NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR WEDNESDAY 23RD FEBRUARY 2022
PUNCH
Kwankwaso, Galadima, others third force vows to dislodge APC, promises restructuring
Professor, four others arraigned for forging Anambra chieftaincy documents
Akwa Ibom gov sacks Chief of Staff, Inyang
Enugu APC members protest exclusion from Wednesday LG poll
Jigawa govt to lift embargo on employment soon Official
Ex-Bauchi SSG forfeits N500m to FG
Police arrest five suspected kidnappers in Edo, rescue three
Makinde to install new Olubadan March 11
Reps ask NSA, IGP, others to tackle insecurity in Anambra
ECOWAS court to encourage one-market free trade in member states
Diri blames fallen education standard on govt
Fishermen flee Akwa Ibom waterways over gunmens attacks
Alimosho protest: No evil must befall Aregbesola, kinsmen warn
Staff audit: DSS, police probe theft in National Assembly
Senators, Reps to vote on constitution amendment next week
Buhari mourns national anthems co-author, Ogunnaike
Free, compulsory education key to tackling security challenges Jonathan
English proficiency test for Nigerians is exploitative
Abe APC faction seeks probe of viral video, alleges defamation
Politicians are selfish, undemocratic, says Gombe APC
Edo govt committed to women empowerment First Lady
March 26 convention: APC factions fault party, Buhari, govs opt for consensus, zoning
APC convention: Buhari prefers consensus candidates, says Bagudu
Delay in electoral bill assentll affect preparations for 2023 polls, CSOs tell Buhari
Electoral bill: Buharis delay signals tenure elongation plan, PDP alleges
Obaseki, Makinde to lead PDP campaign council for Ondo bye-election
Anyim was engine room of my administration -Jonathan
E-valuation policy: Reps clash over warrant of arrest on Emefiele
FG begins probe of airlines over alleged collusion to fix airfares
Reps grill oil firms over dirty fuel imports, may summon NNPC again
FG to partner CBN, SEC on national savings scheme
Nigeriall focus on natural gas exploitation, Buhari tells global community
2022: FG to spend N3.53tn on infrastructure, human capital development
Mourinho suspended two matches for insulting referee
Man United have more identity under Rangnick -Fernandes
Russia-Ukraine crisis: UEFA consider changing Champions League final venue
Villarreal vs Juventus: Dusan Vlahovic scores after 31 seconds in Juve draw
Chelsea vs LOSC: Chelsea sink Lille 2-0 without Lukaku
After AFCON glory, Senegal inaugurates 50,000-seater stadium
Indian 16-year-old chess prodigy stuns world champion Carlsen
How to tackle POS terminal credit, debit cards fraud
Why Nigeria shouldnt commit to carbon neutrality by 2060
2023 and Nigerian youths predicaments
Ogun security architecture and sustainable governance
Toddler crawls out of mothers PoS shop, crushed to death
Five abducted kids: Parent accuses police of demanding N200, 000 to track suspect
Anambra man jailed 21 years for attempted murder
Police arraign mother for allegedly selling child N120,000
Celestial church bars five leaders for breach of peace
Gunmen blow up Imo police station, kill two cops, police arrest suspects
Late Sylvester complained of side pain, says Dowen doctor
Hoodlums attack Ogun filling station, kill two guards
Rivers council arrests five traders over decomposing ponmo
Gunmen kill two policemen, kidnap couple in Anambra
Commercial tricycle operators kick against multiple levies in Delta
Renewed rival cult clash claims 10 in Osun
Police launch manhunt as new tenants abduct three children in Ogun
To restructure or not
Child farming and marketing in Nigeria
VANGUARD
Remove us from pension scheme, Police tell Reps
OIL PRICE: Bonny Light bounces back to $95.63 on Ukraine crisis
Olubadan-designate confirms receipt of installation letter from Oyo govt
Opinion: Tambuwal’ education revolution in Sokoto
