NAIJA NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES AND NAIJA NEWS FOR THURSDAY 30TH DECEMBER 2021
*PUNCH*
Stop MC Oluomo from kingship, monarchs family begs gov
N14 per script: WAEC, NECO examiners lament ridiculously low pay
Bauchi memorial lecture holds today, tension grows over Dogaras warning
Patrol van crushes ASP to death in Ekiti, command blames mechanical fault
Oil ownership: ACF backs Obasanjo, PANDEF, INC fume, say constitution fraudulent
FG sets up panel to avert fresh poly lecturers strike
Marriage registry saga and true federalism
Okowas aid proffers solution to crime in Niger Delta
Ogun Assembly adjusts 182 agencies votes, passes N350bn budget
Ex-Kwara LG chairmen endorse APC chairmanship candidate
Im happy Buhari didnt sign electoral bill
Rep urges FG to find solution to insecurity
Ebonyi kinsmen present Assembly member as 2023 gov flag bearer
Maku contesting governorship to control security vote, alleges Sule
Anambra PDP campaign DG resigns, alleges indiscipline, may join APGA
Anambra transporters, ad hoc workers withdrew over IPOB threat INEC
Ex-Umahis ally, hundreds of APC members, others defect to PDP
Dolidols acquisition of Mouka will boost operations CEO
Kogi, Niger, Nasarawa govs sign N466bn budgets, Bello okays bill
Oyetola assents Osun budget
Money lenders warn Nigerians against patronising illegal operators
FG raises N1.77tn Sukuk fund for Ibadan-Ilorin, Enugu-Port Harcourt, 95 other roads Report
Nigerias solar industry growing, says US-based firm
NGO distributes gift items to Lagos, Ogun vulnerable persons
Were committed to creating shared value Sahara Group
Asset sales to dominate Nigerias oil sector, says analyst
EC approves Germanys $1.1bn green hydrogen programme
NIMASA urges northern states to explore maritime potential
South African court asks Shell to stop seismic survey
Kenya inaugurates shipyard in Mombasa
MAN visits Buhari, laments serial challenges, gets forex pledge
Well partner govt to reduce unmetered customers IBEDC
FG approves N185bn tax credit for Calabar-Itu highway dualisation
Nigeria loses $5bn to gold smuggling in six years FG
Rivers, Bayelsa begin administering COVID-19 booster shots
NFF budgets N13bn for 2022, appoints Peseiro as Eagles coach
How Lookman was dropped from Eagles AFCON squad
Chiefs offer Akpeyi bumper deal
AFCON: Pharaohs name 25-man army for Eagles, others
Ranieri can’t stop Dennis from AFCON
Obiano inaugurates Awka stadium, hosts U-17 finals
Leicester contact Rangers for Aribo
Lookman happy with match-winner against Reds
Iheanacho, Ndidi leaving for AFCON’ll hurt Foxes ‘Rodgers
Eguavoen will lead Eagles at AFCON
Brentford vs Man City: Foden scores as City win 1-0
EPL: Welbeck punishes Chelsea with last-gasp equaliser for Brighton
Jos Peseiro: Things to know about Jose Mourinho’s ex-assistant appointed Super Eagles coach
How Buharis anti-corruption campaign in judiciary hit a brick wall (2)
The fierce urgency of securing our future now
Order from above: Family of admission seeker killed by Osun DSS operative demands corpse
Siblings seek justice for 20-year-old student killed by Yahoo boys
Missing retired head teacher found after PUNCHs report
Man, 23, arraigned for stealing motorcycle
Abuja motivational speaker accuses FCT police of assault, extortion
Teenager jailed for stealing employers N100, 000
Abductors of Plateau monarch demand N500m ransom Military
Police arrest Zamfara highway kidnapper in operation, AK-47 recovered
Bandits raid Zamfara community, kill head for resisting kidnap, abduct scores, burn vehicles
