Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Thursday, 17th April, 2025

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the IDOMA VOICE News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Thursday, 17th April, 2025

1. Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized President Tinubu’s ongoing trip to France, calling it insensitive as the country grapples with poverty, insecurity, and attacks in Plateau and Borno States. He urged Tinubu to return immediately.

2. The Rivers State Government has dismissed reports that Sole Administrator Vice Admiral Ibas summoned suspended Governor Fubara. A statement called the claim fake news aimed at destabilizing the state.

3. The EFCC says efforts are underway to help Nigerians recover funds lost to the collapsed digital trading platform, CBEX. Investigations are ongoing with international support.

4. Dangote Refinery has cut the pump price of petrol to N835 per litre, down from N865, following a drop in global crude prices. This marks another major reduction in recent weeks.

5. Sultan Sa’ad Abubakar III has described social media as a “terrorist organization,” blaming it for spreading fake news and inciting unrest. He urged security agencies to act.

6. The House of Representatives has summoned Vice Admiral Ibas for an oversight session as part of investigations into recent developments in Rivers State.

7. Former President Goodluck Jonathan has debunked claims that he endorsed Tinubu’s 2027 re-election, labeling the viral report false and misleading.

8. Actress Eniola Badmus has addressed her viral clash with Laide Bakare, urging unity in Nollywood and saying jealousy should have no place in their industry.

9. Eniola Ajao has denied involvement in Bobrisky’s arrest by the EFCC, saying the crossdresser’s detention was for multiple offenses, not related to her movie premiere.

10. Arsenal defeated Real Madrid 2-1 at the Bernabéu, sealing a 5-1 aggregate win and reaching the UCL semi-finals. Inter Milan also progressed after a 2-2 draw with Bayern, winning 4-3 on aggregate.