…and others in Newspaper Headlines For Thursday 2nd January 2025
PUNCH
Benin Republic summons Niger diplomat over terrorism allegations
Tinubu’s tax reform will destroy Nigeria’s unity – Kano gov
Almajiri commission to mop up out-of-school children
Let’s resist efforts to enslave Nigerians, Tinubu tells N’Assembly leaders
Draw closer to God, Olukoya urges Christians
Kano milk market hits N200m daily sales
2025, year of long battle with FG, ASUU declares
Ekiti to become Nigeria’s agro-allied export hub – Oyebanji
Pope Francis advocates debt forgiveness for poor nations
Turji’s gang abducts 10 Zamfara passengers, burns vehicle
Govs pledge economic growth, infrastructure in 2025
NIPR urges Edo gov on prudent management of resources
Ododo’s wife gives pregnant women, nursing mothers palliatives
Tinubu harps on LG autonomy as govs pay New Year visit
NSA promises tough time for terrorists, others in 2025
I’m still in charge in Rivers, says Fubara
Reps propose 41 Justices for Supreme Court
Make peace with aggrieved contestants, Gani Adams tells Owa-Obokun
Yahaya Bello urges prayers for Tinubu to succeed
Borno gov approves N8bn gratuities for retired teachers
Assembly approves Sanwo-Olu’s nominees for LASIEC, others
Lakurawa: Nigeria, Niger joint operations continue amid diplomatic row
Stakeholders laud LASG support for PWDs
FG to spend N3.9bn on legal services 2025
Shettima, govs’ wives welcome New Year babies
NBA to push for judicial reforms, lawyers’ welfare – President
Focus on security, strengthen naira, experts tell President
Dangote, Obi visit Jigawa gov over mother, son’s death
Council chair calls for unity among residents
JUST IN: Telecom subscribers reject proposed tariff hike
Equity market closes year 2024 with N135bn loss
Edos fresh posers on LG autonomy
La Liga rejects Barcelona’s plea as Olmo’s future hangs in balance
EPL: Arteta wants Arsenal to hammer away in title race
Plymouth Argyle sack Rooney after season’s dismal start
PICTORIAL: Fire razes police station, three buildings in Lagos
Police arrest fleeing murder suspect in Ogun
Police recover stolen car in Abuja, suspect flees scene
Lagos driver hospitalised after truck accident
Why are foreign women rushing Nigerian men
Five countries that do not celebrate New Year
Dashed hopes: How local refineries fail to curtail rising petrol prices
Warri refinery: Marketers project price drop as production resumes
VDM admits N180M theft claim was fabricated to expose ‘stup*dity’ of Nigerians
Sweet poison: How local producers mix detergent, soda with fufu to maximise profit
VIDEO: Singles flock Lege Miami’s matchmaking event in Lagos
Everybody Loves Jenifa’ hits 1bn box office record in 19 days
La Liga rejects Barcelona’s plea as Olmo’s future hangs in balance
EPL: Arteta wants Arsenal to hammer away in title race
Plymouth Argyle sack Rooney after season’s dismal start
A strange game’ Chelsea’s Maresca reacts to Ipswich defeat
*VANGUARD*
2025 budget, tax reform bills, others top agenda for legislative action – Senate Leader
New Year tragedy: Electrician electrocuted in Lagos
We’ll take Nigeria to promise land, Tinubu assures
Stampede: Archbishop Martins urges Govt to prioritize poverty alleviation, support organizers
2025: A year of strange battles, restoration – Olukoya warns against prayerlessness
2025: Nigeria risks major food crisis, if…, farmers warn
I’ve covenant with Nwifuru to do 8-year tenure — Umahi
Ngige to Nigerians: Be optimistic, 2025 will bring good tidings
Anglican Bishop decries worsening insecurity in S-East
Several killed in Montenegro restaurant shooting
2025: I’m targeting Tyson fury – Anthony Joshua
A’Ibom First Lady-designate showers gifts on New Year day baby
Cosmetic surgery enthusiast Jocelyne Wildenstein ‘catwoman’ is dead
Asagba of Asaba vows to push for traditional justice administration system
UCH welcomes 2025 first baby at 12.01 a.m.
