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Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Thursday, 24th July, 2025
Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Thursday, 24th July, 2025
1. President Tinubu Writes House Of Reps, Seeks Approval For Extra $47 Million For Lagos-Calabar Coastal Project
President Bola Tinubu has written to the House of Representatives, seeking their approval to amend the 2025-2026 Federal Government External Borrowing Plan to address financial shortfalls.
The request by President Tinubu was contained in a letter signed by Finance Minister, Wale Edun and read by Speaker of the House, Abbas Tajudeen, during plenary on Wednesday.
Naija News reports that the letter indicates an additional $ 47 million is needed for the Lagos-Calabar coastal highway project, which has risen from $ 700 million to $ 747 million.
Also, the $300 million Nigeria Universal Communication Access Project aims to provide mobile communication access to over 21 million people across 4,834 unconnected communities, particularly in remote and underserved areas, through the deployment of 7,000 telecommunication towers.
It would be recalled that the Federal Government had, about two weeks ago, announced that it had secured a $747 million loan to fund the first phase of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project.
The Ministry of Finance noted that the funding arrangement, coordinated by Deutsche Bank, is the largest of its kind ever secured by Nigeria for a road infrastructure project.
2. 2027: Coalition Is An Aberration, You Are Going To A Party That Has No Office – Gov Mohammed Tells Atiku, Others
Bauchi State Governor and Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party Governors Forum, Bala Mohammed, has criticized the decision of some members who decided to quit the party and join the coalition-led African Democratic Congress (ADC).
He said leaving the PDP for the ADC is a political miscalculation and an anomaly.
Governor Mohammed described such a move to quit the PDP with its structures and legacy for the ADC-coalition without offices as a malady.
Naija News reports that the Bauchi Governor made the submission on Wednesday while speaking at the Consultative Conference of PDP Founding Fathers and Stakeholders in Abuja, themed “Reclaiming Our Legacy, Renewing Our Collective Vision.”
He, however, told the defectors, including former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, ex-Senate President David Mark and others who left PDP for ADC, that they still have the opportunity to retrace their steps and return to the party.
The Bauchi State Governor, however, stated that the PDP would not allow any of its members to be in two places at the same time.
He charged that it is either the politicians remain committed to the PDP or they quit the party altogether, noting that the PDP won’t allow the indiscipline of remaining in the party and working for the coalition.
3. Peter Obi: Where Do You Get The Power To Bar A Nigerian Citizen From Visiting A State? – Lawmakers Challenge Okpebholo
The South East Senate Caucus has warned that the statement by the Governor of Edo State, Monday Okpebholo, asking former presidential candidate, Peter Obi, to seek security clearance before visiting the state is dangerous and unconstitutional.
Speaking via a statement issued by the caucus chairman, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe (APGA, Abia South), the lawmakers said Okpebholo’s restriction directly challenges Nigeria’s unity and is a brazen attack on the constitution.
He warned that Nigeria remains a constitutional democracy where the rights of citizens, including freedom of movement and association, are protected by law, and no governor has the authority to override these rights.
Senator Abaribe, through his media adviser Uchenna Awom, insisted that Okpebolo’s actions were illegal and could fuel divisions and threaten Nigeria’s democratic stability.
He further reminded Governor Okpebolo, that “Nigeria belongs to all of us,” and cautioned him against usurping powers not granted to him by law.
4. NNPCL Slashes Petrol Price Again
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has reduced the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), popularly known as fuel or petrol to ₦890 per litre, marking the second downward review in less than one week.
The latest development was observed across multiple NNPCL retail outlets in Abuja on Wednesday, July 23.
Naija News reports that the price slash reflects a ₦5 per litre drop from the previous ₦895 pump price.
Daily Post claimed to have observed filling stations along Kubwa Expressway, Gwarimpa, Wuse Zone 4, and other major parts of the Federal Capital Territory adjusted their pump meters on Wednesday morning to reflect the new pricing.
The move comes barely a week after the state-owned oil company first introduced a retail price reduction for petrol, an indication that the company may be responding to recent developments in the local supply and distribution value chain.
While NNPCL stations now sell at ₦890 per litre, major retailers linked to the Dangote Petroleum Refinery, including AP Ardova, Optima, MRS, and Bovas, were seen dispensing fuel at a slightly cheaper rate of ₦885 per litre.
Industry observers say the pricing gap may be linked to supply source advantages and efficiency in distribution from the newly operational Dangote Refinery.
5. Amaechi Reveals Coalition Leaders’ Agreement On ADC Presidential Candidate
Former Minister of Transportation, Rotimi Amaechi, has stated that the opposition coalition leaders have agreed to support anyone who emerges as the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) for the 2027 general elections.
