*NEWS HEADLINES FOR WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25TH, 2017.*

*PUNCH*

N2bn fraud: Surrender to EFCC, Dambazau tells Maina

Metuhs trial: Again, court orders Jonathan to appear today

EKSU student hacked to death by suspected cultists

Scandals: Buharis anti-graft war has failed, say PDP govs

N5.1bn fraud: Jonathans ex-aide trial resumes November 3

85 Boko Haram captives rescued in Borno Army

Robbers attack Air Peace office

Reps ask FG to intervene in Kogi salary crisis

Police corporal killed in Delta community

257 stranded Nigerians return from Libya

Weve resolved NEMA crisis, DG tells Senate

Lagos CP tells policemen to be professional

Governors hail womens role in nation-building

Adebutu clocks 82, says his wealth comes from God

FG, state, council revenue falls by N80bn

President Buhari returns to Abuja

Republican senator blasts Trump, calls him reckless

Adebanjo disagrees with Bisi Akande on restructuring

States should curb reckless borrowing

PDP national chair not restricted to any zone, says Makarfi

Prisoners to vote in 2019, says INEC

Olujimi reports Fayose to PDP NEC

Ekiti needs an experienced governor

Osun presents N1.6bn bond certificates to retirees

Protect your money online

Buhari rejects same currency for W'Africa

States rule out borrowing to fund revenue gaps

BVN: Presidential aide wants more time for Nigerians in diaspora

Oando gave false financial statements, dividend ' SEC

We need $36bn to connect all states by rail ' Amaechi

Nigeria open to more investments, says Osinbajo

Minister announces N1bn reward for top-performing agency

Second Abuja runway: Senate demands actual cost from FAAN

PENGASSAN rejects plan to tax pension, terminal benefits

Female employees need dry skin at work

PEFON canvasses increased professionals in government

Senate probes Etisalat's $1.2bn debt, privatised firms

Knowing the right bank accounts

Kwara approves N1.45bn for construction of two roads

Air Peace increases fleet, set to begin int'l flights

Bayelsa contractors receive NAOC's training on succession plans

Lack of professionalism hampering developmental growth 'CIA

Toyota to showcase car that can predict driver's emotions

ICSAN to address socio-economic challenges

Many Benue workers only show up on payday ' UMBP

Use the right engine oil, firm advises motorists

We're committed to effective workforce, service delivery ' NIPOST

Court stops suspension of Oando shares, audit

Making Nnamdi Kanu a kind of hero

*VANGUARD*

Maina's recall, promotion: I acted in public interest ' Malami

Gov Ahmed promotes 1,578 civil servants

Tambuwal wants state to take over federal roads

Political roles should be created for monarchs 'Ogwu

ICSAN addresses social, economic woes in confab

FGC Ogbomoso old students move to transform alma mata

Ekere, NDDC boss declares support for PANDEF

Convert DELSU to federal varsity, Delta youhs urge FG

Reps c'ttee invites Emefiele, Yadam, Oke over NIA's $43m

Metuh's trial: Jonathan must appear before me today ' Abang

Itsekiri apologise to Otuaro over allegation of candidate imposition

Shareholders approve Int'l Breweries, Intafact, Pabod merger

City Varsity of London alumni reconnect in Nigeria

Senate probes $1.2bn loan obtained by Etisalat from 13 banks

Osinbajo, Ambode, Fayose charge women on nation building

Lagos commissions Ibeju-Lekki hospital's mother-child unit

Advertising, tool for advancement 'Prof Olatunji

NYSC offers rural medical outreach in Enugu

*THE NATION*

2017 Volleyball Nations Cup: Nigeria lost to Morocco in opener

Kurfi, Babangida chart way forward for Polo

Nasarawa Utd: Why we retained Dogo

Maina probe widens as EFCC seals more houses

Maina: Senate seeks sack of Malami, Danbazau, others

States won't borrow to bridge funding gap

Metuh: Court summons Jonathan, Dasuki

PDP chairman poll consensus bid fails

Ambode, Udom, Obaseki, Dickson, Fayose, Osinbajo's wife hail women's contributions

