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(Copyright ElohimTov.com). *NEWSPAPER HEADLINES FOR THURSDAY 2ND JULY 2026* *THE NATION* Belgium complete stunning comeback, beat Senegal 3-2 in extra time Tinubu flags off Akwanga-Maiduguri Superhighway, unveils fresh push for national road network Police rescue two kidnap victims, neutralise one suspected abductor in Oke-ogun Obasanjo: Nigeria can't survive another civil war, says causes of 1967 conflict still persist Lagos cooperative pays N102m to 55 retirees, seeks more govt support PSC promotes 13 CPs to AIG, 17 DCPs to CP in major shake-up Minister receives five Nigerians rescued from Cote d'Ivoire prison UTME: 4,216 candidates with disabilities secured admission in 10 years - Okebukola UI Medical Institute, IAMRAT seek governance reform, mergers to boost global competitiveness ADC crisis deepens as rival factions clash over 2027 candidate upload, INEC portal access Current NYSC format no longer viable — Board Chairman Hilliard Eta NDC faces fresh legal hurdle in Kano as aspirants seek nullification of primaries APC receives PDP defectors ahead of local govt elections in Edo Osun APC urges Olubadan to reject Adeleke's alleged bid for royal validation of projects Our party not dead, remains beautiful bride to Nigerians, PDP declares FULL LIST: CBN revokes licences of 46 microfinance banks over regulatory breaches Police rescue three kidnap victims, arrest 12 suspects in Imo APC national secretary Basiru gives N66.4m business grants to Osun party members FG slashes vehicle import levy as fiscal measures take effect Aseyin hails Tinubu over approval of N265bn for Iseyin-Ipapo-Ibaruba road, others Tinubu lauds Wike for changing culture of project delivery in Abuja CSO hails INEC chairman's position on result manipulation, others Presidency: Adeyemi Matthew is a con artist, running elaborate scam to implicate Chief of Staff Tinubu has made Nigeria easier for business, investors, Shettima tells global investors Buhari: I lost a father, mentor, guiding force — Boss Mustapha Navy arrests vehicle-snatching syndicate in Abuja Tinubu to launch Buhari tribute book at first anniversary memorial PRP presidential aspirant condemns divisive politics, pushes for issue-driven campaigns  Names of dead Nigerians still on Voter register, says INEC chairman England beat DR Congo 2-1, advance to round of 16 *PUNCH* HEDA demands disclosure on Lagos land reclamation for coastal highway FG warns of worsening flood threat as rainy season peaks FG mobilises states, private schools to join digital education database Fake agency scandal: Presidency faces heat as FG prosecutes controversial DG Cross River trains 700 farmers in coffee planting PMP lawyer defends move to void NDC registration judgment Why we declared Delta lawmaker's seat vacant - Assembly Coastal communities residents protest suspects' release, allege threat Oborevwori approves 13th month salary for Delta workers BECE resumes in Lagos after Oro Festival suspension Lagos deploys patrol team after rail corridor demolitions Council unveils FG school feeding programme with 500 pupils DHQ unveils emergency line, reports 662 terrorists killed in Q2 Judge's illness stalls El-Rufai's bail ruling Tinubu inaugurates Nasarawa underpass, 3.7km dualised township roads A'Ibom oil host communities roll out development roadmap Certificate probe: ICPC detains ex-minister Nnaji after airport arrest DSS arraigns five over alleged cover-up of Sylva's whereabouts PSC names 13 new AIGs, clears 93 police promotions God forbid Nigeria sees another Civil War — Obasanjo Adeleke highlights 300km road completion, unveils flyover FG seeks compensation for five Nigerians freed from Côte d'Ivoire prison Tinubu to unveil Buhari tribute book at first memorial anniversary UNIUYO alumni renovates 550 capacity lecture hall Rivers collapsed building: FHA to relocate residents, blames developer Oyo teachers resume as concern grows over abducted pupils N'Assembly creating safeguards against state police abuse —Bamidele Kwara gov assures corps members of security, urges patriotism APC secretary gives N66m grants to 332 party members in