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Good morning Nigeria. Welcome to the Naija News roundup of top newspaper headlines in Nigeria for today, Tuesday, 5th August, 2025
1. Tinubu Gives D’Tigress $100,000, National Honours
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has conferred national honours on members of Nigeria’s women’s basketball team, D’Tigress.
Naija News reports that this is following their historic triumph at the 2025 FIBA Women’s Afrobasket Championship.
Tinubu, who was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, announced a cash reward of $100,000 for each player on the championship-winning team.
He also gave members of the technical crew $50,000 each in recognition of their role in the team’s success.
The announcement was made on Monday as the President hosted the team at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, celebrating their outstanding performance that secured Nigeria’s fourth consecutive Afrobasket title.
Tinubu commended the team’s resilience, discipline, and representation of Nigeria on the continental stage, describing them as role models for the nation’s youth and a symbol of national pride.
2. NNPCL Raises Petrol Price To ₦955 Per Litre In Abuja, Other States
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has increased the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) across its retail outlets, with motorists now paying ₦955 per litre for petrol.
Findings by Daily Post on Monday revealed that NNPCL retail outlets along the Kubwa Expressway, Wuse, and other parts of Abuja have adjusted their meters from ₦890 to ₦955 per litre.
Similarly, the new pump price has been implemented in several filling stations across Kogi and Nasarawa states, reflecting a ₦65 increment.
Naija News reports that this development follows last weekend’s increase by independent petroleum marketers and filling station owners in Abuja, who adjusted their prices to between ₦950 and ₦971 per litre.
Their decision was attributed to the recent upward review of the ex-depot petrol price by Dangote Refinery to ₦858 per litre, up from ₦820.
Findings carried out by Naija News, on Monday, indicate that petrol is selling for as high as ₦910 per litre in some parts of Kwara State, while some filling stations in Ilorin, the state capital, are selling between ₦870 and ₦885 per litre.
3. Buhari’s Ex-Aide Claims Politicians Are Lobbying Jonathan To Contest In 2027
A former presidential aide to late ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmad, has alleged that some political actors are lobbying former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest the 2027 presidential election.
Ahmad, made the claim in a post on his official 𝕏 handle on Monday, warning that the move appears driven by political convenience rather than genuine plans for national development.
He said, “From all indications, there are ongoing subtle moves by certain political elements trying to convince former President Goodluck Jonathan to contest again in 2027.
“They calculate that his candidacy will be easy to market in the North under the guise that he would only serve a single term.”
The former presidential aide, however, expressed concern over the underlying motive for Jonathan’s potential return, arguing that the North should not be used as a stepping stone for power rotation.
4. Former Oyo State Governor Nominated As 44th Olubadan
The Olubadan-in-Council has nominated former Oyo State Governor, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, Naija News reports.
He was nominated on Monday during a meeting held at the Oke-Aremo palace of the Olubadan.
Naija News understands that Ladoja’s nomination was moved by the Balogun Olubadan, Oba Tajudeen Ajibola, and seconded by the Osi Olubadan, Oba Eddy Oyewole.
Speaking at the meeting, Oba Ajibola said all members of the Olubadan-in-Council had signed off on Ladoja’s nomination, adding that the council would now forward Ladoja’s name to Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde.
Governor Makinde is expected to officially ratify Ladoja as the next Olubadan to allow for scheduling of the coronation ceremony, where the Staff and Certificate of Office will be presented.
5. Wike Speaks On Tinubu Extending Emergency Rule In Rivers State
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has stated that President Bola Tinubu does not want to extend the emergency rule in Rivers State.
Wike disclosed this during a media chat on Monday while speaking extensively on the legality of the Rivers State emergency rule and local government elections scheduled for August 30.
He asserted that extending the emergency rule would not benefit the people of Rivers State.
Naija News reports that Tinubu had suspended Governor Sim Fubara of Rivers State for six months after declaring a state of emergency.
6. Retired Soldiers Barricade Finance Ministry Over Unpaid Entitlements
A group of aggrieved retired military personnel on Monday blocked the main entrance of the Federal Ministry of Finance in Abuja, protesting the non-payment of their statutory entitlements.
Naija News reports that the ex-servicemen, comprising both men and women, many clad in military camouflage, vowed not to leave until their demands were met. They are demanding immediate payment of outstanding gratuities, Security Debarment Allowance (SDA), and parking allowances owed to them.
Efforts by a senior military officer, an Air Vice Marshal, to persuade the veterans to vacate the premises were unsuccessful. The retirees insisted that they would not enter into any dialogue until the government addressed their grievances.
