Nigeria’s Top 15 Newspaper Headlines for Monday, April 7, 2025

Top 15 Headlines
1. Southeast Leaders Urged to Expel IPOB, ESN, and UGM: Leaders in the Southeast region are being urged to expel certain groups, including the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), the Eastern Security Network (ESN), and the Ukwulezi General Assembly (UGM), due to concerns over their activities.

2. Reno Omokri Criticizes El-Rufai:
Reno Omokri, a well-known Nigerian commentator, has criticized Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, the Governor of Kaduna State, over his recent statements or actions, sparking a heated debate.

3. Federal Government Responds to Security Breach in Plateau.
The Nigerian government has responded to a recent security breach in Plateau State, where several people were killed or injured in an attack, by deploying more security personnel to the area.

4. Police Advise Postponement of Nationwide Protest:
The Nigeria Police Force has advised organizers of a planned nationwide protest to postpone the event, citing concerns over potential violence and disruptions to daily life.

5. NCoS Denies Illegal Detention of Patience Jonathan’s Former Staff:
The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) has denied allegations of illegal detention of 15 former domestic staff of ex-First Lady Patience Jonathan, stating that they are being held on legitimate charges.

6. Aide Claims No One Can Remove Tinubu from Power in 2027:
Aide to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed confidence in the president’s re-election in 2027, stating that no opposition party poses a serious threat.

7. Zamfara Security Guards Arrest Suspect Supplying Bandits:
Security operatives in Zamfara State have arrested a suspect accused of supplying food and drinks to bandits operating in the area.

8. Nigeria to Host Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden:
Nigeria is set to host Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden on a state visit, aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic ties between the two countries.

9. SERAP Urges Tinubu to Reject $1.08 Billion World Bank Loan:
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged President Tinubu to reject a $1.08 billion loan from the World Bank, citing concerns over corruption and mismanagement.

10. NDLEA
Arrests Brothers with Cocaine at Lagos Airport*: The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested two brothers attempting to smuggle 5 kilograms of cocaine through Lagos Airport.

11. WHD 2025:
Nigeria must plan for better health*: As World Health Day (WHD) 2025 approaches, Nigeria is being urged to prioritize healthcare and develop strategies for improving the country’s health sector.

12. Chukwueze unbothered over Milan bench role:
Nigerian footballer Samuel Chukwueze has expressed confidence in his abilities and is unconcerned about his role on the bench at AC Milan.

13. Rivers peg back Remo in NPFL title race:
Rivers United has caught up with Remo Stars in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) title race, following a series of impressive performances.

14. Golf:
Shaibu’s wife wins back-to-back BCG ladies tourney*: The wife of Edo State Deputy Governor, Mrs. Shaibu, has won the back-to-back BCG ladies golf tournament, showcasing her skills and dedication to the sport.

15. NTTF selects squad for ITTF Africa Hopes Challenge:
The Nigerian Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) has selected a squad of players to represent the country at the ITTF Africa Hopes Challenge, a prestigious international table tennis tournament.