NAIJA NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES AND NAIJA NEWS FOR TUESDAY 17TH AUGUST 2021

NAIJA NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES AND NAIJA NEWS FOR TUESDAY 17TH AUGUST 2021

 

*PUNCH*

Rising incidence of malaria deaths

Plateau killings: Northern groups warn FG, 13 more suspects arrested

Buni, Bagudu, Abubakar meet Bankole in Abeokuta

Buni, Bagudu, Abubakar meet Bankole in Abeokuta

Our debts will keep rising, revenues declining FG

PDP NWC meets today, begins preparation for NEC

Our debts will keep rising, revenues declining FG

Ahmed Joda: Courageous and fearless administrator

Seven die, Taliban renames country Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan

Pathway to African development

World Bank, partners create new global fund for cybersecurity

Oturu joins Grizzlies from Clippers

Super TV CEO: Family accuses Lagos police of cover-up, hires Ozekhome

One way: Lagos task force impounds car on road without signage

Poor adjudication, dispute resolution scaring investors Ambassador

Nigerian fans back Watford to shine

One way: Lagos task force impounds car on road without signage

United cant win EPL without Halaand Oliseh

Non-clarity on tax, unfriendly administrators killing SMEs Osinbajo

The city where motorbikes are celebrated

Sign Ndidi, not Maddison, Keown tells Arsenal

World Athletics confirms Okowa-led AFN, reject Gusau board

AFCON 2021: Eagles avoid Cameroon, Senegal, may face Egypt

Round-tripping politicians: Blessing or curse

Nigerias subsidised petrol smuggled as far as Mali, say Customs

Hushpuppi: Probe panel submits amended report on Kyari

Lorient reject Bordeaux’s ’19m Moffi bid

US gives conditions for recognising Taliban govt in Afghanistan

US gives conditions for recognising Taliban govt in Afghanistan

BBNaija S6: HoH Maria rolls out new kitchen policy

Adesanya wants stiffer sanctions for violent attackers

IPOB threatens fresh sit-at-home, banks, others shut despite suspension

Summary writing: How to construct acceptable sentences (2)

IPOB threatens fresh sit-at-home, banks, others shut despite suspension

BBNaija S6: Fans hail Marias performances of Biggies task before fellow housemates

Diri splashes N4m on Oborududu

Dominican varsity gets NUC accreditation

ASUU, ex-CMUL provost differ on medical fellowship as PhD

BBNaija S6: It doesnt make sense, Jackie B reacts to new eviction twist

Nwakaeme scores, assists in Yeni rout

36 state attorneys general sue AGF over recovered funds remittance

BBNaija S6: Deputy Boma picks Jackie B as HoH room partner due to Marias ban

La Liga table after Monday’s matches

Four die as gunmen attack oil workers in Imo

Search for airports concessionaires begins, Kano chamber signifies interest

Liverpool defender joins Sheffield on loan

Police comb Zamfara forests for abducted agric students, two freed

Forex scarcity, others put pressure on FMCG companies profits

Bologna lose to Ternana, out of Italian Cup

Buhari signing of PIB: Petrol may sell for N300, FG to decide on subsidy, others today

Barcelona interested in Arsenal’s Aubameyang

Buhari signs Petroleum Industry Bill into law

UI to resume online teaching

USA football legend Lloyd announces retirement

ALGON carpets govs as LGs get N4.85tn in three years

Babcock gets approval for open distance learning

Diplomats assault: Ministry to recommend response for Buharis approval

DataPro maintains Total Nigerias A- rating

CITITRUST wins awards for financial services

 

*VANGUARD*

APC debunks PDP’s accusation that it plans to rig 2023 elections

We’re focused on delivering Gov Bello for Presidency ‘ Kogi CoS

Intrigues, emotions as Big Brother, Maria connive over phantom eviction plot

Cholera: Nigeria records 37, 819 cases, 1,178 deaths from 23 states, FCT

COVID-19 vaccination: NASS begs resident doctors to return to work

Families sacked from homes, valuables lost as 13-hour downpour wreaks havoc in Makurdi town