Enemies of quest for openness, governance reforms

Project Alert holds workshop on violence against women with disability

Takeaways from Buhari's engagement in Turkey

When Owo Town stood still for Igogo Festival

Osun inaugurates another high school edifice at Ilesa

FG, ASUU: Another strike looms over Oct 31 agreement

Shehu Idris college of health science and technology to award degree soon ' Bello

Elumelu draws attention to entrepreneurship, gender equality

Transcorp sustains growth with N9b profit in Q3

*THISDAY*

National Assembly to Probe Maina's Return, Reinstatement

Naira Scarcity Hits Interbank Market as Overnight Lending Rises to 120%

Oando Claims Court Order Halting Suspension on Shares, Forensic Audit

FRC to Reintroduce Suspended National Code of Corporate Governance

PDP Governors Slam Buhari over Corruption Scandals

States Rule Out Borrowing to Bridge Funding Shortfalls

CBN Dep'Gov, Fidelity MD Other Bankers to Be Honoured With CIBN Fellowship

NNPC $25bn Probe: Pressure May Affect C'ttee's Focus, Redirected to Duke Oil

Senate Wades into Etisalat $1.2 bn Debt Crisis

Nigeria Want Single Currency for ECOWAS Region Slowed Down

PDP Chairmanship Aspirants Unmasked

Mainas Recall Sets Anti-corruption War in Reverse Gear

Elumelu: Entrepreneurship, Gender Equality to Drive Economic Diversification

Alitheia Capital Promotes Mobile Payments through Financial Technology Investments

NFF: We Will Not Impose Players on Rohr

Abia Warriors Unveil Everton as New Manager

*THE SUN*

Why we are rooting for Obiano, says Ray-Okoye

Anambra guber ; Obiano should account for LG, Paris Club funds 'Nwoye

Iwobi in Eagles on merit 'Dad

FIFA Awards: Omagbemi Best Non-European Coach

Russia's 2018 World Cup to cost $11 billion

Oando restrains SEC from biased action with court order

4 firms stake N120.5m for Nigerian Mining Corporation subsidiaries

$1.2bn Etisalat loan: 4,000 jobs may be lost ' Senate

Nigeria loses $90m investment to Kenya as Coca-Cola expands operation in E'Africa

Tech & Gadgets : FG, coys tasked on making data-driven decisions

Tech & Gadgets : 9 gadgets that will help you sleep better

Tech & Gadgets : NIN is a unique identifier for Nigerians ' NIMC DG

Tech & Gadgets : Why we're partnering Computer Village ' Nawoj President

More trouble for Maina

The Sun launches Android mobile app

Alleged award of nnpc contracts by the gmd without nnpc board: The legal perspectives

