Nigerian Newspaper headlines for today, Tuesday, 9th December, 2025

Nigerian newspapers this morning are buzzing with major national developments as security, politics, education, entertainment, and sports dominate the headlines.

1. Presidency Confirms Release of 100 Abducted Niger Students
   President Bola Tinubu has confirmed the rescue of 100 students abducted from a Catholic school in Papiri, Niger State. He praised the security agencies and urged them to intensify efforts to rescue the remaining 115 students and teachers still in captivity.

2. CBN Grants Operating License to 82 BDCs
   The Central Bank of Nigeria has issued final operating licenses to 82 Bureau De Change operators after completing a major recapitalisation exercise. The apex bank warned Nigerians to transact only with operators listed on its official website.

3. NLC Plans Nationwide Protest Over Insecurity
   The Nigeria Labour Congress has announced a nationwide protest scheduled for December 17 over rising insecurity, especially the increasing attacks on schools. The union warned that failure to act could lead to nationwide industrial actions.

4. 2027 Tinubu Government Is Afraid of Peter Obi CUPP Claims
   The National Secretary of the Coalition of United Political Parties Peter Ameh has alleged that the Tinubu administration is worried about the growing political strength of Peter Obi ahead of the 2027 general election.

5. Court Rejects Nnamdi Kanu Prison Transfer Request
   A Federal High Court in Abuja has refused the application by IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu seeking transfer from Sokoto Prison to a facility near the Federal Capital Territory. The court ordered him to refile the request properly and fixed January 27 2026 for hearing.

6. EFCC Seals Ex Petroleum Minister Timipre Sylva Abuja Home
   The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has sealed the Maitama residence of former Petroleum Minister Timipre Sylva. His media aide described the action as illegal and vindictive.

7. Regina Daniels Mother Loses AGN Election
   Rita Daniels mother of actress Regina Daniels has lost her bid for the presidency of the Actors Guild of Nigeria. Abubakar Yakubu won the election.

8. Seun Kuti Reacts to Korra Obidi Dance on Fela Grave
   Seun Kuti has thanked dancer Korra Obidi for her recent performance at the grave of his late father Fela Kuti describing it as a fitting tribute.

9. Super Eagles Face Goalkeeping Crisis Ahead of AFCON 2025
   Nigeria is facing a major goalkeeping challenge ahead of AFCON 2025 after first choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali was ruled out due to injury.

10. Zidane Tipped for Real Madrid Return as Alonso Under Pressure
    Real Madrid are reportedly considering a return for Zinedine Zidane as pressure mounts on coach Xabi Alonso ahead of a decisive Champions League clash against Manchester City.