Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Friday, May 19th 2023

Major Nigeria Newspaper headlines & Naija News Today, Friday, May 19th, 2023, can be accessed below.

Below are the Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines from Nigerian Newspapers today

POLITICS AND NATIONAL NEWS

1. Tinubu Expected To Return To Nigeria In Time For Dangote Refinery Launch

Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, the President-elect, is expected to return to Nigeria from his working visit to France on Sunday.

2. Buhari Welcomes UK’s New High Commissioner To Nigeria

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dr. Richard Montgomery CMG has been named the British High Commissioner to Nigeria, as announced by Atinuke Akande-Alegbe, the Senior Communications & Public Diplomacy Officer at the British High Commission.

3. NYSC @ 50: Buhari Grants 65 Ex-Corps Members Automatic Employment, Scholarships

EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Muhammadu Buhari has offered automatic employment in the Federal Civil Service to 65 former members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

4. Lai Mohammed Inaugurates Advertising Offences Tribunal In Abuja

Eko Hot Blog reports that in a bid to promote ethical standards and professionalism in the advertising industry, the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, inaugurated the Advertising Offences Tribunal in Abuja yesterday.

5. ‘You Can’t Sack Me’ — Iyaloja Of Osun Defies Adeleke’s Attempt To Dismiss Her

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Iyaloja-General of Osun State, Alhaja Awawu Asindemade, has been sacked by Governor Ademola Adeleke and replaced with a new chief.

6. NARD Strike: NASS Sets Date For Crucial Meeting To Seek Resolution

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Dr. Emeka Orji, the President of the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors, revealed on Thursday that the group has received an invitation from the National Assembly for a meeting scheduled tomorrow (Friday).

7. Akpabio Plays To The Gallery Of Labour Party, NNPP As Senate Presidential Candidate Campaign Heats Up

Eko Hot Blog reports that Godswill Akpabio, who is vying for the position of Senate President, and his team have extended their campaign to the leadership of the Labour Party (LP) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).

8. Police Accused Of Secret Trial: Presidential Candidate Raises Alarm Over Seun Kuti’s Detention

Eko Hot Blog reports that the presidential candidate of the African Action Congress (AAC), Omoyele Sowore has accused the Nigerian police of holding a secret trial for Seun Kuti.

9. EFCC Sets To Peel Back The Veil On Zamfara State Governor

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially announced that an investigation is underway into the alleged involvement of Zamfara State governor, Bello Matawalle, in a massive N70 billion fraud.

10. One Year On, Deborah Samuel’s Alleged Killers In The Halls Of Justice

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Bilyaminu Aliyu and Aminu Hukunchi, the two college students suspected to be involved in the murder of Deborah Samuel, a female student of Shehu Shagari College of Education were apprehended and presented before Chief Magistrate Court Gwiwa in Sokoto on Monday, May 16, 2022, as part of an ongoing investigation by the legal department.

11. NLC Defiance Against Imposing Apapa As Labour Party Chairman, Following Courtroom Drama

Eko Hot Blog reports that the factional Chairman of the Labour Party, Lamidi Apapa, has been disavowed by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) who accused him of being a disruptive outsider working on behalf of political agents who want to destabilize the party.

12. Lagos Gets Eight New Perm Secs As Sanwo-Olu Reels Out Expectations

Eko Hot Blog reports that Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, appointed eight Permanent Secretaries across ministries and departments, bringing the number to 59. The Governor swore in the new Permanent Secretaries at a ceremony held at the State House, Alausa.

13. What We Are Doing To Keep Our State Free Of Flood – Lagos Govt

Eko Hot Blog report that the Lagos State Government on Thursday reiterated its commitment to providing essential weather advisories to stakeholders, planners, decision-makers and operators in socio-economic sectors across the state to ensure a flood-free state.

14. Seun Kuti’s Fate Hangs In Balance As Court Extends Remand By Four Days

A Sabo-Yaba Chief Magistrates’ Court in Lagos on Thursday granted an application for an extension of remand of afrobeat singer Seun Kuti for additional four days.

15. Seun Kuti: Nigeria Police Oppose To The Theaterics Of Media Trial

EKO HOT BLOG reports that in a recent statement, the Nigeria Police Force has assured the public that it will handle the case involving renowned Afrobeats musician, Seun Kuti, with professionalism and without engaging in a media trial.

16. INSIGHT: Nigerians Are On The Brink Of A Tinubu Presidency; What Should They Expect?

President-elect Bola Tinubu and Vice President-elect Kashim Shettima are set to take over the reins of Nigeria on May 29, 2023. Recall that Tinubu and Shettima won the presidential election held across 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) on February 25, 2023.

17. Demanding Accountability: The Push For Live TV Coverage At The Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal

The challenge of the 2023 Presidential Election outcome at the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal (PEPT) by the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and its standard bearer, Atiku Abubakar, has sparked up a debate on live broadcasting of the proceedings.

18. A Tale Of Misfortune: Ike Ekweremadu’s Descent From Luxury To Jail

In the labyrinth of life, a person’s choices and actions are thread woven into the tapestry of their destiny. A choice made by former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, has now cast a shadow on his path. Like the ethereal dance of moonlight on troubled waters, the consequence of his choice ripples through his existence, altering its course forever. The chronicles of June 2022 immortalize this pivotal moment as it unveiled the hand of fate, leading Ekweremadu on a 10-year sojourn within prison walls.