Osun Oyo monarch hails Tinubu over N265bn road project  Katsina security team foils bandits' attack, rescues 117 stolen livestock Katsina gov approves 20.37km road projects *LEADERSHIP* Nigeria Now on Path of Stability, Inclusive Growth—Oyedele NDIC Cautions Against Dealings with 46 Closed MFBs Kane Equals Pelé's World Cup Goals Record Again, Presidency Rejects Claims Gbajabiamila Appointed Fake Council DG PICTORIAL: Nigeria Secures Release Of 6 Traders Detained Without Trial In Côte d'Ivoire 'Uba Sani Has Bridged Infrastructure Gaps In Zaria, Sabon Gari' Over 2m Troops Killed Or Wounded In Russia-Ukraine War - Report NDC Deregistration Threatens Nigeria's Multi-Party Democracy - IPAC eTranzact Backs Digital Public Infrastructure To Catalyse Economic Recovery Global Capital Flows to Few Cities as African Startups Raise $4.1bn in 2025 — Report 'They Want To Take My Baby' - Celynukam Alleges Abuse, Threats From Estranged Fiancé LCCI Demands 1-month Company Income Tax Filing Extension, Penalty Waiver Admission: 4,216 Candidates With Disabilities Benefit From JAMB Inclusion Programme Gencos' Revelation Exposes Tinubu's Power Debt Deception — Atiku TECH FEATURE: What If Your Yoruba Angel Is On Yetunde? The Era Of Niche Dating Chelsea Complete Signing Of Atalanta Defender Palestra Emenalo Departs Saudi Pro League As Chief Football Executive  Arsenal Confirm Permanent Transfer Of Kiwior To Porto Kane's Double Fires England Into Last 16 After DR Congo Scare President Tinubu To Unveil Free Tribute Book At Buhari's First Memorial Anniversary INEC, NOA Forge Alliance To Combat Voter Apathy Ahead Of 2027 Elections 2027: Kwara PDP Unveils Fawenu As Deputy Governorship Candidate FRSC Recruitment 2026: 15 Pre-conditions To Be Met By Applicants Senator Abdul Aziz Yari: The Footprints Of A Man Of The People Air Force Shortlists Candidates For 2026/2027 NAF Secondary School Selection Interview Bandits Abduct Kebbi Lawyer After MULAN Conference In Kano, Demand ₦50m, Motorcycles As Ransom CBN Revokes Licences Of 46 Microfinance Banks Over Regulatory Breaches JUST IN: CBN Withdraws Licences from 46 Microfinance Banks (SEE FULL LIST) Nigeria's Unbudgeted Spending Hits N8.83trn, Widens Deficit By 2% Of GDP — IMF *THE SUN* UNIOSUN: Errant soldiers have been arrested by military after hostel raid - Vice Chancellor UNIOSUN: How soldier pinned me to bathroom door, assaulted me - Female student Gunmen abduct Benue pastor, two church members NDC crisis: Uba Sani cautions Obi against discrediting judiciary Coup plot: DSS arraigns five associates of ex-Gov Silva Edo local govt poll a test-run for 2027, says Idahosa Uzodimma pledges support for anti-GBV campaign Adeyemi a 'con artist', Presidency says, insists alleged council is... Coup plot: DSS arraigns five associates of ex-Gov Silva Fubara seeks full resolution of Bille gas leakage INEC targets 90% voter registration in Cross River hills, border communities Tinubu, associates plan posthumous anniversary to honour Buhari African women professionals gather in UK to celebrate their roots INEC can't build robust democracy with technology alone — Amupitan INEC provides additional 664 BVAS as backup for Osun election Edo local govt poll a test-run for 2027, says Idahosa Adeyemi a 'con artist', Presidency says, insists alleged council is fake Adeleke, Basiru urge politics without bitterness Umahi challenges Obi for debate on 'offensive road' picture Ekiti will deliver 700,000 votes for Tinubu in 2027, Oyebanji says; vows inclusive second term Abia: PDP remains strongest party to unseat Otti - Candidate Anosike 2027: Opposition driven by self-interest, not Nigerians' welfare - Gov Sani Lagos: Flash floods not caused by waste collection delays - Wahab Over 13,000 Civil Servants participate in FCTA promotion exams 3 killed, 2 injured in Plateau mining site attack Troops rescue 6 kidnap victims in Katsina Cybercrime: Akwa Ibom PDP chieftain arrested Family appeals to IGP over threats, daughter's abduction Man hospitalised after wife's attempt to slit his throat NNPCL May revenue drops 13% to ₦4.34trn Dangote refinery's UAE crude imports expose Nigeria's supply crisis NPA intensifies