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LOCAL AND WORLD NEWS, BUSINESS, SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT HEADLINES FOR TODAY TUE. 3 APRIL 2018
LOCAL HEADLINES:
THE NATION
IPOBs Kanu: What next for Abaribe, others
2018 African Taekwondo Championships Fallout: Nigeria makes podium with two bronze medals
Presidency react to Obasanjos assessment of Buharis administration
Big row over looters list
20 killed in Borno suicide attack
$500m Abacha loot: Okonjo-Iweala to explain withdrawal
Winnie A life of struggles, love and politics
Yobe CAN prays for Leah Sharibu
Fayoses deputy gets campaign council
Ambode connects Ogun with 21 roads, two bridges
Council chair, brother attacked at street carnival
Women endorse Ambode for second term
PDPs burden of reconciliation
Tenure elongation not in APCs interest, says chieftain
SAHARA REPORTERS
Boko Haram: 15 Killed, 83 Injured As Suicide Bombers Strike In 2 Borno Villages
Two Taxi Drivers Arrested For Raping Passenger In Bayelsa
South African Federation of Trade Unions Mourn Winnie Mandela
Army Extends Exercise AYEM AKPATUMA In Taraba By 2 Months
Multi-billion Naira Projects Rot Away At Murtala Mohammed Airport
BREAKING: South African Anti-Apartheid Campaigner, Winnie Mandela Dies At 81
Don’t Reinforce Failure By Re-Electing Buhari, APC In 2019, Obasanjo Warns Nigerians
Looters List: Former Gov. Aliyu Threatens Court Action
Fani-Kayode: N800m I Used To Run Jonathan’s Campaign Not Stolen From Government Coffer
Doyin Okupe: All Nigerian Politicians, Political Parties Have Been Rigging Elections Since 1959
DAILY POST
Presidency fires back at Obasanjo over latest Buhari criticism
Buhari reacts to death of Winnie Mandela
2019: Saraki finally speaks on contesting presidential election
Buhari presiding over most corrupt govt in Nigeria’s history – Fayose
Army extends operation in Taraba days after TY Danjuma’s attack
Fani-Kayode reacts to Nigerian government’s inclusion of his name on looters’ list
Jonathan’s former aide, Omokri reveals howBuhari ‘benefited’ from ex-NSA, Dasuki’s ‘loot’
Ex-perm sec, Godknows Igali reacts to inclusion of name in looters’ list
PUNCH
25 die in Maiduguri Easter Sunday attack
We wont take issue with Obasanjo Presidency
We the poor animals of Nigeria
Should Aviation Security personnel bear arms
Champions League: Extraordinary Guardiola holds no fears for Klopp
Heritage Bank promotes sub-regional integration
Taxpayers must be enlightened ‘CITN
Ronaldo amazes Juve coach
Obasanjo attacks Buhari again, says hes a failure
Nigerians suffering under your watch, PDP Reps tell FG
Winnie Mandela: End of an adventurous life
Falana tells court how FGs inaction fuels herdsmen killings
Buhari mourns as Mandelas ex-wife, Winnie, dies at 81
Doctor dies as lassa fever hits Abia
VANGUARD
Looters List: Stella Oduah dares Lai Mohammed to provide evidence against her
Theophilus Yakubu Danjuma’s self-defence is legal
Lack of data, equipment, technology, others affect investment in mining’ MAN
Police foil robbery operation, recover arms
Militants carpet Tompolo’s kinsmen over allegation of nepotism
Gov Umahi appoints new SSG
Security breach: Senate c’ttee indicts EFCC
Presidency spurns Obasanjo’s failure assessment
OPL 310: Lekoil commences legal proceedings against FG
Local content to tackle Nigeria’s unemployment ‘ Wabote
A Candle for Leah Sharibu
WORLD HEADLINES:
CNN
Mexico: We don’t ‘make immigration decisions for US
Kashmir violence: Tempting prospect for ISIS
It’s decision time for the US in Syria
Trump calls for US troop withdrawal from Syria
Russia probe to investigate alleged Manafort collusion with Moscow
Spotify is about to go public. Will investors sing along
Intel stock tumbles on report that Apple will make its own Mac chips
China pledged to invest $250 billion in the US. Now what
Russia-Turkey-Iran solution for Syria leaves key issues unresolved
ISIS claims responsibility for Pakistani Christian killings
From teens to teachers, activism stirs the US electorate
New mandatory clear backpacks divide Parkland students
Markets drop in US and Asia after China hits back with tariffs