Buhari meets Ghana’s President Addo-Akufo behind closed door
NBM felicitates with Benin monarch over return of artifacts
Counter Terrorism Centre: DSS punctures TrackaNG-BudgIT claim of fund diversion
FG to collaborate with Republic of Korea in tackling unemployment
NCCSALW to establish Zonal Headquarters in Enugu
Akwa Ibom: Sacked Chief of Staff reacts, appreciates Udom, others
2023 :We’re prepared to spend our resources for Ugwuanyi ‘ NCWF
Why Jonathan, now
APC S/S youths wants party on winning path
2023: Kwankwaso, Dalung, Galadima, others birth Third Force
2023: APC opts for consensus, zones presidency to South
2023: Nigerians ‘ll reject ‘dirty’ fighting politicians ‘ YSSG
Uzodimma’s alleged Vice Presidential ambition raises dust
PDP dares APC: Wike, Udom, Imoke others to lead Campaign Council for C’River bye-elections
2023: We won’t allow ‘Peoples Destruction Party’ (PDP) return to power, says el-Rufai
2023: APC to swap offices between North, South in agreed zoning formula
We won’t allow further intimidation from Wike ‘ C’River APC Chairman
We’re not sure if Nnamdi Kanu is still alive ‘ IPOB
This is why our national life is in shambles ‘ PDP mocks APC over postponed convention
Stock market gains marginally with N7bn
ASUU strike, Ngige, and NANS outburst
Unveiling of the ‘just’ George
US-based Nigerian artist, Djfreshyk features Nestraya, Shizem in new song ‘body
Many feared dead as security operatives, gunmen clash in Anambra
Armed herders invade Suswam’s home town, destroy farms, sack four Council Wards, villages
Human trafficking: Delta govt rescues 22 children
Sylvester Oromoni: How some Dowen College parents hindered investigation ‘ Police
10 die as cultists clash in Osun
Suspected drug peddler, one other killed in Bayelsa renewed cult war
Gunmen attack Okomu Oil again as police arrest 2 suspects
Corpses, body parts, arms found in Bayelsa refuse bins weekly’ Ayebakari, Waste mgt contractor
Bad fuel: Reps grill suppliers
Let there be peace
Mental health conditions from psychological trauma (2)
COVID-19: ‘Overcoming barriers to family planning access non-negotiable
THISDAY
Hike in PMS Prices, Others Jerk Up Petroleum Marketing Companies Revenue by 47%
Reckitt Nigeria Launches Graduate Trainee Program
Fidelity Bank Appoints Amuchie as ED
UK Expert Urges Nigerian Organisations to Identify Business Threats, Opportunities
CSR: FBNInsurance Donates to Less Privilege Homes
IMF Chief Pledges Large Scale On-lending of SDRs to Africa
NAICOMs MDRI Initiative: 13 Years After
NAICOM Partners Development Agency to Launch Digital Insurance Solution
Of Economic Diversification and Non-oil Revenue
Analyst Express Optimism in Exchange Rate Stability, Sees I&E/NAFEX Rate Pegged at N434/USD
Winners Emerged in Cadbury Nigeria Bournvita Bourn Factor Competition
Firm Train Business Managers to Upscale SMEs in Accessing Credits
FirstBank, CDC/BII to Support Women, SMEs With $100m Credit Facility
Fidelity Bank Restates Support for CBN FX Repatriation Push
PDP Mocks APC for Postponing National Convention Again
As Consultations Continue, Its Endorsements Galore
Re: How Ganduje Became an Outsider
Of Age and Power
Zverev Sets New Tennis Record at Mexican Open
Mohammed Hits Centennial with Gorica
DTigress Target Qfinal Finish at FIBA World Cup in Sydney
Nigeria Can Sustain Peace Through Sports, Says Gbajabiamila
Super Falcons in Crucial Clash with Lady Elephants
Chelsea Cruise to Comfortable Advantage against Lille
Lagos 2022 African Fencing: Egypt, Algeria SAfrica in Supremacy Battle
Osimhens Equaliser against Cagliari Not Enough to Take Napoli to the Summit
Alli Applauds Amusan/ Onakoya Athletics Meet
24 Schools to Compete for N5m at Intl Athletics Championship
THE SUN
Poverty: FG plans to change narrative
Lagos lawmaker takes free medicare to constituents