*VANGUARD*
1979 presidential poll: Ekwueme was Shagari’s choice -Ukume
ALAT by Wema emerges 2021 most outstanding digital bank brand
Why I set up scholarship scheme for indigent students-Onyejiocha, Reps’ deputy chief whip
Edo APC female member to pay hospital bills of January 1 babies
Rape includes inappropriate touch of spouse ‘ Lawyer
New minister vows to help Buhari leave behind legacies in infrastructure
Next Cash & Carry: Farouq visits, pledges FG’s support
2023: Benue youth group vows to persuade Ortom to run for Senate
Masari’s Arms Suggestion: Governance of confusion’s complete, Ohanaeze mocks; it’ll create balance of forces ‘ ADF
WHO predicts COVID-19 will end in 2022
Arms for self-defence: CAN, ADL, CNG knock Masari
APC national caucus member, Nkire, kicks against direct primaries
Expiring vaccine doses at a time of rising infections
Lagos Assembly scales up budget, approves N1.758trn for 2022
Arms for self defence: CAN, ADL, CNG knock Masari
INEC accredits 51 observer groups for FCT area council elections
2023: Atiku, Tinubu, Yahaya Bello missing as Primate Ayodele reveals Nigeria’s next president
Alleged plans to eliminate Sunday Igboho a rumour ‘ Lawyer, Yomi Alliyu
NGX recorded 7 exits, 4 new listings in 2021
Access Bank plans presence in major trade centres in Africa
Electricity: Nigeria’s metered customers rise 17.7% to 4.7m in 9 months
FairMoney promises to drive financial inclusion with digital banking
Why start-up bill holds future for Nigeria’s robust tech ecosystem
OPPO’s cutting edge devices to enable users work smarter
Rack Centre data centre expansion wins award as largest in MEA
How Nosike Sunny Sike took entertainment world by storm
Court remands 4 men for alleged unlawful possession of firearms
Refer cases of landlords, tenants to mediation ‘ Lawyer
Teenager jailed 6 months for stealing employer’s N100,000
Man, 26, arrested for alleged murder of wife
Police confirm killing of Zamfara traditional ruler, four others by bandits
Nwosu Arrest: Imo political gladiators play up 2023 game
Abductors of Plateau monarch demand N500m ransom ‘ Military
Man, 55, docked over alleged theft
Man, 68, docked over alleged attempt to steal
Katsina killings: We shall assist citizens to acquire arms for self-defence ‘ Masari
Looking forward to 2022
Looking forward to 2022
For technology, 2021, a year of the silver bullet
JUST IN: Garba Shehu defeats Covid-19, announces recovery
*THISDAY*
Lawmaker Donates Vehicles,Motorcycles to Vigilance Group in Kogi
Neimeth Pharmaceuticals Reports N365.5m Profit on Growing Revenue
Entries Opens for 2022 TEF Entrepreneurship Programme
Market Capitalisation Drops by N238bn after Two-day Christmas Holidays
Unity Bank Gets NYSC Recognition
Investment One Offers Solar Powered Borehole, Water Treatment Facility to Host Community
ITU Moves to Maximise Global Impact of 5G Rollout, Focuses on Accelerating Tech, Connectivity Breakthroughs
AAAN Partners UN Gender Equality Body to Address Harmful Stereotypes in Nigeria Advertising Industry
Assessing Buharis Anti-corruption War
Akwa Ibom Govt Woos Investors, Harps on Digital Technology for National Development
NITDA: Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation Will Drive Policy Implementation
Firm Deepens Family Bonding with New Commercial
Stakeholders Call for Collaboration among Africas Fintech Players
Avetium Consult Attains Double ISO Certifications
Interswitch Offers Product Developers Access to APIs
