The top 10 stories from all Nigerian newspapers, Sunday, May 18

Here are the 10 top stories that become headlines throughout the country today.

1. Abure faction in LP produced 26 leadership candidates for the election of the Local Council of Lagos

A faction from the Labor Party which is loyal to the National Party Chairperson, Julius Abure, has produced 26 leadership candidates for the July 12 local government election in the state of Lagos. Read more

2. Inec revealed the details of the candidate for the Anambra Governor Election

The Independent National Election Commission (Inec) has issued the personal details of the candidates for the November 8 Governor Election in the State of Anambra. Read more

3. Gov Fubara Putra Political My, no problem with him – Wike

Federal Capital Region Minister (FCT), Nyesom Wike, stated that on Saturday the Governor of the State Rivers, Siminaayi Fubara, remained his political son despite the difference. Read more

4. Abbas stated that PDP was more prominent, members of the Labor Party were on their way to APC

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, stated that on Saturday the more prominent opposition figures were on the way to the Congress of All Progressive (APC). Read more

5. ‘Resign if you cannot solve the problem of insecurity Nigeria’, Primate Ayodele tells the head of the service

Inri Inri’s spiritual church leader, Primata Elia Ayodele, has urged Nigerian service leaders to resign from their promises if they cannot solve the problem of insecurity that damages the country. Read more

6. The Zulum government forbids tree felling in Borno

The Governor of Borno State, Babagana Zulum, has signed two executive orders to protect the environment and improve public health in the state.

7. Land Prices in Lekki, Ajah, and Ikoyi: 2025 Guide for Investors

If you think of buying land in Lagos 2025, three names will almost certainly appear in your research – Lekki, Ajah, and Ikoyi. Read more

8. Mr. Macaroni opens on his vulnerable side, emotional needs

Creator of Nigerian content, actor, comedian, and activist Debo Adedayo, known as Mr. Macaroni, has opened up the vulnerability and emotional needs.

9. Boko Haram reportedly killed 17 fishermen, farmers for alleged support for Iswap in Borno

Fighters Boko Haram reportedly killed more than 17 fishermen and farmers in Karanti Malanti Village in the Kukawa Regional Government, Borno State. Read more

10. Bayelsa Queens Emerge Champions of NWFL for the sixth time

Bayelsa Queens has won the title of 2025 Nigeria Women Football League (NWFL) with a 4-1 victory firmly over Naija Ratels at Ikenne on Saturday. Read more

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