Naija News reports that Amaechi made this known on Wednesday while addressing journalists in Port Harcourt, the capital of Rivers State.
Amaechi explained that the opposition leaders were optimistic that the process leading to the emergence of the party’s flagbearer would be transparent, free, and fair.
He said, “The moment anybody emerges from the primary, all of us will support; that’s the agreement. We insist on a free and fair, transparent primary.”
The two-term governor of Rivers State also lamented the hunger and hardship ravaging Nigerians in the current administration of President Bola Tinubu.
6. ‘Senseless’ – FG Condemns Latest Killing Of Nigerians In S/Africa
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) has described the killing of two Nigerian Traders in South Africa by “unknown gunmen” as intolerable and senseless with a call to fish out the culprits.
In a statement to Naija News, the Commission’s Spokesperson, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, disclosed that NiDCOM boss, Abike Dabiri, said the Nigerian High Commission in South Africa is looking into the matter.
Dabiri-Erewa said this latest unprovoked killing is condemnable and barbaric, calling on South African authorities to thoroughly investigate the matter and expose the perpetrators.
She recalled that the early warning mechanism put in place by both countries to prevent such killings is yet to be implemented by South Africa.
The NiDCOM Boss condoled with the families of the deceased, assuring them that justice will be served.
Naija News gathered gathered that two Nigerians simply identified as Austin and Ayo were shot dead by masked gunmen in Durban, South Africa.
According to unconfirmed reports, the gunmen stormed Austin’s office, shot him and his visiting friend, Ayo at a close range with both dead on the spot.
7. ‘Stop Relying On Fasting And Prayer To Solve Your Problems’ – Tonto Dikeh
Nollywood actress cum politician, Tonto Dikeh, has urged people to stop relying only on fasting and prayer for problems that require practical knowledge and action.
The mother of one shared the advice in a social media post, warning against neglecting work and financial responsibilities in the name of spiritual routines.
Tonto stressed that sources of income should never be joked with, pointing out that while love may not always last, hunger is a constant visitor.
Naija News reports that she encouraged people to take their hustle seriously because bills never stop coming.
She wrote: “Don’t waste time fasting and praying about something you need knowledge to solve. Never joke with your sources of income. Love may come and go, but hunger visits every day. Take your hustle seriously because you’ll never stop paying bills in this world.”
8. ‘Whether Music Gives Me Money Or Not, I’m Still Happy Doing It’ – CDQ
Nigerian rapper, Sodiq Abubakar Yusuf, popularly known as CDQ, has revealed that he finds fulfilment in music irrespective of the financial outcome.
Naija News reports that the ‘Nowo Soke’ crooner, in a recent interview with the Echo Room, said he became a banker to fulfil his late father’s wish.
CDQ said he decided to quit the banking job and focus on music after he found himself writing lyrics during work hours instead of doing his job.
According to the rapper, he could not tell any member of his family when he ran away from home to stay with music producer, Masterkraft.
CDQ said he told Masterkraft that they should focus on music, assuring him that a breakthrough would occur within six months.
He stated that their breakthrough came within six months after they secured a deal and relocated from the ghetto to Lekki.
9. Marcus Rashford Joins Barcelona from Manchester United
Manchester United forward, Marcus Rashford, has completed a season-long loan move to Spanish giants, Barcelona earlier today, July 23.
Marcus Rashford, 27, joins the La Liga side on an initial 12-month loan, with Barcelona having the option to make the deal permanent for £30.3 million in 2026.
As part of the agreement, Barcelona will cover the entirety of Rashford’s wages, after the player agreed to take a pay cut. The move is expected to save Manchester United between £14 million and £15 million over the next year.
Rashford trained with his new teammates for the first time on Tuesday and is expected to be included in the squad travelling to Japan on Thursday for Barcelona’s pre-season tour of Asia.
This will be Rashford’s first experience outside the Premier League and his second loan spell since falling out of favour at Manchester United.
He previously spent the second half of last season on loan at Aston Villa, where he made 17 appearances and earned a recall to the England national team.
10. ‘It Feels Like Home’ – Tosin Adarabioyo Visits Nigeria For The First Time, Speaks On Playing For Super Eagles
Chelsea football player, Tosin Adarabioyo, has expressed deep satisfaction with his decision to visit Nigeria.
Speaking on Wednesday during an interview with Arise News, Adarabioyo, who is visiting Nigeria for the first time in his life, said he felt at home immediately upon arrival.
He added that he felt calm and very special the moment he stepped off the plane and has been enjoying a warm reception since arrival in the country.
On the possibility of playing for the Super Eagles, Adarabioyo stated that it’s an issue he is still thinking about and has yet to make a final decision about it.
That’s the top Nigerian newspaper headlines for today. Read more Nigerian news on Naija News. See you again tomorrow.
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