Top 10 stories from across Nigerian Newspapers, Sunday, January 4


Here are the top ten stories from across the country.

1. Obi criticises tax laws, says prosperity cannot be built on poverty

Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has faulted Nigeria’s current tax framework, warning that prosperity cannot be achieved by imposing heavier burdens on poor citizens.Read more

2. 2027: Gov Eno inaugurates APC committee in Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom Governor, Umo Eno, has inaugurated a committee to prepare the All Progressives Congress (APC) for forthcoming congresses and the 2027 general elections in the state.Read more

3. APC defends Plateau Gov’s defection, dismisses PDP’s betrayal claims

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Plateau State has rejected accusations by the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s defection to the ruling party amounts to a betrayal of public trust.Read more

4. Gunmen abduct doctor, brother in Edo

Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted two brothers in Edo State.Read more

5. Gunmen reportedly kill 7 in fresh Plateau attack

Gunmen reportedly attacked a village in the Qua’an-Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State and killed seven people on Friday night.Read more

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6. Ex-minister, Adeosun, explains decision to resign over NYSC saga

Former Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun, has described her 2018 resignation from the cabinet of late President Muhammadu Buhari as the best decision she ever made, insisting it was a matter of principle rather than an admission of guilt.Read more

7. Nigerian govt saves N10tr annually from fuel subsidy removal – Yayi

The Chairman of the Senate Committee on Appropriation, Solomon Adeola, said on Saturday the Federal Government saves approximately N10 trillion annually from fuel subsidy removal.Read more

8. Sanwo-Olu moves to demolish unsafe GNI structure, after 8 lives lost in inferno

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has directed the controlled demolition of the Great Nigeria Insurance (GNI) House on Martins Street, Lagos Island, following the devastating fire that engulfed the landmark building on Christmas Eve.Read more

9. Actress Doris Ogala rejects Pastor Okafor’s ‘January Break,’ demands confession over brother’s death

Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has sharply rejected Pastor Chris Okafor’s apology and decision to temporarily step aside from church duties, insisting that the move does not address what she describes as far more serious and troubling issues.Read more

10. Tunisia crash out of AFCON after losing to Mali on penalties

The Carthage Eagles of Tunisia have crashed out of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after losing their round of 16 clash against Mali on Saturday night.Read more