THISDAY
Outgoing Wada Awards Flyover Contract
Police Intercepts Truckload of Suspected Terrorists In Ondo
Armsgate: Finally, EFCC Arraigns Olisa Metuh
Court Orders the Arrest of Tompolo
FRSC Attributes 12% Reduction in Road Crashes to FG, World Bank’s Support
Kidnapped Ondo Speaker, Olabintan Regains Freedom
Stop Granting EFCC Remand Orders, CJ Tells Magistrates
Senate Awaits C’ttee Report on ‘Missing’ Budget Thursday
Nigeria Rules out Cutting Oil Production in Isolation of OPEC
PDP: EFCC Stage-managed Jafaru Isa’s Arrest to Give Anti-graft War Credibility
Lagos Councils Reject Autonomy for Local Governments
Uzodimma Raise the Alarm over Plans to Implicate Him in Corruption Cases
Niger LG Polls: PDP Alleges Plot to Arrest its Members
NIGERIAN PILOT
SMEDAN commences delivery of nass empowerment programme nationwide
Breach of contract: Court seals Skye Bank branches in Osogbo
MTN urges subscribers not to pay for sim registration
Access Bank sponsors entrepreneurship programme on CNN International
SEC DG, stakeholders commend e-dividend initiative
60% of world’s population excluded from digital economy – World Bank
German firm to establish fire-proof manufacturing plant for containers, pipes in Akwa Ibom
FAAN begins process of building new Corporate Headquarters
Ministry to establish training school for artisans, craftsmen – Perm. Sec
Two Palestinians killed after alleged stabbing attacks
ISIS claims responsibility for deadly blasts in Indonesian capital
No abortion is complete until evacuation is done- NIMR boss
China’s richest man acquires $3.5 billion Hollywood blockbuster movie studio.
Lassa fever: Rivers Govt. to fumigate densely populated settlements
We have valid court order to detain Metuh – EFCC
TRIBUNE
Budget: PDP wants NASS to commence impeachment process against Buhari
1966 coup must not repeat itself, Emir of Kano warns
Jang fails to honour EFCC’s invitation •Commission seals off Badeh’s son’s house in Abuja
We’re under military/police siege in Rivers —Govt •Such allegation is expected —Army •Senator Abe washes hands off MOSOP crisis, military raids
PDP NASS caucus to meet over continued detention of Metuh —Minority leader •As Reps’ caucus 48 hours ultimatum to EFCC expires
Lagos health officers comb markets
Jigawa gov approves retirement of 14 perm secs
Oyo State partners investor to give Bowers Tower facelift
ACJA 2015 will reduce length of litigation, decongest prison —Lawyers
I engaged in stealing because of my pregnant wife, says suspect
ExxonMobil worker who raped 14-year-old in Lagos sent to prison custody
We are not robbers, we are mere thugs, say suspected robbers among 80 arrested miscreants
Airports privatisation will bring efficient mgt —Tukur
Qantas becomes world best airline in safety
Cargo handlers task govt on reduction of import, export tariffs
Nigeria’s maritime sector and issues inhibiting growth
MV Hawk: Shipping agent yet to pay dockworkers fee — MWUN
NAGAFF urges new customs management to tackle corruptio
The drama of a ‘missing budget’
Gov race: The gathering storm in Edo APC
The changing political paradigm in South-East
Brazzaville 2015: Nigeria stripped of 2 gold, 5 silver over doping
Moses returns from injury layoff
CHAN 2016: I’m battle-ready —Ibenegbu
Mall fracas: Before Warri goes down again
Ogunpa Market demolition: Our members are dead; we are stranded —Traders
Islamic State militants attack Jakarta, 7 killed
Hatton Garden heist: 3 convicted of ‘biggest raid in English history’
Alan Rickman, Snape in Harry Potter films, dies at 69