Buhari's govt full of scandals 'PDP govs

Vigilance, not vigilante, groups

*GUARDIAN*

Sam Smith Comes Out As Gender Non-Binary

Every human should have sexual freedom

APC says Maina`s reinstatement to office embarrassment to FG

Zoning: PDP NCC has no power beyond decisions of convention - Makarfi

Customs command impounds N15m goods

NDLEA expresses concern over drug abuse among minors in Kano

Designers We Are Looking Forward To Seeing At HLFDW 2017

Herdsmen, farmers sign peace accord

Mono-product, challenge to NIPOST, says Postmaster-General

ECOWAS's single currency goal fails

House of Representatives investigates non-payment of salaries in Kogi

Man sets family ablaze over crippling debt

Trump 'debases our country,' says Republican Bob Corker

Justin Timberlake To Headline Super Bowl Halftime Show

Africa on verge of eradicating polio ' WHO

Goodluck Jonathan summoned to testify in Olisa Metuh's trial

Gunmen kill two policemen, abduct expatriate in Kogi

Africa must reposition its economy to attract investors - Osinbajo

*DAILY TRUST*

Ban on doctors private practice

Its not ripe for youthful governor Group

Anambra breaks record with 37 govship candidates INEC

Bauchi lawmaker faults Abubakar on Paris Club comment

PDP approves Dec 9 for convention

No micro zoning of PDP chair, presidential ticket Makarfi

Anambra not yet ripe for youth governor - Group

Lawmaker blasts Bauchi Gov over Paris Club comments

Police arraign 3 over theft

Traders decry poor state of infrastructure at Karmo market, seek modern facility

AMMC moves against infrastructure vandals

Woman sues ex-husband for refusing her to re-marry

Kuje council awards contract for 10 boreholes

Abuja to host waste management summit

He was the face of Liberias endless war, now he wants to govern

Innovation solutions for startups

Tijarah MFB empowers SMEs with N180m loans

SMEs: How quality packaging can increase patronage

*TRIBUNE*

NAPS partners Council of Women Society for 'impactful summit

Maina: Malami, Dambazzau in trouble 'Senate, Reps probe recall, promotion saga

NLC to clamp down on Kogi, visits NASS, Villa over director's death, unpaid salaries

Announcing $2bn for 2nd Niger bridge, my mistake 'Osinbajo

TRENDING BUHARI PHOTO: Doguwa mistaken for Maina 'Presidential aide

ECOWAS single currency: Buhari calls for caution

FG panel on human right abuses call on Falana, Boko Haram suspects to present case

EFCC begins manhunt for Maina

Query: Head of Service beats deadline, submits Maina's report to CoS Abba Kyari

Family of slain army officer launch foundation to assist widows of army officers

NDDC partners NAPTIP on fight against human trafficking

NHRC commences probe into recent killings in Jos

As Southern governors throw support for true federalism, devolution of powers

Diabetes, heart disease are no longer death sentences

Why Fela's statue is headless 'Sobayo Abolore

Prospect of crude oil discovery in the Chad, Niger basins are high 'NAPE President

When Berom revived their cultural heritage

FG justifies picking Dangote Group for reconstruction of Wharf-Mile2-Old Toll gate road

*LEADERSHIP*

CRiver Donates 5,000 Tubers Of Yam To The Needy Across 5 LGAs

ACF: Ango, Admiral Nyako Heads Political, Agric. Standing Committees

Why Ecowas Single Currency Is Not Feasible Now- PMB

Nasarawa Assembly Confirms List Of Interim Committee Chairmen Of LG

Routine Immunization: NMA Applauds WHO, UNICEF, Others On Vaccination Services in Nigeria

As AGF Drags Gov Ayade, Aides To Police, DSS

Tambuwal Wants FG To Handover Federal Roads To States

Convention: PDP NEC Approves Dec 9, In Abuja

Reps, NAFDAC Clash Over Safety Of Benzoic Acid, Sunset Yellow In Carbonated Drinks

PDP Needs Professional To Head Its Publicity Ologbondiyan

*SAHARA REPORTERS*

Despite Being Wanted For Alleged Fraud, Maina Got SSS, Police Protection ' Officials

Armsgate: Dasuki's Counsel, Raji, Kicks Against Subpoena On Ex-NSA As Witness In Metuh's N400m Fraud Trial

EFCC Seals Maina's Properties In Kaduna

Herdsmen Kidnap Former Divisional Police Officer In Edo State, Demand N25m Ransom

Armed Bandits Rob Air Peace Office In Akure, Cart Away Vault Containing Millions Of Naira

Famous Wrestler Power Uti, Faces Trial For Allegedly Killing Wife

PDP May Move Against Governor Fayose

Southern Governors To Use Proposed Constitutional Amendment To Achieve Devolution Of Power

APC Is Making Good What PDP Made Bad ' Sen. Adamu

I'm Under Pressure To Run For President- NCP National Chairman, Tanko

To Dayo Adeyeye, The Low, Timid, And Crude PDP Spokesman! By Joe Igbokwe

Presidency/NDDC/Niger Delta: Enough Of Shell's Provocative Dangling Of Figures By Ifeanyi Izeze

