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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 constitution before 2027 elections. 

Senate introduced 844 bills in two years - Akpabio. 

President Tinubu confers national honour on Vanguard Publisher, Sam Amuka. 

Democracy Day: June 12 a watershed in Nigeria’s national history — Governors. 

NCDC reports 142 deaths, 747 confirmed Lassa Fever cases across 18 states. 

Lagos Airport drama: Air Peace, Oshiomhole in war of words. 

Hajj: 11 States Spend N6.2bn On Pilgrims. 

APC decries alleged maltreatment of Oshiomhole, others by Air Peace. 

Blackout In North-East: Residents, Business Owners Count Losses. 

Varsities must score 70% in four key areas for full NUC accreditation - FG. 

Democracy Day: Nigeria needs total restructuring — Pat Utomi. 

EFCC vows crackdown on Chinese-led cybercrime, arrests 177. 

NSCDC clamps down on firms hiring private security. 


BUSINESS

FG invests $50m in impact fund to boost MSMEs, job creation. 

Demand for foreign goods falls as Nigeria’s imports drop by 7% in Q1. 

No final decision on $5bn oil-backed loan from Saudi Aramco — FG. 

NAICOM guidelines on cyber risk insurance, annuity, market conduct underway. 

Nigeria records N5.2trn trade surplus in Q1’25. 

Dangote Sugar appoints Arnold Ekpe as new chairman. 

UBA non-executive director acquires 49, 700 more shares. 


ACROSS THE STATES

Panic as fire razes fuel station in Lagos. 

June 12: Thugs attack, disrupt democracy protest in Ondo. 

June 12: Aiyedatiwa hails hero of democracy. 

Missing 26 children: Delta council bans iron scavengers. 

June 12: Fubara awaits reinstatement, declares support for rule of law. 

We’ve enjoyed 26 years of uninterrupted democratic governance — Gov. Eno. 

Defection: I’m pursuing an elephant, no dog can stop me – Gov Eno. 

 NDLEA seizes 2,687 tonnes of cannabis in C'River. 

Strike: FCT Pupils May Lose 1 Year –NUT Chair. 

Democracy Day: Alia cautions against unverified utterances. 

June 12: Mutfwang commissions key projects in Jos, vows to upgrade Plateau Polytechnic to university. 

Mokwa flood: Foundation donates food relief to victims. 

Police rescue 73 kidnap victims, arrest 175 suspects, including 30 for rape, in Katsina. 

EU to ramp up investment opportunities in Kano. 

Lawal refutes Matawalle’s claim over performance in Zamfara. 

Army kills terror suspect, Auta, in Zamfara. 


HUMAN ANGLE

Last surviving female twin rescued by Mary Slessor dies at 115. 

Osun Amotekun operative slumps while preparing for work. 

Nigerian teen clinches top prize at WE Innovate. 

Deities, Village’s ‘Artery’: Why we venerate market days — Ndigbo. 

How my 22-year-old brother went missing after early-morning Bolt ride — Sibling. 

Niger police arrest landlady's daughter for stealing tenant’s property. 

Sony Music Publishing signs landmark deal with highlife legend Bright Chimezie. 

Adekunle Gold to become first Nigerian artiste to headline Orchestra show.  

Hollywood titan Harvey Weinstein found guilty of sexual assault. 

R. Kelly seeks house arrest, alleges plot to kill him in prison. 


INTERNATIONAL

Gaza Death Toll Surpasses 55,000 As 120 Palestinians Killed. 

Hamas faces leadership vacuum at critical time with demise of Gaza 'War Council'. 

One survivor after London-bound plane with 242 on board crashes in India. 

Doctor couple, three children among 242 killed in India plane crash. 

Tariff: Resolve Issues Through Consultation, China, Africa Urge US. 


SPORTS

Super Falcons retain 36th spot in latest FIFA ranking. 

De Bruyne signs for Napoli after leaving Man City. 

Cunha completes ‘dream’ Manchester United move. 

Poland coach Probierz quits after Lewandowski feud. 

Ballon d’Or 2025: Full list of nominees to be revealed as Yamal, Dembele lead contenders. 

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