Daily News Headlines

NATIONAL Tinubu approves 27 road projects worth N3.9tn across 15 states.  Karimi applauds Tinubu over highway projects linking three states.  Over 20 million pupils drop out before senior secondary- FG.  2027: Appeal Court receives six grounds of appeal to halt INEC’s registration of ADA.  2027: NDC granted access to upload candidates on INEC portal – Dickson.  I’m not interested in politics, but committed to Nigeria’s Progress – Obasanjo insists.  Alleged Cybercrime: Court grants Sowore bail, orders two sureties, passport surrender.  2027: APC Governors Review Primaries, To Meet Netanwe.   Sultan urges youth to embrace AI, digital tools in workplace.  Obi Questions Nigeria’s leadership priorities after filling INEC form.  APC’s NWC affirmation, vindication of due process, rule of law – Adegbonmire.  Afenifere commends Abiodun, Sanwo-Olu, IGP, CPs over anti-kidnapping drive.  AA Crisis: Udeze exits appeal, insists court settles...

NATIONAL Insecurity: ‘He’s done his bit,’ Adeboye defends Tinubu.  Tinubu brought me back from exile — Sunday Igboho declares loyalty, attacks Aregbesola.  Obi urges FG to prioritise road repairs over new highways.  FEC Approves Reform Of NYSC.  ‘They’re coming for us’: Atiku warns of plot to keep ADC off 2027 polls.   2027: Tinubu, APC will be defeated massively in free, fair contest — Dickson.  UNICEF, FG drive Nigeria’s 2050 child devt agenda.  Xenophobia: 271 Nigerians set for fresh evacuation from S’Africa.  PDP candidate dismisses Atiku, Ribadu’s influence in Fintiri’s successor.  Dickson, Kwankwaso meet as NDC alleges INEC denied portal access.  Nigeria, Singapore begin training of TVET teachers to boost technical education.  Four FUOYE scholars secure FG research grants.  Retirement inevitable, prepare early, UI Professor, Akinade charge workers.  NELFUND condemns tuition hikes, refund delays by tertiary institutio...

NATIONAL 2027: Tinubu’s ‘plans’ to sweep S/East.  TB rights Bill: Reps, Stakeholders Push For  Stronger Protection For Patients.  Aborisade urges thorough scrutiny of state police framework, says gains outweigh risks.  Ex-IYC president hails Tinubu’s political will on state police.  PRP presidential aspirant faults Baba-Ahmed, rejects call for Tinubu’s resignation.   State police based on national consensus, not politics — Senate.  Primaries: Purported list of successful candidates fake, unauthorised – APC.  Pharmacists ask Senate to stop NHFRA Bill, warn of fresh health crisis.  Islamic cleric demands execution of convicted bandits, kidnappers.  NCAA Fines Saudi Airlines N6m For Infractions.  NDLEA seizes N12.4bn cannabis at Lagos Port, busts drug syndicate targeting passengers.  BUSINESS Odu’a Investment posts ₦23.58bn Profit.  FCCPC questions slow fuel price cuts despite crude oil crash.  FG Completes Handover...

NATIONAL Tinubu urged to initiate stability in Customs’ leadership structure.  ‘We hit terrorists hard to save Christians in Nigeria’ – Trump.  NDC: How Judicial rascality can be stopped – Atedo Peterside.  Court ruling on NDC is a hurdle, not stop sign – Obi.  Court ruling: ‘Today it’s NDC, tomorrow it could be anyone’, ADC warns.  INEC to review court judgment on NDC, awaits CTC.  Appeal Court Adjourns ADC Deregistration Case To July 7.  State Police Will Take Us Back To The 60s – CP ‘Singham’.  ‘How 7 Boko Haram, ISWAP commanders were arrested while returning from Hajj’.  Army appoints new GOCs, principal staff officers in major reshuffle.  BUSINESS Airtime Lending: “These Services Provide A Lifeline For Millions Of Nigerian Consumers” – Nairtime CEO Agbo Declares.  NECA to lead national conversation on impact of economic reforms at employers’ summit.  Complexity becoming prominent threat to project delivery – PMI.  EU,...