COVID-19: FG flags off Phase 2 vaccination rollout

Umahi confirms death of APC youth leader, 2 police operatives

Truck kills commuter in Lagos

Breaking Silence on Menstruation: The women of Logo battle myths, poverty, stigma

IPOB: Despite cancellation of sit- at- home, commercial activities still grounded in Anambra

2023: I’ll offer my gifts to make Nigeria better ‘ Utomi

Youth coalition urges insurgents to surrender

Ghost streets in Umuahia despite IPOB’s relaxation of sit-at-home

 

*THISDAY*

Air Travellers Spent N40bn on Covid-19 Test in Nine Months

Federal Governments Funding for Priority Projects in Oil Industry Hits $1.54trn Deficit in June

Nigeria Pumps Additional 45,000bpd Crude Oil in July as FG Activates Two More Oil Rigs

FX Squeeze: Manufacturers Begin to Look Inward for Survival

Equities Market Declines by N9bn on Profit-taking in Banking, Oil & Gas Stocks

ECOWAS Fixes January 2025 Deadline for Adoption of Cleaner Fuels

Kumral: VKS Will Revolutionise Nigerias Textile Industry

DPR Insists on Training for Downstream Operators to Cut Mishaps

Food Inflation: AFAN Wants More Borders Opened

NACCIMA Seeks Speedy Implementation of UNs 2021 Climate Change Report

Ascon Oil Company Re-claims Petrol Filling Station in Lagos

Olam Reaffirms Commitment to Backward Integration

CITITRUST Wins Global Banking & Finance Awards

Africas Youth Key to Transforming Food Systems, Says AfDB

BATNF Plans N2bn Investment to Boost Small Holder Farming

Echoes from Afghanistan

BetKing, Okocha, Unveil Exciting New Brand Identity

Invest in Agricultural Sector to Attract Active Youth Participation

NASS: Manual or Electronic Rigging’ (Part 2)

FirstBank Sponsored OBJ Golf Tournament Holes out in Abeokuta

Invest in Agricultural Sector to Attract Active Youth Participation

2023: Situating IBBs Presidential Picks (I)

Eagles AFCON 2021 Opponents to Emerge at Tonights Draw in Yaounde

At Last, Its Victory for Jarigbe

Courtois Extends Real Madrid Contract to 2026

PDP Univeils High-powered Anambra Governorship Campaign Council

PSG Dangle 510,000-a-week Carrot Before Pogba

Judges Harassment: Lawyers Boycott Court in Benin

Madrids Mbappe Pursuit Hit Final Stretch

Nine Rebel Members Rejoin European Club Association

Obaseki Mourns Former Edo SWAN Chairman, Aigbona

NLO Coach Banned Two Years for Attempts to Fix Match

Just Like Tokyo 2020, Paralympic Games to Hold Without Fans

OLYMPIC SUCCESS, TOTALLY HOMEGROWN

Flying Start for Nigerians in European Leagues

Spurs Beat City with 100m Grealish Firing Blanks

Eagles Captain, Ahmed Musa, Tasks FG to Action over Jos Killings

OLYMPIC SUCCESS, TOTALLY HOMEGROWN

 

*DAILY INDEPENDENT*

[FREE] Independent ePaper ‘ 17 August 2021

Buhari Gets Knocks, Kudos For Signing PIB Into Law

FG, Aircraft Ground Handlers Lose N14.2bn Yearly To Improper Rates

Buhari’s Policies Pushing Nigeria To The Precipice Of Disintegration ‘ Dokpesi

PDP Berates Buhari For Signing PIB Despite Public Outcry

Still On The Avoidable Strike Action By Resident Doctors

That CBN Decision On Forex Allocation To BDCs

Boosting Nigeria’s Downstream Oil, Gas Sector Through Clean Energy

Cryptocurrency Market Hits $2trn As Bitcoin Price Surges Again

Barcelona Interested In Aubameyang, Coutinho Swap Deal

Agent In London To Finalise Deal With Arsenal As Arteta Closes-In On 30m Star

Fresh Risks Over Suspension Of Eligible Electricity Customer Transactions

Magical Realism: A Creation Of Latin American Authors

Cyber Crime: Why We Target Access, First Bank ‘ Suspect

Korean Air Mulls Rerouting Flights To Avoid Afghan Airspace

Emergency Vaccine Summit Needed To Help Africa ‘ Ex-UK PM Brown

 

