NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR SATURDAY 12TH DECEMBER 2020

CITYNEWS NIGERIA BRINGS YOU NEWSPAPERS HEADLINES FOR SATURDAY 12TH DECEMBER 2020.

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*THE NATION*

Buhari mourns as Nigerian Ambassador to US dies at 85

Wanted: New Nigeria league organisers

APC: Another stalled coup

IFAD-assisted projects commissioned in Ogun

ICC to investigate Boko Haram, armed forces for war crimes

Obasanjo congratulates Akufo-Addo, urges him to be magnanimous in victory

Buhari in Daura on week-long private visit

APC to amend partys constitution before picking new leaders Buni

Dominion Court apartments opens in Lagos

Governors, Emefiele meet to avert food shortage

Ethiopian Airlines appoints new GM for Nigeria

Fear in Kano as 85 test positive for Coronavirus

Ibadan dreams bigger, honours Salami, other prominent indigenes

Edo tribunal dismisses one of five petitions against Obaseki, PDP, INEC

Coronavirus: AfDB, others raise US$230 billion in pandemic response

#EndSARS protesters want panel to summon Sanwo-Olu, Fashola, 11 others

Government not introducing new taxes in 2021 Finance minister

War in PDP as Wike blasts Secondus-led NWC

Anambras love gone sour

Nasarawa: Between Sule and the cabals

Borno, mercenaries and Nigerian Army

Tunde Kelani begins Ayinla Omowuras biopic film

Adewale Ayuba returns to Ibadan on Dec 27

Chioma Akpotha secures endorsement deal with pasta company

Zik releases audio, visuals for Bad Belle

Being alone inspires my songs, says Mellow

Seun Oloketuyi: The hurdles and triumph of 2020 BON Awards

Khadijat Ayoade: I hardly get embarassed as an actress

Firm launches communications platform

The media, power and the politics of it all

62 garlands for Hope of Imo

By-elections and voter apathy

*VANGUARD*

Why it’s dangerous to engage mercenaries, Sule Lamido, Umar caution FG

Condolences as funeral rites for Rev. Father Peter Anumba’s mother hold Jan 8

As Nigeria works to introduce blockchain regulation, US lags behind

Just in: Sam Nda-Isaiah, Publisher of Leadership Newspaper, dies at 58

US Supreme Court rejects Texas bid to overturn election results

Biometric verification: NUP urges PTAD not to delist members from payroll

Why we must resettle indigenous communities in Abuja ‘ FCTA

Kogi governor pledges speedy implementation of state university report

Envoys pay tribute to Nsofor, late ambassador to US

Why we must resettle indigenous communities in Abuja ‘ FCTA

[Just In] COVID-19: El-Rufai goes back to isolation

Our missing link APC Chieftain speaks on Buhari’s change of mind on House of Reps’ invitation

INSECURITY: Why it’s dangerous to engage mercenaries, Sule Lamido,Umar caution FG

Youth Party critiques electoral bill, makes important recommendations

Buhari won’t succumb to threats, undue pressure ‘ Presidency

Edo 2020: Tribunal dismisses AA petition against Obaseki

Buhari’s refusal to appear before lawmakers, an insult on democracy ‘ NNPP National Chairman

Your re-election, testimony of your performance ‘ Obasanjo tells Akufo-Addo

Court orders reinstatement of LG chairman suspended by Obaseki

LG elections: NDLEA screens 250 candidates in Kano, finds drug abuse symptoms

Reps want interest-free banking in Nigeria

Kwara APC crisis deepens as Gov AbdulRazaq insists Bolarinwa can’t be sworn in

Tiwa Savage takes ‘Lekki Shooting’ to MOBO award’s stage

Behold hot steppers and winners at BON awards 2020

Zik out with ‘bad belle’ audio, video

Ayuba gets ready for ‘Corporate Evening’ gig

Tiwa Savage takes ‘Lekki Massacre’ to MOBO award’s stage

How my writings would contribute to the fight against terrorism ‘ Suraj Sanni

Nigerian Idol: Organiser dangles recording contract, prizes

ASUU denies suspending ongoing nine month strike

Unhealthy living is responsible for cancer, not your genes

Global Covid-19 cases top 70 million, university tracker says

Nigeria records 796 cases, highest single-day infections since COVID-19 began ‘ NCDC

