Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Sunday, 31st May, 2026

10 Things to Know from Nigerian Newspapers This Sunday

1. Dangote Refinery Cuts Petrol Price
   Dangote Petroleum Refinery has reduced its petrol gantry price from ₦1,275 to ₦1,250 per litre, citing falling global crude oil prices and increased competition in the deregulated petroleum market.

2. Peter Obi Names Kwankwaso as Running Mate
   NDC presidential candidate Peter Obi has selected former Kano State Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as his running mate for the 2027 presidential election after securing the party’s ticket.

3. PDP Presents Jonathan With Certificate of Return
   The PDP faction led by Tanimu Turaki has formally issued a certificate of return to former President Goodluck Jonathan as its 2027 presidential candidate after relocating its convention venue.

4. Makinde Wins APM Presidential Ticket
   Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde emerged as the presidential candidate of the Allied People’s Movement (APM), promising economic reforms, improved governance and restructuring of key institutions if elected.

5. Shettima Explains Fuel Subsidy Secrecy
   Vice President Kashim Shettima revealed that President Bola Tinubu deliberately kept the fuel subsidy removal plan out of his inauguration speech to avoid pressure against the decision.

6. David Mark Urges ADC to Be a Credible Alternative
   ADC National Chairman David Mark challenged party members to offer Nigerians a viable political alternative ahead of 2027, while expressing concern over insecurity, unemployment and rising living costs.

7. Makinde Says Governors Lack Security Powers
   Governor Seyi Makinde argued that governors cannot be fully blamed for insecurity because they lack direct constitutional control over security agencies, calling for urgent reforms.

8. US Congressman Raises Alarm Over Fulani Militants
   American lawmaker Riley Moore claimed Fulani militants killed more people in Nigeria over the past year than Boko Haram or ISIS, citing findings from a recent USCIRF report.

9. PSG Win First Champions League Title
   Paris Saint-Germain defeated Arsenal 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Budapest to lift the 2026 UEFA Champions League trophy.

10. Rema Speaks on Painful Breakup
    Nigerian singer Rema disclosed that he ended a previous relationship due to what he described as manipulation and emotional stress, saying the situation became too difficult to handle.