Today’s Newspaper Review — Sunday, 31 August 2025
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1.Vanguard
Fubara returns to office in three weeks — Wike.
This sgnifies progress as emergency rule nears its expiry.
2.The Punch
North-East governors raise alarm over looming floods and food crisis.
Climate-related threats intensify, highlighting regional vulnerability to food insecurity and urgent need for mitigation.
3.Daily Post
Troops neutralise 12 terrorists, recover weapons in North-East.
Security forces score a tactical win against terrorism, reinforcing counterinsurgency efforts in volatile zones.
4.Premium Times
Two dead in another Sokoto boat mishap — third this month.
Another tragic water accident emphasizes recurring safety failures in riverine communities.
5 P.M. News
Tinubu felicitates Bishop Matthew Kukah on his 73rd birthday.
A rare moment of unanimity—religious respect crossing political lines.
6.BusinessDay
2027: Jonathan, Atiku and experts point way forward for Nigeria’s electoral crisis.
Key figures signal an emerging dialogue on Nigeria’s path forward post-2027, amid growing public disillusionment with current leadership.
7.The Nation
Police engage hoodlums in 15-hour gun duel; security ops ongoing in Anambra.
An indicator of continued unrest in the southeast, putting pressure on regional security apparatus.
8.The Guardian (Nigeria)
TCN clarifies incident at Onitsha sub-region, denies explosion claim.
A correction in the records—working electricity restored, dispelling rumors of outages or damage.
9.Daily Trust
Tinubu extends tenure of Customs Comptroller-General.
A strategic move that retains institutional expertise amid reforms across the revenue sector.
10.NaijaNews
Colombian Vice-President Francia Márquez arrives in Abuja for a three-day visit.
Emphasizing Nigeria’s sustained engagement with Latin America and growing diplomatic ties.