LASG to digitalise healthcare service delivery ‘ Sanwo-Olu

No Mask; No Entry: Nigeria and Mediocrity

Court sentences four traders to 3 years in prison for theft

Road accidents kill 40 in Adamawa ‘ FRSC

Hoodlums abduct medical consultant, Bolt driver in Calabar

*THISDAY*

Seplat Takes STEAM Education a STEP Higher

Transport Owners Want Land Borders Reopened

HR Practitioners Advised to Re-strategise as Remote Workforce Consolidates

Suntory Unveils Lucozade Cola in the Market

NAJAs Capacity Building Workshop Holds Today

Rensource, Premium Poultry Team up for Solar Energy

Africa Urged to Domesticate Singapore Convention

Toyotas Electric Technology Powers Heavy Duty Trucks

Jaguar Refines F-PACE SVR with Enhanced Design, Performance

CITN Harps on Collaboration for Speedy Economic Recovery

Foundation Seeks End to Medical Negligence, Donates Equipment

ENYO Reveals Expansion Agenda, to Initiate Autogas Services in Nigeria

Visa Partners Access Bank to Launch Business Debit Card for SMEs

Kanos Comatose Assets: Why PPP is the Panacea

Good Night, the Chicago Boss, Chief Harry Ayoade Akande

Faustino Anjorin; Thrilled by Champions League Debut

Nigeria Counting on Ghanas Triumph against Cote dIvoire to Progress

Pulev Stands Between Joshua, Furys Unification Bout

Boxing, Madrid Derby Live on StarTimes this Weekend

Crystal Palace Manager Hails Eberechi Ezes Signing

Obuh Backs Iwobis Wing-back Role at Everton

Nigerian-born, Osayi Nominated for Championship Goal of the Month Award

Hayatou to be Made Honourable Caf President

Joshua, Pulev in Heated Exchange at Weigh-in

Ndidi Hails Leicesters Europa League Exploit

NANTA Strengthens Southern Flanks, Builds Partnership on Golf Tourism

Edo Govt Dissolves All Sub-committees for Natl Sports Festival

Eagles Goalkeeper, Ezenwa, Thumbs up Monimichelle

Italys 1982 World Cup Hero, Paolo Rossi, Dies at 64

Madrid Derby, EPL, Serie A Matches Live on GOtv

*PUNCH*

Why rape cases are rising in Adamawa Ahmed, Commissioner for Women Affairs

How soldiers searching for missing Generals corpse demolished my building, fish pond Businessman

Policemen killed my two sons within five years 86-year-old widow

Sex-for-passport: Family of sacked embassy guard alleges conspiracy

PDPs five wise men and the 2023 battle

People thought I would die after drunk driver crushed me to a pole Akintola, UI Dentistry student who lost a limb at five

Engage local professionals to rescue economy, APBN urges FG

APC crisis: Buni-led committee defends NEC resolutions, inaugurates 36 state caretakers

Intels: Aggrieved Intels workers block company, demand benefits

Seven holiday shopping habits that can make you go broke

Youths demand for good education, right not privilege Fayemi

Eavesdropper: Maina didnt get the prize

Before Stardom WithShan George

My FAVOURITE With Adediwura BlarkGold

My marriageWith Bob-Manuel Udokwu

LASG, residents agree on Magodo scheme plan review

What will you do if your spouse engages in infidelity

Membership registration: Nigerians tired of APCs propaganda, says PDP

ICC investigates military, Boko Haram for war crimes, torture, others

Buhari begins seven-day private visit to Daura

Economy expected to improve December CBN survey

IMF urges Nigeria to reduce debt vulnerabilities

Lagos govt, residents agree on Magodo scheme plan review

Five million farmers get N800m insurance claims from FG

DPR shuts Rivers filling station, seven illegal gas plants

No new tax, increment in 2021 FG

Mbaka didnt attack BBC reporters Aide

ICC probes military, Boko Haram for war crimes, murder, others

COVID-19: Again, El-Rufai goes into isolation

Nda-Isaiah, Leadership newspaper publisher, dies at 58

COVID-19: Sanwo-Olu goes into self-isolation as aide tests positive

Controversy surrounds death of Sarakis in-law, Dapo Ojora

Lekki shootings: #EndSARS protesters ask panel to summon Sanwo-Olu, Fashola, others