ARM, TechnoVision Holds 2022 Young Talent Pitch
UK Govt, Cybersafe Foundation to Train 2,400 Girls in Digital Skills
Digital Technology Will Boost Trust, Safety in Estate Development
NIPR Boss Clinches Most Inspiring Public Relations Practitioner 2021
Osaghae: NIIA Does not Take Federalism at its Face Value
Akobundu: We Have Restored Confidence in the PDP
BETWEEN THE EIGHTH AND NINTH ASSEMBLY
Will 2022 Be a New Year
A New Dawn for Nigerian Football as NFF Appoints Jose Peseiro…
Super Eagles: The Impending Defeats
Pharaohs Select Mo Salah to Lead Assault against SEagles on Jan. 11
Terry Returns to Chelsea in Coaching Consultancy Role
Congolese Regulator Visits Nigeria to Understudy Nigerias Telecoms Market
Barca Confirm Seven, Madrid Four as Covid-19 Hit El Clasico Rivals
Nigerias Possible World Cup Play-off Opponent, DR Congo, Open Camp in Egypt
Mark Hails Adaora Elonus Girl Child Project
Ogunmodede Resumes Duty with Portuguese side, CD Feirense
Oyetola Inaugurates $500,000 Comprehensive Eyecare Centre in Osogbo
NAFDAC Visits Emzors Ultra-modern Factory, Hails Pharmaceutical Company
Healthplus Bridges Gap to Quality Care with Launch of ePharmacy Website
Clina-Lancet Scientist Wins ISN Medical Laboratory Award 2021
Hacey Health Initiative Donates Multi-million Naira Medical Tools to Oyo govt
RxAll Unveils New Retail Outlet in Ibadan
*THE SUN*
11m subscribers risk disconnection as FG keeps mum on December 31 NIN-SIM deadline
Buhari promises to address forex supply to manufacturers
1st female car winners emerge in Glo Joy Unlimited Extravaganza Promo (SA2)
Lagos to promote Ofada rice beyond Nigeria
NFF appoints new coach for Super Eagles
New year eve: FCTA shuts nightclubs, restricts church gatherings to 50%
Wike showers encomium on legal icon, Ukala
Well always reward dedicated civil servants FG
Obasanjo wrong on Niger Delta oil belonging to Nigeria Ozekhome, NDC
Nigeria wont take expired vaccines again NAFDAC D-G
Rivers seeks citizens, security agencies synergy to end illegal refineries
Bayelsa spill: Govt prepares for legal battle, assembles experts
KSUSTA appoints 3 DVCs
Buhari demands progress report on solid minerals devt fund, Orders ramp up of operations
*GUARDIAN*
Be ready to hand over in 2023, APGA tells Uzodimma
INEC clears 51 observer groups for FCT poll
FCT command arrest officer in viral extortion video
Tragedy as police officer die, others injured in RRS patrol accident in Ekiti
Ogun communities lament neglect of access road
Army arrests suspects as abductors of monarch demand N500m ransom
Ranieri moves to stop Dennis from African Cup of Nations
Oduwole wins 2021 Janet Adowie Memorial Scrabble Championship
Eguavoen needs ‘intelligent players’ to succeed in Cameroun, says Adelabu
Man City extend lead to 8 points as Chelsea stumble
Welbeck punishes Chelsea with last-gasp equaliser for Brighton
Rangnick says Covid has hampered Man Utd progress
NLC laments rising cost of goods, cautions against increase in fuel price
India, Nigerian firm partner to boost retail textile sector
BUA cement, MTNN others lead NGX N238 billionn loss
Institute holds conference, harps on entrepreneurship for development
NASU laments irregular payment of workers’ salaries
Idem, pride to National Assembly, says Wase
Club distributes 14,000 notebooks in Abia
Nigeria and the legislative misfortune – Part 2
The target
Insecurity: A major minus to good governance
The Dowen College tragedy
How rhetoric despoiled Nigerian economy in 2021
Why Ethiopia must not fall apart – Part 2
The New Year rolls in!