*LEADERSHIP*

Protest As Bandits Attack 45 Katsina Communities In 3 Days

Our Mandate Is To Look Into Petitions Arising From Congress

Faction Denies Invasion Of Osun APC Secretariat

Police Arrest 16 Workers Over Alleged Invasion Of Firm

NCC Commiserates with Family of Ex-Board Chair, Ahmed Joda

NCC, NESG Mull Collaboration To Boost Telecoms Impact On Nigeria’s Economy

Digital Literacy Training: Danbatta Charges Nigerian Youths On Skills Application

Effective Judicial System Will Assist Nigeria Economy ‘ Rimi

Shipping Firm Denies Allegation Of Arbitrary Charges

SEC Partners NAICOM To Derisk, Insures Commodity Assets

Bear Returns As Equities Investors Lose N9bn

Return Of Toll Gates

Banks Pay N80.2bn Taxes To FG In H1

Forex: Labour Advocates Improved Monetary, Fiscal Policies

Eulogies As IBB Turns 80 Today

India-Nigeria Trade Volume Hits $14bn In 2021

Nigeria Must Embrace Block-chain Technology ‘ Onu

Taliban Takes Over Afghan Presidential Palace

Stanbic IBTC Advocates Partnerships To Drive Financial Inclusion

Again 186 Terrorists Surrender In Borno

Deep Blue Project To End Billion Dollar Annual Loss To Piracy

PMB, Obasanjo Greet Zambian President-elect

2Africa Consortium Mulls Submarine Cable Branches To Nigeria, 3 Others

I Appreciate LEADERSHIP Award ‘ Zulum

Doctors’ Strike Continues As Court Adjourns FG’s Case

I’m Not Interested In Politics ‘ Sanusi II

Expect Intimidation, CJN Tells FCT CJ, Khadis

President Buharis Article In Financial Times Of London

Why We Don’t Kill ‘Repentant’ Terrorists ‘ Army

Bandits Kidnap 15 College Students In Zamfara

Wiseman Daniel Storms Abuja For International Prayer Meeting

N500,000 Up For Grabs In Knorr ‘Unwrap And Win’ Promo

315,791 Complete CVR As Anambra Tops With 23,314 Registration ‘ INEC

PDP Berates Buhari Over PIB Assent

Space Race And Fears Of The Rich Bailing On A Dying Planet

 

*NEW TELEGRAPH*

Yahaya Bello can lead Nigeria into prosperity

Kalu salutes IBB at 80

MTEF: FG to borrow N5.62trn to finance deficit in 2022 budget

Jos killings: IGP deploys surveillance helicopter, reinforces deployment

IBB @80: ‘I’m optimistic, Nigeria will overcome challenges soon’- Gen Abdulsalami

Jos killings: Nigerians living in dangerous times NLC laments

Prophet TB Joshua’s protg, Wiseman Daniel, to storm Abuja for crusade

FG loses bid to stop doctors’ strike

Gunmen Attack Oil Workers In Imo State kill 4

Be prepared for temptation, intimidation in your duties, CJN tells FCT Chief Judge, Khadis

Let’s recommit to efforts at progress, prosperity, Buhari tells IBB at 80

Haiti earthquake: Rescuers search for survivors as death toll climbs to 1,297

Zambian opposition leader wins presidential poll

LP has what it takes to reposition Anambra ‘Agbasimalo

AFCON 2021: Eagles may face Egypt, Cape Verde, Comoros as draw holds in Yaounde

Lukaku in line for derby debut, Kante expected to return ‘ Tuchel

Bordeaux’s Nigerian striker, Kalu, collapses during match

 

*BLUE PRINT*

IBB at 80: The legacies and a burden

Diri splashes cash on Oborodudu, Bayelsa United, Queens players

2022: FG to borrow N5.62trn to finance budget deficit

Nasarawa revenue board generates N8.8bn in 6 months ‘ Chairman

Volleyball Boys U-19 World Championship: Nigeria ready to stake claim against hosts ‘ Nimrod