Gov Eno clears N42bn inherited gratuities
Reforms: APC says confident of ‘beneficial outcomes’
1 dead, 7 injured after Cybertruck explodes outside Trump’s Las Vegas hotel
Suspect in New Orleans truck ramming was a US army veteran – FBI
2025: I’ll build on foundation, successes recorded – Gov Alia
I’ve no disagreement with govs on local govt autonomy – Tinubu
Tinubu praises NASS for support
Nigerians will smile in 2025 – Shettima
*THE NATION*
Pope Francis advocates debt forgiveness for poor countries
Expect dividends of reforms, Akpabio, First Lady urge Nigerians
First Lady, governors’ wives welcome babies
NYCN to youths: embrace patriotism, join governance
Ex-Governor Bello visits Okene, preaches unity
Tax Reform Bills: Bwala urges governors to liaise with lawmakers for harmony
I’m focused on building a model nation for future generations — Tinubu
Anthony Joshua eyes third world title, targets Tyson Fury in 2025
Ex-APC presidential aspirant Udeogaranya hails Tinubu’s 2025 New Year speech
Religious tourism sites in Badagry will be developed – Lagos lawmaker Bonu
el-Rufai’s ex Commissioner faces probe over alleged misappropriation, money laundering
Better days ahead for Nigerians in 2025, APC assures
No disagreement with Govs over local government administration — Tinubu
Budget, Tax Reform Bills, oil sector probe, constitution review top Senate’s agenda for 2025
Mbah frees seven inmates, pardons one
Govs pledge commitment to Tinubu’s leadership for national progress
Fake Video: Court remands Mahadi Shehu in Kaduna prison
*THISDAY*
Nigerian Breweries Announces Listing of New20,706,894,542Ordinary Shares
Tinubu: Of Media Chat and 2025 as Consolidation Year
Educationist and Author, Esther Okafor for Burial January 4
Remita Sponsors CeBIH Conference, Advances Collaboration in Payment Ecosystem
Rights Issue:Nigerian BreweriesLists 20.71bn Ordinary Shares on NGX
Winners Emerge in Coronation Insurances Insure & Win Promo
Heirs Insurance Introduces Innovation in Insurance Awareness ViaWeb Drama
Telecoms Sector May Collapse in 2025 Without Tariff Hike, Telcos Warn
How GSK Nigeria, Union Homes, 14 Others Were Delisted from NGX in 2024
NGX ASI Closes 2024 With Impressive Annual Growth of 37.65%
2024: Year of Upheavals for Insurers
How Pashioneis Showcasing African Fashion Globally
Qualification for 2026 World Cup to Define Nigerias Progress in the New Year
Foundation Launches STEM Books, Awards Scholarships to Empower Future Scientists
FALLOUT OF THE RIVERS CRISIS
A GLIMMER OF HOPE
We Have Shared Commitment to Progress, Development, Says Lubasch
Jimmy Carter, Habitat for Humanity Bring Hope to Communities Globally
Igoche Mark: A New Dawn for Nigerian Sports in 2025
CBN, NCC, DMBSAND USSDDEBTS
Nigerias Strategic Investment Policy for the 21st Century: A Blueprint for Sustainable Growth
Diezanis Bella Vista Estates Causing Facility Management Ripples in Banana Island, Lagos
HEWORLDOF SIDE HUSTLES
2025: Quality Governance, Embracing AI, Curricular Review, Top Stakeholders Expectations for Education
*THE SUN*
Edo: PDP calls on Tinubu, IGP, and traditional institutions to intervene in LGC chairmen suspension
2023: Buhari couldnt have abandoned Tinubu Igbokwe tells Ojudu
Rivers crisis: Odili wont dignify Wike with a response APC stalwart Korka-Waadah
Ganduje assures Nigerians of positive signs of better days in 2025
Shehu Sani faults labelling of Tinubu, other African leaders as most corrupt
Orbih commends Gov Abdulrazaq for massive sports infrastructure
Igoche Mark sees new dawn for Nigerian sports in 2025
JOF All Stars end 2024 with win over Smart Strikers
Nwabali to play under new Coach in 2025
Telecom operators warn of disruptions in 2025
2025 presents opportunity to redefine national dialogue Atiku
Ganduje assures Nigerians of positive signs of better days in 2025
Tinubu inherited a bad economy Akpabio
New Year: Tinubu raises hope, sets agenda
