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*THE NATION*
January will be tough, NCDC warns Nigerians
Police arrest organizers of Kaduna sex party
Abiodun seeks monarchs support to contain second wave
Police, others kill six bandits in Katsina
Declare state of emergency on security
WHO celebrates discovery of vaccine
Soyinka boards Lagos-Ibadan train
IGPs visit: Katsina to get 10 Mopol units
Lagos to residents: Obey COVID-19 protocols
Niger Assembly Speaker, Clerk test negative for COVID-19
Katsina commences Community Policing with 554 Special constables
BREAKING: Lagos to fine cross-over service defaulters N500,000
Nine-year-old limbless Indian boy churns out artworks using mouth
Cross-over services may hold in churches in Delta CAN chairman
U.S. nurse contracts COVID-19 after receiving Pfizers vaccine
Ekiti labour threatens showdown over minimum wage, unpaid salaries
NAPS, ORAN induct Olabisi Akanbi patron
Police arrest notorious armed robbery suspects, recover riffle
BREAKING: Oyo rescinds decision, permits crossover service
Lagos has reactivated disability trust fund Sanwo-Olu
MURIC under attack over call for Kukahs resignation
Suspected hoodlums rob PoS operator, kill one in Delta
Rivers APC stalwart warns against boycotting partys revalidation exercise
Yahaya Bello: We can solve securitys problem but not one step at a time
Kidnappers of Imo Catholic Bishop yet to contact church, family three days after
Israeli spy returns after 35 years in US prison
Community dethrones village head over alleged fraud, vandalization in AIbom
Policemen reportedly assault lady in Delta
Eastern Security Network: Igbo groups back SEast govs against Kanu
Man in court for biting girlfriend on her breast during a fight
Nurse suspended after stripping off PPE to have sex with COVID-19 patient
APC mourns Labour Party chairman Abdulsalam
FCTA approves crossover night service for churches in Abuja
Obiano cant stop us from developing Anambra
Court dissolves 16-yr-old marriage over husbands infertility
FCMB founder buys more shares in Yuletide deals
God gave me good problem, says father of quadruplet
Clergyman in court for allegedly defrauding woman of N10m
Eight key points from Kukahs Christmas message that sparked reactions
Court dissolves 22-year-old marriage over wifes nagging
Gunmen kill two, injure others in Rivers Community
Fintiri warns of new COVID-19 strain
Argentina legalises elective abortion
*VANGUARD*
We haven’t abandoned corps members positive for COVID-19 ‘ NYSC
Ohanaeze poll must not hold in Govt House ‘ Ikokwu
Late Amb. Nsofor departs U.S. on final journey back home
COVID-19: I warned against reopening of schools but was seen as enemy of education sector ‘ NMA President
CAN urges adherence to COVID-19 protocol, as Makinde approves crossover service
Southeast APC vow to take over Anambra, reconcile aggrieved members
Kukah must not be harmed ‘ Fani-Kayode
Kano NDLEA seizes 9kg of illicit drugs, arrests 1,036 in 2020
Forgery Case: I’ve never set eyes on Obaseki’s original certificate, don tells Court
Insecurity: ‘Current government can’t be scored excellent’ ‘ Gov Sule
Happening Now: Buhari in a closed-door meeting with Zulum
Qatar sets new benchmark for safe return of football amidst a global pandemic
We’ll permit crossover nights under strict COVID -19 protocols ‘ Makinde
Tourism in 2021: Runsewe calls for faster COVID-19 testing, certification
IPAC mourns Labour Party Chair, Alhaji Abdulkadir Abdulsalam
Just In: Katsina begins community policing with 554 constables
Over 10m children in Nigeria, 6 others may face acute malnutrition in 2021, UNICEF warns
29th wedding anniversary: Wife, children surprise Gov Ikpeazu with ‘old school attires
Chibok community cries out as Boko Haram escalates attack on residents
Two dead, others injured as gunmen invade Rivers community
Buhari orders NASENI to handover refurbished tractors to farmers
EFCC secures 865 convictions, receives 10,152 petitions in 2020
Ekiti judIcial panel recommends N1.5M compensation to four policemen, others
