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NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR SUNDAY 6TH DECEMBER 2020
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THE NATION
Arrest and imprisonment ruined my crayfish business Obasanjo
Theres nothing to laugh at anymore, and everything to heave at!
A new roadmap for the Niger DeltaOhanaeze Ndigbo: Why the cap fits Osuagwu
Anambra 2021: Who will fly PDPs flag
Zoning does not guarantee winning Azubogu
Insecurity: Why Nigeria is under Siege
US drops reciprocity fees for Nigerian visa applicants
2023: PDP governors to meet Jonathan, Atiku, others
The Milkmaid: All you need to know about Nigerias representative at Oscars
AMAA 2020: Stella Damasus returns to contest for Best Actress in Africa
I was once a taxi driver, says Woli Agba
Eastern Nigerian International Film Festival holds maiden edition
By-elections tragedy in Bayelsa as four policemen drown
WHO, ISMPH task media on authentic reporting during pandemic
COVID-19: Africas GDP to decline by over $230b in 2020, says Adesina
Why I backed Buhari, rejected Jonathan in 2015, by Amaechi
Air Peace receives aircraft after maintenance
#EndSARS: Govt urged to compensate all victims families
Borno killings: Sule advises Buhari to adopt other options to end insurgency
Omo-Agege gets Pace Award nomination
World Soil Day: Stakeholders call for protection of soil biodiversity
If i were President Buhari..
VANGUARD
No COVID-19 palliatives in my Lagos residence ‘ Abike Dabiri
EU, Britain give Brexit talks another chance after negotiation pause
Harry Akande’s death great loss to Oyo ‘ Makinde
By-election: police deploys 657 personnel, voting exercise peaceful, says CP
Police rescue 3 officers abducted in Ogun
Soldiers, police foil bandit attack on Kaduna community ‘ Commissioner
Soldiers, police foil bandit attack on Kaduna community
Police rescue three out of four officers abducted in Ogun
Trump to appear in Georgia in gamble over control of US Senate
By-election: Abiru clears all 19 wards in Ikorodu, Lagos
Buhari calls for ECOWAS commitment as AfCFTA begins Jan 2021
Lagos East senatorial by-election: APC’s Abiru wins in Epe
Herders/ Farmers conflict: CDD to support Nasarawa, Benue, Plateau
2023: More facts on Umahi’s defection
As hope rises on COVID-19 vaccines
ICC and the Lekki Tollgate shooting
2023: APC, ADC to merge in Adamawa
APC chieftain condemns attacks on Umahi over defection
Lagos by-election: PDP senatorial candidate wins polling unit
Enugu by-election: CSOs laud INEC, voters for good conduct
BAYELSA WEST: Violence mars exercise at Ekeremor, Sagbama
Lagos bye-election: Gbadamosi kicks over result
Lagos bye-elections: Low voters’ turn out in Ikorodu, Kosofe
Lagos East Senatorial by-election: APC in early lead
By-elections: We must keep strategizing, E-voting way forward ‘ Ayade
Bayelsa Bye-elections: Gov Diri predicts victory for PDP
Lagos by-election: Gbadamosi votes in Ikorodu, seeks end to electoral violence
Enugu by-election commences hitch-free, peacefully
Lagos East Senatorial by-election: Apathy as PDP senatorial candidate cast vote
Lagos by-election: PDP’s Babatunde Gbadamosi cast his vote
Ghana’s two main candidates in Monday’s presidential election sign peace pact
Dr. Caise holds two live empowerment sessions
I didn’t have sense, I rejected Ned Nwoko when I was younger ‘ BBNaija’s Princess laments
Futility of shaming the shameless(2)
Prayer ahead of 2023
Witchcraft in the Church
LAUTECH Teaching Hospital now UNIOSUN Teaching Hospital
Stigma, discrimination hindering people from owning up to HIV status ‘ CHISAN
THISDAY
All Eyes on CBN to Goose Growth
NNAMDI OKONKWO: Fidelity Banks Growth Trajectory Will Be Sustained
LAIDE AGBOOLA: We Need Supportive Policies, Economic Laws to Resolve Shelter Deficits
Modular Refineries: Still a Drop in the Ocean
New Diaspora Inflow Policy, a Game-changer
Lafarge Africa: Delivering Environmental Sustainability through Maiganga Wetlands and Agric Ecology Projects
More Millionaires Emerge in Pure Bliss Promo
In Zabarmari, Nigeria Dies!