Kano: Gov Yusuf signs N719bn Appropriation Bill into law
Governor Oyebanji appoints Chief of Staff two years after assuming office
NUPRC launches decarbonisation policy to enhance energy sustainability
Australia: Nigerians warned about antisemitic, Islamophobic hate crimes
New Year: No tapering down on development speed, Mbah assures Enugu citizens
Kano Governor signs N719 billion as 2025 budget
Emerging signs favourable for the Tinubu govt
2024: Senator Baraus 15 outstanding legislative activities in 12 month
Expectations of Nigerians in 2025
I dont love music Odumodublvck
Yuletide: 2Baba, Mr. P, Tekno, others thrill fans at Opu-Nembe All-Stars Night
No money missing from NGO, it was all planned, says VeryDarkMan
How we tried to stop 2Face from womanising Kenny Ogungbe
Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt reach divorce deal in 8-year legal battle
Why I want to reveal my lover in music video Ayra Starr
*NEW TELEGRAPH*
2024: Year Of Intriguing Politics How Rivers Crisis, Hardship Protest, Cabinet Reshuffle, Off-Cycle Guber Polls, Others Shaped Nigerias Polity In 2024
Fancy Multimedia Partners US Agencies To Empower Nigerian Artists, Entrepreneurs In 2025
2024: Year Of Intriguing Politics How Rivers Crisis, Hardship Protest, Cabinet Reshuffle, Off-Cycle Guber Polls, Others Shaped Nigerias Polity In 2024
Fancy Multimedia Partners US Agencies To Empower Nigerian Artists, Entrepreneurs In 2025
2024: Year Of Intriguing Politics How Rivers Crisis, Hardship Protest, Cabinet Reshuffle, Off-Cycle Guber Polls, Others Shaped Nigerias Polity In 2024
Fancy Multimedia Partners US Agencies To Empower Nigerian Artists, Entrepreneurs In 2025
Everything Our Leadersre Doing Must Not Be Viewed With Eyes Of Corruption Umahi
2024: Year Of Intriguing Politics How Rivers Crisis, Hardship Protest, Cabinet Reshuffle, Off-Cycle Guber Polls, Others Shaped Nigerias Polity In 2024
Fancy Multimedia Partners US Agencies To Empower Nigerian Artists, Entrepreneurs In 2025
How I Lost Over 100m In Cinema Pere
Yul Edochie Celebrates Judy Austins Birthday With Heartfelt Note
Dj Kulet Ends 8-Month Marriage With Husband Over Alleged Atrocities
Triple Tragedies In Ibadan, Abuja And Okija Were Clearly Avoidable!
*TRIBUNE*
Group petitions Police over burning of worship centre
New Year: No tapering down on devt speed, Mbah assures Enugu citizens
HCDT distributes N50m livelihood packages to Ikuru community
Gombe SSG harps on unity, solidarity with govt policies for devt
Hardship: We’ll continue provision of palliative in 2025 ‘ Bauchi Gov
Gov Namadi signs Jigawa’s 2025 budget of N698.3bn
FG warns Nigerians visiting Australia over security situation
2025: Reps to prioritise job creation, healthcare, education, national security ‘ Kalu
2025: Top 10 countries that will cross over to New Year before Nigeria
Why Tinubu is not right for Nigeria now ‘ Babafemi Ojudu
Big moments that shaped Nigeria’s petroleum industry
Top 7 trending on X in Nigeria 2024
Lagos Assembly confirms nominees for govt agencies
PDP to Tinubu: Don’t bother yourself on New Year address void of solutions to hardship
Declare state of emergency on hardship, Ohanaeze urges Tinubu
Tinubu didn’t hire anybody to insult El-Rufai ‘ Onoh
Reverse suspension of Edo LG chairmen, PDP urges Tinubu, IGP
Gov Makinde pays 13th month salary to Oyo workers
Mass defection of opposition lawmakers to APC not healthy for Nigerian democracy
Top eight global issues that shaped 2024
Elon Musk: German election will not be decided by social media owners ‘ Olaf Scholz
Georgia’s outgoing president refuses to step down despite swearing-in of successor
Gang violence: Trinidad and Tobago declares state of emergency
South Korea: Court issues arrest warrant for embattled President Yoon Suk Yeol
Taliban orders closure of NGOs employing Afghan women
*BLUE PRINT*
Jimmy Carter: Adieu to the champion of downtrodden Nigeria, nay Africa
