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NEWS HEADLINES 13 JUN 25

NATIONAL Democracy Day: Tinubu refutes one-party state agenda, says APC won’t shut door on defectors.  Full List: Tinubu confers national awards on Alex Ibru, Kudirat Abiola, Yar’adua, others.  Presidency corrects error on Democracy Day honours list announced by Tinubu.  Tinubu condoles India PM Modi over Air India plane crash.  ‘It’s a pleasure to see you in disarray,’ Tinubu mocks PDP, LP.  Crisis in Opposition Akin to ‘Hand of Esau, Voice of Jacob’ — PDP replies Tinubu.  June 12: The Irony, pains, and controversy of Nigeria’s Democracy Day.  June 12: Gani Adams, Falana, others call for true federalism, new constitution.  June 12: Tinubu out for conquest, not governance – Atiku.  June 12: Democracy in recession under Tinubu’s rule – Peter Obi.  Democracy Day: After four years, my portrait was just added to senate gallery — Saraki alleges.  Looming one-party threat undermines democracy — Mohammed.  Afenifere calls for new cons...
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NEWS HEADLINES 12 JUN 25

ACROSS THE STATES Tinubu cancels national broadcast, to address Nigerians from N'Assembly.  Updated: We’re open to receiving you in APC, Tinubu tells Wike.  2027: Your Good Work Has Killed Coalition, Wike Tells Tinubu.  ‘Learn how to form coalition from Tinubu’, Sowunmi tells Atiku.  2027: Why I’m Ready To Join Anti-Tinubu Forces – Amaechi.  2027: PDP leaders divided over Wike’s proposition for southern presidency.  Apply Now: Japan’s grassroots grant applications in Nigeria close June 13.  Senator Natasha: Appeal Court strikes out two of Akpabio's motions.  CUPP slams ₦39b ICC renovation, calls for probe.  ₦39bn ICC renovation misplaced priority — Peter Obi.  We’re not at war, but Nigerians are refugees – Peter Obi.  FG warns Nigerians about fake CDCFIB recruitment letter on social media.  June 12: Protest Against Hardship, Insecurity To Hold In 20 States – Organisers.  N/East To Experience 4-Day Blackout.  BUSINESS ...

NEWS HEADLINES 11 JUN 25

NATIONAL Tinubu returns to Abuja after Eid holidays in Lagos.  ‘Don’t pay attention to busybodies, bystanders’, Tinubu tells Wike.  US warns Nigeria of illicit mining, calls it ‘transnational corruption’.  Jonathan treatment comment: APC threatens to sanction Ndume.  Senate pushes to move presidential inauguration venue from Eagle Square to N'Assembly.  Defections Push APC Members To 68 In Senate, 207 In Reps.  Fubara’s sins cannot be washed away by joining APC – Okocha.  Sealing embassies could lead to diplomatic crisis for Nigeria – Falana warns Wike.  Nigeria records highest cases of sickle cell globally.  APC chieftain, Jesutega Onokpasa, dies.  NAF Probes Death Of Officer Who Died In Guardroom.  BUSINESS FG to mobilise private capital for infrastructure at 2025 PPP summit.  Audit flop: Nigeria forfeits $4m from World Bank loan.  ‘How Nigeria Produced 566.8mbpd Of Crude Oil In 2024’.  NSE lauds FG’s infrastructure...

NEWS HEADLINES 10 JUN 25

NATIONAL Tinubu distributes 10,000 professional kits to midwives in Southeast.  Tinubu did nothing for Southeast, can't secure 25% vote – Igbo group.  2027: No single party can defeat Tinubu — Ex-presidential candidate Onovo.  SERAP to Tinubu: Stop Wike from shutting 34 embassies over unpaid ground rents.  Peter Obi has shallow knowledge of economy, governance – Presidency.  We are open to reconciliation as we rebuild — Labour Party.  What I would have done differently in removing fuel subsidy – Peter Obi.  Ndume insists Tinubu’s govt has been hijacked by ‘kleptocrats’.  After God, my loyalty lies with Tinubu –Umahi.   AGF clears bank CEO of criminal charge.  No evidence Abacha stashed public funds abroad – Wife.  ‘I wasn’t attacked by terrorists,’ Buratai dismisses Ndume’s claim as fake news.  Rail transport on Warri-Itakpe corridor safe - NRC.  NNPC warns public against fraudsters posing as company representatives....