Another #EndSARS Protest
Maina: A Serial Fugitive
Its Time to Engage Mercenaries
For Umahi, the Battle Isnt Over Yet
Test-running Imos Criminal Justice Law 2020
From National Assembly, An Unusual Invitation
In Two Years, Oyetola Has Been Purposeful, Focused
Its Truly Sad to Hear These Children Tell You How Much…
Emelumba: Okorocha Almost Ruined Imo State
Asiwaju Tinubus Magnetic Pull and the Force of Nature
Dog Gone News
Professional Side of Bichi
Harvest of Terror and Excuses
Dad and Daughter Relationship Unlocked in Abanobis New Book
Pinnick at 50: His Journey to Pinnacle of Nigerian Football
Solskjaer Admits Error Not Substituting Fred Before Red Card
La Liga, Serie A Continue this Weekend Live on GOtv
PUNCH
As a writer, I value originality Akinpelumi
Even as a king, Elegushi still romantic Olori Sekinat
Constitution amendment suffers setback as Senate fails to fund panel
Its disappointing Nigeria cant produce small arms, light weapons for its armed forces Fayomi, former ambassador to France
Rancour in Kwara APC 18 months after the Otoge revolution
Family seeks help for apprentice tailor suffering from jaw tumour
NIS promises better service
Rivers, pensioners disagree over unpaid gratuities
My sister was reluctant to make the trip that claimed her life Brother of ex-Bauchi commissioner who died in auto crash
Im still in pain, my kids forced out of school after cops shot me Umuahia bricklayer
Therell be hunger if recession lasts longer Ibrahim, All Farmers Association of Nigeria factional President
How we were deceived, lured to Ogun baby factories Pregnant teenagers
Bye-election: Senate is not a place for jokers, says Diri
Juventus hit back to beat Torino
Supporting NITDA to deepen technology in Nigeria
FG accelerating industrial production, backward integration
Sterling Bank named best workplace in Nigeria
FG expects over 500,000 jobs from cashew production
PIBll reduce multiple taxation in oil sector FG
Discos owe N416.94bn in nine months, says NBET
US gives reasons for removing reciprocity visa fees for Nigerians
Panel uncovers names of dead workers, retirees on Kogi payroll
US university denies offering Ganduje appointment
52 northern groups convene security meeting in Kaduna
Bye-elections: Low turnout in eight states, violence in Bayelsa, Enugu
Pension: Delta, Edo spend over N842m on two convicted ex-govs
Service chiefs: Senate leadership may meet Buhari this week
Osun renames LAUTECH Teaching Hospital
#EndSARS: Cleric seeks compensation for the dead, injured
Obasanjo meets farmers, asks Nigerians to assist govt in wealth creation
Crisis: Tenure extension, party discipline top agenda as APC NEC meets Tuesday
Why I turned down Jonathans offers to remain in PDP Amaechi
Twelve nurses, midwives arrested over strike in Delta
2023: Shettima confident APC will resolve zoning crisis
Herdsmen, villagers fight over grazing land in Yobe
Makinde mourns as ex-presidential aspirant, Harry Akande, dies
Coalition of lawyers demands public hearing on PIB
Institute warns against wastage, poor spending
Why Nigeria submitted ratified AfCTA instrument to AU FG
Group begins FoI campaign to seek transparency
UK, EU to reconvene Brexit talks Sunday
Harry Akandes death great loss to Oyo Makinde
S-West rail plan, model for regional cooperation
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THE SUN
2023 presidency: North ready to give up power ‘ Sani, ex-ACF scribe
Why Buhari won’t change Service Chiefs ‘ Senator Hanga
Reasons Nigeria needs new constitution ‘ Dr Tunde Oseni
Single term will foster national unity ‘ Amakiri, YPP national chair
Umahi unfair to PDP on reasons for leaving party ‘ Amb. Frank Ogbuewu
By-election: Dickson, Diri, Lalong, Ayade, others, laud peaceful conduct, large turnout
Ohanaeze presidency: Constitution has no consensus candidate provision ‘ Don
Imo North: I’m contesting with two candidates ‘ Okewulonu
NASS bye-election: Electoral materials burnt in Agbere and Agoro
Arum fires KO warning against Joshua in Pulev fight
Caf Champions League: Simba sends Plateau United packing