NATIONAL Tinubu unveils tech-driven offensive against drug traffickers.  NIMC Act: Tinubu moves to make digital identity bedrock of security.  Tinubu creates National Health Technology Office, names Adigwe pioneer coordinator.  Court sets aside judgment recognising NDC as political party.   NDC Rejects Court Verdict, Heads to Appeal Over Registration Dispute.  2027: Tinubu’s Govt Doing Everything To Stop Me – Peter Obi.  Atiku’s aide urges Obi, Kwankwaso to unite after NDC court ruling.  Ireland opens scholarship applications for Nigerians Monday.  ICPC Chair: Nigerians Losing Confidence In Lawyers.  ADC: State Police Legislation Politically Driven.  Int’l Day Against Drug Abuse: Remi Tinubu urges greater investment in prevention.  S’West retired top Civil Servants demand constitutional reforms.  Obasanjo, Kwankwaso hold closed door meeting in Kano.  Xenophobia: ‘South Africa is nothing without the rest of Africa’ — MTN Gr...

NATIONAL CSOs applaud Tinubu’s choice of ‘Men of Honour’ for key foreign missions.  State Police: Tinubu lacks moral authority, public trust — PRP.  FG plans digital curriculum for teacher training.  PPDC launches AI-powered platform to enhance FOI compliance.  State Police Gains Ground As Senate Passes Bill.  Emir Sanusi urges Nigerians to rebuild public trust for national unity.  London Property Saga’: Ozekhome’s SAN Rank Temporarily Withdrawn.  2027: Nobody gives power, you must take it — Wike tells PDP candidates.  2027 race: Wike, Turaki camps roll out parallel PDP candidates.  CBN orders immediate freeze on accounts linked to terror financing suspects.  HURIWA tackles Onanuga, says hunger crisis is real.  Sixty-six more Nigerians return from S/Africa as Soname finances flights.  Primate Ayodele denies defaming Kwankwaso with prophecy.  Appeal Court adjourns ADC de-registration case till July 7.  Expert seeks str...

NATIONAL Kuje-Gwagwalada Road: No community ‘ll be left behind under my watch – Tinubu. Tinubu never said Nigerians should reject him over power supply – Presidential aide. I don’t see the level of hunger Nigerians complain about — Onanuga. After 126 Days In Custody, El-Rufai’s Case Adjourned Till September. Wike remains our valuable political asset, PDP tells APC. Atiku faults El-Rufai’s bail conditions, warns against ‘punishment before conviction’. Akpabio swears in four new senators after by-elections. Senators not responsible for vehicle procurement — Senate spokesman. US Sanctions Nigerian BDC Operator, Firms Linked To ISIS Financing. Nobody’ll take PDP mandate to another party and get away with it — Turaki. Kwankwaso threatens Primate Elijah Ayodele with N10 billion lawsuit. ADC Leadership Case Stall Over Absence Of Mark’s Counsel In Court. Hardship: Civil servants demand 400% wage increase. Bail revocation: Sowore to remain in custody until June 30. Bureau de Change, source terr...

NATIONAL Tinubu urges investors to harness Nigeria’s tech-savvy youth workforce.  Tinubu: We’re Laying Foundation For Nigeria That Works For All.  Tinubu sends state police amendment bill to Senate.  Presidency, rep dismiss calls for Tinubu’s resignation over economy, insecurity.  FAAN weighs final October 2026 deadline for airport cab upgrade.  INEC presents Certificates of Return to bye-election winners.  Amaechi Remains ADC VP Candidate – Abdullahi.  Jaiz Bank witness uncovers millions in Alkausar Farm transactions linked to Ex-AGF Malami.  Group warns Adelabu against anti-party activities.  US releases identities of Nigerian, firms designated as terrorist financiers Police probe underway as First Bank Director receives parcel with live bullets.  British Defence Chief In Maiduguri To Boost Nigeria-UK Security Collaboration.  IGP cracks down on Police officers’ unauthorised social media use.  BUSINESS Naira rises to N1,394/$...