Don’t attach religious sentiment to ban on crossover service, Ondo tells church leaders
Nigeria has more pressing issues than Davido and Burna Boy- Yul Edochie
Ogun bans crossover services
Insecurity: Activist blasts Obaseki over security vote
Eastern Security Network: Coalition condemns Kalu’s threat to S/East governors, vigilantes
EFCC secures 865 convictions, receives 10,152 petitions in 2020
Makinde suspends curfew for Oyo residents to observe crossover night
COVID-19: Makinde suspends curfew for residents to observe crossover nights
Ayade signs 2021 budget of ‘Bliss and Blush’ into law
Crossover Night: FCTA threatens to shut Churches who flout COVID-19 guidelines
Kukah’s message was a true reflection of current situation in Nigeria ‘ Ortom
Ogun creates trust fund for Sports Development
Nigerians harbour too much hatred to handle guns ‘ Ogundokun
50-year-old man in court for allegedly stealing vegetables worth N34, 000
Court grants Osun #EndSARS leader bail, seizes his international passport
Revenue leakages: Gov Sule gets marching order to prosecute offenders
African football in 2021: What to expect
Recession: Embark on massive construction to reverse hardship, REDAN tells FG
Bayelsa Govt says it has capacity to complete N22 bn 22km Ring Road project
Man sentenced to death for premeditated murder in Jigawa
*THISDAY*
Stakeholders Chart Course for Sustenance of Igbo Language
Buhari Pledges to Arrest Soaring Foodstuffs’ Prices
Banks Attract N37tn Deposits Despite COVID-19 Disruptions
Kukah: It’s Unfair to Say I Called for Coup
In Reprisal, Fighter Jets Pound Sambisa Forest
Disquiet in Nasarawa over Gov’s US Trip
Auditor General Misses Timeline for Release of COVID-19 Audit Report
CAN Directs Churches to End Crossover Services by 11pm
Interpol Uncovers ‘500,000 COVID-19 Fraud in Nigeria
Challenging Year for Insurance Sector
One Year of Deepening Rural Electrification
2020: Year of Uncertainty
Relishing the Benefits of Listing
Polaris Bank Partners International Womens Society on Vocational Skills
Nigerias GDP Growth Seen at 1% in 2021
FCTA to Domesticate FGs e-Government Master Plan
North East Development Commission to Launch N6bn Endowment Fund
Analysts: Equities Market Rally to Extend to 2021
Technology Will Give SMEs Wider Visibility
CBN Foresees Sustained Growth in Private Sector Credit
Revamping the Oil Palm Sector
All-Share Index Rises 0.8% as Market Sustains Positive Momentum
Court Dismisses PDPs Unlawful Nomination Suit against Ize-Iyamu
Why Nigeria is Not a Democratic Society
Props to a Creative Influencer in Politics of Rivers State
Takeaways from 2020
Premier League Records New High of 18 Positive Covid-19 Cases
Lampard Blames Ziyech Injury for Dip in Form
Resumption of NPFL, a Big Relief, Says Sports Minister
I Didnt Come to Man Utd to Make Money, Insists Ighalo
Plateau Utd Place Players on Half Pay after Poor Start to NPFL Season
Iheanacho Misses Penalty as Crystal Palace Hold Leicester
*PUNCH*
Bakare, Fani-Kayode settle differences over Tinubu sermon
Why Afenifere supported PDP in 2015, 2019 presidential elections Odumakin
FG moves to rescue Nigerian on death row in Saudi Arabia
Buhari, Zulum meet in Aso Villa
Brexit: Air France reintroduces transit visa for Nigerians travelling to UK
UKs Boris Johnson signs brexit trade deal
I was diagnosed with fibroid in 2017- Actress Ini Dima-Okojie
UPDATED: Lagos vows to enforce 12am to 4am curfew
Ban on crossover vigil not anti-Christian Ondo COVID-19 Committee
EPL: Tottenham vs Fulham postponed over positive COVID-19 cases
Crossover: Comply with COVID-19 protocols, FCTA tells churches
Oyo lifts curfew, okays crossover services
Second wave: NMA warned FG against reopening of schools, says president
Tokyo Olympics: Nigeria to compete in 11 sports, says minister
EFCC secured 865 convictions in 2020 Acting Chairman
Police nab organisers of Kaduna nude party
UK approves Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine
Nigeria has all the ingredients of a failed state Odumakin
ENDSARS: Ekiti panel recommends N1.5m compensation for policemen, others