Unimaid credits Kida for first NUGA qualification
Igbo songs ban: Group berates priest, calls for decisive action
2023 presidency: Qualities Nigerians must look out for Shagari, ex-minister
2023: Igbo presidency long overdue North Central women
Northern APC youths endorse Umahi
Bye-election: Imo PDP accuses APC of plotting to cause mayhem, buy votes
2023: Well rescue Nigerians from poverty, insecurity Kwankwaso
National convention: Finally, APC agrees on zoning
Postponement: Kalu thanks Buhari, Buni for consideration of request
Electoral bill: Buharill sign in matter of hours Presidency
APC frustrating bill over e-transmission of results PDP
2023: North not behind Tinubu, Yahaya Bellos supporters reply Ganduje
Igbo float stabilisation fund, seek N5bn take-off
Fidelity Bank backs CBN FX repatriation drive
FMANs wheat farms in Kebbi to yield 736 tons
Autochek finance summit holds today
Domestic savings, capital formation, critical to growing economy Ahmed
3.5Ghz: Utilising Nigerias spectrum resources for socio-economic growth
How YouTube supports creator economy in Africa
Paxful bridges gender gap in financial inclusion via literacy initiatives
Nigeria Info rewards loyal listeners
IMF advises FG to overlook protests, remove fuel subsidy
Makinde picks March 11 for installation of new Olubadan
CSOs laud Ugwuanyi over regular conduct of LG polls
Drugs: Britain working with Nigeria to protect rights of suspects UK Minister for Africa
Were not sure of Kanus health again IPOB
Reps urge FG, ASUU to adhere to agreement
Nigerians suffering,Adams tells Buhari
Retention funds: CPA drags agric ministry to EFCC, ICPC
2023: Igbo have campaigned enough for presidency Ohanaeze
NCCSALW to establish zonal headquarters in Enugu
Osinbajo hails Latter-Day Saints social work, others in Nigeria
Abba Kyari is not alone in the scene
Arraign for/on, not over
Men in the midst of demonic forces (4)
How China is re-colonising Nigeria (1)
Presidency: For Ugwuanyi to join the race
Soludos transition scheme: A foretaste of his governance mode
Akume: Unveiling the just George
Sanwo-Olu should call LASTMA officials to order
Abuja declaration for Yahaya Bello
El-Rufai & Zulum: Tackling insecurity with new approaches
NDLEA, super cop and Nigerias drug war
2023: Nigeria doesnt need outdated economic manager
Tales of woe
Day of rage
Ex-banker honours father with educational foundation
Nigerias worrisome fiscal deficit
GUARDIAN
North Central women vow to ensure Ugwuanyi becomes president
11 political parties field candidates for Ngor Okpala by-election
Kwankwaso, Dalung, Yakasai, others birth third force, vow to defeat APC
PDP chieftains insist on victory in Enugu council polls
15-minute rainstorm wrecks havoc in Ogun community
Medical doctor bags two years for possession of forged document
Feminist demands end to sit-at-home in southeast
Man with gun takes people hostage at Amsterdam Apple store
Odegbami heads desk as NIIA launches Sports Diplomacy Project
Beach Soccer president seeks donors’ support
Create enabling environment for youth development, former AIG urges states
Judo federation starts trials for Commonwealth Games
Oshoala missing as Nigeria battle Cote d’Ivoire for Morocco 2022 AWCON ticket
Villarreal hold Juventus after Vlahovic early strike
Chelsea sink Lille to prove they can thrive without Lukaku
Fury says Whyte has signed up for world title clash
Gains in 29 stocks lift NGX capitalisation further by N7 billion
Importers will source FX from Ghana, others if CBN stops funding banks
21st Century, Siemens Energy seal turbine technology power deal
How deep blue project will aid blue economy
Double jeopardy for Nigerian consumers as companies battle for margins amid weak regulations
Reckitt Nigeria launches graduate trainee programme, ‘Reckitt Trailblazers
Experts ask Federal Government to revive national assets, diversification
