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NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR SUNDAY 18TH APRIL 2021
NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR SUNDAY 18TH APRIL 2021,
*THE NATION*
PDP S/West: Lasting peace or brief respite
Search for APCs next chair gathers steam
Solution to Nigerias problems not secession Orbih
Foundation partners Sanwo-Olu on healthcare delivery
Will an Angela Merkel ever emerge within Nigerias context
As the Left grows bigger among Democrats and the Far-Right takes over among Republicans, whither America
The thoughts of Alana, Prof (Senator) Banji Akintoye
JUSUN strike: NBA to meet govs over judiciarys financial autonomy
Tinubu hails Smith at 75
2023: Emmanuel, Achudume canvass for credible politicians
Voter apathy mars Rivers LG polls
10 states yet to hit 50 percent of vaccination target
Warri succession crisis: Olu-designate faces legitimacy, legal hurdles
RCCG Province to support young entrepreneurs with low interest loan
NDDC: Buhari desires end to forensic audit before boards inauguration, says Akpabio
Bayelsa Airport gets NCAAs nod to begin commercial operations
Police disrupt Yoruba Nation rally in Ibadan
Rainbow College students projects win international scholarship
Maltina tour round Nigeria with message of hope, happiness
E-taxi platform Univasa berths in Ibadan
MIXTA Plc appoints two new board members
Experts seek demonetisation of positions in Africa
Ifie Sekibo: Garlands for banking guru at 56
Ebubeagu and Igbo of Liberia
Social discourse and the Toyin Falola interviews: Matters Arising
Ignore the pessimism: COVID vaccines are quietly prevailing
From the academia, a huge male support for women leadership
APC, PDP: Who is afraid of zoning
*VANGUARD*
NiMet predicts 3 days sunshine, thunderstorms
Digital Switch-Over: FG to rollout in Lagos April 29 ‘ Lai Mohammed
NMA denies connection with banditry in Zamfara
Court sentences 23 for illegal parking, trading
NUJ lauds Okowa on infrastructure development
Lawan urges continuous prayers for Nigeria to overcome challenges
FG’s efforts on road projects in S’West deserve commendation ‘ Road users
Special Needs Students set up pop-up store from recycled materials
Suspected bandits attack Taraba council chairman, kill police orderly
Over 100 Youths brainstorm with lawmaker on governance
Ondo govt plans to create legal departments in MDAs
Adeboye visits Fayemi, condemns bandits’ attacks on traditional rulers in Ekiti
Igbo community in Abuja celebrates Okorocha’s release from EFCC custody
Suspected bandits attack Taraba council chairman, kill police orderly
El-Rufai has ‘deep empathy` for parents of abducted students ‘ Commissioner
Oil Spill: Don’t engage in ethnic conflict Rep member, Ereyitomi cautions Ijaw, Itsekiri youths
INEC trains heads of electoral operations on PUs expansion
Voter apathy mars Rivers LG election
Emmanuel Whajah ‘ Every moment is a highlight
JAMB Registrar bans parents from UTME venues
Nigeria’s Economy: What is the truth
On the alleged non-negotiability and sacrosanctity of One Nigeria (4)
Hope Uzodimma and his roads revolution
Shettima, remember Jan ‘1966
Adam and Christ: the priest at the origin and original priest
Acting in love
Sir John Ejikeme Njoku: Fragrant memories
*THISDAY*
The Currency Printing Controversy
Resolving Gas-to-Power Paradox
Inside the Demutualised Nigeria Exchange
Local Content Policy as Accelerator of Nigerias Oil and Gas Sector
Streamcent Develops Apps to Showcase African Sports Personalities
Ahmed Idris: An Administrator in Pursuit of Excellence
Theres So Much Potential in Nigeria Finland Can Tap
Ifie Sekibo: A Revered Philanthropist at 56
As Entrepreneur, I Had Breakthrough Because of My Passion
Baby Diaper Wars Nigeria
An Unusual Welcome Party for Federal Lawmakers
THE OBASEKI HERESY: Economists, Politicians and the Death of Nations
West Ham Suffer Top-four Blow in Defeat at Newcastle
FA Cup: Chelsea End Man Citys Quadruple Dream this Season
Merseyside Derby: Iwobi Says Hes Growing to Hate Liverpool
FA Cup Semis, Copa del Rey final Live on StarTimes
Aiyepeku Hails Performance of Youthful Lagos Athletes at Edo 2020
*PUNCH*
Some celebs lie about having glamorous lives DJ Cuppy
My parents dont pressurise me about marriage Ruggedman
Being an actor doesnt make life easy Kunle Remi
Not all movies should make it to cinemas Genny Uzoma
Why I cant cheat on my wife Sunny Melody
Ordeal of Cross River magistrates
Im happy and fulfilled Okunna Nigerias first female mass comm prof.
