NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR MONDAY 7TH JUNE 2021
THE NATION
Tears, tributes for TB Joshua
IPOB strongman Dragon killed in fire-for-fire with policemen
Twitter ban: PDP, Reps caucus, SERAP slam Fed Govt
TB Joshuas last moments, by church
Our kids behaving strangely
An ill-timed trip
Double Stumble
Southwest governors okay Amotekuns joint operations
Freed Afaka students exhibiting psychological disorder Parents
UJU ONWUDIWE: I never dreamt of going into politics
Banks to face sanction for denying forex to travelers
CBN cuts operation exchange rates to four
Ford Mustang Mach-E production outpaces Mustang
Kia K5: sporty, safety, luxury
Mercedes-Benz to launch Maybach GLS 600 tomorrow
Oil & Gas: Stakeholders advocate new local content strategy for Africa
VANGUARD
Road crash leaves many dead on Zaria-Kano Road
CBN increases forex allocation to banks, assures liquidity for Invisibles
TB Joshua: He’ll be remembered for empowering poor, vulnerable persons ‘ Kalu
What we need to do to check corruption ‘ DESOPADEC Boss
Chief Imam mourns TB Joshua
Imo Attacks: Our funding comes from abroad, Aguleri native doctors prepare us charms ‘ ESN suspect
Road infrastructure upgrade: Lagos commences retrofitting of streetlights
Igangan Killings: No comment, we’re still assessing situation ‘ Amotekun commander, Gen Togun
Igangan Killings: Convoke security summit now, Oyo APC tells Makinde
SMW Fashion beats record hits massive sales
Former President Jonathan mourns Prophet TB Joshua
TB Joshua: He’ll be remembered for empowering poor, vulnerable persons ‘ Orji Kalu
Attack on INEC Offices: Who is afraid of 2023 elections
CBN increases forex allocation to banks, assures liquidity for Invisibles
We want Saraki for president in 2023, youths protest in Kano
NDDC: Disregard list from Akpabio’s meeting with Tompolo, group tells Buhari
11 confirmed killed in Igangan Community attack as Police, hunters search for killers
More governors joining APC soon ‘ Gov Ganduje
Insecurity: Imo commissioner confirms attack on his country home
Restructuring: There should be a level to every politicking
The leadership of Nigerian military deserves commendation for renewed synergy
Anambra 2021: Why everyone wants a piece of Valentine Ozigbo
Innovating Nigeria: The rise of true compatriots
Federer withdraws from Roland Garros
Deschamps hopes to continue as France coach beyond 2022
Ugwuoke’s late strike earns Rangers 1-1 draw against MFM
Serena out of French Open after losing to Rybakina
A country that is bleeding (2)
Dangers of silencing the media
Little role for space tech in nation’s security architecture
COVID-19: Africa may not achieve vaccination target by 2022 unless’ ‘ Dr. Muhamud
What govt is doing to discourage brain drain in health sector ‘ Mamora
Road crash leaves many dead on Zaria-Kano Road
17 perish in fatal road crash while returning from wedding in Kano
FLASHBACK: How other men of God see TB Joshua
Police again repel attack on command’s headquartre in Imo, kill 5
THISDAY
Youth Empowerment as Catalyst for Sustainable Development
Equities Market Rebounds as Bulls Return
Orji: NEITIs Job Incomplete Until It Improves Citizens Standards of Living
Kwara to Offer N101m Interest-free Loans to 170 MSMEs
Leadership Tussle Threatens Oil Companys Operations in Delta Communities
Report: Nigeria Records 51% Financial Inclusion
Goge Africa Partners Lagos, Sterling Bank, Others
Move Towards Exchange Rate Unification Positive, Says FSDH
NB Gives Reasons for 663.6 kWp Solar Plant Inauguration
Firm Introduces Aviation Training Programme for Youths
Mohammed Lists Benefits of Aeros Flight Service to Bauchi
PILA Unveils CSR Foundation
Firm Launches Fitness App to Promote Wellness
Fintech Competition for Innovators Launched
Shareholders Approve Linkage Assurance Dividend
