Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Tuesday, 13th May, 2025

Good morning, Nigeria! Welcome to your daily news roundup of the top headlines making waves across the nation today, Tuesday,May 13th, 2025.

1. The Nigerian government has successfully repaid the $3.4 billion loan it took from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to combat COVID-19, ending the country’s debt with the IMF.

2. Dangote Petroleum Refinery has lowered the price of petrol to ₦825 per litre, continuing its efforts to lead the domestic fuel market and provide better value to consumers.

3. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is addressing a surge in complaints related to mass failures in the 2025 UTME and is conducting a thorough review of the examination results.

4. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to interrogate former militant leader Tompolo over an alleged violation of currency laws after a viral video showed naira notes being sprayed at his birthday celebration.

5. Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has cautioned the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that repeating the same tactics from the 2023 election cycle could lead to failure in the 2027 elections.

6. Former Benue Governor Gabriel Suswam condemned the stoning of Governor Hyacinth Alia by youths in Ukum LGA, describing it as counterproductive to addressing security concerns in the region.

7. Nigerian singer Lil Kesh expressed his doubts about the institution of marriage, citing high divorce rates, and revealed that he’s not actively seeking a partner at this point in his life.

8. Nollywood actor Ibrahim Chatta clarified that he has never been considered for the AMVCA because he has not submitted any of his work for nomination, adding that he has no interest in the award.

9. The Flying Eagles of Nigeria secured a dramatic penalty shootout win over defending champions Senegal, advancing to the semifinals of the 2025 U-20 AFCON and earning a spot in the 2025 FIFA U-20 World Cup.

10. FC Barcelona has extended contract offers to goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny, who is currently deliberating with his family, and to manager Hansi Flick, with the latter’s deal set to last until 2027.