Hero documentary celebrates Igbo apprenticeship system
Focus, zero complacency ensure competitive advantage Obi
JUSUN strike: Cells overcrowded, courts shut
People think actresses cant be good wives Didi Ekanem
People need reliable, affordable access to healthcare Folake Owodunni
Akpabio, Udoedehes supremacy battle fuelling Akwa Ibom APC crisis Sam Ewang
PDP Congress: Concern over Makinde, Fayoses lingering feud
APC cant repeat Imo governorship drama in Anambra Oye, APGA chair
France to support Nigerias creative industry
World Bank, FG move to end fuel subsidy
E-payment transactions hit N60.34tn in first quarter NIBSS
Telcos seek CBN, NCC intervention over alleged USSD debt
Huawei records 3.2% profit increase despite US sanctions
Airtel, startup partner on mobile learning platform
Competitive trades distracting Nigerians from agriculture ARCN boss
Sheff Utd relegated from Premier League after Wolves defeat
Sasa: Leaders, traders in Oyo markets revive unit meetings, rejig security to avert violence
My wife wont rest until ritualists who beheaded her face justice Husband of murdered Osun food hawker
Criminals take advantage of eight-year-old boy lacking parental care
Uber, Bolt drivers lament poor pay, threaten strike Monday
My son and I are joyous that trees uprooted by rainstorm didnt kill us 82-year-old Imo widow
Three injured during clash at Osun APC meeting
Police nab mother, daughter for stabbing Delta nursing mum
Tears as Plateau varsity student who died during protest is buried
For Ogun, digital technology is the future
Teenage cultists arrested planning reprisal in Lagos school
Fighting Corruption with Technology
Transmission solenoids
Nigerias Twitter rebuke
Nigerias medicinal plants: Thaumatococcus daniellii (Ewe iran)
Restructuring fever and the Buhari factor
We cant breathe! Ogun community chokes under Chinese recycling plants fume
Young people using Indian hemp risk heart disease later in life Study
Wiping back-to-front introduces bacteria from anus into vaginaResearcher urinating after sex wont prevent infection
Why people usually insist on collecting placenta after childbirth Physicians
Can Nigeria democratise healthcare
People with mouth ulcer should avoid toothpaste containing sodium lauryl sulphate Expert
NEast govs bemoan inability to try BHaram suspects
HushD welcomes Eniola Ajao, Onyi Alex, Mike Godson
How I handle female attention Seyi Awolowo
Bimbo Ademoye, Timini Egbuson teach responsibility in Breaded Life
My love for music keeps me going Emmovich
Wavesplus debuts in Ibadan
*DAILY TIMES*
South-South Leaders: Amaechi is a great achiever
Workers strike will end soon, says NAFDAC
Oduduwa Republic: Yoruba leaders storm Ibadan
PDP backs Obasekis claim that FG printed N60bn for March allocation
IPOB alleges eastern Governors, Ohanaeze Ndigbo and others are compiling their names
Bishop Oyedepo: I hope there is no agenda to deplete the population of this nation
Damasak: Nigerian Soldiers Overpower ISWAP Top Commander, Others
Senator Shehu Sani: Uber and bolt strike on Monday will help keke napep and okada
TCN completes reconductoring of Sokoto-Birnin-Kebbi transmission line
NCAA Approves Commercial Flight Operations At Bayelsa Airport
Celebrities demand medical help for Navalny in letter to Putin
Yobe Govt donates N50m to Potiskum mosques project
Chelsea 1-0 Man City: Hakim Ziyechs goal puts Blues into FA Cup final
Transparency, integrity crucial in bitcoin trading, says BLord, Nigerias leading cryptocurrency trader
IGR: Lagos tops other states with N418.99bn in 2020
Kashcoming on a journey to conquer the industry with new vibes and unique artistry
*NEW TELEGRAPH*
Army kills five bandits, injure others during air raid in Benue
Hundreds protest Chicago police killing of 13-year-old boy
NCAA approves commercial flight operations at Bayelsa Airport
More electrical problems found on some Boeing 737 MAX
