Good morning, Nigeria! You’re welcome to the Lagos Post Online News Roundup of today’s top newspaper headlines for Monday, August 11th, 2025.
A prominent figure in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former Governor of Kano State, Ibrahim Shekarau, has asserted that dislodging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2027 general elections will necessitate a coalition of political parties, rather than individual efforts.
Shekarau urged opposition parties to come together and strengthen an existing political platform if they hope to wrest power from the ruling All Progressives Congress.
Speaking to journalists, the former lawmaker clarified his earlier comments, saying they had been misinterpreted.
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has labeled the disruption of an aircraft’s take-off an “act of terrorism,” emphasizing that such behavior will lead to serious repercussions.
Speaking on Arise TV on Sunday, Mike Achimugu, NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, addressed the alleged unruly behaviour of popular Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde (KWAM 1), during a recent ValueJet flight.
Achimugu said, “Your first responsibility at the airport is to respect and obey instructions from the officials on the ground. The passenger (KWAM 1) has not done that.
In a sudden and unexpected turn of events, the Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) Season 10 journey for housemates Danboskid and Ibifubara has concluded. Their departure follows a week marked by tension and unpredictability.
The departure of Danboskid and Ibifubara marks the first major exits in the Season 10 of the reality TV show, already proving to be as explosive as it is competitive.
The eviction of Danboskid and Ibifubara was announced by host Ebuka Obi-Uchendu during the live eviction show on Sunday night.
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has refuted allegations that it withheld the Certificate of National Service (CNS) from corps member Ushie Rita Uguamaye (state code LA/24B/8325). The claims suggested the certificate was withheld due to critical remarks about the government.
In a statement posted on its official page, the NYSC described the allegation as “entirely unfounded and false in its entirety,” insisting that the decision was taken for valid disciplinary reasons in line with its bye-laws.
According to the NYSC, Ms Ushie is one of 131 corps members whose certificates were withheld for various infractions. In her case, her service year was extended by two months after she failed to attend the April 2025 biometric clearance exercise.
Nigerian aviation unions have called off their planned nationwide strike, which was set to begin on Monday, August 11th.
The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, confirmed the development in a statement shared via his 𝕏 account on Sunday.
The unions which made up of the National Union of Air Transport Employees (NUATE), Air Transport Services Senior Staff Association of Nigeria (ATSSAN), Association of Nigeria Aviation Professionals (ANAP) and the Amalgamated Union of Public Corporations, Civil Service Technical And Recreational Services Employees (AUCPTRE), revealed in a statement that the planned strike is being suspended due to positive feedbacks on their greivances after the intervention of some stakeholders.
The operatives of the Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested ninety-three (93) suspected internet fraudsters in Ogun State.
They were arrested on Sunday, August 10, 2025 in a sting operation in Abeokuta, Ogun State, following credible intelligence about their suspected involvement in internet crimes.
Upon their arrest, 18 vehicles and mobile devices were recovered from them.
In a historic first, Crystal Palace have secured the Community Shield title, defeating Liverpool 3-2 in a dramatic penalty shootout at Wembley on Sunday. The FA Cup holders demonstrated resilience, twice equalizing during regular play before ultimately triumphing in the shootout.
Liverpool’s new signing, Hugo Ekitike, scored on his competitive debut to fire Arne Slot’s side ahead after just four minutes, with fellow debutant Florian Wirtz providing the assist.
Jean-Philippe Mateta levelled things up from the penalty spot for the FA Cup winners, sending Alisson Becker the wrong way after Virgil van Dijk gave away a spot-kick for a clumsy foul on Ismaila Sarr.
The Ogun State Government has clarified that its decision to demolish properties owned by Gbenga Daniel, the senator representing Ogun East, is not a targeted action by Governor Dapo Abiodun. The government stated it is dismissing claims that the Governor is specifically issuing quit and demolition notices to Senator Daniel.
Daniel had in a statement on Saturday, alleged that Governor Abiodun had ordered the demolition of his private residence in Sagamu, The Asoludero Court, Conference Hotels Limited, and its annexe.
In the statement by his media aide, Steve Oliyide, the senator stated that the order was communicated through contravention, quit, and demolition notices pasted on the properties on Friday, August 8, at approximately 4 p.m., with a three-day deadline.
Dangote Petroleum Refinery & Petrochemicals has commenced the receipt of 4,000 compressed natural gas-powered trucks, an integral part of its fuel distribution logistics programme set to start on August 15.
The initiative aims to transform the fuel distribution landscape within Nigeria by reducing logistics costs and enhancing supply efficiency for customers.
The fleet of fuel tankers, being imported through Apapa Port, represents a significant capital investment estimated at N720 billion. This expenditure underscores the company’s commitment to pioneering innovative solutions as the world’s largest single-train refinery continues to expand its operational capabilities.
The Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 elections, Peter Obi, was previously considered for the 2027 presidential race, before the recent efforts to draft former President Goodluck Jonathan.
Obi, similar to Jonathan, did not confirm or deny the action. Nevertheless, he publicly committed to serving only a single term if presented with the chance.
Party insiders who spoke with Sunday Sun stated that Obi’s one-term promise did not sway many power brokers within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
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