Plateau attacks: IGP deploys helicopter, others, as Police nab 13 more

NYSC urges corps members to develop, perfect skills acquired at orientation course

PIB: Senate commends Buhari for signing bill into law

Over 200 structures marked for demolition in Nasarawa

Murder: Ozekhome to represent late Ataga’s family in court

APC ward congress: Panel begins sitting in Oyo

Hoodlums kill police officer in Zaria

APC Ward Congress: We’re yet to receive petitions ‘ Ekiti appeal panel

NBC boss tasks media practitioners on code of ethics, national interest

Flood submerges houses in Makurdi, displaces families

Reps mourn ‘Expensive

2 lives, 14 vehicles lost to Anambra tanker fire ‘ Official

Buni, others commiserate with Abiodun over father’s death

Buni, APC govs pay condolence visit to Abiodun over father’s death

Breaking: BBNaija season 6 housemate pulls out

Fake employment’: Nasarawa assembly suspends director, entire bureau staff

IBB survived more coups than any leader in Nigeria ‘ Iwuanyanwu

You’re a pillar of unity, Atiku pays tribute to IBB at 80

Updated: Police confirms abduction of 15 students, 4 staff in Zamfara

Rigging allegation: PDP has conceded defeat ahead 2023, says APC

Kaduna: 3 killed, 1 injured in fresh Zango Kataf attack

What it takes to have quality food

NIMASA donates relief materials to Tuggar foundation

Agent petitions IG over alleged threat to life

Streets deserted, shops, offices shut despite IPOB’s sit-at-home suspension in Imo

 

*BUSINESS DAY*

Five major changes expected as Buhari signs PIB

Nigerian Bottling Company’s sustainability plan to protect environment, create jobs

Leadership and the political will to protect the earth

Is Nigeria prepared for future security challenges

The internet, free speech and responsibility (6)

CBN and the burden of forex on manufacturers

NBCC: Strengthening Nigeria’s bilateral frontiers for economic growth

What to look out for in your search for career well-being

Finally, Nigeria gets law to overhaul oil sector

Lagos partners FAO to rehabilitate Coconut Belt

Buhari disregards Niger Deltans by signing PIB- PANDEF

States expected to win, lose if VAT sharing formula changes

Afriland Properties sees diversification help real estate survive

Eat ‘N’ Go deepens corporate vision with launch of warehouse, commissary

Paradise Foreshore Estate in Lagos sets to redefine urban living

Access Bank earmarks N600m for customers in DiamondXtra scheme

Nigeria’s stock market opens week in red

Ardova grows pre-tax profit by 129% in half year

SEC warns Nigerians against investing in Ponzi schemes

Why T-Bills rate at 3-month low is positive for government, corporates

Securities Dealers to discuss strategies for financial market rebound

 

*GUARDIAN*

Anambra PDP unveils advisory council, elders’ forum, campaign committee for Ozigbo

Why hike in cost of vehicle number plates, drivers licence is not feasible by motorists