COMTUA, TTP bicker over monopoly of electronic call-up system
9mobile unveils judges for future CEO initiative
Forbes recognises Konga, sees potential in Africa’s e-commerce space
Demand for African developers rises as Nigeria adds 5,000 professionals
Terragon targets 41m SMEs withPrimesolution
Nokia announces new SaaS services
Instagram offers protection tips against phishing, scams
HREA to tackle digitisation challenges in workplace
Who will save Nigeria from this impending implosion
Continual assistance won’t solve Africa’s vaccine challenge
Saving the judiciary – Part 2
A confession of self-defeat
Finance minister receives report on national savings scheme
Okorocha shuns arraignment on alleged N2.9b corruption charges
Nasarawa attracts over $500m investment in two years
Reps wades into ASUU strike, insists government must honour MoU
Lagos moves against flood, commissions 19 drainage equipment, vehicles
Saraki urged stakeholders to take fight against drug abuse to borders
Government hopeful of improved cocoa production, export
Concerns mount over missing Yabatech lecturer
Weak identity protectionraises businesses’ cyber threats
Imo government tackles ex-PGF DG, says Lukman acting as PDP mole
LEADERSHIP
Akpabio Harps On Nigeria’s Indivisibility
NASS Votes On Constitution Review Report Next Week
Federal Govt Suspends Salaries Of 243 Workers For Shunning Verification Exercise
HIV Response: Federal Govt Tasks State Govts On Sustainability
NAHCON Rates Niger High In Hajj Preparation, Transparency
2022: Federal Govt To Spend N3.53trn On Infrastructure, Human Capital Development
We Have No Evidence That Oromoni Was Bullied, Assaulted ‘ Police
We’re Not Recruiting, Prisons Warns Desperate Job Seekers
41 Terrorists Surrender Following Troops Onslaught In Borno
N1.1bn Project, DSS Counters Media Report
APC Governors Accept New Convention Date, Zoning Formula
[EDITORIAL] Borno’s Alarming Teacher Statistics
Nigeria Tourism Struggles Amid Rising Insecurity
7 Days To Go, Pressure Mounts On Buhari To Sign Electoral Bill
Kwankwaso, Yakasai, Others Form ‘3rd Force’ Ahead Of 2023
Russia-Ukraine Crisis: Oil Price Nears $100pb, Highest Since 2014
Court Grants NDLEA’s Request To Detain Abba Kyari, 6 Others For 2 Weeks
Anyim Was The Engine Room Of My Administration ‘ Goodluck Jonathan
BREAKING: Court Jails Ex-minister, Ochekpe, 2 Others Over N450m Fraud
Ronaldo Hits 400m Followers On Instagram
Aisha Buhari Commissions NYSC Ultra-modern Mobile Clinic
The Greater Nigeria Project: Anyim Unveils Plans To Lead Nigeria To Greatness
Airfare Hike: Senate Demands Urgent Rehabilitation Of Federal Roads
NEW TELEGRAPH
Cult rivalry claims 5 lives in Lagos
New tenants ‘kidnap’ 3 children, 24 hours after moving in
Buhari: Why we prioritise road, rail projects
Senate to vote on Constitution Review C’ttee report next week
2023: Restructuring doable, says Kwankwaso ‘Third Force
PDP to Buhari: Refusal to sign Electoral Act, ‘political abortion
Russia Vs Ukraine: FG warns citizens against travelling to troubled region
FG: Proportion of fully vaccinated Nigerians still very low
Contaminated fuel: Reps grill Emadeb consortium, fingers Britannia-U
N25bn investments at risk over FAAN’s eviction notice
Alleged drug trafficking: Court okays 14 days further detention of Kyari, others
Olubadan: Lekan Balogun to be inaugurated March 11 ‘Makinde
Asia stocks fall as Ukraine-Russia tensions climb
Lagos PDP: Still searching for lasting truce
APC convention: The waiting game continues
Bayelsa: Dickson, Degi’s ambition and charter of equity
Youths’ take-over of leadership is possible, says NTYTP boss
Chelsea take command of Champions League tie against Lille
Ikpeba: NPFL players too old to boost development
Ukraine crisis: UEFA may move Champions League final from St Petersburg in Russia