India Cautions Twitter
Tony Elumelu: The Banker Giving Master Classes on Entrepreneurship
Can the 9th Assembly Make a Difference With Constitution Review
In Edo, Obaseki and PDP Fight Over Party Membership Harmonisation
NIGERIA: BETWEEN DISCUSSION AND DESTRUCTION
Okagbare Emerges Second at FBK Games in The Netherlands
Serena Shocked out of French Open 2021
De Bruyne Wins Second PFA Player of the Year Award
HiFL: UNIBEN Royals Tackle UNICAL Malabites in Round of 16
Oshodis Election is a Big Addition to ATTF
Rashford Winner Seals Victory for Three Lions against Romania
Depay on Target again as Holland Concludes Euro 2020
Tomori to Complete Milan Transfer This Week
PUNCH
NAssembly working on barring bankers from operating foreign accounts
Banditry: Benue State under siege
Obaseki promises to appoint competent people
Confusion trails Atiku, Soludos campaign posters in Abuja
FG recorded N3.94tn trade deficit in Q1
Bafarawa seeks meeting of eminent Nigerians on insecurity
Rector berates Academys senior staff as Senate probes N1bn withdrawal
Saraki may bounce back in Kwara politics, says Awoyale
FG to launch $195m Deep Blue project June 10
APC dismisses Obasekis sedition threat against 14 absentee lawmakers
LASG to release new guide lines on village development
Igbos in Adamawa mourn Gulak, deny living in fear
Lagos pays N32bn to 7,998 pensioners in two years
Leadway Assurance partners parents on education cover
OGSIEC denies partisanship in Ogun factional PDP
Yusuf, Ogunkoya back Okagbare for Olympic medal
NAICOM to boost financial inclusion in insurance sector
We must work on leadership, says Lalong
Olympics: Don’t allow AFN crisis distract you, Ajunwa advises athletes
Allianz Nigeria unveils COVID-19 cover for travellers
Dont only immortalise Abiola, emulate him too
Omeruo, Umar miss out on LaLiga promotion
LASEPA moves to reduce waste pollution
NPFL: Pillars beat Enyimba to earn top spot
Ogun completes Arakanga dams repairs
Okagbare finishes second in FBK Games
Stocks cut losses as market capitalisation rises to N20.19tn
May & Bakers shareholders approve N517.6m dividend
B’ball: Oyo beat Lagos, win OBB wheelchair tourney
Sovereign Trust records N5.3bn quarterly gross premium written
Nigerian footballer Kevin Odenigbo drowns in Belarus
FBNInsurance records N47.1bn gross premium
Russia protests as Ukraine unveils Euro 2020 kits
Twente wants to make Ebuehi loan permanent
Busquets contracts COVID-19, leaves Spain’s Euro training camp
FG implements pension increment for DBS retirees
Argentina confirm Copa America participation despite Covid fears
Were increasing forex to banks for SMEs, travellers, tuition
Banks commence N6.98 USSD charge, customers kick
N5tn debt: AMCON plans to change recovery strategy
Mobile network providers may earn N5bn from USSD fee
Polaris Bank explains benefits of new digital platform
Rapid change in technology poses challenge, says NCAA
FCMB restates commitment to environmental sustainability
Two nabbed as gang attacks Lagos school during common entrance exam
Gokada expands service to Oyo, Ogun
Family in distress as businessman goes missing for two years
37.3kg cocaine, others seized at Lagos airport, seven traffickers arrested
El Salvador unveils plan on bitcoin as legal tender
Shot kidnappers body recovered, ex-convict arrested in Ogun bush
Ikigai: Japanese secret to success, happiness, long life
Ganduje, El-Rufai mourn as 20 killed in Zaria-Kano highway crash
Firm seeks to reinvent digital marketing
Lady who lodged with boyfriend in Lagos hotel falls sick, dies
Buhari vs. Twitter: So long, so sad
Two arrested for vandalising rail tracks, attempted bribery in Nasarawa
Rivers vigilantes extorted N105,000 over alleged debt by my passenger Bolt Driver
One dead as gunmen attack Imo market during downpour