19. Saudi Vs. Lionel Messi: Why Barcelona Is The Only Viable Option

Amidst speculation about the future of Lionel Messi, including a potential move to Al-Hilal, the lack of a definitive decision has generated mixed reactions.

20. Brazilian Politician David Miranda Passes Away: An Extraordinary Life Cut Short

EKO HOT BLOG reports that David Miranda, a Brazilian politician, passed away at the age of 37 after a nine-month struggle in intensive care, as reported by Glenn Greenwald, his spouse and a journalist, via a tweet on Tuesday.

21. 5 Ways To Get Rid Of Toothache At Home

Toothaches can be excruciatingly painful, making it difficult to focus on anything else. They can be caused by a variety of reasons, including cavities, gum disease, or even teeth grinding.

22. Comedian Sabinus’ Hilarious Response To 2Face

EKO HOT BLOG reports that renowned Nigerian comedian Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ejekwu, popularly known as Sabinus, has made a surprising revelation during a recent conversation with legendary musician 2Face Idibia.

23. Tems Breaks Hip-hop Charts, Beats Beyonce And Rihanna

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerian singer and Grammy award winner, Temilade Openiyi, widely known as Tems, has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing American music icons Rihanna and Beyoncé on the prestigious Billboard chart.

24. Premier League Unveils Nominees For End Of Season Awards

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Premier League has officially unveiled the highly anticipated shortlist for the prestigious Player of the Year award.

25. No Disparity With Premier League — Tebas Slams Real Madrid

EKO HOT BLOG reports that Javier Tebas, the president of La Liga, has taken a direct swipe at Real Madrid, dismissing the club’s claims of financial disparities between La Liga and the Premier League. Tebas refuted assertions made by Madrid, stating that Carlo Ancelotti’s side earns a comparable amount to Premier League clubs.

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the week 45 pool fixtures are for forty-nine (49) football matches for UK football 2022/2023 from the pool agent.

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Major Newspapers in Nigeria

PUNCH NEWSPAPER

1. We’ll track progress of incoming governors, lawmakers — IPAC

International development partners should support the efforts of the Inter-Party Advisory Council to improve governance by empowering political parties through capacity building, its national chairman, Yabagi pleaded on Thursday.

According to him, IPAC was planning to monitor the progress of the 36 governor-elect toward achieving Sustainable Development Goals through the peer review mechanism.

Sani stated these during a meeting with Nigeria’s development partners including the Chinese Embassy, the International Republican Institute (United States), and the National Planning Commission.

2. NSSF makes case for grassroots sports development

The President of the Nigeria School Sports Federation, Mrs Olabisi Joseph said sports development starts from the grassroots development programmes and training.

Joseph said this on Thursday at the 23rd Milo Basketball Basketball Championship Central Conference finals in Abuja.

“When you talk of sports development, it starts from the grassroots. We have to find a way of getting the children engaged in sports. The benefits are enormous.

3. Institute seeks more funding for agric sector

An agricultural research Institute, Innovation Lab for Policy Leadership in Agriculture and Food Security has called on the incoming administration to allocate 10 per cent of the country’s budgetary allocation to the agricultural sector to address the looming food insecurity in Nigeria.

The Food and Agriculture Organisation projected that about 25.3 million people in Nigeria would face acute food insecurity during the June to August 2023 lean season.

However, speaking at a workshop in Abuja on Wednesday, the Communication Manager/Researcher at the organisation, Dr. Benjamin Oyelami, said the predicted food insecurity in the country could be tackled with more commitment from the Federal Government.

Oyelami also said appropriate usage of farm input as well as the sustainable management of soil could help the country overcome the situation.

VANGUARD NEWSPAPER

4. El-Rufai set to demolish ex-Gov Makarfi’s landed properties

The El-Rufai-led Kaduna State Government has allegedly revoked the Right of Occupancy of 9 companies linked to the former Governor, Senator Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi.

Journalists were told that the properties have been slated for demolition, allegedly.

The notice of revocation and withdrawal of the right of Occupancy was served to the officials of the affected companies in the State on Thursday afternoon.

Tne official notice of revocation was addressed to the Director of Canes Properties, Plot 11, Murtala Square, Doka, Alhaji Ibrahim Makarfi

5. 10th NASS: M-Belt youth leaders caution politicians against using religion for political gain

The Coalition of Middle Belt youth leaders has cautioned politicians against using religion to gain political advantage.

The leaders warned that such actions could exacerbate already-tense religious tensions in the country.

At a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, the youth leaders argued that such tactics were divisive and could lead to violence, particularly in the Middle Belt region where religious tensions have been high in recent years.

6. Buhari grants 65 ex-Corps members automatic employments

President Muhammadu Buhari has granted automatic employment in the Federal Civil Service to 65 former members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

Speaking at the NYSC 50th Anniversary Honours Award held at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, on Thursday, the Nigerian leader also highlighted numerous achievements of the scheme since its establishment 50 years ago.

The president said out of the 65 recipients, 52 individuals received the Presidential Honours Awards, while the remaining 13 were physically challenged ex-Corps Members recognised under the NYSC Hope Alive programme.