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LOCAL HEADLINES:

DAILY POST

BREAKING: 2019: Buhari appoints Festus Keyamo as campaign spokesperson

Osinbajo reveals why Buhari is not religious bigot

Why Buhari’s second term declaration will not tear APC apart – Magnus Abe

Babangida speaks on NotTooYoungToRun, Nigeria’s multi-party system, herdsmen killings

Sultan advises Nigerian politicians on campaign funds

El-Zakzaky: PDP speaks on Shiite, Police clash in Abuja

What Buhari told Theresa May [Full text]

What Prime Minister May told President Buhari on Nigeria’s economy, Boko Haram

Aisha reveals why Buhari is allegedly part of wicked people

 

DAILY TIMES

Reno Omokri releases another looters list, Abba Kyari, Nasir El-Rufai, Rochas Okorocha, Adebayo Shittu floats on top

Fashola Will Be The One To Replace Buhari In 2019 Prophet Fakolade

WAWU! Taxi driver returns phone and lots of cash, requests for just N1000

N2.5bn NEMA scandal: Group raises alarm over plot by indicted officers to escape justice

Balarabe Musa offers presidential ticket of PRP to Sowore

You are the cause of your woes, PDP tells APC, Presidency

PDP proud of Ugwuanyis governance initiatives- Secondus

Revealed: How Oando saga consumed 2 SEC DGs

Confusion as Shiites engage police in bloody protest in Abuja

Im bothered about Nigerias security, economy, Buhari tells British PM

Gunmen kill Police Sergeant, abducts a German in Kano

 

PUNCH

Police arrest female suicide bomber in Maiduguri

Minister apologises as 6,000 policemen hunt fugitive thief

Banks registered 11,506 new PoS terminals in first quarter

Capacity building, tool for tackling cybersecurity Inlaks

The man with three faces has second transplant

Islamic education not backward Sultan

Facebook confirms it collects data beyond users

FG killing education sector in Nigeria

Ondo LG workers abductors demand N50m ransom

PDP, Falana flay FG as police shoot at Shiite protesters, arrest 115

Nobody will read my biography because of my past IBB

Health workers begin nationwide strike today

Secondus received N250m from Dasuki for special duties EFCC

Herdsmen slay four policemen, 32 villagers

 

THE NATION

Six policemen killed in Benue, Kano by herdmen

KSU Medical Students protest over non-accreditation of Course

Buhari to restore study of history in schools

Kendrick Lamar becomes first rapper to win the Pulitzer Prize for music

I really wanted to make it to the finals- Anto, Lolu speak after eviction

EFCC: N1.28b spent on cars for Secondus, others

2019 not my priority now, says Buhari

One feared dead in police, Shiites clash in Abuja

Abductors cut ransom on Otun Olubadans twins to N10m

Court fixes May 14 for judgment in APC tenure extension case

Six policemen killed in Benue, Kano

Suspected herdsmen kill 32 in Nasarawa villages

 

VANGUARD

N. Korea’s muted response on Syria strikes speaks volumes

Police arrest female suicide bomber in Maiduguri

NIMASA, World Maritime Varsity sign MoU to develop maritime industry

Rep scores Buhari low on security, economy

Nigerian media under scrutiny over herder-farmer conflict

Motorcyclist commits suicide after losing bike in football bet

Illegal mining claims 2 in Niger

Moroccan club bank on sharpshooter El Kaabi in CAF Cup

Oil prices trade with caution as Brent lowers at $71

Oshodi-Apapa road gridlock to dominate Lagos town hall talks

2019: Former Tinubus aide joins Delta guber race under APC

Breaking : Army troops intercept 20 militia herdsmen, kills 4 in Benue

2019: Hate speech causes ripples in Imo

APC chief flays Omo-Agege’s suspension

Stranded power compels us to cut generation from 560MW to 240MW ‘ Afam Power

 

THISDAY

Buhari: I’m More Concerned About Security, the Economy Than 2019 Polls

Market Analysts Push for SEC’s Independence as Regulator

US Military Worried over Rising Foreign Extremists’ Attacks in Nigeria, Other Countries

How Jonathan Conceded 2015 Election, Book by Okonjo-Iweala Reveals

APC Disagrees with Yakassai over North’s Rigging Claim in 2015

Presidency Report Reveals How Suspended NEMA Staff May Have Siphoned Billions of Naira