UEFA League: Struggling Atletico look to reignite the fire v United
Urinary infection prolongs Pele’s stay in hospital
BLUE PRINT
Ukraine: Germany halts pipeline as nations heap sanctions on Russia
FCT polls: Dauda hails Buhari, INEC, laments low turnout
Kwankwaso, Galadima, Rufai Alkali, Lalung, others launch TNM
In Nigeria, fuel price may go high again ‘ Report
Ukraine crisis: UEFA likely to move Champions League final from St Petersburg
How APC can overcome leadership crisis ‘ Okorocha
Ex-gov Abubakar sues for calm in APC
APM wants Buhari to assent electoral bill ahead 2023 election
Crisis deepens in Rivers APC deepens
2023: APC vows to create opportunities for youth
NSCDC warns filling stations against hoarding, pump price hike in Anambra
NFWP set to commence $15 million grant disbursement in Niger
N450m: Court jails ex-minister
CSOs bemoan FCT NULGE’s strike, seeks truce
NCP counsels Emefiele on focus, professionalism
We’ve arrested 2,606 hoodlums in one year ‘ Kano CP
FG seeks additional funding for provision of infrastructure in North-east
National Div.1 league to hold in Benin City
NPFL: LMC brings forward Plateau vs Akwa United tie
Badminton: Dare hails new African Champion Opeyori
ACJHR advises media to stop ‘attacks’ on CBN gov
Pele remains in hospital after treatment
Nasarawa assembly gives government 2 weeks to pay 496 newly teachers’ salary
Court grants Media Rights Agenda leave to sue AGF over Anti-Torture Act
Osun APC guber primary mockery of democracy ‘ CSOs
Kidnapped Ondo high chief escapes after abductors sleep off
Uzodimma gifts cars, 2,700 smart phones to Imo youth
Kwankwaso and I are architects of modern Kano ‘ Ganduje
Ebonyi assembly gets new deputy speaker, Odefa kicks
Electoral Bill: Buhari can’t be stampeded, has up to March 31 ‘ Presidency
PDP appoints Fintiri Osun ward congresses electoral committee chair
2023: How I’ll fix Nigeria, generate N900trn IGR annually ‘ Dallas
Suit challenging my citizenship politically orchestrated ‘ Atiku
2023: Ex-sports minister Adbullahi launches bid for Kwara Central Senate
TRIBUNE
Why I support emerging artistes, charity ‘ Lucas Ologbenla
NCPC flags off Easter pilgrimage screening for 2021/2022 FCT intending pilgrims to Israel, Jordan
Killer couple: She brought her friend so that we could behead her ‘Husband
Cocaine deal: Court permits NDLEA to detain Abba Kyari, six others for 14 day
Constitution review: Senate to vote Tuesday, Reps Wednesday
Soyinka in Ebedi: Of hunters and storytellers
Diezani’s N450m bribe: Ex-minister Sarah Ochekpe, two others sentenced to six years each in prison
Child marriage and sex with girls below 13 years is a crime
Pascal Altima turns 50, sends message of survival to Nigeria
Rural women raise, sustain N1.1bn from social capital in five states
OBJ, Osinbajo, Sanwo-Olu, Abiodun, others to honour Primate Ositelu at 70
Local stock market moderates by 0.03%
SPORTS
24 Schools to Compete for N5m at Intl Athletics Championship – Thisday
76ers Rumors: Willie Cauley-Stein to Sign 10-Day Contract After Mavs Stint – Bleacher Report
Aaron Rodgers: No decision made over my future – Yahoo
After AFCON glory, Senegal inaugurates 50,000-seater stadium – Punch
Alli Applauds Amusan/ Onakoya Athletics Meet – Thisday
Antonio Conte wants to help Harry Kane to Tottenham records and trophies – Yahoo
Badminton: Dare hails new African Champion Opeyori – Blueprint
Beach Soccer president seeks donors’ support – Guardian
Brian Flores Says He Declined to Sign Dolphins NDA, Turned Down Millions of Dollars – Bleacher Report
Can Diego Simeone recapture the ‘classic’ Atltico Madrid – Yahoo
Champions League 2022: Results, Top Scorers After Tuesday’s Round-of-16 Games – Bleacher Report
Champions League: Chelsea 1, Lille 0 – Daily Independent
Chelsea 2-0 Lille: Champions League title holders take command of last-16 tie with first-leg win – BBC
