15 common headlines from various Nigerian newspapers today Tuesday 13th May, 2025.

Here are 15 common headlines from various Nigerian newspapers with a brief summary of each:

1. “NAF engages Katsina students, holds career day at college” (Punch) – The Nigerian Air Force organized a career day event for students in Katsina state to expose them to opportunities in the military.

2. “NAPTIP rescues two-year-old trafficked for N100,000, suspect arrested” (Punch) – The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) rescued a trafficked 2-year-old child and arrested a suspect in Abia state.

3. “Insurgency: Borno gov bans sale of petrol in Bama LGA” (Punch) – The Borno state governor banned the sale of petrol in Bama local government area to curb the activities of Boko Haram insurgents.

4. “Injury rules Lookman out of Atalanta, Roma clash” (The Sun) – Atalanta’s Nigerian forward Ademola Lookman will miss an upcoming match against Roma due to an injury.

5. “Despite penalties, political appointees, civil servants defy Asset Declaration Law” (The Guardian) – Despite penalties, many political appointees and civil servants in Nigeria are still not complying with the asset declaration law.

6. “Hajj: Owerri Airport records first international flight with pilgrims airlift” (Daily Trust) – Owerri Airport in Imo state recorded its first international flight as it airlifted Muslim pilgrims for the Hajj exercise.

7. “Emir Sanusi invites foreign investors to Kano” (Daily News 24) – The Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, has invited foreign investors to explore investment opportunities in the state.

8. “[emailprotected] s3x in the North is the new refinery” (Linda Ikeji) – A Nigerian doctor, Zainab Suleiman, wrote an article discussing the rise of prostitution in northern Nigeria.

9. “2187 Athletes from 136 Schools Set for MTN CHAMPS Grand Final in Uyo” (Thisday) – The 2025 MTN CHAMPS grand final athletic competition will feature 2,187 athletes from 136 schools in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state.

10. “5 things to know about new pope” (Daily Trust) – This article highlights five key facts about the newly elected Pope.

11. “$1.43m scam: Supreme Court nullifies Ajudua’s bail” (Punch) – The Supreme Court has nullified the bail granted to Fred Ajudua, who is accused of a $1.43 million fraud case.

12. “Airtel subscribers may no longer depend solely on broadband connections” (Vanguard) – Airtel Nigeria is working to ensure its subscribers have access to reliable internet connections beyond just broadband.

13. “7% GDP growth achievable – Finance minister” (Daily Trust) – The Nigerian Finance Minister expressed confidence that the country can achieve a 7% GDP growth rate.

14. “Burna Boy stuns at 2025 MET Gala in historic collaboration with Ozawld Boateng” (Daily Times) – Nigerian singer Burna Boy made a stunning appearance at the 2025 MET Gala, collaborating with fashion designer Ozawld Boateng.

15. “Why I held multiple wedding celebrations with Priscilla Ojo, by Juma Jux” (The Nation) – Tanzanian musician Juma Jux explained why he had multiple wedding celebrations with his wife, Priscilla Ojo.