How Forensic Experts Helped Police Indict Danish Murder Suspect in Lagos

Beyonce Gets Praise for Honouring Fela, Chimamanda, Using Nigerian Dancers at Coachella

WORLD HEADLINES:

CNN

Late night reacts to Hannity revelation

South Korean actress and former North Korean abductee dies

New tech fights ancient diseases

What were you wearing” Sexual assault survivors reclaim discrediting words

Can US airline survive scathing report on safety

Sam Kiley: How to punish Putin’s wealthy friends

US-led strike raises questions about what’s next in Syria strategy

Cardinal Pell’s defense calls for historical abuse charges to be dropped

Is this superstar horse the greatest ever

US hits major Chinese tech firm ZTE with export ban

Canada to return diplomat families from Cuba over health concerns

Trump’s tabloid past may come back to haunt him

Jimmy Kimmel mocks ‘my pal’ Sean Hannity over Trump lawyer bombshell

This Singapore startup is taking on the big beauty brands

2018’s most expensive cities for business travel

This tiny Japanese island’s mud could alter the global economy

Scientists hope new enzyme will ‘eat’ plastic pollution

China’s economy hit the ground running in 2018

Russian hackers trying to access internet network devices, US and UK warn

China is beating the United States in the race for 5G

Report: Trump puts brakes on new Russia sanctions

 

AL JAZEERA

DR Congo fires 256 judges for not having law degrees

Accused plead ‘not guilty’ in Asifa gang-rape case

May defends Syria strikes in the face of criticism

Iran, Saudi Arabia ‘unlikely’ to pivot back to detente

Trump denied exclusive first look at seized Cohen files

What’s behind prisoner deaths at South Carolina prison?

Russia ‘will not delay’ in response to US sanctions

Trump lawyer appears in court over seized documents

Turkey anti-emergency rallies draw government criticism

Ex-FBI chief: Trump ‘morally unfit’ to be president

ASSOCIATED PRESS

Israeli series exposes raw wounds from ethnic Jewish divide

Months later, mudslide survivors finding personal treasures

Defending Trump in Russia probe’ It’s hardly a dream job

Young party official faces test as Cuba’s next president

Trump to host Japan’s Abe amid strain over N. Korea, tariffs

Mighty Mississippi: Scientists use model in land loss fight

China to protect ‘legitimate rights’ after US penalizes ZTE

What’s in those seized records’ Trump’s biggest new worry

Starbucks to train workers on ‘unconscious bias,’ CEO says

US, UK say Russia targets internet hardware for espionage

China’s Weibo site backtracks on gay censorship after outcry

Wade turns back the clock and 76ers in Game 2 Heat victory

Backpage.com co-founder released from jail on a $1M bond

Quirky ‘Night Court’ actor Harry Anderson dies at age 65

Microsoft turns to former rival to improve internet security

Commercial and critical darling Kendrick Lamar wins Pulitzer

Netflix is proving to be a tough act for copycats to follow

Hannity shares world view with Trump, and lawyer, too

Mayor says SpaceX to build new rocket in Port of Los Angeles

Police: Suspect argued with men before fatal LA studio fire

Web’s inventor discusses digital monopolies, privacy threats

 

BBC

France’s Macron urges defence of democracy in EU

Bialowieza forest: Poland broke EU law by logging

Rugby Australia ‘accepts’ Folau’s explanation in anti-gay row

Baboons prop up barrels to escape Texas research centre

The story of the Windrush generation

Rangers to suspend Miller & Wallace after dressing-room row

Australia’s Folau will not be punished for anti-gay remark

Which’ warns over buying World Cup tickets online

South Korean actress kidnapped by North’s Kim Jong-il dies

Syria chemical attack: Investigators allowed to visit site

Artificial intelligence must be ‘for common good

Sean Hannity unmasked as Trump lawyer’s mystery client

Wetherspoon pub chain shuts its social media accounts

China’s economy grows 6.8% in first quarter

Facebook facial recognition faces class-action suit

Why I like my job-share with robots

Rwanda football coach sacked over sex claims wins pay-off

Delay for Nasa’s Tess planet-hunter

Lockhart in Foster Twitter photo bullying complaint

WhatsApp photo drug dealer caught by ‘groundbreaking’ work

NYT and New Yorker win joint Pulitzer for Weinstein expos

BUSINESS HEADLINES:

$1.6 billion bitcoin exchange Coinbase continues its acquisition spree, snapping up another small crypto company – Business Insider