Sterling Bank emerges Overall Best Workplace in Nigeria
Standard Chartered appoints Yetunde Oni, CEO Standard Chartered Sierra Leone
Brisk Capital investment to unveil 10 new subsidiaries
Regional trade: FG ratifies AfCFTA
Lagos By-Election: Abiru clears all 19 wards in Ikorodu
Yoruba believe in unity of Nigeria Oyetola
Itll be unreasonable for any Northerner to aspire to be president in 2023 Dan Nwanyanwu
Nigeria is the best
Visa application: US removes reciprocity fees for Nigerians
Obasanjo to showcase aquaculture facility to Gov Abiodun December 29
GOtv Iconic Tour with Laycon hits Uyo
#EndSARS: Cleric tasks Sanwo-Olu on compensation for victims
Experts lament exclusion of natural capital from Nigerias accounting system
Insecurity: We wont drop agitation for Service Chiefs sack, group vows
Why time flies in the cities
I belong to the old school of thought that believe in upholding our traditional values
Politics of insecurity
Buhari, beasts and blood
Politicians, men of means and dirty sexual escapades
Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD) & acid reflux
Soon Nigerias Kamala Harris will break political glass ceiling Pastor Monisola Olorunponmi
Muhammadu Buhari: A president and his many challenges
Disaster looms in Lagos
Farm massacre: Zabarmari residents still in shock
Recession: What Nigerians should do to survive Dr Bello, development economist
Glossy Facebook, Instagram photos of my friends abroad lured me into slavery in Libya Patrick
Close shave: Bizmans family in miraculous escape from midnight fire kindled by evil apprentice
Checking the diabetes scourge
Why my family supports my being a nudist Amara Maduka, actress
Ex-Deejay, Dr. Caise to hold live empowerment sessions
Ive a mission to positively impact the entertainment world Emmanuel Alade
GUARDIAN
As Ghanaians go to the polls tomorrow
Trust the process, says Lampard as Chelsea take premier league top spot
Plateau United, Kano Pillars crash out of CAF competitions
FIBA unveils logo for 2023 Basketball World Cup
I’ve lost seven family members to COVID-19, says Basketball Star
Man Utd put on second-half show for fans’ return
Mueller double rescues Bayern Munich in 3-3 home draw with Leipzig
Juventus hit back to beat Bologna
Brisk Capital Investment to unveil 10 new subsidiaries
Let’s hail #Bring-Back-Jonathan patriots
Driving the point home
Freedom of information as means to an end
How graduates can generate self-employment
Police arrest 18-year-old boy, three others for killing Bauchi lawmaker
How banks, Telcos frustrated consumers during #EndSARS protests
Voter apathy mars Lagos, East, Plateau South, Cross River North senatorial elections
Beyond rhetoric of patronising locally assembled cars
Hydropower generation: Gurara, Kashimbila dams up for concession
Agency to strengthen health system in 2021
WARIF raises awareness on rape, sexual violence
Oyebade now 40th district 9110 governor
Some Black Friday incentives meant to extort consumers, says group
Why more investment should be made in agric sector’ Council boss
SPORTS
49ers’ Trent Williams: COVID-19 Diagnosis ‘Toughest Thing I Ever Had to Do – Bleacher Report
Alvaro Negredo winner sees Barcelona slip up again – Yahoo
Ancelotti to invite Mourinho for drink after Marine FA Cup tie – New Telegraph
Arum fires KO warning against Joshua in Pulev fight – The Sun
Barack Obama’s HS Basketball Jersey Sale Breaks LeBron James’ Record at Auction – Bleacher Report
Barcelona have taken a giant step backwards in La Liga – Koeman – Goal
Barcelona slump to worst La Liga start in over 30 years after Cadiz loss – Goal
Brentford welcome fans to new stadium for first time since move from Griffin Park – Yahoo
Cadiz 2-1 Barcelona: Ronald Koeman’s side suffer shock loss at promoted side – BBC
Caf Champions League: Simba sends Plateau United packing – The Sun
Chelsea 3-1 Leeds United: Blues go top after comeback win in front of fans – BBC
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard faces wait to see extent of Hakim Ziyech hamstring injury – Yahoo
Chelsea come from behind against Leeds to go top of Premier League table – Yahoo