Kidnapped Owerri bishop not dead, says Catholic church
Ugandan presidential candidate Bobi Wine arrested
La Liga: Coutinho injury blow for Barcelona
American actress Angela Kinsey tests positive for coronavirus
Ogun bans waste cart pushers for constituting security risk
F1 driver Hamilton to be knighted
Churches can observe cross-over services Kogi CAN
Nepotism: Buhari supporters blackmailing Kukah Afenifere
Ekiti labour to protest over minimum wage
Afenifere has not endorsed Tinubu, Bakare for 2023 presidency Odumakin
242 persons died of Lassa Fever in 2020, says NCDC
Recession: FG must take responsibility, says Ooni
Apala music icon Ayinla Omowuras drummer, Adewole, dies at 97
COVID-19: Corps members not abandoned in isolation centres, says NYSC
US Congressman-elect Letlow dies of COVID-19
Argentine Senate passes abortion bill
COVID-19: Adeboye, Olukoya, Oyedepo, others adjust cross-over services
California nurse contracts COVID-19 days after vaccination -Report
Cross-over: Oyo seeks CANs compliance with FG curfew
Germanys daily COVID-19 deaths top 1,000 for first time
Ekiti senator rejects voting rights for married underage girls
Princeton College produces best student in WASSCE and IGCSE CAMBRIDGE exams
South-West PDP reverses suspension of five Ondo chieftains
Comply with directive on crossover service, CAN tells churches
Niger Delta renews agitation for 13% derivation, direct payment to communities
FG adopting wrong strategies to address bad economy Obasanjo, Utomi, others
January will be tough, spike in COVID-19 infections imminent NCDC
Court dismisses suit seeking Ize-Iyamus disqualification as APC candidate
Osun reverses crossover ban, restrict movement from 1am
Nine killed as buses collide in Delta
FCTA threatens clampdown on businesses for COVID-19 protocols violations
Captain allegedly faces court-martial over petition against CNS
Rivers APC faction heads for Supreme Court over sacking
South-East group backs Obiozor to head Ohanaeze
Friends, associates mourn LP chairman, Abdulsalam
Prudential Zenith life completes recapitalisation first phase
Molested schoolboy: We wont cover up, justice will be served, says Deeper Life
Interpol traces 500,000 COVID-19 fraud to Nigeria
Firms groan as ministry delays expatriate quota approval
Buhari to sign 2021 budget on Thursday
*THE SUN*
How LP boss, Salam, slumped, died before me ‘Son
Party squabbles, election upset, defections shape 2020
How Community policing’ll end security challenge ‘Shehu, ex lawmaker
APC chieftain commends Makinde on developmental projects
S/West caretaker committee nullifies suspension of 5 Ondo PDP chieftains
Ayade’s aide on Presidency, N’Assembly matters quits
Alleged forgery: Court accepts Obaseki’s nomination form in evidence
We never planned defection to APC with Umahi -Ebonyi NASS members
Anambra 2021: Competence, equity should count ‘ Archbishop Ibezim
C/River North: Court of Appeal rejects PDP’s request to stay execution of judgment declaring Jarigbe Agom as candidate
Buhari set to receive Oyekola ‘Scorpion
Minister congratulates World champion
Semi Ajayi closing in on van Dijk record
Napoli, Eagles, others celebrate Osimhen @22
Fatai Amoo names 25 players for U17 AFCON qualifiers
Firstbank Lagos Amateur Golf Open tourney ends today
2020/21 season: Go Round FC names Azu captain
FGreopensmore borders this week as experts foreseespike in forex rate
MAN, agric stakeholders disagree over FG’s ban on forex for food import
2020: COVID-19 grew digital transformation, adoption of ICT solutions
Spectranet 4G LTE shines at BoICT 2020 awards
Inlaks launches Regional Technical Resource Centres in Ibadan, Kano
BUA Cement, Access, drive NSE’s ASI up 0.80%
FG eyes $200m revenue from NPDC gas facility
MTN Nigeria expands rural connectivity programme
Maritime Review 2020: Govt ineptitude, COVID-19, #EndSARS hobble maritime growth in 2020
ANLCA advocates creation of maritime ministry to boost revenue generation
Lawmakers inspect Lagos tank farms, orders them to operate by the rules.
