Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Thursday, 8th May, 2025

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the IDOMA VOICE News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Thursday, 8th May, 2025

1. Mohammed Badaru stated that the Nigerian military possesses more sophisticated equipment and drones than terrorists, countering claims made by the House of Representatives.

2. The party announced the indefinite suspension of six members over alleged anti-party activities, including Abia State Governor Alex Otti and Senators Ireti Kingibe and Darlington Nwokocha.

3. The Senate passed the Nigeria Revenue Service Bill and the Joint Revenue Board (Establishment) Bill as part of an ongoing tax reform effort initiated by President Tinubu.

4. The former president cautioned that trying to impose a one-party system would damage national unity and progress, urging leaders to prioritize democratic values.

5. The PDP chieftain dismissed fears that the party would collapse if Atiku Abubakar left, arguing that no individual is greater than the party itself.

6. Popular activist and social media influencer Martins Otse, aka VeryDarkMan, was freed after being detained by the EFCC over multiple petitions and failing to respond to summons.

7. Rapper Odumodublvck revealed that Davido sent ₦10 million to his girlfriend as a show of appreciation for her support during his career rise.

8. Singer Simi shared in an interview that she has never experienced heartbreak, saying she walks away from emotionally unsafe situations before they worsen.

9. Just months into his contract, the former Super Eagles coach was let go after a string of disappointing results, including Zamalek’s CAF Confederation Cup exit.

10. Paris Saint-Germain secured a 3–1 aggregate win over Arsenal to reach the UEFA Champions League final, where they will meet Inter Milan in pursuit of their first title.