COVID-19 lootersll be prosecuted ICPC

Three feared killed as trucks burst into flames in Ondo

FG rules out new tax, increment in 2021

Adeboye assured me I will be re-elected Obaseki

Leadership publisher, Nda-Isaiah, dies at 58

Senators express shock as petroleum ministry spends N116m on pens, others

Stolen Ogun Assembly mace found in Lagos

#EndSARS: Presidency media team meets BBC officials

How my ex-commissioners dumped PDP for APC Wike

NMA begins strike over kidnap of another doctor in Cross River

How Adeboye prayed for me, predicted my re-electionObaseki

Edo tribunal dismisses AA petition against Obaseki, PDP

Governors, Emefiele deliberate on dry-season farming Monday

Eleven months after, Buhari visits hometown, Daura, for one week

Court overrules Obaseki, voids LGA chair suspension

Gusau federal varsity gets new VC

Sowore not linked with any violence, revolution, DSS operative tells court

Court grants ex-AGF Adoke 26 days to travel abroad on health grounds

Oniru urges institutions to support govt

238,868 beneficiaries get N9.01bn payroll support FG

US donates N68.2m security equipment to Nigerian Navy

US Congress passes defence bill despite Trump veto threat

Nigerias economyll recover to its pre-pandemic level by 2022 IMF

Gunmen kill mobile policeman in Delta community, flee with rifle

Amnesty hails ICCs decision to probe Nigerian military for war crimes

COVID-19: Sanwo-Olu goes into isolation

*THE SUN*

NWC deepening cracks among PDP govs, Wike alleges

PDP campaign fund: Court quashes fraud charges against ex-minister

Matawalle: Leader with uncommon courage

UZODINMA @62: TRIBUTE TO EXCELLENCE IN SERVICE

Insecurity forcing herdsmen to flee Nigeria in droves’Bodejo, Miyetti Allah boss

Lagos East bye-election, vote of confidence in Sanwo-Olu’s government -APC

Take charge of membership registration, constitutional amendment,APC tells state Caretaker Committee

Edo guber: Tribunal strikes out AA petition against Obaseki

Our doors are open to all, says Ogun APC Caretaker Chairman

Kalu joins Pastor Chris for Sunday service in Lagos

Buhari: Afenifere, Ohanaeze, Arewa youths, Sagay disagree on NASS summon

Insecurity: Buhari wont succumb to threats, undue pressure Presidency

COVID-19: Sanwo-Olu to go into self-isolation

The Sun Awards: Celebration day for Ortom, Matawalle, Umahi, Fayemi, Onu, Obianos wife, Offor, Ukatu, Daura, Kida, Obuah

I killed motorcyclist to raise money to buy yam tubers for next years planting season Suspect

Scores feared dead as petrol tanker explodes in Ondo

Lagos Assembly moves to establish sex offenders register

President Buhari arrives Daura, Katsina State, for a one-week visit

Delta council suspends two monarchs over inter-communal clashes

My son Jide Awoyinfa who weds today in Ibadan says:I struck gold

If you are this woman, what will you do

Why I pray to God before I sleep with other peoples wives Akparanta, male prostitute

Agwu: The jinx breaker sports administrator

Otedola: Businessman who touches lives

Sobowale: A super diva of the screen

Ozokwor: Nollywoods Mama G

Kida: The maker of Nigerias glorious years in basketball

Burna Boy: Creative artiste with a prodigious talent

Iwuoha: Saviour from Onitsha

Runsewe: Mr. Culture & Tourism

Bala-Usman: Administrative amazon

COVID-19 vaccine and Ogbuagus feat

Id rather remain single than be second wife Peju Johnson

I dont allow my beauty get into my head Banke Music

New animation, Ladybuckit and the Motley Mopsters, excites kids

Day DCEM celebrated philanthropists, excellence in media industry

*GUARDIAN*

Evans square comes alive for Olukoya Cup final today

Athletes, stakeholders reject January date for sports festival

Oghomienor seeks more investment in youth development

Welfare of Nigerian Athletes … Understanding Okala’s outrage

Fulham’s Aina wins EPL goal of the month

Buhari won’t succumb to threats, pressure, presidency declares

Why Reps will quickly pass 2020 finance bill, by Gbajabiamila

Samsung Launches New TV With Aesthetics

Ghana election: Obasanjo congratulates Akufo-Addo

Senate uncovers how ministry spent N14m for pens, N46m for letter heads

It’s weekend of Madrid derby, boxing on StarTimes

Alleged fraud: Court acquits Wali, Ahmad

Buhari’s administration is provincial, says Abaribe

Kaduna Police say 16 passengers died in road accident, not killed by gunmen

Mbaka denies ordering attack on BBC reporters

*TRIBUNE*

Publisher of Leadership Newspaper, Mr Sam Nda Isiah is dead

Nigeria records 796 new COVID-19 cases, total now 72,140

We didn’t breach any law on our plan to spend N14.5m on biros, N46m on letter heads, says Ministry of Petroleum

BREAKING: Sanwo-Olu goes into self-isolation as aide tests positive for COVID-19

Governors to hold emergency meeting on CBN’s Anchor Borrowers scheme Monday

Statement of the ICC prosecutor on the conclusion of the preliminary examination of the situation in Nigeria