COVID-19: NCDC records 749 new infections
Remains of former Nigerian ambassador to US set for repatriation
Troops neutralise 9 bandits on Kaduna-Abuja highway
Lilu community writes Obiano, rejects caretaker committee
Insecurity: Pray for Nigeria, Senate president tells religious leaders
Rivers accuses ex-commissioner of smear campaign
Ochiagha, pioneer bishop of Orlu Catholic diocese, is dead
Enugu Assembly passes N169.8bn 2021 appropriation bill
Regional constitutions: Igbo group proposes June 2021 for referendum
On my father’s memorial: As we look forward to another year
Salus Trust is rated among the best 20 HMOs in Nigeria
Hidden knowledge on why people suffer (18)
Hereafter advice to Nigerian leaders ‘Babangida in focus (2)
Is National Assembly constitutionally competent to summon President Buhari’ (2)
Cough up, not ‘cough out
*GUARDIAN*
Troops rescue 23 victims, arrest bandits’ collaborator in Katsina
Nurse Suspended After Stripping Off PPE To Have Sex With COVID-19 Patient
We’ll permit crossover nights under strict COVID-19 protocols ‘ Makinde
Food Security: Buhari orders NASENI to deploy refurbished tractors to farmers
The Naira tipped to recover against the Dollar in early 2021
Apple loses copyright suit against security startup
AstraZeneca-Oxford vaccine approval unlikely in January: EU regulator
Salah faces hectic 2021 with Egypt, CAF to elect new president
Coutinho injury blow for Barcelona
Biden, Trump to campaign in Georgia on eve of crucial Senate elections
2020 UTME: No date fixed for sales of application documents yet’ JAMB
Yemen airport blasts kill 26 as government plane arrives
Police officers involved in Breonna Taylor case fired
China’s Sinopharm says vaccine 79% effective against Covid-19
Omoni Oboli Threatens To “Hunt Down” Whoever Falsely Accuse Her Sons Of Rape
At least 15 feared dead in PNG landslide
Hundreds evacuated after landslide in Norway
Wuhan virus cases may be 10 times higher than reported: China health study
Mask up: South African police enforce ‘zero tolerance’ drive
COVID-19: FG cautions against self-medication, says can cause organ damage
2020: Nigeria’s stock market upbeat as year ends, despite COVID-19
Ethiopia’s Tigray conflict revives bitter disputes over land
New tremors shake Croatia after deadly quake
Biden says Trump vaccine plan falling ‘far behind
North Korea prepares for major January party congress
EU leaders sign Brexit deal as British MPs debate
Major’s Britain feared prospect of new war with Saddam
COVID-19: NCDC records 749 new infections
Solskjaer sees Man Utd of old in late win over Wolves
Double agent Blake’s family sought to ‘cash in’: UK govt papers
Principal Joe Clark, Who Inspired The Film ‘Lean on Me,’ Dies At 82
Billie Eilish Reacts To Loss Of Followers Due To Picture Shared
UK opposed Clinton call for UN push against Kadhafi: records
Boko Haram landmines kill 11 Nigerian security personnel
New virus variant hits US as Biden vows all-out effort
Nigerians have a real chance to win over $700 Million in US’ Mega Millions, Powerball lotteries
Trump lashes out at Republican leaders over looming veto override
Remains of former Nigerian ambassador to U.S. set for repatriation
Nigerians have a real chance to win over $800 Million in US’ Mega Millions, Powerball lotteries
