Nigerian Newspaper Review for Today — Tuesday, August 19, 2025
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1) UNICEF seeks ₦240bn for lifesaving aid in Nigeria
UNICEF has sounded the alarm on a looming humanitarian funding gap and is seeking ₦240 billion to keep critical nutrition, health and protection programmes running.
Source: The Punch (Healthwise).
2) US praises Nigerian security forces over capture of top Ansaru leaders
Washington lauded Nigeria’s recent counter-terrorism breakthrough, hailing the arrest of two globally wanted Ansaru commanders.
Source: Premium Times.
3) FG: 3 million Nigerians displaced by floods and insecurity
The Federal Government expressed concern over a worsening humanitarian outlook, noting over 3 million internally displaced persons across the country.
Source: The Nation.
4) Renewed Hope housing: 10,112 units in progress, 250,000+ jobs
Housing Minister Ahmed Dangiwa says ongoing projects under the programme have created over 250,000 jobs nationwide.
Source: THISDAY.
5) RMAFC to review revenue allocation formula — first major change in 33 years
The commission will revisit how federation revenue is shared among tiers of government, its first significant overhaul since the early 1990s.
Source: TheCable.
6) NSIB to assume maritime accident investigations from NIMASA
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau says it will take over maritime accident probes to strengthen safety accountability.
Source: Vanguard.
7) Lagos, Oyo, Ogun declare Wednesday public holiday for Isese Day
Three South-West states announced August 20 as a public holiday to mark this year’s Isese cultural celebration.
Source: Daily Trust.
8) 62 kidnapped victims regain freedom after NAF strikes in Katsina
A Nigerian Air Force operation on a bandits’ camp in Danmusa area enabled 62 hostages to escape, officials said.
Source: Channels TV.
9) Non-oil export push: FirstBank hosts Agric & Export Conference in Lagos
With FX diversification in focus, industry leaders meet today to boost Nigeria’s non-oil export capacity.
Source: BusinessDay.
10) Stakeholders: Nigeria’s legal landscape now more investment-friendly
Experts cite regulatory reforms — including updates in the electricity sector — as improving the business climate.
Source: The Guardian.
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