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Nigeria Newspapers News Headlines Today: Saturday, May 24, 2025


Lagos Named Fastest Growing Tech City: Lagos has been named the fastest growing tech city in Nigeria, according to recent reports. This recognition highlights the city's growing tech ecosystem and its potential for innovation and development.

MTV Base Kicks Off Base Day 2025: MTV Base kicked off its annual celebration, Base Day 2025, with a star-studded event at Voda Beach. The event featured performances by top artists and was a major highlight of the entertainment calendar.

IVD Reveals Insights on Blessing CEO's Birthday: IVD shared personal insights with Blessing CEO on her birthday, reflecting on their relationship and shared experiences. The post was well-received by fans and followers.

Ric Hassani Explains Why Artists Cancel Tours: Ric Hassani revealed the reasons behind artists canceling their tour plans, citing financial constraints, health issues, and logistical challenges as primary factors.

Annabel Joseph Ojobohโ€™s โ€˜My Forever Songโ€™ Released: Annabel Joseph Ojoboh's new album, 'My Forever Song,' was released, featuring a lullaby of eternal love and maternal devotion. The album has been well-received by music critics and fans alike.

Structural Failure: FG Begins Repairs on Lagos-Ibadan Bridges: The Federal Government has initiated repairs on the Lagos-Ibadan bridges following reports of structural failure. The project aims to ensure the safety and durability of these critical infrastructure components.

Panic in Ilorin as Aircraft Crash-Lands, Injures Two: A recent aircraft crash-landing in Ilorin has caused panic among residents. The incident resulted in injuries to two people and has raised concerns about aviation safety in the region.

Army Unleashes Fury on Terrorists in Gajibo: The Nigerian Army conducted a deadly night raid against terrorists in Gajibo, resulting in significant losses for the terrorist group. The operation was part of ongoing efforts to combat insecurity in the region.

CBT Under Siege: Hackers Infiltrate JAMB Servers, 20 Suspects Nabbed: Hackers have infiltrated JAMB servers, compromising the Central Bank of Technology (CBT) system. In response, 20 suspects have been arrested in connection with the cyberattack.

Governor Yusuf Rolls Out โ‚ฆ20bn Mega Projects Across Kano: Governor Yusuf has unveiled a โ‚ฆ20 billion mega project initiative across Kano state, aimed at boosting economic development and improving infrastructure.

Court Slaps Down Trumpโ€™s Bid to Purge Harvardโ€™s Foreign Scholars: A court has rejected Trump's attempt to purge foreign scholars from Harvard University, upholding the institution's commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

Trump Threatens Apple with 25% Tariff on iPhones Made Outside U.S.: Trump has threatened Apple with a 25% tariff on iPhones manufactured outside the United States, as part of his trade policy measures.

Trump Angry Over Killing of Israeli Embassy Staff in Washington: Trump expressed outrage over the killing of Israeli embassy staff in Washington, condemning the incident as a serious breach of diplomatic security.

Nigeriaโ€™s X3M Ideas Ranks 31st on FTโ€™s Africa Fastest-Growing Companies 2025: Nigeria's X3M Ideas has been ranked 31st on the Financial Times' list of Africa's fastest-growing companies for 2025, recognizing its significant growth and entrepreneurial spirit.

Former Nigerian President Sparks National Reactions with Remarks: A former Nigerian president's statement about feeding by renting out his house in Kaduna has sparked a wave of national reactions, with many interpreting it differently.

NITDA Takes Campaign to Office of Accountant General of Federation: The National Information and Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has expanded its campaign to the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation, aiming to centralize federal government IT projects.

Team Delta Leads Medals Table at Gateway Games: Team Delta maintains a commanding lead on the medals table at the ongoing Gateway Games in Ogun state, with 84 medals including 41 gold, 14 silver, and 29 bronze.

Defence Minister: Nigeria Winning War Against Insecurity: The Defence Minister has stated that Nigeria is making significant progress in its fight against insecurity, highlighting ongoing military operations and strategies.

Impeached Shira Deputy Chair Urges Court to Stop LG By-Election: The impeached Deputy Chair of Shira Local Government has petitioned the court to halt the upcoming local government by-election, demanding reinstatement.

Revitalisation of Delta Steel Will Create Over 15,000 Jobs โ€“ Minister: The Minister has assured that revitalizing Delta Steel will generate over 15,000 jobs, emphasizing its potential for economic growth and employment opportunities.

NSA Ribadu Claims Over 13,500 Terrorists Killed, More Than 124,000 Surrendered: The National Security Adviser (NSA) claims that over 13,500 terrorists have been killed and more than 124,000 have surrendered in two years as part of ongoing counter-terrorism efforts.

Oyo State Police Command Arrests Officer Who Fatally Shot Student: The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a police officer who fatally shot a 14-year-old secondary school student during an incident.

Storm Brewing Over 2025 National Budget: A civic technology organization, BudgIT, has accused the National Assembly of inserting over 11,000 questionable projects worth billions into the 2025 national budget.