FG suspends 100 passports of passengers who refused post arrival COVID-19 test’ PTF
Lawan extols late Kumo’s virtues
Senate rejects payment of N969 million for defence ministry’s contract
NCDC confirms 397 fresh COVID-19 infections, 10 deaths
Kukah denounces coup allegation, lampoons critics
Experts urge investment in labs to boost COVID-19 testing
Inaugurate NDDC board to avoid crisis, Delta monarch tells FG
Anxiety reigns as Southeast APC stakeholders meet today
PDP’s NEC, NWC should dissolve current Lagos chapter structure, says Oyefusi
Sanwo-Olu calls for ethnic, religious harmony in Lagos
Edo takes enlightenment campaign on COVID-19 to eateries, public cafes
Two-month-old Shalom seeks N8m for open-heart surgery in India
Rotary Club of Mende installs charter president
Ogun student commits suicide for being dumped by girlfriend
Security officer’s vehicle kills motorcycle rider in Ondo
Two men to receive 12 strokes of cane each for dealing in hard drugs
Man who lost N38m worth of goods to #EndSARS violence cries for help
Nigeria Christian Fellowship President, Adisa dies
Harry and Meghan’s son reveals ‘American accent’ on podcast
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala: Vintage for WTO
*TRIBUNE*
Makinde, Fayose fight may destroy PDP in Nigeria ‘ Prophet
NIN registration: Bauchi Assembly directs state govt to intervene to mitigate citizens suffering
How Femi Odekunle battled for life in his last minutes
Oyo govt cancels morning, afternoon classes, sets January 11 school resumption date
My throne has set aside fund to rehabilitate thugs in Iwo land ‘ Oluwo
Bishop Kukah spoke on behalf of genuine Nigerians on Buhari’s govt ‘ PFN President
Lagos’ll always prioritize needs of Persons Living with Disability, Sanwo-Olu assures
Bauchi govt assents to N213.9bn 2021 approved budget
Crossover night: FCTA urges churches to observe COVID-19 protocols
Edo Primary school teachers give 14-day strike notice
Security Challenges: Niger CAN urges members not to hold crossover vigil
Abiodun signs N338.6bn Appropriation Bill for 2021 into law
COVID 19: Ban on crossover vigil is not about religion ‘ Ondo COVID-19 chairman
Gunman kills barber in Delta
#EndSARS: Ekiti panel recommends N1.5m compensation for four policemen, two other petitioners
Ayade signs 2021 appropriation bill of N281.9bn into law
BREAKING: Oyo govt now to allow crossover service
Court fixes date for suit to stop Kano govt’s N300bn loan from China
Bishop Kukah is right, all is not well in Nigeria, Ortom tells FG
We didn’t abandon corps members in isolation centre ‘ NYSC
Ekiti workers threaten to shut down govt activities over minimum wage
BREAKING: Ogun bans crossover services
Police arrest organisers of Kaduna sex party
Governor Bello swears in chief judge, Customary Court of Appeal president
New cases in Oyo rampant among children of 10-14yrs from isolated school ‘Govt
Troops rescue 23 kidnap victims, arrest bandits’ informant, recover 75 rustled animals in Kastina ‘ DHQ
Ayinla Omowura’s lead drummer, Adewole (Onilu-Ola) dies at 97
Professor Odekunle dies, Buhari mourns
*SPORTS*
#DoYou: Discovering Your Passion And The Power Of Self-Belief – Complete Sports
10 Realistic Predictions for 2021 NBA Trade Deadline – Bleacher Report