This is what a trade war looks like
Mueller looking into Trump adviser’s WikiLeaks ties: WSJ
Villanova dominates Michigan to win 2nd title in 3 years
Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan Tatum announce separation
Trump administration aims to lower drug prices for seniors
US military discussing sending more troops to Syria
Legal actions grow after loss of frozen embryos
Winnie Madikizela-Mandela reveals S Africa’s uncomfortable truths
ASSOCIATED PRESS
NCAA Latest: Villanova wins 2nd national title in 3 years
Sacramento police chief struggles with change after shooting
In a corner of Spain, a struggle to staunch drug smuggling
Egypt’s election produces surprise runner-up: Invalid votes
Spotify to test how its music service plays on Wall Street
INSTANT ANALYSIS: DiVincenzo, D lead Nova to Michigan rout
Oklahoma teachers walk out for 2nd day in red-state revolt
King’s heirs still grappling with his killing 50 years later
Migrant caravan raising concerns in US takes break in Mexico
Judge to decide if Nazi ‘troll storm’ is protected speech
Apollo crowd cheers for Coates’ ‘Between the World And Me
Villanova takes title, 79-62 over Michigan behind DiVincenzo
US opens door to possible Trump-Putin White House meeting
Dashboard video shows Sacramento sheriff’s car hit protester
Miraculous’: Teen survives 12 hours in Los Angeles sewage
An atypical terror case comes to close with 20-year sentence
US Rep. Esty won’t seek re-election amid harassment queries
Ryan touches down at Southwest during fund-raising trip
EPA to ease back emissions standards
When drone imperiled New Zealand plane, nobody called police
Italy’s robot concierge a novelty on the way to better AI
AFP
French rail workers begin months of strikes in test for Macron
S.Africa celebrates Winnie Mandela after her death at 81
Oh deer: Japan park issues tips as animals nibble tourists
Trump outraged over Mexico migrant ‘caravan’
Sudan’s ‘sister coach’ takes love of football to field
Cricketers’ union wants Smith, Warner ‘disproportionate’ bans reduced
US firm Harbour Energy makes bid for Australia’s Santos
London murder rate overtakes New York as stabbings surge
Trump rolls back Obama-era fuel efficiency rules
AL JAZEERA
Sisi narrowly misses 100 percent of vote in Egypt
Killing of Palestinians in Gaza ‘unlawful, calculated’
US sanctions LeT political front, seven leaders
South Africa activist Winnie Mandela dies
Teachers in two US states rally for better funding
What do families leaving Eastern Ghouta take with them?
Tension persists in Kashmir after deadly clashes
Algeria endorses Morocco’s 2026 World Cup bid
Four killed in attack on Christians in Pakistan
Ethiopia swears in first PM from ethnic Oromo community
BBC
Fox proposes Sky News sale to Disney
Ethan Couch: ‘Affluenza’ teen released from jail
Malaysians roast MasterChef over chicken rendang
New Zealand hold on for series win against England
Manager of Juventus one day’ Never say never,’ says Zidane before last-eight tie
Interesting times’ as IBF orders Whyte-Pulev fight
Sevilla aim to ‘make history’ against Bayern
Australia ball-tampering bans are unfair, player union says
Ex-health secretary being treated for bowel cancer
I want to open girls’ eyes to what they can’t see’ – Uganda captain aiming to inspire at Games
Alistair Brownlee to carry England flag at Commonwealth Games
Facebook’s Zuckerberg fires back at Apple’s Tim Cook
AI ‘poses less risk to jobs than feared’ says OECD
White House criticises China for $3bn tariffs on US imports
Will Spotify change its tune after stock market listing
More than half’ of UK households face broadband problems
Elephants loose on motorway in Murcia, Spain
One-stop shops’ set to speed up cancer diagnosis
Afghanistan air strike ‘kills civilians’ at religious school
Ethiopia PM Abiy Ahmed wants to resolve Eritrea disputes
Corbyn deletes personal Facebook account
BUSINESS HEADLINES:
10 things in tech you need to know today (FB) – Business Insider
10 things you need to know in markets today – Business Insider
11 relationship red flags that aren’t as big a deal as you might think – Business Insider