Firm offers best rates for gift card products
Okorocha’s release excites Abuja Igbo community
EPL: Sheff Utd relegated after loss to Wolves
JUST IN: Chelsea end Man City’s quadruple hopes
EPL: Newcastle beat Hammers in thriller to move nine points clear of drop
FM: Qatar aims to host COVID-free World Cup
Ikoyi Club stages tourney to end tennis clinic
New 36-team Champions League format set for final UEFA approval Monday
*BLUE PRINT*
Images from Queen Elizabeth’s husband Prince Philip’s burial
Pictures: RCCG’s Pastor Enoch Adeboye visits Ekiti gov Kayode Fayemi
Uber, Bolt drivers threaten strike if
Happening now: Emotional farewell as Queen Elizabeth’s husband Prince Philip is laid to rest
Breaking: Norwich City return to Premier League
SEC to engage Fintech, sanction operators frustrating e-dividend
NYSC: Deploy corps members to ECOWAS bloc ‘ Don
APC crisis: Group slams publicity secretary over alleged defection in Akwa Ibom
Breaking: Chelsea overcome Manchester City, zoom into FA Cup final
Nasarawa assembly declares support for Dangote sugar refinery
Police rescue kidnapped female soldier, 2 other women in Oyo
We can’t continue with bad governance ‘ PDP
EU/UN group decries low commitment to violence against women, girls’ fight
Pensioners appeal to Buhari over N35bn arrears
Access to polling units’ll usher in good voting experience ‘ INEC
Igbo not afraid of competition ‘ Ohanaeze PG
Currency printing: PDP demands finance minister’s sack
YPN laments inflation, knocks FG
Edo: PDP backs Obaseki over Nigeria’s economy comment
Female squad: NSCDC begins medical, psychological screening for personnel
*THE SUN*
Growing anxiety over insecurity and government’s inactions
Nigeria presently at war with itself ‘ Hon. Blessing Nwagba
2023: PDP’ll lose if presidency is not zoned to South ‘ Hon. Edionwele
APC, PDP bicker over planned defection
Okowa saved Nigeria’s democracy from one party, says Ishaku
Rivers LG poll peaceful, witnesses voter apathy
S’West PDP lauds Fayose’s group over decision to unite party
South West PDP lauds Fayose group over decision to unite party
Amaechi is great achiever-South-south leaders
APC, PDP quarrel over expected defection
Tokyo 2020: Japan not cancelling Games, Hashimoto insists
Musa to play for free at Kano Pillars ‘Dikko
Okagabre, Oduduru in action at Florida meet
I’m still Slavia Prague player ‘Olayinka
Rivers Hoopers acquire Festus Ezeli for BAL
Unstoppable Simy confirms he’s one of Europe’s best
Sports promoter makes case for Nigeria to host boxing title fight
Maritime workers suspend industrial action at Apapa port
Information Ministry, NDLEA to partner on illicit drug war
NCAA approves Bayelsa Airport for commercial flight operations
FMC Owerri has all it takes to be teaching hospital Health minister
Alleged NSITF N69bn fraud: Olejemes return to face charges vindicates me Ubani
PSC seeks revamp of Enugu detective college
NARD commends Ngige for resolution of doctors strike
UNN organises 1st cultural carnival
Ambodes politics is Zikist Udeogaranya, Ohanaeze chieftain
100 groups shake Ibadan for Oduduwa Republic
Dont make SEast terrorists region Bishop Okeke
We the people
All things are yours Mark 16:15 ‘ 18
Walking in freedom (11)
Divine restoration
What do men really want from women
Why impotence may result from enlarged prostate
Just us girls! No man talk
Twitter in Ghana
Doctors, strikes and deaths
How loneliness affects you
Ebubeagu: Why Southeast govs were jolted from slumber
National security: How Abuja, Lagos, PH, CCTV project was stalled
Afikpo witnessed last genocide in Biafra Ewa, author
Corruption: Elite, ordinary Nigerians must monitor projects in their communities Ezenwa, anti-corruption campaigner
Our headache living in Ajeromi council Tanko, Lagos Arewa leader
Tertiary education must focus on developing wealth creation skills Dr Ntoh, ASCETA provost