fight against port gridlock with coordinated task force Europe commits over N500m to Nigeria, pledges more investments NECA launches ESG guide to boost MSMEs' access to finance, global markets Rite Foods, JAMB honour undergraduates with N35m RCCG Region 59 to host empowerment seminar World Cup: Kane's brace fires England past DR Congo into Round of 16 World Cup: Everything to know about Belgium vs Senegal match World Cup fever sparks Islamic flag controversy in Bangladesh Insecurity: How I survived bandits attack on Abuja-Lokoja Expressway - Falz BLord advises youths against rushing into marriage Nigerian singer Yemi Esho touches lives in UK care homes Nollywood star Grace Bassey announces engagement *VANGUARD* Presidency denies existence of Presidential Economic Advisory Council Nigeria has moved from economic decline to stability Oyedele Nigerian nun arrested on way to church released from US custody Sokoto Court sentences six convicted armed robbers to death Alleged Forged Certificates: ICPC details case against ex-minister Nnaji Ex-driver sentenced to death for murder of elderly Abuja couple Negative narratives hinder Africas investment drive Afreximbank President World Cup: Tuchel reveals reason behind England comeback win against DR Congo Middle East carries half of global humanitarian burden WHO Osun 2026: We will wait at polling units for voters REC FG to borrow N5.8trn through treasury bills sales Alleged fake Presidential Council DG to face trial Presidency Oyo Assembly receives Makindes request for N330bn budget realignment Waterways: Lagos, operators deepen Ferry Safety training PDP governorship aspirant Aondoakaa condemns Benue killings Singer Chris Brown ordered to pay housekeeper $13m after dog attack England survive DR Congo scare to reach World Cup last 16 World Bank approves $1.25bn for Nigeria to boost reforms, investment, jobs PSC promotes 93 senior police officers, elevates 13 CPs to AIG 2027: Our democracy is in ICU Wabara Any review of NYSC scheme must adapt to contemporary needs NANS Fubara seeks lasting solution to gas leak in Rivers community State police: Mechanisms to stop governors abuse underway Senate leader NNPC monthly revenue drops 12.8% to N4.34tn despite higher oil output Ogun activates Safe School Initiative, strengthens security around schools Hundreds of APC members defect to ADC in Sokoto over hardship, insecurity PTA rejects planned privatisation of Unity Colleges, urges FG to suspend move Top 10 fastest smartphone processors in 2026 Nigerian sprinter, Oghenebrume jailed 27 months in US for illegal firearm possession Looting, arrests follow South Africas anti-immigrant protests Power Debt Crisis: Atiku demands full audit of FGs N501b bond interventions Nigeria has moved from economic decline to stability, says Oyedele IMF raises concerns over unrecorded spending in Nigerias recent fiscalaccounts Osun 2026: Well be waiting for voters at polling units REC Stop exporting lithium, build EV battery industry in Africa Afreximbank tells African nations Plateau treats 311 snakebite victims under free anti-venom programme Court grants Peter Obi leave to serve Kenneth Okonkwo by substituted means Full list of 46 microfinance banks CBN revoked their licences Troops neutralise 129 terrorists, rescue 542 kidnap victims in June DHQ FCT roads: My administration is here to work, not occupy space Tinubu Makinde sacks Women Affairs Commissioner Bayern to host Stuttgart in Bundesliga season opener CBN revokes operating licenses of 46 MfBs for regulatory requirements failure More rains coming, Lagos Govt warns, begins demolition of shanties along Lagos-Badagry Expressway FG secures release of five Nigerians detained in Cte dIvoire prison Tinubu to unveil book on Buhari July 13 INEC set to introduce downloadable PVCs, full online voter registration Nigeria must never experience another civil war, Obasanjo warns Supreme Court reviewing all pending appeals for irregularities CJN Unpaid Allowances: ASUU threatens indefinite strike in state universities across Calabar Youve changed culture of service delivery, Tinubu commends Wike Nigeria urges AU to make xenophobic