Buhari orders six-month progress report from solid minerals fund
NFF finally names Jose Peseiro as Super Eagles coach
134m Nigerians without NIN as linkage with SIM deadline ends tomorrow
Treating terrorists as terrorists
Group faults army over claim of IPOB/ESN commander’s arrest in Enugu
Oyetola, Abiodun sign 2022 appropriation bills into law
Yari’s brother joins Matawalle’s APC faction
Bandits kill district head, 82, four others in Zamfara
Buhari assures manufacturers of improved access to FX
Nigeria won’t take expired vaccines again, NAFDAC insists
*LEADERSHIP*
Adieu, Archbishop Desmond Tutu
Retirees Groan As States Owe Billions In Pension Arrears
2022 Budget: FG Must Focus On Power, Agriculture To Grow Economy ‘ Experts
Buhari Demands Progress Report On Solid Minerals Fund
More Tributes At Desmond Tutu’s Memorial Service
Garba Shehu Recovers From COVID-19
Bandits Kill District Head, 2 Sons In Zamfara
Abductors Of Plateau Monarch Demand N500m Ransom
Super Eagles Get New Coach, Jose Peseiro
Nigerians In Italy Laud Federal Govt For Responding To Passport Demand
Kano Police Re-arrest 40-year-old ‘Patient’ Who Stole Ambulance
SEVEN TIPS: On How To Stop Buying Things You Do Not Need
How Ukala Saved My Political Career In 1998 ‘ Wike
Buharis Unbroken Promises
COVID-19 Vaccination, Nigerian Workers And Public Health
*NEW TELEGRAPH*
Enhancing Civil Service delivery
IDPs: Fleeing from death
Experts make case for funding epidemic preparedness response at LGs
APC National Convention: The threats and matters arising
Restructuring, poverty of articulation, propagation and strategy (2)
WRAHP builds CSO capacity on SGBV cases
$5bn gold smuggled out of Nigeria in 7 yrs., says Mines, Steel Minister
We’ll make forex available to manufacturers, Buhari assures
NAFDAC plans to reduce drugs importation to 30%
Kalu condoles with Ezikpe family over Ezeogo (Dr.) Anagha Ezikpe’s demise
Garlands as CRAN appoints Kogi’s Bello patron
Hong Kong police raid pro-democracy Stand News outlet, arrest six
France reports record high of 179,807 new coronavirus cases in one day
Fauci’s Retirement Pay Largest in US Federal Govt History
2023: PDP’ll beat its 2019 record ‘ Ayu
Yoruba nation agitation: Igboho alleges plan to kill him
FG releases N16.6bn accrued pension for 2021 MDA retirees
UAE adds eight more African nations to flight ban
Complaints, excuses trail maritime operation
Equities market thrives on undervalued stocks
Interswitch offers product developers access to APIs
Stanbic IBTC: LDR policy boosts lending to real sector
Economy grows steadily as CBN sustains policies
Top dealing firms transact N908bn shares in 11 months
Council plans software for inland cargo, trade statistics
Value of PoS transactions hits N6.29trn in 2021
APC Chairmanship: Musa seeks to reposition ruling party
2021: Eminent Nigerians who passed on in outgoing year
2021: How parties fared in elections
Problems of the police’ll not be solved by one regime ‘Arase
EPL: Man City extend lead to 8 points as Chelsea stumble
NFF appoints Portuguese Jose Peseiro as Super Eagles coach
EPL: Brighton score late equaliser at Chelsea
AFCON: First arrivals, Ethiopia, record four COVID-19 cases
Barca trio test positive for COVID-19
Intense schedule makes league glory sweeter ‘ Pep
Five NPFL players to join Eagles in camp
Osimhen to join Eagles Jan 3
Quartet to arrive in Black Stars camp in Doha
Nations Cup 2021 Updates: Morocco add three to squad for Cameroon
*BLUE PRINT*
The alternative foregone
Nigeria loses $5bn gold to smuggling in 6 years as Buhari makes crucial demands
Tennis: Oyinlomo, Imeh missing at Abuja Masters
Super Eagles: Fresh move over Victor Osimhen’s AFCON 2021 participation
NFF confident Dennis will go to Cameroon