Chelsea give fans perfect homecoming gift with a transformed team top of the Premier League – Yahoo
Chelsea go top of Premier League with comeback victory over Leeds – Yahoo
Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud hails significance of Leeds win: ‘They’re one of the best teams I’ve faced – Yahoo
Christian Pulisic ensures Chelsea victory over Leeds as Blues go top of Premier League – Yahoo
Conte: Lukaku can still get stronger and become one of the best strikers in the world – Goal
Dad and Daughter Relationship Unlocked in Abanobis New Book – Thisday
David McGoldrick: Sheffield United’s system doesn’t need a wrecking ball – Yahoo
David Moyes disappointed over decision to allow Man Utd’s opening goal – Yahoo
Doc Rivers Urged Son Austin to Sign with Knicks over 76ers in NBA Free Agency – Bleacher Report
Dominick Cruz vs. Casey Kenney Fight Reportedly Set for UFC 259 – Bleacher Report
England v France: Avenging England set sights on winning Autumn Nations Cup – BBC
EPL: Chelsea put down stubborn Leeds to go top – New Telegraph
EPL: Man City outclass Fulham 2-0, go fourth – New Telegraph
EPL: Man United stage another fightback to beat Hammers – New Telegraph
EPL: Man United stage another fightback to beat Hammers, go fourth – New Telegraph
EPL: Mourinho fires fresh dig at Guardiola, Klopp – New Telegraph
EPL: Spurs host Arsenal in another North London blockbuster – New Telegraph
Failure to qualify Flying Eagles for U-20 AFCON my worst moment Amuneke – Punch
Fans at Millwall boo players taking a knee on return to stadium – CNN
Fantasy Football Week 13 Rankings: Each Position’s Flex and PPR Projections – Bleacher Report
FC Barcelona lose again in LaLiga after errors gift Cadiz shock win – Yahoo
FIBA unveils logo for 2023 Basketball World Cup – Guardian
FIFA approves maternity leave for women players – The Cable
FIFA approves maternity leave for women players – New Telegraph
Footballers waking up to societal issues and making a difference, says Juan Mata – Yahoo
Frank Lampard hails fans’ return, but what impact does home support really have – BBC
Frank Lampard staying grounded amid title talk as Chelsea go top of table – Yahoo
Guardiola explains decision not to make any substitutions in Man City’s win over Fulham – Goal
He has an incredible gift’ – Lampard delighted by Pulisic return – Goal
How to watch Premier League in India: TV, live stream, fixtures & teams – Goal
I play with serenity’ – Giroud revelling in Chelsea form as he praises Leeds – Goal
I’ve lost seven family members to COVID-19, says Basketball Star – Guardian
ISL 2020-21: Ashutosh Mehta – Gerard Nus is a man with a plan – Goal
ISL 2020-21: FC Goa vs Kerala Blasters – TV channel, stream, kick-off time & match preview – Goal
It’s a liberation!’ – Mbappe relieved to score 100th PSG goal – Goal
Judd Trump hopes to have saved his best for UK Championship final – Yahoo
Justin Fields Powers No. 4 Ohio State to Commanding 52-12 Win over MSU – Bleacher Report
Juventus hit back to beat Bologna – Guardian
Kellen Mond Totals 3 TDs as No. 5 Texas A&M Survives Auburn’s Upset Bid – Bleacher Report
Kings’ Buddy Hield ‘Never Had a Problem with Nobody’ Despite Trade Rumors – Bleacher Report
Klopp singles out Chelsea as Premier League favourites – Goal
La Liga, Serie A Continue this Weekend Live on GOtv – Thisday
Lakers’ LeBron James Will Give Anthony Davis No. 23 Jersey for 2021-22 Season – Bleacher Report
Liverpool’s fit and firing front three ready to give Wolves a stern test – Yahoo
LPGA Volunteers of America Classic: Charley Hull one shot off the lead – BBC
Man Utd put on second-half show for fans’ return – Guardian
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Ignore Fake February 2 Sit-at-Home Order, IPOB Lawyer Tells South-East Residents
A human rights lawyer and lead counsel for the Indigenous People of Biafra, Sir Ifeanyi Ejiofor, has urged South-East residents to completely ignore what he described as a “fraudulent” sit-at-home order allegedly scheduled for Monday, February 2, 2026, by a faction of the group.