WHO declares Liberia Ebola-free, end to transmission in West African
Jailed Lebanese ex-minister, Samaha, released on bail
3 ticket holders win $1.6bn US lottery
Electricity to be restored in 20 Delta communities after 6 years
Bello emerges new Ohi Adavi
Firm seeks govt partnership in provision of quality water
Edo monarch commends Oshiomhole for opening up community
Osinbajo distributes food items to underprivileged in Ogun
‘LAPO improved health status of 200,000 community members in 2015’
Jubilation as Ugwuanyi begins construction work on Opi/Nsuka road, others
Accusations, counter-accusations trail murder, arson in Nkpor
Enugu police arrest two teenagers over indomie
SUN
FG makes u-turn on five thousand naira payment to unemployed youths
Missing Budget Saga: Senate indicts Buhari’s Aide
…unveils committee’s findings, insists on working on true copy
NSCIA visits El-Zakzaky in detention
Tears as Chibok girls’ parents, agitators march on Abuja
January 15, 1966 Coup: Akintola, Adegbenro’s sons open up, 50 years after
Another mass sack looms in NNPC, DPR, PPPRA
NEWSWATCH TIMES
Lassa Fever spreads, kills one in Abuja, doctor in Rivers
Arms Deal: EFCC slams 400million naira charge against Metuh
Stop hiding under Sardauna’s shadow, Sultan tells northern governors
Trailer crushes ten in Ibadan
Buhari orders fresh probe into Chibok girls’ abduction
…says he succeeded corrupt leadership, as BBOG condemns rescue effort
NSCIA committee visits Shiite leader, Zakzaky
NEW TELEGRAPH
Presidency doctored 2016 budget—Senate
…Impeach Buhari now, PDP tells National Assembly
Sagay, politicians, lawyers, OPS berate FG
Reps to buy 360 cars for members
Wine, fruits cut impotence risk—Study
Arms deal: EFCC files criminal charges against Metuh
34billion naira fraud: Judge orders Tompolo’s arrest
Lassa Fever claims medical doctor in Rivers
VANGUARD
N5,000 stipends: No country would give free money — Ngige
January 15 1966 coup: It was the quarrel between Mrs. Awolowo and Mrs. Akintola — Yakassai
Medical doctor dies of Lassa Fever in Rivers
January 15 1966 coup: Why they called it an Igbo coup — Mbazulike Amechi
SINKING NAIRA: Senate summons CBN Gov, Emefiele
Biafra: IPOB threatens to resume protest over sick Kanu
Court orders Tompolo’s arrest
‘How LASTMA officials caused my friend’s death’
Labour reaches agreement with Nycil over sacked staff
Release Zakzaky, in-law, others now, Islamic Movement warns
CBN reports a depressed manufacturing sector in 2015
EFCC’s eagerness to arraign Tompolo suspicious —Ijaw group
16 mgt staff of Bauchi fire service sacked
NATION
Buhari: Senate’s claim on Budget 2016 is laughable
Osinbajo, Soludo disagree on 2016 budget
Court orders Tompolo’s arrest for alleged N34b fraud
BBOG, Chibok girls’ parents march on Aso Villa
Buhari: Ahmadu Bello’s assassination caused Nigeria’s tragedies
Kaduna APC to Oyegun: Sani’s suspension stands
Governors, Sanusi: we won’t accept attempt to rewrite history
Tribunal dismisses LP’s motion to stop Bello’s inauguration
Onobi gets Eagles No. 10 jersey, skipper Akas No. 3
Ezeji blames players for salary impasse
LMC vows not to register clubs indebted to players, coaches for new season
GUARDIAN
Patients flee as doctor of Lassa fever victims dies
Senate accuses presidency of floating fake budget
Buhari orders fresh probe into missing Chibok girls
‘NSE has capacity to finance N2.2tr 2016 budget deficit’
Senate accuses presidency of submitting two versions of 2016 budget