attacks a top security priority Youve changed culture of service delivery, Tinubu commends Wike Chelsea sign 7-yr deal with Italy defender Palestra from Atalanta Xenophobia Attacks: Natasha hails Air Peace for evacuating 533 Nigerians from South Africa How DSS arrested ex-minister Nnaji CBN revokes 46 MFBs licences Military kills 224 terrorists, rescues 279 victims in NW, NC operations We build bridges, roads without mortgaging Osun Adeleke *THISDAY* SCourt Goes Digital, Ends Manual Filing of Cases Operators Urge NBC, ARCON to Censor Hajj Adverts from Unlicensed Agents PSC Promotes 13 CPs to AIG, 17 DCPs to CP, 63 Others to Next Rank Shettima: Tinubu Making It Easier Now To Do Business In Nigeria Troops Kill 662 Terrorists, Arrest 1,084 Suspects in Second Quarter of 2026 Tinubu: Why Were Rebranding NYSC As A National Development Scheme N98.5bn Patent Suit: Court Directs CBN, NIBSS, Others to Explore Settlement Breaking: CBN Revokes Operating Licences of 46 Microfinance Banks Over Regulatory Breaches Mater Amabilis, St. John Vianney Clinch AMTY Best Schools of the Year, To Get Cash Prizes Report Warns Oil Below $80 Per Barrel Puts Nigerias 2026 Budget at Risk, Projects N750/Litre Fuel Price DHQ Expresses Concern over Hostile Propaganda Sokoto ASUU Threatens Shutdown Over Unpaid Allowances, Unimplemented 2025 Agreement Anambra Group Names Archbishop Valerian Okeke Person of The Decade 2027: Senatorial Candidate Rallies PDP Members for Unity to Defeat APC Tinubu Supports Digital Economy Drive, Seeks Stronger Intra-African Trade Breaking: DSS Arrests Former Minister Uche Nnaji, Hands Him Over to ICPC Katsina Non-Indigenes Present Nine-point Demands to Radda ASHON Knocks FTSE Halt of Frontier Market Upgrade on T+1 Shift EdoQueriesAAU VC over Students Failure to Access NELFUND ZLP Unveils Professor as FCT Senatorial Candidate, Targets Tax Reliefs MACI Flays Return of Gridlock in Lagos Port Corridor ADC Uploads Atiku, Amaechis Names to INEC Portal Kwara APC Stakeholders Seek Tinubus Intervention in AllegedCrisis ADC Youths Protest in Abuja, Demand Removal of Judge over Deregistration Ruling Tinubu Wants UN Charter Preamble Enshrined in Constitutions of Member States Olaopa Tasks NIPR On Devt Communication The PFIPC Scandal: Looking Beyond Sensationalism The CPC at 105: Staying True to Its Founding Mission, Opening a New Chapter in China-Nigeria Friendship Okocha Vows to Avenge Defeat to Potable in Chaos in The Ring Rematch Koeman Resigns After Moroccos Triumph over Netherlands Mbapp Sets New Record as France Oust Sweden NSC Names Enekwechi as Team Nigerias Male Captain for 2026 CWealth Games IN PRAISE OF IBRAHIM MASARI Dangote to Raise Total Refining Capacity in Africa to 2.1m bpd, Seeks Partnership with Congo APC: Some Initial Primary Winners Now Altered After Appeal, Review by NWC Atiku to FG: Suspend Gbajabiamila Now Tinubu Pays Tribute to Veteran Journalist and Long-standing Ally, Tunji Bello, at 65 Afenifere Hails Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun, IGP, CPs over Anti-Kidnapping, Banditry Efforts Saraki: Why Foreign Aid Cant Solve Africas $170 Billion Infrastructure Funding Gap Lagos Sues for Calm after Flash Floods, Sanwo-Olu Approves Immediate Dredging Global Air Passenger Demand Fell 2.2% in May Due to Middle East Crisis Kwara APC Elders, Stakeholders Rejoice as Guber Candidate Yakubu Danladi Receive INEC Nomination Form FG Plans Phaseout of JSS, SSS Structure Amid 20m Out-of-school Children Crisis EFCC Witness: Alleged Fraudster Reneged on $1.5 Million Deal with Adebutus Firm FG Launches Flood Protection Pilot for 100,000 Riverine Households in 4 High-Risk States, as NEMA Partners PULA Advisors Eno Receives First Batch of Compressed Natural Gas Buses Osinbajo Urges CSOs Collaboration in Justice Sector Reforms Federal High Court Issues New Practice Directions for Pre-Election Cases UBA Rewards Customer Loyalty with Over N400m Bumper Account Anniversary Bonus Transport Ecosystem: FRSC, NITT Sign MoU on Advanced Training, Capacity Development FRCs Facilitation Rallies N1.84 Trillion in Remittances from Operating Surplus to CRF Nigeria, Singapore Begin Training of TVET Teachers