FG promises 11,000MW power generation in 2022
DAILY TIMES
APC Litmut Test: Book presentation
Anambra Guber: APC is popular in South/E, State will support us Muoghalu
ONSA directs dismantling of illegal security outfits
Bafarawa urges politicians to refrain from divisive politics
Liyel Imoke: What i will do to Ayade if he tries to return to PDP
Constitution review gulps N5 billion
World mourns cleric, philanthropist TB Joshua
Again, suspected herdsmen attack Igangan in Oyo, kill scores, burn palace, vehicles, others
Gunmen raze police station in Delta, six robbery suspects felled
Bandits assault the birthplace of Nigerias first president, Nnamdi Azikiwe, capture chiefs and two wives
When charged in court, Nigerians who continue to use Twitter will be aware of the law they are breaking Malami
Redeemer Ministries Rev. Stephen Akinola has passed away
Breaking: Meghan Markle and Prince Harry welcomes Baby Girl, who will be named Diana
Nigeria spends N73.7bn importing arms, ammunition in three months
Nexim partners Afreximbank in $50m deal, others to boost projects, SMEs
NEW TELEGRAPH
Fighting a losing war with Twitter
TB Joshua: Exit of an iconic televangelist
Akeredolu, Fayemi, Ortom, Obaseki mourn
TB Joshua, a great loss to the world ‘Church members
Bandits abduct District Head of Zungeru, two wives
Igangan: South-West govs ask Amotekun to step up security moves
Imo: ESN Commander, Dragon, four others killed in failed attack on police headquarters
Obasanjo: Nigeria overwhelmed by crises
Give details of N9.4bn digital expenditure, Group asks Lai Mohammed
Governing Board: Buhari’s men battle to fix cronies in NDDC board
PDP Reps threatens legal action against Buhari
Ortom: Twitter ban diversionary
G7 tax deal doesn’t go far enough, campaigners say
CTA: Twitter ban, official rascality taken too far
Uniform exchange rate: The benefits, the drawbacks
APC’s plot to suppress free speech ‘PDP
Why Shoprite dumped Nigeria
SON uncovers 200 containers of substandard tyres
Nissan Navara upgrades, drops price
President Buhari launches Deep Blue project in Lagos
Iweanoge: Why digital solution is Nigeria’s future
Security agencies liable for Imo killings ‘Rep Eke
Moghalu: Nigeria need visionary, competent, inclusive national leadership
Ekhomu advises INEC to ramp up security at its facilities
A National Assembly in the eye of a storm
Okowa hasn’t anointed a successor, says Otuedon
A village head’s alarm: Naval personnel terrorising my subjects
Williams knocked out of French Open
French Open: Federer withdraws to protect body after knee surgeries
CAF postpones Afcon final draw
French Open: Unconvincing Federer scrapes through in Paris
Naomi Osaka thanks fans ‘for all the love’ after French Open withdrawal
Olympic champion Farah misses Tokyo 10,000m qualification time
Give fringe players more playing time, Lawal tells Rohr
Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu: A timely warning to women, girls
I get inspirations from nature, says Paris Sanusi
My married partner, sweeter than my husband ‘Married woman confesses
Styling the summer green
Seyi Shay invites ladies to raid her wardrobe
Hakeem Alobo-Bakare plans low key celebration at 63
Abdulfatah Ahmed faces baptism of fire
Charly Boy discloses why turning 71 this June is special
Knocks for Fayose as interest pitches him against protges
BLUE PRINT
Breaking: Serena Williams knocked out of French Open
Save Nigerians from killer water
NNPC restates commitment to sustainable environment
NICON staff seek speedy action on outstanding pension arrears
Breaking: Again, Manchester City ‘s Kevin de Bruyne, Chelsea ‘s Kirby win PFA best player of the year awards
Dangote Fertilizer to hit local market soon
CBN urges firms to invest in manufacturing sector
Goge Africa partners Sterling Bank, LASG, others to train tourism operators