Palliatives: Africas elite mocking our vulnerability
Gana: Barewa Old Boys indelible footprints
2025:CHRICED urges effective strategies to address economy
2027 and the calls for more political parties in Nigeria
Is the EFCC winning the internet fraud war
2025: Abbas urges Nigerians to renew hopesin New Year message
Police pull out DIG, 2 AIGs from service
Dont alter LG signatories,Edo PDP warns banks
Updated:Maikudinow substantive
Ground rent debts: FCTA needs funds for infrastructural devs Wike
2025: A year of cautious hope following economic reforms Rewane
NGX bucks 2015 to 2019 trend, thrives in roaring 20s
Jigawa government acquires 10% stake at KEDCO
FG launches N250bn real estate investment fund
Osun 2026: APC group gives condition for winning governorship polls
Mistaken airstrike: PDP urges probe, seeks compensation for victims
CNPP demands transparency on crude oil sales
Happening now: China, Malaysia, others welcome New Year 2025
*GUARDIAN*
Arteta wants Arsenal to hammer away in title race
Barcelona race against clock to register Olmo
Man Utd in battle for survival as losing run goes on
I’m disappointed Tinubu, who once led protests, cant tolerate criticism Bauchi Gov
Greece police arrest Azerbaijan president’s cousin during raid on drug cartel
Gaza healthcare nearing ‘total collapse’ due to Israeli strikes: UN
Alleged cybercrime: Court to deliver ruling in womans bail application
The Progress, Challenges and Prospects of Nigeria’s Anti-corruption War
*DAILY INDEPENDENT*
Nigeria’s Oil Licensing Rounds: Roadmap To Beneficial Engagements
Akpabio Empowers Constituents, Says Nigeria Was On Life Support Before Tinubu
New Year: Keep Faith In The Country, DG NOA Urges Nigerians
Forge Common Front to Salvage Yoruba Race, Aare-In- Council Charges Yoruba leaders
How A’Ibom Transformed Threat To Govt House Into A Global Tourist Attraction
Tinubu’s Aide Launches 40 Scholarships, Book Donations For Markaz Students In Agege
Suspension Of Edo LGA Chairmen: PDP Wants Tinubu, IGP, Traditional Institutions To Intervene
*PEOPLES DAILY*
Fake Videos: Court Remands Mahdi in Prison
New year:NOA DG calls for renewed faith in Nigeria
DHQ: Troops kill 10,937 terrorists, nab 12,538, rescue 7,063 hostages in 2024
Nigerdock Hires G4S For Improved World Class Security
Zamfara youths urge Tinubu to appoint APC stalwart Danfulani
NSCDC FCT Command nabs 6 vandals
CHRICED to Tinubu: Prioritize poor, fix security, economy
Uba Sani @54: Vision of Mandela, wisdom of Obama, compassion of Gandhi
What’s the Atrocity of North Central Nigeria
Maiduguri flood committee disburses over N18bn to 101,330 households
*SPORT*
2025 NBA Mock Draft: Pro Comparisons and Full 2-Round Predictions – Bleacher Report
2025 NFL Free Agents: Predictions for Potential Offseason Targets amid Rumors – Bleacher Report
2025 NFL Mock Draft: Predictions for Nation’s Elite Prospects – Bleacher Report
4 Resolutions AEW and WWE Should Make for the New Year – Bleacher Report
5 Way-Too-Early Trade Landing Spots for Rangers Winger Artemi Panarin – Bleacher Report
A strange game’ Chelsea’s Maresca reacts to Ipswich defeat – Punch
Arteta wants Arsenal to hammer away in title race – Guardian
B/R’s Week 18 PPR Fantasy Football Player Rankings – Bleacher Report
Barcelona race against clock to register Olmo – Guardian
Barry Sanders to Ashton Jeanty: ‘Will Be Watching for You in the NFL’ After CFP Loss – Bleacher Report
Bengals’ Joe Burrow: ‘I Doubt’ I’ll Win 2024 NFL MVP, But ‘I’ll Win 1 One Day – Bleacher Report
Bryce James, Son of Lakers Star LeBron James, Commits to Arizona in Instagram Photo – Bleacher Report
Buying or Selling the Latest NFL Coaching, GM Rumors Ahead of 2024 Season Finales – Bleacher Report
CFB Fans Troll SEC After Alabama, South Carolina Bowl Losses amid CFP Debate – Bleacher Report
Colts’ Anthony Richardson Said He Had to Crawl Around His Home Because of Back Injury – Bleacher Report