AFCON: Super Eagles plan friendly against Cameroon top club
NFF reveals when new Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro, will take over
Oyetola signs 2022 appropriation bill into law
Insecurity: Hamza Al-Mustapha exposes those supplying weapons, hard drugs to bandits, Boko Haram, others
2022: As election spending, fuel subsidy removal, tariffs hike set to drive inflation
Moroccan Dolidol acquires Mouka Foam Nigeria
Ogun harps on digitalisation of tax process
eNaira: Ecobank, GTbank lead other banks in adoption
RMRDC: Forming partnership to boost Shea nut production, utilisation
Ground handling CEOs pen MoU, vow fight against sabotage over new charges
Resource location-disputes: Osinbajo to broker truce among Kogi, Anambra, Rivers, others
Enyimba lose to Rivers United in NPFL matchday 3 outing
Ekiti postpones examination for job seekers
Katsina: Ban on telecom services to be lifted before January ‘ Masari
Abductors of Plateau monarch demand N500m ransom
Disabled women seek legislative action on political participation
Nigeria receives 21m Covid-19 doses
COVID-19: WHO to miss global 40% vaccination target ‘ Report
2022: Nasarawa governor, Sule, signs N110bn budget into law
Ibadan Museum gets facelift
Ex- Gov Yari’s brother joins Matawalle’s APC camp
2 Nigerian dons make list of top global scientists
Why Does the Google Playstore Not Have Betting Apps in Nigeria
Kidnappers free Ekiti chief, 2 others after N4m ransom
2022: Nasarawa governor, Sule, signs N110bn 2022 budget into law
Infectious diseases remain a danger to every country ‘ UN
Jigawa pays N9.403bn to retirees for 2021
Buhari demands 6-month progress report on solid minerals devt fund
Yuletide: NGO distributes relief items to 500 Kogi vulnerable women
Bauchi introduces statewide roll to tackle salary administration challenges
*TRIBUNE*
Yari’s brother moves to Governor Matawalle’s camp
NFF appoints Jose Peseiro as Super Eagles head coach, Eguavoen to handle AFCON
Foundation spends over N13m on 35 FCT students in skills acquisition training
TASUED underscores essence of vocational training, proposes N4.5bn budget for 2022
Award of first class degree in public varsities not trade by barter ‘EKSU VC
UNIBEN don, others seek improved ICT infrastructure, manpower for STEM
Old students critical to alma mater
Your phone can be a personal health management system, says technology consultant
PLASU set to establish post-graduate school, additional faculties
Encomiums as Oloyede bows out of Summit University, Offa
ASUU gives scholarship to 50 UNIZIK students
Old students call for resuscitation of technical colleges in Kwara
Equities investors lose N248bn as year-end trading goes bearish
*SPORTS*
49ers News: Jimmy Garoppolo Won’t Require Surgery on Thumb Injury – Bleacher Report
A New Dawn for Nigerian Football as NFF Appoints Jose Peseiro… – Thisday
Aaron Rodgers Won’t Rule out Retirement After Season, Says He Wants to ‘Not Be a Bum – Bleacher Report
AEW Dynamite Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction and Highlights from December 29 – Bleacher Report
AFCON: First arrivals, Ethiopia, record four COVID-19 cases – New Telegraph
AFCON: Pharaohs name 25-man army for Eagles, others – Punch
AFCON: Super Eagles plan friendly against Cameroon top club – Blueprint
Arteta tests positive for COVID-19 again, to miss Man City clash – The Cable
Barca Confirm Seven, Madrid Four as Covid-19 Hit El Clasico Rivals – Thisday
Barca trio test positive for COVID-19 – New Telegraph
BREAKING: Welbeck Stoppage Time Header Secures 1-1 Against Chelsea As Blues Lose Ground In Title Race – Daily Independent
Brentford 0-1 Man City: Pep Guardiola praises ‘perfect performance – BBC
Brentford 0-1 Manchester City: Pep Guardiola says title race not over despite eight-point lead – BBC