Again, Ex-Gov. Shema's Corruption Trial Stalled Over Supreme Court Appeal

Senate Indicts Former Nigerian Finance Minister Okonjo-Iweala, Says She Issued A Memo That Caused Nigeria To Lose N1.7tn Revenue

#FraudAlert: How I Virtually Lost My Business To Diamond Online Banking By Idongesit Umoh

How Dasuki, NNPC General Manager Babakusa Shared N1.4bn 'Prayer' Money - Witness

Why Not Put Jonathan On The Ballot For 2019' By Peter Claver Oparah

Ondo State Police Rearrest Armed Robber

N113m Scam: EFCC Testifies Against DESOPADEC's Consultants

Dambazau Lied, I Played No Role In Maina's Return - Head Of Service

Former PDP Spokesperson, Metuh, Requests To Call Former President Jonathan As Witness In Money Laundering Trial

*PREMIUM TIMES*

Presidency clarifies amount released for Second Niger Bridge

Another 257 Nigerians return from Libya

President Buhari never took photograph with Maina ' Garba Shehu

League Cup: Iheanacho scores as Leicester City cruise into quarter-final

SGDs: UN to begin $4 billion implementation framework in Nigeria 2018

Population disaster: NPC advises families to adopt birth control

EXCLUSIVE: Despite being wanted for alleged fraud, Maina gets SSS, Police protection

Oando contests suspension in court, faults SEC's decision

How neighbour killed my father with machete over generator smoke ' Teenager

EFCC seals Maina's properties in Kaduna

Why 'alternative music' is gaining grounds in Nigeria ' Singer Aramide

Gombe Govt. invests N7.2 billion on water projects ' Gov. Dankwambo

I can't influence process of electing PDP chairman ' Makarfi

APC condemns Maina's secret recall

World Polio Day: Kaduna marks five years without polio

EXCLUSIVE: Despite being wanted for alleged fraud, Maina got SSS, Police protection ' Officials

Household, Govt expenditures caused decline in GDP in Q3, Q4 2016 ' NBS

New date set for Danbatta's inaugural lecture at BUK

INEC involved in 419 court cases over election matters ' Chairman

Ebonyi retirees lament extortion by state audit officials

Govt asks NAFDAC to cut product registration period to 60 days

*BUSINESSDAY*

BusinessDay 25 Oct 2017

PDP NEC approves Dec 9 for convention

FG plans N871 bn injection into power sector next year

UN to starts implementation of $4bn SDGs framework

Banks to challenge FG on BVN order

Experts see digitalisation speeding up growth for insurance industry

Investors urged to buy into opportunities in blue economy

Advocacy group pick holes in Devolution of Powers Bill, pension in constitutional amendment

South Africa's Matlosana hunts for $3bn to clear path after mining slump

ERGP: experts demand specific strategies to solve real sector challenges

Anambra is a fast growing economy in Nigeria ' Soludo

Fidelity Bank's profit jumps 65.14 % as asset quality improves

Transcorp Group reports 158% growth in profit after tax (PAT)

Corporate governance will help to boost Nigeria's economy ' ICSAN

Ashaka Cement plc shareholders endorse share swap deal with Lafarge Africa shares

Cyber security: Insurers seek financial security to help enterprises run

Construction experts discuss solutions to $300bn infrastructure gap

Expectations high on banking sector performance

Addosser Microfinance Bank leverages technology to improve service delivery

External reserves rise to $33.5bn as naira trades at N359.97/$

Stock market indices rises by 0.33% today

Naira appreciates as CBN injects $195m into forex market

Nigeria Bitcoin volumes hit N1.239bn as October fork looms

FIRS boss elected 1st vice chairman UN committee on international cooperation in tax matters

VAT distribution shows N42bn increase in Q2

Balancing tax policy and growth remains a challenge