Premier League 2020/21 an extraordinary season

Sri Lankans urged to minimise Christmas shopping over COVID-19

France imposes fine on Google, Amazon

US election: First Lady Melania Trump ‘wants to go home

Uganda orders 9 million doses of COVID-19 vaccine amid surging new infections

UK travellers could be barred from EU entry on 1 January

IMF counsels CBN to review loan to deposit ratio to avoid banking crisis

Choosing the Right Stock Broker ‘ A Simple Guide

Affordable housing: Government should partner real estate developers, says expert

Bolt continues expansion move, launches in 10 new cities

Ardova launches fully solar powered station, commences rebranding of service stations

*SPORTS*

5-Star WR Emeka Egbuka, No. 1 WR in Class of 2021, Commits to Ohio State – Bleacher Report

AC Milan star Ibrahimovic: I’ll keep going until I can’t do these things I’m doing – Goal

Aina wins EPL goal award – Punch

AJ Vs Pulev: Ogun Govt, Youths, Kinsmen rally support for Joshua – Punch

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain can recapture peak form, says Jrgen Klopp – Yahoo

Arsenal chief Venkatesham hands Arteta vote of confidence amid Gunners struggles – Goal

Arsenal turnaround must start with home wins, says Mikel Arteta – Yahoo

Arteta warns misfiring Arsenal stars he could give youngsters a chance to shine – Goal

Asante Kotoko get one over Asamoah Gyan in Ghana Premier League showdown with Legon Cities – Goal

Athletes, stakeholders reject January date for sports festival – Guardian

Atletico favourites to win La Liga, says Zidane – Punch

Bayerns Lewandowski eyes 200th Bundesliga appearance at Berlin – Punch

Belgian Jupiler: Onuachu, Dessers In Action As Mukairu Helps Anderlecht End Genk’s Unbeaten Run – Complete Sports

Boxing, Madrid Derby Live on StarTimes this Weekend – Thisday

Bruce Smith Recounts Abusive Coach After Youth Football Player Gets Hit on Video – Bleacher Report

Chelsea boss Lampard hails England striker options ahead of meeting with Everton star Calvert-Lewin – Goal

Chiefs’ Laurent Duvernay-Tardif Named Canada’s Athlete of 2020 for COVID-19 Work – Bleacher Report

Colts’ Jim Irsay on Possible Andrew Luck Return: ‘I Think That Door’s Closed – Bleacher Report

COVID-19: F1 world champion Lewis Hamilton excited to be back – Punch

Crystal Palace Manager Hails Eberechi Ezes Signing – Thisday

Crystal Palace youngster Nathan Ferguson suffers another injury setback, Roy Hodgson confirms – Yahoo

Dana White Says He’ll Bet on His Ability to Persuade Khabib to Return to UFC – Bleacher Report

Daniel Jones, Antonio Gibson NFL Injury Statuses and Fantasy Impact for Week 14 – Bleacher Report

Danny Ings must make new contract decision as Southampton ‘can replace anybody – Yahoo

Dave Dombrowski Says He Wants to ‘Retool’ and Not ‘Rebuild’ Phillies – Bleacher Report

David Moyes satisfied with West Ham’s comeback victory at Leeds – Yahoo

David Moyes: No set-piece practice for West Ham despite Leeds’ Achilles heel – Yahoo

De Bruyne warns Man City to be wary of derby backlash after Man Utd’s Champions League exit – Goal

Demba Ba reveals what was said in Basaksehir dressing room after PSG racism incident – Goal

Doc Rivers Responds to Paul George’s Criticism: ‘That’s Just Paul’s Opinion – Bleacher Report

Eagles Goalkeeper, Ezenwa, Thumbs up Monimichelle – Thisday

Edo Govt Dissolves All Sub-committees for Natl Sports Festival – Thisday

Eight million deaths a year, so why do two F1 teams have tobacco company sponsorships – CNN

EPL: West Ham now fifth after win at Leeds – Punch

Europa League roundup: Rangers and Leicester top groups with wins – New Telegraph

Evans square comes alive for Olukoya Cup final today – Guardian

Faustino Anjorin; Thrilled by Champions League Debut – Thisday

FC Goa’s Alberto Noguera: Brandon Fernandes is one of the best Indian players – Goal

Fernandes, Mourinho win PL awards for November – New Telegraph

Fulham vs Liverpool: Prediction, team news, lineups, kick-off time, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds – Yahoo

Fulham’s Aina wins EPL goal of the month – Guardian

Gary Steele, 1st Black Army Football Player, Invited to 2020 Army-Navy Game – Bleacher Report

Hayatou to be Made Honourable Caf President – Thisday

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