Igangan: Bandits kill 10, raze Oba’s palace in Oyo state
Breaking: Day after T.B Joshua ‘s demise, another popular cleric is dead
17 perish in fatal crash along Kaduna-Kano highway
Ndigbo urged to participate in politics
Kano to redeploy 5,000 education-related civil servants to classrooms
Ignore calls to scrape NYSC scheme, Kogi coordinator urges FG, NASS
Nigeria ‘ll attain greatness ‘ Gov Lalong
Kinsmen mourn, list achievements of TB Joshua
2023: Constitution amendment ‘ll ensure free, fair elections, lawmaker assures
TB Joshua was a great ambassador to Ondo ‘ Gov Akeredolu
NDLEA intercepts 37.3kg cocaine, heroin, skunk at Lagos airport, arrests 7 traffickers
SCCWI puts smile on faces of 1,700 Lagos children
AFEME certifies 21 on military cars, parts, repairs
Unilorin gets molecular lab for COVID-19, other infectious diseases’ testing
Group advocates service extension for NASS workers
Buhari doing his best for Nigeria ‘ Pasali
Woman slaughters neighbour’s 3-yr-old son in Ebonyi
RIFAN to register 150,000 Niger rice farmers, cultivate 200,000 hectares
CAN proffers new revenue sharing formula
How herders butchered my 7-month-old baby ‘ Victim
THE SUN
9th Senate and its unending battles
Ensure true democracy in constitution amendment, Omoragbon charges NASS
Anambra guber: Job creation my cardinal point to check youth restiveness, says Ezeemo
Ogun LG poll: APC members reject imposition of candidates, calls for Abiodun’s intervention
I will run for Bauchi South Senate seat in 2023 ‘ Shu’aibu
2023: Zone Presidency to S/South to complete Jonathan’s truncated tenure ‘ Group advocates
Anambra guber: APC ‘ll bank on Buhari’s records in S/East to win poll ‘ Moghalu
Anambra 2021: Industrialist cautions against irregularities in APGA Primaries
Africa’s low agricultural yield worries minister
Nigeria imports over $580m worth of cassava by-products annually, says CBN
NESG commends signing of PVP Bill into law
Nigeria moves to unlock oil, gas potential with regional investments
NIPS 2021: DPR to give update on $500m marginal oilfields revenue
Lekoil Nigeria affirms Akinyanmi as CEO
WED: We’ve succeded in minimizing oil spills-NNPC
NUR demands prosecution of rail track vandals in Nasarawa, others
Members brace for leadership tussle
NIPOST has right to collect stamp duty ‘NUPTE
Igangan killings: Akeredolu tasks Amotekun on joint security of South West
COVID-19 to cause slow jobs recovery, increased inequality ‘ ILO
Were ready to leave Nigeria IPOB
NDDC: Fresh danger as N Delta monarchs raises alarm over Sylva, Akpabio tussle
Kaduna: Military warns NLC against power cut
Gunmen burn Imo commissioner, council chairman’s homes
District Head, 2 wives abducted in Niger
6 killed as bandits raze Delta police station
Massacre in Oyo: 45 dead bodies recovered, Obas palace, 60 houses burnt, over 160 vehicles destroyed
Lai Mohammed asked to release details of N9.4b digital expenditure
Nysc and the sucidal proposition
Terrorism prevention bill: Points to ponder
South East: When silence is no longer golden
Im using social media to fight marriage failure Modupe Ehirim, founder TRFMA
The single exchange rate
Joe Nwodo: The lawyer, the politician
GUARDIAN
Wailings, lamentations amid encomiums as the ‘man’ in Synagogue passes on
NDLEA arrests seven traffickers, intercepts 37.3kg cocaine, others in Lagos
US Consulate, others celebrate World Environment Day with school children
LASTMA officer to face disciplinary measures for extortion
Stakeholders seek end to Apapa traffic
Fleeing kidnapper found dead in Ogun
Over 10 people die in auto crash on Zaria-Kano expressway
FCT police nab two suspected robbers, recover exhibits
Lagos begins retrofitting of streetlights across the state
Israel’s Netanyahu denies ‘incitement’ as political tensions boil
Sri Lanka floods, mudslides kill 16
