Naija News: Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Thursday 25th September, 2025

Good morning, Nigeria! Welcome to your daily news roundup of the top headlines making waves across the nation today, Thursday, September 25th, 2025.

1. Rivers State: Tinubu Meets Ibas
President Tinubu met outgoing Rivers State Sole Administrator Ibok-Ete Ibas to discuss ₦254 billion spending during his six-month tenure. The Rivers Assembly plans to probe the finances.

2. Tinubu Honors Ogoni Heroes
Four notable Ogoni figures received posthumous national honours as part of efforts to promote unity and resume oil production in the region.

3. Atiku Promises Yoruba Priority in 2027
Atiku Abubakar pledges to prioritize Yoruba interests and prevent ethnic domination if elected president in 2027, citing his marriage as a personal connection to the community.

4. Fuel Marketers Seek Fair Supply from Dangote
DAPPMAN urges Dangote Refinery to make fuel more affordable and accessible, emphasizing existing distribution networks.

5. Peter Obi Questions ₦1 Trillion MSME Claim
Peter Obi challenges the government to prove the ₦1 trillion disbursement to MSMEs, highlighting low public awareness of the Development Bank of Nigeria.

6. 2025 Independence Theme Announced
Tinubu’s government unveils the Independence Day theme: “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation” promoting unity and patriotism.

7. Tiwa Savage Explains Davido Feud
Tiwa Savage says her fallout with Davido stemmed from misunderstandings involving his first baby mama, emphasizing there’s no lasting animosity.

8. AGN Elections: Rollas Raises Concerns
AGN President Emeka Rollas hints at election conspiracies as Rita Daniels Chukwuji declares her bid to succeed him.

9. Age Cost Lamine Yamal 2025 Ballon d’Or
LaLiga chief claims Barcelona teen Lamine Yamal lost the Ballon d’Or due to age, though he won the Kopa Trophy as best young player.

10. Nigeria Bids for 2030 Commonwealth Games
Nigeria pitches Abuja to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games, aiming to be the first African host, with President Tinubu personally presenting the bid.