Drake Maye: Patriots Rookie Season Has Been ‘Tough,’ Have ‘A Lot to Learn From – Bleacher Report
Eagles’ Saquon Barkley to Be Held out vs. Giants amid NFL Rushing Record Pursuit – Bleacher Report
EPL: Arteta wants Arsenal to hammer away in title race – Punch
EPL: Arteta wants Arsenal to hammer away in title race – Punch
Ezekiel Elliott Released By Cowboys After RB’s Request amid Lack of Playing Time – Bleacher Report
Ezekiel Elliott’s Top NFL Landing Spots After Requested Release from Cowboys – Bleacher Report
Gabriela Dabrowski Reveals Breast Cancer Diagnosis; Delayed Treatment for Wimbledon – Bleacher Report
Garrett Nussmeier Impresses CFB Fans as Brian Kelly, LSU Beat Baylor in Texas Bowl – Bleacher Report
Igoche Mark sees new dawn for Nigerian sports in 2025 – The Sun
Illinois’ Bret Bielema Says Shane Beamer Confrontation Had to Do With Player Safety – Bleacher Report
Jalen Milroe, Alabama Trolled By CFB Fans for Bowl Loss vs. Sherrone Moore, Michigan – Bleacher Report
JJ Redick Praises D’Angelo Russell After Lakers-Nets Trade: ‘We’re Gonna Miss a Lot – Bleacher Report
Joe Burrow: Bengals Will ‘Make Sure’ Ja’Marr Chase Gets Receiving Triple Crown – Bleacher Report
JOF All Stars end 2024 with win over Smart Strikers – The Sun
La Liga rejects Barcelona’s plea as Olmo’s future hangs in balance – Punch
La Liga rejects Barcelona’s plea as Olmo’s future hangs in balance – Punch
Lakers Fans Encouraged by Dorian Finney-Smith’s Debut Alongside LeBron James vs. Cavs – Bleacher Report
Lakers Rumors: Dorian Finney-Smith Expected to Decline $15M Contract Option, Enter FA – Bleacher Report
Lions’ Kevin Zeitler Jokes Dan Campbell ‘Could Probably Suit Up’ If Needed – Bleacher Report
Man Utd in battle for survival as losing run goes on – Guardian
Mike Tannenbaum Says Jets Should Trade for J.J. McCarthy amid Aaron Rodgers Rumors – Bleacher Report
MLB 2025 New Year’s Resolutions for All 30 Teams – Bleacher Report
NBA Rumors: Mavs Eyeing ‘Impact’ Perimeter Defender; Herb Jones Trade Unlikely – Bleacher Report
NBA Trade Rumors: Nets’ Cam Johnson Eyed By Thunder, Kings After Schrder, DFS Deals – Bleacher Report
NBA Trade Rumors: Warriors Have Done ‘Due Diligence’ on LaVine, Ingram, Kuzma, More – Bleacher Report
NFL Exec Praises Packers for Jordan Love Development: ‘They Handled Him Perfectly – Bleacher Report
NFL Players Rank Chiefs’ Arrowhead Stadium as League’s Toughest Place to Play in Poll – Bleacher Report
NFL Playoff Picture 2025: Updated AFC, NFC Wild Card Bracket Ahead of Week 18 – Bleacher Report
NFL Rumors: Latest on Ben Johnson, Jon Gruden, Mike Vrabel Amid Bears, Giants HC Buzz – Bleacher Report
NHL Fans Hype 2024 Winter Classic as Blues Beat Blackhawks; Top Highlights, Photos – Bleacher Report
NHL News: Rangers’ Igor Shesterkin Reportedly Placed on IR with Upper-Body Injury – Bleacher Report
Nick Saban: Calling ‘Bulls–t’ on Kirby Smart, Steve Sarkisian ‘Best Moment’ of 2024 – Bleacher Report
Nwabali to play under new Coach in 2025 – The Sun
Orbih commends Gov Abdulrazaq for massive sports infrastructure – The Sun
Penn State Slows Down Ashton Jeanty, Wows Fans with Fiesta Bowl Win vs. Boise State – Bleacher Report
Plymouth Argyle sack Rooney after season’s dismal start – Punch
Plymouth Argyle sack Rooney after season’s dismal start – Punch
Predicting the 25 Best Athletes of the Next 25 Years – Bleacher Report
Projecting Who’s Staying and Who’s Leaving from Alabama After Bowl Game – Bleacher Report
Projecting Who’s Staying and Who’s Leaving from LSU After Bowl Game – Bleacher Report
Projecting Who’s Staying and Who’s Leaving from Michigan After Bowl Game – Bleacher Report
Qualification for 2026 World Cup to Define Nigerias Progress in the New Year – Thisday
Ranking Every Quarterback Still in the NFL Playoff Picture – Bleacher Report
Report: Kenny Dillingham, ASU Agree to New 5-Year Contract Before CFP Game vs. Texas – Bleacher Report
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