Nigerian Newspaper Review – Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Good morning, Headlineswave readers! Here’s your daily roundup of ten fresh and verified headlines across Nigeria’s top publishers—no repeats, no stale content.
1.At Least 13 Worshipers Killed in Mosque Attack in Katsina
“Gunmen attacked a mosque in northwestern Nigeria during morning prayers, killing at least 13 people.” Source: Associated Press via AP News
2.Court Adjourns Bail Hearing for Owo Church Attack Suspects
The court has postponed its ruling on bail for five men accused in the deadly Owo church massacre, now set for September 10. Source: Reuters
3.25 Rescued After Boat Capsizes in Sokoto; 25 Still Missing
A boat carrying around 50 people capsized in Sokoto State; 25 have been rescued, but 25 are still missing. Source: Reuters
4.Nigerians Spend $10 Billion Annually on Food Imports
Agricultural imports, including wheat and fish, cost Nigeria an estimated $10 billion every year. Source: Daily Nigerian
5.Court Freezes Bank Accounts Linked to Ex-NNPCL Boss Mele Kyari
An Abuja court has ordered the freezing of four Jaiz Bank accounts associated with ex-NNPCL chief Mele Kyari amid alleged fraud probes. Source: Vanguard
6.Pettysave Launches “Genius App” for Financial Empowerment
Pettysave Microfinance Bank unveiled the Genius App, a fintech tool offering savings, credit, and business services to support Nigerians economically. Source: The Guardian (Business)
7.Cattle Rustlers Arrested, 27 Cows Recovered in Kaduna
Police in Kaduna State arrested 13 suspected cattle rustlers and recovered 27 cows along the Kaduna–Abuja expressway. Source: The Guardian (Metro)
8.NCC and Banks Join Up to Address Electronic Payment Failures
The Nigerian Communications Commission and banks announced new measures to halt frustrating failures in electronic payments. Source: The Guardian (Business)
9.NNPP to Decide on Coalition or Tinubu’s Re-election at August 28 NEC Meeting
The NNPP will decide whether to join a coalition or support President Tinubu’s re-election at its NEC meeting on August 28. Source: TheCablle
10.Manufacturers Go Local Amid Currency Turmoil
Nigerian manufacturers increased local sourcing to 57% in 2024 to counter naira volatility and rising costs. Source: Financial Times (via FT summary)