Pope’s ‘pain’ over bodies found at Canadian indigenous school
Two shot dead on Greek resort island of Corfu
Israeli police arrest Palestinian activist
Eleven killed as roadside bomb hits Afghan bus
Biden says will stand with European allies ahead of Putin summit
Cameroon’s victory over Nigeria historical, says Conceicao
HiFL round of 16 draws pits FUTA Tigers against UNILAG Marines
Cyclists canvass government protection at World Bicycle Day
Medvedev, Tsitsipas advance, Serena out, Federer withdraws
Super Eagles invitation has not always been on merit, says Akpoborie
Noah Dallaji talent hunt begins June 26 in Bauchi
NGX admits Nova Merchant Bank N10 billion bond
Muaythai Federation’s international strides thrill NOC
How ICT can revolutionise oil, gas sector
EL-Salhy describes Oshodi’s election as big addition to ATTF
Investors reposition ahead of half-year earnings
Sifan Hassan sets new women’s 10,000m world record
STI grows profit after tax by 37 per cent
LASG pays N32 billion to 7,998 retirees in two years
CIBN, NDLEA explore partnership on illicit financial flow
How investors can identify, leverage opportunities in investment
NEXIM Bank to increase funding for SMEs, bankable projects
Insurer records N47 billion premiums
NAICOM rolls out new confidence building strategy
Home truth
Ethnic, religious and political profiling is avoidable
On Southern Nigeria’s descent into avoidable destruction
Ethical dilemma of banning ransom payments
COVID-19, Rabiu Yadudu and FAAN two years on
We are better together as one entity
Adequacy of corporate social responsibility in Nigeria
The editors and nation building
TRIBUNE
Habiba Charity Foundation calls for support for underprivileged
CAN youths sue for peace over killings in South-East
Kwara to give free malaria care to 600,000 children
Financial experts urged to battle non-communicable diseases by living healthy
Lalong tasks Nigerians to defend democracy from forces seeking to create instability
Uzodimma assures Imo residents of security of lives and property
Ex-Sokoto gov Bafarawa urges eminent Nigerians to meet over rising insecurity
COVID-19: Minister receives second jab, urges residents to do same
FACT CHECK: NIN policy HAS NOT reduced kidnapping, banditry
Arsonists raze Imo commissioner, LGA chairman’s houses
May 29 anniversary: Same old troubles for advertising
Over 3,000 communication practitioners for 2021 Lagos NIPR Week
Leaders’ transformative power
Newly elected NIMN boss unveils book
Four simple leadership practices to bring out the best of your team
How to find a new product or service
Deal with the waste!
Ikigai: The Japanese secret to success, happiness and long life
Buhari, Twitter, Ali and the angel
Meghan and Harry welcome new baby girl, Lilibet
The abduction of schoolchildren
NGX: Investors earn N245bn amid bargain hunting in high cap stocks
SPORTS
2022 World Cup Qualifiers: India’s results against Bangladesh in the last decade – Goal
AEW’s Chris Jericho: ‘I’ll Be Waiting’ for Floyd Mayweather After Logan Paul Fight – Bleacher Report
Alistair Brownlee admits Olympic hopes are over after disqualification in Leeds – Yahoo
Anguissa: There is room for improvement despite Cameroon victory over ‘legendary rivals’ Nigeria – Goal
Argentina confirm Copa America participation despite Covid fears – Punch
Argentina confirm Copa America participation in Brazil following change in tournament hosts – Goal
B’ball: Oyo beat Lagos, win OBB wheelchair tourney – Punch
Biles warms up for Tokyo by claiming seventh U.S. title – Yahoo
Brian Maxwell Knocks Down Chad Johnson as Exhibition Boxing Match Goes the Distance – Bleacher Report
Burna Boys Ye used as prelude to Mayweather, Logan Pauls fight – The Cable
Busquets contracts COVID-19, leaves Spain’s Euro training camp – Punch