Recall that the pro-Biafran group, through its spokesman Emma Powerful, had directed a sit-at-home on February 2 across the region in solidarity with traders at the Onitsha Main Market.
Powerful said the total shutdown in Biafraland is a direct, peaceful, and unified response to the actions of Anambra State Governor, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, who ordered the closure of the Onitsha Main Market for one week.
But in a counter statement released on Saturday, Ejiofor said the source behind the directive, operating under the guise of “Emma Powerful,” has been compromised and is acting against the collective interest of Ndi-Igbo.
He insisted that IPOB has formally and decisively distanced itself from the false sit-at-home order and directed Ndi-Igbo to go about their lawful activities without fear.
The statement read in part: “Once again, the well-worn theatre of misinformation has opened its curtains, this time with a particularly lazy script and an insultingly predictable cast.
“Late yesterday, a report was widely circulated alleging that a total lockdown of Ala-Igbo had been ordered under the guise of a sit-at-home directive purportedly issued by ‘Emma Powerful,’ slated for Monday, February 2, 2026.
“Let it be stated clearly, unequivocally, and without ambiguity: this directive is fake, a phantom, a calculated falsehood.
“Upon careful inquiry and diligent verification, especially considering the delicate and hard-won calm presently returning to our homeland, it became glaringly obvious that the so-called ‘Emma Powerful’ platform has been fatally compromised.
“It has been hijacked by vested interests whose business model thrives on fear, disruption, extortion, and the cynical exploitation of vulnerable communities.
“The peaceful global movement of the IPOB has formally and decisively disowned this fabricated publication, categorically distancing itself from the false sit-at-home order and directing Ndi-Igbo to go about their lawful and normal activities without fear.
“Going forward, the message from IPOB is unmistakable: any publication attributed to ‘Emma Powerful’ should be treated with extreme suspicion, if not outright contempt.
“Frankly, one cannot but express astonishment, bordering on disbelief, that at such a critical juncture, when relative peace is cautiously resurfacing in Ala-Igbo, anyone would recklessly circulate information capable of reopening wounds and inviting criminal infiltration.
“History has taught us, at unbearable cost, what happens when fake directives fall into the hands of violent opportunists masquerading as enforcers.
“It is therefore no longer sufficient to merely advise our people to ‘ignore’ publications from this source. The time has come for greater clarity and firmness. The platform known as ‘Emma Powerful,’ in its current corrupted state, has positioned itself as an adversary to Ala-Igbo’s peace, progress, and collective well-being.”
According to Ejiofor, the peaceful global movement must go further by publicly and definitively explaining why this source has become unreliable, compromised, and hostile to the collective interest of Ndi-Igbo. Silence, ambiguity, or polite distancing, he said, only leaves room for further abuse.
“A masquerade that dances with fire should not be mistaken for a messenger of truth,” the statement concluded.
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Joint Task Force Crushes Terrorist Cells In North East, Heavy Weaponry Seized
In recent operations across the North East, troops of the Joint Task Force Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have neutralized scores of terrorists and recovered a significant cache of arms and ammunition.
Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) in a statement said intelligence has confirmed the killing of JULAIBIB, a top ISWAP commander operating within the Gujba axis of the Timbuktu Triangle, during an encounter around Kimba, Damboa LGA of Borno State, on 30 January 2026.
According to the statement, the elimination of the terrorist leader has thrown ISWAP elements in the area into disarray, with several fighters reportedly neutralised during the operation.
In a related operation, troops of OPHK, working in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task Force, neutralised 3 terrorists during a well-coordinated ambush between Ngazalgana and Lamusheri communities in Borno State.
It said the operation followed credible intelligence on insurgent movements in the area, as troops laid an ambush along the identified route and engaged the terrorists with effective firepower, resulting in the neutralisation of 3 insurgents, while others fled with gunshot injuries.
The statement said troops recovered two AK-47, adding that the operation forms part of sustained efforts to deny terrorists freedom of movement and degrade their operational capabilities across the Theatre.
It said troops also recorded multiple successes in Adamawa State, adding that on 29 January, 2026, troops responded swiftly to a distress call from Barama community, Mubi North LGA, foiling an armed robbery attempt. Two armed robbery suspects attempting to attack a student of the Federal Polytechnic, Mubi, were arrested. One suspect sustained a gunshot wound to the thigh while attempting to confront the troops and was evacuated to the Federal Medical Centre, Mubi, for treatment.
The suspects were subsequently handed over to the Nigeria Police for further investigation. Items recovered include 3 cutlasses, 2 laptops, 4 mobile phones, and one power bank.
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Appeal Court Affirms Death Sentences for Five Offa Bank Robbery Convicts
The Court of Appeal sitting in Ilorin, Kwara State has affirmed the death sentences passed on five 2018 Offa robbery convicts.
The court dismissed their appeals as lacking merit.
The Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) in the state, Mohammed Akande, who witnessed the proceedings, said that the three Appeal Court judges unanimously agreed on the judgement and affirmed the verdict of the state High Court condemning the five persons to death by hanging.
“The Court of Appeal, Ilorin Division comprising of Hon. Justice Ridwan Maiwada Abdullahi JCA, Hon. Justice Gabriel Kolawole JCA and Hon. Justice Abdul Dogo today, Friday affirmed the judgment of Hon. Justice H. A. Saleeman of the Kwara State High Court, that sentenced the Appellants: Niyi Ogundiran, Salawu Azeez, Ibikunle Ogunleye, Ayoade Akinnibosun and Adeola Abraham to death by hanging for the involvement in the Offa Bank Robbery”.
Another official of the Court also said that the appellate court rejected all the grounds of appeal filed by the convicts and ordered their immediate return to prison custody.
“The court dismissed all their grounds of appeal and upheld their convictions. They have been taken back to prison,” the official said.
The official said that the arguments raised at the Court of Appeal were unconvincing and may not succeed if repeated at the apex court.
It is recalled that Ayoade Akinnibosun, Azeez Salahudeen, Niyi Ogundiran, Ibikunle Ogunleye and Adeola Abraham were convicted of armed robbery, illegal possession of firearms and culpable homicide.
A sixth suspect, Michael Adikwu, a retired police officer, died in custody before the commencement of the trial.
At least 32 people were killed, including nine police officers, two of whom were women, making it one of the deadliest bank robberies in Nigeria’s history.
Justice Haleemah Saleeman of the Kwara State High Court had earlier sentenced the five convicts to death by hanging after a trial that lasted about six years and attracted nationwide attention.
In her judgment, which lasted over four hours, Justice Salman held that the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt.
She said the convicts “acted contrary to the law and allowed their connections with those in power at the time to lead them astray”.
In addition to the death sentence, the trial court also sentenced them to three years’ imprisonment for illegal possession of firearms, in line with provisions of Nigeria’s penal laws.
Lead prosecution counsel, Rotimi Jacobs (SAN), described the appellate court’s decision as thorough and well considered, despite the prolonged delays that characterised the trial.
On the defence side, Abdullah Jimba, counsel to one of the convicts, said that preparations were underway to pursue a final appeal at the Supreme Court.
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