2020’s Most Underrated WWE, AEW Wrestlers, Matches, Moments, PPVs and More – Bleacher Report
2020/21 season: Go Round FC names Azu captain – The Sun
2021 Men’s NCAA Tournament Bracket: Latest Projection of the Field of 68 – Bleacher Report
2021 NFL Free Agents: Rumors, Predictions for Potential Offseason Targets – Bleacher Report
2021 NFL Mock Draft: Predictions for Nation’s Elite Prospects – Bleacher Report
2021 sporting calendar: Euro 2020, Olympics and other big events to follow – BBC
24 Army Football Players Involved in West Point Academic Cheating Scandal – Bleacher Report
3 Quarterbacks the 49ers Should Look at in 2021 Offseason – Bleacher Report
4 Reasons Ryan Fitzpatrick Should Be Dolphins’ Starter Heading into Week 17 – Bleacher Report
4 Reasons the Browns Should Not Panic over Loss to Jets – Bleacher Report
49ers Rumors: Robbie Gould Signs 2-Year, $7.25M Contract Extension – Bleacher Report
5 NHL Teams That Could Make Trades Before 2020-21 Begins – Bleacher Report
A Brief Review 1xBet ‘ Online betting In Nigeria – Complete Sports
A Hot Winter For Frankie – Complete Sports
Aaron Rodgers on Players Mocking Belt Celebration: That Doesn’t Usually Work Out – Bleacher Report
ABK20: JDT dominates 2020 National Football Awards – Goal
Adam Kramer’s College Football Locks and Top Bets for the Bowl Season: Part 2 – Bleacher Report
AFC Leopards’ Shikanda: FKF were wrong to declare Gor Mahia KPL champions – Goal
African Football HQ: Season Review Special – Goal
African football in 2021: What to expect – Vanguard
Al Ahly coach Mosimane hits back at Ibrahim Hassan: Maybe his statements suit Real Madrid – Goal
All British sport back behind closed doors under new coronavirus restrictions – Yahoo
All Premier League matches back behind closed doors after Liverpool placed in Tier 3 of coronavirus restrictions – Goal
Allardyce Questions Ajayi, West Brom Teammates’ Dedication After Heavy Home Loss vs Leeds – Complete Sports
Answering One 2021 Draft Question for Every NFL Team – Bleacher Report
Arizona Bowl 2020: Odds, Daily Fantasy Tips for Ball State vs. San Jose State – Bleacher Report
Armed Forces Bowl 2020: Odds, Daily Fantasy Tips for Tulsa vs. Mississippi State – Bleacher Report
Arsenal ease pressure on Arteta amid Covid concerns for the Premier League – Guardian
Arsenal’s transfer plans won’t change despite back-to-back wins, declares Arteta – Goal
Arteta Gives Update On Saka’s Injury – Complete Sports
Arteta: I Can’t Demand Too Much From Saka – Complete Sports
Asante Kotoko need a miracle to advance in Caf Champions League’ – CK Akonnor – Goal
Atltico Madrid and Costa agree termination of striker’s contract – CNN
Atltico Madrid, Diego Costa agree termination of striker’s contract – Guardian
Australia v India: Joe Burns dropped as hosts recall David Warner and Will Pucovski – BBC
Bailly delighted as Manchester United end 2020 with victory – Goal
Balotelli scores four minutes into debut for Serie B side Monza – Goal
Barcelona 1-1 Eibar: Hosts labour to draw in Lionel Messi’s absence – BBC
Barcelona frustrated by struggling Eibar in Nou Camp draw – Yahoo
Barcelona held by lowly Eibar as injured Lionel Messi watches from the stands – Yahoo
Barcelona need a thousand chances to score – Junior Firpo – Goal.