One of the protest leaders, Retired Corporal Umar Faruq, expressed frustration over what he described as “deliberate neglect” by authorities.
Faruq disclosed that the Military Pensions Board had informed the retirees that they were not entitled to benefit from the new national minimum wage adjustments because they had been disengaged from service as of July 1, 2024.
He described the decision as unjust, insisting that the government must honour its obligations to those who served the country.
7. ‘I’m A Wise Woman Unlike You, People Should Stop Taking You Seriously’ – Iyabo Ojo Blasts VeryDarkMan
Nollywood actress, Iyabo Ojo, has described social media critic, Martins Vincent Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan, as a hypocrite and advised Nigerians to stop taking him seriously.
Naija News reports that the film star made this known while responding to VeryDarkMan’s claims that she backed out of an agreement to publicly apologise to Nigerian singer, Naira Marley and his associate, Sam Larry, over a series of attacks online in the wake of Mohbad’s death.
According to Verydarkman, the agreement was reached during a roundtable discussion at the Nigeria Police Force National Cybercrime Centre, where Iyabo Ojo, Naira Marley, Sam Larry and Tonto Dikeh were present with their legal teams.
However, Iyabo Ojo, in a video via Instagram on Sunday, dismissed Verydarkman’s claims as manipulative and dishonest, labelling him as cunning and deceitful.
She defended her actions, stating she had genuine reasons to speak out against Naira Marley and Sam Larry’s alleged involvement in the late singer Mohbad’s death.
The thespian cited disturbing videos and online reports that emerged after Mohbad’s passing, including footage of Sam Larry allegedly mocking the late singer and showing physical assault, which led her to believe the bullying accusations.
8. Uriel Reveals Why She Cannot Post Her Man On Social Media
Reality TV star, Uriel Oputa, has explained why she has no plans to post her relationship online.
Naija News reports that in a post on her Instagram story, Oputa said she is too emotional to deal with the drama that usually follows public displays of love.
She described how innocent moments, like sharing a simple family photo, can quickly turn into heated discussions.
She said people may start to ask about the child’s resemblance to the father and even suggest DNA tests.
According to her, such online reactions often lead to arguments, family issues, and stress.
Uriel jokingly begged not to be allowed to eat eggs or wear wigs if she ever breaks her rule and posts her man.
She said all she wants is to love in peace, away from the chaos of social media.
9. Chelsea Excludes Raheem Sterling From 2025/2026 Squad, List Nine Players For Sale
West London club, Chelsea have left Raheem Sterling out of their official 31-man first-team squad for the 2025/2026 Premier League season, signalling the club’s intention to sell the winger this summer.
Sterling is one of nine players excluded from the updated Chelsea squad list published on the club’s official website. The others are Ben Chilwell, Axel Disasi, Renato Veiga, Alfie Gilchrist, Carney Chukwuemeka, Lesley Ugochukwu, Armando Broja, and David Datro Fofana.
Chelsea’s latest squad list includes all of the club’s new summer signings, including defender Jorrel Hato, whose move from Ajax was confirmed on Sunday.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has reported that three of the excluded players, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Lesley Ugochukwu, and Carney Chukwuemeka, are set to leave Stamford Bridge on permanent transfers.
According to Romano, Dewsbury-Hall has already agreed personal terms with Everton, and a permanent deal with Chelsea has been reached. The Toffees are expected to pay a total fee of around £29 million for the midfielder.
Ugochukwu and Chukwuemeka are also expected to depart permanently during the current transfer window.
10. Ademola Lookman Goes On Strike Amid Transfer Tensions With Atalanta
Ademola Lookman’s future at Atalanta has taken a dramatic twist after the Nigerian international failed to report for training on Monday.
Naija News has reported that Ademola Lookman, who is determined to leave Atalanta this summer, confirmed that he has sent a transfer request to the club.
He also revealed that the club has refused to allow him to join another side, contrary to a gentleman’s agreement the two parties had.
Following his revelations, Atalanta stressed that the promise they made to Lookman concerning his future was that they would allow him to go if a top club outside Italy sought his signature. Recently, Atalanta reportedly turned down an offer from domestic rivals, Inter Milan.
Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano revealed on 𝕏 that Lookman decided to boycott training in protest of a rejected bid from Inter Milan, believed to be worth €42 million plus €3 million in add-ons.
The stalemate has reportedly left Lookman frustrated, especially as Atalanta appears reluctant to sell him to another Italian club, effectively narrowing his options.
That’s the top Nigerian newspaper headlines for today. Read more Nigerian news on Naija News. See you again tomorrow.
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