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Newspaper Headlines: North-central states mobilise joint security to crush bandits

Reports on the burial and funeral of late former President Muhammadu Buhari, laid to rest in his garden in Daura, Katsina state, dominate today’s newspaper headlines.

The PUNCH reports that Abdulrosheed Akanbi, Oluwo of Iwo, has described Awujale’s burial as restoring Yoruba traditional institution’s sanctity and ensuring its freedom. The paper also says north-central states have mobilised a joint security team to combat bandits and restore peace across communities affected by rising violent attacks.
The Guardian newspaper reports that TikTok says it has removed over 3.6 million videos in Nigeria between January and March 2025 for violating its community guidelines. The newspaper adds that gunmen have killed at least 20 people during a night attack on Bindi community, Riyom LGA, Plateau, leaving many others injured.
Nigerian Tribune reports that the federal government says it is engaging relevant authorities in the United States and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to resolve recent visa policy changes affecting Nigerian citizens. The newspaper says Aliko Dangote, president of Dangote Industries, has urged wealthy Nigerians to invest locally.
Vanguard reports that John Oyegun, former All Progressives Congress (APC) chairman, has received African Democratic Congress (ADC) membership card in Edo. The newspaper says that fears have emerged over Nigeria’s N54.99 trillion 2025 budget as organisation of petroleum exporting countries (OPEC) reported 1.547 million barrels daily crude output in June.
The Nation reports that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) says it is investigating 79 suspected ponzi schemes across the country. The newspaper adds that Senate President Godswill Akpabio has filed an appeal seeking to overturn a federal high court judgement which directed the senate to lift the suspension imposed on Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, senator representing Kogi central.
Daily Trust reports how former President Muhammadu Buhari was buried in the garden of his residence in Daura, Katsina state.
THIS DAY reports that Sadiq Khan, Mayor of London, has pledged close collaboration with Nigeria’s tech and business sectors to support growth, expansion, and job creation.

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