Top 10 Stories From Nigerian Newspapers Today — Friday, September 12 2025

Good morning! Here are the top stories from Nigerian Newspapers today — Friday, September 12 2025.

Top 10 Stories from Nigerian Newspapers today — Friday, September 12 2025

1. FG Revokes 5% Telecoms Excise Duty

The Federal Government has officially revoked the 5% excise duty previously imposed on telecommunications services, including voice and data. The National Orientation Agency (NOA) made the announcement in a statement released on Thursday.

2. IGP: Criminals Are Outpacing Security Agencies

Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has acknowledged that criminal elements operating across the country have outpaced security agencies in various aspects. According to Egbetokun, these groups are no longer “ragtag” as they possess sophisticated weapons, enjoy substantial funding, and maintain international connections, including access to advanced technology.

3. Jonathan, Peter Obi Meet Amid 2027 Election Talks

Former President Goodluck Jonathan and Labour Party presidential candidate in the last election, Peter Obi, met in Abuja on Thursday. The meeting has sparked speculation, as discussions intensify around opposition plans to present a strong candidate in the 2027 presidential race against President Bola Tinubu.

4. Court Jails Captured Ansaru Leader for Illegal Mining

A Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday sentenced Mahmud Muhammed Usman, also known as Abu Bara’a, to 15 years in prison for illegal mining activities. Usman, one of two Ansaru leaders recently apprehended by the Department of State Services (DSS), hails from Okene Local Government Area of Kogi State.

5. Ex-NNPCL Boss Mele Kyari Granted Bail After EFCC Grilling

Former Group Managing Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Mele Kyari, has been granted bail following questioning by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Thursday. He is under investigation for alleged conspiracy, abuse of office, and money laundering.

6. Dangote Refinery to Begin Free Petrol Supply Nationwide

Dangote Refinery has announced that it will commence free direct distribution of petrol across the country starting Monday, September 15. The refinery has also reduced the retail price of petrol to ₦841 per litre in Lagos and the South West, and ₦851 per litre in Abuja, Edo, Kwara, Rivers, and Delta states.

7. Woman Arrested for Abandoning Newborn in Nasarawa

The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a woman accused of abandoning her newborn baby girl in a bush in Akwanga Local Government Area. Police spokesperson, SP Ramhan Nansel, confirmed the arrest on Thursday, identifying the suspect as a final-year NCE student at the College of Education, Akwanga.

8. Only 14 Associations Advance in INEC Political Party Screening

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has disclosed that only 14 out of 171 groups seeking registration as political parties have met the requirements to proceed to the next stage. The update was provided by Mr. Sam Olumekun, INEC National Commissioner and Chairman of the Information and Voter Education Committee, following the Commission’s meeting on Thursday in Abuja.

9. No Official Notice of U.S. Deportation to Ghana — FG

The Federal Government has stated it has not received any official communication regarding reports that Nigerians deported from the United States are being redirected to Ghana. The clarification was issued on Thursday in response to media reports about a new U.S. arrangement involving West African nationals.

10. APC Postpones Inauguration of Anambra Campaign Council

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has postponed the inauguration of its National Campaign Council for the upcoming Anambra State governorship election. APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, announced the development in a statement, noting that a new date will be communicated in due course.