Isa Pantami: Swimming in murky waters of controversies
Magufulis worthy example
Its erroneous to believe all models are prostitutes Pelumi Babajide, beauty queen
My song, Arole ll draw men closer to God Soyesings
Lagos Catholics LACDRAFEST kicks off May
*GUARDIAN*
Atletico Madrid need Eibar win to resuscitate title challenge
Goals everywhere: Nigeria’s Iheanacho, Osimhen, Onoachu, Nwankwo are lighting Europe
Again, Wike refuses to vote at council polls
Southwest PDP commends Fayose’s group over decision to unite party
Stakeholders express cautious optimism on Nigeria’s gender parity
Currency Printing: PDP condemns alleged concealment, deceit by FG
Aggrieved APC candidates lambast Amaechi over bycott of Rivers council polls
Okowa saved Nigeria from APC’s one-party plot in 2019, says Ishaku
President Buhari now re-energised ‘ APC
Anambra governorship poll: APC schedules primary for June 26
Ramadan successes depend largely on women, says governor’s wife
How rifts over taxes crumbles AMAC’s revenue base, operations ‘ Chairman
We didn’t authorise erection of mosque beside church ‘ KPPA
Ramadan: Kano Government feeds 75,000 people daily
FTAN president ,Saleh Rabo is dead
Biden hits the golf course for first time in presidency
Prince Philip: What they said
Canadian province of Ontario strengthens, prolongs Covid lockdown
Wounded from anti-UN protests flood DR Congo hospitals
Covid-19 compared with other dealy viruses
Queen Elizabeth ll to bury her ‘strength and stay’ Prince Philip
oshua ‘100 percent’ sure fight with Fury will hold in July rr August
One killed as robbers attack Nasarawa’s sports festival team
Chelsea end Man City’s quadruple quest to reach FA Cup final
Sensational Messi scores twice as Barca beat Athletic to win Copa del Rey
Bayern Munich go seven points clear as Flick reveals quit shock
Klopp admits Liverpool under pressure in top four race
Governors amid reign of terror
Abuse of women in IDPs
Restructuring as panacea for nation building
Of lifting particulars and winning
*TRIBUNE*
Nigeria records 60 new COVID-19 infections, total now 164,207
Adeboye visits Fayemi, condemns bandits’ attacks on traditional rulers in Ekiti
Pantami renounces past controversial comments
SOS: Titilayo, orphan, requires N20m to survive chronic kidney disease
SOS: Oluwamuyiwa, 33, needs N25m to fight renal failure
Our gov should stop inducing House members to defect to PDP ‘Wunti, Bauchi Assembly spokesperson
At 66, I’m still inspired to write more for humanity ‘Okediran
Tributes: Death’too cruel a sting
Literarily, Drainage
After I led students to confront IBB at Dodan Barracks, Gaddafi invited me to Libya ‘Ex-Ekiti AG
Is Makinde aware of this
Nigeria: Racing back to 1967
Okediran releases advocacy novellas on gender-based violence
N60b bazaar: Emefiele don get alert, God win
Transcendence: Taking outstanding talents higher
As angry PDP governors tackle Buhari, APC in Makurdi
*SPORTS*
Aiyepeku Hails Performance of Youthful Lagos Athletes at Edo 2020 – Thisday
Another great Lewis Hamilton qualifying lap & another political row in F1 – BBC
Arsenal are too reliant on Saka and Smith Rowe, admits Mikel Arteta – Yahoo
Athletic Bilbao 0-4 Barcelona: Lionel Messi scores twice as Barca win Copa del Rey – BBC
Atletico Madrid need Eibar win to resuscitate title challenge – Guardian
Bayern Munich bounce back as Barcelona blitz Bilbao to bag Copa del Rey – Yahoo
Bayern Munich go seven points clear as Flick reveals quit shock – Guardian
Belgium: Super Onuachu Fires Brace In Genk’s Defeat To Antwerp – Complete Sports
Blunted Blades are relegated ‘ where did it all go wrong for Sheffield United – Yahoo
Bo Nix, Team Auburn Beat Team Tigers 17-3 in 2021 Auburn Spring Game – Bleacher Report
BREAKING: Barcelona Win Copa Del Rey – Daily Independent
Brendan Rodgers ignores whispers of collapse as Leicester size up Wembley – Yahoo