Chelsea Cruise to Comfortable Advantage against Lille – Thisday
Chelsea sink Lille to prove they can thrive without Lukaku – Guardian
Chelsea steps up Champions League title defense with 2-0 win against Lille – CNN
Chelsea take command of Champions League tie against Lille – New Telegraph
Chelsea vs LOSC: Chelsea sink Lille 2-0 without Lukaku – Punch
Create enabling environment for youth development, former AIG urges states – Guardian
DTigress Target Qfinal Finish at FIBA World Cup in Sydney – Thisday
Ex-Black Stars Midfielder Muntari’s iPhone Stolen While Taking Selfies With Fans After League Game – Complete Sports
Former Kings Forward Royce White Announces He’s Running for US Congress in Minnesota – Bleacher Report
Fred questions Manchester United’s ‘strange’ interim manager situation – Yahoo
Fred says Rangnick’s interim status ‘a little bit bad’ for Manchester United – Yahoo
Fury says Whyte has signed up for world title clash – Guardian
Ikpeba: NPFL players too old to boost development – New Telegraph
Indian 16-year-old chess prodigy stuns world champion Carlsen – Punch
It’s simple’: Tottenham and Conte feel mood change after win at Man City – Yahoo
J.C. Jackson on Patriots Contract Talks: ‘I Guess They Feel Like They Don’t Need Me – Bleacher Report
Jevon Carter to Sign with Bucks After Being Released by Nets in Goran Dragic Move – Bleacher Report
Jon Jones Arrest Video Shows UFC Star Headbutting Police Car, Using Slurs – Bleacher Report
Jrgen Klopp warns Liverpool not to ‘get soft’ in their Premier League title pursuit – Yahoo
Juan Martin Del Potro News: Rafael Nadal pays tribute to Argentine – Yahoo
Judo federation starts trials for Commonwealth Games – Guardian
Junior Hockey Player’s Punch of Referee Under Investigation by Massachusetts Police – Bleacher Report
Jurgen Klopp wants Liverpool to keep being a thorn in Manchester City’s side – Yahoo
Kai Havertz and Christian Pulisic give Chelsea healthy advantage over Lille – Yahoo
Kai Havertz displays movement and big-game mentality misfiring Romelu Lukaku is sorely missing – Yahoo
Kai Havertz shows Romelu Lukaku how it’s done as Chelsea dominate against Lille – Yahoo
Knicks’ Mitchell Robinson Says His Father Is Missing in IG Story: ‘Come Home Pops – Bleacher Report
Kobe Bryant 1997-98 Precious Metal Gems Card Sells for $2M at Auction – Bleacher Report
Kvitova and Azarenka injured in WTA Qatar Open, as top seeds progress in Doha – Yahoo
Lagos 2022 African Fencing: Egypt, Algeria SAfrica in Supremacy Battle – Thisday
Lakers Rumors: L.A. Resisted Rockets’ 2027 Pick-Swap Proposal in John Wall Talks – Bleacher Report
Luka Doncic ‘unstoppable’ since ‘humbling’ criticism of weight – Yahoo
Man United have more identity under Rangnick -Fernandes – Punch
Manchester City’s Oleksandr Zinchenko says ‘my country belongs to Ukrainians – Yahoo
Manu Tuilagi and Courtney Lawes fighting fit for England v Wales – Yahoo
Michigan Will Continue to Participate in Handshake Lines, Per Acting HC Phil Martelli – Bleacher Report
Mickelson apologises for ‘reckless’ Saudi Super Golf League comments, set to take break from golf – Yahoo
Mohammed Hits Centennial with Gorica – Thisday
Mourinho Hit With Ban After Roma Outburst Caused Controversy – Daily Independent
Mourinho suspended two matches for insulting referee – Punch
MPs urge tougher Russia sanctions which could include Premier League oligarchs – Yahoo
National Div.1 league to hold in Benin City – Blueprint
NBA Rumors: DeMarcus Cousins to Sign Rest-of-Season Contract with Nuggets – Bleacher Report
Neil Jenkins says Wales will not ignore the threat of Manu Tuilagi – Yahoo
Nets’ Sean Marks Provides Updates on Possible Kevin Durant, Ben Simmons Returns – Bleacher Report
Nigeria Can Sustain Peace Through Sports, Says Gbajabiamila – Thisday