Itse Sagay and the burden of a radical past

Opposition wins Zambia’s Presidential ballot landslide

Role of non-state actors in re-building Nigeria by Hamzat

Group demands release of 12 Mouka foam protesters

Anambra and the primaries of blood and mammon – Part 2

Dokpesi denies interest in PDP chairmanship seat

Biden breaks silence to defend Afghan evacuation

Diri rewards Olympic silver medallist, AITEO cup winners

Tanker fire claims two lives, destroys property in Anambra

Again, SEC warns against patronage of ponzi schemes

Nation building driven by faith of citizens – Part 2

Azubogu, Metuh, others fault PDP on Anambra guber campaign council

Macron says Afghanistan must not again be ‘sanctuary of terrorism

U.S.-based junior athletes’ arrival lights up Team Nigeria’s camp

Septuagenarian escapes death at Lagos road construction site

Economic outlook getting better, Adedipe, others claim

Ivory Coast starts Ebola jabs after first case in decades

Obaseki, SWAN mourn former Edo SWAN chairman, Aigbona

Stimulating investment, economy through family businesses

Plateau killing: Lalong to deal with promoters of fake news

Laporta says Barcelona finances ‘dramatic’ but future bright

FG targets improved food production with Seed Protection Act

Dubai Gulf United FC screen 120 Nigerian youths for U.S., Canada scholarships

Fresh fires force evacuations in Greek villages

ITF has not performed optimally, says DG

Nine Super League rebels rejoin European Club Association

ABC Transport, Lasaco insurance others drag capitalisation by N9bn

Nigeria in Pot One, may get Egypt, Cape Verde, Comoros in today’s draw

New Asia undersea data cable plan unveiled by Google, Facebook

ASCSN tasks Buhari on restoration of gratuity payment

Nuno impatient for transfer window to shut as Kane saga rumbles on

Pension experts urge inclusion of informal sector

Samuel Kalu ‘fine’ after collapsing during Ligue 1 match

Pan-African oversight committee appoints Fowler board member

Ivory Coast starts Ebola jabs after first case in decades

Courtois extends Real Madrid contract to 2026

Nigeria, Benin plan new commission to solve cross-border challenges

Sanusi lists gains of Sokoto’s National U-12/15 Handball Championship victory

Centre moves to boost transparency in procurement process

Akeredolu mourns House of Reps member Omolafe

Underwriters generate N65 billion premium

 

*TRIBUNE*

Sit-at-home: Miscreants, security agents takeover Aba, Umuahia quiet

Banditry: NSCDC boss reads riot act to armed personnel

Planned increase in education budget far from what Nigerians need ‘ CAPPA

Terrorism: India, Nigeria working to counter insurgency ‘ Envoy

APC national convention: Group endorses Senator Musa as national chairman

Olu of Warri Stool: Two princes declared wanted over stolen crown

Kayvee withdrawn from BBNaija show on health grounds

Ebonyi APC youth leader, two policemen’s bodies recovered from mining pit after three days

International Youth Day 2021: Digital labour platforms offer young refugees a possible route to decent work ‘ILO

Renaming of science ministry: ASURI, CSOs call for more funding for research

NLC blames America for Cuba crisis, calls for constitutionalism in Tunisia

Insecurity: More concerns over indefinite closure of schools in Kaduna

Again, NCC restates benefits of 5G technology to Nigerians

FG establishes 1,667 centres, develops 16 policies to support digital economy ‘Pantami

Int’l Youth Day 2021: 9mobile reaffirms support for youths

Where the Taliban gets money to fund war in Afghanistan

MDXi-MainOne consolidates position in West African digital ecosystem

Former Afghan president’s spokesperson says talks ongoing with Taliban

Dangers in hawking

The Apostle as the ATM of God

Profit-taking dampens bullish run as investors lose N8.9bn

Multiple taxation killing Nigerian SMEs, stakeholders tell FG

AXA Mansard Insurance delivers strong performance with 22% growth in Gross Written Premium

 

*SPORTS*

-WWE Raw Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights from August 16 – Bleacher Report

Adesanya wants stiffer sanctions for violent attackers – Punch

AFCON 2021: Eagles avoid Cameroon, Senegal, may face Egypt – Punch

AFCON 2021: Eagles may face Egypt, Cape Verde, Comoros as draw holds in Yaounde – New Telegraph

African players in Europe: Scorer Salah resumes normal service – Guardian

Agent In London To Finalise Deal With Arsenal As Arteta Closes-In On 30m Star – Daily Independent

Barcelona interested in Arsenal’s Aubameyang – Punch

Barcelona Interested In Aubameyang, Coutinho Swap Deal – Daily Independent

Barcelona starts life without Lionel Messi with a thrilling win – CNN

Ben Davies: Sheffield United agree season-long loan deal for Liverpool centre-back – BBC

BetKing, Okocha, Unveil Exciting New Brand Identity – Thisday

Beverage brand celebrates Team Nigeria’s Tokyo 2020 contingent – Guardian

BMX rider says he suffered brain shearing and bleeding after Tokyo 2020 crash – CNN