Brewers’ Christian Yelich to Be Placed on IL with Back Injury – Bleacher Report
Celtics Beat Warriors in 119-114 Thriller Despite Stephen Curry’s 47 Points – Bleacher Report
Celtics Rumors: Brad Stevens Wasn’t Open to 7-Year, $70M Indiana Contract Offer – Bleacher Report
Chelsea 1-0 Man City: Did Thomas Tuchel win tactical battle with Pep Guardiola – BBC
Chelsea 1-0 Man City: Hakim Ziyechs goal puts Blues into FA Cup final – Daily Times
Chelsea end Man City’s quadruple quest to reach FA Cup final – Guardian
Daniel Farke dedicates Norwich’s return to Premier League to supporters – Yahoo
Demetrius Andrade beats Liam Williams to retain WBO world middleweight title – BBC
Demetrius Andrade Wants Gennady Golovkin, Jermall Charlo After Win vs. Williams – Bleacher Report
Don’t say we didn’t pay attention’ – Pep dismisses carelessness suggestions after Man City crash out of FA Cup – Goal
Drakkar Klose Out of UFC Fight vs. Jeremy Stephens After Weigh-In Injury – Bleacher Report
EPL: Newcastle beat Hammers in thriller to move nine points clear of drop – New Telegraph
EPL: Sheff Utd relegated after loss to Wolves – New Telegraph
FA Cup Semis, Copa del Rey final Live on StarTimes – Thisday
FA Cup: Chelsea End Man Citys Quadruple Dream this Season – Thisday
FM: Qatar aims to host COVID-free World Cup – New Telegraph
Fred VanVleet: This Season ‘Most Un-Pure Year of Basketball,’ All About Business – Bleacher Report
Fulham boss Scott Parker demands energy and resilience against Arsenal – Yahoo
Goals everywhere: Nigeria’s Iheanacho, Osimhen, Onoachu, Nwankwo are lighting Europe – Guardian
Guardiola Gives Injury Update On De Bruyne – Daily Independent
Hansi Flick wants to leave Bayern Munich at end of season amid Germany speculation – Yahoo
How Matthew McConaughey’s wife ‘injected’ soccer into his blood – CNN
I plan to have six more children, says Anthony Joshua – The Cable
I’m still Slavia Prague player ‘Olayinka – The Sun
Ikoyi Club stages tourney to end tennis clinic – New Telegraph
Jaylen Brown out for Celtics vs. Warriors with Non-COVID-19 Illness – Bleacher Report
Jurgen Klopp: Liverpool’s big-game experience will be vital in top-four pursuit – Yahoo
JUST IN: Chelsea end Man City’s quadruple hopes – New Telegraph
Katie Boulter seals Great Britain victory over Mexico in Billie Jean King Cup playoff – Yahoo
Kedon Slovis Leads Team Cardinal to Win vs. Team Gold in 2021 USC Spring Game – Bleacher Report
Klopp admits Liverpool under pressure in top four race – Guardian
Lakers Reportedly Won’t Visit White House When They Play Wizards on April 28 – Bleacher Report
Lewis Hamilton sees off the Red Bulls to seize his 99th Formula One pole – CNN
Mario J. Lacy Sr. in Custody After Shooting at Basketball Tournament in Ohio – Bleacher Report
Merseyside Derby: Iwobi Says Hes Growing to Hate Liverpool – Thisday
Messi Bags Brace As Barca Hammer Bilbao, Extend Record Copa del Rey Title Win – Complete Sports
Messi breaks Copa del Rey final scoring record with brace vs Athletic – Goal
Messi hits brace as Barcelona win first trophy in two years – The Cable
Messi stars as Barcelona thrash Athletic Bilbao to lift Copa del Rey – Yahoo
Moffi’s double not enough as Marseille edge Lorient in five-goal thriller – Goal
Musa to play for free at Kano Pillars ‘Dikko – The Sun
Myles Brennan, Max Johnson Shine as White Beats Purple in 2021 LSU Spring Game – Bleacher Report
Nedbank Cup: How Mamelodi Sundowns could start against Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila – Goal
New 36-team Champions League format set for final UEFA approval Monday – New Telegraph
Norwich City secure promotion back to English Premier League – The Cable
Okagabre, Oduduru in action at Florida meet – The Sun
One killed as robbers attack Nasarawa’s sports festival team – Guardian
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