to Strengthen Tech, Vocational Education World Bank-assisted HOPE Governance Programme Okays $27m Incentives for Performing States BOI Appoints Kuramo Capital to Manage $170.6m iDICE Fund for Nigerian Startups FTSE Russell to Review Nigerias Frontier Market Upgrade After T+1 Transition FG Needs Collaboration from Organised Businesses to Effectively Drive Reform, Says NECA DG Olowo Urges Firms to Embrace Sustainability Reporting to Unlock Global Capital Fitch: Recapitalisation Eases Capital Strain Despite Rising Bad Loans *DAILY TRUST* Kane double sends DR Congo out of World Cup BREAKING: Presidency clears Gbaja of appointment scandal, says accuser misled CBN Alleged coup: DSS arrests five associates of Sylva Abduction: Oyo teachers suspend strike Katsina swears in two new Sharia court judges Despite N1.25bn Ecological Fund, Lagos Still Submerged He pinned me down, UNIOSUN student narrates alleged assault by soldier Well Shut Down Filling Stations oil marketers Reject Price cut demand FG: Oil marketers selling above market price will be sanctioned Hisbah: Christians eligible for Kano mass wedding 10 killed in Benue community Unpaid entitlements: ASUU threatens disruption in Kano, Kaduna, Jigawa DSS Arrests ex-Minister Uche Nnaji FULL LIST: CBN revokes licences of 46 microfinance banks 3 Best Apps to Redeem Gift Cards for Cash in Nigeria UPDATED: NNPP Missing as other Parties Collect Access Codes from INEC Three herders shot dead in Plateau Abducted Niger electoral commissioner spends 9th month in captivity despite N40m ransom 2027: 9 political parties collect access codes for candidates particulars 2027: ADC uploads Atiku, Amaechis particulars to INEC portal FULL LIST: Suswam, others who lost tickets in APC primaries Shake-Up Zamfara inaugurates WASH coordination centre Zamfara seeks global partnerships to drive digital transformation Zamfara steps up business reforms to attract investments Zamfara to mainstream climate, health issues into 2027 operational plan SECURITY: Gov Lawal reiterates support for troop NIGERIA DAILY: Petrol Prices Should Reduce In July IPMAN Official Benue to establish 13 digital learning centres Ododo seeks power experts support for electricity reforms Lassa school abduction: Parents, freed victim recount ordeal Plateau: Family seeks justice for son killed over mistaken identity NUC inspects Tsafe health varsity ahead take-off FG unveils N365m annual national laureate awards for scholars TETFund urges researchers to fast-track Lassa fever vaccine Reports of Sai Malam insurgent group false Kebbi commissioner Gunmen attack Plateau mining site, kill 3 FG to scrap JSS-SSS separation policy Police launch manhunt as gunmen kill 2 cops in Rivers FG to demand compensation for Nigerians abandoned businesses in South Africa Access codes: Not yet Uhuru for ADC, PDP, NDC Questions over phantom council Aggrieved aspirants caution APC over candidates replacement Peter Obi submits form, challenges INEC to publish contestants certificates Makarfi rejects party deregistration ahead of 2027 elections New party, CDA, canvasses return to parliamentary system Court fixes July 9 for hearing in Gombe PDP, INEC suits Osun poll: INEC urges journalists to investigate vote-buying As gas price rises, trees fall State police in Nigeria: Is it for Norths strategic interest No excuse for mob action What happens when cities grow faster than infrastructure Ondo security agency arrests father, 3 sons over alleged kidnapping FCT council chair to procure fertiliser, farm inputs for farmers High cost of living pushes Abuja civil servants into debt Tinubu urges Kwali residents to protect road infrastructure Gwagwalada traders seek support to strengthen fire safety Venezuela quake: Survivors seek food, shelter amid risk of disease outbreaks Virtual hearings will strengthen access to justice in W/Africa ECOWAS Court President BOI appoints Kuramo Capital to manage $170.6m iDICE Fund of Funds *NEW TELEGRAPH* BREAKING: Kiwior Signs Permanent Deal With FC Porto World Cup: Ivory Coast Coach Breaks Silence On Defeat To Norway Customs: Protecting Public Health Through Strategic Anti-Smuggling Enforcement FG, World