Brentford vs Man City: Foden scores as City win 1-0 – Punch
Cavaliers’ Ricky Rubio Diagnosed With Season-Ending ACL Injury – Bleacher Report
Chelsea 1-1 Brighton & Hove Albion: Danny Welbeck heads stoppage-time equaliser for Seagulls – BBC
Chelsea 1-1 Brighton: A point against Chelsea is a ‘great feeling’ – Graham Potter – BBC
Chelsea 1-1 Brighton: Thomas Tuchel ‘very disappointed’ with VAR not awarding ‘clear penalty – BBC
Chelsea Stumble In Title Race As Welbeck’s Late Goal Earns Brighton Draw At Stamford Bridge – Complete Sports
Chiefs offer Akpeyi bumper deal – Punch
Chris Silverwood: England coach to miss fourth Ashes Test after being forced to isolate for 10 days – BBC
Christian Cage Reveals Sole Reason He Joined AEW After Leaving WWE – Bleacher Report
Congolese Regulator Visits Nigeria to Understudy Nigerias Telecoms Market – Thisday
Cowboys’ Micah Parsons Explains Why He, Trevon Diggs Are ‘The Lion’ and ‘The Eagle – Bleacher Report
D.J. Uiagalelei, Clemson Fend off Iowa State to Win 2021 Cheez-It Bowl – Bleacher Report
Dick Vitale Taking Break from ESPN College Basketball Broadcasts to Rest Vocal Cords – Bleacher Report
Eguavoen needs ‘intelligent players’ to succeed in Cameroun, says Adelabu – Guardian
Eguavoen will lead Eagles at AFCON – Punch
England handed Six Nations boost with Owen Farrell and Manu Tuilagi on course for early returns from injury – Yahoo
England head coach Chris Silverwood forced to isolate for fourth Ashes Test – Yahoo
EPL round-up: Salah misses penalty as Leicester beat Liverpool – The Cable
EPL: Brighton score late equaliser at Chelsea – New Telegraph
EPL: Man City extend lead to 8 points as Chelsea stumble – New Telegraph
EPL: Welbeck punishes Chelsea with last-gasp equaliser for Brighton – Punch
Five NPFL players to join Eagles in camp – New Telegraph
HBO ‘Hard Knocks’ 2021: Best Colts Storylines, Moments, Reaction for Episode 7 – Bleacher Report
Heat vs. Spurs Postponed Due to Miami’s COVID-19 Issues, Injuries – Bleacher Report
How Lookman was dropped from Eagles AFCON squad – Punch
Iheanacho, Ndidi leaving for AFCON’ll hurt Foxes ‘Rodgers – Punch
IIHF Reportedly Expected to Cancel 2022 World Juniors Championship – Bleacher Report
Injuries pile up for Chelsea ahead of crunch clash with title rivals Liverpool – Yahoo
Intense schedule makes league glory sweeter ‘ Pep – New Telegraph
Ja Morant Outduels LeBron James as Grizzlies Beat Lakers 104-99 – Bleacher Report
Jim Irsay, Jeffrey Lurie, More NFL Owners Donate to Fund for Jeff Dickerson’s Son – Bleacher Report
Jimmy Garoppolo Says 49ers GM John Lynch Apologized for Twitter Controversy – Bleacher Report
Jos Peseiro: Things to know about Jose Mourinho’s ex-assistant appointed Super Eagles coach – Punch
Leicester 1-0 Liverpool: Klopp says side did not look like themselves – BBC
Leicester 1-0 Liverpool: Rodgers hails ‘heroic’ performance – BBC
Leicester contact Rangers for Aribo – Punch
Liverpool and Chelsea are still title contenders, says Pep Guardiola – Yahoo
Lookman happy with match-winner against Reds – Punch
Lucas Digne targeted by Inter Milan and Napoli as Rafa Benitez looks to raise January transfer funds – Yahoo
Man City extend lead to 8 points as Chelsea stumble – Guardian
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola refuses to believe title race is over – Yahoo
Mark Hails Adaora Elonus Girl Child Project – Thisday
Meet New Super Eagles Coach, Peseiro – Complete Sports
Nations Cup 2021 Updates: Morocco add three to squad for Cameroon – New Telegraph
NCAA Not Discussing Postponing 2022 Men’s, Women’s Basketball Tournaments – Bleacher Report
NFF appoints Jose Peseiro as Super Eagles head coach – The Cable
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