“Dancing with Myself” la mostra-evento di questa stagione – Forbes

1 Click To Turn JPMorgan’s 2% Dividend Into 7.4% – Forbes

10 Smart Ways To Save Money On Your Next Trip – Forbes

10 things in tech you need to know today (FB, MSFT, NFLX) – Business Insider

11 Plc introduces new product to reduce air pollution in Nigeria – Vanguard

12 of the most eligible millionaires and billionaires in the world – Business Insider

12 Ways To Provide Optimal Customer Service As A Finance Professional – Forbes

2 Top FTSE 100 Stocks For Growth And Dividend Hunters – Forbes

2018 Tax Day Specials, Freebies & Deals – Forbes

2019 Toyota Avalon Faces Market Challenges; Why Does Toyota See Sales Growth – Forbes

34 ships laden with petroleum products, food items to arrive Lagos ports – Tribune

5 global tech hubs you can reach easily from Silicon Valley – Business Insider

5 important things happening in South Africa today – BusinessTech

5 Undiscovered Small-Cap Stock Gems – Forbes

6 Signs It’s Time To Turn Your Side Hustle Into A Full-Time Business – Forbes

7 Ways To Tell Good Therapy Apps From Bad Ones – Forbes

70% Of College Students Damage Their Credit Shortly After Graduating – Forbes

SPORTS

2018 FIFA WC: I won’t pick up injuries, Obi assures fans – Vanguard

4-Star CB Christian Williams Commits to Alabama over LSU, Auburn and More – Bleacher Report

49ers’ Reuben Foster Has Misdemeanor Large-Capacity Ammunition Charge Dropped – Bleacher Report

5 Potential Managers That Could Replace Ernesto Valverde at Barcelona This Summer – FTBpro

Abia Warriors vs kastina United: Police stops angry fans from beating officials – Daily Times

Abia Warriors wastefulness responsible for Katsina United draw, says Samson Obi – Goal

Abubakar Bala reveals secret behind Kwara United draw in Enugu – Goal

Aiteo takes over Nembe City FC sponsorship – Daily Trust

Akwa chief hails gov – Punch

American woman and Japanese man win Boston Marathon’s elite divisions – CNN

Amusan regrets missing Commonwealth Games record – Vanguard

Argentines Celebrate Barcas Exit from UCL for WCup Glory – Thisday

Arsene Wenger Faults EPL’s VAR Delay – Daily Independent

Asaba 2018 AAC: South Africa aiming to dominate, unveils big squad – Vanguard

Asaba 2018: S/Africa unveil big squad for ASAC – Blueprint

Australia’s Folau will not be punished for anti-gay remark – BBC

Balogun Warns Mainz Teammates Despite Crucial Win Over Freiburg – Complete Sports

Banyana star Kgatlana receives work permit, in line to make Dash debut – Goal

ENTERTAINMENT

#BBBNaija: Watch The Moment Alex Broke Down In Tears As Housemates Received Messages From Home – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija ‘ Day 78: Roles in Motions, Stinging Veto Power & More Highlights – Bellanaija

#BBNaija 2018: How other housemates were drinking, thinking I’ve been evicted ‘ Cee-c – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija 2018: Things you may not know about BBN finalists, Cee-c and Miracle – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija 2018: Tobi Bakre is the ‘Ultimate Head of House – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija 2018: Why I Didn’t Deal With Cee-C ‘ Khloe – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija: ‘Cee-c thinks I have taken her boyfriend” ‘ Alex – Gistlover

#BBNaija: 8 Things You Probably Did Not Know About Tobi – Gistlover

#BBNaija: Alex Breaks Down In Tears As Housemates Receive Messages From Home – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija: Alex Reveals The Status Of Her Relationship With Fellow Housemate Tobi – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija: At Last Nina Becomes Week 12s Head Of House As Alex And Tobi Reject Cee-C – Daily Times

#BBNaija: BamBam Is Slaying Our Entire Existence In This New Photo – NET

#BBNaija: Cee-C Becomes ‘Head Of House’ For The First Time Ever – Tori

#BBNaija: Cee-C becomes first housemate to trend worldwide – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija: Cee-C Replaces Nina As The New Head of House For Week 12, Alex Is Not Happy With It – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija: Cee-Cs family explain reason they did not send a direct message to her – Daily Times

#BBNaija: Check Out 8 Things You May Not Have Known About Housemate, Tobi – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija: Housemates Were Drinking, Thinking I’ve Been Evicted ‘ Cee-C – Gistlover