Bank To Deepen Collaboration On Accessing Safe Water, Food Security  Petroleum Minister, Fubara, Others Meet Over Gas Leakage In Bille  World Cup: Ivory Coast Coach Breaks Silence On Defeat To Norway FG, World Bank To Deepen Collaboration On Accessing Safe Water, Food Security  Sen Lalong Commends Tinubu For Commencing Akwanga, Jos, Superhighways Projects  UTME: 4,200 Candidates With Disabilities Gain Admission In 10 Years Petroleum Minister, Fubara, Others Meet Over Gas Leakage In Bille  FX Market Unification Saves Nigeria $16.8bn Annually - Think Tank  Sahara Group Appoints Folake Soetan As Arahas MD  CSO Hails Amupitan's Bold Remark On Ballot Box Snatching, Results Manipulation 2027: C'River APC Launches House-To-House Mobilisers  Sen Alli Hails Tinubu's Approval Of N1.137trn Oyo Road Projects BREAKING: Kiwior Signs Permanent Deal With FC Porto World Cup: Ivory Coast Coach Breaks Silence On Defeat To Norway Kane Double Fires England Past DR Congo Into World Cup Last 16 Daisy Madu-Chikwendu Makes Literary Debut With Two Novels On Survival, Social Judgment The Kingsmen, Mary Obidudu Shine At K-Pop Festival 2026 Tems Reacts To S'Eagles Goalkeeper, Maduka Okoye Dating Question Babcock Varsity Moves To Sue Carter Efe Over Alleged Certificate Forgery *BLUE PRINT* Court reserves judgement in INEC appeals over 2027 electoral guidelines   Shettima opens 2nd Jigawa economic, investment summit Kaduna Rotrary Club gets new president, targets youth development, peace initiatives Kaduna: Uba Sani running government with human face - Official  Rotary DG unfolds AI-powered innovations, new clubs in 7 states All Abuja districts now feeling impact of governance, says Tinubu Nigerian sprinter Oghenebrume jailed 27 months in US, faces deportation FIFA World Cup 2026: England, Mexico set for blockbuster round of 16 showdown Christensen stays at Barcelona on new 2-year deal MAAUN Niger emerges highest-ranked university in Niger Republic UTME: 4,216 candidates with disabilities admitted in 10 years - JAMB FG to states, private schools: Key into national education database Lagos postpones BECE papers over Oro festival in Ikorodu, cites safety concerns Borno school releases identities of 36 students held by Boko Haram *GUARDIAN* AMG alleges Aiyedatiwa of alienating APC stakeholders, sidelining elders DSS Arraigns Timipre Sylva's Associates Over Alleged Concealment in Coup Plot Probe NDDC commissioner urges Aiyedatiwa to accept APC primary outcome FG receives five Nigerians rescued from Côte d'Ivoire prison, says one died AfCFTA, Africa deepen partnership to boost industrialisation, innovation Fresh twist in Taraba APC primary dispute as court adjourns proceedings Oyo lauds NUT for reopening schools after strike Troops kill 662 terrorists, arrest 1,084, rescue 951 victims China's Guazi expands into Nigeria's used-car market, offering buyers, dealers new way to source vehicles Farmer killed, wife abducted in Delta Ebonyi govt to establish special contracts court to check contractors Group urges clean cooking inclusion in national energy policy 2027: PRP Presidential Hopeful YMK Rejects Violence, Vote Buying, Rigging Adeleke inaugurates 672 metres flyover in Osun, warns against vandalisation Nigeria secures fresh $1.575b World Bank loan amid rising debt concerns Guzape Incident: Rights Group urges AGF, IGP to Probe alleged security lapses Imo police arrest 12 suspected kidnappers, cult members NUC approves 12 new programmes for Bauchi varsity Yobe govt upgrades health centre to fully fledged General Hospital Osun 2026: 'INEC to deploy 3,763 BVAS, receives 80% non sensitive materials' *THE AUTHORITY* Women's leadership critical to Africa's development, UNDP, ministers declare‎‎‎ Military neutralises 662 terrorists, rescues 951 victims in three months Troops recover 464,268 litres of stolen petroleum products, dismantle 12 illegal refineries DHQ, Defence Correspondents unite against misinformation, hostile propaganda Amb. Hussaini Coomassie Takes Helm As ICPGG Vice Chairman For Africa DSS Arrests ex- Minister Uche Nnaji Over Allegations of Certificate Forgery, Hands... Angwa Rukuba Killings: Court To Rule On