Top Nigerian Newspaper Headlines For Today, Tuesday, 25th March, 2025

Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the IDOMA VOICE News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today,  Tuesday, 25th 2025

1. A jailbreak occurred at the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Koton Karfe, Kogi State, leading to the escape of 12 inmates. One correctional officer was killed during the escape, and efforts are ongoing to recapture the remaining 10 escapees.

2. Nobel Laureate, Prof. Wole Soyinka, has responded to calls for his assessment of President Bola Tinubu’s administration, emphasizing that he never made similar evaluations for past presidents, urging Nigerians to assess the government collectively.

3. The suspension of 10 lawmakers in Zamfara for 13 months has raised concerns about anti-democratic practices. The Centre for Democracy and Development (CDD) has called on President Tinubu to declare a state of emergency in the state to address security issues and restore democratic processes.

4. Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has expressed concerns about the failing state of democracy in Africa, citing its disconnect from the continent’s values and governance traditions. He criticized leaders who engage in corruption and illegal power grabs while denying citizens access to justice.

5. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is discussing a petition to recall Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, following a Federal High Court ruling that validated the process initiated by constituents in Kogi Central.

6. Former presidential candidate Peter Obi has declared that democracy has failed in Nigeria under the current administration, disagreeing with Bishop Hassan Matthew Kukah’s assertion that it is a work in progress.

7. Singer Timi Dakolo has criticized Apostle Femi Lazarus for charging $150 for students to attend his ministry school, calling it contradictory to the teachings of the church, where the gospel should be freely given.

8. Veteran Nollywood actor Jide Kosoko has expressed that, despite over 60 years in the film industry, he has not achieved significant wealth. He also called for stronger laws to combat piracy in Nollywood.

9. Former Nigerian footballer Victor Ikpeba believes that Victor Osimhen has the potential to break the all-time Super Eagles goal-scoring record held by the late Rashidi Yekini after Osimhen’s impressive recent performances.

10. Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, Zimbabwe’s coach and player are determined to give a strong performance against Nigeria, despite the Super Eagles being favorites following their victory over Rwanda. The match is set for today at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.