Bologna lose to Ternana, out of Italian Cup – Punch

Bordeaux’s Nigerian striker, Kalu, collapses during match – New Telegraph

Cam Newton: Bill Belichick Hasn’t Told Me Who Will Be Patriots’ Starting QB in Week 1 – Bleacher Report

Carli Lloyd: USWNT great to retire from football – CNN

Chelsea in talks with Lyon over Emerson Palmieri as Tuchel looks to cut numbers – Yahoo

Courtois Extends Real Madrid Contract to 2026 – Thisday

Courtois extends Real Madrid contract to 2026 – Guardian

Cowboys’ Mike McCarthy: ‘No Urgency’ for Dak Prescott to Play vs. Texans Amid Injury – Bleacher Report

Cricket-England captain Root shoulders blame for Lord’s defeat – Yahoo

Diri rewards Olympic silver medallist, AITEO cup winners – Guardian

Diri splashes N4m on Oborududu – Punch

Dodgers’ Cole Hamels Placed on 60-Day Injured List, Will Miss Rest of Season – Bleacher Report

Dubai Gulf United FC screen 120 Nigerian youths for U.S., Canada scholarships – Guardian

Eagles AFCON 2021 Opponents to Emerge at Tonights Draw in Yaounde – Thisday

Eagles Captain, Ahmed Musa, Tasks FG to Action over Jos Killings – Thisday

Eagles Rumors: Jalen Hurts ‘Undoubtedly’ Viewed as Franchise QB by Teammates – Bleacher Report

England v India: Joe Root says he ‘got things wrong’ in Lord’s defeat – BBC

England v India: Virat Kohli says commentators’ criticism fired up tailenders – BBC

England’s collapse against India the latest in growing trend – Yahoo

Falcons Become 1st NFL Team to Have Every Player Vaccinated Against COVID-19 – Bleacher Report

FirstBank Sponsored OBJ Golf Tournament Holes out in Abeokuta – Thisday

Flying Start for Nigerians in European Leagues – Thisday

Former Lions CB Alex Brown Charged in Crash That Injured TE Charlie Taumoepeau – Bleacher Report

Former Rugby World Cup star and family attacked in Brisbane home – CNN

Fouad Bachirou: Omonia Nicosia sign Nottingham Forest midfielder – Goal

Frank Reich on Carson Wentzs Injury Rehab: Colts Feel Good About Where Were At – Bleacher Report

Fusion Tennis Foundation summer programme here to stay, says Quadri – Guardian

Galatasaray’s Marcao red-carded for punching team-mate – Goal

Immediate Reactions to College Football’s 2021 AP Preseason Poll – Bleacher Report

Joe Root takes responsibility for England’s loss to India at Lord’s – Yahoo

Josh Hart, Pelicans Nearing New 3-Year, $38M Contract in 2021 Free Agency – Bleacher Report

Juan Foyth dismissed as Villarreal start LaLiga campaign with goalless home draw – Yahoo

Just Like Tokyo 2020, Paralympic Games to Hold Without Fans – Thisday

Kings’ Chimezie Metu Suspended for Punching Mavs’ Eugene Omoruyi in NBA Summer League – Bleacher Report

Kwesi Appiah: Crawley Town snap up Ghana forward – Goal

La Liga table after Monday’s matches – Punch

Laporta says Barcelona finances ‘dramatic’ but future bright – Guardian

Liverpool defender joins Sheffield on loan – Punch

Lorient reject Bordeaux’s ’19m Moffi bid – Punch

Lukaku back at Chelsea as leader -NigPilot – Nigerian Pilot

Lukaku in line for derby debut, Kante expected to return ‘ Tuchel – New Telegraph

Madrids Mbappe Pursuit Hit Final Stretch – Thisday

Marcus Smart, Celtics Reportedly Agree to 4-Year, $77.1 Max Contract Extension – Bleacher Report

Mark Allen triumphs over Reanne Evans in snooker’s battle of the exes – Yahoo

Mauritius’s FA in turmoil as police investigate phone in women’s toilets – Yahoo

Naomi Osaka gets tearful in first press conference for almost three months – Yahoo

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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