Jurisdiction, As Suspects Remain In... CSO hails Amupitan's statement against ballot box snatching, result manipulation Mbah's 'Many Firsts' Silencing Opposition in Enugu - Group Osun Guber: INEC seeks media collaboration to curb vote... 2027: APC using Judiciary to keep Obi off ballot,... Women Groups Petition National Chairman, Reject Bauchi Governorship Primary FG trains N'West assessors to strengthen livestock quality MTN, CleanAce train 30 hearing-impaired Nigerians in drycleaning NECA Summit: NSITF boss canvasses stronger partnerships to protect workers NERC April 2026 Report: DisCos get ₦203.61bn FG commissions Aviele Model Veterinary Hospital in Edo *SAHARA REPORTER* Abuja Received N172.9Billion FAAC Allocation In 10 Months, Yet Residents Grapple With Kidnappings, Insecurity EXCLUSIVE: How Kidnappers Turned Abuja Border Communities Into Terror Zones Despite $460Million CCTV Project BREAKING: Bandits Kill Six Kidnapped Southern Kaduna Residents Despite Community's Ransom Payment EXCLUSIVE: We Were Planning To Move To Canada': Widow Of Lagos Sound Engineer Lynched, Set Ablaze Over N100 Speaks After Killers Sentenced To Death BREAKING: Borno School Releases Names Of 36 NECO Candidates Still Held By Boko Haram After School Attack EXCLUSIVE: Full List Of 104 Nigerian Soldiers Declared Missing With Service Rifles Weeks After Boko Harams Deadly Attack On Borno Base BREAKING: Court Restores Sowore's Bail, Grants N200Million Bail With Two Sureties, Orders Passport Deposit EXCLUSIVE: Rogue Police Officers Allegedly Shielding Ex-IGP Egbetokuns Ally, Rebecca Bilikisu Teargas EFCC Operatives During Enforcement Of Forfeiture Order In Abuja BREAKING: Nigerian Government Deploys More Gun-Wielding Security Operatives For Sowores Trial, Journalists Barred from Courtroom INVESTIGATION: Pregnant Women, Children Sleep In Churches As Ocean Swallows Over 10 Ondo Communities; Residents Blame Chevron Activities Pregnant Women, Children Sleep In Churches As Ocean Swallows Over 10 Ondo Communities; Residents Blame Chevron Activities EXCLUSIVE: 104 Nigerian Army Personnel Declared Missing Weeks After Boko Harams Deadly Attack On Borno Base EXCLUSIVE: Boko Haram Dressed As Soldiers, Forest Guards To Abduct Borno NECO Candidates, Teacher Minutes After Troops Left Post Security Source All Security Forces Sent Against Me Are My Boys': Wanted Terrorist Kingpin Kachalla Maha Boasts Of Nigerian Military Informants EXCLUSIVE: Former Expatriate Finance Director Dies After Dantata & Sawoe Allegedly Withheld Over 100,000 In Unpaid Entitlements BREAKING: Boko Haram Storms Borno Community, Abducts Candidates Taking NECO Exam, Kills Teacher *PREMIUM TIMES* World Cup: Kane strikes twice as England eliminate DR Congo Lagos warns of more heavy rains, demolishes shanties KAP Academy, Benin government launch Pan-African filmmaking bootcamp FULL LIST: CBN revokes licences of 46 microfinance banks Four groups launch lawsuit over TotalEnergies oil asset divestment in Nigeria Four groups launches suit in suit over TotalEnergies oil asset divesement in Nigeria INEC set to introduce downloadable PVCs, full online voter registration 2027: Lawmaker dismisses Atiku, Peter Obi, says they lack structures to defeat Tinubu in 2027 NRC grants permanent operating licence, track access to Lagos Oyo Abduction: Teachers suspend strike after govt appeal FTSE Russell halts Nigerias frontier market upgrade Death toll from Venezuela earthquake rises to 1,943 Death toll from Venezuela earthquake rises to 1,943 World Bank approves $1.25bn financing for Nigeria, unveils six-year growth strategy JUST IN: CBN revokes licences of 46 microfinance banks Interpretation of Lagos HIV data misleading, figures reflect routine testing- Official Vice Chancellor lauds Gov Mohammed lauded for supporting university AFA Initiative, KNY partner to develop mineral projects in Africa Fans mourn Mount Zion actor Omooba Oyeyemi as family announces burial date NIWIMNRO, AFA Initiative sign strategic partnership to advance inclusive mining in Nigeria Vice President Shettima arrives Jigawa for flagship investment summit NPFL 2026/27 season set for August kickoff with historic 1bn