16 celebrities you didn’t know were adopted – Business Insider
18 practical kitchen tools that will help you waste less food – Business Insider
25 US communities where people are healthy, stay physically active, and feel great about life – Business Insider
4 Guesses About Who Negan Picked Up In Last Night’s ‘The Walking Dead’ [Updated] – Forbes
4 Small Cap REITs Flying Under The Radar – Forbes
4 Things That Will Go On Sale In April – Forbes
46% Sales Growth, Great Team Make SolarEdge A Buy – Forbes
5 important things happening in South Africa today – BusinessTech
5 Open Source Libraries to Aid in Your Machine Learning Endeavors – Entrepreneur
5 Reasons Congress Surprised The Satellite Industry By Adding Military Satcoms In The 2018 Budget – Forbes
5 Transformational Tips From A Pulitzer Winner – Forbes
6 Travel Apps to Help You Stay Organized While Traveling – Forbes
8 items of clothing that are a mistake to buy every time, according to a stylist – Business Insider
9 things only people who are 6 feet or taller will understand about shopping – Business Insider
90 NDelta youths receive N.5m each to start-up business – Daily Trust
SPORTS
2018 African Taekwondo Championships Fallout: Nigeria makes podium with two bronze medals – The Nation
2018 FIFA WC: Troost-Ekong tips Ebuehi to make Eagles squad – Vanguard
2018 U-18 National Grassroots Sports Festival starts on 20th April – Peoples Daily
2019 election: Why I want to be President someday’Kanu – Vanguard
2019 NCAA Championship Odds: Duke, Villanova and Kansas Open as Top Favorites – Bleacher Report
Ajayi Scores In Egyptian Champions Al Ahly League Win – Complete Sports
Akindoju tasks state associations on junior tennis championships – Daily Trust
Alistair Brownlee to carry England flag at Commonwealth Games – BBC
Ambrose targets good run-in for Hibernian – Punch
Americans complete first clean sweep in Miami since 2004 – CNN
Amokachi battles Owen for favourite World Cup goal – The Sun
Arsenal Transfer News: Gunners Reportedly Join Race for Kai Havertz – Bleacher Report
Arsenal’s penalty: ‘The ref needs to watch it again – Daily Trust
Barcelona Transfer News: Sevilla Defender Clement Lenglet Reportedly Targeted – Bleacher Report
Barcelona vs. Roma: Preview, Live Stream, TV Info for UCL Match – Bleacher Report
Betting Preview: Sevilla v Bayern Munich: Back both teams to score – Goal
Biggest Winners and Losers of the 2018 NCAA Basketball Tournament – Bleacher Report
Bucks sign Jennings to multi-year contract – Daily Trust
Tracking Times – Entertainment
ENTERTAINMENT
#BBNaija ‘ Day 64: Lolu the Wordsmith, All Daggers Drawn & More Highlights – Bellanaija
#BBNaija Apologizes Over Error In Voting Results – Information Nigeria
#BBNaija: Cee-C reveals how she met Ebuka Uchendu before getting into the Big Brother House – Information Nigeria
#BBNaija: Fans In Shock As Teddy A Is Evicted Out of BBNaija House – Information Nigeria
#BBNaija: Fans rent Limousine to welcome Teddy A & BamBam + Video of the Massive crowd waiting for them at the airport – Information Nigeria
#BBNaija: Hard Working Khole, Wins Head of House – Gistlover
#BBNaija: Nina, Miracle, Lolu, CeeC, Rico & Alex all up for Eviction – Information Nigeria
#BBNaija: See The Names of Housemates Up for Eviction This Week – Gistlover
#BBnaija: Tboss stuns in Pilot-themed photos, says ‘I Always Wanted To Be A Pilot – Information Nigeria
#BBNaija: Teddy A arrivesin a limousine as fans flood the airport to receive him (Photos/Video) – Linda Ikeji
#BBNaija: Teddy A Lands Music Collabo After Eviction – Information Nigeria
#FamBam! Russell Wilson, Ciara & Kids are Picture Perfect in this Family Photo – Bellanaija
16year Old Girl Surprised By Her Mom With A Range Rover As A Birthday Gift (Photos) – Information Nigeria
22-year-old Somali migrant born and raised in Kenyan IDP camp accepted into prestigious Princeton University – Linda Ikeji
A huge new ‘God of War’ game is about to launch exclusively on PlayStation 4 ‘and it looks insane – Business Insider
Actress Biodun Okeowo AKA Omo Butty, Caught Lying In Her Grass To Grace Story – Information Nigeria