim That Yakubus Ambassadorial Nomination Confirms Partisanship Cancer care: FG supports FMC Jabi expansion to meet international standard Media experts warn of mounting threats to Journalism, demand legal protection for reporters Synergix Africas 2025 cohort 1 ends with celebration, N10m funding boost for young entrepreneurs Tinubu to face exact Jonathan humiliation, his second term diceyProphet Bisi Olujobi Polo unites Nigerians, says Deputy Senate President Ojo Rep establishes state of the art skills centre, tasks youths on entrepreneurship Skills Africas legislative aides gather to strengthen democracy, parliamentary institutions NSITF backs proposed Nigeria Social Security Trust Fund Bill 2025 Wiwa Foundation Disowns Fake Reconciliation, Says Shell Still Unwelcome in Ogoni NSSEC sets 12-month deadline for states as new secondary school standards take effect Aba traders under heavy taxation, exploitation by Ottis appointees APC chieftain 2027: Akagburuonye gives 100% support to Uzodimmas governorship candidate Kaigama warns Catholic Lawyers against manipulation of justice as Aina-Craig Ends Tenure NUJ Abuja Kicks Off 3-Day Capacity-Building Workshop in Keffi, Dr. Chris Isiguzo Delivers Inaugural Lecture Governor Idris reaps from loyalty to the Presidency GoodluckJonathan in GBissau: The fearless sentinel of the ballot FEMA hosts Emergency Management Forum, Calls for Stronger Stakeholder Preparedness Anambra: We are not taking panic-inducing voice notes lightly -Police EBSHIA boss, Igwe unveils foundation to carter for peoples health, education, skills, others Guinea-Bissaus military coup glitch: Obi challenges ECOWAS on double standards Digital Economy Bill threat to identity security Worlds AIDS Day: Over 51,000 persons living with HIV in Plateau -Health Commissioner DUFUHS VC bags `Distinguished Service Award from NMA Akagburuonye raises alarm over assassination attempt NOA pledges to drive public support for new tax laws Stop destroying opposition political parties, prophet tells Tinubu Police recover bodies of Cameroonian women kidnapped in Anambra *DAILY TIMES* Nigerias GDP grew by 3.98% in Q3 2025 NBS Nigeria Loses Up to $10bn Annually to Post-Harvest Waste Expert Kebbi CP Vows Justice During Visit to Mourn Slain Immigration Officers Stakeholders Unite to Advance Local Content at PNC 2025 Premium Times Academy Strengthens Nigerias Business, Financial Reporting Capacity Najomo admonishes aviation insurers on best practices Benue govt explains why Otukpo hospital was sealed NOA pledges to drive public support for new tax laws Nigeria Can Earn N70trn Yearly From Marine, Blue Economy, Agbakoba Pastor, wife abducted as terrorists attack church In Kogi Obi Challenges ECOWAS on 2023 election glitch double standards Atiku to Tinubu: Spending N17.5trn on pipeline security in 12 months is scandalous NRC MD: Nigeria set to revive old narrow-gauge rail lines Igbomotoru Massacre: Amagbein urges CDS Oluyede to reopen probe Tinubu is Christlike, says Omokri after ambassadorial nomination Tinubu vows to hunt down enemies of Kogi state, honours late Gov Audu *PREMIUM TIMES* Ekiti govt urges residents not to panic over kidnappings in Kwara, Kogi Saudi Arabia offers lifeline to children with hearing loss in Nigeria Viral Video: Cancer patient laments poor working conditions, facilities at Abuja hospital Cadbury Nigeria announces MDs retirement, appoints finance director as interim head NDIC calls on estate surveyors to ensure accuracy in failed bank asset valuations FG reiterates promise on rescue of abducted Niger schoolchildren Nigerias GDP grew 3.98% in Q3 2025 NBS Beyond boots on the ground, By Dakuku Peterside Nigeria opens bidding for 50 new oil blocks Measles deaths fall 88% since 2000, but global cases surge WHO Who wants to live under perpetual terror', By Wole Olaoye Gov Oyebanji recalls sacked commissioners Gov Oyebanji recalls sacked commissioners Four schoolchildren die, many injured as truck plunges into river in Kogi Insecurity: Northern governors, monarchs demand state police; warn region facing existential threat Fresh tension in Kwara as terrorists abduct farmer in Eruku Coup: Nigeria grants asylum to Guinea-Bissaus opposition presidential candidate Kano APC crisis deepens as ex-lawmaker rejects Gandujes alleged endorsement IPI Nigeria members to gather in Abuja as Nigerias Press Freedom ranking worsens Nigerian Army colonel who accused superiors of frustrating his promotion arrested Nigeria, 84 other countries counter US allegation of human rights abuses by China Ex-Gov Emmanuel urges Nigerians to support Tinubu to solve Nigerias challenges World AIDS Day: First Lady urges