Busquets tests positive for Covid ahead of Euro 2020 – Goal
CAF postpones Afcon final draw – New Telegraph
Cameroon’s victory over Nigeria historical, says Conceicao – Guardian
Canadiens Cruise Past Jets in Game 3 to Take Commanding 3-0 Series Lead – Bleacher Report
Chad Johnson Jokes He’s ‘Ready’ for UFC’s Conor McGregor After Brian Maxwell Fight – Bleacher Report
Chad Johnson Tweets He ‘F–king Survived’ Match vs. Brian Maxwell After Knockdown – Bleacher Report
Clippers’ Paul George Praises Mavs’ Luka Doncic: ‘His Game Is Just So Beyond His Age – Bleacher Report
College Baseball Regional 2021: Results, Highlights and Bracket from Sunday – Bleacher Report
Cyclists canvass government protection at World Bicycle Day – Guardian
Dallas Mavericks Need to Find Luka Doncic a Co-Star, but Who – Bleacher Report
De Bruyne Wins Second PFA Player of the Year Award – Thisday
Depay on Target again as Holland Concludes Euro 2020 – Thisday
Deschamps hopes to continue as France coach beyond 2022 – Vanguard
EL-Salhy describes Oshodi’s election as big addition to ATTF – Guardian
England take safety-first approach to ensure first Test ends in draw at Lord’s – Yahoo
Enitan Oshodi elected as ATTF deputy president – The Cable
Essential Quality crossed the finish line first at the Belmont Stakes 2021 – CNN
Euro 2020: England boss Southgate close to naming side for opening game – BBC
Euro 2020: Football’s coming home, but taking a knee divides England fans – CNN
Euro 2020: Spain captain Sergio Busquets tests positive for Covid-19 – BBC
Federer withdraws from French Open over knee concerns – CNN
Federer withdraws from French Open over knee concerns – The Cable
Federer withdraws from Roland Garros – Vanguard
Floyd Mayweather Next Fight: Best Opponents After Win/Loss vs. Logan Paul – Bleacher Report
French Open: Federer withdraws to protect body after knee surgeries – New Telegraph
French Open: Unconvincing Federer scrapes through in Paris – New Telegraph
Germany win U21 European Championship by taking down Portugal in final – Goal
Give fringe players more playing time, Lawal tells Rohr – New Telegraph
Golf-‘It was electric’: amateur Ganne relishes breakout performance – Yahoo
Golf-Fan favorite Thompson say will learn from heartbreaking defeat – Yahoo
Golf-Saso triumphs in playoff to win U.S. Women’s Open – Yahoo
Half of Japanese people predict Olympics will be held this summer- Yomiuri poll – Yahoo
Head of Brazil’s soccer confederation suspended by ethics commission – Yahoo
Henderson ‘not too bothered’ about penalty miss vs Romania as he bids to be ready for England’s Euro 2020 opener against Croatia – Goal
HiFL round of 16 draws pits FUTA Tigers against UNILAG Marines – Guardian
HiFL: UNIBEN Royals Tackle UNICAL Malabites in Round of 16 – Thisday
How many international goals have Sunil Chhetri scored against Bangladesh – Goal
Jonathan Marchessault’s Hat Trick Powers Golden Knights Past Avalanche in Game 4 – Bleacher Report
Kawhi Leonard: ‘Meant a Lot to Me’ For Clippers to Overcome 0-2 Deficit vs. Mavericks – Bleacher Report
Kelvin Odenigbo, Nigerian footballer, drowns in Belarus lake – The Cable
Kristaps Porzingis Cryptic on Future with Mavs: ‘It Seems Like It’s Always Something – Bleacher Report
Los Angeles Clippers steam into second round with victory over Dallas Mavericks – Yahoo
Luka Doncic Says He’s Proven Nothing in 2 Playoff Appearances: ‘You Get Paid to Win – Bleacher Report
Lyndon Dykes believes Scotland will carry ‘very strong’ momentum into Euro 2020 – Yahoo
Mahrez powers African champions Algeria past Mali in friendly – Goal
Mamelodi Sundowns striker Shalulile wins big at PSL awards – Goal
Mark Cuban Says Rick Carlisle Will Remain Mavs HC After 1st-Round Loss to Clippers – Bleacher Report
Mayweather vs. Paul Purse: Known Prize Money Payout Distribution – Bleacher Report