Lawyer withdraws suit seeking Metuh’s release from EFCC’s custody
Zakat and Sadaqat task Muslims on equitable distribution of wealth
Emirates makes new offers to boost international business
They want change, but they won’t change
MTN deserves the sanction
PUNCH
Two groups protest against, for Buhari in Lagos
Oil sector may be next after arms deal probe – Amaechi
Card readers failed in Bayelsa polling units – Foreign observers
Buhari orders fresh probe into Chibok girls’ abduction
AfDB invests $12.5m in women-owned SMEs
Lassa fever kills doctor as FG begins vaccine trial
PREMIUM TIMES
Missing Budget: PDP wants Buhari, 2 Ministers removed from office
Missing Budget: APC reacts to call for Buhari’s impeachment
Buhari’s aide, Ita Enang, reacts to “doctored” budget allegation
EFCC Slams 7-Count Charge Of Corruption On PDP Spokesman, Metuh
Call Biafra Agitators To Order, SGF Tells Igbo Leaders
“El-Zakzaky, Wife Recuperating In Abuja”
Charles Okah ‘In Solitary Confinement’ For Recording Prison Abuse, Lawyer Claims
Tompolo Not Bigger Than Nigeria; He Must Be Arrested – Keyamo
The judge explains why he issued a warrant of arrest for Mr. Ekpemupolo.
Pa Odinkalu, Incorruptible Judge, And Father Of Chidi Odinkalu Buried Amid Praises
Buhari Orders Fresh Probe Of Chibok Girls’ Abduction
”374,000 People Living With HIV In Kano”
Another Fever With Lassa, By Hannatu Musawa
Love Dickson Or Leave Him?, By Azu Ishiekwene
Should Communities Be Allowed To Manage Public Basic Schools In Nigeria?, By Tony Osborg
FCT Chief Judge’s Directive On Remand Orders: Why This Cannot Stand, By Femi Falana
Nigerian Makes Wave In Indian Music Reality Show, Beats Over 8,000 Natives
Crude Oil Price Nears 17-Year Low As Senators, Reps Prepare To Discuss Budget
CHAN 2016: Eagles End Pretoria Training Camp, Set For Rwanda
Nigeria’s Super Eagles World’s Youngest Team In 2015
COMPLETE SPORTS
Copa Del Rey: Success, Agbo Fall With Granada To Valencia
Nigeria Risk Losing AAG Medals As Five Athletes Fail Dope Tests
Dalung Promises Improved Outing At Rio Olympics, To Decide NSC’s Fate
Al Ain Chief Blasts Emenike, Offers Him To China
Ojobo Elated To Join Warri Wolves From Enyimba
Disillusioned 3SC Boss, Oyo Govt. Parley Over Club Funding
Tenger Lures Gwar, Tyavkase Back To Lobi
SUPER SPORT
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Syli Local will bring speed
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Oladipo stars in London, Magic fall
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Spain News
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Real, Atletico hit with transfer bans
Messi eyes return to Argentina
Valencia hire sporting director to aid Neville
FA Cup News
Derby pose fresh threat to LVG in FA Cup
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Italy News
Napoli await Serie A giant killers
Napoli, Juve top as second half begins
Spalletti looking to calm waters at rocky Roma
El Hilali rejects Italy for Morocco
Spalletti to work on Roma mentality
Nigeria News
Iheanacho makes Europe’s top 100
Wolves draw Akwa in NPFL Super 4
Odemwingie pleased to be back
‘Warriors can be league champs’
Akwa Utd land Ebong, Binaebi
Germany News
German FA eager to test video tech
Lahm slams ‘marketing prize’ Ballon d’Or
Ribery looking forward to Ancelotti arrival
Aubameyang in no rush to leave BVB
Wolfsburg’s Dost out for six weeks
Portugal News
Sporting win, Porto hit five
FC Porto sack coach Lopetegui
Sporting, Benfica both hit six
Jonas’ Benfica extend winning run
Andre, Nani give Portugal win