NEWS HEADLINES 09 JUN 25

NATIONAL June 12: FG declares Thursday public holiday to mark Democracy Day.  June 12 Pardon? Jonathan, others pile pressure on Tinubu to reinstate Fubara.   Defection: PDP moves to flush out disloyal members.  Civil war was not fueled by hatred but was a necessity, says Gowon.  Review appointment of alleged APC members as INEC RECs, SERAP urges Tinubu.  Economy not where we want, but back on track — Minister.  Nigerians now 56% of oil, gas workforce — Senate panel.  Senate vows to support NCDMB in 'Nigerianising' oil, gas workforce.  Senator Wadada blames his imminent exit from SDP on El-Rufai.  2027: Opposition coalition will collapse  —  Tanko Yakasai.  Why I stopped going to Rivers — Amaechi.  Nobody ever asked Wike how he made me governor — Amaechi.  FG Set To Revive Ajaokuta Steel Plant.  FG probes alleged neglect of accident victims at FMC Abuja.  Customs Oyo/Osun Command recovers N25.7bn from seized goods...

NEWS HEADLINES 08 JUN 25

NATIONAL One-party state: Nigeria may slide into dictatorship – Ozekhome.  Labour Party urges FG to implement Justice Uwais electoral reform report.  2027: Between Jonathan’s endorsement of Tinubu’s second term bid and Diri’s unwavering loyalty to PDP.  The 10th Senate has done well, will do more in the next two years – Adaramodun.  2027: How Wike’s support for Tinubu is shaking PDP.  Fire Guts Hotel Housing 480 Nigerian Pilgrims.  Ireland deports 35 Nigerians.  CDS, Timi of Ede, others to receive world peace award in Abuja.  Stakeholders seek ethical guidelines for responsible use of AI.  BUSINESS How Ijebu Cooperative and Society Built Multibillion Naira Fish Farm.   Livestock: NIRSAL prepares actors to tap into $2.5bn FDI.  How TETFund promotes industrial harmony in Nigeria’s higher Institutions.  Respite for private jets owners as Customs relaxes suspension.  Ecobank Transnational appoints Adepoju as Executive Dir...

NEWS HEADLINES 07 JUN 25

NATIONAL Toughest days behind us, Tinubu assures in Eid-el-Kabir message.  Eid-el-Kabir: Be more committed to Nigerians' welfare, PDP tells Tinubu.  Eid-el-Kabir: Let’s pray for our troops, be our brothers’ keeper – Tinubu.  S'South youth faults Amnesty Int'I reports, demand accountability.  Makinde Advocates Single Term Of 6 Years For President, Governors.  PDP begs Peter Obi, others to return to party.  Senate committee reaffirms Tinubu’s commitment to local capacity growth.  Tribe, religion driving current govt — Amaechi.  '60 Million Women In Nigeria At Risk Of Developing Cervical Cancer'.  PDP Disagrees With Wike, Anyanwu Over NEC.  I May Leave Nigeria Over Plot To Silence Me – Prof Utomi.  Ex-CJN Uwais Is Dead.  Northern Govs Mourn Justice Mohammed Uwais.  Early Voting For Military, Others Long Overdue – COAS.  BUSINESS Market Cap Crosses N72trn As Investors Gain N1.16trn.  Tax agencies accused of harassing...

NEWS HEADLINES 06 JUN 25

NATIONAL FG begins preparations for 2025 Democracy Day, unveils activities.  Don’t approve coastal islands without FG’s consent, Tinubu warns governors.  Nigeria to lose $215 million as US moves to cut foreign remittances.  Wike: Tinubu Is In Charge, No Cabal In This Govt.  Dangote names road to refinery after Tinubu.  End Banditry In North Or Forget 2027 Election, Sambo Tells Tinubu.  Again, CUPP faults 2025 budget, dismisses document as chaotic mishmash of absurdities.  There’s nothing wrong if Fubara joins APC – Ijaw president.  Buhari lauds Emir of Gwandu's Supreme Court victory.  Gates Reaffirms Support For Health Innovations In Nigeria, Others Amid Fund Cut. Ex-petroleum minister Jubril Aminu dies at 85.  Northern Govs Mourn Prof Jibril Aminu.  72% of pupils in Borno, Yobe, Adamawa can’t read, UNICEF laments.  Blackout Looms In Abuja, 3 States As Electricity Workers Give Strike Notice.  Insecurity: FG destroys 3,867 ...