champions prize money Nigerian Army declares 104 soldiers missing, says they absconded, are deserters Herders kill 15 in Benue days after MACBAN chairmans murder US Soy ready to help bridge Nigerias protein gap Officials Going the Extra Mile: When compassion becomes the real destination Insecurity: God is our problem solver, not govt Pastor Kumuyi EXCLUSIVE: 36 students still missing after Borno school attack State Police: Actress Clarion Chukwurah roots for vigilantes State police: In need of a grassroots backbone, By Bolutife Oluwadele APC overturns many Benue primaries, drops Suswam, others after appeals Insecurity: The possible way out, By Eric Teniola Plateau adopts Dariye report, prepares fresh peace dialogue Former Nigerian Minister Uche Nnaji arrested Gunmen kidnap Benue pastor, church members Kwara PDP picks ex-CAN scribe as governorship running mate BREAKING: Former Nigerian Minister Uche Nnaji arrested BREAKING: Former Minister Uche Nnaji arrested over certificate forgery scandal Gov Lawal assigns budget portfolio to new commissioner, Zakari CEIBS Nigeria alumni urge executive education for business leaders NDC uploads Peter Obi nomination particulars to INEC portal Electricity billing efficiency slips despite whopping collections of 203.6bn Mob murders and why the north must heal itself, By Zainab Suleiman Okino 12 terrorists to die by hanging as SSS secures several convictions nationwide 2027: ADC uploads Atiku, Amaechis nomination particulars to INEC portal 2027: APC drops Ex-Gov Suswam, Elegbeleye, 24 others from final National Assembly candidates list Peter Obis ally sues Kwankwaso over Kano NDC primaries Federal High Court releases guidelines for pre-election cases Governor Mutfwang overhauls Plateau security team Night grazing, vandalism trigger security clampdown at Jos Wildlife Park Nigerians paid average of N1,431 for city bus trips in May NBS Oyedele proposes special commercial tribunal to boost investor confidence, attract investment 12 to die by hanging as SSS secures convictions in terrorism trials Gains of Abioduns healthcare transformation in Ogun, By Kayode Akinmade Police arrest PDP spokesperson over alleged defamation World Cup: Kylian Mbapp brace leads France to 3-0 victory over Sweden SPECIAL REPORT: IPOB-linked attacks, killings reduce since Simon Ekpas jailing Building mlb as the essence of parenting, By Babafemi Badejo Yewa-Ebedei Controversy: How an abandoned playoff has put NLOs rule enforcement under scrutiny Reflecting on a Rotary year: Media, service, and the rolling wheel, By Max Amuchie Ondo 2027: Despite protests, Tinubus support group Abuja review of APC list *PULSE* Cooking gas prices drop to between ₦1,100 and ₦1,500 as supply improves — see full list of new prices across Nigerian cities World Bank rewards Bayelsa, Borno, others with biggest share of $27 million incentive Pope Leo hands two top Vatican roles to Nigerian Catholic leaders FG to scrap JSS-SSS separation: 7 key changes every parent and student should know Lagos rent could soon become even more expensive - here's why Nigerians seeking asylum in the UK pay up to ₦20 million for housing and living expenses 'Stop dumping refuse in drains' — Lagos approves dredging of 28 channels, warns residents against worsening flooding Lagos tops Nigeria's HIV cases: top 10 states in Nigeria with the highest HIV infections Quadrant MSL wins at Cannes Lions with Gold for Vaseline Campaign 'The pay was nonsense' — why Deyemi Okanlawon quit Nollywood and what convinced him to return Court orders American singer Chris Brown to pay ₦19 billion to Housekeeper disfigured by his Dog Yoruba Nollywood actor who claimed he was pressured to join occult groups to stay famous is dead at 66 The future is on your phone: how Squarehouse TV is taking over Nigeria's billion-dollar digital media space 'Join the US Army and thank me later' — Nollywood star-turned-soldier Princess Chineke advises Altinvest launches 'Your Money, Your Value' to demystify Shariah-compliant investing for Nigerians 'No one is ahead of us' - Yamal dismisses France as favourites, claims he will 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