renewed commitment, warns against stigma Boko Haram terrorists abduct eight people in Borno communities Saudi Arabia awards N35 million, Hajj seats to winners of Quranic competition in Nigeria Santa upgraded to Xiaomi This years smartest gifts are finally here Osun governor imposes 24-hour curfew on Igbajo community Timipre Sylva begs govt to release four detained aides If our security infrastructure is to properly pummel bandits, By Uddin Ifeanyi Ex-AGF Malami opens up on EFCCs allegations after facing questioning, denies wrongdoing FBN Quest repossesses Nestoil assets after appeal court ruling Police foil cattle rustling attempt, kill bandits in Kebbi Army arrests police officer suspected of collusion in Taraba communal clash I want to be remembered for fighting sexual harassment UniCal VC Pastor, wife abducted as terrorists attack church in Kogi Kidnappers abduct six real estate marketers in Ogun NASS Roundup: Gun ownership, legal practice reforms, death penalty for kidnappers, other top stories from Senate NASS Roundup: Special security session, constitution amendment vote, Nnamdi Kanus pardon, other stories from the House of Reps We tried to unite more: Ukaegbu explains Enyimbas derby victory FCMB named Nigerias Best SME-Focused Bank Golden Penny rewards over 6,000 consumers in ongoing 65th anniversary Buy & Win promotion Ill secure your release, Abia governor assures Nnamdi Kanu during prisonvisit State Creation: Anioma leaders reject proposal for inclusion in South-east AFCON 2025 countdown: Injured defender, Igoh Ogbu returns to action after 91 days Man killed over minor disagreement as community celebrates festival Lead Poisoning: Ogun Govt to conduct free lead test for Ogijo residents after PREMIUM TIMES/The Examination report Fidelity, NEM Insurance, Aradel top stock pick this week Tinubu has a police palaver, By Chidi Anselm Odinkalu EDITORIAL: Police withdrawal from VIPs charade must end Kaduna states health sector still in crisis despite governments funding claims Insecurity: Bandits dislodged from neighbouring states now operating in Kano Deputy Senate President The travesty of politics, cabals, and division in the church, By Ayo Akerele Troops rescue 19 abducted people in Borno, Katsina Gov Radda salutes indigenes of Katsina elevated to top positions in Army, Customs Gunmen kill retired Nigerian judge, family reacts Obi accuses ECOWAS of double standards over Guinea-Bissau coup NDLEA uncovers illicit drugs packaged as Christmas cookies, arrests distributors Article of Faith: Walking in the spirit (2), By Femi Aribisala The words of the king of Mar a Lago, By Femi Fani-Kayode MOVIE REVIEW: Miles Away From Home aims for emotional depth but falters in delivery ALBUM REVIEW: Afroculture shows Flavour at his most confident, culturally rooted 10-year-old Nigerian debuts book on financial literacy for kids Group seeks passage of Kano VAPP Law, warns against digital GBV Africas first perfume bar set to debut as Electimuss London, Seinde Signature partner Procedural efficiency versus substantive justice in Nigerian pre-election litigation, By Oyetola Muyiwa Atoyebi CBN fails to recover N629 billion Anchor Borrowers Loan Audit Report Two Nigerian scientists, 18 others win German science award CBN orders banks to withdraw non-compliant adverts, gives 30-day deadline 2025 review: Anatomy of the Tinubu gains in the health sector, By Fredrick Nwabufo Dangote Refinery supplies 18 million litres of petrol daily NMDPRA Parents of abducted Niger schoolchildren protest, accuse government of slow response Troops foil midnight attack on Chibok communities in Borno Army CGI Nigeria Convenes Board Leaders for the Inaugural Directors Engagement Series: A conversation on climate governance As digital innovation takes the centre stage in crisis communication, By Mukhtar Yau Madobi Lere Paimos death rumour, Bukayo Sakas engagement, other ent stories last week Nigerias violence is not holy war; its sustained state of deprivation Governor Bago targets journalists for reporting insecurity in Niger State SERAP sues Akpabio, Abbas over failure to account for missing 18.6bn Nigerias NECO accredits schools in Burkina Faso for SSCE, BECE What Otti administration is doing to address Abias healthcare challenges Official *SPORT* 1Win Betting Where Players from Ghana Win Big - Thisday African players in Europe: Burkina Faso stars on target - Vanguard Aquatics federation hails NSCs festival pool project - Punch Ardova HPL: United shocks COAS as Tojemarine fall again - Punch Awoniyis Kwara Kiddies League season IV ends Dec 14 - Punch Barau FC edge Kwara United; 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